Buffalo Tech WLI-UC-GNM User manual
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35011406 ver.02
User Manual
Wireless N150 COMPACT USB 2.0 Adapter
/ Router
WLI-UC-GNM
WLI-UC-GNM User Manual 1
Contents
Chapter 1 - Product Overview .........................................4
Features .................................................................................. 4
150 Mbps High Speed Mode ................................................... 4
System Requirements ............................................................. 5
Package Contents ................................................................... 5
Hardware Overview ................................................................. 5
Chapter 2 - Installation .....................................................6
Set up as a Wireless Client (Client Mode) .............................. 6
Set up as a Wireless Router (Router Mode) ........................... 11
Installing Client Manager ......................................................... 17
Chapter 3 - Connect to a Wireless Network ...................19
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS) ................................... 19
Windows 7 or Vista (Client Manager V) ......................................... 20
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 21
Automatic Secure Setup (WPS PIN) ....................................... 22
Windows 7 or Vista (Client Manager V) ......................................... 22
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 26
Manual Setup (Client Manager) .............................................. 28
Windows 7 or Vista (Client Manager V) ......................................... 28
Windows XP (Client Manager 3) .................................................... 31
Windows Vista (WLAN AutoCong) ............................................... 33
Windows XP (Wireless Zero Conguration) ................................... 36
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Chapter 4 - Connecting Wireless Clients .......................37
Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS) ............................................ 37
Manual Setup .......................................................................... 38
Switching between Client Mode and Router Mode ................. 40
Chapter 5 - Client Manager ..............................................41
Software Overview .................................................................. 41
Using Client Manager V with Windows 7 and Vista ................ 41
Main Screen ................................................................................... 42
Automatic Secure Setup and Advanced Setup .............................. 43
SSID / WPS-PIN selection ............................................................. 44
Search Available Wireless Access Points ...................................... 45
Wireless Network Information ........................................................ 46
WPS-PBC / AOSS selection .......................................................... 47
Wireless Status .............................................................................. 48
Wireless LAN Diagnostic ............................................................... 50
Prole List ...................................................................................... 51
Wireless Properties ........................................................................ 52
Network Properties ........................................................................ 53
Browser Properties ........................................................................ 54
Printer Properties ........................................................................... 55
Using Client Manager 3 with Windows XP .............................. 56
Status ............................................................................................. 57
Scan ............................................................................................... 59
Connect .......................................................................................... 60
Proles ........................................................................................... 61
Prole Information (Basic) .............................................................. 62
Prole Information (Network) ......................................................... 64
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Prole Information (Browser) ......................................................... 65
Prole Information (Printers) .......................................................... 66
System Tray Menu ......................................................................... 67
Option Menu .................................................................................. 68
Chapter 6 - Troubleshooting Common Problems ..........70
The Computer does not recognize the Wireless Adapter. ....... 70
Cannot connect to the network wirelessly. .............................. 70
You forgot the AP's SSID, Encryption KEY, or Password. ....... 70
The link speed is slower than 150 Mbps. ................................ 71
Other Tips ................................................................................ 71
Appendix .....................................................................74
150 Mbps Mode settings ......................................................... 74
Specications .......................................................................... 75
Uninstalling the Software ........................................................ 76
Uninstalling the Drivers ........................................................... 76
TCP/IP Settings in Windows ................................................... 77
Windows 7 ..................................................................................... 77
Windows Vista ............................................................................... 78
Windows XP ................................................................................... 79
Compliance Information .......................................................... 80
Environmental Information ...................................................... 87
Warranty Information ............................................................... 88
Contact Information (Asia Pacic) ........................................... 89
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Chapter 1 - Product Overview
Features
With support for current Wireless-N, Wireless-G, and Wireless-B standards, the AirStation wireless
client/router can transfer data to and from all standard 2.4 GHz wireless network devices.
This device includes support for AOSS (AirStation One-touch Secure System) and WPS (Wi-Fi
Protected Setup), making connection with other wireless devices easier.
AirStation is equipped with following security features.
• WPA-PSK (TKIP/AES)
• WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES)
• WEP (128/64bit)
Note: WPS and WPA2-PSK (TKIP/AES) are supported under Client mode only.
150 Mbps High Speed Mode
150 Mbps is the link speed when using 2 channel Wireless-N mode. It represents actual wireless
data speeds, including overhead. Because the overhead is not available for user data transfer, usable
wireless throughput will be substantially slower.
Chapter 1 Product Overview
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Package Contents
The following items are included with your AirStation. If any of the items are missing, please contact
your vender.
