TRENDnet TEW-429UB User manual

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Copyright 2005
Version 1.0 (July, 2005)
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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.
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

IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment,
under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d)(2).
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
This device was tested for typical by stander conditions that may occur during use. To comply
with FCC RF exposure requirements a minimum separation distance of 1.5 cm must be main-
tained between the user’s body and the device, including the antenna.
TRENDware declares that TEW-429UB, ( FCC ID: SI5WHF430X ) is limited in CH1~CH11 for 2.4
GHz by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environ-
ment.
This device complies with FCC RF Exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment,
under 47 CFR 2.1093 paragraph (d) (2).
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

Glossary ....................................................................................................31
Table of Contents
Getting Started with the TEW-429UB ..........................................................1
Overview of the Wireless Client Utility ..........................................................................2
Working with Profiles ....................................................................................................3
Creating a Profile .....................................................................................................3
Modifying Profiles .....................................................................................................6
Checking for Available Access Points ........................................................................ 10
Disabling the Wireless Client Utility ............................................................................11
HotSpot Detector Hardware.......................................................................13
Charging TEW-429UB ................................................................................................ 13
Identifying Components .............................................................................................. 13
LCD Icons ..............................................................................................................13
Finding a HotSpot .................................................................................................. 14
Accessing a HotSpot .............................................................................................. 14
Exploring the Wireless Client Utility Screens ............................................15
The Network Screen ................................................................................................... 15
Wireless Setting ..................................................................................................... 16
TCP/IP Setting ....................................................................................................... 17
Link Information ...................................................................................................... 17
The Profile Screen ......................................................................................................18
Profile List .............................................................................................................. 19
The SiteSurvey Screen ............................................................................................... 20
Available Networks ................................................................................................. 20
Detailed Info. Screen .............................................................................................. 21
The Options Screen ....................................................................................................21
Options ................................................................................................................... 22
The Version Screen .................................................................................................... 22
Configuring Wireless Security ...................................................................23
Configuring Security ................................................................................................... 23
Configuring WEP .................................................................................................... 23
Configuring WPA & WPA2 ..................................................................................... 26
Configuring WPA-PSK & WPA2-PSK (to be supported) ........................................26
Configuring 802.1x ................................................................................................. 27
Configuring 802.1x – PEAP .................................................................................... 27
Configuring 802.1x – PEAP-TLS ............................................................................29

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Appendix .......................................................................................................... 33
Maintenance ................................................................................................................33
Checking the Wireless Client Utility Version ............................................................33
Uninstalling the Wireless Client Utility .....................................................................34
Upgrading the Wireless Client Utility .......................................................................34
Troubleshooting ...............................................................................................................
.................................................................................................................................35
Problems Starting the 802.11g Wireless Client Utility Program
Problems with the Link Status .................................................................................35
Problems with Security Settings
Specifications ..............................................................................................................36
Wi-Fi Radio: ............................................................................................................36

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Getting Started with the TEW-429UB
Congratulations on purchasing the TEW-429UB! The quick start guide included with your
TEW-429UB tells you how to install the Wireless Client Utility and how to operate the Hotspot
Detector features of the TEW-429UB.
This manual provides information for setting up and configuring the TEW-429UB. This manual is
intended for both home users and professionals. It is not required to read some of the more
technical information in this manual to operate and enjoy the TEW-429UB. It is included for your
reference only.
The following conventions are used in this manual:
LIKE NOTES AND TIPS, THE IMPORTANT SYMBOL INDICATES INFORMATION THAT
CAN IMPROVE NETWORKING. THIS INFORMATION SHOULD NOT BE OVERLOOKED.
THE NOTE SYMBOL INDICATES ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON THE TOPIC AT
HAND.
THE TIP SYMBOL INDICATES HELPFULL INFORMATION AND TIPS TO IMPROVE
YOUR NETWORK EXPERIENCE.
THE CAUTION SYMBOL ALERTS YOU TO SITUATIONS THAT MAY DEGRADE
YOUR NETWORKING EXPERIENCE OR COMPROMISE YOUR SECURITY.
NOTE

