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Page 3 - WARNING; Do not bend the cable too much. If the USB cable is damaged, replace it.; iii
WLI-USB-L11G Manual This section explains the symbols, signs and terminology used in this manual. A PC with the MELCO USB client installed is called the Wireless LAN PC.The following terminology is used in this manual to distinguish between an Ethernet 10/100BASE-T LANand a Wireless LAN and should n...
Page 4 - CAUTION; iv
CAUTION Strongly recommended: To prevent damage due to the static electricity touch a metal object such asa door handle or metal window before touching the device. Static electricity may result in damage to the equipment. Strongly recommended: For usage of the PC and peripheral, refer to the product...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
Table of Contents 1 Before Using the AirStation 1 1.1 Introducing USB client (WLI-USB-L11G) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.2 AirStation wireless network scenarios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.3 Peer-to-peer workgroup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 7 - Before Using the AirStation; This AirStation USB Client is:; AirStation Wireless Network Scenarios; The AirStation USB Client enables you to:
1 Before Using the AirStation 1.1 Introducing AirStation USB Client - WLI-USB-L11G The AirStation USB Client is a wireless network USB Client that complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard on wireless LANs (Revision B). The AirStation USB Client supports data rates up to 11 Mbps. This AirStation USB C...
Page 8 - Enterprise Networking
1.3 Peer-to-Peer Workgroup The Peer-to-Peer workgroup configuration enables you to quickly set up a small wireless workgroup,where the workgroup participants can exchange files using features like “Files and Printer Sharing”as supported by Microsoft Networking. You can use this option to setup a tem...
Page 9 - AirStation USB Client Features; Lan Network
1.6 AirStation USB Client Features The AirStation USB Client is a wireless network device that is connected through a USB cable to anystandard USB connector. The AirStation USB Client has two LED indicators and a USB connector. A. Power ON/OFF LED • Solid Green - standard operational mode• Orange - ...
Page 11 - Installing your USB Client; Connect your USB Client to your computer; Verify USB Client Package Contents; The AirStation CD-ROM; Before You Start the Installation
2 Installing your USB Client 2.1 Quick overview This chapter describes the installation of the AirStation USB Client for Microsoft Windows operating systems only. 1. Verify USB package contents (below) 2. Connect your USB Client to your computer 3. Follow the instructions on the screen to install th...
Page 12 - Installing the Client Manager Software
6 Driver Installation for Windows To install the driver proceed as follows:1. If Windows starts the Add New Hardware wizard follow the instructions of the Search For the Best Driver For Your Device (Recommended) and click Next to install the driver. When you are prompted to locate the driver install...
Page 13 - Basic Settings for Enterprise Networks
2.5 Basic Settings for Enterprise Networks If you wish to connect to an Enterprise Network, your PC should connect to the nearest AirStation first.For the connection, start the Client Manager. 1. After selecting MELCO Wireless LAN Client Manager program click File Menu and Select Manual . Define the...
Page 15 - where you saved the downloaded files.; Yes; button to restart your computer.; After Restarting Your Computer; • Check the LEDs on your USB Client. The following should be visible:
• If the Windows operating system prompts you to identify the location of the AirStation driver files (typically file names starting with the characters “WLIL11xx.*” or “NETL11xx.*”) specify the drive and directory of the AirStation Software: • If installing from the AirStation CD-ROM specify the dr...
Page 16 - Using AirStation and Windows; This chapter provides general information about:; Using your USB Client; Radio Antennas; Viewing Other Computers; Start Windows Explorer.; Network Neighborhood; item to display all stations in your Microsoft
3 Using AirStation and Windows 3.1 Introduction This chapter provides general information about: • Using your USB Client• Viewing Other Computers• Using the Client Manager• Viewing Wireless Link Quality• View/Modifying USB Client Settings• Finding More Information 3.2 Using your USB Client Radio Ant...
Page 17 - Using the Client Manager
4. To display other workgroups in the network environment, double-click the Entire Network icon. 5. If there is a second network operating system running in your network environment (for example a Novell NetWare network), the “Entire Network” window, will also display available servers running under...
Page 19 - Advanced Configurations; Encryption Parameters Tab; Encryption needs to be the same for all AirStation stations.; Advanced Parameters Tab
4 Advanced Configurations 4.1 Introduction Although your AirStation USB Client will work fine in most network environments, you may wish to explore the Advanced Parameters options as displayed in the Network Properties Edit Configuration window: • Encryption Parameters Tab• Advanced Parameters Tab• ...
Page 20 - A. USB Client Specifications; • NDIS5 Miniport Driver
A. USB Client Specifications Physical SpecificationsPower Characteristics Dimensions (LxWxH) 63 x 87 x 146 mm Weight 168 gram Cable length 100 cm Temperature & HumidityOperation 0° to 40° C 1 maximum humidity 95% Transit -20° to 75° C maximum humidity 95% (no condensation allowed) Storage -20° t...
Page 21 - Data Rate; The USB Client uses an automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism.; Radio Characteristics
Data Rate • High 11 Mb/s• Medium 5.5 Mb/s• Standard 2 Mb/s• Low 1 Mb/s The USB Client uses an automatic Transmit Rate Select mechanism. Radio Characteristics R-F Frequency Band 2.4 GHz (2400-2500 MHz) Number of selectable sub-channels 11Modulation Technique Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum • CCK for ...
Page 22 - AirStation IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets; Open Office environments
AirStation IEEE 802.11 Channels Sets The range of the wireless signal is related to the Transmit Rate of the wireless communication.Communications at a lower Transmit range may travel longer distances. NOTE: The range values listed in Table “Radio Characteristics” on page A-3 are typical distances a...
Page 23 - B Troubleshooting; Common Troubleshooting Tips – B.2; B.2 Common Troubleshooting Tips; connection with the network.
B Troubleshooting B.1 Introduction This appendix is divided into a number of sections, each with it’s own specific troubleshooting tips:1. Common Troubleshooting Tips – B.2 •LED Activity – section B.2.1•Can Not Connect To The Network – section B.2.2•LEDs Work But Cannot Connect to Network – section ...
Page 27 - B.3 Windows 98 Troubleshooting Tips
B.3 Windows 98 Troubleshooting Tips B.3.1 Upgrading the AirStation Driver Upgrading the AirStation Driver may be required in one of the following situations: • You would like to use new features that have become available for your AirStation USB Client.• You installed a newer version of the Client M...
Page 29 - B.4 Windows 2000 Troubleshooting Tips
B.4 Windows 2000 Troubleshooting Tips B.4.1 Updating USB Client Drivers Updating the USB Client Drivers may be required in one of the following situations: • You would like to use new features that have become available for your AirStation USB Client.• You installed a newer version of the Client Man...
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