User Manual
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Wireless N300 Mini USB Wi-Fi Adapter
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This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for
an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating
instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must not be
co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. This
equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in hand. SAR measurements are
based on 5 mm spacing from the body and that compliance is achieved at that
distance.
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 and uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that 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 or relocate 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.
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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note:
The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by
unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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SECTION 1: Introduction
1.1 Product Features…………………………………….…............ 05
1.2 Package Contents………………………………….........…...... 05
1.3 LED Status…………………………………….......................... 05
1.4 Specifications………....................…………...…….…............ 06
SECTION 2: Quick Installation Guide
2.1 Hardware Installation…………………......................….......... 07
2.2 Software Installation……………............................................ 07
SECTION 3: Connect to a Wireless Network
3.1 In Windows XP………………………...................................... 10
3.2 In Windows 7………………………………………................... 11
3.3 In Windows 8.1…………………………….............................. 11
3.4 In Windows 10………………................................................. 13
SECTION 4: Client Utility
4.1 Connection Profile Management………………….................. 14
4.1.1 Add New Profile……………………............................... 15
4.1.2 Remove Existing Profile…………………….................. 17
4.1.3 Edit Existing Profile………………………….................. 17
4.1.4 Make a Copy of Existing Profile…………..................... 18
4.1.5 Set Default Profile………………................................... 18
4.2 View General Information and Network Status………........... 19
4.2.1 General Information……………………......................... 19
4.2.2 Status……………………............................................... 19
4.3 Miscellaneous Settings…………………………...................... 20
4.4 Establish Secure Connection with AP by WPS…………....... 21
SECTION 5: Soft-AP Function
5.1 Switch to AP Mode and Station Mode………………….......... 23
5.1.1 Configure SSID and Channel…………………….......... 24
5.1.2 Set Up SoftAP Security………………………............... 25
5.2 Advanced Settings……………………………......................... 26
5.3 Wireless Statistics………………............................................ 27
Appendix: Troubleshooting
Table of Contents
SECTION 1: Introduction
1.1 Product Features
• Complies with IEEE 802.11n, IEEE 802.11g and IEEE 802.11b standards
• Supports USB 2.0 interface
• Provides 300 Mbps receiving rate and 300 Mbps sending rate
• Auto-detect and switch the network transmission rate
• Provides two working modes: Infrastructure and Ad Hoc mode
• Supports 64/128-bit WEP Encryption, WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK,
TKIP/AES security authentication standards
• Supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) encryption method to simplify setup
and operation
• Easy-to-install
• Supports Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (32/64-bit), Linux, Mac OS X 10.4-10.11
Rosewill RNX-N300UBv2 connects your laptop or desktop to a wireless network
to enjoy fast, reliable wireless connectivity. The compact design makes the
adapter convenient and, once connected to a USB port, can be left there. It’s
your number one choice for enjoying fast, reliable wireless networking.
1.2 Package contents
• 1x RNX-N300UBv2 Wireless N300 Mini USB Wi-Fi Adapter
• 1 x Resource CD (drivers, utility and user manual)
• 1 x Quick Installation Guide
1.3 LED Status
Status Working Status
On
• The adapter has been installed.
• Data is being transmitted or received at a high data rate.
Off The adapter has been removed or not detected.
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SECTION 2: Quick Installation Guide
Please install the adapter into your computer before installing the driver from
the Resource CD.
2.1 Hardware Installation
2.1 Software Installation
Insert the wireless USB adapter into an empty USB 2.0 port of your computer
when it is switched on.
Note: When the adapter has been successfully installed on your computer, you
may be prompted by the Found New Hardware Wizard (Figure 2-1). Please
click “Close” and follow the software installation steps to install the driver and
utility for your computer.
1.