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Overview of the Wireless Client Utility
The Wireless Client Utility is included on the CD that shipped with the TEW-429UB. Install the utility
as described in the Quick Start Guide before attaching the TEW-429UB to your computer.
IMPORTANT
BESURE TO INSTALL THE WIRELESS CLIENT UTILITY BEFORE YOU ATTACH
THE TEW-429UB TO YOUR COMPUTER. ATTACHING THE TEW-429UB
BEFORE THE UTILITY IS INSTALLED COULD CAUSE THE INSTALLATION TO FAIL.
When the TEW-429UB is installed, it is configured to automatically
load when you start your computer. The utility icon displays in the
system tray at the bottom-right corner of your screen.
Double-click the TEW-429UB icon in the system tray, the following
Network screen opens:

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The Link Information pane provides information on your current connection. This same pane is
shows at the bottom of all screens so you are always aware of your connection status.
A profile is a record of the configuration you use to connect to a particular access point. Without
profiles, you would have to reconfigure the TEW-429UB each time you change access points.
Using the Profile screen you can configure the TEW-429UB to access your home network and your
office network. Each configuration is saved as a profile. Then when you go from the office to your
home you just select the appropriate profile.
CREATING A PROFILE
1. Click Profile
WHEN THE TEW-429UB IS NOT CONNECTED TO YOUR COMPUTER, MOST
SETTINGS IN THE WIRELESS CLIENT UTILITY ARE UNAVAILABLE. SETTINGS OR
BUTTONS THAT ARE NOT AVAILABLE ARE GRAYED OUT.
Working with Profiles
NOTE
YOU CAN CHANGE PROFILES WITHOUT REBOOTING YOUR COMPUTER. (PERHAPS
WHEN WALKING FROM ONE ACCESS POINT TO ANOTHER WITHIN YOUR OFFICE.) IF
YOU USE WINDOWS CONTROL PANEL TO CONFIGURE YOUR CONNECTIONS, YOU
MUST REBOOT THE COMPUTER WHEN CHANGING ACCESS POINTS.
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2. Click Add. The Wireless Client Utility Profile Wizard opens.
3. Type a descriptive name for the profile such as Office or CoffeeShop.
4. Click the drop-down arrow at Network Mode and select Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc. Choose
Infrastructure when connecting to an access point or wireless router. You will need to know the
SSID of the access point.
Choose Ad-Hoc when connecting directly to another computer without using an access point.
You can type anything for the SSID as long as the same SSID is used on the computer you are
connecting to.
5. In the SSID pane click Browse. The utility performs a site survey and displays the results.
The SSID (Service Set IDentifier) is the name assigned to a wireless Wi-Fi network. All devices
must use this case-sensitive name, which is a text string up to 32 bytes long, in order to
communicate.

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6. Select the SSID you want to connect to and click Add to Profile.
7. Click Next. The WLAN Security Configuration screen appears.
This screen reflects the security settings detected in the access point you want to connect to.
Security settings vary in complexity and you may have to consult your network administrator for
this information. See “Configuring Wireless Security” for more information.
8. Select the Security Mode from the drop-down list and then select the appropriate settings for the
security mode.

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9. Click Next
10. Click Save to complete the wizard and save the new profile. (If you do not want to activate the
profile, uncheck the Apply this profile now checkbox.)
MODIFYING PROFILES
You may need to modify settings for a profile. For example, if you purchase a new router, or if your
office administrator provides you with new security settings. Refer to the following to modify a profile.
1. Open the Wireless Client Utility and click Profile.

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2. Select the profile you want to modify and click Properties, the following window appears
3. Make the changes you want to the Basic Settings and click Advanced Settings.
Unless you have a thorough understanding of wireless networking, it is recommended that
you leave these settings at the defaults.

