ASOKA USA PL9560-WAP PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User Manual 9560 User Guide

ASOKA USA Corporation PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter 9560 User Guide

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Installation Contact InformationTable of Contents QUICKFIND LOCATOR66-0327-00Rev.001Getting Help PlugLink® AV 9560 Wireless AdapterUser’s GuidePL9560-WAP
iiPlugLink® AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideChanges in This Revision• Not applicable (preliminary release)Revision Date Description66-0327-00Rev.001 January 2008 Preliminary Release© 2008 Asoka USA CorporationALL RIGHTS RESERVEDNotice: No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording, or stored in a database or retrieval system for any purpose without the express written permission of Asoka USA Corporation.Asoka USA Corporation reserves the right to make changes to this user’s guide at any time without notice and assumes no responsibility for its use. Asoka USA products and services can only be ordered under the terms and conditions of Asoka USA Corporation's applicable agreements. All of the features described in this user’s guide may not be currently available. Refer to the most recent product announcement for information about feature and product availability.This user’s guide contains the most current information available at the time of publication. When new and/or revised information becomes available, this entire user’s guide is updated and distributed to all registered users.Asoka, PlugLink, and the Asoka logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of Asoka USA Corporation.All company and product names mentioned herein are trademarks of their respective companies. Mention of third-party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. Asoka USA Corporation assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products.
iiiContact InformationFor more information about the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter or any of Asoka’s other leading-edge solutions, please contact us using any of the following methods:•Voice calls: We welcome your calls Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time at (650) 286-1700. Voice mail is available during non-business hours.•Email: If you prefer, you can send information requests to our e-mail address: sales@asokausa.com.•Fax calls: You can also send your requests for information to our 24-hour fax number: (650) 286-1790.•Web site: Our Web site contains valuable information about our products, solutions, and services. We encourage you to visit us at http://www.asokausa.com.Getting HelpAsoka USA backs its products with unparalleled customer service and technical support for our valued customers.Customer ServiceCustomer service, the customer-satisfaction arm of Asoka USA, is available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time, by calling (650) 286-0300 or through email at custserv@asokausa.com.Technical SupportTechnical support is available Monday through Friday, from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Pacific Time, by calling (888) 276-5287 or through email at support@asokausa.com.Please provide the following information about the problem:• Product name, model number, part number (if applicable) and serial number• System configuration, including a description of the devices connected to your PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter• The circumstances surrounding the error or failure • A detailed description of the problem and what has been done to try to solve it
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vTable of Contents1 Simple Installation.............................................................................. 1-1Package Contents.......................................................................................... 1-1Planning the System...................................................................................... 1-1Simple Installation......................................................................................... 1-22 Advanced Configuration(For Advanced Users Only)...................................................................... 2-1Installing the Software................................................................................... 2-1Basic Setup................................................................................................... 2-23 Network Management........................................................................ 3-1Using the Web-Based User Interface .............................................................. 3-1System Details .............................................................................................. 3-2Configuring the LAN IP .................................................................................. 3-3Configuring Wireless Settings ......................................................................... 3-3Basic Wireless Settings ............................................................................ 3-4Advanced Wireless Settings...................................................................... 3-5Wireless Security........................................................................................... 3-6Configuring Wireless Security ................................................................... 3-7Setting Administrative Login Information......................................................... 3-8Rebooting the PL9560-WAP ........................................................................... 3-9Restoring Factory Default Settings................................................................ 3-10Backing Up and Restoring Configuration Files ................................................ 3-10Updating Firmware...................................................................................... 3-11Viewing System Logs................................................................................... 3-12Powerline Device Scan................................................................................. 3-13A . Specifications.............................................................................. A-1B . Components ................................................................................B-1C . Declarations of Conformity........................................................... C-1D . Warranty.................................................................................... D-1E . FCC Notice ..................................................................................E-1
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Simple Installation 1–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide1Simple InstallationThis chapter provides information on installing and setting up the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter. Package Contents• PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter (PL9560-WAP)• Quick Installation Guide• Installation Resource CD• Warranty and Support Information CardIf any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact the retailer where you made your purchase. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the unit for repair. Planning the SystemThe PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter lets you set up an instant wireless hotspot using your existing electrical outlets. It can also easily compliment your existing network by connecting to any device with a 10BaseT/ 100BaseT Ethernet-capable device.To connect the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter with a PlugLink 9660 Ethernet Adapter, all you will need are:• One (1) PL9560-WAP device• One (1) PL9660-ETH device (sold separately) • Standard Cable/ DSL gateway (provided by your ISP)NOTE: Do not connect the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter into a power strip, extension cord, un-interruptible power supply (UPS), or surge protector. Doing so may prevent the unit from working properly or degrade the network performance.
