SMC Networks WUSBS-N3 User manual

EZ ConnectTM N
150 Mbps N Wireless USB Adapter
SMCWUSBS-N3
USER GUIDE

20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: [phone]
150 Mbps N Wireless USB Adapter
User Guide
September 2009
149100000053W
E092009-AP-R01

Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable.
However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or
other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or
otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications
at any time without notice.
Copyright © 2009 by
SMC Networks, Inc.
20 Mason
Irvine, CA 92618
All rights reserved
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trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective holders.

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WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION
To register SMC products and to review the detailed warranty statement,
please refer to the Support Section of the SMC Website at http://
www.smc.com.

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COMPLIANCES
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION INTERFERENCE 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 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, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC 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. To maintain compliance
with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation
instruction as documented in this manual.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
IEEE 802.11b, 802.11g or 802.11n operation of this product in the U.S.A.
is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.

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TAIWAN NCC 低功率輻射規定
根據國家通信傳播委員會低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法之規定，應包含下列警語：
第十二條 經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號或使用者均不得
擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。
第十四條 低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾現
象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，指依電信法規
定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工業、科學及醫療用電波輻
射性電機設備之干擾。
EC CONFORMANCE DECLARATION
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential
Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC).
This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
◆EN 60950-1: 2006 (IEC 60950-1) - Product Safety
◆EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10) - Technical requirements for 2.4 GHz
radio equipment
◆EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1 (2008-04) and EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2 (2008-04) -
EMC requirements for radio equipment
◆EN 62311 (2008) -Assessment of electronic and electrical equipment
related to human exposure restrictions for electromagnetic fields
(0 Hz – 300 GHz)
This device is intended for use in the following European Community and
EFTA countries:
This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver),
intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in
France and Italy where restrictive use applies.
◆In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum
authorities in order to obtain authorization to use the device for setting
up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to
telecommunications and/or network services.
◆This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France
and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP
in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed information
the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.
◆Austria ◆Belgium ◆Bulgaria ◆Cyprus ◆Czech Republic
◆Denmark ◆Estonia ◆Finland ◆France ◆Germany
◆Greece ◆Hungary ◆Iceland ◆Ireland ◆Italy
◆Latvia ◆Lithuania ◆Luxembourg ◆Malta ◆Netherlands
◆Norway ◆Poland ◆Portugal ◆Romania ◆Slovakia
◆Slovenia ◆Spain ◆Sweden ◆Switzerland ◆United Kingdom

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Czech
Česky
SMC Networks tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radio LAN device je ve shoděse
základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.
Danish
Dansk
Undertegnede SMC Networks erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radio LAN
device overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv
1999/5/EF.
German
Deutsch
Hiermit erklärt SMC Networks, dass sich dieses Wireless LAN Gerat in
Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen
relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Die offizielle EC-
Declaration of Conformity finden Sie im Internet unter http://www.smc.com
unter der entsprechenden Produktkategorie.
Estonian
Eesti
Käesolevaga kinnitab SMC Networks seadme Radio LAN device vastavust
direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele
asjakohastele sätetele.
English Hereby, SMC Networks, declares that this Radio LAN device is in compliance
with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/
5/EC. The official EC-Declaration of Conformity can be found under the
corresponding product section on the web http://www.smc.com.
Spanish
Español
Por medio de la presente SMC Networks declara que el Radio LAN device cumple
con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o
exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. The official EC-Declaration of Conformity
can be found under the corresponding product section on the web
http://www.smc.com.
Greek
Ελληνική
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ SMC Networks ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ radio LAN device
ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ
ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
French
Français
Par la présente SMC Networks déclare que l'appareil Radio LAN device est
conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de
la directive 1999/5/CE. La declaration de conformité officielle peut être trouvée
sur notre site internet
http://www.smc.com dans la rubrique Produits.
Italian
Italiano
Con la presente SMC Networks dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è
conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla
direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Latvian
Lativiski
Ar šo SMC Networks deklarē, ka Radio LAN device atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK
būtiskajām prasībām un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lithuanian
Lietuvių
Šiuo SMC Networks deklaruoja, kad šis Radio LAN device atitinka esminius
reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Dutch
Nederlands
Hierbij verklaart SMC Networks dat het toestel Radio LAN device in
overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen
van richtlijn 1999/5/EG
Maltese
Malt
Hawnhekk, SMC Networks, jiddikjara li dan Radio LAN device jikkonforma mal-
ħtiġijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva
1999/5/EC.
Hungarian
Magyar
Alulírott, SMC Networks nyilatkozom, hogy a Radio LAN device megfelel a
vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb
elõírásainak.
Polish
Polski
Niniejszym SMC Networks oświadcza, że Radio LAN device jest zgodny z
zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami
Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Portuguese
Português
SMC Networks declara que este Radio LAN device está conforme com os
requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovak
Slovensky
SMC Networkstýmto vyhlasuje, že Radio LAN device spĺňa základné požiadavky
a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Finnish
suomi
Valmistaja SMC Networks vakuuttaa täten että Radio LAN device tyyppinen laite
on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin
muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Swedish
Svenska
Härmed intygar SMC Networks att denna Radio LAN device står I
överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta
bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG

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Icelandic Hér með lýsir SMC Networks yfir Því að Radio LAN device er í samræmi við
grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1995/5/EC.
Norwegian SMC Networks erklærer herved at utstyret Radio LAN device er i samsavar
med de grunnleggende krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1995/5/EF.

