Multitech RouteFinder RF802USB User manual

USB 11Mbps Wireless Network Adapter
Model RF802USB
User Guide

User Guide
Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. USB 11 MBPS Wireless Network Adapter
Model RF802USB
PN S0000230 Revision A
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A 10/01/01 Initial Release.
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This Product is covered by one or more of the following U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,151,333;
5,757,801; 5,682,386. Other patents pending.
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Contents
CHAPTER 1 - INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................5
YOUR RF802USB PACKAGE ...............................................................................................................................5
WIRELESS NETWORK BASICS...............................................................................................................................5
SAFETY ................................................................................................................................................................6
ACHIEVING OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE ..................................................................................................................6
LED INDICATORS ................................................................................................................................................7
FOUR WAYS TO USE THE WIRELESS LAN ADAPTER ...........................................................................................7
CHAPTER 2 - INSTALLATION OF THE RF802USB..................................................................................12
INSTALLATION OVERVIEW .................................................................................................................................12
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION FOR WINDOWS 98/ME/2000 ....................................................................................12
CONNECTING THE RF802USB TO YOUR PC OR LAPTOP ...................................................................................13
SETTING NETWORK PROPERTIES IN WINDOWS 98/ME.......................................................................................13
SETTING NETWORK PROPERTIES IN WINDOWS 2000..........................................................................................14
CHAPTER 3 - CONFIGURATION UTILITY................................................................................................16
STATUS TAB.......................................................................................................................................................17
CONFIGURATION TAB ........................................................................................................................................18
ENCRYPTION TAB ..............................................................................................................................................20
ABOUT TAB .......................................................................................................................................................22
CHAPTER 4 - TROUBLESHOOTING ...........................................................................................................24
VERIFYING DRIVER INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................24
CHECKING THE WIRELESS ADAPTER CONFIGURATION ......................................................................................27
CHAPTER 5 - NETWORKING BASICS ........................................................................................................30
COMPUTER IDENTIFICATION ..............................................................................................................................30
SHARING FILES ..................................................................................................................................................32
SETTING SHARING LEVELS OF ACCESS ..............................................................................................................34
TYPES OF ACCESS ..............................................................................................................................................34
SHARING PRINTERS............................................................................................................................................35
SELECTING A SHARED PRINTER .........................................................................................................................36
HOW TO INSTALL TCP/IP ..................................................................................................................................39
CONFIGURING A DYNAMIC IP ADDRESS ............................................................................................................42
CONFIGURING A STATIC IP ADDRESS ................................................................................................................45
CHECKING TCP/IP ADDRESS OF THE WIRELESS ADAPTER ................................................................................47
CHECKING THE CONNECTION BY PINGING .........................................................................................................48
APPENDIX A - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS OF THE RF802USB....................................................50
APPENDIX B - UNINSTALL RF802USB SOFTWARE................................................................................52
UNINSTALL RF802USB IN WINDOWS 98...........................................................................................................52
UNINSTALL RF802USB IN WINDOWS ME.........................................................................................................52
UNINSTALL RF802USB IN WINDOWS 2000.......................................................................................................53
APPENDIX C - MULTI-TECH SYSTEMS, INC. WARRANTY & REPAIRS POLICIES.......................54
APPENDIX D – REGULATORY INFORMATION.......................................................................................56
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE STATEMENT.............................................................56
R&TTE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ...................................................................................................................56
INDEX .................................................................................................................................................................57

Chapter 1 - Introduction
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Chapter 1
Introduction

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Chapter 1 - Introduction
The Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. USB 11Mbps Wireless Network Adapter provides an
ideal way to “connect” your PC or laptop computers to a wireless network or to
“connect” as part of a wired network with a wireless network segment. With the
wireless adapter, you will have the ability to share information and resources, such
as files and printers, and take full advantage of a “connected” environment for work
and play!
The Multi-Tech Systems, Inc. product adheres to all industry standards and brings
compatible high speed wireless connectivity for use in your home or business.
This User Guide provides an introduction to wireless technology and its application,
will assist you with the installation procedure, and give you troubleshooting and basic
network information.
Your RF802USB Package
•USB 11Mbps Wireless Network Adapter
•This printed User Guide
•A CD-ROM containing a Wireless Network Management utility, this user guide and
drivers. The Configuration Utility is used for managing the wireless adapter and
establishing the wireless connection with your Local Area Network.
Note: If anything is missing, please contact your vendor.
Wireless Network Basics
A wireless network system offers a great number of advantages over a traditional
wired system. Wireless networks are more flexible, are easier to setup and manage,
and are often more cost effective than their wired equivalent.
Using radio frequency (RF) technology, wireless networks transmit and receive data
over the air, minimizing the need for wired connections. Wireless networks combine
data connectivity with user mobility, and, through simplified configuration, enable
movable networks.
With wireless networks, users can access shared information without looking for a
place to plug in, and network managers can set up or augment networks without
installing or moving wires. Wireless networks offer the following productivity,
convenience, and cost advantages over traditional wired networks:
Mobility – Wireless network systems can provide their users with access to real-
time information anywhere within their organization. This mobility supports
productivity and service opportunities not possible with wired networks.
Installation Speed and Simplicity - Installing a wireless network system can be
fast and easy and can eliminate the need to pull cable through walls and ceilings.
Installation Flexibility - Wireless technology allows the network to go where wires
cannot go.