1–2 Simple InstallationPlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideSimple Installation1. Plug a PL9660 and PL9560 into electrical outlets. It takes one minute for the top three LEDs on the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter to light up.When the LEDs are illuminated, your wireless computer can connect and communicate with the Router.2. Connect a wireless laptop computer to the PL9560. The laptop computer will prompt you for a WEP key. Enter the WEP key at the prompt. The WEP key is the serial number of the PL9560. The WEP key is printed on the PL9560, which is also the last 10 digits of the serial number.You can also connect a desktop PC to the PL9560 with an Ethernet cable. Congratulations Installation is complete. CAUTION! Do not connect the PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter to a power strip, extension cord, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), or surge protector. This may prevent the unit from working property or degrade the network performance.
Advanced Configuration (For Advanced Users Only) 2–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide2Advanced Configuration(For Advanced Users Only)The Power Manager utility allows you to manually configure a PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter that is directly connected to your personal computer or to any PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapters that are remotely residing on your PlugLink Powerline network.Installing the Software1. Connect an Ethernet Cable from your PC to the Ethernet port of the PlugLink AV 9560.2. Insert the enclosed Installation Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. If the The PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter Installation Utility does not appear within 30 seconds, select your CD-ROM drive and double-click on the icon named "Setup.exe" to initiate the Installation Utility. The Installation wizard appears.
2–2 Advanced Configuration (For Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide3. Click Install Driver. In the following screen, click Next, and follow the prompts to install the PlugLink AV 9560 drivers and utility software. Basic SetupAfter installing the drivers and utility software, the Setup Assistant loads automatically. The Setup Assistant allows you to do some basic configuration of the PlugLink AV 9560. 1. When the Setup Assistant is loaded, the software attempts to detect the PlugLink AV 9560 device. When the device is detected, the following screen appears. The software lists all of the devices on the network. Select the device you wish to configure and click the Next button.2. The next screen allows you to change the device name. Select Yes to enter a device name. The device name is a unique identifier for the PlugLink AV 9560 when using the Admin Utility. This name can be Living Room, Bedroom, or some other name that reflects its location. Click the Next button to proceed to the next step.
Advanced Configuration (For Advanced Users Only) 2–3PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide3. Use the Setup Local Device Network Password screen to change the password. The default password of all Asoka devices is “HomePlugAV.”4. CONGRATULATIONS! You have successfully configured your PlugLink AV 9560. If you wish to make further changes, you may click the Admin Utility button. Otherwise, you may click Finish to close the utility. To make more changes to your PlugLink AV 9560, login to the Web GUI. NOTE: All devices within your power line network must share the same password. Any changes made to the password of one device should be made to others as well.
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Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide3Advanced Configuration(Advanced Users Only)Using the Web-Based User Interface1. Open a web browser application (Internet Explorer or Mozilla Firefox).2. In the address or navigation field, type 192.168.1.254 and press Enter.For security, the PL9560-WAP has its own user ID and password. When prompted, enter admin for the user ID, welcome for the PL9560-WAP password, both in lower case letters, and press Login. After you enter the user ID and password, your web browser should find and display the PL9560-WAP.
