USER GUIDE Mobile WiMAX USB Adapter US330
USER GUIDE US330 IEEE 802.16e-2005 Mobile WiMAX USB Adapter, with 3.
COMPLIANCES 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.
COMPLIANCES Due to the essential high output power nature of WiMAX devices, use of this device with other transmitters at the same time may exceed the FCC RF exposure limit and such usage must be prohibited (unless such cotransmission has been approved by FCC in the future). SAR (SPECIFIC ABSORPTION RATE) COMPLIANCES STATEMENT SAR compliance has been established in typical laptop computer (s) with a USB slot, and the product can be used in typical laptop computers with USB slots.
ABOUT THIS GUIDE PURPOSE This guide details the hardware features of the WiMAX USB Adapter, including its physical and performance-related characteristics, and how to install the device and use its configuration software. AUDIENCE This guide is for PC users with a working knowledge of computers. You should be familiar with Windows operating system concepts.
ABOUT THIS GUIDE JANUARY 2011 REVISION This is the first revision of this guide. This guide is valid for software version 1.0.1.3.
CONTENTS COMPLIANCES 3 ABOUT THIS GUIDE 5 CONTENTS 7 1 INTRODUCTION 9 Features 9 System Requirements 10 Package Checklist 10 Hardware Description 10 USB Connector 10 LED Indicators 11 2 INSTALLATION 12 3 CONFIGURATION 17 Accessing the WCM Utility 17 Connection Management 18 Adapter Settings 20 WiMAX Connection Statistics 21 About WiMAX Connection Manager 22 4 ADMINISTRATOR MODE 23 Accessing Administrator Mode 23 Editing a Profile 24 A TROUBLESHOOTING 28 Diagnosing
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1 INTRODUCTION The WiMAX USB Adapter is a network adapter that enables a notebook PC to connect to a service provider’s 3.8 GHz mobile WiMAX network. The USB adapter plugs directly into a PC’s compatible USB port and includes its own driver and configuration software for Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7. Figure 1: WiMAX USB Adapter LINK/ACTIVITY LED Indicator POWER LED Indicator USB Connector FEATURES The WiMAX USB Adapter supports the following features: ◆ Mobile WiMAX IEEE 802.
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction System Requirements SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS Before you install the WiMAX USB Adapter, check your system meets the following requirements: ◆ A notebook or desktop computer with a USB port ◆ Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7 ◆ A 1 GHz Pentium CPU or higher with a minimum of 256 MB of RAM PACKAGE CHECKLIST The WiMAX USB Adapter package includes these items: ◆ WiMAX USB Adapter (US330) ◆ Quick Installation Guide Inform your dealer if there are any incorrect, missin
CHAPTER 1 | Introduction Hardware Description LED INDICATORS The WiMAX USB Adapter includes two status LED indicators, as described in the following figure and table. Figure 2: LED Indicators LINK/ACTIVITY LED Indicator POWER LED Indicator Table 1: LED Indicators LED Status Description Power On Orange The USB adapter is correctly installed in a USB port and is receiving power. Blinking The adapter is trying to connect to a base station.
2 INSTALLATION To install the WiMAX USB Adapter driver and software utility for Windows XP or WIndows Vista, follow these steps: NOTE: Only the installation interface for Windows XP is shown in this guide. However, the utility installation screens are similar for all Microsoft Windows systems. 1. Turn on your notebook and wait until the Windows system has completely started. 2. Insert the adapter into an available USB port. When the USB adapter is inserted correctly, its blue LED turns on (see page 10).
CHAPTER 2 | Installation 5. Select to accept the license agreement terms, then click Next. Figure 4: Accept License Agreement Terms 6. Confirm or change the location of the installation files on the PC before clicking Next.
CHAPTER 2 | Installation 7. Confirm to create a desktop icon before clicking Next. Figure 6: Create Desktop Icon 8. Check selected options before clicking Install.
CHAPTER 2 | Installation 9. Wait for the software installation procedure to complete. Figure 8: Installation in Progress NOTE: If a message concerning Windows Logo testing is displayed, click the “Continue Anyway” button. NOTE: If you are prompted to install the Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable Package on your system click “Yes” and follow the instructions. 10. When the “Setup Wizard Complete” message displays, click Finish.
CHAPTER 2 | Installation CAUTION: Safely remove the USB adapter by double-clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon then click Stop. in the notification area.
