Amped Wireless UA2000 User manual

UA2000
High Power Wireless-N Directional
Dual Band USB Adapter
User’s Guide

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED.............................................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents ........................................................................................................................... 3
Connectors and LED Indicators ........................................................................................................ 4
SETUP GUIDE ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Windows 7 and Vista Installation ..................................................................................................... 5
Windows XP and 2000 Installation ................................................................................................. 10
Using the Amped Wireless Utility (Windows).............................................................................. 16
Mac OS X Installation .................................................................................................................... 21
Using the Amped Wireless Utility (Mac) ..................................................................................... 35
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................. 38
TROUBLESHOOTING AND SUPPORT .................................................................................................. 39
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFORMATION ................................................................................. 49

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing this Amped Wireless product. At Amped Wireless we strive to provide you with the
highest quality products through innovation and advanced technology. We pride ourselves on delivering
products that outperform the competition and go beyond your expectations. If you have any questions please
feel free to contact us. We’d love to hear from you and thank you for your support!
Email: [e-mail]
Call: 888-573-8830
Web: www.ampedwireless.com

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GETTING STARTED
Package Contents
Check to make sure you have all the contents within your package:
High Power Wireless-N Directional Dual Band USB Adapter
Dual USB 2.0 Cable
Setup CD (Driver, Software and User’s Guide)
Setup Guide

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Connectors and LED Indicators
Mini USB: The included Dual USB 2.0 cable
attaches to the Mini USB connector on the
Adapter. The other end connects to USB
ports on your PC. Do not attach the cable
until after you have installed the software.
Activity LED: Blinks rapidly when wireless
data traffic is passing through the High
Power Adapter.
WPS Button: The Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Button enables one touch setup of the High
Power Adapter with compatible wireless
routers.

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SETUP GUIDE
Windows 7 and Vista Installation
a) Power on your PC and Insert the CD
Locate the Setup CD and insert it into your CD drive.

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b) When the menu page appears click on Install Software
to begin the installation process.
If the menu page does not appear, select Run
Autoload.exe if prompted, or browse your CD drive and
double-click the Autoload.exe file.
c) If prompted, click Yes to continue with the installation.

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d) Amped Wireless Utility –License Agreement
Read the End-User License Agreement and select Accept.
Click Next to begin the installation.
e) Continue with the Installation
Click Install to begin the installation.

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f) Continue with the Installation
g) Complete the Installation
Once the installation has completed, click Finish
If prompted to restart, please restart your PC at this time.

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h) Plug in the High Power USB Adapter
Locate two available USB ports and insert the USB
Adapter. Windows should automatically begin
installing the driver for use with the USB Adapter. If
only one USB port is available, insert the USB
connector labeled Primary.
i) Connect to a Wireless Network
Locate the Wireless Icon on your Windows desktop (located on the bottom
right corner) and click it to open the Amped Wireless Utility.
From the Home Window (on right) click Scan to view
available wireless networks.

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j) Connect to a Wireless Network
Select your network from the list and click
Connect, or Add to Profile, to have your PC
automatically connect to this network when
it is available.
k) Connect to a Wireless Network
If the network you are attempting to connect to has security enabled, you will need to enter the security
key here. Under Network Key, enter the key and then confirm the key again and click OK.

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l) Connect to a Wireless Network
Congratulations, you are now successfully connected
to your wireless network. The Utility’s Home
Window (to the right) displays your connection
details and link details.
The Link Info tab provides you with information
regarding your current connection’s signal strength.
m) Position the Directional Antenna
To optimize the performance of your High
Power USB Adapter, position the antenna
towards the source of your wireless network.

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Windows XP and 2000 Installation
a) Power on your PC and Insert the CD
Locate the Setup CD and insert it into your CD drive.

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b) When the Menu page appears click on Install Software to
begin the installation process.
If the Menu page does not appear, select Run
Autoload.exe if prompted or browse your Cd drive and
double-click the Autoload.exe file.
c) License Agreement
Read the End-User License Agreement and select Accept.
Click Next to begin the installation.

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d) Begin the Installation
Click Install to continue with the installation.
e) Complete the Installation
Once the installation has completed, click Finish
If prompted to restart, please restart your PC at this time.

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f) Insert the High Power USB Adapter
Locate two available USB ports and insert the USB Adapter.
The Found New Hardware Wizard should appear.
If only one USB port is available, insert the USB connector
labeled Primary.
g) Found New Hardware
Windows will automatically find the High Power USB
Adapter and begin installing the software.
h) Restart your Computer
After the installation has completed, a prompt will appear asking you to restart your computer.
Select Yes to restart.

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i) Connect to a Wireless Network
Locate the Wireless Icon on your Windows desktop (located on the bottom
right corner) and click it to open the Amped Wireless Utility.
From the Home Window (on right) click Scan to view
available wireless networks.

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j) Connect to a Wireless Network
Select your network from the list and click
Connect, or Add to Profile, to have your PC
automatically connect to this network when
it is available.
k) Connect to a Wireless Network
If the network you are attempting to connect to has security enabled, you will need to enter the security
key here. Under Network Key, enter the key and then confirm the key again and click OK.

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l) Connect to a Wireless Network
Congratulations, you are now successfully connected
to your wireless network. The Utility’s Home
Window (to the right) displays your connection
details and link details.
The Link Info tab provides you with information
regarding your current connections signal strength.
m) Position the Directional Antenna
To optimize the performance of your High Power
USB Adapter, position the antenna towards the
source of your wireless network.

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Using the Amped Wireless Utility (Windows)
Home Window: The Home Window provides information
regarding the current status of your High Power Adapter. If
you are connected to a wireless network, it will display the
wireless connection details as well as the IP address
settings.
From the Home Window you can navigate to all functions of the Amped Wireless Utility by using the links on
the top of the Window.
Scan: Displays the available networks within your range. Click the
Refresh icon to rescan for networks or Add to Profile to save the
network and connect automatically the next time the network
comes in range. To simply connect to a wireless network,
highlight the network and click Connect.