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NI-707522 Wireless 300N USB Adapter
MANUAL NI-707522
Rev: 1.0.0
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NI-707522 Wireless 300N USB Adapter

NI-707522 Wireless 300N USB Adapter
FCC STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV technician for help.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This device has been tested for compliance with FCC RF Exposure (SAR) limits in the typical
laptop computer configuration and this device can be used in desktop or laptop computers with
side mounted PCMCIA slots. This device cannot be used with handheld PDAs (personal digital
assistants). This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.

NI-707522 Wireless 300N USB Adapter
CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference,
in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
National restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries
following the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned
below:
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use and
public service
France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Luxembourg None General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway Implemented This subsection does not apply for the geographical area
within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

NI-707522 Wireless N USB Adapter
CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1. Introduction ........................................................................................ 2
1.1 Overview of the product...................................................................................................... 2
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................. 2
1.3 LED Status ......................................................................................................................... 3
Chapter 2. Installation Guide ............................................................................... 4
2.1 Hardware Installation.......................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Software Installation ........................................................................................................... 4
2.2.1 Overview ..................................................................................................................... 4
2.2.2 Software Installation for Windows XP.......................................................................... 4
2.2.3 For Windows Vista ...................................................................................................... 9
Chapter 3. Configuration Guide......................................................................... 13
3.1 For Windows XP............................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 Current Status ........................................................................................................... 13
3.1.2 Profile Management .................................................................................................. 15
3.1.3 Diagnostics................................................................................................................ 23
3.2 For Windows Vista............................................................................................................ 25
Chapter 4. WPS configuration ........................................................................... 28
4.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method ........................................................................ 28
4.2 PIN method ...................................................................................................................... 31
4.2.1 Enter a PIN into your AP device................................................................................ 31
4.2.2 Enter the PIN from your AP device............................................................................ 32
Chapter 5. Example for Application .................................................................. 34
5.1 Configuration of PSP XLink Online game......................................................................... 34
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................... 38
Appendix B: Glossary............................................................................................ 39

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Package Contents
The following contents should be found in your box:
¾Wireless 300N USB adapter
¾USB Extension cable
¾Manual
¾CD with drivers and full manual:
)Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact with your distributor.
Conventions:
The ‘Adapter’ mentioned in this user guide stands for NI-707522 Wireless USB Adapter 300N
without any explanations.

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Chapter 1.Introduction
Thank you for choosing the NI-707522 Wireless USB Adapter 300N.
1.1 Overview of the product
The adapter is a 802.11n client device; it is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled
wireless performance for your notebook and PC. With a faster wireless connection, you can get
a better Internet experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming and so on.
With the 802.11n technology, higher throughput improvements using MIMO (multiple input,
multiple output antennas), the NI-707522’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer
rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming, it can also
interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g) products. The adapter supports WEP, WPA and
WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being
exposed.
The Quick Setup Wizard guides you step-by-step through the installation process; the ICIDU
NI-707522 Wireless N Client Utility helps you create a wireless connection immediately.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the NI-707522 is the
best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity.
1.2 Features
¾Complies with IEEE802.11n (), IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11b standards
¾Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption,
WEP encryption
¾Supports high rate of up to 300Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically
adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
¾Provides USB interface
¾Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
¾Good capability on anti-jamming
¾Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
¾Ease to configure and provides monitoring information
¾Supports Windows 2000, XP, vista, Windows 7.
¾Built-in two internal antennas which are listed in a format of 2x2 for two receivers and two
transmitters.

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1.3 LED Status
LED Indications Status Working Status
Status Green
Flashing Alternately The adapter is trying to scan a networking
connection.
Activity Green
Status Green
Intermittently The adapter is already connected but is not
transmitting or receiving data.
Activity Green
Status Green
Flashing The adapter is transmitting or receiving data.
Activity Green

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Chapter 2.Installation Guide
2.1 Hardware Installation
There are two ways to install the Adapter:
1. Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.
2. Connect the Adapter and your computer through the USB cable attached in package.
The LED will light up when the Adapter is installed successfully and the PC is on.
2.2 Software Installation
2.2.1 Overview
The Adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the Installation procedure for Windows XP.
The Setup Wizard will install the ICIDU Wireless N Client Utility (ICIDU AWCU) and drivers.
When you install the hardware prior to before installing the software, the system will prompt
“Found New Hardware Wizard”, click Cancel, and run the Setup Wizard program on the
CD-ROM.
The Setup steps for Windows 2000 and XP are similar with each other. This user guide takes
Windows XP for example.
2.2.2 Software Installation for Windows XP
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive, double-click My Computer, and then
double-click the CD/DVD drive where the installation CD was placed. Open
NI-707522\Drivers folder, double-click Setup.exe to load the following screen.

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Figure 2-1
2. Soon, Figure 2-2 will display after a moment. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-2
3. After that, you should choose a Setup type. It is recommended that you select Install
Client Utilities and Driver. Select Install Driver Only to install driver only, select Make
Driver Installation Diskette(s) to make the diskette(s) as the installation driver (shown
in Figure 2-3). Click Next to continue.