3–2 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideSystem DetailsWhen you access the web-based user interface, the System Details page is the first page you will see. The System Details page shows you a quick view of the PL9560-WAP's status and settings. All setup pages can be reached from this page by selecting the links in the left column of the page.The following table describes the details of the Web-based user interface:Item DescriptionQuick Main Navigation LinksUser Interface (UI) is divided into four main logical sections and you can navigate directly to any of the four sections by clicking on either of these linksQuick Sub Navigations linksWhen you enter into each of the four main logical sections, a sub navigation link that corresponds to the main logical section will appearPage Name Page you are on is identified by its Page NameDetailed InformationShows you detailed information about the PL9560-WAP that includes: model number, firmware version, hardware version, serial number, MAC address, IP address and subnet maskHome Button Home button is available on every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page, which is the System Details pageGlossary Button Glossary button is available on every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you to a glossary page that defines many of the technical terms used in this UI
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–3PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideConfiguring the LAN IPUse the IP Address link in the Main menu to set up the LAN IP. Select this option to configure the IP address of the PL9560-WAP. By default, the PL9560-WAP is configured with the following addresses: •IP address: 192.168.1.254 •Subnet address: 255.255.255.0.Configuring Wireless SettingsTo configure the wireless settings of the PL9560-WAP, click the Wireless link in the Main menu. The Wireless Settings link appears in the sub menu. The first page that appears is the Wireless Status page. To return to the status page, select Status in the left menu:Help Button Help button is available on every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you to a help page that provides detailed explanations and steps for config-uring your PL9560-WAPLogout Button Logout button is available on every page of the UI. Pressing this button logs you out of the PL9560-WAPItem Description
3–4 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideBasic Wireless SettingsTo configure the basic wireless settings, follow these steps:1. Select Wireless tab in the top menu.2. Select Basic Settings in the left menu3. Enter the appropriate information in the fields, described in the table below, and click Apply. The following table describes the basic wireless settings:Item DescriptionWireless Status The WLAN interface allows you to enable and dis-able the wireless part of the deviceChannel ID This field determines which operating frequency will be used. It should not be necessary to change the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby access point. By default, the PL9560-WAP is set to channel 6Block SSID Broad-castingBlocking SSID Broadcasts prevents your PL9560-WAP from transmitting the SSID. The PL9560-WAP will still respond to clients that want to connect as long as they have the matching SSIDSSID The SSID is also known as the Wireless Network Name. Enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric char-acters. In a setting where there is more than one wireless network, different wireless network names provide a means for separating the traffic. Any device you want to participate in a particular wire-less network will need to use this SSID for that net-work. The PL9560-WAP default SSID is Asoka
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–5PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideWPS ButtonsIn the web interface of the PL9560 (default IP address of 192.168.1.254), under Wireless > Basic Settings, there are two software push buttons. The software push buttons are equivalent to the WPS Wireless Security hardware push button. Below is a description of the software push buttons:•WPS AP Push Button - Press this button to allow a client to join an existing WPS Network or have the PL9560 create a brand new WPS wireless network with a random SSID, random wireless password using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm if the existing network was not created by WPS. •Reset WPS Network - Press this software push button to make the PL9560 reset an existing WPS network and create a new network with a random SSID, random wireless password using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm. THe PL9560 will then wait for 2 minutes for a client to join and access the network.Advanced Wireless SettingsAdvanced Wireless Settings allows you to configure Tx Preamble Type, Beacon Interval, RTS Threshold, and Fragmentation Threshold. Operation Mode This field determines which data communications protocol will be used. You can select 802.11g only, 802.11b only, or b/g mixed mode. 801.11g only ded-icates the PL9560-WAP to communicating with the higher bandwidth 801.11g wireless devices exclu-sively. 802.11b only dedicates the PL9560-WAP to communicating with the lower bandwidth 802.11b wireless devices exclusively. The b/g mixed mode provides backward compatibility with the slower 802.11b wireless devices while still enabling 802.11g communicationsItem DescriptionNOTE: This section is recommended for advanced users only
3–6 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideThe following table describes the advanced wireless settings:Wireless SecurityTo view or configure wireless security settings, click on the Security link under Wireless submenu.Item DescriptionTx Preamble Type Limits the data packet size during transmission. The choices are Long Preamble, Short Preamble, and Auto. By default, the PL9560-WAP is set to long pre-amble..Beacon Interval Keeps power management in check. For example, if a client does not receive a beacon within a certain time period, it goes to sleep. You can set the Beacon Interval value from 25 to 500, but too low or too high value is not recommended. The default Beacon Interval is set to 100.RTS Threshold Minimizes collisions among hidden stations.The RTS Threshold range can be configured between 1 to 2312 bytes. By default, the PL9560-WAP is set to 2312. Fragmentation ThresholdDetermines the size of the packet that will be trans-mitted in fragments. It is recommended to fragment the packet when the link quality is bad. The Frag-mentation Threshold can be configured between 256 to 2312 bytes. The default is 2312.
