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    w w w .buf f alotech.c om 35010856 ver.01 v1.00 User Manual - WLI-UC-GN Wireless N USB 2.0 Adapter/Router[...]

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    2 Table of Contents Introduction ............................................................................. 3 Full Installation ........................................................................ 4 Connect to a Wireless Network .......................................... 7 Using Client Manager 3 for Windows XP ............................ 7 [...]

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    3 Congratulations on your purchase! The WLI-UC-GN wireless USB Adapter connects your notebook computer or desktop PC to 2.4 GHz wireless n, g, or b networks. It can also serve as a router/access point for connecting other wireless devices to your existing network. To install your WLI-UC-GN with all of the available software, turn to the next page. [...]

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    4 The installation program will install drivers, Client Manager software, a tool to switch between client and router modes, and software to let the WLI-UC-GN act as an access point for other wireless devices. If you only want to install wireless drivers, turn to page 12. Do not insert the USB key into a USB port yet. Insert the WLI-UC-GN Navigator [...]

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    5 Click Install to continue. Step through the wizard to install your software. The WLI-UC-GN may be installed as either a wireless client or a wireless access point. Choose Client Mode Installation if you want to add a wireless client to your computer, allowing it to connect to existing wireless networks. Choose Access Point Mode Installation if yo[...]

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    6 Installation During the installation, the wizard will ask you to insert, remove, and then reinsert the WLI-UG-GN at various times. Follow the instructions on each screen. When the wizard is complete, click Finish .[...]

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    7 Client Manager software lets you connect your computer to a wireless network. Client Manager 3 software is installed on Windows XP computers. If your computer uses Vista, turn to the next page instead. To open Client Manager 3, click on the icon in the systray. Click on one of the three buttons up top to navigate to the three different sections o[...]

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    8 Client Manager V will open. Click on Prole List on the left side of the window. Client Manager V for Windows Vista If your computer uses the Microsoft Vista operating system, Client Manager V software will have been installed. To use Client Manager V to connect to your wireless network, click on the icon in the system tray. In the popup, click[...]

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    9 Now, click on the Connect Manually button. The AOSS/WPS button is here. To congure the client manually, click on the Advanced Setup button.[...]

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    10 Highlight your network name (SSID) and click Next . Click on the Search button.[...]

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    11 Client Manager V will connect you to your wireless network! Enter the security type and encryption method. Enter your network’s encryption key or password. Click Connect .[...]

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    12 If you prefer to not install Client Manager, you may choose to install only wireless drivers. With a drivers-only installation, you will have to use different software, such as Windows Zero Cong, to manage your wireless connection. See the next page for instructions on using Windows Zero Cong. To install only drivers, navigate to the drive[...]

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    13 To use Windows’ built-in wireless utility, click on its icon in the system tray. Zero Cong will open. Using Windows ® Zero Cong All available wireless networks will be listed. Click on your network to highlight it and then click Connect . If your network requires a network key or password to connect, enter it twice. Click Connect . When[...]

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    14 installed Client Manager to use AOSS with the WLI-UC-GN. Also, your router or access point must support AOSS to use it. Start Client Manager by double-clicking on the black antenna icon in your systray. In Client Manager 3, the AOSS button is in the Proles section. In Client Manager V, the AOSS button is available from the Proles List page[...]

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    15 • Initiate AOSS by clicking the blue button on the Client Manager’s screen. A wizard will appear. • Now, press the AOSS button on your access point. Hold it down until the AOSS LED on the access point begins to ash (1-3 seconds). Using AOSS[...]

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    16 Once AOSS is complete (about 30 seconds), the connection is archived as a prole for later use. Click Finish to exit the wizard. You are now connected to the network with a secure wireless con- nection. Notes: AOSS will scan for an AOSS partner for about two minutes. If it times out before nding one, just press the AOSS buttons again. Outpu[...]

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    17 WPS is a simple system for connecting wireless clients to an access point. It works with many brands and types of access points and wireless routers. There are several ways to connect with WPS. One is by clicking the WPS button for each device. The WLI-UC-GN has its WPS button in the Client Manager software. Start Client Manager 3 by double clic[...]

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    18 To connect with WPS from Client Manager V, click on the black antenna icon in your systray. In the popup, click Advanced . Using WPS with Client Manager V Client Manager V will open. Click on Prole List on the left side of the window. In Proles List , click New .[...]

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    19 Click on the WPS/AOSS button. Now, press the WPS button on your router or access point. WPS will automatically connect your client to the wireless network. Note: Consult your router or access point’s documentation for the location of its WPS button.[...]

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    20 Besides its wireless client capability, the WLI-UC-GN can function as a wireless access point. If your computer already has a connection to the internet, and you want to connect AOSS-compatible devices wirelessly, then choose Access Point Mode during installation. Note: If you have rewall or antivirus software running on the computer, tempora[...]

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    21 AOSS Many kinds of devices can be connected to the AirStation WLI-UC-GN in access point mode. Right-click on the icon and choose Option . You may choose from several different encryption types on the left side. By default, all SSIDs and the encryption key are random strings of characters. You may change them to more user-friendly names if desire[...]

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    22 The DS ® uses separate wireless connections for each game. You will need to do these steps for each game that you play wirelessly. Turn on your DS ® . Click on Wi-Fi Settings . The location of this may vary depending on what game you're in. Click on Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection Settings . Click on any of the 3 available connections. Connecti[...]

