TRENDnet WUB-370L User manual

802.11n/g/b Wireless USB Compact Adapter
Model: WUB-370L
User's Guide

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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:
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.
SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with USB slot,
and product could be used in typical laptop computer with USB slot. Other application
like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified and may not compliance with
related RF exposure rule and such use shall be prohibited.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are
country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match the
intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.

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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.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.

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Table of Contents
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Interference statement 2
CE Mark Warning 3
Chapter 1 – Wireless LAN Networking
Transmission Rate 5
Type of Wireless Networks 5
Ad-Hoc (IBSS) Network 5
Infrastructure (BSS) Network 6
Wireless LAN Security 9
Data Encryption with WEP 10
Chapter 2 - Getting Started
About Your 802.11b/g WLAN USB2.0 Adapter 11
Package Content 11
System Requirement 11
LED Definition 11
Wireless Utility and Adapter Hardware Installation 12
Using the Utility to Configure Your Network 16
Link Information 16
Site Survey 17
Profile 19
Chapter 3 – Maintenance
Uninstalling the Driver 24
Uninstall the Client Utility 24
Upgrading the Wireless Utility 24
Glossary 25

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Chapter 1- Wireless LAN Networking
This section provides background information on wireless LAN networking technology.
T HE INFORMATION IN THIS SECTION IS FOR YOUR REFERENCE. C HANGING
NETWORK SETTINGS AND PARTICULARLY SECURITY SETTTINGS SHOULD
ONLY BE DONE BYANAUTHORIZED ADMINISTRATOR.
Transmission Rate (Transfer Rate)
The adapter provides various transmission (data) rate options for you to select. Options
include FullyAuto, 1 Mbps, 2 Mbps, 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, 6 Mbps, 9 Mbps, 12 Mbps, 18 Mbps,
22 Mbps, 24 Mbps, 36 Mbps, 48 Mbps, 54 Mbps and 108Mbps. In most networking
scenarios, the factory default FullyAuto setting proves the most efficient. This setting allows
your adapter to operate at the maximum transmission (data) rate. When the communication
quality drops below a certain level, the adapter automatically switches to a lower
transmission (data) rate. Transmission at lower data speeds is usually more reliable.
However, when the communication quality improves again, the adapter gradually increases
the transmission (data) rate again until it reaches the highest available transmission rate.
Types of Wireless Networks
Wireless LAN networking works in either of the two modes: ad-hoc and infrastructure. In
infrastructure mode, wireless devices communicate to a wired LAN via access points. Each
access point and its wireless devices are known as a Basic Service Set (BSS). An Extended
Service Set (ESS) is two or more BSSs in the same subnet. In ad hoc mode (also known as
peer-to-peer mode), wireless devices communicate with each other directly and do not use
an access point. This is an Independent BSS (IBSS).
To connect to a wired network within a coverage area using access points, set the adapter
operation mode to Infrastructure (BSS). To set up an independent wireless workgroup without
an access point, use Ad-hoc (IBSS) mode.
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D -H OC (IBSS) N ETWORK
Ad-hoc mode does not require an access point or a wired network. Two or more wireless
stations communicate directly to each other. An ad-hoc network may sometimes be referred
to as an Independent Basic Service Set (IBSS).
To set up an ad-hoc network, configure all the stations in ad-hoc mode. Use the same SSID
and channel for each .

When a number of wireless stations are connected using a single access point, you have a
Basic Service Set (BSS).
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In the ESS diagram below, communication is done through the access points, which relay
data packets to other wireless stations or devices connected to the wired network. Wireless
stations can then access resources, such as a printer, on the wired network.

