Buffalo Tech AirStation WLI-UC-GN User manual

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User Manual - AirStation WLI-UC-GN
Wireless N USB Adapter/Router

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Table of Contents
Introduction......................................................................3
Installation .......................................................................4
Using Windows Zero Cong...............................................7
Using Client Manager 3.....................................................8
Using AOSS ......................................................................9
Router Mode ...................................................................12
Connecting Your Nintendo DS® ......................................14
Connecting Your Nintendo Wii® ......................................16
Connecting Your Sony PSP® ...........................................19
Connecting Your Sony Playstation 3® .............................21
Specications..................................................................23
FCC/CE Information.......................................................24
Contact Information........................................................38

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Congratulations on your purchase! The AirStation WLI-UC-GN Turbo G wireless USB
Adapter connects your notebook computer or desktop PC to a 2.4 GHz 802.11g or b
network. It can also serve as an access point for connecting AOSS compatable wireless
devices to your existing network.
Package Contents
•WLI-UC-GN USB Adapter
•Utility CD with Manual
•Quick Setup Guide
•Warranty Statement
Introduction

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Insert the AirNavigator CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Do
not insert the USB key into a USB port yet.
Installation
This window will open on your desktop.
Select Begin Installation.

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The WLI-UC-GN may be installed as either a wireless
client or a wireless router.
Choose Client Mode Installation if you want to add a
wireless client to your computer, allowing it to connect
to existing wireless networks. Turn to the next page for
instructions on Client Mode Installation.
Choose Access Point Mode Installation if you want to
congure the WLI-UC-GN as a simple wireless access point
for connecting AOSS-compatable devices such as game
consoles. Access Point Mode Installation instructions
continue on page 12.
Installation

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Client Mode Installation
To install drivers and use the wireless connection tool
built-in to Windows, click Install.
Included on the disk is Buffalo’s Client Manager 3
software. To install it, click the checkbox beside it
in the Software Option List and then click Install.
Client Manager 3 includes the option of automatically
connecting to AOSS or WPS devices.
Click Next to step through the installation wizards.
When the wizard asks you to insert your device, plug
the AirStation WLI-UC-GN in to a USB port on your
computer. Drivers will install automatically, and if
you checked its box, Client Manager 3 will install as
well. When the wizard is complete, click Finish.

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To use Windows’ built-in wireless utility, click on its icon in the systray. Zero Cong will open.
Using Windows® Zero Cong
All available wireless networks will be listed. Click on your
network to highlight it and then click Connect.
If your network requires a network key or password to
connect, enter it twice. Click Connect. When the wireless
icon in the systray changes to , you are connected to the
wireless network.

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Using Client Manager 3
If you installed Buffalo’s Client Manager 3 software, then you will use it to connect instead of
Windows Zero Cong. Click on its icon in the systray to open Client Manager.
Click on one of the three buttons up top to navigate to the three different
sections of Client Manager. The Scan tab shows a list of available
wireless networks. Highlight one and click Connect at the bottom to
connect to that network.
The Status tab shows information about your current wireless
connection.
The Proles tab lets you create, store, and prioritize common wireless
connections. The AOSS button is also located here.

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then AOSS will let you connect the WLI-UC-GN to your wireless network, easily and
securely.
Your router or access point must support AOSS to use it. If you would rather congure
your wireless connection manually, select the Scan tab in Client Manager to scan for
available networks.
Start Client Manager by double clicking on the black antenna icon in your systray,
or by launching it from your Start Menu: Programs >> Buffalo >> AirStation Utility >>
ClientManager3.
AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure
System) is a simple system for connecting
wireless clients to an access point while
enforcing the most secure possible
connection encryption type. Users no
longer need to worry about choosing the
proper security protocols, IP addresses,
or SSID. AOSS determines the optimal
connection and congures itself in
seconds.
Your WLI-UC-GN has its AOSS button
in the Client Manager software. If your
router or access point supports AOSS,
Using AOSS

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•From the Status Screen, select the Proles tab.
•Initiate AOSS by clicking the blue AOSS button on the Client Manager’s screen. The AOSS
wizard will appear.
•Now, press the AOSS button on your access point. Hold it down until the AOSS LED on the
access point begins to ash (1-3 seconds).
Using AOSS

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Once AOSS is complete (about 30 seconds), the connection is archived as a prole for later use. To minimize
Client Manager to the system tray, click the ‘X’ in the top right corner.
Notes:
AOSS will scan for an AOSS partner for about two minutes. If it times out before nding one, just press the
AOSS buttons again.
Output power is reduced to 25% of normal during AOSS for security reasons. If you’re having trouble making
an AOSS connection, temporarily move the devices closer together.
AOSS will automatically use the highest level of security available for all currently connected wireless devices.
If you have trouble connecting with AOSS, temporarily disable all personal rewalls on your PC, such as
ZoneAlarm or Microsoft Personal Firewall. These programs may be re-enabled after AOSS has nished.
Also, make sure that any other wireless client manager software (including Windows XP’s Zero Conguration
Service) is disabled before using Client Manager.
Using AOSS

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Besides its wireless client capability, the WLI-UC-GN can
function as a wireless access point. If your computer
already has a connection to the internet, and you want
to connect AOSS-compatable devices wirelessly, then
choose Access Point Mode during installation. Note: If
you have rewall or antivirus software running on the
computer, temporarily disable it before continuing.
Click Install to continue. Continue clicking Next to step
through the installation wizard. When the program asks
for your device, plug the WLI-UC-GN into a USB port on
the computer and click Next, OK, and Finish.
Access Point Mode Installation

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AOSS
Using Your AirStation as an Access Point
Many kinds of AOSS devices can be connected to the
AirStation WLI-UC-GN in access point mode. Right click
on the icon to open the window shown at left. Click
or push the AOSS button for the device you want to
connect to start AOSS. Then, click on the AOSS button
in this window. AOSS will set up your connection
automatically.
In the following examples, we’ll show how to connect
several common gaming consoles to the AirStation
wirelessly.

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The DS®uses seperate wireless connections for each game. You will
need to do these steps for each game that you play wirelessly.
Turn on your DS®. Click on Wi-Fi Settings. The location of this may vary
depending on what game you're in.
Click on Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings.
Click on any of the 3 available connections.
Connecting Your Nintendo DS®

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Click on AOSS.
You'll see this screen. Now, click the AOSS button on your desktop (see
page 13).
Your DS®is now connected to the network. Click OK to run a connection
test.
Connecting Your Nintendo DS®

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Turn on your Wii®. Click on Wii Options, in the bottom left corner of the
main menu.
Click on Wii Settings.
Click on the right arrow for more options.
Connecting Your Nintendo Wii®

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Click on Internet.
Click on Connection Settings.
Click on any of the three available connections. If the coonection you're
using has settings already saved, clear them.
Connecting Your Nintendo Wii®

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Connecting Your Nintendo Wii®
Click on AOSS.
When you see this screen, click the AOSS button on your PC's desktop
(page 13 for more info).
Your Wii®is now connected to the network. Click OK to run a
connection test.

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Turn on your PSP®.
PSP rmware version 2.0 or later is required to use AOSS. Update your
PSP rmware if necessary.
Select Network Settings.
Connecting Your Sony PSP®

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Choose Infrastructure Mode.
Choose New Connection.
Choose Automatic.
Select AOSS. Click the AOSS button on your PC's desktop (see page 13
for more info).
Connecting Your Sony PSP®
In about a minute, the devices will form a
secure connection.