Keebox W150NU User manual

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Product Overview ..................................................................................................................................................................................1
Package Contents................................................................................................................................................................................1
System Requirements..........................................................................................................................................................................1
Introduction...........................................................................................................................................................................................2
Wireless Tips........................................................................................................................................................................................3
Features...............................................................................................................................................................................................5
Hardware Overview..............................................................................................................................................................................6
Installation Procedure ...........................................................................................................................................................................7
System Preparation..............................................................................................................................................................................7
Removing Existing Wireless Adapter Installation .............................................................................................................................7
Disabling Other Wireless Adapters...................................................................................................................................................8
Installing the Wireless Adapter...........................................................................................................................................................11
Adapter Configuration ........................................................................................................................................................................16
KEEBOX 150N Wireless Utility.......................................................................................................................................................16
Available Network...........................................................................................................................................................................17
Profile Management........................................................................................................................................................................18
Creating a Wireless Profile..........................................................................................................................................................19
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile..............................................................................................................................20
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- Open \ WEP........................................................................................................21
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- Shared \ WEP.....................................................................................................22
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- WPA-PSK \ TKIP.................................................................................................23
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- WPA-PSK \ AES .................................................................................................24
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- WPA2-PSK \ TKIP...............................................................................................25
Creating a Basic Security Wireless Profile- WPA2-PSK \ AES ...............................................................................................26
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile.....................................................................................................................27
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-Open Authentication...................................................................................29
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-Shared Authentication.................................................................................30
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-WPA-EAP (Enterprise) Authentication........................................................31
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-WPA-PSK (Personal) Authentication..........................................................33
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-WPA2-EAP (Enterprise) Authentication......................................................34
Creating an Advanced Security Wireless Profile-WPA2-PSK (Personal) Authentication........................................................36
Enabling and Configuring 802.1x Parameter for a Wireless Profile.........................................................................................37
Configuring 802.1x Validate Server Certificate Settings..........................................................................................................38
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Editing a Wireless Profile............................................................................................................................................................39
WPS Push Button Configuration (PBC) ......................................................................................................................................40
WPS PIN Code ...........................................................................................................................................................................42
About ..............................................................................................................................................................................................43
Technical Specifications.....................................................................................................................................................................44

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Product Overview
Product Overview
Package Contents
W150NU
CD-ROM with Utility & Driver
Multi-Language Quick Installation Guide
System Requirements
Computer
CD-ROM Drive
Available USB 2.0 port
Windows 2000 (Service Pack 4), Windows XP (Service Pack 2), Windows Vista, or Windows 7

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Introduction
•A convenient method for connecting a PC or notebook to a wireless network.
•High speed wireless n adapter in an ultra compact housing
•Plug into any USB port on a laptop or desktop computer to upgrade to wireless n connectivity
•Surf the Web, stream music, play online games, and make Internet calls
•Features Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): For initial wireless connection, press the WPS button on your wireless n router then
press the WPS button on the adapter and they exchange encryption keys and connect automatically
•Works with Window 7 (32/64bit), Vista (32/64bit), and XP (32/64bit)

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Wireless Tips
The following are some general wireless tips to help minimize the impact of interference within an environment.
Assign your network a unique SSID. Do not use anything that would be identifying like “Smith Family Network”. Choose something
that you would easily identify when searching for available wireless networks.
Do not turn off the SSID broadcast. The SSID broadcast is intended to be on and turning it off can cause connectivity issues. The
preferred method of securing a wireless network is to choose a strong form of encryption with a strong and varied encryption key.
Note: after setting up the SSID, encryption type and encryption key/passphrase, please make a note of them for future reference.
You will need this information to connect your wireless computers to the wireless router/access point.
Change the channel. Most wireless access points and routers are defaulted to channel 6. If you have a site survey tool that will
display the channels you can plan your channel selection around neighboring access points to minimize interference from them. If
your site survey tool does not display the channel try using channels 1 or 11.
If using 802.11n you should be securing the network with WPA2 security.
Note: Due to Wi-Fi certification considerations if you choose WEP, WPA or WPA2-TKIP encryption this device may operate in
legacy wireless mode (802.11b/g). You may not get 802.11n performance as these forms of encryption are not supported by the
802.11n specification.
Please also make sure that the wireless hardware is not placed in any type of shelving or enclosures.
Avoid stacking hardware on top of each other to prevent overheating issues. Maintain enough free space around the hardware for
good ventilation and airflow. There should also be plenty of free space around the antennas to allow the wireless signal to propagate.
There are a number of other environmental factors that can impact the range of wireless devices.
1. Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather than at an angle. The more material the
signal has to pass through the more signal you will lose.
2. Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the range of a wireless device. Position the
wireless devices in a manner that will minimize the amount of obstructions between them.

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3. Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor environment, try to position the wireless
devices so that the signal passes through less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood,
glass or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.
4. Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the wireless adapter’s site survey tool to
determine the best antenna orientation for your wireless devices.
5. Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact your signal. Position your wireless devices
away from anything that generates RF noise, such as microwaves, HAM radios, Walkie-Talkies and baby monitors.
6. Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other
wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal. Although the phone may
not be in use, the base can still transmit wireless signal. Move the phone’s base station as far away as possible from your
wireless devices.
If you are still experiencing low or no signal consider repositioning the wireless devices or installing additional access points. The
use of higher gain antennas may also provide the necessary coverage depending on the environment.

