Encore ENUWI-G2 User manual

ENUWI-G2
802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
User’s Guide
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Federal Communication Commission Interference 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 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End
users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain
compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as
documented in this manual.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot, and product could be used
in typical laptop computer with USB slot. Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been
verified and may not compliance with related RF exposure rule and such use shall be prohibited.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test
methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the
R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:
EN 60 950-1: 2001 +A11: 2004

Safety of Information Technology Equipment
EN 50392: (2004-01)
Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of electronic and electrical apparatus with the basic restrictions
related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (0 Hz - 300 GHz)
EN 300 328 V1.7.1: (2006-10)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband Transmission systems; Data
transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques;
Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive
EN 301 489-1 V1.6.1: (2005-09)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio Spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements
EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002-08)
Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2,4 GHz wideband transmission
systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states
and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies.
In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain
authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to
telecommunications and/or network services.
This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF output power
may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information the
end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.
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Česky
[Czech]
Encore Electronics, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter je ve
shoděse základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk
[Danish]
Undertegnede Encore Electronics, Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr 802.11g Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch
[German]
Hiermit erklärt Encore Electronics, Inc., dass sich das Gerät 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen
Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti
[Estonian]
Käesolevaga kinnitab Encore Electronics, Inc. seadme 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele

asjakohastele sätetele.
English Hereby, Encore Electronics, Inc., declares that this 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is in
compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive
1999/5/EC.
Español
[Spanish]
Por medio de la presente Encore Electronics, Inc. declara que el 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o
exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική
[Greek]
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Encore Electronics, Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ802.11g Wireless USB 2.0
AdapterΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ
ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français
[French]
Par la présente Encore Electronics, Inc. déclare que l'appareil 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la
directive 1999/5/CE.
Italiano
[Italian]
Con la presente Encore Electronics, Inc. dichiara che questo 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva
1999/5/CE.
Latviski
[Latvian]
Ar šo Encore Electronics, Inc. deklarē, ka 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter atbilst Direktīvas
1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių
[Lithuanian]
Šiuo Encore Electronics, Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter atitinka
esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Hierbij verklaart Encore Electronics, Inc. dat het toestel 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn
1999/5/EG.
Malti
[Maltese]
Hawnhekk, Encore Electronics, Inc., jiddikjara li dan 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva
1999/5/EC.
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Alulírott, Encore Electronics, Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski
[Polish]
Niniejszym Encore Electronics, Inc. oświadcza, że 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter jest
zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy
1999/5/EC.
Português
[Portuguese]
Encore Electronics, Inc. declara que este 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter está conforme com
os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
Encore Electronics, Inc. izjavlja, da je ta 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter v skladu z
bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky
[Slovak]
Encore Electronics, Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter spĺňa základné
požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi
[Finnish]
Encore Electronics, Inc. vakuuttaa täten että 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter tyyppinen laite
on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen
mukainen.
Svenska
[Swedish]
Härmed intygar Encore Electronics, Inc. att denna 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter står I
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som
framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................................................ 3
Overview of this User’s Guide................................................................. 3
Unpacking and Setup.................................................................................. 4
Unpacking ................................................................................................ 4
Setup......................................................................................................... 4
Hardware Installation ................................................................................. 7
LED Indicator........................................................................................... 7
Check the installation ............................................................................... 7
Software Installation................................................................................... 8
Windows Vista Installation ...................................................................... 8
Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Installation.............................................. 10
Software Configuration ............................................................................ 13
Windows Vista Wireless setting............................................................. 13
Link Info............................................................................................... 13
Configuration ....................................................................................... 14
Site Survey ........................................................................................... 15
Profile................................................................................................... 16
About.................................................................................................... 17
Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Wireless setting...................................... 17
Link Info............................................................................................... 18
Configuration ....................................................................................... 18
Advanced.............................................................................................. 20
Site Survey ........................................................................................... 23
About.................................................................................................... 24
Technical Specifications........................................................................... 25
Wireless FAQ ........................................................................................... 26
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of ENCORE 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
This manual helps to get familiar with the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. This
manual contains detailed instructions in operation of this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
With a Wireless LAN (IEEE 802.11g) USB 2.0 Adapter, a desktop or laptop
computer can communicate with another computer in a wireless way. Easy-to-use
utilities are bundled with Wireless USB Adapter for configuration, monitoring, and
diagnosis purposes.
The 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter can wirelessly transmit and receive data,
minimizing the need for wired connections, at a speed of up to fifty-four megabit
per second.
The 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter provides users with an access to real-time
information anywhere in their organization. The mobility provides productivity and
service, which are not available under wired networks. The 802.11g Wireless USB
2.0 Adapter configuration is easy to change from peer-to-peer networks, suitable
for a small number of users, to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users
that allow roaming around a broad area.
Overview of this User’s Guide
Introduction: Describe ENCORE 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and its
features.
Unpacking and Setup: Help you get started with the basic installation of the
802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
Hardware Installation: Describe the LED indicators of the Adapter.
Software Installation: Tell you how to setup the driver and the utility setting.
Technical Specifications: List the technical specifications of the 802.11g Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter.
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UNPACKING AND SETUP
This chapter provides unpacking and setup information for ENCORE 802.11g
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
Unpacking
Open the box of the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and carefully unpack it.
The box should contain the following items:
One 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
One Driver & Utility CD-ROM
If any item is found missing or damaged, please contact your local reseller for
replacement.
Setup
The setup of the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter can be performed using the
following steps:
Visually inspect the USB connector and make sure that it is fully plugged in to
the system’s USB port.
Make sure that there is a well environment that there is no much intrusion to
have a better connection.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION
LED Indicator
LINK
The LINK LED lights green when the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is
connected to a network successfully. Otherwise the LINK indicator blinks green
while the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is access the wireless network.
Check the installation
The LED of the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is clearly visible and the status
of the network link can be seen instantly:
1. When connected to the USB port and the driver were installed, the LNK LED
will start blinking, and it means that the device is starting to scan an 802.11g
wireless device near the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
2. While the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter linked up to the Access Point or to
other Wireless LAN station, the LINK LED will always light up.
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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
This section will lead you to install the driver and utility of the 802.11g Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter.
Before insert the USB Dongle into USB port of your computer, please install the
Utility Program first. Make sure that the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is
NOT inserted into the USB slot.
Windows Vista Installation
Insert the 802.11g Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter Driver & Utility CD-ROM and
the Auto-run program will appear. Alternatively, open a file browser and double
click on the autorun.exe file located in the CD directory. In some specific setting on
Windows system, you may need to proceed the software manually, go to your
Windows Start menu and choose Run, type “D:\Utility\Vista\Setup.exe” in the
dialog box and click OK.
Note: (D:\ will depends on where the CD-ROM drive is located and <Windows
OS> will depend on the Windows Operating System you are using).
If you need to install the driver manually, refer each Windows OS to the following
CD-Rom directory path: D:\Driver\<Windows OS>.
Note: (D:\ will depends on where the CD-ROM drive is located and <Windows
OS> will depend on the Windows OS you are using).