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–7PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideThe PL9560-WAP provides the following levels of security:•WEP•WPA-Personal•WPA-Enterprise•WPA2-Personal • WPA2-EnterpriseConfiguring Wireless SecurityBy default, the PL9560-WAP security options are enabled. The default is set to WEP and Open System. The other security options should be configured by advanced users. To change the security option, follow the steps below. The WEP Key is the last 10 digits of the serial number. Field DescriptionDisable No wireless securityWEP WEP offers the following options:•Open SystemWith Open Network Authentication and 64- or 128-bit WEP data encryption, the PL9560-WAP does perform 64- or 128-bit data encryption but does not perform any authentication•Shared KeyShared Key authentication encrypts the SSID and data. Choose the encryption strength (64- or 128-bit data encryption). Manually enter the key values. Manually entered keys are case sensitiveWPA-PSK WPA-Pre-shared Key performs authentication, uses 128-bit data encryption, and dynamically changes the encryption keys, making it nearly impossible to circumvent. • WPA / WPA2 -Per s ona l: S ele ct s e cu r ity algorithms TKIP or AES• WPA/WPA2-Enterprise: Select the Radius Server IP, Port, and Secret (pass code)Note: Not all wireless adapter configuration utilities support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows Vista with Service Pack 3 include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
3–8 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide1. In the Advanced Settings dialog, select Wireless.2. Click the Security link. The Security dialog appears. 3. Under Encryption Type, select WEP.4. Under Authentication Type, select Open System.5. Clear the Key 1 field and enter a 10 digit HEX number.Note: Make note of this key information and store it in a safe and secure location.6. Click Apply.7. In the prompt, click OK to confirm. A confirmation message will appear. 8. Reboot your PL9560-WAP by selecting System at the top menu and clicking Reboot System. After clicking the Reboot button, click OK to confirm.After you configure the wireless security, configure your computer's wireless adapter. The default SSID of the PL9560-WAP is “Asoka.” Enter the key you configured in the PL9560-WAP when prompted Setting Administrative Login InformationThe PL9560-WAP ships with a default user ID (admin) and default password (welcome). If you wish to change the password, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it to log into the PL9560-WAP in the future. You can also set your auto-logout time in the provided field.
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–9PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideRebooting the PL9560-WAPSometimes it may be necessary to reboot the PL9560-WAP if it begins working improperly. Rebooting the PL9560-WAP will NOT delete any of your configurations. To reboot, follow these instructions:1. Select System in the top menu.2. In the left menu, click Reboot System.3. Click the Reboot button.4. In the confirmation pop-up, click OK. A message appears indicating the device is rebooting: When the PL9560-WAP reboots, the login page appears automatically. If it does not appear, type in the PL9560-WAP's address (default = 192.168.1.254) into the address or navigation bar of your web browser.
3–10 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideRestoring Factory Default SettingsUse this option to restore all of the settings in the PL9560-WAP to the factory default settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings prior to restoring to factory default settings. To restore factory default settings, follow these instructions:1. Select System in the top menu.2. In the left menu, click Factory Rest.3. Click the Restore Default button.4. In the confirmation pop-up, click OK. Backing Up and Restoring Configuration FilesThe configuration settings of the PL9560-WAP are stored within the wireless device in a configuration file. This file can be saved (backed up) to a user's PC or retrieved (restored) from the User's PC. To Back Up Settings1. Select System on the top menu.2. Click Backup Settings.
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–11PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide3. Click Save.To Restore SettingsTo retrieve (restore) an old PL9560-WAP configuration file from a previous backup, follow these instructions:1. Select System in the top menu.2. Select Restore Backup.3. Click Browse.4. Locate and double-click the old wireless configuration file.5. Click Restore.Updating FirmwarePeriodically, firmware updates will become available. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Asoka releases new firmware, you can download from http://www.asokausa.com and update your PL9560-WAP's firmware to the latest version.
3–12 Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only)PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideTo Upload a New Firmware Upgrade1. Select System in the Main menu.2. In the Sub menu, select Update Firmware.3. Click Browse to locate the new firmware upgrade file downloaded from the web site. The box next to the Browse button will display the location and name of the firmware file you selected. 4. Click Update.5. In the confirmation pop-up, click OK. A message appears indicating that WAP may not respond while the firmware is loaded into the wap and the WAP is rebooted6. Click OK.When the firmware upgrade is complete, the PL9560-WAP home page appears automatically. If it does not, type in the WAP's address (default - 192.168.1.254) into the address or navigation bar of your web browser.Note: After an erase, the WAP's username will be admin, the password will be welcome and the wireless security is disabled.Viewing System LogsThe PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter maintains a System Log that displays potential security threats and system information. This log can be viewed with a browser using the WAP's web management interface, or it can be automatically sent to an email address for convenience and archiving. Each log entry contains the date and time of the event and a brief message describing the event. It is possible to copy the log entries from the web management interface and paste into a report. To View a System Log1. Select System in the top menu.