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Features
Features
•Based on IEEE 802.11n (draft 2.0) technology
•Backward compatible with IEEE 802.11b/g standards
•Supports Ad-Hoc (Peer-to-Peer b/g only) or Infrastructure (AP-Client) mode
•Maximum reliability, throughput, and connectivity with Automatic Data Rate Switching
•Seamless roaming among 802.11b/g/n networks
•Supports 64/128-bit WEP, WPA/WPA2-RADIUS, and WPA /WPA2-PSK
•One-step network connection with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button
•Easy user setup
•Coverage of up to 100 meters (330 ft.) indoor and 300 (980 ft.) meters outdoor * dependingontheenvironment
•1-year limited warranty

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Product Overview
WPS Button
Press the WPS button to
automatically establish a
connection to an access
point or wireless router that
has WPS-enabled. Refer to
WPS Push Button
Confi
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(
PBC
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40 for
Activity LED
This LED flashes when
there is network activit
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Hardware Overview
USB Connection
Take of the adapter’s lid
and connect the USB
connection to an available
USB port on your computer.
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Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure
System Preparation
Ensure that you carry out the following on your computer before installing the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter:
Remove existing wireless adapter installations
Disable any wireless adapters that are built-in to your computer
Ensure that you have the correct wireless settings, such as the SSID and security settings, for the wireless network that you want
to connect to.
Removing Existing Wireless Adapter Installation
If you currently have a wireless adapter installed in your computer, ensure you uninstall the wireless adapter software before
installing the software for the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter as this may cause a conflict with the new software. If you want to use
multiple wireless adapters on your computer at different times, configure the utilities so that they do not load when the computer
boots up. If you are running Windows XP or a later Windows version, the built-in wireless utility can be used to manage all adapters.
To remove the existing wireless utility on a PC running Windows XP/Vista/7:
Click Start > Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs
Select the wireless utility that you want to remove.
Click the Remove button and follow the steps in the wizard to remove the utility.
To remove the existing wireless utility on a PC running Windows 2000:
Click Start > Settings >Control Panel > Add or Remove Programs
Select the wireless utility that you want to remove.
Click the Remove button and follow the steps in the wizard to remove the utility.
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Disabling Other Wireless Adapters
A built-in wireless adapter is included in most new laptops. In order to prevent any potential conflicts, it is recommended to disable
the built-in wireless adapter before installing the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter.
Carry out the following to disable a network adapter:
1. On your computer’s desktop, right-click the My Computer icon and select Properties.
2. Click the Hardware tab and then click the Device Manager button.
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3. In the Device Manager window, scroll down the list and click the +icon
next to Network Adapters.
4. Right-click the adapter that you would like to disable and select the
Disable option.
5. Click the Yes button to confirm that you want to disable the adapter.
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6. The adapter’s icon will now be crossed out with a red X, which indicates
that the adapter is disabled. If you would like to re-enable the adapter in
the future, right-click it and select the Enable option.
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Installing the Wireless Adapter
Carry out the following to install the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter:
Caution: Ensure that you install the driver software on the included CD before connecting the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter
to your computer.
1. Insert the included CD-ROM into your computer and click Install Driver & Utility.
2. The InstallShield Wizard will appear. Click the Next button to proceed to the next
window.
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3. Specify the location that you want to install the utility files in. By default, the utility
application files are installed in the C:\Program Files\KEEBOX\150N Wireless
Utility folder. If you want to install the files in a different location, click the Browse
button. When you have selected the utility installation location, click Next to contin
to the next wizard window. ue
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4. Specify the program folder that you want the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter Utility ico
to be installed in. By default, the wizard creates a program folder called
KEEBOX\150N Wireless Utility. If you would like to create a different folder name,
enter the name of the new folder in the Program Folder field. To use an existing
folder, select the folder in the Existing Folders section. When you have specified
the Program Folder settings, click Next to continue to the next wizard window.
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5. The following window appears while the installation is being carried out:
6. Click Finish to complete the installation.
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7. Insert the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter into an available
USB port on your computer.
8. The Found New Hardware icon will display in the Windows Taskbar. The Found New Hardware Wizard will automatically
install the driver for the Wireless N 150 USB adapter.
9. After the driver has been installed, the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter icon
will appear in the right corner of the Windows Taskbar.
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10. Right-click the Wireless N 150 USB Adapter icon and select the Available Networks
option.
11. This will open the KEEBOX 150 N Wireless Utility, as shown below.
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Adapter Configuration
Adapter Configuration
KEEBOX 150N Wireless UtilityKEEBOX 150N Wireless Utility
The user can use the KEEBOX 150N Wireless Utility to manage the KEEBOX Wireless 150N USB Adapter. The utility provides a
user friendly method for configuring the wireless adapter’s settings.
The user can use the KEEBOX 150N Wireless Utility to manage the KEEBOX Wireless 150N USB Adapter. The utility provides a
user friendly method for configuring the wireless adapter’s settings.
Menu Navigation Tabs
Configuration Area
Current Wireless
Connection Summary
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Available Network
The Available Network window is used to display all the available wireless networks that are located in your area. You can also use
this window to connect to one of the available wireless networks.
Network Name
(SSID):
This field displays the Service Set Identifier
(SSID) of the wireless network. An SSID is
used to assign a name to the wireless
network.
MAC (BSSID): This field displays the Basic Service Set
Identifier (BSSID) of the wireless device. The
BSSID is usually the MAC address of the
wireless device.
Signal: This field displays the strength of the wireless
connection.
Security: This field displays the security method that
has been implemented on the wireless
network. If a wireless network has no security
enabled, this field will display Disable.
Channel:
This field displays the channel that the wireless network is using.
Connect
Button: Use this button to connect to a wireless network. To connect to a wireless network:
1. Click the Network Name (SSID) of the wireless LAN that you want to.
2. Click the Connect button.
3. If choosing a secure wireless network, a pop-up window will appear.
4. Enter the required security information to connect to the wireless network.
Refresh Button: Click this button to refresh the list of wireless networks.
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