SMC Networks EZ Connect SMC2670W User manual

SMC2670W

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assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of
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its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under
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Trademarks
SMC is a registered trademark; and EZ Connect is a trademark
of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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Compliances
FCC Class B
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 com-
munications. 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 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.
•Consultthe dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.

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IMPORTANT NOTE
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits
set forth for an uncontrolled environment.This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in con-
junction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Industry Canada - Class B
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the
interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital
Apparatus,” ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.
Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits
radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de
Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matérial brouilleur:
“Appareils Numériques,” NMB-003 édictée par l’Industrie.

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Congratulations on your purchase of the EZ Connect™ 2.4GHz
11 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Adapter.The EZ Connect™ Wireless
Ethernet Adapter is the perfect device for connecting any
Ethernet enabled device, such as a printer or game console, to
your wireless network. Plug and Play installation allows users
to set-up this adapter to connect to any existing 802.11b
wireless network in minutes. By offering both a windows-based
and web-based administration utility, the EZ Connect Wireless
Adapter can be managed from any PC on your network.To
secure this wireless connection, the EZ Connect Wireless
Ethernet Adapter supports 64/128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy
(WEP) encryption. For setup instructions, see section 3.
Benefits:
•IEEE 802.11b compliant ensure seamless interoperability
among multiple vendors
•11 Mbps performance meets most foreseeable
networking needs
•Perfectforconnecting network-enabled game console systems.
•64/128-bit WEP ensures secure network connection
•Simple and easy installation by using the convenient web
or windows-based configuration utility.
Compatibility:
•IEEE 802.3
•IEEE 802.11b

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The EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet Adapter package
includes the following:
•OneEZConnect™ 2.4GHz 11 Mbps Wireless
Ethernet Adapter
•One CD containing EZ Installation Wizard, Utility
Software and Complete Documentation
•OnePower Adapter
•One CAT 5 Crossover Cable
•OneManual
Minimum Requirements:
•An A/C power outlet (100 – 120V, 50 – 60Hz), to supply
power to the Wireless Ethernet Adapter.
•Anavailable RJ-45 port on a 10BASE-T Ethernet device.
•802.11 compliant wireless Ethernet adapters with TCP/IP
compatible protocol installed.

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Section 1 | Getting Started
Site Location
Choose a location for your EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet
Adapter. Usually, the best location is at the center of your
wireless coverage area, and if possible within line-of-sight of
your main wireless broadcast device, such as an Access Point
or a Wireless Router.
Connect the Ethernet Cable
The EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet Adapter can be connected
to any device that has a standard Ethernet connection. Use a
standard Category 5 UTP Crossover Ethernet cable with an RJ-
45 connector to connect the Wireless Ethernet Adapter to any
Ethernet-enabled device.
Note: Do not connect this adapter directly to the LAN
port of a router, such as the Barricade.
Connect the Power Cable
Connect the power adapter cable to the 5V DC power socket
on the rear panel.
Warning: Use only the power adapter supplied with the
SMC2670W. Using another power adapter will cause
damage to the unit and void the warranty.
Antenna
Indicator Lights:
• Power
• Wireless Transmit/Receive
• Ethernet Link/Acivity

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1.1 | Wireless Ethernet Adapter LED Indicators
The preceding diagram shows the location of all ports, jacks,
controls, and LED indicator lights on the EZ Connect 11 Mbps
Wireless Ethernet Adapter. The Wireless Ethernet Adapter
contains 1 external antenna, which is adjustable for best
wireless reception.
The front of the Wireless Ethernet Adapter has 3 labeled indi-
cator lights.When you connect your Wireless Ethernet Adapter,
these lights will be on, off, or blinking, indicating the following
states.
Light On Off Blinking
LNK/ACT Ethernet Connection No Ethernet Data being sent or
Connection received over
Ethernet
TX/RX Wireless Connection No Wireless Scanning for
Connection wireless signal
PWR Receiving Power Not Receiving N/A
Power

