ZyXEL Communications NWD3105 User manual

NWD3105
Wireless N-lite PCI Express Adapter
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Version 1.0.0
Edition 1, 05/2012
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Copyright © 2012
ZyXEL Communications Corporation

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FCC 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 or more 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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
In the U.S., Channel 12 and Channel 13 are banned to use according to the act of FCC. So
please kindly make sure your AP is working on other channel before you use it.

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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.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This device and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
“To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, this grant is applicable to only
Mobile Configurations. The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.”
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.
National restrictions
This device is intended for home and office use in all EU countries (and other countries following
the EU directive 1999/5/EC) without any limitation except for the countries mentioned below:
Country Restriction Reason/remark
Bulgaria None General authorization required for outdoor use
and public service

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France
Outdoor use limited to 10
mW e.i.r.p. within the band
2454-2483.5 MHz
Military Radiolocation use. Refarming of the 2.4 GHz
band has been ongoing in recent years to allow current
relaxed regulation. Full implementation planned 2012
Italy None If used outside of own premises, general authorization is
required
Luxembourg None General authorization required for network and service
supply(not for spectrum)
Norway Implemented
This subsection does not apply for the geographical
area within a radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-
Ålesund
Russian Federation None Only for indoor applications
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.

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CONTENTS
Package Contents ......................................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1Introduction............................................................................................. 2
Chapter 2Installation Guide.................................................................................... 4
Chapter 3Configuration for Windows XP............................................................ 13
Chapter 4Configuration for Windows Vista ........................................................ 27
Chapter 5Configuration for Windows 7............................................................... 30
Chapter 6WPS configuration................................................................................ 32
Chapter 7Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 38
Appendix A: Glossary ................................................................................................. 40

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Package Contents
The following contents should be found in your box:
One NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI Express Adapter
Detachable antenna
Low profile bracket
Quick Start Guide
ZyXEL Warranty Card
Support CD, content includes:
NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI-E Adapter Utility and Drivers
User’s Guide
Note:
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or
missing, please contact with your distributor.
Conventions:
The NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI Express Adapter may also be referred to as the ‘Adapter’ in this
user guide.

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Chapter 1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI Express Adapter.
1.1 Overview of the product
The adapter is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled wireless performance for your
PC. With a faster wireless connection, you can get a better Internet experience, such as
downloading, gaming, video streaming and so on.
The NWD3105’s auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer rate of up to 150Mbps for
maximum throughput. It has good capability on anti-jamming; it can also interoperate with other
wireless (802.11n/g/b) products. The adapter supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 encryption to
prevent outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed.
The Quick Setup Wizard guides you step by step through the installation process; the NWD3105
Wireless N-lite PCI-E Adapter Utility helps you create a wireless connection immediately.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the NWD3105 is the
best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity.
1.2 Features
IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11b standards
Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE 802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption,
WEP encryption
Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology to provide a wireless data rate of up to
150Mbps
supports automatically adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
Provides PCI-E interface
Supports Ad-Hoc and Infrastructure modes
Good capability on anti-jamming
Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode

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Easy to configure and provides monitoring information
Drivers supports Windows XP/Vista/7
Note:
This device leverages some 802.11n features to provide improved performance and coverage
compared to 802.11a/g devices, and fully interoperates with 802.11n products if they are Wi-Fi
CERTIFIED, but it does not conform to all of the requirements in the IEEE specification and is
not classified as "n" in the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED program.
1.3 LED Status
Color Status Working Status
Green Off The driver has not been installed.
Green Slowly blinking The driver has been installed but there is no data being
transmitted or received.
Green Fast blinking There is data being transmitted or received.

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Chapter 2 Installation Guide
2.1 Hardware Installation
To install the adapter, follow these steps listed below:
1. Turn off your desktop PC and disconnect the power.
2. Remove your PC case and locate an available PCI-E slot on the mainboard. Remove the
metal slot cover on the back of the PC. Check with your computer manufacturer for
instructions if needed.
3. Slide the PCI-E Adapter into the PCI-E slot. Make sure that all of its pins are touching the
slot's contacts. Once the adapter is firmly in place, secure its fastening tab to your PC's
chassis with a mounting screw. Then, close your PC case.
4. Reconnect your PC’s power and turn on your desktop PC.
2.2 Software Installation
2.2.1 Overview
The Adapter’s Setup Wizard will guide you through the Installation procedure for Windows XP.
The Setup Wizard will install the NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI-E Adapter Utility and drivers.
When you install the hardware prior to before installing the software, the system will prompt
“Found New Hardware Wizard”, click Cancel, and run the Setup Wizard program on the CD-
ROM.
2.2.2 Software Installation for Windows XP
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. To continue, find the CD/DVD drive where
the installation CD was placed. Open NWD3105 folder, and double-click Setup.exe. Then
the following screen for preparing setup will appear.