1. Click the “Wizard” to setup easily or click “Next” to continue software
installation.
2. Click “Install Software (Utility)” to install the driver and software. Select
“Vista” and the install wizard will begin installing the software. Follow the
install wizard instructions to complete the installation.

3. The Install Shield Wizard screen will appear. Click “Next” to continue.
4. Click “Finish” to finish the installation.
Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Installation
Insert the 802.11g Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter Driver & Utility CD-ROM and
the Auto-run program will appear. Alternatively, open a file browser and double
click on the autorun.exe file located in the CD directory. In some specific setting on
Windows system, you may need to proceed the software manually, go to your
Windows Start menu and choose Run, type “D:\Utility\XP_2K_ME_98\Setup.exe”
in the dialog box and click OK.
Note: (D:\ will depends on where the CD-ROM drive is located and <Windows
OS> will depend on the Windows Operating System you are using).

If you need to install the driver manually, refer each Windows OS to the following
CD-Rom directory path: D:\Driver\<Windows OS>.
Note: (D:\ will depends on where the CD-ROM drive is located and <Windows
OS> will depend on the Windows OS you are using).
1. Click the “Wizard” to setup easily or click “Next” to continue software
installation.
2. Click “Install Software (Utility)” to install the driver and software. Select
“XP/2000/ME/98” and the install wizard will begin installing the software.
Follow the install wizard instructions to complete the installation.

3. The Install Shield Wizard screen will appear. Click “Next” to continue.
4. Click “Finish” to finish the installation.
5. Plug-in your 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into your computer’s USB port.
6. You will see the icon on the Windows task bar when you finish the utility
installation and plugged the 802.11g Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.
When the icon in the toolbar represents in green color, it is properly connected
to the network and shown the linking quality.

SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION
Windows Vista Wireless setting
The user can configure the wireless setting using the Wireless Adapter
Configuration Utility. Double-click the utility icon that appears in the system
tray.
Link Info
This is the default screen after launching the Utility program.
Status: Shows the associated BSSID, which can be used to identify the wireless
access point.
SSID: Shows the current SSID, which must be the same on the wireless client and
AP in order for communication to be established.
Wireless Mode: Shows the current wireless mode used for wireless
communication.
Encryption: Hoes the current encryption mode used on the wireless network.
TX Rate: Shows the current data rate used for transmitting.
Channel: Shows the current channel for communication.
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Signal Strength of Percentage: Shows the wireless signal strength of the
connection between the Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter with the Access Point.
TX/RX: Shows the statistics of data transfer, and the calculation is based on the
number of packets transmitted and received. It also shows the link quality of the
Wireless LAN USB 2.0 Adapter with the Access Point when operation under
Infrastructure mode.
Configuration
This screen is where you set the basic wireless settings for the Wireless LAN
USB 2.0 Adapter.
Profile Name: The default name is the same as the SSID of the platform which
you connected and you can change the name you favor ( the key length is limited
1~32 bits).
SSID: Service Set Identifier, which is a unique name shared among all client in a
wireless network. The SSID must be identical for client in the wireless network.
Wireless Mode: There are two modes available for selection
zInfrastructure –to establish wireless communication with the LAN and other
wireless client through the use of Access Points.
zAd-Hoc – to establish point- to-point wireless communication directly with
other wireless client device.

Authentication: The following options are available: Open System, Shared key,
WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, WPA EAP-TLS and WPA2 EPA-TLS.
Select Open System, Shared Key for WEP data encryption feature.
Open System and Shared Key require the users to set a WEP key to exchange
data with other wireless clients that have the same WEP key.
The following will only be activated when Open, Shared Key is enabled:
Default Key: select one of the 4 keys to use.
Network Key: choose the encryption way, either in HEX or ASCII formats,
and enter the password in the blank space.
Key Length: select 64 or 128 bits as the length of the keys.
Key Format: HEX or ASCII
WPA-PSK/ WPA2-PSK:.This Passphrase must be the same on each computer
that is connected to the wireless network.
WPA/ WPA2: Please click the “Certificate” button. Then, please select the
certificate that user wants to use
Encryption: Select the encryption type for TKIP or AES encryption type.
Site Survey
This screen allows the user to scan for available wireless networks (wireless
clients and Access Points). It also allows the user to establish wireless
communications with an available wireless network.

Available Network – displays the wireless networks (wireless clients and Access
Points) that are within range.
Select any one of the wireless networks by double-clicking on it or clicking on
the “Connect” button.
Click the “Refresh” button to scan for available networks.
Profile
Profile- The user can create and manage the created profiles for home, work or
public areas. By double-clicking on one of the created profile, the setting will
adjust to the specific setting such as SSID, channel, and encryption as saved by
that particular profile.
Add: Adds a profile. The following screen will appear. The user can enter the
necessary information required for accessing Access Points or Wireless Router.
Remove: Deletes the selected profile
Edit: To view and change its settings of the profile.
Connect: The current connected profile information

About
This screen displays information about the 54Mbps IEEE 802.11g Wireless LAN
Adapter, such as the Driver and Utility version. When a new version of the
utility becomes available for upgrade, users will be able to identify by version
numbers.
Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP Wireless setting
Windows® XP users may use the built-in wireless utility as default. The following
instructions are for Service Pack 2 users. If you are using Windows® 2000/98/ME,
you must use the Wireless Utility.
With the Wireless utility, users can configure all the functions provided by the
Wireless LAN Adapter Utility. Double-click the utility icon that appears in the
system tray.

The Wireless LAN Adapter Utility includes six tabs: Link Info, Configuration,
Advanced, Site Survey and About.
Link Info
The Link Info screen shows you the status of the Wireless Adapter, it shows that
where the device is connected to, the connect Status, the connecting Speed, the
network Type, the Encryption type, the SSID and the Signal Strength.
Configuration
This is the page where you can change the basic settings of the 802.11g Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter with the minimum amount of effort to implement a secure
wireless network environment.