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1.2 | Resetting the Wireless Ethernet Adapter
To reset the SMC2670W Wireless Ethernet Adapter or to correct
temporary connectivity problems, follow the steps outlined
below:
1. Locate the [Default] button on the back of the EZ Connect
Wireless Ethernet Adapter.
2. Unplug the power from the back of the Wireless Ethernet
Adapter for 5 seconds.
3. Hold down the [Default] button, located on the back of
the device.
4. Plug the power connector into the Wireless Ethernet
Adapter while holding down the [Default] button.
5. Release the [Default] button after 3 seconds.
6. Wait another 3 seconds, and then push and hold down the
[Default] button again.
7. The "LNK/ACT" and "TX/RX" LED indicators will blink once
per second about 10-12 times.
8. When the LED indicators begin flashing rapidly, release the
[Default] button.

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Section 2 | Understanding Wireless Connections
The EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet Adapter is based on the IEEE
802.11b Wi-Fi standard, which uses radio transmission for net-
work connectivity. These 802.11b radio waves travel in all direc-
tions, and can transmit through walls and floors. Wireless trans-
mission operating range and data throughput rate are based on
several factors, as described below in the following section.
2.1 | Recommendations for Best Wireless Performance
The following information will help you achieve the best wire-
less range, coverage, and transmission rate from your wireless
devices:
•You should place the Wireless Ethernet Adapter within direct
line-of-sight of your wireless network broadcast device (i.e.
Barricade Wireless Broadband Router).
•Radiosignals can travel farther outside of buildings, and the
best performance is when wireless components are in direct
line-of-sight to one another.
•Putting wireless components in high places helps avoid
obstacles and provides better connectivity.
•Building construction such as metal framing, stucco, and
concrete walls and floors will reduce radio signal strength.
Try to avoid putting the Wireless Ethernet Adapter next to
walls, large solid objects; or next to large metal objects such as
computer cases, monitors, and appliances (i.e. microwave ovens).
•Wireless signal range, speed, and strength can be affected by
interference from neighboring wireless networks and devices.
Electro-magnetic devices that operate in the 2.4GHz frequency
range, such as radios, and cordless phones, may also interfere
with wireless transmission.

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2.2 | Adjusting the Antenna
The antenna on the SMC2670W can be adjusted for best radio
reception. Start with the antenna pointing straight up, and
adjust the antenna if wireless reception is poor. Certain areas,
such as directly below the antenna, get relatively poor
reception. Pointing the antenna toward another wireless
component does not improve reception.
Important: Enable wireless security (WEP) to protect your
network from unwanted access. For more
information, see section 6 for instructions on how
to configure WEP on the SMC2670W.
2.3 | Wireless Distance Table
The following distance table shows the interaction between
wireless coverage area and transmission speed for SMC2670W
under typical installation circumstances.
Speed (Mbps) Outdoor Environment* Indoor Environment**
11 Mbps 128 m (422 ft) 27 m (90 ft)
5.5 Mbps 152 m (502 ft) 31 m (102 ft)
2 Mbps 167 m (551 ft) 32.5 m (107 ft)
1 Mbps 250 m (825 ft) 33 m (109 ft)
*Outdoors Environment: A line-of-sight environment with no
interference or obstruction between the EZ Connect Wireless
Ethernet Adapter and users.
**Indoor Environment: A typical office or home environment
with floor to ceiling obstructions between the EZ Connect
Wireless Ethernet Adapter and wireless broadcast device,
such as an access point or wireless router.

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2.4 | Understanding Wireless Security (WEP)
Anyone within range of your wireless network is a potential
security risk. Without wireless security options configured on
your network, a person outside of your physical location, but
within your wireless range may be able to access the network
and any data that is being transmitted over it. SMC Networks’
wireless devices support the wireless security standard called
Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) to prevent unauthorized users
from accessing your network over a wireless connection. This
security feature uses a secure network key, called a WEP key.
The WEP key encrypts wireless data so that it is only readable
by other computers that have the matching WEP key. The WEP
key is stored on each wireless device, so that data can be
encrypted and decrypted as it is transmitted over the network.
If you are transferring private information over this wireless
connection, it is recommended to enable WEP for your Wireless
Ethernet Adapter. For more information about WEP and
security, see section 6.

