Asus WL-140 User manual

ASUS USB SpaceLink Client
WL-140
(For 802.11b Wireless Networks)
User’s Manual

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1. Introduction ............................................................................. 7
1.1 Overview ...................................................................................... 7
1.2 Package Contents........................................................................ 8
2. Installation ............................................................................... 8
2.1 Orientating the Antenna ............................................................... 8
2.2 Reading the SpaceLink LEDs ...................................................... 9
2.3 Installing the SpaceLink Driver .................................................. 10
2.4 Verifying the SpaceLink Driver................................................... 11
2.5 Verifying the TCP/IP Protocol .................................................... 13
2.5.1 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol......................................... 14
2.5.2 Configuring TCP/IP Properties ....................................... 15
2.5.3 Configuring Advanced TCP/IP Properties ...................... 16
2.5.4 Verifying TCP/IP Settings ............................................... 16
2.6 Installing ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Utilities ......................... 17
3. Software Reference .............................................................. 19
3.1 Overview .................................................................................... 19
3.2 Windows XP Wireless Options .................................................. 20
3.3 Control Center............................................................................ 21
3.4 Wireless Settings ....................................................................... 23
More than one ASUS SpaceLink Card ...................................... 24
3.4.1 Status - Status Tab ......................................................... 24
3.4.2 Status - Connection Tab ................................................. 27
3.4.3 Status - IP Config Tab..................................................... 28
3.4.4 Config - Basic Tab .......................................................... 29
3.4.5 Config - Encryption Tab .................................................. 32
3.4.6 Config - Advanced Tab ................................................... 35
3.4.7 Survey - Site Survey Tab ................................................ 37
3.4.8 About - Version Info Tab ................................................. 38
3.4.9 Link Status...................................................................... 39
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3.5 Mobile Manager ......................................................................... 40
3.5.1 Main Window .................................................................. 41
3.5.2 Using New Configuration Wizard.................................... 44
3.5.3 Using Edit Configuration................................................. 45
3.6 Site Monitor................................................................................ 53
3.6.1 Starting Site Monitor ....................................................... 53
3.6.2 Main Screen ................................................................... 53
3.6.3 Monitor............................................................................ 54
3.7 Live Update................................................................................ 55
3.8 Windows XP Wireless Properties .............................................. 57
4. Troubleshooting .................................................................... 59
5. Glossary................................................................................. 61
Safety Statements ...................................................................... 65
Federal Communications Commission Statement ............................. 65
Canadian Department of Communications ........................................ 65
Wireless LAN Safety Statements.............................................. 66
MPE Safety Statement ....................................................................... 66
FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Statement ...................................... 66

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
1. Introduction
1.1 Overview
TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client is designed to be fully compliant with the
IEEE 802.11b wireless local area network (Wireless LAN) standard. The
ASUS USB SpaceLink Client is equipped with a 6 dBi uni-directional an-
tenna which provides a greater coverage area compared with wireless PC
cards. TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client comes with a mounting kit and a
detachable 1.8 meter USB cable which allows convenient placement on
your desk or office partition. A USB extension cable can be purchased
from third-parties for mounting the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client on the
wall or ceiling. The advantages of theASUS USB SpaceLink Client is the
increased wireless coverage due to the ability to raise the ASUS USB
SpaceLink Client above obstructions.
TheASUS USB SpaceLink Client product provides high-speed, standards-
based Wireless LAN solutions. Supporting data rates up to 11 Mbps, with
automatic fallback to 5.5, 2, and 1 Mbps. It operates in the unlicensed 2.4
GHz frequencies called the Instrumentation, Science, and Medical (ISM)
band. Unlicensed means free of charge to users.TheASUS USB SpaceLink
Client configuration utility is a user-friendly application that helps you
quickly setup multiple roaming nodes using the ASUS USB SpaceLink
Client. You can even export the configuration settings to a file and import
them to other computers for fast multiple installations.
Wireless LANs are complementary extensions to existing wired LANs,
offering complete mobility while maintaining continuous network connec-
tivity to both corporate and home Intranets.They add a new level of conve-
nience for LAN users. PC users stay connected to the network anywhere
throughout a building without being bound by a LAN wire. This is accom-
plished through the use of a device known as the Access Point (AP). By
making use of AP in the office, you can easily establish mobile network
connections to the enterprise Intranet or Internet. Moreover, you can bring
your ASUS USB SpaceLink Client home to make your home-networking
dream come true! A home-dedicated AP, with built-in Internet gateway
capability, allows your family to share a broadband Modem and one ISP
account simultaneously with no excessive, tedious ties! Connected any-
where, at any time, your family will feel closer by the invisible magic of
the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client!

