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3. Software Configuration

The ASUS WL-HDD2.5 can be configured to meet various usage sce- narios. Some of the factory default settings may suit your usage; how- ever, others may need to be changed.

Configuring the ASUS WL-HDD2.5 is done through a web browser. You need a PC connected to the ASUS WL-HDD2.5 (either directly or through a hub, with a wired or wireless connection) The web browser acts as a configuration terminal. For the wireless connection, you need an IEEE 802.11g/b compatible device, e.g. an ASUS WLAN Card, installed in your portable computer.

Connecting to the Web Interface

Wired Ethernet Connection

Besides using a network hub, you can also connect a LAN cable from your computer to the ASUS WL-HDD2.5 using either a straight or crossover cable because the device has auto-crossover capability.

Wireless Connection

If you are using a portable computer with a wireless adapter, you can connect to the ASUS WLAN Web Manager without a wired Ethernet connection. Just make sure your TCP/IP settings are configured cor- rectly as described in “TCP/IP Settings” on page 16.

To configure the ASUS WL-HDD2.5, start your browser, type in the IP address of the device (192.168.1.220) in the Address box and click Go. The ASUS WL-HDD2.5 web manager opens. Click Settings to configure the device settings. A window pops up,

prompting you to enter the User name and Password in order to log in. The factory default values are admin and admin for User name and Password. Click OK after typing in the required values.

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Contents WL-HDD2.5 For 802.11g Wireless ClientsCopyright Information About this ManualFederal Communications Commission Statement Regulatory InformationCE Conformity Statement MPE Statement DisclaimersASUSTeK Computer INC. Asia-Pacific Customer Service InformationTable of Contents Chapter Chapter Troubleshooting Appendix Page Overview IntroductionFeatures Power Requirements System RequirementsPackage List Ports and Buttons Hardware ComponentsLED Status IndicatorsWireless Performance Site TopographyRange Roaming Between Asus APs Site SurveysRoaming Guidelines Hardware Installation Setting up the Asus WL-HDD2.5Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Location Tips Making Connections Network Storage Mode Connecting Power TCP/IP Settings Configuring the Wireless ClientAsus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Ssid Settings Accessing the Hard Disk Drive Using the Hard Disk DriveAsus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Accessing the Asus WL-HDD2.5 behind a Dhcp server Double-click Entire Network Double-click the Microsoft Windows Network icon Using the Asus Utility Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Using Internet Explorer Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Hard Drive Pre-scan Function Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Setting up Permissions Editing the User List Editing the Shared Nodes List Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Applying the permissions Sharing Files To download files from the Asus WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Auto-copy Function Transferring Data from External Flash MemoryLocating the Copied Files on the Hard Disk Drive Shutting down the Asus WL-HDD2.5 Connecting to the Web Interface Wired Ethernet ConnectionWireless Connection Wireless Configuring the Asus WL-HDD2.5Interface Relationship among keys Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Bridge Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Access Control Advanced Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Client Mode Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 IP Config Dhcp server Storage Setting Shared Nodes Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Disk Tool System Setting Firmware Upgrade Status and Log Status Wireless Troubleshooting Appendix SpecificationsTCP/IP Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Index Editing Network name, see Ssid Network Neighborhood Mode Ofdm Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5 Asus 802.11g WL-HDD2.5