Figure 2-1 New Hardware Wizard found in Windows 7
Figure 2-2 AutoRun Window
Normal
Interface High Speed USB 2.0 Interface
Standards IEEE 802.11n; IEEE 802.11g; IEEE 802.11b
Frequency Band 2.4 GHz ISM (Industrial Scientific Medical) Band
Radio Data Rate
802.11b: 11/5.5/2/1 Mbps Auto Fallback
802.11g: 54/48/36/24/18/12/9/6 Mbps Auto Fallback
802.11n: up to 300 Mbps (Downlink) and 300 Mbps (Uplink)
Modulation
11b: DQPSK, DBPSK, DSSS, CCK
11g: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM, OFDM
11n: BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM with OFDM
Media Access
Protocol
CSMA/CA with ACK
Data Security
64/128-bit WEP Encryption
WPA, WPA-PSK, WPA2, WPA2-PSK, TKIP/AES
Frequency*
2412 - 2462 MHz (North America)
2412 - 2472 MHz (Europe)
Radio Channel* 1 to 14 channels (Universal Domain Selection)
Operating System Windows 7/8/8.1/10 (32/64-bit), Linux, Mac OS 10.6-10.16
Certifications FCC, CE
*
Only 2.412 GHz-2.462 GHz is allowed to be used in the USA, which means only channels 1-11 are available for American users to
choose.
Insert the resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. An AutoRun window will pop
up (Figure 2-2). Click the “Driver Installation” button to start the installation
procedure. If AutoRun does not work, browse the Resource CD, open the folder
and double-click “Setup.exe” to begin.
1.4 Specifications
Environmental and Physical
Working Temperature 0
˚
C to 40
˚
C (32
˚
F to 104
˚
F)
Storage Temperature -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Working Humidity 10% to 90% RH, Non-Condensing
Storage Humidity 5% to 95% RH, Non-Condensing
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2.
3.
4.
The InstallShield Wizard will pop up (Figure 2-3) and start installing the driver
automatically. This process may take 1-3 minutes. Do not click the “Cancel”
button, otherwise the installation will stop.
After the driver and utility are installed successfully, you must reboot your
computer. Select “Yes, I want to restart my computer now.”, then Click “Finish”.
After restarting the computer, the Wi-Fi icon will appear at the lower-right
side in your system tray. To connect to a network, please refer to Section 3:
Connect to a Wireless Network.
Figure 2-3
Figure 2-5
Figure 2-4
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SECTION 3: Connect to a Wireless Network.
With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer,
you can quickly connect to a wireless network using the following methods.
Connect Using Windows Built-In Wireless Utility
Windows users may use the built-in wireless utility to connect to a wireless
network.
Windows XP users may use the built-in wireless utility. Follow the steps below:
Windows 7 users may use the built-in wireless utility. Follow the steps below:
Windows 8.1 users may use the built-in wireless utility. Follow the steps below:
3.1 In Windows XP
3.2 In Windows 7
3.3 In Windows 8.1
1.
1.
1.
2.
3.
2.
3.
4.
Right-click on the utility icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). Select
“Switch to Windows wireless configuration tool”.
Click the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner). The utility will
display any available wireless networks in your area. Highlight the wireless
network (displayed using the SSID) to be connected and then click “Connect”.
Click the icon at the bottom of your screen, and a network list will appear at the
right side of your screen. Select your target network, and then click “Connect”.
If the network you selected is encrypted, enter the same security key or
passphrase that is on your router. If the network is not secured, the connection
will be established without entering a key.
When “Connect” appears behind the SSID, you have successfully connected to
the target network.
Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right
corner). Select “View Available Wireless Networks”.
The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area. Click on a
network (displayed using the SSID) and click the “Connect” button.
If the network is security-enabled, you will be prompted to enter the key as
shown below (Figure 3-3). If not, you will connect to the network directly without
entering a key.
Figure 3-1
Figure 3-2
Figure 3-3
Figure 3-4
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2.
3.
If the network is unencrypted, you will directly connect to it.
If the network is encrypted, enter the password (network security key) and then
click “Next” to continue.
When “Connected” appears under the SSID, you have successfully connected
to the target network.
