User manual ACTIONTEC 54 MBPS WIRELESS GAME ADAPTER

[. . . ] 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter Model #: 802EAG User Manual Ver 1. 0 Solutions for the Digital LifeTM Table of Contents 1 Introduction Package Contents Features System Requirements Getting to Know the Adapter Technical Support 1 1 2 2 3 4 2 Understanding the Wireless Network Ad Hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode 5 5 6 3 Connecting the Adapter Connecting the Adapter 7 7 4 Configuring the Adapter Using the Configuration Utility Using the Web Configurator 11 11 16 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions 23 23 24 6 Glossary 7 Specifications General Wireless Operating Range LED Indicators Environmental 25 27 27 27 28 28 Notices Regulatory Compliance Notices Modifications Miscellaneous Legal Notices 29 29 29 30 Limited Warranty 31 i Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual This page left intentionally blank. ii Introduction Congratulations on becoming the owner of the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter. The Adapter provides bridging capabilities between a wireless LAN (local area network) and one or more gaming consoles or other Ethernet-ready devices, such as printers or storage devices. This manual shows you how to set up the Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter and customize its configuration to get the most out of the wireless capabilities of your gaming console. It's especially useful for playing online and multi-player games, all without the hassle of running cables. [. . . ] After making all desired changes, click Backup, then save the configurations on the computer's hard drive. These configurations can then be retrieved using "Restore Settings" (see below). Restore Settings To apply a previously saved set of configurations, either enter the directory path of the file in the appropriate text box, or click Browse to locate it. Once located, the configuration set can be activated by clicking Restore. Restore to Default Settings To apply the factory default settings to the Adapter, click Default. Firmware Upgrade Actiontec periodically posts firmware upgrades to enhance the capabilities and boost the performance of the Adapter. Follow the on-screen instructions to upgrade the Adapter's firmware. To upgrade the Adapter's firmware, click Upgrade and follow the on-screen instructions. Click Apply to save any changes made. 21 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual This page left intentionally blank. 22 Troubleshooting 5 This chapter contains information to help solve potential problems with the installation and operation of the Adapter. For further information, check the Actiontec Web site at www. actiontec. com. Troubleshooting The Adapter won't connect to an access point or wireless router. Using the Web Configurator (see page 16), perform the following steps: s s Make sure the operating mode is set to Infrastructure mode. Make sure the SSID is the same as that of the access point/wireless router. Many of these devices require all connecting devices to match the letter case. From the Security screen, make sure all of the WEP settings match the WEP settings of your access point/wireless router. s Change the Adapter's IP address. There are two methods to change the Adapter's IP address. s Open the Adapter's Configuration Utility (see page 12). From the IP Settings screen, activate Static IP Address by clicking in the appropriate circle, then enter the IP address in the text boxes below. If you encounter problems, power the Adapter off and on again, or push the Reset button. Then try to change the IP address again. s The Configuration Utility won't detect the Adapter. Make sure the Ethernet cable and Power cord are properly connected and the green Power and Ethernet lights are on. The Configuration Utility won't open. Make sure a network adapter is installed on the computer. 23 Actiontec 54 Mbps Wireless Game Adapter User Manual The Configuration Utility won't recognize my password. Make sure you are using the correct case(s) when entering the password. [. . . ] Software: Actiontec Electronics warrants to Customer that each software program licensed from it will perform in substantial conformance to its program specifications, for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller. Actiontec Electronics warrants the media containing software against failure during the warranty period. The only updates that will be provided are at the sole discretion of Actiontec Electronics and will only be available for download at the Actiontec Web site, www. actiontec. com. Actiontec Electronics' sole obligation under this express warranty shall be, at Actiontec Electronics' option and expense, to refund the purchase price paid by Customer for any defective software product, or to replace any defective media with software which substantially conforms to applicable Actiontec Electronics published specifications. [. . . ]