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In an ESS environment, users are able to move from one access point to another without
losing the connection. In the diagram below, when the user moves from BSS (1) to BSS (2)
the adapter automatically switches to the channel used in BSS (2).
Roaming in an ESS network diagram

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W IRELESS LAN S ECURITY
Because wireless networks are not as secure as wired networks, its vital that security
settings are clearly understood and applied.
The list below shows the possible wireless security levels on your adapter starting with the
most secure. EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol) is used for authentication and utilizes
dynamic WEP key exchange. EAP requires interaction with a RADIUS (Remote
Authentication Dial-In User Service) server either on the WAN or the LAN to provide
authentication service for wireless stations.
1. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)
2. IEEE802.1X EAP with RADIUS Server authentication
3. WEP Encryption
4. Unique ESSID

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D ATA E NCRYPTION WITH WEP
The WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) security protocol is an encryption method designed to try
to make wireless networks as secure as wired networks. WEP encryption scrambles all data
packets transmitted between the adapter and the access point or other wireless stations to
keep network communications private. Both the wireless stations and the access points must
use the same WEP key for data encryption and decryption.
There are two ways to create WEP keys in your adapter.
•Automatic WEP key generation based on a password phrase called a passphrase.
The passphrase is case sensitive. You must use the same passphrase for all WLAN
adapters with this feature in the same WLAN.
•For WLAN adapters without the passphrase feature, you can still take advantage of
this feature by writing down the four automatically generated WEP keys from the
Security Settings screen of the wireless utility and entering them manually as the WEP
keys in the other WLAN adapter(s).
The adapter allows you to configure up to four WEP keys and only one key is used as the
default transmit key at any one time.
T HE adapter SUPPORTS UP TO FOUR 64- BIT , 128- BIT , AND 152- BIT WEP KEYS. T HE 152- BIT
WEP MUST COMPLY WITH THE WEP SETTING OF YOURACCESS POINT OR ROUTER.
D O NOTATTEMPT TO CONFIGURE OR CHANGE SECURITYSETTTINGS FOR A
NETWORK WITHOUTAUTHORIZATIONAND WITHOUT CLEARLY UNDERSTANDING
THE SETTINGS YOUARE APPLING. W ITH POOR SECURITY SETTINGS, SENSITIVE
DATAYOU SEND CAN BE SEEN BYOTHERS.

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Chapter 2 - Getting Started
This chapter introduces the Adapter and prepares you to use the Wireless Utility.
2.1 About Your 802.11b/g WLAN USB2.0 Adapter
The Adapter is an 802.11n, 802.11b, and 802.11g compliant wireless LAN adapter. With the
Adapter, you can enjoy wireless mobility within almost any wireless networking environment.
The following lists the main features of your Adapter.
Your Adapter can communicate with other IEEE 802.11n/b/g compliant wireless
devices.
Automatic rate selection.
Standard data transmission rates up to 54 Mbps
Proprietary Atheros transmission rates of 108 Mbps
Offers 64-bit, 128-bit and 152-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) data encryption
for network security.
Supports IEEE802.1x and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access).
Low CPU utilization allowing more computer system resources for other programs.
A built-in antenna.
Driver support for Windows XP/2000.
2.2 Package Content
802.11n/b/g WLAN USB2.0 Adapter
Installation and Manual CD
Quick Start Guide
Warranty/Registration Card
2.3 System Requirement
Pentium class notebook computers with at least one available USB slot
Microsoft Windows XP or 2K
CD-ROM drive
2.4 LED Definition
The following table describes the LED on the 802.11n/b/g WLAN USB2.0Adapter
COLOR STATUS DESCRIPTION
OFF No power
ON Wireless connected without data traffic
Slow Blinking Power on without wireless connection
Blue
Normal Blinking Wireless connected with data traffic

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2.5 Wireless Utility & Adapter Hardware Installation
NOTE: If you have connected the USB Adapter to your computer, please
remove it first.
Follow the instructions below to install the USB Adapter and Utility.
STEP 1
Insert the Driver and Utility CD into CD drive
STEP 2
If your CD Autorun is enabled, the installation procedures will be started. (Otherwise open
your CD folder and double-click on the “setup.exe” file)
STEP 3
The InstallShield Wizard prepares for installation.
STEP 4
The InstallShield Wizard prompts you for confirmation. Click Next on the following menu.
STEP 5
In the destination Folder screen you are asked to confirm the Destination Folder for the
application software. If you would like, you may change the destination folder to another
location. Click Next

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STEP 6
The wizard is ready to begin installation. Click Install on it.
STEP 7
The InstallShield Wizard setup for installation.

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STEP 8
Click Finish to complete the client utility installation.
STEP 9
At this moment please insert your USBAdapter to your Laptop, After the following window
pop up, click Next on the Fund New Hardware Wizard
STEP 10
Choose “Install the software automatically” , and click Next.

