Rosewill RNX-N150 User manual

RNX-N150NUB
N150 Wireless Nano USB Adapter
1910020746
REV 1.0.0

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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 a 5mm spacing from the body and that compliance is
achieved at that distance.
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.

CONTENTS
Package Contents .................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1 Product Overview ................................................................................. 2
1.1 Introduction................................................................................................................2
1.2 Features.....................................................................................................................2
1.3 Hardware Overview ...................................................................................................3
Chapter 2 Installation............................................................................................. 4
2.1 Hardware Installation.................................................................................................4
2.2 Software Installation ..................................................................................................4
Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................... 9
3.1 To connect using RWCU........................................................................................... 9
3.2 To connect using WPS............................................................................................ 13
3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method ................................................. 13
3.2.2 PIN method................................................................................................. 15
3.3 To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility .................................................. 17
3.3.1 In Windows XP ........................................................................................... 17
3.3.2 In Windows Vista ........................................................................................19
3.3.3 In Windows 7 .............................................................................................. 21
3.3.4 In Windows 8 .............................................................................................. 22
Chapter 4 Management........................................................................................ 25
4.1 Profile.......................................................................................................................25
4.1.1 Add a profile ...............................................................................................25
4.1.2 Modify a profile ...........................................................................................30
4.1.3 Delete a profile ...........................................................................................31
4.2 Advanced.................................................................................................................31
4.3 About .......................................................................................................................32
Chapter 5 SoftAP Mode ....................................................................................... 33
Chapter 6 Uninstall Software............................................................................... 35
6.1 In Windows XP/Vista/7 ............................................................................................35
6.1.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC ................................................. 35
6.1.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC ................................................ 37
6.2 In Windows 8 ...........................................................................................................37
6.2.1 Uninstall the utility software from your PC ................................................. 37
6.2.2 Uninstall the driver software from your PC ................................................ 39
Appendix A: Specifications................................................................................... 41
Appendix B: Glossary............................................................................................ 42

