Philips CPWUA054 User's Manual
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1. Note If you need to know more about the network terminology used please read the chapter on Network Terminology at the end of this manual 3 1 Decide in what way you want the Wireless USB Adapter 11g to connect to other wireless network devices Your options are Option 1 Make an Infrastructure wireless connection to other wireless network devices Infrastructure Wireless Base Station for Internet sharing and for wireless networks with a central Wireless Base Station or Wireless Access Point Vt h is Infrastructure wireless network A Philips Wireless Base Station is used to provide the computers in its wireless network with wireless access to the Internet or to each other ENGLISH 13 Option 2 Make an Ad Hoc wireless connection to another wireless network device Ad Hoc also called Peer to Peer used for small groups of computers that only communicate with each other An ad hoc wireless network consists of a group of computers each equipped with one wireless adapter connected via radio signals as an independent wireless network Choose AdHoc when connecting Philips Streamium products 3 2 Use the How to booklet to help you through the installation procedure 1 Take the How to booklet and follow its step by step instructions for installing the Wireless USB Adapter 11g 2 When asked if you want to set up an Ad Hoc or Infrastructure Network select the type of network that you2. to the Shaed Documents folder To make this folder and its subfolders private so that only you have access select the following check box Network sharing and security To share this folder with both network users and other Users of this computer select the fest check box below and lype a share name Z Shae this folder on the network Shae name My Pictwes Allow network users to change ny files o El my Network Places D Recycle Bin ta Start E Network and internet fe My Oc To share folders with the network Start Windows Explorer and right click the folder you wish to share with the network Click the Sharing tab and adapt the settings and internet To explore the network Double click the Network Environment icon on the desktop If you need more information consult Windows Help 34 ENGLISH For Windows 98SE and Windows Me See earlier on in this chapter for Windows XP and Windows 2000 inters PEN Taskbar amp Start Menu BJ Folder Options e sem Click the Windows Start button click Settings and click Control Panel from the list 5 Control Panel i Ele Edt View Go Favores Help a EE BE EE ENEE Paste Undo tie Beck Forward Up Cut Copy Delete Properties ga Adstess an Control Panel gt Accessibilty Add Remove Date Time Display Options Programs Control Me g Panel 6 ZS e 8 Intemet Keyboard Modems Network Options Configures network ha
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4. consider installing firewall software Securing your network from Internet access Check in the documentation of your wireless base station or router whether it provides you with a built in firewall and network address translation NAT which provide security for an always on broadband Internet connection that is shared among the computers and devices on your home network Computers on an Ad Hoc network may share an Internet connection that is set up on one of the computers ICS However a firewall is usually not built in and you should install one on the computer that is sharing the Internet connection 24 ENGLISH Chapter 6 Example of how to secure your wireless network This is an example of how to secure your wireless network using the Philips Wireless USB Adapter 11g Monitor program Philips Wireless Network Manager D Wireless USB Adapter e e Se 7 a Pom Wireless USB Adapter 119 Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile Mytletwerk Bnew se Xf delete d Corser Security Network Name Je Operating Mode finfrastructae Transm Rate Double click the CPWVUA Monitor icon in the lower right corner of the screen Click the Configuration tab Then click the Security sub tab The encryption settings are in the lower part of this window Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg W
5. during start up of the PC and that stays active in the system tray in the lower right corner of your computer screen Note if the program icon is not present in the system tray click on CPWUA Monitor in the Philips Wireless Network Manager program group System tray icon di 1 The icon represents signal strength and wireless link status In addition it gives you access to the Philips Wireless Network Manager and its configuration menus 2 Right clicking the system tray icon displays the following options e Profiles e g DEFAULT and others in the top part of this menu For choosing one of your profiles The active profile is marked You need to open click Show the Philips Wireless Network Manager if you want to add or delete a profile e Wireless On Off Gives you control over enabling and disabling the wireless link e Show Philips Wireless Network Manager CPWUA Monitor Opens the Philips utility program for viewing and changing your wireless network adapter settings ENGLISH 15 e Hide Hides the system tray icon from the system tray until you restart your computer without disabling the wireless network adapter Radio On Off Show Hide Exit Exit Disables the wireless network adapter and removes the system tray icon from the system tray until you restart your computer 16 ENGLISH 4 2 What do the settings mean The Wireless Network Manager program CPWUA Monitor has five main tabs with information and