3 CONFIGURATION The WiMAX Connection Manager (WCM) software provides all the tools to manage and monitor your WiMAX connection. After initial installation, the software starts automatically every time you insert the WiMAX USB Adapter. ACCESSING THE WCM UTILITY Once the utility installation is complete, there are several methods of starting the WCM software other than by inserting the WiMAX USB Adapter. The utility screens are similar for all Microsoft Windows systems.
CHAPTER 3 | Configuration Connection Management CONNECTION MANAGEMENT The WCM login screen displays information about the wireless link to the service provider network. Figure 12: Login Screen - Auto login Auto login — Enter the “Account” and “Password” provided for your log in to the WiMAX service, then click the Connect button. Next time the WCM utility launches, it automatically logs in using the account details previously entered.
CHAPTER 3 | Configuration Connection Management Once connected to a WiMAX network, the WCM screen displays information about the wireless link to the service provider network. Figure 13: Connection Status The displayed items on this screen can be described as follows: Provider — The service provider name to which the adapter is connected. IP Address — The IP address assigned to the adapter. Subnet Mask — Indicates the local subnet mask, such as 255.255.255.0.
CHAPTER 3 | Configuration Adapter Settings ADAPTER SETTINGS The Setting screen enables specific adapter and WCM utility features to be configured. Figure 14: Settings Screen The displayed items on this screen can be described as follows: Auto-run WiMAX Connection Manager — Automatically starts the WCM utility when the adapter is inserted into a PC slot. Run WiMAX Connection Manager as minimum size — When set to automatically start WCM, the utility starts in its Windows minimized form.
CHAPTER 3 | Configuration WiMAX Connection Statistics WIMAX CONNECTION STATISTICS The Statistics screen allows you to view information on the WiMAX connection. Figure 16: Statistics Information The displayed items on this screen can be described as follows: BSID — The current base station ID to which the mobile station is currently connected. Online Duration — The time the unit has had a link with the base station for the current session.
CHAPTER 3 | Configuration About WiMAX Connection Manager ABOUT WIMAX CONNECTION MANAGER The About page displays information about the software version the WCM utility.
4 ADMINISTRATOR MODE The WiMAX USB Adapter has an Administrator Mode for configuring profiles and accessing the Advanced Configuration settings. Administrator Mode is intended for qualified service personnel only. ACCESSING ADMINISTRATOR MODE Administrator Mode is accessed through the key sequence “Alt + t,” which prompts for a password. The password for Administrator Mode is “wimax123” (case sensitive).
CHAPTER 4 | Administrator Mode Editing a Profile Figure 19: Administrator mode - Auto login EDITING A PROFILE Double-click the system tray icon to open the application window. Then right-click on the icon to open the configuration menu. From the configuration menu, select “Profile.
CHAPTER 4 | Administrator Mode Editing a Profile Clicking the Scan tab on the Profile screen displays the profile frequency and bandwidth settings. Figure 21: Profile Screen - Scan Tab The Scan tab on the Edit Profile screen displays the following items: ◆ Frequency — Specifies a center frequency to scan. ◆ Bandwidth — Specifies the bandwidth of the channel; 5 or 10 MHz.
CHAPTER 4 | Administrator Mode Editing a Profile Clicking the Authentication tab on the Profile screen displays the user authentication settings. Figure 22: Profile Screen - Authentication EAP Method — Selects the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) method to use for authentication. When EAP-TTLS or EAP-TLS is selected, the appropriate parameters need to be configured.
CHAPTER 4 | Administrator Mode Editing a Profile ◆ MAC: Uses the device MAC address as part of the identity. ◆ RANDOM: Uses a generated random number of 26 hexadecimal digits. ◆ CUSTOMIZE: Allows the whole string to be defined as required. Trust CA Certificate — The security certificate issued by a recognized certification authority (CA) that is used for mutual authentication with the authentication server when EAP-TLS is used. The browse button can be used to locate the file on the host PC.
A TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSING LED INDICATORS Table 2: LED Indicators LED Status Probable Cause Action Orange LED is Off The USB adapter is not receiving power ◆ Remove the USB adapter and reinsert it in the slot. Be sure the card is securely seated in the port. ◆ Try the USB adapter in another USB port. If this also fails, test your PC with another USB adapter that is known to operate correctly. ◆ Check the USB adapter and port connectors for any physical damage.
APPENDIX A | Troubleshooting Uninstalling the WCM Software ◆ If you cannot resolve the problem, check the error logs from the WCM Status screen and contact your service provider. UNINSTALLING THE WCM SOFTWARE If you are having problems with the WiMAX USB Adapter or the WCM software, you may need to uninstall the USB adapter driver and software from the Windows system. Follow these steps: 1. From the Windows Start menu, go to the WCM software entry. 2. Click the Uninstall WCM option on the menu.