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Section 3 | Setup
Typical uses for the SMC EZ Connect 2.4GHz 11 Mbps Wireless
Ethernet Adapter:
•Ethernet-enabled Printer
•PCwithEthernet port
•Set-top box, such as Ethernet-enabled cable TV box
•Point-of-SaleTerminal with Ethernet port
•StereoReceiversystem with Ethernet port
•GameConsole System, such as Sony Playstation® 2 or
Microsoft Xbox®
The EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet Adapter default
configuration is:
SSID: ANY
Wireless Adapter Name: SMC
IP Address: 192.168.2.25
Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0
Gateway: 192.168.2.1
The SMC2670W is a Plug-and-Play device. In most cases, the
SMC2670W does not require a configuration to get connected.
This seamless installation is because the default SSID configu-
ration of the adapter is “ANY”.When the SMC2670W is installed
on any one of the ethernet-enabled devices listed above, it will
automatically connect to any wireless network within range.

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3.1 | Verify Equipment and Permissions
1. At computer that you want to install the EZ Connect
Wireless Ethernet Adapter Utility, have the following items
available:
•TheEZConnect Wireless Ethernet Adapter CD-ROM
•These installation instructions
2. Before you proceed with the Utility setup, verify the
following:
•You have administrator privileges on the computer that
you are working on. On computers running Windows 2000
or Windows XP, you must be a member of the
Administrator group to install software and change net-
work settings. If you cannot run setup, click Log Off from
the Start menu, and then log on with an administrator’s
account. If you don’t have administrator access please
contact your system administrator.
•Disable any Anti-Virus or other software applications that
could hinder the installation process.
To install the Wireless Ethernet Adapter Utility program, please
insert the “SMC2670W Utility and Documentation” CD-ROM
into your CD-ROM drive. If the CD does not start automatically
after a few seconds, open My Computer, double-click the
CD-ROM icon, and then double-click Setup or SMC2670W.exe.
The Welcome splash screen should appear.

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3.2 | Installing the Utility Software
1. At the splash screen, click the [Install Utility] option to launch
the EZ Installation Wizard.
2. Configure the install location, and then click the [Next >]
button to continue.
*Itisrecommended that you choose the default location.

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3. Input the folder name, and then click the [Next >]
button to begin the Installation process.
*Itisrecommended that you choose the default folder name.
4. Once the files are installed, you will be given the option of
adding a shortcut to the utility in your startup folder. If you
click [Yes], Windows will automatically run the utility upon
boot up. If you click [No], you will need to browse through
the Start Menu in order to run the application.
5. Complete the installation process.

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Section 4 | Accessing the SMC2670W
The EZ Connect Wireless Ethernet Adapter can be configured
and managed using two different utilities. Each utility provides
the same functionality.
•SMC2670W Windows Utility
•SMC2670W Web-based Utility
4.1 | Using the Windows Utility
1. Click [Start],then [Programs],then [SMC2670W Wireless
Adapter Utility],then [SMC2670W Wireless Adapter Utility].
2. The Utility will search your network for the EZ Connect
Wireless Ethernet Adapter. When the SMC2670W is located,
type in the password, and then click the [LOGIN] button.

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The factory default password for the SMC2670W is “default”,all
lower-case.
Note: If the utility does not locate your Wireless Ethernet
Adapter on the first scan, select the [BROWSE AGAIN]
option from the drop down menu.
3. Once you have logged into the Windows Utility, you can:
•Configurewireless settings and TCP/IP settings
•Configure Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption
•Viewdeviceinformation

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4.2 | Using the Web-based Utility
1. Launch your web browser. (i.e. Internet Explorer or Netscape)
2. In the Address Bar, type in the IP address that is configured
on your Wireless Ethernet Adapter. (Default IP address is:
192.168.2.25)
3. Log into the Web-based Utility. The factory default password
for the SMC2670W is “default”,all lower-case.
4. Once logged into the Web-based Utility, you can:
•Configurewireless settings and TCP/IP settings
•Configure Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption
•Change administrator password
•Viewconnection status
•Viewdeviceinformation