AVM FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N Quick guide

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WLAN
Stick
Configuration
and Operation
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System Requirements
•Computer with USB port (USB2.0 or higher)
•PC compatible with Windows or notebook
•Installation in Microsoft Windows10, Windows8/7 (32 and 64-Bit)
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Status Display
WLAN: indicates a
wireless LAN connection
USB: indicates that the stick is ready for
operation
FRITZ!WLAN StickN
Package Contents and Device Features
Wireless LAN Function
For connecting to the
wireless radio network
Compatible with WLAN 802.11b/g/n
FRITZ!WLAN Stick N
This quick introduction shows you
the possibilities for deploying and
operating your FRITZ!WLAN StickN.
. Comprehensive information and
technical details are presented in the
PDF manual available on our website
en.avm.de/manuals.
The FRITZ!WLANStickN is a wireless
LAN device for the USB port. At your
computer’s USB port it can establish
wireless connections to a wireless
access point or direct connections to
other wireless devices.
The FRITZ!WLANStickN establishes
wireless connections using the
wireless networking software of the
operating system on your computer.
With the FRITZ!WLAN software you
receive information on your wireless
LAN connections and the settings of
your WLAN stick.
Have fun with your FRITZ!W-
LANStickN!
Security
Do not install FRITZ!WLAN StickN
during an electrical storm.
During a storm, disconnect the
FRITZ!WLAN StickN from the
computer.
Never let liquids get inside the
FRITZ!WLAN StickN.
Do not open the FRITZ!WLAN
StickN housing. Opening and/or
repairing the device can present
a hazard.
Remove the FRITZ!WLAN StickN
from the computer before clean-
ing. Clean the device using a moist
cloth.
See also the security
instructions in the
FRITZ!WLAN StickN man-
ual at en.avm.de/service/
manuals.
Wi-Fi
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Wireless LAN Connections
You can establish wireless LAN connections in two simple ways.
AVM Stick&Surf (page 5)
Stick&Surf is especially simple and secure. With Stick&Surf the
FRITZ!WLANStickN adopts the security settings of a FRITZ!Box and automati-
cally establishes a secure wireless LAN connection.
or
WPS Quick Connection and Manual Connection (page 6)
The FRITZ!WLANStickN can be connected with the wireless access point
via WPS. WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a fast and simple way to establish a
secure connection between wireless LAN devices. WPS is supported by all cur-
rent FRITZ!Box models with wireless LAN and by many wireless LAN access
points from other manufacturers. See the documentation for your wireless
access point.
Establishing a Wireless Connection with Stick&Surf
With Stick&Surf you can establish a secure wireless connection to your FRITZ!Box
automatically using the USB port.
Establishing a Connection
1. Insert the FRITZ!WLAN StickN in
the FRITZ!Box.
2. The “Info” LED on the FRITZ!Box
flashes. Wait until the “Info” LED
stops flashing and remains lit up.
3. Remove the FRITZ!WLAN StickN.
4. Insert the FRITZ!WLANStickN in
your booted computer.
5. The device driver installation
starts.
6. Click “AVM FRITZ!WLANUSB
StickN v2 Installation” and con-
firm the subsequent queries. The
FRITZ!WLANStickN is installed.
7. The Stick&Surf logo appears and
the connection to your
FRITZ!Box is established automat-
ically. Please note the information
on the FRITZ!WLAN software on
page 8.
Info
flashes briefly,
then remains lit
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Establishing a Connection
1. Insert the FRITZ!WLANStickN in
your computer.
2. Click “AVM FRITZ!WLANUSB
StickN v2 Installation” and con-
firm the subsequent queries. The
FRITZ!WLANStickN is installed.
3. Click the wireless network icon
in the notification area of the
Windows task bar.
A list appears on the screen
showing all wireless networks in
the vicinity.
If the list does not appear, click
“Connect” to a network.
4. Select the wireless network of a
wireless access point and click
“Connect”.
The window for entering the
network key appears.
Establishing a Wireless Connection Using WPS
Quick Connection
The FRITZ!WLANStickN can establish wireless connections to wireless access
points with WPS. If a participating wireless LAN device does not support WPS, the
connection can be established manually.
The network key of a FRITZ!Box is
printed on the base of the device
housing.
If the wireless connection can be
established using WPS, the WPS
symbol appears as well.
If you are using a FRITZ!Box,
press the “WLAN/WPS” button un-
til the “WLAN” LED starts flashing.
The wireless LAN connection will
be established.
Networks
Wireless networks in
Windows10 and 8
Wireless network
icons in Windows10
and 8
Entering a
network key
Establishing a con-
nection by pressing
the button on the
router
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FRITZ!WLAN Software
The FRITZ!WLAN software is installed on your computer along with the
FRITZ!WLANStickN. With FRITZ!WLAN you receive information on your wireless
LAN connection and the settings of the WLAN stick.
Starting FRITZ!WLAN
Double-click the FRITZ!WLAN icon in the Windows task bar. FRITZ!WLAN is started.
For details, see the FRITZ!WLANStickN manual at: en.avm.de/service.
Wireless LAN Standards
The FRITZ!WLANStickN supports the following wireless LAN standards:
Frequency Band
(GHz)
Transmission in Mbit/s
(Gross, Maximum)
Transmission in Mbit/s
(Net, Maximum)
802.11a 554 25
802.11b 2.4 11 5
802.11g 2.4 54 25
802.11n 2.4/5 300 150
For wireless LAN connections the FRITZ!WLANStickN must use the same stan-
dard and the same frequency band as your wireless access point. This means that
the settings of the wireless access point determine which standard is used in a
radio network.
The best transmission speeds can be achieved by operating your wireless access
point in the 5-GHz frequency band. The 5-GHz band is subject to less interference
and provides more channels for transmission than the 2.4-GHz frequency band.
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CE Declaration
AVM declares herewith that the device is compliant with the basic requirements
and the relevant rules in directives 2014/53/EU, 2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU.
The long version of the declaration of CE conformity is available at
http://en.avm.de/ce.
Legal Notice
In accordance with the Waste of Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive, the
FRITZ!WLANStickN may not be disposed with household waste. Please bring it to
your local collection points for disposal.
Technical Specifications
compatible with 802.11n (300Mbit/s), 802.11g,a (54Mbit/s), 802.11b
(11Mbit/s)
with 802.11n up to 300Mbit/s (gross) for wireless high-speed access
(LAN/DSL); the actual user data rate will be somewhat lower
Wireless LAN radio technology at 2.4 GHz: range 2.4 GHz – 2.483 GHz,
max. 100 mW
Wireless LAN radio technology at 5 GHz: ranges 5.15 GHz – 5.35 GHz,
max. 200 mW, and
5.47 GHz – 5.725 GHz, max. 1000 mW
In the 5-GHz band for wireless LAN, the range from 5.15GHz to 5.35GHz is
intended only for indoor use. This restriction or requirement is effective in the
states AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, EL, ES, FI, FR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT,
NL, PL, PT, RO, SE, SI, SK, UK.
maximum wireless LAN security with WPA2 (802.11i), or alternatively, WPA,
WEP (128/64)
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup): simple wireless LAN configuration with compat-
ible remote sites
Stick&Surf: Simple adoption of wireless LAN settings from AVM FRITZ!Box
products with a USB port
See the FRITZ!Box manual for comprehensive technical specifications at
en.avm.de/service/manuals
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