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
Chapter 1
2. Installation
This chapter explains how to install theASUS USB SpaceLink Client hard-
ware, drivers, and utilities. The ASUS USB SpaceLink Client is designed
for both desktop PCs and Notebook PCs with an available USB port. The
product is designed to operate in Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP.
Complete the following steps to install the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.
1. Connect the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client
2. Install the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Driver
3. Install the TCP/IP protocol (if necessary)
4. Install the ASUS SpaceLink Utilities
2.1 Orientating the Antenna
The ASUS USB SpaceLink Client has an uni-directional antenna that can
be tilted forwards or backwards. It is recommended that you adjust the
antenna’s front face towards the nearest access point for maximum range
and higher link quality. Lower the antenna when transporting the ASUS
USB SpaceLink Client .
1.2 Package Contents
When you receive the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client package, it should
contain the following items:
•ASUS USB SpaceLink Client
•User’s Manual
•CD-ROM Disc (Windows drivers, utilities, manual)
This product does not use anAC power adapter. If any of the above
items are not included or damaged, contact your local dealer for
instructions.

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Chapter 1
(Upright Position)
(Folded Position)
2.2 Reading the SpaceLink LEDs
The front of the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client consists of two LEDs that
indicate the status of the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.
Link LED
Solid Light: The ASUS USB SpaceLink
Client is linked to a wireless network.
Blinking: TheASUS USB SpaceLink Cli-
ent is searching for a wireless network to
connect to.
Power LED
Solid Light: The ASUS USB SpaceLink
Client is receiving power from a
computer’s USB port.
NoLight:TheASUS USB SpaceLink Cli-
ent is not receiving power. The cable may
not be connected or the computer is turned
OFF.
Link LED Power LED

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Chapter 2
2.3 Installing the SpaceLink Driver
1. Turn ON your computer and enter Windows.
2. Connect the smaller end of the USB cable into the back of the ASUS
USB SpaceLink Client.
3. Insert the larger end of the USB cable into your computer’s USB port.
4. Windows will automatically detect the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client
once it is inserted. When the “Add New Hardware Wizard” dialog ap-
pears, click Next to begin driver installation.
5. Select “Search for the best driver for your device (Recommended)”.
Click Next to continue.
6. Specify the location with “[CD]\Card\Driver\USB” and click Next.
Where [CD] represents the drive letter of your CD-ROM drive.
7. Wait while Windows searches for the device driver for the ASUS USB
SpaceLink Client. Windows will display the search result: “ASUS
SpaceLink WL-140 WLAN USB Adapter”. Click Next.
8. During the installation, Windows may prompt you to insert the “Win-
dows Operating System CD” which contains some driver files. Insert
your Windows setup disc and type the path if necessary and click Yes.
Windows will start copying the necessary files.
9. When the installation procedure is completed, click Finish.
10.Restart your Windows to make the driver take effect.
Smaller End
(Rear View)
Larger End
Smaller End
(Side View)

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Chapter 2
1. Right-click “My Computer” on the desktop
and select Properties.2. Click Device Manager and look under “Network adapters” for “Wireless LAN
PC Card”.
2.4 Verifying the SpaceLink Driver
Windows 98/Me
Right-click My Computer on the desktop and select Properties. Click
DeviceManager and look under Networkadapters. If you find the “ASUS
SpaceLink WL-140 WLAN USB Adapter” string, it means the driver is
installed correctly.

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2.4 Verifying the SpaceLink Driver (Cont.)
Windows 2K/XP
Open the Control Panel through the Start menu. Double-click System
icon. Click Device Manager on the “Hardware” page. Click Network
adapters. If you find the “ASUS SpaceLink WL-140WLAN USBAdapter”
string, it means the driver is installed correctly.
1. Open the Control Panel through the Start
menu. 2. Double-click System icon.
3. Click Device Manager on the “Hardware”
page. 4. Click Network adapters.