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Figure 2-1
2. Soon, XFigure 2-2Xwill display after a moment. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-2

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3. After that, you should choose a Setup type. It is recommended that you select Install Client
Utilities and Driver. Select Install Driver Only to install driver only. (shown in XFigure 2-3).
Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-3
4. Click Browse to change the destination location for the software, then click Next in the
screen below (shown in XFigure 2-4).
Figure 2-4

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5. After that, select the program folder, you should create a new folder name or select one
from the Existing Folders list. It is recommended that you keep the default setting. Click
Next to continue the installation.
Figure 2-5
6. Choose configuration tool, if you are not sure, please leave it default. Then click Next to
continue.
Figure 2-6

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7. Click OK to continue the Installation. Wait a while for the setup as shown in Figure 2-7 X.
Figure 2-7
Note:
For Windows XP, the Setup Wizard will notify you of how to proceed with the installation during
these steps (shown in XFigure 2-8X). Our drivers have been tested thoroughly, and are able to
work with the operating system. Click Continue Anyway to continue the Installation.
Figure 2-8

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8. After all the steps above, you will see the screen below, click Finish to reboot the system.
Figure 2-9
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2.2.3 Software Installation for Windows Vista/ Windows 7
1. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. To continue, find the CD/DVD drive where
the installation CD was placed. Open NWD3105 folder, and double-click Setup.exe. Then
the following screen for preparing setup will appear.

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Figure 2-10
2. Soon, Figure 2-11 will display after a moment. Click Next to continue.
Figure 2-11

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3. Click Yes to continue.
Figure 2-12
4. The following page will display and please wait a moment.
Figure 2-13
Note:
For Windows Vista/ Windows 7, the Setup Wizard will notify you of how to proceed with the
installation during these steps (shown in Figure 2-14). Our drivers have been tested thoroughly,
and are able to work with the operating system. Click Install this driver software anyway to
continue the Installation.

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Figure 2-14
5. Click Finish to complete the installation.
Figure 2-15

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Chapter 3 Configuration for Windows XP
NWD3105 can be configured by NWD3105 Wireless N-lite PCI-E Adapter Utility in Windows XP.
This chapter describes how to configure your Adapter for wireless connectivity on your Wireless
Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the data security encryption features.
After Installing the Adapter, the Adapter’s tray icon will appear in your system tray. It appears
at the bottom of the screen, and shows the signal strength using color and the received signal
strength indication (RSSI).
If the icon is gray, there is no connection.
If the icon is red, there is poor signal strength and the RSSI is less than 5dB.
If the icon is yellow, there is poor signal strength and the RSSI is between 5dB and 10dB.
If the icon is green, there is good signal strength and the RSSI is between 10dB and 20dB.
If the icon is green, there is excellent signal strength and the RSSI is more than 20dB.
Double-click the icon and the utility will run. You can also run the utility by clicking the Start →All
Programs →Wireless N-lite PCI-E Adapter Utility. The utility provides some integrated and
easy tools to:
Display current status information
Edit and add configuration profiles
Display current diagnostics information
The section below introduces these above capabilities.

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3.1 Current Status
The Current Status tab contains general information about the program and its operations. The
Current Status tab needn’t any configurations.
Figure 3-1
The following table describes the items found on the Current Status screen.
Profile Name - This shows the name of current selected configuration profile. The
configuration of Profile name will be described on the General tab of Profile Management.
Link Status - This shows whether the station is associated to the wireless network.
Wireless Mode - Here displays the wireless mode.
Network Type - The type of network and the station currently connected are shown here.
The options include:
Infrastructure (access point)
Ad Hoc
Note:
You can configure the network type and wireless mode on the Advanced tab of Profile
Management.