6. network should have the same workgroup name Workgroup name MYNETWORK Examples HOME or OFFICE lt Back l Next gt Cancel Enter the same workgroup name for all computers in the network then click Next to continue 32 ENGLISH Network Setup Wizard You re almost done Sa You need to run the Network Setup Wizard once on each of the computers on your A network To run the wizard on computers that are not running Windows XP you can use the Windows XP CD or a Network Setup Disk What do you want to do ei O Use the Network Setup Disk already have O Use my Windows XP CD O dust finish the wizard don t need to run the wizard on other computers Choose to make a networking setup disk Then click Next Network Setup Wizard Completing the Network Setup Wizard You have successfully set up this computer for home or small office networking For help with home or small office networking see the following topics in Help and Support Center Using the Shared Documents folder To see other computers on your network click Start and then click My Network Places To close this wizard click Finish Click Finish to close the Wizard and then use the disk you made to set up your other computers ENGLISH 33 My Pictures Properties General Sharing Local shating and security To shae this folder with other users of this computer only dag
7. that will be hard to guess IMPORTANT You need to make a difference between upper case and lower case characters l e SecretCode is not the same as secretcode Use 13 characters for 128 bit encryption e g topsecretcode and 5 characters for 64 bit encryption e g my1st 26 ENGLISH Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile MyNetwork v WNew RH zas X Delete Common Security 2 SecurityON Authentication Type WEP x Key Length 108 128 bit encryption e Use Passphrase I Wireless USB Adapter 119 Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile DEFAULT New R Save X Delete Common Security SecutyON Authentication Type WEP x Key Length 108 128 bit encryption v Use Passphrase T Default Key Key1 X Apply changes CO Wireless On uch x Exit Click Apply changes ENGLISH 27 Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg Network Name Base Station Name manger Channel 6 Current Connection S4 Mbps ST Speed 54 Mbps Signal Stench STZ D Wireless On Sitelp E Exit The Link information tab appears in which you can check the status of the wi
8. the Host Name IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway This window also contains buttons for releasing and renewing the ID address This is done to bring a computer back onto the network after moving it to a different location or after experiencing an unexpected outage First release then renew the IP address Computers on DHCP networks often but not always re establish network connectivity automatically ENGLISH 21 e Site Survey Philips Wireless Network Manager USB Adapter Ilg n Wireless Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Scan philip 00 30 F1 84 3F CC Speed ouch441 00 02 2D A4 1C A2 O Wireless On Selecting the Site Survey tab displays a list of available wireless network access points Next click Rescan to update the list It shows you the following information e The name of the wireless connection Network Name or SSID e Signal strength and wireless link quality e An icon reflecting if encryption is enabled Double click one of the network names to open the Profile Wizard for establishing a wireless connection with that network Note refer to the How to booklet on how to set up a wireless connection e Version information Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter 119 Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Royal Philips Electronics PHILIPS Wee r c
9. you need more information while using the Wizard In each window click Next to go to the next step Below we will describe some of the crucial steps of this Wizard Network Setup Wizard The wizard found disconnected network hardware Sa The network connections listed below are disconnected Plug in your network cables or otherwise connect your network hardware and then click Next Connections Local Area Connection Realtek RTL8139 Family PCI Fast Ethernet NIC Place a check mark to ignore any broken network connections before clicking Next to continue ENGLISH 31 Network Setup Wizard Give this computer a description and name Computer description My Computer at Home Examples Family Room Computer or Monica s Computer Computer name MY_L4PTOP Examples FAMILY or MONICA The current computer name is TJARKO_L4PTOP Some Intemet Service Providers ISPs require that you use a specific computer name This is often true for computers with a cable modem If this is the case for your computer do not change the computer name provided by your ISP Leam more about computer names and descriptions 1 Enter a description that helps you recognize the computer 2 Enter a name that is different for each computer 2 Click Next to continue Network Setup Wizard Name your network Sa Name your network by specifying a workgroup name below All computers on your
10. 4 in overeenstemming is met de essenti le eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999 5 EG French Par la pr sente Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC d clare que l appareil CPVVUA054 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999 5 CE Swedish H rmed intygar Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC att denna CPWUA054 star verensst mmelse med de v sentliga egenskapskrav och vriga relevanta bestammelser som framgar av direktiv 1999 5 EG Danish Undertegnede Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC erkl rer herved at f lgende udstyr CPWUA054 overholder de v sentlige krav og vrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999 5 EF German Hiermit erkl rt Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC die bereinstimmung des Ger tes CPWUA054 mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Festlegungen der Richtlinie 1999 5 EG Greek ME THN MAPOYZA M T lo toveo Epeyuoo yrT B P Teommfeoour amp AyyettooietT THA YNEI OTI TNWA054 LYMMOPS YNETAI MPOX TI OYE YTEIZ ANAITHZEIZ KAI TIZ AOINE ZXETIKEZ TIATAZEIZ TH2 OTHIIAZ 999 5 Italian Con la presente Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC dichiara che questo CPWWUA054 conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999 5 CE Spanish Por medio de la presente Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC declara que el C