• WLI-UC-GNM ................................................................................................................................. 1
• WLI-UC-GNM Setup CD ............................................................................................................. 1
• Quick Setup Guide....................................................................................................................... 1
System Requirements
Computer should be IBM/PC compatible (OADG specication) with a USB 2.0 port and a CD-ROM drive. *
* This product does not support computers equipped with dual processors (computers with two
physical CPUs). Computers with Dual core CPU's are supported.
* AirStation does not support Windows Standby mode.
Compatible OS: Windows 7 (32 bit / 64 bit), Vista (32 bit / 64 bit), XP (32 bit)*
* Service Pack 2 or later is required for Windows XP.
Hardware Overview
ACT LED
Flashes when sending or receiving data
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Chapter 2 - Installation
Set up as a Wireless Client (Client Mode)
Follow the instructions below to install the drivers. Do not connect the unit to your computer yet.
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2
Start the computer, then load the WLI-UC-GNM Setup CD into its CD-ROM drive. The screen
below will open.
Note: If the language selection screen doesn’t launch, double click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon >
[Setup.exe] to launch it manually.
Select your language and click [OK].
3Click [Yes] or [Continue].
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5Click [Install].
Note: To install Client Manager V or Client Manager 3,
check the appropriate box.
6Click [Next].
4Click [Begin Installation].
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Chapter 2 Installation
9
10
When this screen is displayed, attach the WLI-
UC-GNM to your computer. The drivers will
install.
Click [OK].
7
8Check [Always trust software from BUFFALO
INC.] and click [Install].
Read the license agreement, select [Agree],
and click [Next].
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11 Click [Finish].
Note: If you checked the box to Install Wireless Client
Manager (page 7), then the installation screen
for Client Manager will be displayed after this
screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to
install Client Manager.
13 Click [OK].
12 After disabling your rewall and anti-virus software, click [OK].
Click [Next].
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Chapter 2 Installation
Click [Client Mode Installation].
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Click [Finish].
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This completes the installation process.
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Set up as a Wireless Router (Router Mode)
Follow the instructions below to install the drivers. Do not connect the unit to your computer yet.
1
2
Start the computer, then load the WLI-UC-GNM Setup CD into its CD-ROM drive. The screen
below will open.
Note: If the language selection screen doesn’t launch, double click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon >
[Setup.exe] to launch it manually.
Select your language and click [OK].
3Click [Yes] or [Continue].
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Chapter 2 Installation
5Click [Install].
Note: To install Client Manager V or Client Manager 3,
check the appropriate box.
6Click [Next].
4Click [Begin Installation].
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9
10
When this screen is displayed, attach the WLI-
UC-GNM to your computer. The drivers will
install.
Click [OK].
7
8Check [Always trust software from BUFFALO
INC.] and click [Install].
Read the license agreement, select [Agree],
and click [Next].
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Chapter 2 Installation
11 Click [Finish].
Note: If you checked the box to Install Wireless Client
Manager (page 7), then the installation screen
for Client Manager will be displayed after this
screen. Follow the instructions on the screen to
install Client Manager.
13 Click [OK].
12 After disabling your rewall and anti-virus software, click [OK].
Click [Next].
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Click [Router Mode Installation].
15
Read the explanation on the screen, and click
[Next].
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17 Select the client adapter that is connected to the Internet from the drop-down list, then click
[OK].
Note : If you will always use this same Internet connection, check ”Use the client adapter constantly with the
adapter connected to the Internet“.
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Chapter 2 Installation
Click [Finish].
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This completes the installation process.
The product will switch from Client Mode to
Router Mode.
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Installing Client Manager
If you didn’t install the Client Manager software with the drivers, you can install it later.
1
2
Start the computer, then load the WLI-UC-GNM Setup CD into the CD-ROM drive. The screen
below will appear.
Note: If the language selection screen doesn’t launch, double click [My Computer] > CD-ROM drive icon >
[Setup.exe] to launch it manually.
Select your language and click [OK].
3Click [Yes] or [Continue].
4Click [Begin Installation].
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Chapter 2 Installation
5Check the box for [Install Wireless Client
Manager], then click [Install].
The wizard will guide you through installation.
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Automatic Secure Setup (AOSS/WPS)
AOSS and WPS are systems which enable you to automatically congure wireless LAN settings. Just
pressing the buttons will connect wireless devices and complete security settings. Use these systems
to connect to computers, game machines, or any wireless devices which support AOSS or WPS.
AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) is technology developed by Bualo Technology.
WPS was created by the Wi-Fi Alliance.
Chapter 3 - Connect to a Wireless Network
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Before using AOSS or WPS, install Client Manager software from the CD. See chapter 2 for
instructions on installing Client Manager software.
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