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ABOUT THIS GUIDE
PURPOSE This guide details the hardware features of the wireless USB adapter,
including its physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to
install the device and use its configuration software.
AUDIENCE This guide is for PC users with a working knowledge of computers. You
should be familiar with Windows operating system concepts.
CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this guide to show
information:
N OTE : Emphasizes important information or calls your attention to related
features or instructions.
C AUTION : Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause loss of data, or
damage the system or equipment.
W ARNING : Alerts you to a potential hazard that could cause personal injury.
RELATED PUBLICATIONS The following publication gives basic information on how to install and use
the wireless USB adapter.
The SMCWUSBS-N3 Quick Installation Guide
Also, as part of the wireless USB adapter’s software, there is an online
web-based help that describes all configuration related features.
REVISION HISTORY This section summarizes the changes in each revision of this guide.
SEPTEMBER 2009 REVISION
This is the first revision of this guide.

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CONTENTS
WARRANTY AND PRODUCT REGISTRATION 4
COMPLIANCES 5
ABOUT THIS GUIDE 9
CONTENTS 10
1I
NTRODUCTION 12
Key Features 12
Description of Hardware Capabilities 13
System Requirements 13
Package Contents 13
Hardware Description 14
LED Indicators 14
2WINDOWS 2000/XP INSTALLATION 15
Using the Setup Wizard 17
3WINDOWS 2000/XP CONFIGURATION 20
Accessing the SMC Connection Manager 20
Wireless Utility Configuration 21
AP List 22
Profile 23
WMM 26
Advanced 27
Statistics 28
About 29
Help 29
4NETWORK PLANNING 30
Ad Hoc Wireless LAN 30
Infrastructure Wireless LAN 31
5APMODE CONFIGURATION 32

C ONTENTS
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Switching to AP Mode 32
AP Mode Utility Configuration 33
Configuration 33
Access Control 35
Client List 36
Status 37
About 38
Switching to Station Mode 38
ATROUBLESHOOTING 39
USB Adapter Installation Problems 39
Network Connection Problems 39
Uninstalling the Utility 40
BHARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 42
GLOSSARY 44
INDEX 48

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1INTRODUCTION
The SMCWUSBS-N3 is a Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g/n) Wireless USB Adapter
that enables wireless connectivity for your PC. The device provides a Wi-Fi
client solution for PCs using a USB 2.0 interface. The USB adapter also
includes a comprehensive configuration, site survey, and profile
management utility that can be installed on a Windows 2000, Windows XP
or Windows Vista system.
Figure 1: SMCWUSBS-N3
KEY FEATURES
The Wireless USB Adapter supports the following features:
◆Wi-Fi compliant with IEEE 802.11n and IEEE 802.11b/g standards
◆High-speed connection up to 150 Mbps in 802.11n mode
◆Dynamic data rate scaling from 1 to 150 Mbps
◆Low interference and high susceptibility to guarantee reliable
performance
◆Supports WEP, WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK security
USB Connector Power Indicator Activity Indicator

C HAPTER 1 | Introduction
Description of Hardware Capabilities
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◆WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia)
◆Windows 2000, XP and Vista drivers
◆WHQL certified
◆WLAN site survey and profile management utility
◆Infrastructure and Ad-hoc operating modes
DESCRIPTION OF HARDWARE CAPABILITIES
SMC’s EZ Connect Wireless USB Adapter supports wireless communications
at up to 150 Mbps. This adapter operates in the 2.4 GHz band and is fully
compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g and 802.11n. It can be installed in a
notebook or desktop PC with a USB port. Support is provided for Windows
2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Before you install the EZ Connect Wireless USB Adapter, check your system
meets the following requirements:
◆2.4 GHz 802.11n or 802.11b/g wireless network.
◆Microsoft Windows 2000, XP or Vista.
◆A Notebook or desktop computer with:
■300 MHz CPU or above
■Available USB 2.0 port
■20 MB of available hard disk space
■CD-ROM drive
PACKAGE CONTENTS
The Wireless USB Adapter package includes these items:
◆EZ Connect N Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (SMCWUSBS-N3)
◆EZ Installation Wizard & Documentation CD
◆Quick Installation Guide
◆Warranty Information Card