11. PWWUA054 cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999 5 CE Portuguese Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC declara que este CPVWWUA054 esta conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposi es da Directiva 1999 5 CE Helpline Belgi Belgique Belgien 02 275 0701 Luxemburg Luxembourg 26 84 3000 Danmark 35 25 87 61 Deutschland 0696 698 4712 Espa a 09 17 45 62 46 France 03 8717 0033 EAAnvas 00800 3122 1223 Ireland 01 601 1161 Italia 02 48 27 11 53 Cyprus 800 92256 European Regulations Nederland 053 482 9800 Norge 22 70 82 50 Osterreich 01 546 575 603 Portugal 0800 831 363 Schweiz Suisse Svizzera 02 23 10 21 16 Suomi 09 2290 1908 Sverige 08 632 0016 UK United Kingdom 0207 949 0069 This product has been designed tested and manufactured according to the European R amp TTE Directive 1999 5 EC Following this Directive this product can be brought into service in the following states B W DKY JE W GRX F vw IR vil vil W NLVW A Y P X SUW S W UKX IN vw D Y CHY ENGLISH 5 mle Weoy dech ee What are wireless network CONNECtIONS se sn Factors determining your network range and network speed SECUPING YOU Wireless Debaork ament 7 Packaging contents Your Wireless USB Adapter 11g Important INfOrMatiON scccccssssscsssssesssssc
12. W i Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile MyNetwork ad New Le Save x Delete Common Security Security ON Authentication Type WEP x Key Length 108 128 bit encryption v 40 64 bit encryption 108 128 bit encryption Key 1 Key 2 Key 3 Key 4 Default Key Key 1 X D Apply changes Oo Wireless On Help E Exit The encryption or WEP code can be seen as a password for your wireless network Only devices with the correct password may use the network Set Key Length to exactly the same wireless security strength 64 bit or 128 bit as your Wireless Base Station or other wireless network adapters The higher the better Therefore select 128 bit Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter ie Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile MyNetwork x 8 Ven RH Save Delete Common Security Fy Set ON Authentication Type WEP X Key Length 108 128 bit encryption v i Use Passphrase I Default Key Key 1 e Y Apply changes D Wireless On Sutelp E Exit ENGLISH 25 Select ASCII as your Key Type This enables you to enter an encryption key in normal text After Key 1 enter a code in text and numbers
13. Wireless USB Adapter 11g Instructions for use VERSION 1 0 PHILIPS 2822 100 05288 e PHILIPS A AQ95 56F 529 PF report No DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC Building SBP6 manufacturer s name P O Box 80002 5600 JB Eindhoven The Netherlands manufacturer s address declare under our responsibility that the radio product Philips CPWUA054 00 name type or model Wireless USB Adapter 802 11g product description to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standards EN 300 328 1 v1 3 1 2001 12 EN 300 328 2 v1 2 1 2001 12 EN 301 489 1 v1 3 1 2001 09 EN 301 489 17 v1 2 1 2002 09 EN 60950 2000 01 title and or number and date of issue of the standards following the provisions of 1999 5 EC R amp TTE Directive P Frantzen Eindhoven 25 February 2004 General Approbations Manager place date signature name and function English Hereby Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC declares that this CPVWVUA054 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 5 EC Finnish Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC vakuuttaa Gren ett CPVVWUA054 tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999 5 EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sita koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen Dutch Hierbij verklaart Philips Consumer Electronics BLC P amp A CC dat het toestel CPVVUA05
14. any network resources from the computer No access to a Windows or Net Ware service on the network If your wireless adapter cannot communicate with a computer in the network when configured for Infrastructure mode Network speed does not exceed 11 Mbps Possible cause PC or other network devices switched off Service unavailable Base Station Access Point is switched off Range too long weak radio signal Wrong settings USB 1 1 port used in stead of USB 2 0 Other network components are unsuitable for higher network speeds ENGLISH 43 Solution Make sure the computer and other network devices are receiving power Check that you have enabled and configured the service correctly If you cannot connect to a particular server be sure that you have access rights and a valid ID and password If you cannot access the Internet be sure you have configured your system for TCP IP Make sure the access point that the station is associated with is powered on Reposition your Wireless Adapter Make sure the SSID and the network encryption key are the same as those used by the wireless access point Connect the wireless adapter to a hi speed USB 2 0 port for maximum speed Make sure all network components are suitable for high network speeds Guarantuee certificate Certificat de garantie Garantieschein Garantiebewijs Certificado de garantia Certificato di garanzia Certificado de garantia
15. ce e The most recent downloads and information on this product will be available through our web site www philips com support e During set up and installation tt may be helpful to have the instructions for your PC and other network components at hand Safety Precautions e Radio equipment for wireless applications is not protected against disturbance from other radio services e Do not expose the system to excessive moisture rain sand or heat sources e The product should not be exposed to dripping or splashing No object filled with liquids such as vases should be placed on the product e Keep the product away from domestic heating equipment and direct sunlight e Allow a sufficient amount of free space all around the product for adequate ventilation e Do not open this product Contact your Philips retailer if you experience technical difficulties Environmental information All redundant packing material has been omitted We have done our utmost to make the packaging easily separable into three mono materials cardboard box polystyrene foam buffer and polyethylene bags protective foam sheet Your set consists of materials that can be recycled if disassembled by a specialised company Please observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of packing materials exhausted batteries and old equipment 10 ENGLISH Disclaimer This product is provided by Philips as is and without any express o
16. decided to install in 3 1 above NOTE Hi speed USB 2 0 port is required for 54 Mbps operation Connecting the adapter to a USB 1 1 port limits the speed to max 11 Mbps Should there appear any error messages or requests for additional information on the screen then please read the Troubleshooting section Please visit our web site www philips com support if you need further assistance IMPORTANT By installing the Wireless USB Adapter 11g and making a connection with another Wireless Network Adapter or a Wireless Base Station you only will have created the physical wireless connection between these network devices Much like connecting a network cable between two wired network adapters You still have to install applications for using the wireless network As an example see the chapter on creating a home computer network in this manual if you want to use the wireless network for that particular purpose 14 ENGLISH Chapter 4 Checking and changing settings CPWUA Monitor After installing the Wireless USB Adapter 11g you may want to check its settings or change them In the following sections we will explain 4 1 How to access the settings 4 2 What do the settings mean Please refer to the How to booklet if you want to perform basic tasks like setting up a wireless connection 4 1 How to access the settings You can access the settings by double clicking the CPWUA Monitor program that loads
17. es How you use this connection is up to you Setting up a computer network is to be seen as an independent application that requires networking software from other manufacturers For example the networking software that has been incorporated in the Windows Operating System by Microsoft Therefore the description below is to be seen as an example only Which Windows version do you have installed 1 Start setting up your network with the computer that has the latest operating system gt The order of preference being Windows XPWindows 2000 Windows Me and finally Windows 98SE 2 Use its Networking Setup Wizard and allow it to make a networking setup diskette 3 With this diskette set up your remaining computers For Windows XP and Windows 2000 See further on in this chapter for Windows Me and Windows 98SE Set Program Access and Defaults KE BE 3 wren tse uaa panne hac ey E O rowo programs P Di Ei rout f4 start rege ern Click the Windows Start button and click Control Panel from the list ENGLISH 29 E Ce Fle Edt View Favorites Took Heb a Oe O DB Pesca re Panel Pick a category KH Appearance and Themes SR Printers and Other Hardware Sr a 7 Switch to Classic View Network and Internet Connections W User Accounts RB Connect to the Internet create a home or seall office network configure network settings to work from home or BE ETSE Pra pT T change modem
18. esssrsssssssesssssessssesseees Safety Precautions Environmental information lege FCC complia Installing the Wireless USB Adapter 119 sscssssssssessssseeseeees 12 3 1 Decide in what way you want the Wireless USB Adapter 11g to connect to other wireless network devices 0 12 Infrastructure Wireless Debhwork 12 Ad Ho Wireless Heer endiech erer Ee 13 3 2 Use the How to booklet to help you through the Nstallationnproceduressc cinted canines amena 13 Checking and changing settings CPWUA Monitor s0088 14 FA Elan reegen eet Ab 14 AZAN Mab OAMe Settings ME dinne e a E 16 General network and security related information 00 22 The DOs and DON Ts of securing your wireless NetWork sssr 22 Securing your network from Internet access Example of how to secure your wireless network e sesessseessesee 24 Example of use how to set up a computer network 000 28 Which Windows version do you have installed s ssssssssssrsrsrsrsrsrssrsrsrsrsrorsrersnesre 28 For Windows XP and Windows 2000 For Windows 98SE and Windows le 34 Network terminology sccsssscssssscsssscssssscssssscssssssssssssssssseees 38 Technical specifications sccscscssssscssssssscsscesscsssssssssssssssscesees 41 Troubleshooting sssccssscscsssccssssssscssecsssssssessescsssesssssssssssssssesees 42 6 ENGLISH Chapter 1 Introduction of the Wireless USB Adapte
