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Fritz! USB Stick N User Manual

Fritz! USB Stick N
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Installation,
Configuration
and Operation
FRITZ!WLAN
USB Stick N
Basis-Template: Handbuch Deckblatt, AVM
FRITZ!Box-Produkte · Stand: 03-2009
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Fritz! USB Stick N Specifications

General IconGeneral
Frequency Band2.4 GHz
USB InterfaceUSB 2.0
Maximum Data Transfer Rate300 Mbps
CategoryAdapter
ModelFritz! USB Stick N
Operating Systems SupportedWindows, Linux
Wireless StandardIEEE 802.11n
SecurityWEP, WPA, WPA2
TypeUSB Adapter

Summary

Legal Notice

Trademarks

Safety Instructions

Disposal Instructions

Symbols and Highlighting

FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N

Overview

Provides a general introduction to the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N.

Package Contents

Lists all items included in the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N package.

Operation Requirements

Details the necessary hardware and software requirements for operating the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N.

LEDs

Explains the meaning of the indicator LEDs on the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N.

Technical Specifications

Outlines the technical specifications and features of the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N.

AVM Stick & Surf Technology

Connecting Securely with a FRITZ!Box WLAN

Describes how to establish a secure WLAN connection using the Stick & Surf technology.

Installation

Installing FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N

Step-by-step guide for installing the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N software and drivers.

Installation in Windows 7 / Windows Vista 32-bit Edition

Instructions for installing on Windows 7 and Vista (32-bit).

Installation in Windows 7 / Windows Vista 64-bit Edition

Instructions for installing on Windows 7 and Vista (64-bit).

Installation in Windows XP 32-bit Edition

Instructions for installing on Windows XP (32-bit).

Installation in Windows XP 64-bit Edition

Instructions for installing on Windows XP (64-bit).

Information on WLAN Connections

Explains how to establish WLAN connections after installation.

The FRITZ!WLAN Control Software

Establishing and Clearing WLAN Connections

Details how to manage wireless connections using the control software.

Operating FRITZ!WLAN

Guide on how to use and interact with the FRITZ!WLAN control software interface.

Context Menus

Explains the functionality of context menus within the FRITZ!WLAN software.

Connection Status

Describes how connection status is indicated by icons in the FRITZ!WLAN software.

Establishing a WLAN Connection

Step-by-step process for establishing a wireless network connection.

Establishing a Connection with a WLAN Access Point (Infrastructure Network)

Specific steps to connect to a WLAN access point in infrastructure mode.

Connecting Two WLAN Users Directly (Ad-hoc Network)

Instructions for setting up direct peer-to-peer WLAN connections.

How to Create an Ad-hoc Network

Detailed steps to configure and create an ad-hoc WLAN network.

Connecting to the Internet

Explains the methods for connecting the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N to the internet.

Connecting Using the WLAN Access Point

How to connect to the internet via a WLAN access point.

Establishing Connections Using the Computer

How the computer itself establishes internet connections.

Microsoft WLAN Service

Establishing and Clearing WLAN Connections

Managing wireless connections using the Windows Microsoft WLAN Service.

Information on the WLAN Control Software

Overview of switching from FRITZ!WLAN to the Microsoft WLAN Service.

Establishing a WLAN Connection (Windows 7)

Steps to establish a WLAN connection using Windows 7's service.

Establishing a WLAN Connection (Windows Vista)

Steps to establish a WLAN connection using Windows Vista's service.

Establishing a WLAN Connection (Windows XP from Service Pack 2)

Steps for Windows XP SP2 using the Microsoft WLAN service.

More about WLAN

AVM and WLAN

Basic explanation of WLAN technology and its use with AVM products.

Standards

Overview of different WLAN standards (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/i).

Standards for the Throughput Rate

Details throughput rates for various WLAN standards supported.

Security

Discusses the importance of security in wireless networks.

Encryption

Explains WEP, WPA, and WPA2 encryption mechanisms for WLAN.

Frequency Range

Discusses the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands used by WLAN.

WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

Describes the WPS procedure for establishing secure WLAN connections.

Establishing WLAN Connections using WPS

Step-by-step guide to setting up WLAN connections via WPS.

Uninstallation

Removing the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N

Instructions for uninstalling the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N software and drivers.

Troubleshooting

Help for Errors

General guidance for resolving issues with WLAN connections or IP settings.

Errors During Installation

Addresses common errors encountered during the installation process.

Checking the USB Port

Troubleshooting steps when the computer does not detect the USB Stick.

Uninstalling the WLAN Adapter Software

Resolving conflicts when using the FRITZ!WLAN software with other adapters.

Installing the Latest Service Packs

Recommendation to install service packs for proper USB 2.0 functionality in Windows XP.

WLAN Connection Is Not Established

Solutions for when a WLAN connection fails to establish.

Checking the Data of the WLAN Connection

Verifying settings for successful WLAN connection registration.

Changing the Position of the WLAN Devices

Troubleshooting steps for when no WLAN remote sites are found.

Errors During Data Exchange with Other Devices in the Network

Resolving issues when data cannot be exchanged between devices.

Checking the WLAN Access Point

Steps to check if the WLAN access point is connected and switched on.

Allowing Network Access

Troubleshooting issues preventing access to shared network resources.

Checking the Network Data

Diagnosing limited connectivity or inability to access the internet.

Checking the Data of the Ad-hoc Connection

Verifying settings for direct WLAN connections (ad-hoc).

Switching the WLAN Channel

Addressing interference by changing the WLAN channel.

Checking the IP Settings

Avoiding WLAN Channels with DFS

Preventing connection loss in the 5-GHz band due to DFS.

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically in Windows 7

How to configure automatic IP address acquisition in Windows 7.

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically in Windows Vista

How to configure automatic IP address acquisition in Windows Vista.

Obtaining an IP Address Automatically in Windows XP

How to configure automatic IP address acquisition in Windows XP.

Customer Service Guide

Help on All Important Service Topics

Information sources for support and service topics.

Product Documentation

Resources for learning about the FRITZ!WLAN USB Stick N features.

Information in the Internet

Links to online resources like FAQs, updates, and FTP servers.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Commonly asked questions and their answers.

Updates

Information on downloading software and driver updates.

Support from the AVM Service Team

Guidance on how to contact AVM for support.

Support by E-mail

How to contact AVM support via email.

Support by Fax

How to contact AVM support via fax.

Declaration of CE Conformity

Indication of Countries

Information on where the product can be operated within the European Union.

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