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STEP 11
Click Finish to complete the installation.

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2.6 Using the Utility to Configure Your Network
The following are explanations on how to configure and use the Utility program. After
completing the installation procedure, a new icon as shown below will automatically appear
in the lower right tray bar.
Hold your mouse pointer over the icon, and press the right mouse button to open the
Wireless Client Utility.
The Wireless Client Utility window as shown below will appear.
The user can now use any of the management functions available in the IEEE 802.11
Wireless Client Utility.
2.6.1 Link Information
Click the Link Information tab to see general information about the program and its
operations. The Link Information tab does not require any configuration.
The following table describes the items found on the Link Information screen.

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Wireless Network Status
Profile Name The name of the current selected configuration profile. Set up the
configuration name on the Profile tab.
SSID Displays the wireless network name.
Link Status Shows whether the station is associated to the wireless network.
Network Type
The type of network the station is connected to. The options
include:
Infrastructure (access point)
Ad Hoc
Wireless Mode Displays the wireless mode. 802.11g or 11b
Channel
Shows the currently connected channel.
Transmit Rate Displays the current transmit rate in Mbps.
AP MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the access point the wireless
adapter is associated to.
Signal Strength Shows the strength of the signal.
Security Status
Security Shows the security type – Disable, WEP, WPA/WPA2,
WAP-PSK/WAP2-PSK or 802.1X
Authentication Displays the authentication mode.
TCP/IP Status
IP Address Displays the computer's IP address.
Subnet Mask Displays subnet mask
Gateway Displays gateway address
2.6.2 Site Survey
Click the Site Survey tab to see available infrastructure and ad hoc networks. On this screen,
click Refresh to refresh the list at any time.

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Connecting to a different network
Hold your mouse pointer over the network icon, and click the right mouse button to select the
network.
Click the Connect button to connect the available network. If no configuration profile
exists for that network, the Profile Settings window opens to ask to create a profile for the
network. Follow the procedures to create profile for that network.
2.6.3 Profile
To add a new configuration profile, click Add on the Profile tab.
To modify a configuration profile, select the configuration from the Profile list and click the
Edit button.

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Scan Available Networks
Click the Browse button on the Profile Settings screen to scan for available infrastructure
and ad hoc networks. On this list, click Refresh to refresh the list at any time.
To configure a profile for Ad-Hoc or Infrastructure mode, select the Network Type field on the
Profile Settings.
Click Next to continue the profile setting.

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To define the security mode, select the security button of the desired security mode. And
then click Next to continue. Please see following table for details of security modes.
WPA/WPA2
Enables the use of Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).
Choosing WPA/WPA2 opens the WPA/WPA2 Security Settings
screen. The options include:
TLS (Transport Layer Security) is a Point-to-Point Protocol
(PPP) extension supporting additional authentication methods
within PPP. Transport Layer Security (TLS) provides for mutual
authentication, integrity-protected cipher suite negotiation, and key
exchange between two endpoints .
PEAP (EAP-GTC) ( Protected Extensible Authentication
Protocol) authenticates wireless LAN clients using only
server-side digital certificates by creating an encrypted SSL/TLS
tunnel between the client and the authentication server. The tunnel
then protects the subsequent user authentication exchange.
PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2) ( Protected Extensible
Authentication Protocol) To use PEAP (EAP-MSCHAP V2)
security, the server must have WPA-PEAP certificates, and
the server properties must already be set. Check with the IT
manager
TTLS (Tunneled Transport Layer Security) An EAP variant that
provides mutual authentication using a certificate for server
authentication, and via a secure TLS tunnel for the client
LEAP (Lightweight and Efficient Application Protocol)
is the general framework for a set of high-performance,
efficient protocols which are ideal for mobile and wireless
applications. LEAP is designed to address all the technical
requirements of the wireless data communications industry,
and is oriented towards providing the greatest benefit to the
industry and the consumer
WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Enables WPA/WPA2 Passphrase security.
Fill in the WPA/WPA2 Passphrase on Security Settings screen.
802.1x
Enables 802.1x security. This option requires IT administration.
Choosing 802.1x opens the 802.1x Security Settings screen. The
options include: