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Chapter 1: Introduction

Connect your USB-equipped desktop or notebook computer to a wireless net-
work with the Linksys Wireless-B USB Network Adapter, without the trouble
of opening up the case of your desktop computer.

To install, simply plug the Adapter into any available USB port.  It gets its
power through the USB connection, so no power cord is necessary.  The includ-
ed Setup Wizard walks you through configuring the Adapter to your wireless
network settings, step by step. And your wireless communications can be pro-
tected by 128-bit encryption, so your data stays secure.

The Wireless-B USB Network Adapter's high-gain antenna lets you put your
computer almost anywhere in the building, without the cost and hassle of run-
ning cables.  Now you don't have to drill holes in your walls and climb through
the attic or cellar to get connected to the network.  Once you're connected, you
can keep in touch with your e-mail, access the Internet, use instant messaging
to chat with friends, and share files and other resources such as printers and
hard disk storage space with other computers on the network.

So don't hassle with running cables through your house -- get connected the
easy way with the Wireless-B USB Network Adapter.

Up to 11Mbps, High-Speed Data Transfer Rate

Plug-and-Play Operation Provides Easy Setup

Interoperable with 802.11b (DSSS) 2.4GHz-Compliant Equipment

Compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP

Capable of up to 128-bit WEP Encryption

Integrated Equalizer Recovers Weak Signals and Enhances Sensitivity

Movable External Antenna Improves Signal Quality

USB Port Powers Your Adapter—No Power Supply Needed!

User-Friendly Setup Software Provides Hassle-Free Configuration

Works with All Standard Internet Applications

Free Software Driver Upgrades

Free Technical Support—24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week, Toll-Free US
Calls

1-Year Limited Warranty

The Wireless-B USB Network Adapter

Features

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Appendix A: Troubleshooting

30

Common Problems and Solutions

30

Frequently Asked Questions

30

Appendix B: Glossary

34

Appendix C: Specifications

39

Environmental

39

Appendix D: Warranty Information

41

Appendix E: Contact Information

42

Summary of Contents for WUSB11 ver. 2.6

Page 1: ...Wireless B USB Network Adapter Use this guide to install WUSB11 User Guide...

Page 2: ...ons 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 equipme...

Page 3: ...timent au dessus d un espace public aucun enregistrement n est n cessaire pour une distance de moins de 300m Pour une distance sup rieure 300m un enregistrement aupr s de l IBPT est requise Pour une...

Page 4: ...ith friends and share files and other resources such as printers and hard disk storage space with other computers on the network So don t hassle with running cables through your house get connected th...

Page 5: ...reless networks have two different modes in which they may be set up infrastructure and ad hoc An infrastructure configura tion is a WLAN and wired LAN communicating to each other through an access po...

Page 6: ...CD ROM drive Note for Windows 98SE Me and 2000 users You must run the Setup Wizard to install the software before installing the hardware Figure 4 1 Note for Windows XP users Do NOT run the Wireless B...

Page 7: ...r all devices in the network The default setting is linksys all lowercase Click the Next button Figure 4 3 On the Welcome screen you have the following choices Install Click the Install button to begi...

Page 8: ...p 5 now If you chose Ad Hoc Mode select the correct operating channel for your network The channel you choose should match the channel set on the other devices in your wire less network Then click the...

Page 9: ...u to easily attach the Adapter onto your wall for better reception and more convenient placement Figure 5 4 Chapter 5 Hardware Installation 1 The Adapter comes with the USB cable you will use to conne...

Page 10: ...ter is complete If you want to check the link information search for available wireless networks or make addi tional configuration changes proceed to Chapter 7 Using the WLAN Monitor for Windows 98SE...

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