LG PW-DN427 User manual

PW-DN427
Wireless N USB Adapter
Rev: 2.0.0
1910020432

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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.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized
modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FCC RF 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. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand. SAR
measurements are based on 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is achieved at that
distance.

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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 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 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 Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

CONTENTS
Package Contents....................................................................................................1
Chapter 1 Introduction ..........................................................................................2
1.1 Product Overview ............................................................................................2
1.2 Main Features..................................................................................................2
1.3 LED Status ......................................................................................................2
Chapter 2 Installation Guide .................................................................................3
2.1 Hardware Installation.......................................................................................3
2.2 Software Installation ........................................................................................3
2.2.1 Overview.............................................................................................................3
2.2.2 Installation Guide................................................................................................3
2.3 Uninstall Software............................................................................................8
2.3.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC..........................................................8
2.3.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC.........................................................8
Chapter 3 Configuration........................................................................................9
3.1 Configuration of Utility......................................................................................9
3.1.1 Site Survey........................................................................................................10
3.1.2 Profile................................................................................................................10
3.1.3 Link Information ................................................................................................22
3.1.4 Advanced..........................................................................................................24
3.1.5 About.................................................................................................................25
3.1.6 An example for application ...............................................................................25
3.2 Configure with Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration..............................26
Chapter 4 AP Mode..............................................................................................28
4.1 Config AP ......................................................................................................29
4.2 Advanced ......................................................................................................30
4.3 Access Control List........................................................................................31
4.4 Associate List ................................................................................................33
4.5 About.............................................................................................................34
Chapter 5 Example for Application ....................................................................35
5.1 Configuration of PSP XLink Online game ......................................................35
Appendix A: Glossary.........................................................................................39
Appendix B: Specifications................................................................................41

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Package Contents
The following items should be found in your package:
One PW-DN427 Wireless N USB Adapter
One USB extension cable
Quick Installation Guide
One Resource CD for PW-DN427 Wireless N USB Adapter, including:
•Drivers and Utility
•User Guide
•Other Helpful Information
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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.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Product Overview
Thank you for choosing the PW-DN427 Wireless N USB Adapter.
The adapter is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled wireless performance for your
computer. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet experience, such as
downloading, gaming, video streaming and so on.
The PW-DN427 Wireless N USB Adapter complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g and IEEE
802.11b standards. It can perfectly interoperate with all the 802.11n/g/b devices. The
PW-DN427’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for
maximum throughput.
Additionally, the PW-DN427 adapter has good capability on anti-jamming and supports WEP,
TKIP, AES，WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal
information from being exposed.
The adapter is easy to install and manage. The PW-DN427 supports WPS function, which can
help you create a wireless connection immediately. Quick Setup Wizard is supported and detailed
instructions are provided step by step in this user guide.
Featuring high performance transmission rates, simple installation and adaptability, as well as
strong security, the PW-DN427 Wireless N USB Adapter is the perfect solution for small office
and home needs.
1.2 Main Features
IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Supports USB 2.0 standard
Supports WPA data security, IEEE 802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption, 64/128-bit
WEP encryption
Supports wireless LAN data transfer rate of up to 150Mbps
Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
Eases configuration and provides monitoring information
Supports Windows XP/ Vista/ 7
1.3 LED Status
The LED on the top of this card indicates Link/Act status. It blinks when sending and receiving
data.

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Chapter 2 Installation Guide
2.1 Hardware Installation
1. Connect one end of the USB cable to the Adapter.
2. Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your computer. The Adapter gets
its power from the host and there is no external power supply. The LED should light up when
the Adapter is plugged in and the PC is on.
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Note:
The Adapter can also be plugged into the USB port on your computer directly.
2.2 Software Installation
2.2.1 Overview
The Adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation of the Utility and drivers. Before
you install the software, please connect the USB adapter with your computer by USB cable. After
that, you will be prompted “Found New Hardware Wizard”, click the Cancel button, and run the
Setup Wizard program on the CD-ROM.
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Note:
The Setup steps for Windows XP/ Vista/ 7 are very similar, so the following installation guide
takes Windows XP for example.
2.2.2 Installation Guide
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive, then go to My Computer to double-click
CD-ROM PW-DN427 3.0, and you will see the screen as Figure 2-1. Double-click Setup.exe
to start the installation.

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Figure 2-1 Start the Installation
2. You’ll see the screen as below. You can choose which to be installed and click Next.
Figure 2-2 Setup Type
3. In the following screen, select the configuration tool and click Next.

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Figure 2-3 Setup Type
1) If you want to install the RL52 Wireless N Client Utility, please select the Wireless
Configuration Tool.
2) If you only want to use the Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool to configure the wireless
connection, please select Microsoft Zero Configuration Tool.
4. Choose the destination location and click Next.
Figure 2-4 Choose Destination Location

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5. You will see the next screen as below. Click Install to continue.
Figure 2-5 Ready to Install the Program
6. The following screen for installing will appear.
Figure 2-6 Setup Status
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Note:
While files are copying, a warning box about Windows Logo testing (shown in Figure 2-7) may
pop up, please click Continue Anywayto continue the installation for our drivers have been
tested thoroughly and are able to work with the operating system.