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Reduced Cost-of-Ownership - While the initial investment required for wireless
network hardware might be higher than the cost of wired network hardware, overall
installation expenses and life-cycle costs will be significantly lower. Long-term cost
benefits are greatest in dynamic environments requiring frequent moves, add-ons, and
changes.
Scalability - Wireless network systems can be configured in a variety of topologies
to meet the needs of specific applications and installations. Configurations are easily
changed and range from peer-to-peer networks suitable for a small number of users
to full infrastructure networks of thousands of users that allows roaming over a
broad area.
Safety
USB equipment is designed with the utmost care for the safety of those who install
and use it. However, special attention must be paid to the dangers of electric shock
and static electricity when working with electrical equipment. All guidelines of this
manual and of the computer manufacturer must, therefore, be allowed at all times to
ensure the safe use of the equipment.
Achieving Optimal Performance
Minimize the Number of Barriers
The number of walls, ceilings, and other objects that the wireless signal must pass
through limit the range of wireless network communications. Position your Access
Points, Residential Gateways, and computers so that the number of barriers is
minimized.
Minimize the Degree of Angles among the Access Points, Residential
Gateways, And Computers
Try to position the Access Points and Adapters so that the signal will travel straight
through a wall or ceiling for better reception.
If a 45-degree angle exists between an Access Point and a PC with a wall that is .5
meters thick, this 45-degree angle can appear to be almost 1 meter thick. At a 2-
degree angle, the barrier can appear to be over 14 meters thick.
Consider the Type of Barrier
Try to position Access Points, Residential Gateways, and Computers so that the
signal passes through drywall or open doorways. Other materials, such as solid metal
or aluminum studs, may have a negative effect on range.
Position the Antenna for Optimal Performance
The antenna can be adjusted to help improve performance.
Minimize the Amount of Distance from Electrical Devices
Try to maintain a distance of at least 1-2 meters from devices that generate RF
noise, like microwaves, monitors, electric motors, etc.

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LED Indicators
The Wireless Network Adapter has two indicator lights that can give you information
about your network traffic and help you determine problems when troubleshooting.
1. Power LED – When this light is on, the adapter is on.
2. Link – This light blinks with traffic. The more traffic, the more blinking.
Four Ways to Use the Wireless LAN Adapter
This section covers the different ways in which the Wireless LAN Adapter can be set
up and used.
Setup 1 – The Ad Hoc Network
Setup 2 – The Ad Hoc Network with Internet Sharing
Setup 3 – The Home Network with Multiple IPs
Setup 4 – The Home Network with a Residential Gateway, Firewall, or Router.
Setup 1 – The Ad Hoc Network
Use This Setup If:
You have two or more computers and/or laptops and just want to share files and
printers.
Steps:
1. Install the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Installation section of this User
Guide or the Quick Start Guide.
2. Set Static IP Address for the Wireless Network Adapter - See Networking
Basics.
3. Check the wireless connection- See Configuration Utility and Networking
Basics.
4. Learn to share printers and file - See Networking Basics.
Laptop with wireless
connection to PC
PC with wireless USB Adapter
connected to laptop
The Ad Hoc Network

