Kanguru Flash Drive Max User manual

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USER’S GUIDE
Copyright 2003, All Rights Reserved.
This manual applies to 1.1.4 or later versions of the KanguruWireless LAN

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Please be aware of the following points before using the KanguruWireless LAN adapter.
Copyright© 2003, Kanguru Solutions. All rights reserved.
DOS®, Windows 95®, Windows 98®, Windows NT®, Windows 2000®, Windows
ME®, and Windows XP®are registered trademarks of Microsoft Inc. Apple®and
Macintosh®are registered trademarks of Apple Computer Inc. IBM and OS/2 are
registered trademarks of the International Business Machines Corporation. All
other brand or product names are trademarks of their respective companies or
organizations.
Kanguru Solutions will not be held responsible for any illegal use of this product
nor any losses incurred while using this product. The user himself is responsible
for the copyright laws, and is fully responsible for any illegal actions taken.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
To obtain service or technical support for your system, please contact Kanguru
Solutions Technical Support Department at 508-376-4245, or visit
www.Kanguru.com for web support.
Kanguru Solutions
1360 Main St., Millis, MA 02054
508.376.4245 • Fax [phone]
www.kanguru.com

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FCC Class B Radio Frequency
Interference Statement
Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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 and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
help.
The user should not modify or change this equipment with written approval from
Kanguru Solutions. Modification could void authority to use this equipment.
Notice 1:
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Notice 2:
To comply with the FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, no change to
the antenna or the device is permitted. Any change to the antenna or the device
could result in the device exceeding the RF exposure requirements and void the
user’s authority to operate the device.

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Welcome .................................................................................................................................................... 5
KanguruWireless LAN Package Contents: ........................................................................................... 5
Features:.................................................................................................................................................... 5
Specifications: ........................................................................................................................................... 6
System Requirements:............................................................................................................................. 6
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Attention Win 98 users:............................................................................................................................ 7
Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 7
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Opening the WLAN Utility Software ......................................................................................................11
Status ........................................................................................................................................................11
Profile ........................................................................................................................................................13
Profile-Advance........................................................................................................................................14
Profile-Encryption ....................................................................................................................................14
Survey .......................................................................................................................................................16
Statistics....................................................................................................................................................16
About .........................................................................................................................................................18
Warranty....................................................................................................................................................18
Tech Support............................................................................................................................................18

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CHAPTER 1 Introduction
Welcome
Thank you for purchasing the KanguruWireless LAN adapter from Kanguru
Solutions. You can now easily connect your PC to your wireless network without
every opening your PC. Unlike other USB WLAN adapters on the market, the
Kanguru Wireless LAN also comes with built in flash storage to transfer files in
this pocket-sized device. You now get two great products in one; the WLAN
adapter, and a USB Flash drive to store your valuable data.
The adapter’s compact design and plug-and play abilities make it ideal for
notebook users. Take the drive wherever you go to store files as well as connect
to a Wireless network. Another great benefit is the fact the adapter draws power
from your USB ports, so there’s no a need for an external power supply.
KanguruWireless LAN Package Contents:
•1 – KanguruWireless LAN adapter.
•1 – Notebook mounting kit.
•1 – USB extension cable.
•1 – Driver CD.
•1 – User registration form.
If any of the above items are missing, please call Kanguru Solutions’ Tech
Support department at: [phone], extension 2 and replacement parts will
be shipped to you ASAP.
Features:
•High speed data transfer rate of up to 11Mbps
•40, 60, and 128-bit WEP encryption to ensure privacy.
•Automatic Rate fallback to adjust to distances.
•One-year Standard Warranty: This device comes complete with a one-
year parts and labor warranty.
•Compatible with Win98/98SE, ME, 2000, XP
•Compliant with 802.11b, DSSS, and 2.4GHz Standards.

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Specifications:
Standards: IEEE 802.11b and USB1.1
Interface: USB1.1
RF Output Power: 16dB, (max)
Modulation: CCK, DQPSK, DBPSK
Network Protocols IPX/SPX, TCP/IP, NetBEUI
RF Data Rate: 11, 5.5, 2, and 1 w/ Auto Detect
LEDs: Link Status
Antenna: Onboard Gain 25dBm
Operating Channels 11 N. America, 13 Europe
Dimensions: 3.9” L x 1.25” W x 0.5” H
Operating Temperature: 5° ~ 55° C
Storage Temperature: -20° ~ 80° C
Relative Humidity: 5% ~ 80%
Weight: 30g
Power: 5V drawn from USB port
Certifications: FCC, CE
Warranty: 1 year limited
System Requirements:
•Pentium Class PC
•Available USB port
•Windows 98/98SE, Me, 2000, or XP
•2MBs of free hard drive space
•CD-Rom drive

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CHAPTER 2 Installation
Attention Win 98 users:
Windows 98 SE users must first install the Flash Driver (Steps 1 to 3 below). All
other users do not need to install the Flash Driver.
1. Plug-in the Kanguru WLAN first and choose Search for the best driver
for your device when the wizard begins, then click Next.
2. Uncheck the box CD-ROM drive and check the box Specify a location.
Choose E:\KanguruWireless LAN\Flash Driver, where E is your CD-
ROM drive letter. Click Next to continue.
3. The wizard will find the location of the driver to be:
E:\KanguruWirelessLAN \FLASHD~5\USTORAGE.INF. Click Next then
Finish to complete the Flash Driver installation.
Overview
Please follow these instructions to ensure a proper configuration of your wireless
connection. Please note there is a WLAN Management Utility used to configure
your connection in Windows 98SE, Me, and 2000. Windows XP uses its built-in
WLAN utility.
1. Insert the installation CD into your CD-ROM drive. The setup program will
start automatically.
2. Click “Next” to go to the next screen.

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3. Select the destination folder to save the program. To install to the default
folder as shown below, click “Next” to go the next screen.
4. During the installation, Driver and Utility files will be copied to your system
directory.
5. Select “No” and then Click “Finish” to complete the installation (you must
to select “Yes” for Windows 98 and Me).

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6. The WLAN Manager Shortcut will appear on your desktop. By clicking on
this icon, you can run the Utility program to configure your connection.
You will also find “WLAN Manager” at Start\Programs\Startup Menu as
shown below.
7. After clicking on the shortcut, an inverse red pyramid-like icon will
appear in the bottom right corner of your screen. Right click the icon and
select Open, and the WLAN Utility will open.

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WLAN Utility Introduction
The KanguruWireless LAN adapter has its own management software. Users
can control all of the functions provided by the application named WLAN Utility.
The Utility icon will appear on the taskbar by double clicking the WLAN Utility
shortcut on your desktop.
Please Note: Three colors are used to describe the status of the connection:
•Green indicates an excellent connection.
•Yellow indicates a poor connection.
•Red indicates a dead connection.
WLAN Utility contains five major functions, each described below:
1. Status: provides the information of the current wireless connection.
2. Profile: allows users to easily configure different settings for each user.
3. Survey: supports the site survey tool to list the active access points that
are within range of your KanguruWireless LAN adapter.
4. Statistics: provides statistical counters of data transmission and reception.
5. About: provides information about the firmware and software, Mac
address, etc.