B SPECIFICATIONS HOST INTERFACE USB 2.0 specification STANDARD COMPLIANT IEEE 802.16e-2005 Wave 2 AIR INTERFACE Scaleable OFDMA DUPLEX MODE TDD/5ms frame ANTENNA Printed antenna Transmit: Two antennas Receive: Two antennas Gain: 2 dBi Pattern: Omnidirectional Impedance: 50 ohms POWER CONSUMPTION 2.4 W maximum PHYSICAL SIZE 25 x 89 x 16 mm (0.98 x 3.50 x 0.62 in.) WEIGHT 23 g (0.81 oz) OPERATING FREQUENCY Frequency Band CE FCC 3.8G 3300-3800 3650-3675 BANDWIDTH ALLOCATION 3.
APPENDIX B | Specifications MODULATION SCHEME PRBS subcarrier randomization Contains pilot, preamble, and ranging modulation MODULATION AND Down Link CODING TYPES QPSK 1/2 CTC QPSK 3/4 CTC 16 QAM 1/2 CTC 16 QAM 3/4 CTC 64 QAM 1/2 CTC 64 QAM 2/3 CTC 64 QAM 3/4 CTC 64 QAM 5/6 CTC Up Link QPSK 1/2 CTC QPSK 3/4 CTC 16 QAM 1/2 CTC 16 QAM 3/4 CTC MAXIMUM THROUGHPUT Downlink Peak Rate: > 20 Mbps Uplink Peak Rate: > 7 Mbps TRANSMIT POWER Maximum Power class less than +23 dBm RECEIVE SENSITIVITY QPSK 1/2 CTC: -9
APPENDIX B | Specifications EMMISSIONS/IMMUNITY FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B COMPLIANCE EN 301 489-1/-17 SAFETY EN60950-1 RADIO SIGNAL US: 3.8 GHz - CFR 47 Part 90Z CERTIFICATION Europe (3.5GHz): EN 302 623 SPECIFIC ABSORPTION US: FCC OET Bulletin 65, Supplement C RATE (SAR) Europe: EN62311 SOFTWARE DRIVERS Windows XP SP2,Windows Vista and Windows 7 NDIS 5.0 PnP ETH 802.
GLOSSARY AUTHENTICATION The process to verify the identity of a subscriber requesting network access. BANDWIDTH The difference between the highest and lowest frequencies available for network signals. Also synonymous with network speed, the actual speed of data transmission through a medium. BASE STATION A WIMAX service provider’s equipment that is installed at a fixed location to provide network connectivity for subscriber stations within a defined service area.
GLOSSARY DNS Domain Name System: A system used for translating host names for network nodes into IP addresses. DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol: Provides a framework for passing configuration information to hosts on a TCP/IP network. DHCP is based on the Bootstrap Protocol (BOOTP), adding the capability of automatic allocation of reusable network addresses and additional configuration options.
GLOSSARY RAM Random Access Memory: The memory in a computer where the operating system, application programs, and other data currently in use are stored. RAM is volatile memory where data is lost when the computer is turned off. Having more RAM in a computer reduces the time the processor takes to read data, which increases overall computer performance. RSSI Receive Signal Strength Indicator: A measurement of the strength of a received wireless signal.
GLOSSARY URL Uniform Resource Locator: An easy-to-read character string that is used to represent a resource available on the Internet. For example, “http:// www.url-example.com/.” WIMAX The IEEE 802.16 standard for Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access. The IEEE 802.16-2004 standard, known as “fixed WiMAX,” supports only point-to-point links and has no support for mobility. The IEEE 802.16e-2005 standard, known as “mobile WiMAX,” is an amendment to IEEE 802.16-2004 and supports mobility.
INDEX A N About page 22 account login 18 auto login 18 Automatically update auto-run WCM 20 name server 19 netmask, IP 19 20 O online duration B BSID P 21 package checklist 10 password, remember 18 C CINR 21 connection manager 17 connection status icons 17 D data rates 21 data volume 21 Debug Monitor, enabling DNS server 19 download rate 21 21 R remember login data 18 RSSI 21 S gateway address 19 service provider link 19 service provider login 18 service provider name 19 session duration 21
INDEX W WCM auto-run 20 debug monitor 20 information 22 log 20 login 18 minimized form 20 password 18 shortcut 17 starting 17 statistics 21 system tray icon 17 wireless link 19 WCM Utility 17 WiMAX link 19 – 38 –
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