Page 2 - GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter 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 ...
Page 3 - Contents
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Contents Chapter 1 Introduction ............................................................................................ 1 Overview ............................................................................................. 1 Features ............................
Page 4 - Chapter 1 Introduction; Overview
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Chapter 1 Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing GIGABYTE’s GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter. It works as an Access Point as well as in Ad-Hoc / Ethernet Adapter mode based on the IEEE 802.11g standard providing speeds of 54Mbps bandwidth – 5 times faster t...
Page 5 - Package Contents
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Package Contents Before installing, please examine the components to ensure that none were damaged during shipping. The package contents of the GN-MD01 shall include: GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Power Adapter Installation CD containing User’s Guide User’s Guid...
Page 6 - Status LEDs; Side View
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Status LEDs LED’s Please see the table below for a description of the LEDs: Label Activity Description Power On (Green) Off On (Orange) Unit is receiving power and functioning Unit is not receiving power Unit is receiving power but not functioning Q-Link On (Green) ...
Page 7 - Chapter 2 QUICK INSTALLATION; System Requirements
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Chapter 2 QUICK INSTALLATION System Requirements Suggested Specifications for Game Console installation: • Ethernet patch cable • An Ethernet Ready game console Connect to Game Console (XBOX) Step1 Plug the power adapter cord into the router’s power jack and then pl...
Page 8 - How to use XBOX Live with the Game Adapter?
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter How to use XBOX Live with the Game Adapter? AP or Wireless Router MD01 (Ethernet Adapter) XBOX Step1 Set the GN-MD01 in Ethernet Adapter mode. Step2 Using an Ethernet cable connect the GN-MD01 with your PC or Notebook. Step3 Assign a static IP address to your comput...
Page 10 - Case 2 Two GN-MD01 Game Adapters
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Step10. Set the IP address of XBOX as “ Automatic ”. Step11. Please go back to NETWORK SETTINGS and choose “ Connect ”. Step12. You can now start playing your Games. (Please refer to the Game Software installation guide for more detail information.) Note : For XBOX,...
Page 13 - Case1 Two GIGABYTE GN-MD01 Game Adapters; Case2 Two GIGABYTE GN-MD01 Game Adapters
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Using Q-Link for your Game Console (XBOX System link-Head to Head) Case1 Two GIGABYTE GN-MD01 Game Adapters Ad-Hoc Mode to Ad-Hoc Mode MD01 (Ad-Hoc) XBOX MD01 (Ad-Hoc) XBOX Step1 Set both game adapters in Ad-Hoc mode Step2 Press the Q-Link button on the GN-MD01 abou...
Page 15 - Chapter 3 Configuration - Using A Web-Browser; Using Web-based Configuration
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Chapter 3 Configuration - Using A Web-Browser This section explains the web-based configuration method of setting up the Game Adapter. Any Internet Explorer 5.0 or above or Netscape Communicator 6.0 or above may be used to administer the GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Ad...
Page 16 - Configuring the Adapter for Access Point Mode Access; Status
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Configuring the Adapter for Access Point Mode Access Status You can use this status screen to view the Game Adapter’s system information, current connection status and configuration. Wireless Basic Settings The Game Adapter will automatically detect and display your...
Page 18 - Wireless Security Setting
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Wireless Security Setting Use this feature to set up the security types for the Game Adapter. Five security types are available: Open System, Shared Key, 802.1x, WPA and WPA Pre-Shared Key. * Open system Allows any device to connect to the network, assuming that the...
Page 22 - WDS Settings
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter WDS Settings The WDS function allows several of the access points to compose a wide Wireless LAN network. Please note all APs must be set to use the same channel and the SSID of all participating APs must also be the same . WDS technologies between AP manufacturers ...
Page 23 - Wireless Access Control
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Wireless Access Control You may specify users based on their MAC addresses that are authorized to connect to the AP. Only computers listed in the table can connect to AP when this function is enabled. 20
Page 25 - System Settings-Password Setup
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter System Settings-Password Setup Here you can set up administrator’s user name and password to protect administrative access to the AP. Key in a password and confirm, then press Apply Changes. Note, if you leave the password fields blank, password feature is disabled....
Page 27 - Statistics
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Statistics Statistics shows you the packets flow status on the wireless LAN and Ethernet. 24
Page 28 - Upgrade Firmware
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Upgrade Firmware Upgrade the firmware with the latest firmware version available for download from the GIGABYTE website. 25
Page 29 - About
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter About View firmware information. Logout Logout from the configuration webpage when finished setup. Reboot Reboot the GN-MD01. The system may take up to 30 seconds to save your settings, please allow the system to reboot itself. 26
Page 30 - Configuring the Adapter for Ad-Hoc Mode Access
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Configuring the Adapter for Ad-Hoc Mode Access Status You can use this status screen to view the Game Adapter’s system information, current connection status and configuration. 27
Page 31 - AP Site Survey
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter AP Site Survey This AP Site Survey screen shows the wireless networks that the AirCruiser G Game Adapter detects. The SSID, BSSID, RSSI, Channel, Encryption, Auth, Network Type for each network are displayed. Wireless Basic Settings The Game Adapter will automatical...
Page 41 - Configuring the Adapter for Ethernet Adapter Mode Access
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Configuring the Adapter for Ethernet Adapter Mode Access Status You can use this status screen to view the Game Adapter’s system information, current connection status and configuration. 38
Page 43 - Wireless Basic Settings
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Wireless Basic Settings The Game Adapter will automatically detect your wireless settings. Typically, modification to the default settings is required. Changes of these settings will influence your wireless connection and performance. SSID ESSID (or SSID as it is us...
Page 52 - Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter gives information about troubleshooting your AirCruiser G Game Adapter. Read the descriptions below for assistance is diagnosing and solving the problem. Q: What to do if you forget your password or forget the IP address of the...
Page 53 - Appendix A: Glossary
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Appendix A: Glossary 10BaseT The most common cabling method for Ethernet. 10BaseT conforms to IEEE standard 802.3. It was developed to enable data communications over unshielded twisted pair (telephone) wiring at speeds of up to 10 megabits per second up to distance...
Page 57 - Appendix B: Specifications; Physical Interface; Item Contents; Specifications
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Appendix B: Specifications Physical Interface The Wireless Access Point includes one Ethernet LAN port, one Initialize button and one antenna. Item Contents Description 1. Ethernet port 10/100Mbps Ethernet RJ-45 with auto-sensing and auto MDI/MDIX 2. Q-Link button (...
Page 58 - Appendix C: PC Configuration; TCP/IP Settings Under Windows 2000
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Appendix C: PC Configuration To connect to the AP, your computer needs to be located in the same Subnet as the AP. Please follow the instructions given to setup in a TCP/IP network environment. By default, Windows 98, Me , 2000 and XP already have TCP/IP installed. ...
Page 61 - TCP/IP Settings under Windows XP
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter TCP/IP Settings under Windows XP Step 1. Click the “Start” in the desktop of the Windows to select “Settings” , and then select the “Control Panel” . Step 2. Double-click the “Network Connections” icon. 58
Page 64 - Limited Warranty Statement; KEEP THIS STUB FOR YOUR PURCHASING RECORD
GN-MD01 AirCruiser G Game Adapter Limited Warranty Statement 1-Year Warranty GIGABYTE makes warranty to the original consumer/purchaser that the product is free from defects in materials and workmanship from the time of purchase and for a limited time of one year thereafter. This warranty is null an...