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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)

NOTE: Use a crossover Ethernet
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.

NOTE: Use straight-through Ethernet
cables to connect the computers to
the central device (hub/switch).

HOW TO  INTERCONNECT
WIRED NETWORKS

Use a 

gateway router

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 

WIRELESS NETWORK WITH
MORE THAN 2 PCs

also known as: Ad Hoc / 
Peer-to-Peer

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

.

ENGLISH

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Summary of Contents for CPWUA001

Page 1: ...Instructions for use CPWUA001 CPWUA001 Wireless USB Adapter ...

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Page 4: ...ommunication settings 12 Wireless adapter settings 12 Network settings 13 Internet Connection Sharing ICS 14 Advanced network security related issues 21 What are wireless network connections 21 Factors determining your network range and network speed 21 Securing your wireless network 21 Securing your network from Internet access 22 The DOs and DON Ts of securing your wireless network 23 Network te...

Page 5: ...is easy to install on all devices with an USB interface It keeps your PC s power consumption to a minimum with deep sleep mode and it has advanced encryption features for enterprise level network security Technology for people Legend of product 1 Connector to PC illustration on inside For connecting the Wireless USB Adapter to the USB port of your PC flap 2 Integrated antenna Built in antenna for ...

Page 6: ...stic heating equipment and direct sunlight Allow a sufficient amount of free space all around the product for adequate ventilation 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 ...

Page 7: ...ential 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 Philip...

Page 8: ...Manual in PDF format Readme document and release notes You only need to install the Wireless Base Station Client Tool if you want to use the Wireless USB Adapter for configuring a Philips Wireless Base Station You do not need it if you just want to install or connect to a wireless network Do not connect the Wireless USB Adapter to your PC until the Setup Wizard asks you to do so IMPORTANT Only con...

Page 9: ...r profiles The green indicator points to the active profile Please open the Philips Wireless Network Utility if you want to add or delete a profile Philips Wireless Network Utility Opens the Philips utility program for viewing and changing your wireless network adapter settings Hide Hides the system tray icon from the system tray until you restart your computer without disabling the wireless netwo...

Page 10: ...the number of sent received Tx Rx fragments IP information The IP information tab displays information on the Host Name IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway This window also contains buttons for releasing and renewing the IP connection Site Survey Selecting the Site Survey tab displays a list of available wireless network access points It list shows you the following information The name of the wire...

Page 11: ...t Infrastructure wireless network A Philips Wireless Base Station or access point can provide computers on a wireless network with access to a wired computer network and to the Internet An integrated wired and wireless network is called an infrastructure configuration This infrastructure consists of a group of wireless PC users and a wireless access point or base station that is directly connected...

Page 12: ...n SSID wireless network name for the wireless network to which you want to connect Alternatively use the Site Survey menu item to choose from the list of available SSIDs Default SSID Philips 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...

Page 13: ...passphrase click Apply The WPA WiFi Protected Access implemented in this Wireless USB Adapter 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 Network settings From the Windows Control Panel Start Settings Control Panel double click the Network icon or select your Netwo...

Page 14: ... an existing broadband Internet connection you can bridge within that PC the wireless network to the existing network adapter that connects to the Internet You do this by enabling Internet Connection Sharing ICS from your Microsoft Windows operating system for that PC This makes the PC share its existing broadband Internet connection with the wireless network ICS configuration and usage issues ICS...

Page 15: ...are with Dynamic Host Control Protocol server DHCP functionality The ICS host computer must be the only DHCP server on the network Before installing ICS first disable any DHCP services that are provided on the network e g by a hardware router gateway or base station Please refer to the router gateway manufacturer s instructions on how to disable its DHCP services Enabling Internet Connection Shari...

Page 16: ...up a home or small office network The Network Setup Wizard will appear 3 Follow the instructions on the screen and enter a computer name unique for each computer e g STUDY or MOM a workgroup name the same for all computers in the network e g HOMENET NOTE these names are not the SSID or network name Select to share your files and printers Make a Home Networking Setup disk if you have PCs with other...

Page 17: ... Setup tab The window to the left will appear 3 Double click on Internet Tools The next window will appear 4 In this window put a mark in the check box for Internet Connection Sharing and click OK Then click OK again The Wizard Internet Connection Sharing will appear 5 Follow the instructions on the screen in each screen click Next to continue the Wizard until it is finished In the Wizard you need...

Page 18: ... Use DHCP for WINS resolution f In the Gateway tab remove all gateways if any are listed g In the DNS Configuration tab select Disable DNS h In the Bindings tab for security reasons you must de select all bindings Please do the same for TCP IP Shared External access network adapter i Click OK to accept the new TCP IP settings j Select Windows Logon as the Primary Network Logon Any changes to the n...

Page 19: ...vice and choose the network adapter you use to make contact with the Internet from the list 4 In the next screen select Yes when asked if you want other computers on your home network to use the Internet connection on this computer Choose the wireless network adapter 5 Follow the instructions on the screen and enter a computer name unique for each computer e g STUDY or MOM a workgroup name the sam...

Page 20: ...rol Panel Then double click Network and Dial Up Connections and then double click Home Networking Wizard 3 Right click the connection you want to share Then click Properties The Properties window for this network connection will appear 4 Click the Sharing tab and then select Enable Internet Connection Sharing for this connection This enables the ICS feature 5 Run the Home Networking Wizard on all ...

Page 21: ...rs 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 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 esp...

Page 22: ...me 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 What is a firewall A firewall acts as a barrier that helps protect your network from outside intruders The firewall specifies what information can be commun...

Page 23: ...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 WEP WPA to protect your network from unwanted access Use encryption keys and passwords that are hard to guess Do not change passwords to reflect y...

Page 24: ... computer you will need a network adapter or Network Interface Card NIC to be able to connect the computer to the network cable Examples are USB Ethernet cable Ethernet notebook adapter Already built in ETHERNET At each computer you will need to install a WiFi wireless adapter to be able to connect to another wireless enabled device Examples are Wireless USB adapter Wireless notebook adapter Alrea...

Page 25: ... or switch to connect more than 2 PCs to each other NOTE Use straight through Ethernet cables to connect the computers to the central device hub switch HOW TO INTERCONNECT WIRED NETWORKS Use a gateway router 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 WIRELESS NETWORK WITH MORE THAN 2 PCs also known as Ad Hoc...

Page 26: ...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 IMPORTANT NOTE Wired and Wireless components may be linked together to provide a variety of network layouts topologies Technical specifications Radio IEEE 802 11b Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum DSSS Antenna Type Built in antenna Data Rate 1 2 5 5 11 Mbp...

Page 27: ...amaged 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 that is known to operate correctly BIOS too old Make sure your computer is using the latest BIOS Conflicting network If there are other network adapters in the a...

Page 28: ... you cannot connect to a particular server be network 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 If your wireless Base Station Access Make sure the access point that the station is adapter cannot Point is switched off associated with is powered on communicate with a computer in the Range too long...

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