Figure 3-5
Figure 3-7
Figure 3-8
Figure 3-9
Figure 3-6
Windows 10 users may use the built-in wireless utility. Follow the steps below:
3.4 In Windows 10
1.
2.
3.
Click the icon at the bottom of your screen, and a network list will appear at the
right side of your screen. Select your target network, and then click “Connect”.
If the network is unencrypted, you will directly connect to it.
If the network is encrypted, enter the password (network security key) and then
click “Next” to continue.
When “Connected” appears under the SSID, you have successfully connected
to the target network.
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SECTION 4: Client Utility
If you need to connect to different wireless access points at different times,
including access point of your home, office, cyber cafe, or public wireless
service, you can store the connection parameters (encryption, passphrase,
security, etc.) as a profile for every access point, so you don’t have to input
these parameters every time when you want to connect to a specific wireless
access point.
To manage profiles, right-click on the Client Configuration Utility icon located in
the lower-right corner of computer desktop, click “Open Config Utility” and select
the “Profile” menu.
With this function, you can set up the connection parameters for a specific
wireless access point in advance, without contacting it first. If you want to create
a new profile, click “Profile” menu and click “Add”.
Note: Client Utility is not applicable on Windows 8.1.
You’ll be prompted to input connection parameters for the wireless access point
you wish to connect. When all required
parameters are set, click “OK” to create
and save a new profile.
4.1 Connection Profile Management
4.1.1 Add a New Profile
Figure 4-1
Figure 4-2
Figure 4-3
Figure 4-4
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Please click “OK” when ready.
Profile Name
You can give a name to this profile, so you can remember its
purpose easily. It can be any phrase to help you remember.
Network Name
(SSID)
The SSID (Service Set Identifier, i.e. access point’s name). This must
be identical with the SSID of the access point you wish to connect.
This is a
computer-to-
computer (ad
hoc) network
Check this box if you wish to connect to another computer/network
device by ad hoc method. When not accessing wireless access
point, you have to check this box.
Channel
Select wireless channel for ad hoc connection. This option only
appears when you’re using ad hoc connection.
Network
Authentication
Select the network authentication type from drop-down menu. This
setting must be identical with the setting of wireless access point you
wish to connect.
Data Encryption
Select the data encryption type from drop-down menu. This setting
must be identical with the setting of wireless access point you with to
connect.
ASCII /
PASSPHRASE
When the encryption type is “WEP”, it’s required to input a
set of “PASSPHRASE” to connect to wireless access point.
Check “ASCII” or “PASSPHRASE”, depending on the security
setting of access point, and input into the box; if you select
“PASSPHRASE”, you also need to select the length of the key. The
passphrase must be identical with the setting of wireless access
point you wish to connect.
Key Index
Select WEP key index. For most access points you can select “1”,
but please refer to the setting of the access point.
Network Key
/ Confirm
Network Key
When the encryption type is “WPA” or “WPA2-PSK”, it’s required to
input a set of “PASSPHRASE” to connect to wireless access point.
Please input the same passphrase in two boxes for confirmation.
Required Parameters:
You can remove existing profile when you no longer need it. Click “Profile”
menu, select an existing profile which you wish to remove, and then click
“Remove”.
To change the content of a profile, select
a profile from the list first and click “Edit”.
You’ll be provided with the contents
of selected profile. Click “OK” to save
changes, or click “Cancel” to discard
changes.
4.1.2 Remove an Existing Profile
4.1.3 Edit an Existing Profile
Figure 4-5
Figure 4-6
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This function is convenient when you need to build a new profile with
parameters that are similar to any existing profile. To do this, select an existing
profile, then click “Duplicate”. You’ll be prompted to input a profile name; please
use a name that does not exist in profile list.
If you wish to use a specific profile as default connection, you can select a
profile in the list, and click “Set Default”. Selected profile will become default
selection and Client Configuration Utility will attempt to connect to selected
access point.
