Asus WL-330g Manuale Utente

®54MbpsPocket Wireless Access Point(WL-330g)User Guide

xWL-330g specifications summaryStandard IEEE 802.11gTechnology Octogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)D

Chapter 1This chapter describes the physicalfeatures of the ASUS Pocket WirelessAP. This part presents the packagecontents, LED indicators, andrecomm

1-2Chapter 1: Product introduction1.1 Welcome!Thank you for choosing the ASUS ASUS Pocket Wireless AP!The ASUS Pocket Wireless AP is a compact easy-to

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)1-31.3.1 Top viewLEDs. The ASUS Pocket WirelessAP comes with three LEDindicators (Ethernet, Wireless,and Po

1-4Chapter 1: Product introduction1.3.3 Rear viewEthernet port. This port connects thesupplied RJ-45 plug and cable.DC IN socket. This socket connects

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)1-51.4 LED indicatorsThe ASUS Pocket Wireless APcomes with a Ethernet, Wireless, andPower LED indicators. R

1-6Chapter 1: Product introduction1.5 Recommended network settingsThe ASUS Pocket Wireless AP can be configured as an Access Point (AP)or wireless Eth

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)1-7Infrastructure modeWhen in Infrastructure mode, thewireless network is centered on anaccess point (AP)

1-8Chapter 1: Product introductionMultiple IP bridge environmentIn a multiple IP bridge environment, the ASUS Pocket Wireless APconnects two or more w

Chapter 2This chapter provides information onhow to install the ASUS PocketWireless AP.Hardware installation

iiChecklistCopyright © 2004 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may

2-2Chapter 2: Installation2.1 System requirementsBefore installing the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP, make sure that yoursystem/network meets the following

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)2-32.2.2 Using DC power1. Insert one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the WL-330g Ethernetport.2. Insert

2-4Chapter 2: Installation2.2.3 Using USB bus power1. Insert one end of the supplied RJ-45 cable to the WL-330g Ethernet port.2. Insert the other end

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)2-52.3 PlacementWall mountingAside from desktop placement, youcan install the ASUS PocketWireless AP vertic

2-6Chapter 2: Installation2.4.2 Site surveyA site survey (utility provided with the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP) analyzesthe installation environment and

Chapter 3This chapter provides information onhow to configure the ASUS PocketWireless AP using the utilities availablefrom the support CD.Configurati

3-2Chapter 3: Configuration3.1 Installing the utilitiesThe support CD contains the utilities for configuring the ASUS PocketWireless AP.To install the

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-33.2 Wireless Setting UtilityThe Wireless Setting Utility allows easy configuration of the ASUS PocketWir

3-4Chapter 3: Configuration3.2.2 Using the Wireless Setting UtilityTo set the device as an access point (AP)Make sure that you switched the WL-330g to

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-53. Enter the Network Name (SSID)and channel you wish. Click theEncryption link or tab to set theencrypti

iiiFeaturesContentsNotices ...vSafety statements...

3-6Chapter 3: Configuration7. After applying the settings, theutility displays the WL-330gaccess point information. ClickFinish to close the utility.6

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-71. The utility auto-detects anddisplays the WL-330g Ethernetadapter settings. Click Configureto continue

3-8Chapter 3: Configuration5. The selected wireless networkappears in the PreferredNetworks field. Select thenetwork, then click OK.4. The WL-330g aut

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-96. The WL-330g connects to theselected wireless network.7. The utility displays the WL-330gstatus when c

3-10Chapter 3: Configuration3.3 Web Configuration utilityThe Web Configuration utility allows you to configure the ASUS PocketWireless AP using a web

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-113. Double-click the Internet Protocol(TCP/IP) item to display theInternet Protocol (TCP/IP)Properties w

3-12Chapter 3: Configuration3.3.2 Launching the Web Configuration utilityUsing the Wireless Setting UtilityUsing an Internet browserTo launch the Web

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-13SSID (Service Set Identifier). This field displays the SSID of the device.Enabling the Response to Broa

3-14Chapter 3: ConfigurationClick the Associated Stations link (beside the SSID) to displays the list ofwireless device(s) associated with the ASUS Po

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-15 Method DescriptionOpen system This method allows the device to accept connectionor shared key requ

ivSafeguardsContentsChapter 3: Configuration3.1 Installing the utilities ... 3-23.2 Wireless

3-16Chapter 3: Configuration• 64-bit and 40-bit WEP keys use the same encryption methodand can interoperate on wireless networks. This lower level ofW