C HAPTER 1 | Introduction
Hardware Description
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Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missing or damaged items. If
possible, retain the carton, including the original packing materials. Use
them to repack the product in case there is a need to return it.
HARDWARE DESCRIPTION
SMC’s EZ Connect Wireless USB Adapter supports wireless communications
at up to 150 Mbps. This adapter operates in the 2.4 GHz band and is fully
compliant with IEEE 802.11b/g and 802.11n. It can be installed in a
notebook or desktop PC with a USB port. Support is provided for Windows
2000, Windows XP, and Windows Vista.
LED INDICATORS The Wireless USB Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as described
in the following figure and table.
Figure 2: LEDs
Table 1: LED Behavior
LED Status Description
Power On Indicates the power is on.
Off Indicates the power is off.
Activity Flashing Green Indicates the 802.11b/g/n radio is enabled.
Flashing indicates wireless network activity.
Off Indicates the 802.11b/g/n radio is disabled
Power Indicator Activity Indicator

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2WINDOWS 2000/XP INSTALLATION
The CD-ROM that comes with the package contains the USB driver and
software utility for the Wireless USB Adapter. New or updated drivers can
be downloaded from SMC’s web site at http://www.smc.com.
The installation screens are similar for Windows 2000, Windows XP and
Windows Vista. The installation interface for Windows XP is shown in this
user guide.
To install the Wireless USB Adapter's driver and utilities for Windows 2000
and Windows XP, follow these steps:
1. Turn on your PC and wait until the Windows system has completely
started.
2. Load the EZ Installation & Documentation CD that comes with the
package. The install program should start automatically.
3. Click “Install SMC Connection Manager” to start the installation.
Figure 3: EZ Connect CD - Start Screen
4. Choose “Install driver and SMC Connection Manager”, then click Next to
continue the installation. If the install program does not start
automatically, open the folder that displays the CD’s contents and find
the file “Install.exe” in the root directory. Double click the file to start
the install program.

C HAPTER 2 | Windows 2000/XP Installation
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N OTE : You also have the option of installing only the driver and not the
SMC Connection Manager. In this case, the Windows system wireless
management utility can be used to set up wireless connections.
Figure 4: EZ Connect CD - Setup Type
5. Wait for the software installation procedure to complete.
Figure 5: EZ Connect CD - Installation in Progress

C HAPTER 2 | Windows 2000/XP Installation
Using the Setup Wizard
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6. When the “InstallShield Wizard Complete” window displays, click Finish
to exit the wizard.
Figure 6: EZ Connect CD - Installation Wizard Complete
USING THE SETUP WIZARD
Once the InstallShield Wizard is complete, the Setup Wizard takes you
through configuration procedures for the general settings. Follow these
steps:
1. Select the AP to which you want to connect from the displayed list, then
click “Next” to continue the configuration.
Figure 7: Setup Wizard - Select an AP

C HAPTER 2 | Windows 2000/XP Installation
Using the Setup Wizard
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2. Set the wireless settings for the wireless network. The wireless
network's authentication mode and encryption key displays. Name the
profile and enter the required key or password, then click "Connect."
The wizard will save these settings as the default connection profile.
Figure 8: Setup Wizard - Wireless Profile Settings
3. When the following prompt message appears, click “Yes” to save
the settings and complete the set-up.
Figure 9: Setup Wizard - Save Profile Message Window

C HAPTER 2 | Windows 2000/XP Installation
Using the Setup Wizard
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When the setup is complete, the current link status is displayed, as shown
in the following figure.
Figure 10: Setup Wizard - Link Status
◆Network Name — The service set identifier for the access point.
◆Link Status — The connection status. For more information, please
refer to below table.
◆Signal Strength — The current receive signal strength indication. (The
maximum strength will display with six bars.)
◆Channel — The current channel in use.
◆IP Address — The assigned IP address of the USB adapter.
Table 2: Link Status Description
Status Description
Card not found The USB adapter is not plugged in.
Driver not ready During first-time installation, the USB adapter utility has
completed installation, but the driver is not yet installed.
Auto Config service is disabled The Wi-Fi automatic configuration service is disabled and
there is no network connection.
Connecting The USB adapter is being connected to a network.
Disconnected The USB adapter is plugged in, but is not connected to a
network.
Link is up Connected to a network.
Link is down No Connection.

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3 WINDOWS 2000/XP CONFIGURATION
ACCESSING THE SMC CONNECTION MANAGER
Once the SMC Connection Manager installation is complete, the
configuration utility can be accessed by selecting the “SMC Connection
Manager” icon from the “SMC” folder.
Figure 11: Accessing EZ Connect N3 Wireless Utility
A quick launch icon will appear in the lower right-hand corner of the task
bar.
Figure 12: EZ Connect N3 Wireless Utility Icon
When the utility icon is displayed, it indicates that the Wireless USB
Adapter driver is installed properly.
Double-click the icon to open the SMC Connection Manager program,
providing quick access to the adapter settings.
The utility screens are similar in Microsoft Windows 2000, XP and Vista.
The interface for Windows XP is described in this user guide.