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4. Click WLAN Security.
Click the drop-down arrow at Security Mode to choose from the following settings:
Disabled (No Encryption)
All data sent between the access point and the client is left unencrypted and may be viewed by
other wireless devices.
WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)
Encrypts all traffic sent between the access point and the client using a shared key. When using
WEP encryption, only access points and PCs using the same WEP Key can communicate with
each other
WPA/WPA2
WPA encrypts all traffic between the access point and the client using either TKIP or AES
encryption. Depending on the authentication protocol selected, each client must authenticate
using their own unique username, password, and security certificate.
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK is a compromise between WPA/WPA2 and WEP. Like WEP, it uses a
pre-shared key that every user of the network must have in order to send and receive data. Like
WPA, it uses either TKIP or AES.
ITIS RECOMMEDED THAT YOU USE WPA/WPA2 OR WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
WHENEVER POSSIBLE. WPA (WI-FIPROTECTED ACCESS) PROVIDES STRON-
GER ENCRYPTION THAN THE EARLIER WEP (WIRED EQUIVALENT PRIVACY)
METHOD. WPA2 PROVIDES EVEN STRONGER ENCRYPTION, AUTHENTICATION
A
ND KEY MANAGEMENT.
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5. Make the changes you want and click TCP/IP Config.
Select the Use IP Changer checkbox. This allows you to bypass your existing wireless TCP/ IP
settings and configure TCP/IP settings for each profile.
Use DHCP
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) automatically assign IP addresses. Check this
radio button if your router is set to DHCP.
Use static IP below
Check this radio button if you have to enter a static IP address.

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Checking for Available Access Points
The number of access points or hot spots for public use is constantly increasing in major cities.
Many Web sites report on the locations of hot spots. Check the following Web sites for updated
information for your location.
•http://intel.jiwire.com
•www.hotspot-locations.com
•www.hotspotlist.com
•www.wififreespot.com
•www.wifinder.com
•www.wi-fizone.org
If you think you are in the vicinityof an access point,you can use the SiteSurvey screen to list the ones
available.
To scan for access points using the TEW-429UB, refer to the following.
1. Open the Wireless Client Utility and click SiteSurvey.
2. Available wireless networks are listed. Click Refresh anytime to update the list.
Remember, you do not have to turn on your computer to find access points.
You can use the hot spot finder functionality of the WHF-432/230 to locate
access points while you are walking around. See the Quick Start Guide for
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3. Select the network you want and click Connect. Or click Add To Profile if you want to connect
later.
For details about any of the listed access points, select it from the list and click Detailed Info to
see the following screen. (You can also double-click an access point to view the Detailed Info
screen.
Disabling the Wireless Client Utility
You may need to have Windows manage your wireless network settings. In that case, you should
disable the Wireless Client Utility. To disable the Wireless Client Utility refer to the following.
1. Open the Wireless Client Utility and click Options.

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2. Select the Let Windows manage this wireless adapter check box and click Apply Now.

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HotSpot Detector
This section explains the hardware section of the TEW-429UB.
Charging the TEW-429UB
The TEW-429UB is powered by a rechargeable battery. The battery must be charged before first
use as follows.
CAUTION
Most notebook computer USB connectors are horizontal.
The TEW-429UB should be connected with the display
facing up. If the USB connector on your computer is
vertical, connect the TEW-429UB carefully to avoid
damaging the connectors.
1. Remove the cap from the
TEW-429UB.
2. With the display facing up,
insert the TEW-429UB into a
USB connector on your
computer.
The icon on the LCD
screen indicating the battery
is charging.
Identifying Components
The illustration below shows the buttons and LEDs on the TEW-429UB.
Next
Power
Seek
Seek LED Power LED

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LCD Icons
The illustration below shows the icons in the LCD. All the icons will not necessarily appear
together as shown here.
Finding a Hot Spot
Refer to the following to find a hot spot.
3. Switch Power to ON.
The TEW-429UB boots and searches for hot spots.
4. Press Next to scroll the available hot spots.
Accessing a Hot Spot
5. Connect the TEW-429UB to your computer and open the Wireless Client Utility.
6. Open the SiteSurvey screen and select the hot spot you want to access.
7. Click Connect to access the hot spot.
1 SSID: Displays the SSID of the current connection. Scrolls
horizontally for longer names.
2 Channel: Displays the channel number of the current
connection.
3 Found: Displays the number of connections found. Up to 16
connections can be monitored.
4 Power: Indicates the battery status: low;
fully charged; recharging.
Press and hold the Seek button to scroll through
the three modes: [S]; [F]; and [D].
Scan results are ranked in order of signal
strength.
Only lists open hot spots ranked in order of
signal strength.
5 Scan mode:
Continually refreshes details of the selected hot
spot. Allows you to lock on and monitor the
signal strength as you move around.
6 Security Displays the security settings of the network:
[WEP]/[WPA] security enabled; security
disabled.
7 Signal
Strength
Displays the signal strength (five levels) and
radio band: [G]/[B] 802.11g/b.
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