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-17A shorter re-key interval provides a more secure wireless network.3. Set the WPA Re-key Timer(1 ~ 21474

3-18Chapter 3: ConfigurationAccess Control pageThe MAC Access Control page allows you to control the wireless networktraffic by specifying the MAC add

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-19Firmware Upgrade pageThe Firmware Upgrade page displays the product ID, firmware version, andregulation

3-20Chapter 3: ConfigurationRegulation DomainIEEE 802.11b/g networks are regulated worldwide since these networksuse the 2.4GHz ~ 2.5GHz ISM (Instrume

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-21Regulatory DomainCH ID Frequency X’10' X’30' X’40'FCC ETSI MKK1 2412 MHz Yes Yes Yes2 24

3-22Chapter 3: ConfigurationRestoring the default valuesThe following are the default values of the ASUS Pocket Wireless AP(in AP mode). You can resto

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-233.3.4 Changing the Ethernet adapter configurationSimple Setup pageThe Simple Setup page allows you to c

3-24Chapter 3: ConfigurationChannel. Select the channel used by the AP (Infrastructure) or the wirelessdevice (Ad-hoc) to establish connection.Station

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-25Scan Mode. This field allows you to select the scan mode for buttonscanning. Click to display availabl

vNoticesFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:•

3-26Chapter 3: ConfigurationSite Survey pageThe Site Survey page displays the Station Status, and allows you to scanand connect to available wireless

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-27To scan available wireless network(s) in your location:1. Click the Survey button on thebottom of the p

3-28Chapter 3: ConfigurationTo connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and disabledencryption:1. From the Site Survey table, selec

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-29To connect to an available wireless network with a hidden SSID and enabledencryption:1. From the Site S

3-30Chapter 3: ConfigurationA message appears in thebrowser indicating that you havesuccessfully joined the wirelessnetwork.To connect to an available

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-314. Select the Authentication Method and Encryption of the wirelessnetwork you intend to join, then ente

3-32Chapter 3: ConfigurationSaved wireless networks are preceded by an icon for easy identification.Refer to page 3-8 for wireless network icon indica

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-33To save a wireless network in the Profile Table:1. From the Site Survey page, select the wireless netwo

3-34Chapter 3: ConfigurationThe saved wireless networks in the Profile Table corresponds to the numberof profiles available for the Button Scan Mode f

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)3-35Firmware Upgrade pageRefer to page 3-19 for details.Restoring the default valuesThe following are the d

viSafety statementsRegulatory Information/DisclaimersInstallation and use of this Wireless LAN device must be in strict accordancewith the instruction

3-36Chapter 3: Configuration3.4 Firmware RestorationThe Firmware Restoration utility is a rescue tool for an ASUS PocketWireless AP that failed during

Chapter 4This chapter provides instructions onhow to use the ASUS Pocket WirelessAP on various network setups.Using the device

4-2Chapter 4: Using the device4.14.14.14.14.1 Using the device in a local networkYou can use the WL-330g to connect a wireless LAN-enabled computer to

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)4-34.3 Replacing the cable connections of otherdevicesYou can also use the WL-330g to replace your Xbox, Pl

4-4Chapter 4: Using the deviceTable 4-1: Internet connection sharing matrix1xDSL – ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) or DSL (Digital Subscribe

AppendixThe Appendix features atroubleshooting guide for solvingcommon problems you may encounterwhen using the ASUS PocketWireless AP.Troubleshooting

A-2AppendixProblem ActionThe ASUS Pocket Wireless APdoes not power up.• Use a test meter to measure thevoltage output of the powersource through the p

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)A-3Problem ActionObserve the hub LED if you arenot sure what speed the hubsupports.My ASUS WLAN card can no

A-4AppendixWhere can I get a firmwarefile to upgrade the ASUSPocket Wireless AP?You may download the latestfirmware file from the ASUSwebsite (www.as

ASUS Pocket Wireless Access Point (WL-330g)A-5Problem ActionThe ASUS Pocket WirelessAP Power LED continuouslyblinks for more than aminute.Turn off the

viiCaution Statement of the FCC Radio FrequencyExposureThis Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC BulletinOET 65C and found compliant

A-6Appendix

viiiAbout this guideThis user guide contains the information you need to install and configureyour ASUS Pocket Wireless AP.How this guide is organized

ixASUS contact informationASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific)Address 150 Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei, Taiwan 112Telephone +886-2-2894-3447Web site www