Amped Wireless UA600EX User manual

UA600EX
High Power Wireless-N 600mW Pro USB Adapter
User’s Guide

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................. 2
GETTING STARTED.............................................................................................................................. 3
Package Contents ........................................................................................................................... 3
Connectors..................................................................................................................................... 4
SETUP GUIDE ..................................................................................................................................... 5
Windows 7 and Vista Installation ..................................................................................................... 5
Windows XP and 2000 Installation ................................................................................................. 12
Amped Wireless Utility (XP/2000) ............................................................................................ 23
Mac OS X Installation .................................................................................................................... 27
Amped Wireless Utility (Mac)................................................................................................... 42
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................................. 46
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS.............................................................................................................. 49
TROUBLESHOOTING / SUPPORT........................................................................................................ 50
WARRANTY AND REGULATORY INFO ................................................................................................ 59

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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 600mW Pro USB Adapter
Premium 26.5ft Dual USB 2.0 Cable
One Metal Desktop Stand
One Setup Guide
One Pole Mounting Clamp
One CD (Software and Driver)

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Connectors
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.

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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) Click Yes to allow the program to make changes and
continue with the installation.
d) Select your Language
Select the language for the installation process
and click Next.

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e) Continue with the Installation
Click Next to proceed with the installation.
f) Continue with the Installation
Click Install to proceed to the next step.

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g) Restart your Computer
A prompt will appear asking you to restart your
computer. Select Yes and click Finish to restart your
computer. Be sure to save any unsaved work before
clicking Finish to avoid losing any unsaved data.

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h) Attach the USB Cable
a) Open the bottom cover: Lift the lock tab and slide the cover out.
b) Insert the mini USB connector into the USB port. Secure the USB Cable by wrapping the cable around
the pegs.
c) Slide the bottom cover back on firmly so it locks. Make sure the USB cable positioned through the
cable hole.

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i) Plug in the High Power USB Adapter
After the computer has fully rebooted, 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.

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j) Connect to a Wireless Network
Locate the Wireless Icon on your Windows desktop
(located on the bottom right corner) and click it to
view available wireless networks. Highlight your
desired network and click Connect.
If the network you are trying to connect to is secure,
you will be prompted to enter the security key. If you
have any problems connecting to the network have
windows diagnose the connection.
k) Position the Adapter for the best signal reception
The UA600EX has a high power directional antenna.
For optimal performance position the adapter towards
the direction 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) Select your Language
Select the language for the installation process
and click Next.

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d) Begin the Installation
Click Next to continue with the installation.
e) Continue the Installation
Click Install to continue with the installation.

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f) Restart your Computer
After the installation has completed, a prompt will
appear asking you to restart your computer. Select Yes
and click Finish to restart.

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g) Attach the USB Cable
a) Open the bottom cover: Lift the lock tab and slide the cover out.
b) Insert the mini USB connector into the USB port. Secure the USB Cable by wrapping the cable around
the pegs.
c) Slide the bottom cover back on firmly so it locks. Make sure the USB cable positioned through the
cable hole.

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h) Insert the High Power USB Adapter
After the computer has fully rebooted, 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.

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i) Found New Hardware Wizard
When the Found New Hardware Wizard Appears and asks to
search for software, select No, Not at this time. Click Next
to continue.
j) Found New Hardware Wizard
When prompted by the Found New Hardware Wizard to
install the software, select Install the Software Automatically
(Recommended) and click Next. The Wizard should begin to
install the software and driver for the High Power USB
Adapter.

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k) Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard
After the Wizard has finished installing the software for the
High Power Adapter click Finish to close the Wizard and
begin using your High Power Adapter.
l) Position the Adapter for the best signal reception
The UA600EX has a high power directional antenna.
For optimal performance position the adapter towards
the direction of your wireless network.