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    W ireless WL-HDD ( For 802.1 1g/b Wireless Clients) User ’ s Manual E2013 / Mar 2005 ¤[...]

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    2 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Copyright Information No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, [...]

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    ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 3 Limitation of Liability Circumstances may arise where because of a default on ASUS’ part or other liability , you are entitled to recover damages from ASUS. In each such instance, regardless of the basis on which you are entitled to claim damages from ASUS, ASUS is liable for no more than damages[...]

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    4 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Copyright Information ................................................................................. 2 Limitation of Liability ................................................................................... 3 1. Introduction ...................................................................[...]

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    ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 5 T able of Contents Locating the Copied Files on the Hard Disk Drive .......................... 28 Shutting down the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD .................................. 28 3. Software Configuration ..................................................................... 29 Configuring the ASUS Wire[...]

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    6 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (Asia-Pacific) Company Address: 15 Li-T e Road, Peitou, T aipei 1 12 General T elephone: +886-2-2894-3447 General Fax: +886-2-2894-7798 W eb Site Address: www .asus.com.tw General Email: info@asus.com.tw Technical Support MB/Others (T el): +886-2-2890-7121 Notebook (T el): +88[...]

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    1 - Introduction ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 7 Chapter 1 - Introduction 1. Introduction Overview Thank you for purchasing the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". This device is a wireless local area network (WLAN) hard disk drive (HDD) with additional Access Point (AP) functionality . It is designed to be fully compliant with th[...]

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    1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction 8 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual The ASUS Wireless Family The ASUS W ireless family contains a several wireless network solutions for 802.1 1g & 802.1 1b wireless local area networks in the home or o f fi c e . The ASUS WLAN 802.1 1g Access Point (WL-300g) creates a wireless network us[...]

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    1 - Introduction ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 9 Chapter 1 - Introduction The ASUS USB W ir eless LAN Adapter (WL- 167g) is thumb-sized and creates a wireless network using the IEEE 802.1 1g/b wireless standards and connects to any computer using USB2.0 connectivity . The ASUS USB W ir eless LAN Adapter (WL- 160g) creates a wirel[...]

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    1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction 10 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Features The ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" has the following useful features: • 54 Mbps high speed WLAN access • U p to 54 Mbps transfer speeds over the 2.4 GHz frequency band • Compatible with existing 802.1 1b WLAN environments • Auto fallbac[...]

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    1 - Introduction ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 11 Chapter 1 - Introduction Package List Y our package contains the following items: RJ-45 Ethernet cable (straight-through) Quick start guide Support CD (drivers, utilities, and manuals) Power adapter (5 volts DC) ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" with 2.4GHz dipole antenna Screw on[...]

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    1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction 12 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Hardware Components This section gives you a tour of the different ports and status indicators of the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". Refer to this section when installing and operating your device. Ports and Buttons Power Connector: Connect the power a[...]

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    1 - Introduction ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 13 Chapter 1 - Introduction Wireless Performance This section provides a few ideas to help you improve the performance of your WLAN. Site Topography For optimal performance, locate wireless mobile clients and the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" away from transformers, heavy-duty mo[...]

