Intended use
The product is designed to be connected to a USB port on a computer (or to a USB hub connected to the
computer). It is used to establish radio connection with other devices appropriate for this purpose (e.g.
WLAN router).
Power is supplied via the USB interface.
In France, the product may only be used indoors.
Always observe the safety instructions and all other information included in these operating instructions.
This product complies with the applicable National and European requirements. All names of companies and
products are the trademarks of the respective owner. All rights reserved.
Package Contents
• WLAN USB Adaptor N300
• 2 WLAN antennas
• Mini USB cable
• CD with driver
• Operating Instructions
Features
• WLAN using 802.11b/g/n (max. 300MBit); WLAN antenna removable
• USB connection, USB2.0
• Blue LED; lights up when the device is in use;
fl
ashes during data transfer
Safety Instructions
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Please read all the instructions before using this device; they contain important informa-
tion on its correct operation.
The warranty will be void in the event of damage caused by failure to observe these safety
instructions! We do not assume any liability for any consequential damage!
Nor do we assume any liability for material and personal damage caused by improper use
or non-compliance with the safety instructions! In such cases, the warranty will be null
and void.
• The unauthorised conversion and/or modi
fi
cation of the product is not permitted for safety and
approval reasons (CE). It must not be opened or dismantled! It does not contain any internal
parts that need to be adjusted or maintained by you.
• The product is only intended for use in dry indoor locations.
• Protect the product from direct sunlight, strong heat (>35°C), cold (<0°C), dust and dirt,
splashes and dripping water, vibrations or mechanical loads.
• When the product is taken from a cold to a warm room (e.g., during transport), condensation
may be produced. This could damage the product.
Wait until the product has reached room temperature before using it. This may take several
hours.
• Do not leave packaging material carelessly lying around since it could become a dangerous
plaything for children.
• Handle the product with care. The product can be damaged if crushed, struck or dropped,
even from a low height.
• If you have any questions that are not answered in these operating instructions, please con-
tact our technical support centre or consult a professional.
Installation of Driver/Software
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First, install the software provided, before connecting the WLAN adaptor to the computer.
Otherwise, Windows will not
fi
nd the driver on the enclosed CD.
• Insert the enclosed CD in an appropriate drive on your computer. If the installation does not start automati-
cally, open the CD‘s content e. g. with Windows File Manager and start the installation program manually.
Follow all of the instructions. At the time these operating instructions were created, the user needed to start
the installation by running the
fi
le “setup.exe” from the directory “Windows” on the CD.
If there are any queries from the Windows user account control, they must be con
fi
rmed with “Yes”.
• Restarting may be required after
fi
nishing the driver installation.
Connection and Getting Started
• First mount the two WLAN antennae provided to the two screw connections on the device.
• Now connect the mini USB cable to the device and connect the device to your computer. Windows detects
the new hardware and completes the driver installation.
• Windows displays a new icon in the task bar, which you can use to open the con
fi
guration software.
Con
fi
guration
• When you have opened the con
fi
guration software, a list of the available WLAN networks is displayed.
• If you wish to establish a connection in the easiest way, click on the corresponding WLAN and con
fi
rm with
“Connect”.
The correct encryption will be selected automatically.
Enter the WLAN key and con
fi
rm with “OK”.
• The connection is now established automatically.
If a DHCP server runs in your network, an IP address is now assigned automatically to the connection.
• If your WLAN router is online, it should now be possible to connect to the Internet.
Tips & Notes
• WLAN network connections should be encoded to avoid unauthorized access, e.g. to your WLAN router.
You should preferably use the “WPA2” encryption.
• The indicated maximum data transfer rate (e.g. 54MBit for 802.11b/g, which means about 6.5MByte/s) is
never acquired in reality. This is due to different transfer mode systems, transmission errors, the distance
between WLAN stations, etc. The same applies to 802.11n (with this WLAN adaptor, theoretically max.
300 MBit).
• The wireless coverage depends on the ambient conditions, and can be restricted by:
- High-frequency interference of all types (computers, monitors, mobile phones)
- Buildings of all types and vegetation
- Conductive metals that are close to the devices or inside or close to the transmission path, e.g. cables,
radiators, metallised insulated glass panes, reinforced concrete
fl
oors, etc.
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In
fl
uences on the aerial‘s transmission characteristics, due to the distance of the transmitter or receiver
from conductive areas or objects (including the human body or
fl
oor).
- Broadband interference in urban areas that reduces the signal-to-noise ratio; the signal is not recognised
because of the “noise”
- Irradiation from insuf
fi
ciently shielded electronic devices, e.g. computers operated openly, or similar.
- Movements of the receiver/transmitter
- Too short a distance from the receiver/transmitter
Maintenance and Cleaning
The product does not require any maintenance and should never be disassembled for any reason.
Prior to cleaning the device, remove the USB cable (all network connections will stop functioning).
Only use a dry soft cloth for cleaning.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents as these can cause discolouration.
Do not press too strongly on the surface when cleaning, to prevent scratch marks.
Disposal
Electrical and electronic products do not belong in household waste!
Please dispose of the product, when it is no longer of use, according to the current statutory
requirements.
Declaration of Conformity (DOC)
We, Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Straße 1, D-92240 Hirschau, hereby declare that this product
conforms to the fundamental requirements and the other relevant regulations of the directive 1999/5/EC.
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The Declaration of Conformity (DOC) for this product can be found at www.conrad.com.
O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S www.conrad.com
WLAN USB high capacity
adaptor N300
Item no. 98 62 41
Version 02/12
These operating instructions are a publication by Conrad Electronic SE, Klaus-Conrad-Str. 1,
D-92240 Hirschau (www.conrad.com).
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g. photocopy, micro
fi
lming,
or the capture in electronic data processing systems require the prior written approval by the editor.
Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
These operating instructions represent the technical status at the time of printing. Changes in
technology and equipment reserved.
© Copyright 2012 by Conrad Electronic SE.