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Setup 2 – The Ad Hoc Network with Internet Sharing
Use This Setup If:
You have two or more computers and/or laptops and want to share files, printers,
and Internet access using one computer or laptop as an Internet Server.
Additional Requirements:
To share an Internet connection, you will need Internet Sharing software – you can
either purchase Internet Sharing software or use Windows 98SE’s or ME’s Internet
Connection Sharing (ICS) utility.
Follow the Internet Sharing software documentation to properly configure your
Wireless Network Adapter. However, install the Internet Sharing software after you
have installed your Wireless Network Adapter and setup your network
Steps:
If the Internet Sharing Software will be installed on the same computer into which
you are installing this wireless network adapter follow these steps:
1. Install the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Installation section of this
guide or the Quick Start Guide.
2. Set Static IP Address for the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Networking
Basics.
3. Check the wireless connection- See Configuration Utility and Networking
Basics.
4. Learn to share printers and file - See Networking Basics.
5. Install your Internet Sharing Software.
Follow these steps for the computer without the Internet Sharing software:
1. Install the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Installation section of this
guide or the Quick Start Guide.
2. Check the IP Address for the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Networking
Basics.
Note: The default settings for the Wireless Network Adapter are set to obtain
a Dynamic IP Address.
3. Check the wireless connection- See Configuration Utility and Networking
Basics.
4. Learn to share printers and file - See Networking Basics.
Cable Modem
PC with wireless
connection
to another PC
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PC with wireless USB
adapter connected to
Cable Modem
The Ad Hoc Network with Internet Sharing

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Setup 3 – The Home Network with Multiple IPs
Use This Setup If:
1. You have two or more computers and/or laptops and want to share files,
printers, and Internet access using multiple IP addresses that you have
purchased from your Internet Service Provider.
Or
2. You want to connect to an Ethernet network that uses Static IP addresses.
This requires an Access Point, an Ethernet capable Broadband modem, and a
multiple IP address Internet Account or an existing Ethernet network.
Additional Requirements:
These setup directions are intended for Network Administrators with Static IPs. This
type of setup requires that your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or Network
Administrator can give you a static IP address for each computer.
You will also have to setup your Access Point. Consult Access Point documentation its
installation procedures.
Steps:
1. Using the Ethernet cable provided with your router, connect the router to the
Cable/DSLmodem.
2. Connect the Access Point to the Router.
3. Install the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Installation section of this
guide or the Quick Start Guide.
4. Check the wireless connection - See Configuration Utility and Networking
Basics.
5. Set Static IP Address for the Wireless Network Adapter - See Networking
Basics.
Note: If you are using a PPPoE client, go to Networking Basics. Verify the
settings with your ISP or Network Administrator, if necessary.
6. Learn to share printers and files - See Networking Basics.
Cable Modem
PC with wireless
connection
to an access point
MT202TD
PC with wireless USB Adapter
connected to an access point
Wireless
Access Point
The Home Network with Multiple IPs

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Setup 4 – The Home Internet Network with a Residential Gateway, Firewall,
or Router
Use This Setup If:
You have two or more computers and/or laptops and want to share files, printers,
and Internet access using a Residential Gateway, Router, or Firewall
Or
You want to connect to an Ethernet network that uses Dynamic (DHCP) IP addresses.
This setup requires a 1) a Wireless Router or an Access Point and 2) an Ethernet
capable Gateway, Router, or Firewall or an existing Ethernet network.
Additional Requirements:
These setup directions are intended for Network Administrators with Dynamic IPs.
This type of setup requires that your residential Gateway, Router, Firewall, or
Network Administrator give you a dynamic IP address for each computer.
You will also have to setup your Access Point. Consult Access Point documentation its
installation procedures.
Steps:
1. Using the Ethernet cable provided with your router, connect the router to the
Cable/DSLmodem.
2. Connect the Access Point to the Router.
3. Install the Wireless Network Adapter - See the Installation section of this
guide or the Quick Start Guide.
4. Check the wireless connection - See Configuration Utility and Networking
Basics.
5. Check the IP Address for the wireless adapter - See Networking Basics.
Note: The default settings for the Wireless Network Adapter are set to obtain
a Dynamic IP Address.
6. Learn to share printers and files - See Networking Basics.
PC with wireless
connection
to another PC
Cable Modem
MT202TD
PC with wireless USB Adapter
connected to an access point
Wireless
Access Point
LINE
LINELINE
Broadband
ateway
The Home Internet Network with a Residential Gateway, Firewall, or Router