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Package Contents
Please verify that all the package contents below are available.
One RNX-N150NUB N150 Wireless Nano USB Adapter
Quick Installation Guide
One resource CD for RNX-N150NUB, including:
•Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility (RWCU) and Drivers
•User Guide
•Other helpful information
Make sure that the above items are contained in the package. If any of the above items are
damaged or missing, please contact your distributor.
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Note:
The ‘adapter’ mentioned in this User Guide stands for RNX-N150NUB N150 Wireless Nano
USB Adapter without any explanations.
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Chapter 1 Product Overview
1.1 Introduction
The adapter is a 802.11n client device designed to deliver a high-speed and unrivaled wireless
performance for your desktop. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet
experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming.
With the 802.11n technology, the RNX-N150NUB’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet
transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming,
and it can also interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g) products. The adapter supports WEP,
WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information
from being exposed.
The adapter is easy to install and manage with the Quick Setup Wizard guiding you step-by-step
through the installation process and the utility instructing you to quickly set up a wireless
connection.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the RNX-N150NUB is
the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your desktop.
1.2 Features
Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11x, IEEE 802.11e,
IEEE 802.11i standards
Supports WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA/WPA2-PSK data security, TKIP/AES encryption, 802.1x
Authentication
Supports high rate of up to 150Mbps for maximum throughput, supports automatically
adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
Provides USB 2.0 interface
Supports Ad Hoc and Infrastructure modes
Good capability on anti-jamming
Supports roaming between access points when configured under Infrastructure mode
Easy to configure and provides monitoring information
Supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8
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1.3 Hardware Overview
LED status:
Status Working Status
Off
The driver has not been installed;
The adapter's radio has been disabled.
Flashing Slowly The driver has been installed but no data is
being transmitted or
received.
Flashing Quickly Data is being transmitted or received.
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Chapter 2 Installation
2.1 Hardware Installation
Plug the Adapter directly to the USB port on your computer.
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Note:
The prompted Found New Hardware Wizard screen will pop up when the adapter is installed
correctly. Click Cancel.
2.2 Software Installation
The adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the installation procedures for Windows XP,
Windows Vista, Windows 7 and Windows 8. The procedures in different systems are quite
similar, therefore here takes the procedures in Windows 8 for example.
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive and then go to My Computer.
Double-click CD-ROM RNX-N150NUB_v1.0, and you will see the window as shown in
Figure 2-1. Double-click Setup.exe to start the installation.
Figure 2-1
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2. The InstallShield Wizard window will appear. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-2
3. Select Install Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility and Driver, and then click Next.
Figure 2-3
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4. Click Change…to specify the destination location for the software or you can leave it
default. Click Next in the screen below to continue.
Figure 2-4
5. Click Install to continue the setup.
Figure 2-5
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6. The utility and drivers will install. This may take 1-2 minutes.
Figure 2-6
7. After all the steps above, you will see the screen below. Click Finish to complete the setup.
Figure 2-7
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8. After installation, the utility configuration page will automatically pop up as shown in the
following figure and the icon will appear in your system tray. To connect to a network,
please refer to Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network.
Figure 2-8
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Chapter 3 Connect to a Wireless Network
With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer, you can quickly
connect to a wireless network using one of the following methods.
Method One:
To connect using RWCU
RNX-N150NUB uses the Rosewill Wireless Configuration Utility (RWCU) as the management
software. The utility provides you an easy interface to connect to a network and to change any
settings related to the wireless adapter.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using RWCU.
Method Two:
To connect using WPS
By this method, you can connect to your network quickly on the condition that your router or
access point supports WPS as is called by some other brands.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using WPS.
Method Three:
To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility
Windows users may use the built-in wireless utility to connect to a wireless network.
For specific operations, please go to To connect using Windows built-in wireless utility.
3.1 To connect using RWCU
1. After installation, the utility configuration page will automatically pop up on the screen. If the
utility page does not pop up, you can also launch the utility by double-clicking on the
icon on your desktop.
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Figure 3-1
2. The Network page will display all wireless networks that are available in your area. To
connect to a network, simply highlight the wireless network name and click Connect.
SSID (Service Set Identifier) is the name of the wireless network. The adapter will
automatically connect to your target network next time if you tick Connect automatically.
Figure 3-2
3. You will be prompted different windows when you choose wireless network of different
security types.
1) Wireless network of WPA/WPA2-Personal
If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA/WPA2-Personal, you will be
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prompted to enter the password in the security key field, as shown in Figure 3-3. Or you
can push the WPS button on your Router (if it features the WPS function) to quickly build a
connection without entering the security key (password).
Figure 3-3
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Note:
The security key (password) can be found on the configuration page of your Router or Access
Point.
2) Wireless network of WPA/WPA2-Enterprise
If you selected a wireless network of the security type WPA/WPA2-Enterprise, you will be
prompted to choose a type of authentication, either Certificate or Password. With
Certificate as your authentication, you need to select one specific certificate from the
drop-down list, as shown in Figure 3-4. With Password as your authentication, you should
enter the right user name and password in the corresponding field, as shown in Figure 3-5.
Figure 3-4
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Figure 3-5
3) Wireless network of None
If you selected a wireless network of None (that is, no security is set.), you can get directly
connected to this network without any further configuration.
4. Please wait a few minutes for the connection process.
Figure 3-6
5. You have now successfully connected to your network. Click Close to enjoy the Internet.
Figure 3-7
6. To view more information about the network currently connected, click Status in the tools
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section and the page will display information such as the network type, link quality and
wireless mode.
Figure 3-8
3.2 To connect using WPS
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) function allows you to add a new wireless device to an existing
network quickly.
If the wireless router supports WPS, you can establish a wireless connection between wireless
card and router using either Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method. Three
WPS connection methods are listed in the following parts.
3.2.1 PBC (Push Button Configuration) method
1. Press the WPS button on the back panel of the router.
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2. Open RWCU and click WPS tab. Select Push the button on my access point or
wireless router and then click Connect.
Figure 3-9
3. The adapter will be connecting to the target network.
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Figure 3-10
4. When the following window appears, you have successfully connected to the network.
Figure 3-11
3.2.2 PIN method
There are two ways to configure the WPS by PIN method:
1) Enter the PIN from your AP device.
2) Enter a PIN into your AP device.
Following are detailed configuration procedures of each way.
3.2.2.1. Enter the PIN from your AP device
1. Open RWCU and click WPS tab. Select Enter the PIN of my access point or wireless
router. In the empty field beside PIN, enter the PIN labeled on the bottom of the router
(here takes 13492564 for example). If you have generated a new PIN code for your router,
please enter the new one instead. Click Connect to continue.
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Figure 3-12
2. The adapter will be connecting to the target network.
Figure 3-13
3. When XFigure 3-11 appears, you have successfully connected to the network.
3.2.2.2. Enter a PIN into your AP device
1. Open RWCU and click WPS tab. Select Enter the PIN of this device into my access
point or wireless router. In the field beside PIN, you will see the PIN value of the adapter
which is randomly generated. Click Connect to continue.
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