4.1.4 Make a Copy of Existing Profile
4.1.5 Set as Default Profile
Figure 4-7
Figure 4-8
Figure 4-9
Figure 4-10
The configuration utility provides information about network link status. If you
want to know how your wireless network adapter works, you can use these
functions to get detailed information about the wireless connection you’re using.
4.2 View General Information and Network Status
If you want to know the general information of the access point you’re
connecting to, click “General” menu.
Clicking the “Status” menu
allows you to check the
status of your wireless
network card here.
All general information like signal strength and link quality will be displayed
here. The information is very useful when you encounter some problems with
connecting to access point.
If you wish to get a new IP address from DHCP server, you can click “ReNew
IP”.
4.2.1 General Information
4.2.2 Status
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Client Configuration Utility provides functions you can access from the bottom
of configuration menu:
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is the latest wireless network technology that
makes wireless network setup very simple. If you have WPS-enabled wireless
access point and you want to establish a secure connection to it, you don’t have
to configure the wireless access point and set up data encryption by yourself.
Just follow 3 simple steps: go to the WPS setup page of this wireless adapter,
click a button, then press a specific button or enter an 8-digit code on the
wireless access point you wish to establish a secure connection.
This wireless network adapter is compatible with WPS. To use this function,
the wireless access point you wish to connect to must support WPS functions.
Please follow the instructions below to establish secure connection between
WPS-enabled wireless access point and your wireless network adapter
(wireless network adapter only supports PIN code method).
4.3 Miscellaneous Settings 4.4 Establish Secure Connection with AP by WPS
Figure 4-11
Figure 4-12
Figure 4-13
Description of Functions:
Show Tray Icon
Check this box to show an icon on system tray.
Uncheck this box to hide it.
Radio Off
Switch wireless radio off. Wireless network functionalities
are disabled.
Disable Adapter
Disable wireless network adapter. All functionalities of
configuration menu will disappear. To resume, uncheck
“Disable Adapter”.
Virtual Wi-Fi
Allowed
Start virtual Wi-Fi SoftAP. This function can extend
wireless coverage and share internet connection with
others.
1.
2.
Right-click Client Configuration Utility icon, and click “Open Config Utility”.
Click “Wi-Fi Protect Setup” menu and click “Pin Input Config (PIN)” button.
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You’ll be prompted to select an access point you wish to connect. If you know
its SSID, click “Yes”, otherwise click “No”.
If you select “Yes”, a list of all WPS-compatible AP nearby will be displayed;
you can click “Refresh” to rescan, then “Select” to choose an AP.
If you select “No”, wireless network adapter will prompt you to enter 8-digit PIN
code into your AP, without selecting an AP in advance.
After you select “Yes” or “No” in previous step, network adapter will attempt to
connect to WPS-compatible AP, and an 8-digit number will appear. Please input
this number to AP’s configuration menu within 2 minutes, and network adapter
will establish secure connection with AP automatically.
Figure 4-14
Figure 4-15
SECTION 5: SoftAP Function
This wireless adapter can act as a wireless service provider. You can switch
this wireless adapter’s operating mode to “AP” mode to simulate the function of
a real wireless access point by software, and all other computers and wireless
devices can connect to your computer wirelessly, and even share the internet
connection you have.
Note: Client Utility is not applicable on Windows 8.1.
The operating mode of the wireless card is “Station Mode” (becoming a client of
other wireless access points) by default. Please follow the instructions below to
use the AP function of your wireless adapter:
5.1 Switch to AP Mode and Station Mode
1.
2.
Right-click Client Configuration Utility icon, and click “Open Config Utility”.
Select “Mode”, and then select “Access Point”. It requires a few seconds to
switch from station mode to AP mode. After the mode switch is complete, you’ll
see general information of software AP, which shows AP’s SSID and connected
wireless clients.
Client mode icon:
Software AP icon:
Figure 5-1
Figure 5-2
Figure 5-3
Figure 5-4
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To configure software AP, click “Config”. To set up security options for SoftAP, configure “Wireless Network Security”
section as follows:
Description of Wireless Security Setup Items:
To save changes, click “OK”; otherwise click “Cancel” to leave this menu and
keep settings untouched.
