Asus P5Q3 Deluxe WiFi-AP n User manual

User Guide
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Contents
About this guide .......................................................................................... v
WiFi-AP @n specications ....................................................................... vi
Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 Welcome! ...................................................................................... 1-2
1.2 Features ........................................................................................ 1-2
1.3 LED and antenna port.................................................................. 1-4
1.4 Choosing an appropriate wireless network............................... 1-5
1.4.1 Access Point Mode (AP Mode) ....................................... 1-6
1.4.2 Client mode 1: Infrastructure mode................................. 1-7
1.4.3 Client mode 2: Ad-hoc mode........................................... 1-7
Chaper 2: Installation
2.1 Installation .................................................................................... 2-2
2.1.1 System requirements ...................................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Installing the antennass .................................................. 2-2
2.1.3 Signal range.................................................................... 2-3
2.2 Driver and utilities installation.................................................... 2-4
Chapter 3: Setting up
3.1 About the setup utilities .............................................................. 3-2
3.2 Setting up with WiFi-AP @n Wizard ........................................... 3-3
3.2.1 Setting up the AP Mode .................................................. 3-4
3.2.2 Setting up the Client Mode.............................................. 3-6
3.3 Setting up with WiFi-AP @n Utility............................................. 3-7
3.3.1 How to launch ASUS WiFi-AP @n Utility ........................ 3-7
3.3.2 Utility Window ................................................................. 3-7
3.3.3 Setting up AP Mode ........................................................ 3-8
3.3.4 Setting up the Client Mode............................................ 3-14
3.4 Setting up Ad-hoc or Infrastructure Mode under Windows®.. 3-15
3.4.1 Setting up Ad-hoc mode under Windows®XP............... 3-15
3.4.2 Setting up Infrastructure mode under Windows®XP..... 3-16
3.4.3 Setting up Ad-hoc mode under Windows®Vista ........... 3-17
3.4.4 Setting up Infrastructure mode under Windows®Vista . 3-19
3.5 Setting up wireless security...................................................... 3-20

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Appendices
Wireless LAN channels............................................................................A-2
Safety statements.....................................................................................A-4
Federal Communications Commission Statement.........................A-4
Regulatory Information/Disclaimers ...............................................A-5
Safety Information..........................................................................A-5
MPE Statement..............................................................................A-5
Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency Exposure ..........A-6
RF Exposure ..................................................................................A-6

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need to install and congure your
ASUS WiFi-AP @n wireless solution.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product introduction
This chapter describes the general features of the ASUS WiFi-AP @n
wireless solution. The chapter also presents the LED indications, and
recommended WiFi-AP @n network settings.
• Chapter 2: Installation
This chapter provides step by step instructions on installing the wireless LAN
adapter drivers and software applications using the support DVD.
• Chapter 3: Setting up
This chapter provides information on how to set up the WiFi-AP @n in your
home or ofce network using the setup wizard.
• Appendices
The Appendix lists the wireless LAN channels available for use in your
country or location and safety statements.
Conventions used in this guide
To make sure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following
symbols used throughout this guide.
WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself
when trying to complete a task.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components
when trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Information that you MUST follow
to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to aid
in completing a task.

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WiFi-AP @n specications
* The specications are subject to change without notice.
Standard IEEE 802.11n Draft 2.0, Wi-Fi compliant
IEEE 802.11b/g,
Data rate
802.11n (HT40) @15, 30, 45, 60, 90. 120, 135, 150Mbps
802.11n (HT20) @7.222, 14.444, 21.667, 28.889, 43.333,
57.778, 65, 72.222Mbps
802.11g @6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps
802.11b @1, 2, 5.5, 11Mbps
Security AES, TKIP, WEP
Network architechture
types
Access point mode
Client mode
Frequency band 2.4GHz ISM radio band
Operating range
802.11n
- Up to 980ft (300m) for outdoor
- Up to 330ft (100m) for indoor
802.11g
- Up to 200ft (60m) for outdoor
- Up to 100ft (30m) for indoor
802.11b
- Up to 1000ft (310m) for outdoor
- Up to 130ft (40m) for indoor
Number of connected
devices (AP mode) up to 16 stations
Antenna ASUS Wi-Fi AP @n omni-directional antenna
LED Green data transmission (AIR) LED
Support OS Windows® XP 32 / 64 bit, Vista 32 / 64 bit
Compatibility Fully compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g, IEEE 802.11n Draft
2.0 products
ASUS special features
Supports 16 stations connection.
ASUS EZ WiFi mode: Running wireless network in AI-Nap
mode
Software support ASUS Wi-Fi AP @n Wizard
ASUS Wi-Fi AP @n

