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Alfa Network AWUS036ACM - User Manual

Alfa Network AWUS036ACM
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Summary

Chapter 1 Installation Guide

1.1 Software Installation

Guides the user through installing the wireless adapter's utility and drivers.

1.2 Uninstall Software

Provides instructions for removing the wireless adapter's utility and driver software.

Chapter 2 Configuration

2.1 Configuration of Utility

Details on configuring the wireless adapter using the provided utility software.

2.1.1 Site Survey

Scans for available wireless networks, showing SSID, signal, and security status.

2.1.2 Profile Management

Manages saved wireless network profiles: adding, deleting, editing, importing, and exporting.

2.1.3 Link Information

Displays current wireless connection status, quality, and transmission statistics.

2.1.4 Advanced Settings

Configures advanced wireless parameters like mode, region, and channel selection.

2.1.5 About

Displays utility, driver, SDK version, and MAC address of the wireless adapter.

2.1.6 Example Application

Walks through connecting to an AP using specific SSID, encryption, and key.

2.2 Configure with Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

Connects to wireless networks using Windows XP's built-in configuration utility.

Chapter 3 AP Mode

3.1 Config AP

Sets up the wireless adapter as a soft Access Point (AP) with SSID and security.

3.2 Advanced AP Settings

Adjusts advanced AP parameters like beacon interval, TX power, and idle time.

3.3 Access Control List

Manages AP access by allowing or denying specific MAC addresses.

3.4 Associate List

Shows detailed status information for devices connected to the Access Point.

3.5 About

Displays AP mode version and MAC address information for the wireless adapter.

Appendix A: Glossary

Wireless Standards and Definitions

Defines wireless standards (802.11a/b/g), network types, and spread spectrum technologies.

Wireless Security and Protocols

Explains WEP, WPA, Wi-Fi, WLAN, and their related security and networking concepts.

Summary

Chapter 1 Installation Guide

1.1 Software Installation

Guides the user through installing the wireless adapter's utility and drivers.

1.2 Uninstall Software

Provides instructions for removing the wireless adapter's utility and driver software.

Chapter 2 Configuration

2.1 Configuration of Utility

Details on configuring the wireless adapter using the provided utility software.

2.1.1 Site Survey

Scans for available wireless networks, showing SSID, signal, and security status.

2.1.2 Profile Management

Manages saved wireless network profiles: adding, deleting, editing, importing, and exporting.

2.1.3 Link Information

Displays current wireless connection status, quality, and transmission statistics.

2.1.4 Advanced Settings

Configures advanced wireless parameters like mode, region, and channel selection.

2.1.5 About

Displays utility, driver, SDK version, and MAC address of the wireless adapter.

2.1.6 Example Application

Walks through connecting to an AP using specific SSID, encryption, and key.

2.2 Configure with Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

Connects to wireless networks using Windows XP's built-in configuration utility.

Chapter 3 AP Mode

3.1 Config AP

Sets up the wireless adapter as a soft Access Point (AP) with SSID and security.

3.2 Advanced AP Settings

Adjusts advanced AP parameters like beacon interval, TX power, and idle time.

3.3 Access Control List

Manages AP access by allowing or denying specific MAC addresses.

3.4 Associate List

Shows detailed status information for devices connected to the Access Point.

3.5 About

Displays AP mode version and MAC address information for the wireless adapter.

Appendix A: Glossary

Wireless Standards and Definitions

Defines wireless standards (802.11a/b/g), network types, and spread spectrum technologies.

Wireless Security and Protocols

Explains WEP, WPA, Wi-Fi, WLAN, and their related security and networking concepts.

Alfa Network AWUS036ACM Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelAWUS036ACM
CategoryAdapter
InterfaceUSB 3.0
ChipsetMediaTek MT7612U
SecurityWEP, WPA, WPA2, WPA3
Wireless StandardsIEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Frequency Band2.4 GHz / 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate867 Mbps (11ac), 300 Mbps (11n)
Operating Systems SupportedWindows, Linux, macOS

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