19. he Base Station will determine what type of key and security are to be used The settings below are only needed for Ad Hoc use of the Wireless USB Adapter Authentication Type Choose Open or Shared depending on the type of wireless security in the rest of your wireless network Key length For more secure data transmissions set encryption to the highest number of bits E g a 128 bit setting gives you a higher level of security than 64 bit IMPORTANT The setting must be the same for all clients in your wireless network Use Passphrase f Passphrase is selected security keys for WEP encryption are generated from your passphrase string If encryption is set to 128 bit only Key 1 is generated If encryption is set to 64 bit Keys 1 4 are generated You must use the same Passphrase and Default Key settings on all the other stations in your network Note A passphrase string can consist of up to 32 alphanumeric characters After entering the passphrase click Apply ENGLISH 19 Key Type If the Key Type is set to Hex the security keys are four 10 digit keys for the 64 bit WEP setting and four 26 digit keys for the 128 bit WEP setting The hexadecimal digits can be 0 9 amp A F e g D7 OA 9C 7F E5 If the Key Type is set to ASCII the security keys are four 5 digit keys for the 64 bit WEP setting and four 13 digit keys for the 128 bit WEP setting Default Key Choose the Key ID that has the encryption string
20. o frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help IMPORTANT Any changes or modifications to the equipment by the user not expressly approved by the grantee or manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate such equipment 12 ENGLISH Chapter 3 Installing the Wireless USB Adapter 11g This chapter will give you information on what you need to do when installing the Wireless USB Adapter 11g You need to do two things e Decide in what way you want the Wireless USB Adapter 11g to connect to other wireless network devices See below at 3 1 Note You can always change your settings afterwards to make a different type of connection e Use the How to 2 booklet to help you through the installation procedure See below at 3 2
21. om suppot Copyright c 2004 Philips Electronics N V Driver Version 1 0 9 0 Feb 26 2004 Application Version 1 0 0 5 Feb 20 2004 wireless On Suelo A Erit Selecting this tab displays vendor and version information 22 ENGLISH Chapter 5 General network and security related information The DOs and DON Ts of securing your wireless network Note For an example of how to encrypt your wireless network please see the chapter on An example of how to secure your wireless network DO Enable the highest encryption key level that your hardware provides for Upgrade your hardware if possible If you do not protect your wireless network all data from your PC might be accessible by for example your neighbours or passers by Use a wireless base station or router with Network Address Translation NAT and firewall enabled for sharing your Internet connection Change the default passwords for your network devices Leaving these at default makes it easy for an outsider to gain access Position wireless base stations away from windows and toward the centre of your home This decreases the strength of the signal outside your home Some wireless base stations allow you to control access based on the unique Media Access Control MAC address of the network adapter trying o associate with it If a MAC address has not been registered in the wireless base station it will not associate with it If your base station has thi
22. on such as metal framing and concrete or masonry walls and floors will reduce radio signal strength Avoid putting wireless components next to walls and other large solid objects or next to large metal objects such as computers monitors and appliances e Wireless signal range speed and strength can be affected by interference from neighbouring wireless networks and devices Electro magnetic devices such as televisions radios microwave ovens and cordless phones especially those with frequencies in the 2 4 GHz range may also interfere with wireless transmission e Standing or sitting too close to wireless equipment can also affect radio signal quality e Adjusting the antenna Do not place antennas next to large pieces of metal because this might cause interference ENGLISH 7 Securing your wireless network As wireless computer networks use radio signals it is possible for other wireless network devices outside your immediate area to pick up the wireless signals and either connect to your network or to capture the network traffic Therefore you should always enable the Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP or WiFi Protected Access WPA network encryption key to help prevent unauthorised connections or the possibility of eavesdroppers listening in on your network traffic For an example of how to secure your network please see the chapter on An example of how to secure your wireless network Packaging conten
23. phone and Internet settings Options z Gs A D Sounds Speech and Audio Devices Accessibility Options vam Performance and Maintenance Double click the Network and Internet connections icon Network and Internet Connections x Fie Edt View Favorites Took Help a OQ P Preach p gt Foders gf Network and Internet Connections Pick a task B Set up or change your Internet connection 5 Create a connection to the network at your workplace 5 Set up or change your home or small office network Run the Network Setup wizard which helps you set up or D modify a network so that you can share files printers and Co ae vou internet connection Ca Internet Options Network Connections Click in the list to the left on Setting up a home network or small business network 30 ENGLISH E Network and Internet Connections Network Setup Wizard ay Welcome to the Network Setup Wizard This wizard wil help you set up this computer to mun on your network With a network you cart Share an Inemet connection Set up Intemet Connection Firewall Share fles and folders Shae a pinter To continue cick Next and Internet The Wizard Network Setup appears Click Next to continue Wizard Network Settings 1 Please carefully read the instructions the Wizard gives you and adapt your choices to the type of network you want to set up Use the Help feature within the Wizard if
24. r implied warranty of any kind of warranties including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are disclaimed In no event shall Philips be liable for any direct indirect incidental special exemplary or consequential damages including but not limited to procurement of substitute goods or services loss of information data or profits or business interruption howsoever caused and on any theory of liability whether in contract strict liability or tort including negligence or otherwise arising in any way out of the use of inability to use this product even if advised of the possibility of such damages Philips further does not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information text graphics links or other items transmitted by this product ENGLISH 11 FCC compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules U S A Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE 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 This equipment generates uses and can radiate radi
25. r 11g CPWUA054 Thank you for purchasing the Philips Wireless USB Adapter 11g This Wireless USB Adapter 11g is a WiFi IEEE 802 112 compatible USB device It fully supports high data rates up to 54 Mbps with automatic fallback to lower speeds for secure operation at lower data rates in even the most difficult of wireless environments In this manual we will expand on how to install configure and use your Wireless USB Adapter 11g This chapter will give you background information on wireless networks and their security in general What are wireless network connections Your wireless network adapter uses a wireless protocol called IEEE 802 11g or WiFi to communicate with other network computers by means of radio transmissions WiFi radio waves travel outwards from the antenna in all directions and can transmit through walls and floors Wireless transmissions can theoretically reach up to 450 meters in an open environment and reach speeds of up to 54 megabits per second Mbps at close range However the actual network range and data throughput rate will be less depending on the wireless link quality Factors determining your network range and network speed e The environment Radio signals can travel farther outside of buildings and if the wireless components are in direct line of sight to one another Putting wireless components in high places helps avoid physical obstacles and provides better coverage e Building constructi
26. r and still keep the computer available for immediate use IMPORTANT All computers and wireless network devices in the same network should have the same Network Name SSID and the same encryption key for wireless security In Ad Hoc mode you must also specify the same radio channel for all wireless devices Note refer to the How to booklet on how to set up a wireless connection 18 ENGLISH e Configuration sub tab Security Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile DEFAULT New Ed Save X Delete Common Security TC SecurtyGN Authentication Type WEP x Key Length 108 128 bit encryption v Use Passphrase T Default Key Key 1 X D Apply changes CO Wireless On 2 Help E Exit First click the Security ON OFF button to enable or disable wireless security Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP and WiFi Protected Access WPA are implemented in the adapter to prevent unauthorized access to your wireless network The WPA WiFi Protected Access implemented in this Wireless USB Adapter11g uses an alphanumeric password between 8 and 63 characters long This password may include symbols and spaces IMPORTANT You must use the same encryption key throughout your network NOTE When connecting to a Wireless Base Station t
27. rdware and software N Mouse DD C Data Passwords 3 Sources 32bit Mier Homi Technical Support 13 Z RS g Power Printers Regional Sounds System Management Settings X E as AE fE cono Panes EE Double click the Network icon ENGLISH 35 Network Enter a name that is different for each computer Enter the same workgroup name for all computers in the network Enter a description that helps you recognize the computer Click on the Configuration tab to continue AWN gt 36 ENGLISH B Client for Microsoft Networks Dial Up Adapter Realtek RTL8029 AS PCI Ethemet NIC Dial Up Adapter Realtek RTL8029 4S PCI Ethemet NIC Wireless USB Adapter 119 Wireless USB Adapter 119 Click OK to accept the changes ENGLISH 37 Properties Eie Edt View Go Po a S Beck ee Address EJ My Computer Folders Cl Desktop g B Harddisk_e oD C Program Files B C Windows m i 0 W Win98 SE E L Printers nd Ae Drot rien are To share folders with the network Start Windows Explorer and right click the folder you wish to share with the network Click the Sharing tab and adapt the settings msen ASS br zen To explore the network Double click the Network Environment icon on the desktop If you need more information consult Windows Help 38 ENGLISH Chapter 8 Network terminology Read this chapter if you want to know ho