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Chapter 2
Installation

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Chapter 2 - Installation of the RF802USB
The following section will assist you in installing the RF802USB Wireless Network
Adapter successfully. First, you will install the driver (from the CD-ROM included with
your package). Second, you will connect the Wireless Network Adapter. Then, you
will set the network properties to accommodate resource sharing. Finally, you will
configure the Adapter.
Installation Overview
A Pre-Installation Note: Make sure that the router, the RF802EW, to which you
will be “connected” is in place.
How the RF802EW Works With Your RF802USB: The RF802EW connects with
cables to the Internet and your local area network (Network). It is the wireless
access point for your RF802USB. Your RF802USB “connects” wirelessly to the
RE802EW.
Installation: Here is a summary of the steps you will perform in establishing your
wireless network connection:
1. Install the RF802USB software using the installation CD-ROM included with
your package.
2. Connect the RF802USB to your PC.
3. Configure your RF802USB.
4. Set the network protocol(s) required to communicate on your network. In most
instances, you will be using the TCP/IP protocol.
Software Installation for Windows 98/Me/2000
These steps provide a quick summary of the software installation process. For
detailed installation steps with screen shots, see the chapter entitled Network
Basics.
Note: Some of these steps may vary in Windows 2000. For specific information click
Start > Help.
1. Power on your computer and allow Windows to load fully.
2. Be sure that there is no wireless USB connected to your computer yet.
3. Insert the given Installation CD. The Welcome/Setup screen displays. Click
Next.
4. Accept the license agreement. Click Next.
5. The Choose Destination Location screen displays. Enter the path of the
destination folder; or to set the path of your choice, click Browse.Then click
Next.
6. The Setup program will add an icon to the Program Folder. You may type a new
folder name or select one from the existing Folder list.
7. It takes a few seconds for the utility files to be copied. Then click Finish.

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Connecting the RF802USB to Your PC or Laptop
1. Plug a USB cable into the RF802USB and your PC or laptop.
2. A wizard will locate the new hardware (your RF802USB). Choose Display a list of
the known drivers for this device so that I can choose a specific driver. Then
click Next.
3. Select Hardware Types, and then click Next.
4. Click Wireless USB.
5. Click Have Disk. Place the CD in your CD-ROM drive.
6. Then enter the path name E:\ (where E is the CD-ROM drive of your laptop
computer or PC). The driver files will be copied to this location. Then click OK.
Setting Network Properties in Windows 98/Me
These steps provide a quick summary of the setting Network Properties process. For
detailed installation steps with screen shots, see the chapter entitled Network
Basics.
Note: See the steps for Windows 2000 Network Properties below.
1. Right-click Network Neighborhood from the desktop.
2. Select Properties from the context menu. The Network dialog box displays and
presents three main tabs: Configuration, Identification, and Access Control.
3. Click the Configuration tab.
4. Click the Add button.
5. The Select Network Component Type dialog box displays.
6. Click Protocol, and then click the Add button.
7. The Select Network Protocols dialog box displays.
7a. From the list of manufactures, click on Microsoft.
7b. From the Network Protocols list, select TCP/IP, and then click OK.
8. The TCP/IP protocol is now installed. Click OK, and you will be returned to
Network Component Type dialog box.
9. Click the TCP/IP option for setting the IP address for your computer.
10. You can select either the Static or DHCP setting.
•If you use the Static IP setup, then enter the IP value, Subnet masking,
DNS, Domain/Workgroup name, and Gateway Address values.
11. After setting these parameters, click OK to return to Network Component
Type.
12. You can now select the File and Printer Sharing options as well as the Access
to your computer. Access can be set for other users connected to the network by
setting the computer sharing options. Click OK.
13. The screen message Do you want to restart your computer will pop up.
Select Yes. Your computer will shut down and restart.

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Setting Network Properties in Windows 2000
These steps provide a quick summary of the setting Network Properties process. For
detailed installation steps with screen shots, see the chapter entitled Network
Basics.
1. Right-click My Network Places from the desktop, and select Properties from
the context menu.
2. The Network dialog box displays. Click Local Area Connection àProperties.
3. Click the TCP/IP option for setting the IP address for your computer.
4. You can select either Obtain an IP address automatically or Set your own
IP address.
•To obtain an IP address automatically, select this option, and the address is
automatically set up.
•To set your own IP address, enter the IP, Subnet Masking, DSN server,
and Default Gateway Address values. Then click OK.
5. You will be returned to the Network Component Type dialog box.
6. You can now select the File and Printer Sharing options as well as the Access
to your computer. Access can be set for other users connected to the network by
setting the computer sharing options. Click OK.
7. The screen message Do you want to restart your computer will pop up.
Select Yes. Your computer will shut down and restart.

