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Easy Start GuideWireless N USB Adapter


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Quick Installation Guide

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ContentsAbout the Product ...................................................................................................... 4Getting Started........................................................................................................... 5

Check Package Contents.............................................................................. 6Using the USB Extension ..........................................................................................6Remove or Disable Conflicts ........................................................................ 6Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications.................................................7Configuring Internet Properties ...............................................................................7Removing Temporary Internet Files ........................................................................7

Installation................................................................................................................. 8Configuration ...........................................................................................................14Configuration ...........................................................................................................15

Connecting to non-Secured Wireless AP ....................................................15Connecting to WEP-Secured Wireless AP ...................................................16Connecting to WPA-PSK-Secured Wireless AP............................................ 17

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About the Product

WL552USB provides wireless connectivity to desktop and notebook computers. Thedevice performs the function of a radio broadcaster and receiver to communicate with a

wireless network. This gives the computer connected with WL552USB the capability to

communicate with other devices and use the Internet service available in the wireless

network.

WL552USB is capable of connecting with wireless networks that utilize the Wireless N

protocol. This device also supports connection to other wireless network standards like

Wireless G or Wireless B. WL552USB is easy to setup - install the necessary driver

software, connect it to an available USB slot, and then connect to a wireless network. The

device comes with a Windows-based software called WL552USB Utility that can be used

to connect to wireless networks and create profiles which remembers the configuration

details for a wireless network.

Note Wireless connection speed is not correlated to Internet access speed. Internetaccess speed from popular broadband DSL or cable Internet services normally

provides up to 3 Mbps connection, which can be easily handled even by the slower

Wireless B protocol.

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Getting Started

Setting up the device is easy. The flowchart below provides an outline of the steps

needed to complete the installation. Brief descriptions appear beside each step. Detailed

instructions are provided in the subsequent pages.

Check Package

Contents

The package includes the Wireless

N USB Adapter, Easy Start Guide,

Resource CD and USB Extension.

Check proxy application, TCP/IP

Settings, Internet Properties, and

remove temporary Internet files.

Remove/DisableConflicts

Install the device and then connect

to a wireless network.Install the Device

Ready to Use

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Check Package Contents

Make sure that you have the following items. If any of the items is damaged or missing,

please contact your dealer immediately.

WL552USB

Easy Start Guide

Resource CD contains WL552 Utility installer, and User Manual

USB Cable

Using the USB Extension

The USB Extension helps you place the device to a more prominent location and to

achieve a better reception of the wireless network. It is most useful for desktop

computers with USB 2.0 ports placed behind the computer casing. USB ports placed in the

front of the computer are usually the slower USB 1.0 variant.

To use the USB Extension, connect one end to a USB 2.0 port in your computer, and then

attach the WL552USB at the other end.

Remove or Disable ConflictsTo make sure the device installation moves on smoothly, you need to remove or disable

conflicts that may interfere the installation. Probable conflicts may include:

Internet sharing applications

Proxy software

Security software

Internet properties

Temporary Internet files

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Internet Sharing, Proxy, and Security Applications

Internet sharing, proxy software, and firewall applications may interfere with the

installation. These should be removed or disabled before start the installation.

If you have any of the following or similar applications installed on your computer,

remove or disable them according to the manufacturers instructions.

Internet Sharing Applications Proxy Software Security SoftwareMicrosoft Internet Sharing WinGate Symantec

WinProxy Zone Alarm

Configuring Internet Properties

To set the Internet Properties:

1. Click the Start button, and then click Run. This opens the Run dialog box.

2. Type control inetcpl.cpl, and then click OK. This opens Internet Properties.

3. Click Connections tab.

4. In Dial-up and Virtual Private Network settings, check Never dial a connection.

5. To close Internet Properties, click OK.

Removing Temporary Internet Files

Temporary Internet files are files from Web sites that are stored in your computer. Delete

these files to clean the cache and remove footprints left by the Web pages you visited.

To remove temporary Internet files:

1. Click the Start button, and then click Run. This opens the Run dialog box.

2. Type control, and then click OK. This opens Control Panel.

3. Double-click Internet Options. This opens Internet Options.

4. In the Temporary Internet Files pane, click Delete Cookies.

5. Click Delete Files.

6. To close Internet Properties, click OK.

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Installation

Here are the instructions on how to install the driver software for Windows 2000, XP, andVista.

Note Do not connect the device until the Utility is completely installed.

To install the driver software:

1. Insert the Resource CD to the CD-ROM. This opens the WL552USB Utility Setup. If

the Utility does not open automatically, click the Start button, and then click Run.

Enter d:\setup.exe, where d is the CD-ROM drive.

2. Wizard will now move to next step for license agreement, check the option I

accept the terms of the license agreement

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3. Click Next.

4. Select either of the options available:

a. Install driver and Ralink WLAN Utility, this will install driver for the adaptor, and

the wireless utility

b. Install driver only, this will install only the driver for the adaptor.

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5. Click Next.

6. If you selected the first option, please select either one of the options available:

a. Ralink Configuration Tool

b. Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool

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7. Click Next.

8. Click Install, required driver/utility is now being installed into the PC

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9. Click Finish to exit the wizard, installation is now complete.

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Configuration

This chapter describes how to configure WL552USB to get connected to your WLANrouter.

The adaptors configuration in windows XP is similar with windows 2000 and windows

Vista. This user guide describes the configuration for windows XP.

After installing the adaptor, the adaptors tray icon will appear in your system tray. It

appears at the right hand side bottom of the screen. The icon will change color to reflect

current wireless network connection status. The status is shown as follows:

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is good.

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is normal.

: Indicates that it is not yet connected.

: Indicates that a wireless NIC can not be detected.

: Indicates that the connection and signal strength is weak.

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Configuration

This chapter describes how to configure WL552USB to get connected to your WLANrouter.

The adaptors configuration in windows XP is similar with windows 2000 and windows

Vista. This user guide describes the configuration for windows XP.

After installing the adaptor, the adaptors tray icon will appear in your system tray. It

appears at the right hand side bottom of the screen. The icon will change color to reflect

current wireless network connection status. The status is shown as follows:

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is good.

: Indicates the connected and signal strength is normal.

: Indicates that it is not yet connected.

: Indicates that a wireless NIC can not be detected.

: Indicates that the connection and signal strength is weak.

Connecting to non-Secured Wireless AP1. Select the AP desired

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2. Click Connect

Connecting to WEP-Secured Wireless AP1. Select an AP with WEP encryption and click "Connect".

2. The Auth./Encry. function will appear as below

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3. Enter the key in the field as shown. The value must be the same as the key set in

the Access Point.

4. Click OK.

Connecting to WPA-PSK-Secured Wireless AP1. Select an AP with WPA-PSK encryption and click "Connect".

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2. The Auth./Encry. function will appear as below

3. Select WPA-PSK as the Authentication Type. Select TKIP or AES encryption.

4. Enter the key in the field as shown. The value must be the same as the key set in

the Access Point.

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5. Click OK.

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Safety Warnings

For your safety, be sure to read and follow all warning notices and instructions.

Do not open the device. Opening or removing the device can expose you to

dangerous voltage points or other risks. Only qualified service personnel can

service the device. Please contact your vendor for further information.

Do not use your device during a thunderstorm. There may be a risk of electric

shock brought about by lightning.

Do not expose your device to dust or corrosive liquids.

Do not use this product near water sources.

Do not obstruct the ventilation slots.

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