28. reless network connection Next click the Configuration tab Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg a SSS Wireless USB Adapter 110 Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Select Profile MyNetwork X K New RM Save x Delete Common Security Security ON Authentication Type WEP X Key Length 108 128 bit encryption v OoOO o U y O Use Passphrase I Default Key Key 1 X Y Apply changes CO Wireless On amp Hep Ed Exit Click Save to save the changes you made to the wireless network profile Finally click Exit to close CPVWWUA Monitor program Note The encryption key you entered will be replaced by asterisks for security reasons 28 ENGLISH Chapter 7 Example of use how to set up a computer network After installing the Philips Wireless USB Adapter 11g and establishing a wireless network connection with another wireless network device you are ready to start using the network for the application you want to use the network for A popular application is to set up a Windows home network between two or more computers The next pages will show you an example of how to set up a computer network using the Philips Wireless USB Adapter 11g Warning The wireless network adapter itself only enables your computer to connect to other similar wireless network devic
29. s feature enable it and add the MAC addresses of the network adapters ust use common sense Install an anti virus program on each computer on your network and use it regularly to check your computers for viruses Remember to update the anti virus program on a regular basis DON T Do not rely on radio transmission range limitations to secure your network Enable wireless security WWEP WPA to protect your network from unwanted access Use encryption keys and passwords that are hard to guess Do not change passwords to reflect your name address or anything that would be easy to guess ever open attachments to email messages that you are not expecting In addition scan all diskettes and home made CDs for viruses before opening files from them or before starting your computer from them Do not load a program from an unknown source onto one of your network computers Do not ignore the common signs of viruses unusual messages that appear on your screen decreased system performance missing data and inability to ENGLISH 23 access your hard drive If you notice any of these problems on your computer run your anti virus program immediately to minimise the chances of losing data Do not connect your home network to broadband Internet without taking security measures If you do not have a wireless base station installed on your network and you are sharing Internet access through one of the computers you may want to
30. settings Note The Wireless On Off button appears on the bottom of every tab to give you control over enabling and disabling the wireless link e Configuration Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter ll W I Wireless USB Adapter 11g Link Information IP Infomation Site Survey Version Information Select Profile DEFAULT New RH zas X Delete Common Security Network Name philips Operating Mode Infrastructure Transmit Rate auto SA Channel 6 KL Power Save Enable Disable Apply changes Apply changes CO Wireless On uch E Exit The Configuration tab lets you manage your profiles and gives you access to your wireless network and encryption settings A profile is a set of all settings needed for a particular wireless connection If you want to change between wireless networks you can simply switch from one saved profile to the other Use the New Save and Delete buttons for managing your profiles Note refer to the How to booklet on how to set up a wireless connection The Configuration tab contains three sub tabs Common Security and Advanced See below for an explanation of the settings of these sub tabs ENGLISH 17 e Configuration sub tab Common Philips Wireless Network Manager E ireless USB Adapter II Se Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information Selec
31. t Profile DEFAULT z New NM Save x Delete Common Security l Network Name philips X Operating Mode Jinfrastuctue x Transmit Rate fwo z Channel E p Power Save Enable Disable pi Apply changes O Wireless On Sitelp E Exit Network Name Input a wireless network name for the wireless network to which you want to connect Alternatively use the Site Survey tab to choose from the list of available Network Names Default philips Operating Mode Set the operation mode to Ad Hoc Peer to Peer for network configurations that do not have a Wireless Base Station and to Infrastructure for configurations with a wireless base station Infrastructure is the default setting Transmit Rate Auto will automatically negotiate the highest possible wireless network speed Or set a lower speed manually Lower speeds will give better range Channel If you are setting up an Ad Hoc wireless network set the channel number to the same radio channel as that used by the other wireless devices in your group However if you are connecting to a network via a base station then the channel is automatically set to the channel of the base station to which the adapter connects The Channel can only be set when the Operating Mode is set to Ad Hoc Peer to Peer Power Save Click the box if you want to use power management to reduce your portable computer s consumption of battery powe
32. tion send receive Approx 500 mA 420 mA Dimensions h x w x d 22 x 79 x 93 mm Weight Approx 55 g adapter only Operating Temperature 0 55 C Storage Temperature 20 75 C Humidity 5 90 non condensing 42 ENGLISH Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Please check the following troubleshooting items and our web site www philips com support before contacting our technical support Problem Possible cause Solution ADAPTER INSTALLATION PROBLEMS Your PC cannot find USB Adapter not Make sure the USB cable is securely connected to the Wireless USB connected the USB connectors of both the adapter and of Adapter or the net your PC work driver does not install correctly USB Adapter damaged Check for any hardware problems such as physical damage to the adapter s connector USB Adapter or port Try to connect the adapter to another USB port defective If this also fails test your computer with another Wireless USB Adapter 11g that is known to operate correctly Conflicting network H there are other network adapters in the adapters computer they may be causing conflicts Remove all other adapters from the computer and test thewireless adapter separately If it still does not work try re installing the wireless USB adapter 11g from the original Installation CD Restart your PC Problem NETWORK CONNECTION PROBLEMS If the Link LED on the Wireless USB Adapter 11g does not light or if you cannot access
