SMC Networks EZCONNECT SMCWUSB-N2 User Manual

Quick
Installationon Guide
SMCWUSB-N2
EZConnect™
802.11g Wireless USB Adapter
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If the Software Installation warning appears as
below, click “Continue Anyway”.
Click Finish to exit the Wizard. You have now
finished installing the drivers for SMCWUSB-N2 on
your desktop or laptop.
Double-click the SMCWUSB-N2 utility icon on the
desktop to launch the SMC Wireless Utility. Or you
can access it from the Start menu.
Icon on the desktop:
From the Start menu: Click “Start”
→
“Programs”
→
“SMCWUSB-N2 802.11n Wireless Utility”
→
“SMC Wireless Utility”
Click on the “Profile Management” tab and
double-click on the Default profile. Click “Scan” to
view available wireless networks.
The SMC Adapter will now connect to your wireless router
or access point. Enjoy the wireless connection you have
just set up.
Note: For WPS configuration and other questions, refer to
the SMC User Manual on the CD.
Name your default profile and client computer
(optional). Enter the SSID name of the network you
wish to connect to and click OK.
Connecting to a secured wireless network
Note: Please make sure you have the correct security
type (WPA/WPA2 or WEP) and password for the
wireless network you wish to connect to.
If you have lost this information, you might need to
log into your wireless router/AP where the informa-
tion is stored.
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Click on the Security tab on the Profile Management
screen.
If the Security Type set up on your wireless router/AP
is WPA/WPA2-PSK:
- Set the Security Option to “WPA/WPA2
Passphrase” and click Configure
- Enter the password (8 characters minimum) and
click OK
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If the Security Type set up on your wireless router/AP
is WEP:
- Set the Security Option to “Pre-Shared Key
(Static WEP)” and click Configure
- Set the Key Entry to ASCII Text
- Enter the password and click OK
Note: A 64-bit WEP key is 10-digit long. A 128-bit WEP
key is 23-digit long.
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Before you Begin...
Thank you for purchasing the SMC
EZConnect™ 802.11g Wireless USB
Adapter.
SMCWUSB-N2 provides reliable
wireless connectivity to your
desktop or laptop via a USB port.
If you wish to connect to a wireless
network that is secured (with
password), please first gather the
security type and keys (password)
set up on your wireless router or
access point before you proceed
with the following steps.
Insert the SMC EZ Installation CD into the CD-ROM
drive on your desktop or laptop.
The SMC installation wizard will pop up.
Click “Install/Remove Driver and Utility”.

SMC Networks EZCONNECT SMCWUSB-N2 Specifications

General

Device Type	Wireless USB Adapter
Wireless Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Data Rate	Up to 300 Mbps
Interface	USB 2.0
Security	WEP, WPA, WPA2
Antenna	Internal
Operating Systems Supported	Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7

Summary

SMCWUSB-N2 Wireless USB Adapter Installation

Before You Begin

Provides prerequisites and tips before starting the installation process for the SMC wireless adapter.

Software Installation

Guide to installing the software from the SMC EZ Installation CD.

Driver and Utility Installation

Instructions for installing the driver and utility software for the wireless adapter.

Launching the SMC Wireless Utility

Steps to open and access the SMC wireless utility application.

Scanning and Connecting to Networks

Process of scanning for available wireless networks and initiating a connection.

Configuring Security Settings

Detailed steps for setting up WPA/WPA2-PSK or WEP security for wireless connections.

Completing Network Connection

Final steps to establish a successful wireless connection to the network.

Troubleshooting Guide for SMC Wireless Adapter

Cannot Connect to Network

Troubleshooting steps for issues connecting to a wireless network with the adapter.

Cannot Install Drivers

Solutions for problems encountered during the driver installation process.

Suggested Products

Recommendations for other SMC products that complement the wireless adapter.

Technical Support Information

Contact details and resources for obtaining technical assistance.