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Chapter 2
2.5 Verifying the TCP/IP Protocol
Windows 98/Me
For the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client to work, you must have the TCP/IP
protocol installed. Follow the procedure here to verify the protocol.
Windows 2K/XP
2. Right click Wireless Network Connec-
tion and select Properties.
1. Double-click System icon in the Control Panel.
3. Look for Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Make
sure that the TCP/IP protocol parameters
(IP address, gateway, and subnet mask)
are set correctly.
2. Scroll down and look for “TCP/IP”. Make
sure that the TCP/IP protocol parameters
(IP address, gateway, and subnet mask)
are set correctly.
1. Right-click “My Network Places” on the
desktop and select Properties.

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2.5.1 Installing the TCP/IP Protocol
Windows 98/Me
If your operating system does not have the TCP/IP protocol installed, you
must do so to use the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.
1. From the screen above, click the Add button.
2. Select Protocol and click Add.
3. Select Microsoft | TCP/IP and click OK
Windows 2K/XP
Windows XP operating system will install TCP/IP by default and will not
show in the protocols to add.

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2.5.2 Configuring TCP/IP Properties
Windows ME
1. Select “TCP/IP -> ASUS USB SpaceLink Client”.
2. Click Properties button and IPAddress tab.
• If yourAccess Point is connected to a network with a DHCP server,
the default setting “Obtain an IP address automatically” should work.
• If your network does not automatically assign IP addresses, select
“Specify an IP address” and type in the IP address and Subnet Mask
as provided by your network administrator. If you want to route
traffic through an IP sharing device, you have to setup the ASUS
USB SpaceLink Client in the same Subnet as that of Access Point.
2. If IP information is required, you can enter
it in the “Alternate Configuration” in XP.
1. This works for DHCP enabled networks.
Windows XP
2. The numbers here are for example only.
1. This works for DHCP enabled networks.

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2. On the DNS Configuration page, enter the
required information, click Add, and OK.
3. If Windows asks to restart your computer
now, press Yes.
1. On the Gateway page, enter the address
and click Add.
2.5.3 Configuring Advanced TCP/IP Properties
Windows ME
If you want to route traffic through an IP sharing device for your Access
Point, you have to set the default gateway address.
2.5.4 Verifying TCP/IP Settings
Windows XP: Use “ipconfig” from the
command prompt to verify settings.
Windows ME: Run “winipcfg” from the Start
menu to verify TCP/IP settings.

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Chapter 3 - Reference
Chapter 3
2. From the autorun menu, choose an installation language if necessary
and click Install ASUS WLAN Card Utilities.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note: The first link, “ASUS WLAN Card Installation Instructions” is
only an information page on installing the driver which is already ex-
plained in detail in the previous section of this manual.
2.6 Installing ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Utilities
1. Insert the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client support CD and an autorun
menu will appear. If your autorun is disabled. Double click SETUP.EXE
in the root directory of the support CD.

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1. Click Next on the Welcome screen. 2. Click Yes after reading the License
Agreement.
3. Browse to another Destination Directory
or click Next to use the default. 4. Enter another Program Folder name or click Next to use the default.
Several shortcuts will be created which can
be accessed through Start.
6. When Setup is complete, click Finish to
exit the installation wizard.
Installing ASUS USB SpaceLink Client Utilities (Cont.)
Windows ME

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Chapter 3 - Reference
Chapter 3
3. Software Reference
3.1 Overview
The ASUS USB SpaceLink Client software includes five groups of utili-
ties.
•Control Center – Makes it easy to launch applications and activate
network location settings.
•Wireless Settings –Allows users to control theASUS USB SpaceLink
Client.
•Mobile Manager – A convenient tool to setup and manage network
location settings.
•Site Monitor – Measures the signal-to-noise (SNR) values of all wire-
less networks. This tool is used for determining the best placement of
Access Points to provide the most efficient coverage in a wireless net-
work.
•Live Update – Provides automatic driver and firmware update through
the Internet.

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3.2 Windows XP Wireless Options
The wireless options shown below is only available for Windows XP. The
first time you run the Control Center utility, it will automatically show.
Select one of the radio buttons to decide your Windows XP wireless net-
working environment.
Only use XPwireless function – Only use Windows XPwireless network
settings to configure the ASUS USB SpaceLink Client.
OnlyuseASUSutilitiesanddisable XPwirelessfunction– OnlyuseASUS
USB SpaceLink Client utilities to configure theASUS USB SpaceLink Cli-
ent.
You can return to the Wireless Option setting at any time by left clicking
the control center icon and choosing “Wireless Option”.