Copyright Information furnished by SMC Networks, Inc. (SMC) is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no responsibility is assumed by SMC for its use, nor for any infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may result from its use. No license is granted by implication or otherwise under any patent or patent rights of SMC. SMC reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. Copyright © 2003 by SMC Networks, Inc. 38 Tesla Irvine, California 92618 All rights reserved. Trademarks SMC® is a registered trademark; and EZ-Stream, EZ Connect, Barricade and EZ Hub are trademarks of SMC Networks, Inc. Other product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Compliances FCC - Class B This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits 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 equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that the interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient the receiving antenna · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (for example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. CAUTION STATEMENT: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 5 centimeters between the radiator and your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Note: In order to maintain compliance with the limits of a Class B digital device, SMC requires that you use a quality interface cable when connecting to this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by SMC could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. Attach unshielded twisted-pair cable (UTP) to the RJ-45 port and shielded USB cable to the USB port. Industry Canada - Class B This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled "Digital Apparatus," ICES-003 of Industry Canada. Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matérial brouilleur: "Appareils Numériques," NMB-003 édictée par l'Industrie. EC Conformance Declaration ­ Class B SMC contact for these products in Europe is: SMC Networks Europe, Edificio Conata II Calle Fructuos Gelabert 6-8, 2o, 4a 08970 ­ Sant Joan Despi Barcelona, Spain This information technology equipment complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC and all other related provisions of this directive. Important Safety Notices · Unplug this product from the AC power before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for cleaning. · Route the power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. · Situate the product away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, and other products that produce heat. · To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Do not allow water or any foreign objects to enter the interior. This may cause a fire or electric shock. In the event that water or other foreign objects get into the product, immediately unplug the AC adapter from the electrical outlet and contact Customer Service for inspection and/or repair/replacement options. · Do not take apart the equipment. This may cause fire, electric shock or other injuries. · Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a fire or electric shock. · This product is for use with the AC adapter that comes with it. Use with any other AC power is strongly discouraged as it may cause fire, electric shock, or damage to the equipment. 1 | System Requirements · · · · An available USB port Windows 98SE/Me/2000/XP A minimum of 10 MB of free disk space for installing the driver and utility program. Another IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g compliant device installed in your network, such as the SMC7004VWBR BarricadeTM Wireless Broadband Router, or another PC with a wireless adapter. 2 | Equipment Checklist After unpacking the SMCWUSB32 EZ ConnectTM 11 Mbps Wireless USB Flash Drive, check the contents of the box to be sure you have received the following components: · · · · · 1 1 1 1 1 SMCWUSB32 11 Mbps Wireless USB Flash Drive EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD Laptop Clip USB Extension Cable Quick Installation Guide Immediately inform your dealer in the event of any incorrect, missing or damaged parts. If possible, please retain the carton and original packing materials in case there is a need to return the product. Please register this product and upgrade the product warranty at SMC's Web site: http://www.smc.com 3 | Installation Instructions - Device Installation 1) Select an available USB port on the PC 2) Make sure the cap of the SMCWUSB32 is pushed down so that the USB interface is clearly visible 3) Carefully insert the USB adapter's Type-A plug (i.e., the flat plug) into the USB port 4) Press until it is firmly seated in the port - Using the Laptop Clip and USB Extension Cable 1) Select an available USB port on the PC 2) Make sure the cap of the SMCWUSB32 is pushed down so that the USB interface is clearly visible 3) Hold the cap in place while sliding the Laptop Clip onto the cap of the SMCWUSB32. Make sure the Laptop Clip is held firmly in place. 