Advanced Configuration (Advanced Users Only) 3–13PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide2. In the left menu, select Logs.Powerline Device ScanRescanning refreshes the information on all devices using the same password.1. Select Powerline in the top menu.2. In the left menu, select Scan.
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Specifications A–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideASpecificationsThis appendix lists the specifications for your PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter.Standards Compliance:•HomePlug® AV• IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3x, IEEE 802.3uSoftware Utility System Requirements:Microsoft Windows® 98 SE, 2000, ME, XP, and Vista operating systemsDistance(Range):Up to 328 feet (100 meters)Modulation Schemes:• Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM)• QAM10214/256/64/16•QPSK•BPSKEMI and Safety: • FCC Part 15 Class B•UL (US and Canada)•CEFrequency: • 4 to 21 MHz over Powerline• 2.4GHz over wirelessBandwidth: PLC 200 MbpsNetwork Protocol: HomePlug AV• IEEE 802.3 Ethernet• IEEE 802.3x Flow Control• IEEE 802.11b/g Wireless Network Standard• IEEE 802.11i Wireless Network Security• IEEE 802.1x client support• IEEE 802.3u•TCP/IPNetwork Interface • One 10/100 Base-T Ethernet (RJ45)• HomePlug® Power Line 1.01 802.11 b/g AP modeElectromagnetic Emissions:• FCC Part 15 Class B•UL (US and Canada)
A–2 SpecificationsPlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideAdditional Protocols:• Forward Error Correction (FEC)• Automatic Channel AdaptationSurge Protection: 4KVPower Supply: • US Version: 100-120VAC• UK/EU Version: 220-240VACEnvironmental Specifications:• Operating temperature: 32°F to 131°F (0°C to 55°C)• Operating humidity: 10% to 85% Non-condensing• Storage temperature: -4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)• Storage humidity: 5% to 90% Non-condensingPower Rating:• US Version: 100-120VAC 15A max, 60Hz • UK/EU Version: 220-240VAC 10A max, 50HPowerline Security: 128-bit AES EncryptionWireless Security: 64b/128b WEP, WPA, & WPA2Quality of Service (QoS):•TOS• 802.1q• TDMA (supported in the future)Warranty: 1-year limited
Components B–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideBComponentsFront PanelUse the status lights on the front panel to verify connections. The following table describes the status light functions in the front panel:Status Light State IndicationPower IlluminatedOffDevice is powered onDevices has no powerPLC Activity BlinkingOffActivity on powerlineNo activity on powerline(should blink intermittently)Wireless BlinkingOffBroadcasting signalNot broadcastingEth Link IlluminatedBlinkingOffEthernet connectivityEthernet trafficNo ethernet connectivity
B–2 ComponentsPlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideBottom PanelThe bottom panel of the PL9560-WAP contains one RJ-45 Ethernet port.ButtonsThe PlugLink AV 9560 device has two push buttons:•SW1 (Left) Button / Powerline Security - The NID button allows you to set a randomized Network Encryption Key (NEK) by pressing on it. You can then have additional units use the same randomized NEK by using their respective NID buttons.•SW2 (Right) Button / WPS Wireless Security - This button allows you to do wireless security by simply pushing a button. This requires software and a network card that supports this feature. Following is an example of how the NID button can be used:1. Select a PlugLinkAV 9560 device in your network. Press and hold the NID button for 10 seconds. After about 10 seconds, the lights on your device will blink off briefly and come back on immediately. This will change the existing Network Encrpytion Key (NEK) to a randomized NEK. 2. On the PlugLinkAV 9560 (#1) device from Step #1, press and hold the NID button for about 3 seconds. The power light on the device will begin flashing. This unit has now been set to allow other units to join the network and be assigned the same password. This unit will remain in "adder" mode for about 3 minutes. 3. Before the three minutes are up from Step #2, select another PlugLink AV device from your network. Press and hold the NID button for about 3 seconds. The power light on the device will blink as well. The two devices will communicate and the second device will have it's NEK set to the NEK of the first device. This should happened in about 15 to 20 seconds. Once the process has been completed, you can then test if the two devices are communicating.