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    23 Click on AOSS . You'll see this screen. Now, click the AOSS button on your desktop (see page 13). Your DS ® is now connected to the network. Click OK to run a connection test. Connecting Your Nintendo DS ®[...]

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    24 Turn on your Wii ® . Click on Wii Options , in the bottom left corner of the main menu. Click on Wii Settings . Click on the right arrow for more options. Connecting Your Nintendo Wii ®[...]

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    25 Click on Internet . Click on Connection Settings . Click on any of the three available connections. If the connection you're using has settings already saved, clear them. Connecting Your Nintendo Wii ®[...]

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    26 Connecting Your Nintendo Wii ® Click on AOSS . When you see this screen, click the AOSS button on your PC's desktop (page 13 for more info). Your Wii ® is now connected to the network. Click OK to run a connection test.[...]

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    27 Turn on your PSP ® . PSP rmware version 2.0 or later is required to use AOSS. Update your PSP rmware if necessary. Select Network Settings . Connecting Your Sony PSP ®[...]

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    28 Choose Infrastructure Mode . Choose New Connection . Choose Automatic . Select AOSS . Click the AOSS button on your PC's desktop (see page 13 for more info). Connecting Your Sony PSP ® In about a minute, the devices will form a secure connection.[...]

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    29 Turn on your PlayStation 3 ® without a game inserted and navigate to Network Settings . Open Internet Connection Settings . Select Yes to continue. Connecting Your Sony PlayStation 3 ®[...]

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    30 Choose Wireless . Choose Automatic . Press the "X" button on your controller to initiate AOSS. Then, click the AOSS button on your PC's desktop (page 13 for more info on this). Connecting Your Sony PlayStation 3 ® In about a minute, the devices will form a secure connection.[...]

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    31 Specications Standards Compliance: IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11nDraft2.0 Access Modes: Infrastructure (Client Mode/AP Mode) Ad-hoc (Client Mode/ When using XlinkKAI) Communication Protocol: OFDM, DSSS, CCK Frequency Range: 2412 - 2464MHz (Channels 1 - 11) Security: WPA-PSK (TKIP,AES), WPA2-PSK (TKIP, AES)*, 128/64-bit WEP *Software Acce[...]

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    32 Regulatory Compliance Information 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 interference in a residential installation. Thi[...]

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    33 IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specic operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation inst[...]

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    34 CE Notification 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. Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity: This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been a[...]

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    35 • EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1: (2010-01) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) — ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services — Part 1: Common technical requirements. • EN 301 489-17 V1.3.2: (2010-07) Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM) — ElectroMagnetic Compa[...]

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    36 Potential restrictive use This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU member states and EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies. In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain an authorization to use the [...]

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    37 Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Česky[Czech] Buffalo Technology Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento AirStation WLI-UC-GN je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk[Danish] Undertegnede Buffalo Technology Inc. erklærer herved, at følgend[...]

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    38 Ελληνική[Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Buffalo Technology Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ AirStation WLI-UC-GN ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧ ΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ. Français[French] Par la présente Buffalo Tech[...]

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    39 Magyar[Hungarian] Alulírott, Buffalo Technology Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a AirStation WLI-UC-GN megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak. Polski[Polish] Niniejszym, Buffalo Technology Inc. , deklaruję, że AirStation WLI-UC-GN spełnia wymagania zasadnicze oraz stosowne postanowienia za[...]

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    40 Taiwan: SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer(s) with CardBus slot, and product could be used in typical laptop computer with CardBus slot. Other application like handheld PC or similar device has not been verified, may not comply with related RF exposure rules, and such use shall be prohibited. NCC Regulatory Informatio[...]

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    41 ETA-045/2009-R BUF-WLIUCGN01 Tested to comply With FCC Standards FCC ID:FDI-09102006-0 Complies with IDA Standards DA10.412 CCAH09LP0170T8[...]

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    42 EU Environmental Information • The equipment that you have purchased has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. • The equipment may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment. • In order to avoid the dissemination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pre[...]

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    43 Logos and Trademarks © Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. Buffalo Technology, Buffalo Technology logo and AOSS logo are registered trademarks of Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. The names and logos of other companies mentio ned herein belong to thei r resp ective owners. “Nint endo” is a registe red trademark of Nintendo of America Inc. Nintendo [...]

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    44 Contact Information (North America) ADDRESS Buffalo Technology (USA), Inc. 11100 Metric Blvd., Suite 750 Austin, TX 78758 GENERAL INQUIRIES Email: sales@buffalotech.com TECHNICAL SUPPORT North American Technical Support by phone is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. (USA and Canada). Toll-free: (866) 752-6210[...]

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    45 Contact Information (Europe) ADDRESS Buffalo Technology UK Ltd. 2 Bracknell Beeches, Old Bracknell Lane Bracknell, Berkshire, RG12 7BW United Kingdom GENERAL INQUIRIES Email: sales@buffalo-technology.com TECHNICAL SUPPORT Buffalo Technology provides technical support in English, German, French, Italian, and Spanish. For opening hours and relevan[...]

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    46 GPL Information Source code for Buffalo products that use GPL code is available at http://opensource.buffalo.jp.[...]