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Chapter 3
Configuration Utility

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Chapter 3 - Configuration Utility
The Wireless Network Adapter uses its own management software. All functions
that you can control are provided by the Configuration Utility. Usually this
application starts automatically. To start the utility manually, click the Start
button > Programs > USB 11Mbps Wireless Network Adapter.
A new icon should appear in your Icon tray. If this icon is green, the
Wireless Network Adapter is configured right. If the icon is red, the Wireless
Network Adapter configuration is invalid or incomplete. In this case, re-check
your configuration by following the same steps you will use in this chapter to set
the initial configuration.
Icon Tray with a New Icon
To start the configuration, double click on the Wireless Network Adapter icon.
The USB 11Mbps Wireless Configuration Utility screen, as shown below,
displays.[MT1].
The Configuration Utility Screen with the Status Tab Displayed
A Note about Navigation: You can navigate through the tabs by clicking on the
tab. The OK button accepts the information and closes the dialog box.
Other ways to navigate in Windows: The –button (upper right corner)
minimizes the window. The Xbutton closes the application.

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Status Tab
Link Status Group
When Associated fields are listed, the normal flow of operation is Infrastructure
Mode, the PC is connected to its access point, and networking is available. BSSID
is shown in the form of hex digits.
Tx/Rx Rate Information Group
The Tx Packets and Rx Packets display the instantaneous wireless Receive and
Transmit throughput displayed in bytes per second. These values are updated
every two seconds.
Signal Strength
The Signal Strength sliding bar displays the quality of the link between the node
and its Access Point. This bar is active only when the node is in Infrastructure
Mode. The label under the sliding bar summarizes the quality of the link. The
values can be:
No Traffic
Poor
Good
Very Good
Excellent
The driver will start looking for a better Access Point if the Link Quality becomes
Poor. Link Quality is a measure of Receive and Transmit Errors over the radio.

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Configuration Tab
The fields on the Configuration Tab display the operating parameters of the
driver. Changes to any of the parameters can be made on this screen. You do not
have to reboot the PC when changes on this screen are made.
Configuration Utility Screen with Configuration Tab Selected
Change Configuration
To change the current configuration, check the Change Configuration box.
Station ESS ID
Extended Service Set Identifier (Wireless Network Identifier) is the group
name that will be shared by every member of your wireless network. You will
only be able to connect with an Access Point, which has the same ESS ID.
The only option is ANY.

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Network Mode
Two modes are available. The default is Infrastructure.
Ad Hoc - This is the 802.11 peer-to-peer mode of operation. In 802.11Ad
Hoc only one wireless cell is supported for each different SSID.
Communication is Client-to-Client without the use of an Access Point. 802.11
Ad Hoc networking uses the same SSID for establishing the wireless
connection.
Infrastructure - This mode of operation requires an 802.11 Access Point. All
communication is done via the Access Point, which relays packets to other
wireless Clients in the BSS as well as to nodes on a wired network such as
Ethernet.
Preamble
Two different Preambles are available. The default is Long.
Long Preamble - The mandatory supported Long Preamble inter-operates
with the current 1 Mbit/s and 2 Mbit/s DSSS specification (as described in
IEEE Std 802.11).
Short Preamble - The optional Short Preamble is intended for applications
where maximum throughput are desired and interoperability with legacy and
non-short-preamble capable equipment is not a consideration. That is, the
Short Preamble is intended to be used only in networks of like equipment, all
of which can handle the optional mode.
TX Rate
The TX Rate is the transmission rate at which the data packets are
transmitted. You can set this to these fixed values: 1Mbps, 2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps
or 11 Mbps. The default is Auto.
Update Button
This button becomes active only when one of the fields has been changed.
Click this button to apply the changes to the driver and to save them to the
registry for the next time the PC boots up.

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Encryption Tab
You may desire an additional measure of security on your wireless network.
Additional security can be set on the Encryption Tab.
Configuration Utility with the Encryption Tab Selected
Additional security can be achieved by using WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
encryption. WEP encrypts each frame transmitted from the radio using one of the
Keys entered from this panel.
When an encrypted frame is received, it will be accepted only if it decrypts
correctly, and this will happen only if the receiver has the same WEP Key used by
the transmitter.
Encryption (WEP)
Choose either 64 bit or 128 bit from the drop down list box. The default is 128
bit.
WEP Key Entry
Select either a password (Passphrase) or a key (Manual Entry) for your
WEP encryption.
Create with Passphrase – Enter a password in this field.
Manual Entry - Use this field to manually enter the key code. This may be
necessary if you wish to match a key in a different vendor’s product. Note:
The numbers cannot be all zeroes.