33. ts Please check whether all of the following items are present in the box of the Wireless USB Adapter 11g These are provided to help you set up and use your Wireless USB Adapter 11g Contact your Philips retailer if any items are missing Wireless USB Adapter 11g Installation CD e How to 2 booklet e USB 2 0 Cable 8 ENGLISH Your Wireless USB Adapter 11g 1 Connector to PC For connecting the Wireless USB Adapter 11g to the USB port of your PC USB 2 0 port required for 54 Mbps 2 Integrated antenna Built in antenna for establishing wireless connections 3 Indicator LED Displays the network status LED LED Meaning colour e Off when not connected or with PC switched off Power Blue On when receiving power and ready for operation e Blinking when transmitting data network activity 4 Label with MAC address The designation consisting of 12 characters e g 00 30 F1 A1 F4 A5 or in general SCC NNN is the unique MAC address of this network device Some safety features or network identification purposes need this MAC address ENGLISH 9 Chapter 2 Important information e Please install and connect the product in the order as described in the How to booklet only This assures best installation results with the least technical hassles e Please read this manual and the How To booklet carefully before using the Wireless USB Adapter 11g and keep these documents for future referen
34. uter to connect one network to another e g to the Internet also known as WAN ONE ON ONE WIRELESS NETWORK also known as Ad Hoc Peer to Peer E o Oo MS WIRELESS NETWORK WITH MORE THAN 2 PCs also known as Ad Hoc Peer to Peer EH o The wireless medium forms a hub in and of itself No hardware hub is needed CONNECTING WIRELESS TO WIRED NETWORKS also known as Infrastructure Access Point Use a wireless base station 40 ENGLISH Central devices like a hub switch router or wireless access point may be stand alone devices or built into a computer A hub has multiple ports and serves as a central connection point for communication lines from all computers on a wired network It copies all data arriving at one port to the other ports A switch is similar to a hub but is able to handle different network speeds at each port Gateway routers and wireless access points route network traffic from one network to another e g from a wired network to the Internet or from a wireless network to a wired network or to the Internet ENGLISH 41 Chapter 9 Technical specifications Radio IEEE 802 11 Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS Antenna Type Built in antenna Data Rate 1 2 55 6 9 11 112 18 24 36 48 54 Mbps Host interface USB specification version 2 0 max 54 Mbps amp 1 1 max 11 Mbps Power consump
35. w to interpret the terminology used in this manual A network provides a means of communication between two or more computers and other devices that are connected to each other through wired or wireless means WIRED 5 c gt WIRELESS Te e YVES IL t d At each computer you will need a At each computer you will need to network adapter or Network install a WiFi wireless adapter to be Interface Card NIC to be able to able to connect to another wireless connect the computer to the enabled device Examples are network cable Examples are Ethernet cable Wireless USB adapter Ethernet notebook adapter Already built in ETHERNET ENGLISH 39 In a network the computers need to be able to connect to each other physically Therefore another important network property is how the computers connect to each other either directly or through a central device ONE ON ONE WIRED NETWORK also known as Direct connection max 2 PCs co oO E o eg I NOTE Use a crossover Etherne cable to connect two computers directly to each other WIRED NETWORK WITH MORE THAN 2 PCs Use a hub or switch to connect more than 2 PCs to each other a o o NOTE Use straight through Ethernet cables to connect the computers to the central device hub switch HOW TO INTERCONNECT WIRED NETWORKS Use a gateway ro
36. you prefer If you are using a key generated from the passphrase you must use the same passphrase and key on each wireless device For an example of how to change your encryption settings please see the chapter on An example of how to secure your wireless network e Configuration sub tab Advanced Keep the Advanced settings at their default values unless you have a specific reason for changing them Click Help if you need more information on these settings 20 ENGLISH e Link information Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter W I Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Network Name philips Base Station Name 99 30 F7 84 3F CC jp 0030 F1 B4 3F Channel 6 Current Connection f Speed 54 Mbps Signal Strength Excellent DST Wireless On Q Hep H Erit The Link information tab displays information on the wireless network name Network Name to which there is a wireless connection the signal strength and link quality the connection speed the channel and the number of transmitted received Tx Rx fragments IP information Philips Wireless Network Manager Wireless USB Adapter Ilg Wireless USB Adapter 11g Configuration Link Information IP Information Site Survey Version Information IP Address 169 254 167 227 IP Netmask 255 255 0 0 Gateway Host Name MY_LAPTOP tO Release Renew The IP information tab displays information on
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