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    1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction 14 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Site Surveys A site survey analyzes the installation environment and provides users with recommendations for equipment and its placement. The optimum placement differs depending on the ASUS AP design and specifications. Roaming Between ASUS APs If there ar[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 15 Chapter 2 - Getting Started 2. Getting Started Location Tips • Determine the best location for the device while keeping in mind the following considerations: • The length of the Ethernet cable that connects the device to the network must not exceed 100 meters. • For stand[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 16 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual INTERNET INTERNET AP Mode In order to use the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" as an AP , it has to be connected to a network hub for Internet access. Attach one end of the RJ- 45 Ethernet cable to the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" and attach th[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 17 Chapter 2 - Getting Started Connecting Power Attach one end of the AC power adapter , included in the product package, to the power jack on the device and the other end to a power outlet. The POWER LED lights up when the unit is powered ON. W arning: Use the product only with t[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 18 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual If you set your computer ’ s (wireless client) IP manually , it needs to be on the same segment as the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". T o set the TCP/IP settings, use the Network and Dialup Connections wizard to create a new LAN connection and [...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 19 Chapter 2 - Getting Started 4. Select “Use the following...” IP address: 192.168.1.xxx (xxx can be any number between 1 and 254 that is not used by another device except 192.168.1.220 which is used by the “WL-HDD” ) Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0 SSID Settings The SSID or t[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 20 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Using the Hard Disk Drive Now that you have installed the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" and connected it as required, you are ready to start using the hard drive as a network storage device as described in the following sections. Accessing the Ha[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 21 Chapter 2 - Getting Started Using the ASUS Utility W e recommend that you install the ASUS utility provided on the software CD included in your package. The utility enables you to search for the device and connect to the device to access the hard drive and configure the setting[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 22 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Hard Drive Pre-scan Function When the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" is first turned on, it performs a pre- scan of the hard disk drive to ensure that it is functioning correctly and does not have any corrupt data. If the hard drive is not working[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 23 Chapter 2 - Getting Started 3 . A message is displayed on the screen to warn you that formatting will erase all data on the disk. Click OK to continue. 6. The browser window displays the status while the ASUS W ireless "WL- HDD" restarts. W ait till the screen is refr[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 24 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Setting up Permissions Y ou can set up the hard drive permissions so that only the specified users can access it and write data to hard drive. This is a useful feature so as to limit the data that is put on the network storage. Click the Storage Sett[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 25 Chapter 2 - Getting Started 1. Under the Shared Nodes List on the Storage Setting - Shared Nodes page, scroll to select the desired folder or partition from the Folders and Partitions drop-down box. 2. T ype the desired name in the Shared Name field. This is the name by which u[...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 26 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Applying permissions After adding users who can access the hard drive and setting up access rights for the hard drive’ s partitions and folders, use the Network Neighborhood Mode option to apply the permissions. Scroll to select Apply rules in shar[...]

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    2 - Getting Started ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 27 Chapter 2 - Getting Started Sharing files on the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD The ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" is primarily designed to help you share data, music, video, or other files over the wireless LAN. Y ou can set up this device in your house, of fice, or dormitory , such [...]

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    2 - Getting Started Chapter 2 - Getting Started 28 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Notes: If you remove the flash disk from the ASUS W ireless "WL- HDD" and insert it again, the data is copied again to the hard disk in a new folder with the folder name incremented by 1. For instance, if the first time the data was copied [...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 29 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 3. Software Configuration The ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" can be configured to meet various usage scenarios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; however , others may need to be changed. Configuring the ASUS Wireless WL-HDD[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 30 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Wireless Click the W ireless option on the left panel to display its submenus. The wireless menu enables you to configure the wireless interface of the ASUS W ireless WL-HDD, to configure its bridge settings, to set up access blocks or bypass, and to[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 31 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration The Interface submenu has the following options: Region Scroll through this drop-down box to select the appropriate region where you are located. SSID The SSID is an identification string of up to 32 ASCII characters unique to every AP . The SSID is [...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 32 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Relationship among keys Authentication Method Encryption Passphrase WEP Key 1~4 Open System or Shared Key None Not required Not required WEP-64 bits 1~64 characters 10 hex digits WEP-128 bits 1~64 characters 26 hex digits Shared Key WEP-64 bits 1~64 [...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 33 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Passphrase If you select TKIP only or AES only as the Encryption method, this field will be used as a password for the encryption process. A password with 8 to 63 characters is required. If you select WEP-64 bits or WEP-128 bits as the Encryption met[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 34 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual AP Mode AP Mode configures the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" for a specific purpose. By default, the device is set to serve as an Access Point (AP only) where a wireless mobile client can connect wirelessly to a wired Ethernet network. Choose WDS[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 35 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Connect to APs in Remote Bridge List (Yes/No) Select Y es to connect to access points in the remote bridge list. Allow anonymous? (Yes/No) Select Y es to allow users without accounts to connect to the AP . Note: If Connect to APs in Remote Bridge Lis[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 36 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual MAC Access Mode The default setting of Disable allows any wireless mobile client to connect to this device. The Accept option only allows clients with their MAC addresses specified in the Access Control List, to connect to the device. The Reject opti[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 37 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Fragmentation Threshold (256~2346) Fragmentation is used to divide 802.1 1 frames into smaller pieces (fragments) that are sent separately to the destination. The use of fragmentation can increase the reliability of frame transmissions. This field al[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 38 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Become an AP if no AP can be connected? Click Y es to enable the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" to be an Access Point in a wireless network, if no other AP is detected. Client Mode Select Disabled if you do not want to connect to other APs in the [...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 39 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Profile List Use this option to add the SSIDs of other APs in the WLAN, to which the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" connects. T ype the SSID of the AP under the SSID field, then click Add to add it to the Profile List. Select an existing AP SSID, [...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 40 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Key depending on the AP’ s encryption system. The authentication method for the AP should be the same as that chosen for the ASUS W ireless "WL- HDD" (see “Authentication Method”). Encryption Method Select WEP - 64 bits or WEP - 128 b[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 41 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration The LAN menu page has the following settings: Get IP Automatically Select Y es (default) or No to get an IP address automatically from a DHCP server . If you select Y es, this means that the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" will send out a DHCP requ[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 42 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual DHCP server The ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" is set up to be a DHCP server by default. This enables it to support up to 254 IP addresses on the WLAN. The IP address for a wireless client can be designated by the network administrator or can be a[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 43 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Storage Setting Click the Storage Setting option on the left panel to display its submenus. The Storage Setting menus enable you to configure the various parameters of the hard disk drive that is shared on the WLAN. Refer to the following sections fo[...]