WiFi-AP @n
Chapter 1
This chapter describes the general features of
the ASUS WiFi-AP @n wireless solution. The
chapter also presents the LED indications, and
recommended WiFi-AP @n network settings.
Product introduction

1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.1 Welcome!
Thank you for choosing the ASUS WiFi-AP @n wireless solution!
The WiFi-AP @n is an easy-to-use wireless local area network (WLAN) adapter
designed for home or ofce use. The WiFi-AP @n is backward compatible with the
earlier IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard allowing seamless integration of both wireless
LAN standards in a single network.
The WiFi-AP @n also supports several wireless network conguration including
Client mode and Access Point mode. This gives you exibility to your existing or
future wireless network congurations.
To provide efcient security to your wireless communication, WiFi-AP @n
employs both 64-bit/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and Wi-Fi Protected
Access (WPA/WPA2) encryptions.
With these and many more, ASUS WiFi-AP @n is sure to keep you ahead in the
world of wireless computing.
1.2 Features
ASUS EZ WiFi mode
Users will be able to play LAN games, connect to the Internet, access and share
printers, and use Skype from anywhere within the range.
WiFi-AP @n can provide these functions even when the PC is in the AI Nap mode.
Hence, users can use Skype instead of the traditional long distance telephone
service.
No hardware installation
Because the WiFi-AP @n wireless LAN adapter comes embedded in your ASUS
motherboard, no hardware installation is needed. Just install the drivers and
utilities from the motherboard support DVD and start computing wirelessly in no
time.

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Up to 300Mbps speed advantage
With data transmission rate up to ve times faster than IEEE 802.11b/g standards,
the WiFi-AP @n breaks the wireless data transmission speed barrier to give you
faster Internet connection and le sharing capabilities.
The real transmission rate may be slower than 300Mbps depending on the
router/switch used and the user environment.
Easy integration
The WiFi-AP @n is backward compatible with all IEEE 802.11b/g devices so you
can still use your IEEE 802.11b/g devices in the WiFi-AP @n network.
Access point mode function
In AP Mode, WiFi-AP @n can support up to 16 stations with wireless LAN adapters
making it an ideal solution for homes and ofces with single Internet connection or
network printer.
Moveable omni-directional antenna
A pair of moveable, omni-directional antennas come with your WiFi-AP @n to
maximize your wireless coverage.

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LED indicators
Refer to the table below for LED indications.
1.3 LED and antenna port
The WiFi-AP @n comes with a green data transmission LED (AIR) and an antenna
port located at the motherboard rear panel.
• The location of the WiFi-AP @n data transmission LED and antenna port
may vary on motherboard models.
• The back I/O may vary depending on the models.
AIR LED
Antenna port
LED Status Indication
AIR LED On Power on but no data activity.
Off Power off or no wireless connection.
Blinking quickly Transmitting and/or receiving data.
Blinking slowly Site survey.

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1.4 Choosing an appropriate wireless
network
You can use the ASUS WiFi-AP @n in various wireless network congurations. It is
recommended that you select the most appropriate conguration for your home or
ofce network before setting up the WiFi-AP @n.
The following pictures and descriptions are for reference only and may not
exactly match your actual network conguration.
AP Mode Client Mode
Select Mode
Infrastructure Mode Ad-Hoc Mode

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1.4.1 Access Point Mode (AP Mode)
If you wish to share the Internet access with the wireless stations in your
environment, you can congure the WiFi-AP @n in an access point mode (AP
Mode). In this mode, the WiFi-AP @n becomes the wireless access point that
provides local area network and Internet access for your wireless stations.
The requirement of using AP Mode function is an onboard Ethernet LAN adapter
with the driver properly installed.
The AP Mode feature is ideal for home/SOHO networks with several computers, a
shared printer, and a shared Internet connection.
Internet ADSL or Cable
Modem (if any)
˝
Printer 1
Station 1
Station 2
Station 3
Station 4
WiFi-AP @n
MODE

