Macsense Connectivity AeroPad Mini user manual Introduction, Benefits, Features

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your purchase of the Macsense AeroPad Mini, the 802.11g Ethernet Adapter for Mac/PC. Welcome to the Macsense/Xsense Product Family.

A fast growing trend today is wireless networking. By going wireless you reduce the hassle of cable clutter, the expensive need to run cabling in the home or office and the aggravation altogether to crawl under that desk for the last time to see if that Ethernet cable is connected. The convenience of where and when you want to connect to your network or Internet is now yours! Situate your computer in the most convenient location without regards to whether there is an access point or router nearby.

AeroPad Mini follows a WLAN standard called IEEE. The 802.11g standard has emerged delivering speeds of up to 54Mbps and the ability to take the power of the Internet with you. Imagine the ease and speed of which you can connect to your wireless network and to the Internet.

The AeroPad Mini is a perfect solution for those older computers, such as the iMac and iBook, without a wireless solution, the AeroPad Mini gives them the wireless capability they deserve.

AeroPad Mini (WUA-800) is an improvement on its predecessor, the AeroPad Plus (WUA-700).

AeroPad Mini is specifically designed for Small Office and Home Office needs. It provides a complete SOHO solution for Internet surfing, and is easy to configure and operate even for non-technical users. Instructions for installing and configuring AeroPad Mini can be found in this manual. Before you install and use AeroPad Mini, please read this manual carefully to take full advantage of AeroPad Mini.

1.1 Benefits

Eliminates the clutter, hassle, and cost of cabling.

Longer operating range gives you more room to move around.

Supports any desktop or laptop, Mac or PC with an Ethernet port and USB port.

WEP/WPA-PKS encryption provides the highest security.

Compatible with Apple AirPort Base Station and all 802.11g/b-compliant access points.

1.2 Features

Interoperable with IEEE 802.11g/b 2.4GHz-compliant devices.

Low power consumption <less than 460 mA>, and supports power over USB which provides the best mobility.

High-speed data transfer rate of 54,48,36,24,18,12,11,9,6, 5.5, 2 and 1

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Contents Copyright Page Getting to Know Your Aeropad Mini Basic ConfigurationPage Benefits FeaturesIntroduction Ideal Applications Other Applications Wireless Network Planning Page Page System and Other Requirements Package ContentsBefore YOU Start Page Front LED’s and Back Panel Getting to Know Your Aeropad MiniLED’s PortsHardware Reset InstallationManually setting TCP/IP Values Basic ConfigurationMac OS X Mac OS 8/9 Page Windows 95/98/ME Access the Web-Config Pages Configure using the included Setup Wizard Page Page Activating AeroPad Mini Status WEB-CONFIG PagesBasic Setting IP Setting Obtain AeroPad Mini IP Address Automatically Default AeroPad Mini Fixed IP AddressAdvanced Setting Tools SecurityPage Page Common Problems and Solutions TroubleshootingWhy my computer can not connect to the Internet? Glossary IP Address InfrastructureISM band ProtocolShared Key Algorithm RoamingSpread Spectrum Static IP addressWEP Key Appendix SpecificationsCertifications FCC, CE Warranty 1 YearHumidity Macsense Standard Limited Warranty