The “Wireless Network Properties” is displayed.
Please note that Ad Hoc mode is not available when network card is in AP
mode. The description of major setup items are listed below:
To save changes, click “OK”; otherwise click “Cancel” to leave this menu and
keep settings untouched.
5.1.1 Configure SSID and Channel 5.1.2 Set Up Soft-AP Security
Figure 5-5
Figure 5-6
Figure 5-7
Network Name
(SSID)
Input the SSID (the name used to identify this wireless access
point) here. Up to 32 numerical characters can be accepted here,
excluding spaces.
Channel Select the wireless channel you wish to use, from 1 to 13.
Network Authentication Select network authentication mode from dropdown menu.
Data Encryption Select data encryption method from dropdown menu.
ASCII / PASSPHRASE
If the encryption method is WEP, check either ‘ASCII’
or ‘PASSPHRASE’ box and input into the box as WEP
passphrase.
Key Index
Select WEP key index (1-4). If you don’t know which one you
should use, select 1.
Network Key / Conrm
Network Key
IF network authentication mode is WPA, please input WPA
passphrase in both boxes.
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If you want to set up advanced settings of software access point, select
“Advanced” menu.
Select “Statistics” menu and the data statistics about software access point will
be displayed. You can click “Reset” to reset the value of every item back to “0”.
5.2 Advanced Settings 5.3 Wireless Statistics
Figure 5-8 Figure 5-9
Description of Setup Items:
Beacon Interval Input wireless beacon time interval here.
DTIM Period Input DTIM (Delivery Trafc Indication Message) here.
Preamble Mode
Select wireless frame preamble mode (long or short) from
dropdown menu.
Set Defaults Reset all settings back to factory default value.
Apply Save changes.
If you changed any setting here that caused communication problems with
wireless clients, click "Set Defaults" to reset all settings back to default.
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Appendix: Troubleshooting
If you encounter any problems while using this wireless network adapter, do
not panic. Before you call Rosewill Tech Support for help, you can check this
troubleshooting table for easy solutions to potential issues.
Scenario Solution
I can’t find any
wireless access
points / wireless
devices in “Site
Survey” function.
1. Click “Rescan” a few times to see if you can find any wireless
access point or wireless device.
2. Please move closer to any known wireless access point.
3. Ad hoc function must be enabled for the wireless device you
wish to establish a direct wireless link.
4. Please adjust the position of network card (you may have to move
your computer if you’re using a notebook computer) and click
‘Rescan’ button a few times. If you cannot find the wireless
access point or wireless device you want to connect by doing this,
try to move closer to the place where the wireless access point or
wireless device is located.
Nothing happens
when I click “Open
Config
Utility”.
1. Please make sure the wireless network card is inserted into your
computer’s USB port.
2. Reboot the computer and try again.
3. Remove the card and insert it into another USB port.
4. Remove the driver and re-install.
5. Contact the dealer of purchase for help.
I cannot establish
connection with
a certain wireless
access point.
1. Click “Add to Profile”.
2. If the SSID of access point you wish to connect is hidden
(nothing displayed in “SSID” field in “Site Survey” function),
you have to input correct SSID of the access point you wish
to connect. Please contact the owner of access point to ask for
correct SSID.
3. You have to input correct passphrase / security key to connect
an access point with encryption. Please contact the owner of
access point to ask for correct passphrase / security key.
4. The access point you wish to connect might only allow network
adapters with specific MAC address to establish connection.
Please go to “Status” menu and write the value of “MAC
Address” down, then present this value to the owner of access
point so they can add the MAC address of your network
adapter to their access point’s list.
The network is slow
/ having problems
when transferring
large files.
1. Move closer to the place where access point is located.
2. There could be too many people using the same radio channel.
Ask the owner of the access point to change the channel number.
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