4) Carefully insert the USB cable's Type-A plug (i.e., the flat plug) into the USB port and press until it is firmly seated in the port 5) Insert the other end of the cable into the SMCWUSB32 11 Mbps Wireless USB Flash Drive 4 | Flash Drive Installation NOTE: Installation processes may require the use of your original, licensed copy of Windows. Please have your Windows CD available BEFORE proceeding with the installation. The following instructions are for Windows 98SE/Me. Under Windows 2000/XP, your Flash Drive should be automatically installed once you plug the SMCWUSB32 into your USB port. Windows 98SE Step 1: After you have inserted the SMCWUSB32 into your USB port, the Operating System will recognize the adapter and prompt you for the appropriate drivers. Click the [Next >] button to begin the installation. Step 2: Insert the EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD and select the [Search for the best driver for your device] option and click [Next >]. Step 3: Clear all checkboxes except for [Specify a location:]. Then press the [Browse] button and look for the drivers on your CD-ROM. Browse to ?:\Flash Driver. (Note: The "?" equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In most cases, this is D.) Step 4: The system should find the drivers. Click the [Next >] button to continue the installation. The wizard will show "UStorage Drive". Step 5: Once the system has copied the SMC drivers from the CD, it may then request files from your original Windows disk. Please insert the Windows CD at this time. Step 6: The system will copy the files. Do NOT press [Cancel]. Step 7: Once all the necessary files are copied from the Windows CD, the driver install process will be complete. Click [Finish] to exit the wizard. Step 8: You will then be prompted to reboot the machine. Press [Yes]. Upon reboot, the SMCWUSB32 will be initialized and ready for use. Windows ME Step 1: After you have inserted the SMCWUSB32 in your machine and turned it back on, the OS will automatically recognize the adapter and prompt you for the appropriate drivers. Select the [Specify the location of the driver] option. Then click the [Next >] button to begin the installation. Step 2: Insert the Driver CD and select the [Specify a location:] option. Clear the [Removable Media] checkbox. Then press the [Browse] button and look for the drivers on your CD. This should be located in ?:\Flash Driver. (Note: The ? equals the letter of your CD-ROM drive. In most cases, this is D.) Then click [Next >]. Step 3: The system should find the drivers. Click the [Next >] button to continue the installation. (Note: If the system could not find the drivers, click the [< Back] button, and select the [Display a list of all the drivers] option. Select [Network Adapters] from the list of devices, press [Have Disk] and once again browse to the location of the drivers) Step 4: Once all the necessary files have been copied, the driver installation is complete. Click [Finish] to exit the wizard. Step 5: You will then be prompted to reboot the machine. Press [Yes]. Upon reboot, the SMCWUSB32 will be initialized and ready for use. 5 | WLAN Driver/Utility Installation Step 1: Insert the SMCWUSB32 EZ Installation Wizard and Documentation CD. Step 2: Click the [Install Driver/Utility] button. Step 3: Please wait while the utility checks your Operating System Version and prepares to install the SMCWUSB32. Step 4: Click the [Next] button to continue. Step 5: Choose the folder where the utility setup files will be installed. It is recommended to leave this value at its default setting. Click [Next] to continue. The program files will now be copied. Please wait. Step 6: Please restart your computer to finish the installation of the SMCWUSB32. 6 | Utility Configuration NOTE: The following applies to Windows 98SE, Me, 2000. Under Windows XP, please use the Wireless Zero Configuration tool built into Windows XP to configure your SMCWUSB32. When the utility program is running, there will be a quick launch icon in the lower right-hand corner of the taskbar. The icon will be GREEN if you have a good connection to a wireless network. If it is red, you will need to verify the network settings and check to be sure that the Wireless Access Point on your network is turned on. You may also need to re-position the Access Point and place it in a higher position so that you are able to gain more wireless signal strength. Double-click the quick launch icon in the system tray to bring up the Configuration Utility. This provides quick access to management statistics and adapter settings. The Configuration Utility includes the following tabs: Status: Allows you to view/monitor network status, throughput, wireless channel, and TCP/IP Information. Profile: Allows you to implement Profile Management, edit SSID data, change the Tx Rate and Operating mode, and enable 64/128-bit WEP. Survey: Displays all the Access Points within range of the wireless adapter's signal. Allows you to select your desired WLAN. Statistics: Displays Transmit/Receive and other data used for management and troubleshooting. About: Shows the driver and utility version information. Section 1.1 | Status This tab will show you the current profile of the wireless card. Click [Disable Connection] to entirely halt all wirelessly functionality of the SMCWUSB32. Click [Reset] to reboot your SMCWUSB32. Section 1.2 | Profile The Profile tab allows to create or delete profiles and configure the wireless network settings. The options for Mode include Infrastructure(Access Point) and Adhoc(Peer-to-Peer). Adhoc networks consist of wireless clients only. In Infrastructure networks, wireless clients connect to wired LANs via Wireless Access Points. The Tx Rate allows you to manually set your Transmission speed over the wireless network ­ the options are 1Mbps, 2Mbps, Auto 1 or 2Mbps, 5.5Mbps, 11Mbps, or Fully Automatic. For more secure data transmissions, it is recommended to enable WEP on your WLAN. Click ...