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    1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction 44 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual The Shared Nodes menu page enables you to set the sharing rights and privileges for the shared partitions on the hard disk drive of the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". The following options are available: Network Neighborhood Mode Select the default set[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 45 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Disk Tool The Disk T ool enables you to specify the sizes of the partitions on the hard disk drive. Y ou can create up to 4 partitions on the hard disk drive. The total disk space is specified in the Disk Space field. Enter the size in MB for each of[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 46 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual System Setting Click the System Setting option on the left panel to display its submenus. This set of menus enables you to make changes to the system parameters of the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". Y ou can change the password, upgrade the firmw[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 47 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration The Firmware Upgrade menu enables you to upload new firmware upgrades to the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". Follow the instructions on the screen to upgrade the firmware. The menu page displays the device name under Product ID and the current Fla[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 48 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Factory Default Use this menu to restore the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" to its default factory settings. Click the Restore button to clear all settings and restore the factory defaults. The device reboots after this function. Note: Y ou can al[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 49 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration Status and Log Click the Status and Log option on the left panel to display its submenus. These submenus enable you to view the status and a log report of the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". V arious system parameters are displayed on the Status p[...]

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    3 - Software Chapter 3 - Software Configuration 50 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Disk The disk properties of the hard disk drive are displayed in this part of the menu page. The Model Name, Size of Partitions in megabytes along with the number of free partitions, and File System Status are shown. Click File System Check under Act[...]

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    3 - Software ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 51 Chapter 3 - Software Configuration DHCP Leases The DHCP Leases log file shows a list of devices (clients) that access the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD" when DHCP is enabled. The MAC address of each device, along with its IP address and lease time are displayed in this log file.[...]

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    4 - Troubleshooting Chapter 4 - T roubleshooting 52 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 4. T roubleshooting Refer to the following tips to resolve any problems that you may encounter when using the ASUS W ireless "WL-HDD". The ASUS W ir eless "WL-HDD" cannot be found using the Search for computer technique. • Use [...]

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    5 - Appendix ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 53 Chapter 5 - Appendix 5. Appendix Specifications LAN Ethernet port Support Ethernet and 802.3 with maximum bit rate 10/100 Mbps and auto crossover function (MDI/MDI-X) Connector 1 x RJ-45 for 10/100BaseT Antenna Support 2 (One inter nal inverted-F PCB antenna, one external dipole anten[...]

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    5 - Appendix Chapter 5 - Appendix 54 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual Management W eb-based configuration Internet Explorer 6 or later Netscape Navigator 6 or later Other Java-enabled browsers System settings Server name W orkgroup (upgradeable) T ime zone and current time DHCP and static IP Auto IP Folder access Shared, Password se[...]

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    5 - Appendix ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 55 Chapter 5 - Appendix Safety Statements Federal Communications Commission This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and • This device must accept any interference received, in[...]

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    5 - Appendix Chapter 5 - Appendix 56 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements MPE Statement: Y our device contains a low power transmitter . When device is transmitted it sends out Radio Frequency (RF) signal. This device is restricted to INDOOR USE due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz fr[...]

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    5 - Appendix ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual 57 Chapter 5 - Appendix FCC Radio Frequency Exposure Caution Statement Use only with supplied antenna. Unauthorized antenna, modification, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Any changes of modifications not expressly approved by the grantee of th[...]

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    5 - Appendix Chapter 5 - Appendix 58 ASUS Wireless "WL-HDD" User’s Manual France Restricted Frequency Band Some areas of France have a restricted frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is: • 10mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz) • 100mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz NOT[...]