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Figure 2-3
4. Click Browse to change the destination location for the software, then click Next in the
screen below (shown in Figure 2-4).
Figure 2-4
5. After that, select the program folder, you should create a new folder name or select one
from the Existing Folders list. It is recommended that you keep the default setting. Click
Next to continue the installation.

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Figure 2-5
6. Choose configuration tool, if you are not sure, please leave it default. Then click Next to
continue.
Figure 2-6
7. Click OK to continue the Installation on the screen below.

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Figure 2-7
8. Wait a while for the setup as shown in Figure 2-8.
Figure 2-8
)Note:
For Windows XP, the Setup Wizard will notify you of how to proceed with the installation during
these steps (shown in Figure 2-9). Our drivers have been tested thoroughly, and are able to work
with the operating system. Click Continue Anyway to continue the Installation.

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Figure 2-9
9. After all the steps above, you will see the screen below, click Finish to reboot the system.
Figure 2-10
2.2.3 For Windows Vista
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. To continue, double-click My Computer,
and then double-click the CD/DVD drive where the installation CD was placed. Open
Drivers, and double-click Setup.exe. Then you will see Figure 2-11.

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Figure 2-11
2. Soon, Figure 2-12 will display after a moment. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-12
3. Wait a while for the setup as shown in Figure 2-13.

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Figure 2-13
)Note:
For Windows Vista, the Setup Wizard will notify you about the Windows Security with the
installation during these steps (shown in Figure 2-14). Our drivers have been tested thoroughly,
and are able to work with the operating system. Click Installation this driver software anyway
to continue the Installation.
Figure 2-14
4. Then you will see Figure 2-15. Click Finish to complete.

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Figure 2-15

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Chapter 3.Configuration Guide
3.1 For Windows XP
NI-707522 can be configured by ICIDU Wireless N Client Utility in Windows XP & 2000. This
chapter describes how to configure your Adapter for wireless connectivity on your Wireless
Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the data security encryption features.
The configuration of the adapter in Windows XP is similar with that of Windows 2000. This User
Guide takes Windows XP for example.
After Installing the Adapter, the Adapter’s tray icon will appear in your system tray. It
appears at the bottom of the screen, and shows the signal strength using color and the received
signal strength indication (RSSI).
If the icon is gray, there is no connection.
If the icon is red, there is poor signal strength and the RSSI is less than 5dB.
If the icon is yellow, there is poor signal strength and the RSSI is between 5dB and 10dB.
If the icon is green, there is good signal strength and the RSSI is between 10dB and 20dB.
If the icon is green, there is excellent signal strength and the RSSI is more than 20dB.
Double-click the icon and the ICIDU AWCU will run. You can also run the utility by clicking the
Start→All Program→Wireless→ICIDU NI-707522 Wireless N Client Utility→ICIDU NI-707522
Wireless N Client Utility. The ICIDU AWCU provides some integrated and easy tools to:
¾Display current status information
¾Edit and add configuration profiles
¾Display current diagnostics information
The section below introduces these above capabilities.
3.1.1 Current Status
The Current Status tab contains general information about the program and its operations. The
Current Status tab needn’t any configurations.

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Figure 3-1
The following table describes the items found on the Current Status screen.
¾Profile Name - This shows the name of current selected configuration profile. The
configuration of Profile name will be described on the General tab of Profile Management.
¾Link Status - This shows whether the station is associated to the wireless network.
¾Wireless Mode - Here displays the wireless mode.
¾Network Type - The type of network and the station currently connected are shown here.
The options include:
•Infrastructure (access point)
•Ad Hoc
)Note:
You can configure the network type and wireless mode on the Advanced tab of Profile
Management.
¾IP Address - This displays the computer’s IP address.
¾Control Channel - This shows the currently connected channel.
¾Data Encryption - Here displays the encryption type the driver is using. You can configure
it on the Security tab of Profile Management.
¾Server Based Authentication - This shows whether the server based authentication is
used.
¾Signal Strength - This shows the strength of the signal.
Click Advanced on the screen above, you can see advanced information about the program
and its operations.

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3.1.2 Profile Management
Click the Profile Management tab of the ICIDU AWCU and the next screen will appear (shown
in Figure 3-2). The Profile Management screen provides tools to:
¾Add a new profile
¾Modify a profile
¾Remove a profile
¾Activate a Profile
¾Import a Profile
¾Export a Profile
¾Scan Available Networks
¾Order profiles
Figure 3-2
3.1.2.1. Add or Modify a Configuration Profile
To add a new configuration profile, click New on the Profile Management tab. To modify a
configuration profile, select the configuration profile from the Profile list and click Modify. Then
you will see the Management dialog box (shown in Figure 3-3).
1. Edit the General tab
¾Profile Name - Please enter the Profile name which identifies the configuration profile. This
name must be unique. Note that the profile names are not case-sensitive.