User Manual - AirStation WLI-UC-GN Wireless N USB Adapter/Router www.buffalotech.com v1.
Table of Contents Introduction.......................................................................3 Installation........................................................................4 Using Windows Zero Config................................................7 Using Client Manager 3......................................................8 Using AOSS.......................................................................9 Router Mode....................................................................
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase! The AirStation WLI-UC-GN Turbo G wireless USB Adapter connects your notebook computer or desktop PC to a 2.4 GHz 802.11g or b network. It can also serve as an access point for connecting AOSS compatable wireless devices to your existing network.
Installation Insert the AirNavigator CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Do not insert the USB key into a USB port yet. This window will open on your desktop. Select Begin Installation.
Installation The WLI-UC-GN may be installed as either a wireless client or a wireless router. Choose Client Mode Installation if you want to add a wireless client to your computer, allowing it to connect to existing wireless networks. Turn to the next page for instructions on Client Mode Installation. Choose Access Point Mode Installation if you want to configure the WLI-UC-GN as a simple wireless access point for connecting AOSS-compatable devices such as game consoles.
Client Mode Installation To install drivers and use the wireless connection tool built-in to Windows, click Install. Included on the disk is Buffalo’s Client Manager 3 software. To install it, click the checkbox beside it in the Software Option List and then click Install. Client Manager 3 includes the option of automatically connecting to AOSS or WPS devices. Click Next to step through the installation wizards.
Using Windows® Zero Config To use Windows’ built-in wireless utility, click on its icon in the systray. Zero Config will open. 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 the wireless icon in the systray changes to , you are connected to the wireless network.
Using Client Manager 3 If you installed Buffalo’s Client Manager 3 software, then you will use it to connect instead of Windows Zero Config. Click on its icon in the systray to open Client Manager. Click on one of the three buttons up top to navigate to the three different sections of Client Manager. The Scan tab shows a list of available wireless networks. Highlight one and click Connect at the bottom to connect to that network. The Status tab shows information about your current wireless connection.
Using AOSS AOSS (AirStation One-Touch Secure System) is a simple system for connecting wireless clients to an access point while enforcing the most secure possible connection encryption type. Users no longer need to worry about choosing the proper security protocols, IP addresses, or SSID. AOSS determines the optimal connection and configures itself in seconds. Your WLI-UC-GN has its AOSS button in the Client Manager software.
Using AOSS • From the Status Screen, select the Profiles tab. • Initiate AOSS by clicking the blue AOSS button on the Client Manager’s screen. The AOSS 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 flash (1-3 seconds).
Using AOSS Once AOSS is complete (about 30 seconds), the connection is archived as a profile for later use. To minimize Client Manager to the system tray, click the ‘X’ in the top right corner. Notes: AOSS will scan for an AOSS partner for about two minutes. If it times out before finding one, just press the AOSS buttons again. Output power is reduced to 25% of normal during AOSS for security reasons. If you’re having trouble making an AOSS connection, temporarily move the devices closer together.
Access Point Mode Installation 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-compatable devices wirelessly, then choose Access Point Mode during installation. Note: If you have firewall or antivirus software running on the computer, temporarily disable it before continuing. Click Install to continue. Continue clicking Next to step through the installation wizard.
Using Your AirStation as an AccessAOSS Point Many kinds of AOSS devices can be connected to the AirStation WLI-UC-GN in access point mode. Right click on the icon to open the window shown at left. Click or push the AOSS button for the device you want to connect to start AOSS. Then, click on the AOSS button in this window. AOSS will set up your connection automatically. In the following examples, we’ll show how to connect several common gaming consoles to the AirStation wirelessly.
Connecting Your Nintendo DS® The DS® uses seperate 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.
Connecting Your Nintendo DS® 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 Wii® 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® Click on Internet. Click on Connection Settings. Click on any of the three available connections. If the coonection you're using has settings already saved, clear them.
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.
Connecting Your Sony PSP® Turn on your PSP®. PSP firmware version 2.0 or later is required to use AOSS. Update your PSP firmware if necessary. Select Network Settings.
Connecting Your Sony PSP® 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). In about a minute, the devices will form a secure connection.
Connecting Your Sony Playstation 3® 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® 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). In about a minute, the devices will form a secure connection.
Specifications Standards Compliance: IEEE802.11g/IEEE802.11b/IEEE802.11nDraft2.0 Access Modes: Infrastructure (Client Mode/AP Mode) Ad-hoc (Client Mode) 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 Access Point mode does not support WPA2-PSK. Interface: USB 2.0 Dimensions: 0.67x 1.34” x 0.33” (17 x 34 x 8.5 mm) Weight: ~0.
FCC/CE & Other Standard 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.
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 specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instructions as documented in this manual. The USB dongle transmitter is approved for use in typical laptop computers.
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. Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity: This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC.
• EN 301 489-1 V1.8.1: (2008-04) 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.
Tested to comply With FCC Standards CCAxxxLPxxxxT1 xxxxx / POSTEL / xxxx xxxx FCC ID:FDI-09102006-0 Complies with IDA Standards DA10.412 BUF-WLIUCGN01 ETA-xxx/xxxx No.
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