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An Infrastructure wireless network is
centered on a wireless access point
(AP) that provides Internet access and
LAN communication for the wireless
stations. In Infrastructure mode, the
wireless LAN stations communicate
with each other via the wireless AP.
In this mode, your WiFi-AP @n
acts as a wireless adapter. It
communicates with the LAN computers
and accesses Internet through the
wireless AP.
1.4.3 Client mode 2: Ad-
hoc mode
In the Ad-hoc mode, the WiFi-AP @n
acts as a wireless card and connects
directly to other wireless device within
its operating range. In the Ad-Hoc
mode, your computer communicate
with other wireless stations without an
access point (AP).
WiFi-AP @n
Station
MODE
Station 1
Station 2
1.4.2 Client mode 1: Infrastructure mode
Internet Access Point
Station 1
Station 2
˝
WiFi-AP @n
ADSL or Cable
Modem (if any)
The ASUS Wi-Fi AP @n utility doesnt’ provide infrastructure mode and ad-hoc
mode conguration under Client Mode. To set up an infrastructure or ad-hoc
network, use Windows Zero Conguration under Windows® XP or WLAN
AutoCong under Windows® Vista. Refer to 3.4 Setting up Ad-hoc mode or
Infrastructure Mode under Windows® on page 3-11 for more details.

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WiFi-AP @n
Chapter 2
This chapter provides step by step instructions
on installing the WiFi-AP @n drivers and utilities
to your computer. This part also provides
information on installing the antenna.
Installation

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2.1 Installation
2.1.1 System requirements
Before installing the WiFi-AP @n drivers and utilities, make sure that your system
meets the following requirements.
• ASUS motherboard with WiFi-AP @n onboard solution
• Minimum 256MB system memory
• Operating system:
Client mode: Windows® XP/ Vista
AP mode: Windows® XP/ Vista
• Optical drive for utilities and driver installation
2.1.2 Installing the antennas
The WiFi-AP @n wireless solution comes with a pair of omni-directional and
moveable antennas to maximize the WiFi-AP @n coverage.
To install the antenna:
1. Locate the wireless LAN antenna
ports on the motherboard rear
panel.
2. Connect the antenna twist-
on connector (female) to the
wireless LAN antenna port
(male).
3. Place the antennas at elevated
locations and keep appropriate
distance to enhance your
wireless LAN coverage.
• The antennas may differ depending on the model.
• Do not place the antennas under your table or in a closed compartment.

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2.1.3 Signal range
The signal range of WiFi-AP @n depends on the operating environment. Obstacles
such as walls and metal barriers could reect or absorb radio signals. Devices
such as microwave stove can also greatly interfere with the wireless network.
Signal range:
802.11g: Indoor 80ft (30m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 200ft (60m)
802.11b: Indoor 130ft (40m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 1000ft (310m)
802.11n: Indoor 330ft (100m), outdoor (LOS, Light-Of-Sight) 980ft (300m)
By default, the device automatically adjusts the data rate and the closer the
wireless station is, the better signal and transmit speed it receives. To improve your
wireless transmission, move your wireless stations closer to the WiFi-AP @n.

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2.2 Driver and utilities installation
• The contents of the motherboard support DVD are subject to change
without notice. Visit the ASUS website for driver/utilities updates.
• If you use a Windows® operating system, your computer auto-detects the
WiFi-AP @n when system boots and displays an Add New Hardware
Wizard window. Click Cancel then proceed with the following instructions.
To install the WiFi-AP @n driver and utilities:
1. Place the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive.
2. The DVD automatically displays the Drivers menu if Autorun is enabled in
your computer. Click the wireless driver and follow screen instructions to
install the WiFi-AP @n driver.
If Autorun is disabled in your computer, locate the Wireless folder under the
root directory of the support DVD, then double click the Setup.exe le to begin
installation.
To use soft AP function, you may need to install Ethernet adapter driver.

WiFi-AP @n
Chapter 3
This chapter provides information on how to
set up the WiFi-AP @n in your home or ofce
network.
Setting up

3-2 Chapter 3: Setting up
3.1 About the setup utilities
After you have installed the WiFi-AP @n drivers and utilities to your system, you
are now ready to setup WiFi-AP @n in your network.
Make sure that you have selected the most appropriate conguration for your
wireless network before you proceed. Refer to section 1.4 for details.
Make sure you have connected the supplied antenna to the antenna connector
on the motherboard, or the WiFi-AP @n may not be able to detect other
wireless devices in your environment.
The WiFi-AP @n provides two conguration approaches: the setup wizard and the
setup utility. The former scheme provides an easy approach to the most frequently
used functions while the latter allows conguring all the functions, including the
advanced settings.
For normal users, the setup wizard helps to:
• congure the WiFi-AP @n as an access point or wireless station.
For advanced users, the setup utility helps to:
1. congure the WiFi-AP @n as an access point, or wireless station;
2. enable or disable the WiFi-AP @n; and
3. show statistics.