TRENDnet TEW-421PC User manual

TEW-421PC
TEW-423PI
Quick Installation Guide

Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Version 06.05.2006
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Troubleshooting ........................................................................................
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1. Before You Start
2. .....................................................................................
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How to Install
3. Using the Wireless Adapter ..............................................................

System Requirements
Application
32-bit CardBus Type II Card slot (TEW-421PC)
32-bit PCI 2.2 slot (TEW-423PI)
CD-ROM Drive
CPU: Intel Pentium 300MHz or above
Memory: 32MB RAM or above
Windows XP/2000/ME/98SE
TEW-421PC/TEW-423PI
Utility & Driver CD-ROM
Quick Installation Guide
Package Contents
1. Before You Start
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Cable/DSL
Modem
Internet
Workstation with
Wireless PCI Adapter
(TEW-423PI)
Notebook with
Wireless PC Card
(TEW-421PC)
Workstation with Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter
(TEW-429UB)
54Mbps
Wireless Firewall Router
(TEW-432BRP)
802.11g
54Mbps Wireless

2. How to Install
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1. Insert the Utility & Driver CD-
ROM into your computer's CD-
ROM Drive and then click Install
Utility.
2. Follow the InstallShield Wizard
instructions and then click Finish.
3. Select the appropriate country
domain and then click OK.
Important! DO NOT install the PCI adapter or PC Card in the computer until
instructed to do so.
For Windows Users

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Note: Please refer to your computer's user manual regarding hardware
installation. Then proceed to the appropriate section below.
TEW-421PC
TEW-423PI
5. Insert PC Card firmly into an
available PC Card slot on the
notebook PC and then turn ON the
computer and wait until the
Windows desktop appears.
9. Insert PCI Card firmly into an
available PCI Card slot on the
desktop PC, attach the included
antenna, and then turn ON the
computer and wait until the
Windows desktop appears.
4. Shutdown your computer.
7. Shutdown your computer.
6. Go to Step 10.
8. Open your computer's case.

10. The Found New Hardware
Wizard appears. Select No, not
this time and then click Next.
12. Select the Windows XP drivers
and then click Next.
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Windows XP
11. Click Install the software
automatically (Recommended)
and then click Next.
Note: For installation instructions for Windows 98SE and ME, refer to the User
Guide on the Utility and User Guide CD-ROM. For Windows 2000, skip to step
14. For Windows XP, continue on to step 10.
13. Click Finish.

16. Click Next.
Windows 2000
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14. The Found New Hardware
Wizard appears. Click Next.
15. Select Search for a suitable
driver for my device
(recommended) and then click
Next.
18. Click Finish.
17. Click Next.
Your installation is now complete.

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1. Go into the Control Panel and
double-click the Network
Connections icon. Right-click
Wireless Network Connection
icon and click Properties.
Note: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility must first be disabled. If
it is already disabled, then go to Step 3.
3. Using the Wireless Adapter
2. Click the Wireless Networks tab,
uncheck Use Windows to
configure my wireless network
settings, and then click OK.
3. Double-click the Wireless icon in
your system tray.

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4. Click Site Survey.
5. Click the SSID that matches your
wireless access point and then
click Connect.
6. Set Profile settings of the wireless
network and then click Apply.
Wireless configuration is now complete.
For detailed information regarding the TEW-421PC/TEW-423PI configuration
and advanced settings, please refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility
& Driver CD-ROM or TRENDnet's website at www.trendnet.com

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I inserted the TEW-421PC/TEW-423PI CD-ROM into my computer's CD-ROM Drive and the
installation menu does not appear automatically. What should I do?
If the installation menu does not appear automatically, click Start, click Run, and type
D:\Autorun.exe where "D" in "D:\Autorun.exe" is the letter assigned to your computer's CD-ROM
Drive. Then click OK to start the installation.
How do I install the wireless card on Windows 98SE or ME?
Please refer to the User's Guide included on the Utility & Driver CD-ROM.
I completed all the steps in the quick installation guide, but my card is not connecting to my
access point. What should I do?
You should first verify that the Network Name (SSID) matches your wireless router or
access point's SSID. If they already match, you should check your TCP/IP properties to ensure that
Obtain an IP Address Automatically is selected. Refer to your Windows User's Manual if you are
unable to locate your TCP/IP properties.
Windows is unable to recognize my hardware. What should I do?
ake sure your computer meets the minimum requirements as specified in Section 1 of
this quick installation guide. Second, you must install the wireless configuration utility BEFORE you
physically install your network card. Third, move the wireless card to a different PCI/PC
Card Slot.
I cannot open the wireless configuration utility. What should I do?
Access your device manager to make sure the adapter is installed properly. If you see a
networking device with a yellow question mark or exclamation point, you will need to reinstall the
device and/or the drivers. To access your device manager, right-click My Computer, click
Properties, click the Hardware tab, and then click Device Manager.
If you still encounter problems or have any questions regarding the TEW-421PC/TEW-423PI, please refer
to the User's Guide included on the Utility & Driver CD-ROM or contact Trendnet's Technical Support
Department.
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Troubleshooting

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.
ADVERTENCIA
En todos nuestros equipos se mencionan claramente las caracteristicas del adaptador de
alimentacón necesario para su funcionamiento. El uso de un adaptador distinto al
mencionado puede producir daños fisicos y/o daños al equipo conectado. El adaptador
de alimentación debe operar con voltaje y frecuencia de la energia electrica domiciliaria
existente en el pais o zona de instalación.
TEW-421PC: 0950-04-2375
TEW-423PI: 0949-04-2375
Certifications
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC and CE 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.
Waste electrical and electronic products must not
be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with you Local
Authority or Retailer for recycling advice.
Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem
direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações
do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando
em caráter primário.

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