Components B–3PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide4. If you add units at a later time, you only need to perform Step #2 (using any device in the network) and Step #3 (any new devices). Step #1 is not necessary unless you wish to change your NEK.Following is a basic description of how the WPS-Push Button can be used: 1. Press WPS/sw2 for more than 10 seconds. (or click Reset WPS network button on the web interface’s wireless-basic-settings tab). This will create a new wireless network with random SSID, random wireless password and WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm. The PL9560 will wait 2 minutes for a client to join the wireless network by pushing the client’s WPS button.2. Press WPS/sw2 for less than 3 seconds (or click WPS AP Push Button button on the web interface’s wireless-basic-settings tab).a) If the current wireless network was not created by WPS:Pressing the WPS/sw2 button will create a new wireless network with a random SSID, random wireless password using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm. After the new wireless network is created, the PL9560 will wait 2 minutes for a client to join the wireless network by pushing the client’s WPS button.b) If the current wireless network was created by WPS:The PL9560 will use the current SSID/wireless password and retain the current clients’ connections in the wireless network. The PL9560 will wait 2 minutes for any new clients to join the wireless network by pushing the client’s WPS button. 3. If you have multiple clients that wish to join the wireless network, you will have to press the WPS/sw2 button for 3 seconds (or less) for every client. The user will then have to press the WPS button to join the network. Following is an example to make your network:1. Press and hold the SW2 (Right) button for more than 10 seconds. This will reset the current wireless network and create a new wireless network with random SSID, random wireless password and WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm. The PL9560 will wait 2 minutes for a client to join the wireless network by pushing the client’s WPS button. 2. Before the 2 minutes have elapsed, push a client’s WPS button. The client will join the network created at Step 1. The SSID and wireless password can be checked from web interface’s wireless-status tab. Users can also use this information and manually connect to the wireless network.
B–4 ComponentsPlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guide3. If there are additional clients that wish to join the WPS network, push the SW2 (Right) button for less than 3 seconds and push a client’s WPS button, this will add one connection. Repeat for every client that needs to join the WPS network.4. For clients without WPS push button capabilities, you can make a manual connection using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm and inputting the SSID and wireless password information which is available from the web-interface’s wireless-status tab. Web Interface/Software Push ButtonsIn the web interface of the PL9560 (default IP address of 192.168.1.254), under Wireless > Basic Settings, there are two software push buttons. The software push buttons are equivalent to the WPS Wireless Security hardware push button. Below is a description of the software push buttons:•WPS AP Push Button - Pressing this software push button will allow a client to join an existing WPS Network or have the PL9560 create a brand new WPS wireless network with a random SSID, random wireless password using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm if the existing network was not created by WPS. •Reset WPS Network - Pressing this software push button will have the PL9560 reset an existing WPS network and create a new network with a random SSID, random wireless password using the WPA2-Personal-AES security algorithm. THe PL9560 will then wait for 2 minutes for a client to join and access the network. NOTE: The laptop computer must have WPS software installed and be configured to wireless WPS. CAUTION! Do not attempt to manually change this password on the laptop computer.
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Declarations of Conformity C–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideCDeclarations of ConformityThis appendix lists the declarations of conformity for your PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter
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Warranty D–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideDWarrantyAsoka warrants that (a) the hardware components of the product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase when used within the limits set forth in the Specifications section of the User Guide, and (b) the software components will perform substantially in accordance with Asoka's published specifications for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase, but does not warrant that the software will be error-free or free of all defects. Should a product fail to perform as described in the User Guide within the warranted period, it will be repaired or replaced with the same or functionally equivalent product by Asoka, at its discretion, free of charge provided that you: (a) return the failed product to an Asoka designated repair facility with shipping charge prepaid, and (b) provide Asoka with proof of the original date of purchase. Repaired or replacement products will be returned to you with shipping charges prepaid. Asoka warrants any replaced or repaired product or component for the remainder of the initial warranty period whichever is longer. Replacement products may be refurbished or contain refurbished materials or components. If Asoka, by its sole determination, is unable to restore the product to proper operating condition, it will refund the depreciated purchase price of the product.This warranty extends only to you, the original purchaser and is not transferable to any subsequent purchasers. This warranty does not apply if, in the judgment of Asoka, the product fails due to damage from shipment, handling, storage, accident, abuse, misapplication or misuse, or if it has been used or maintained in a manner not conforming to product manual instructions, has been modified in any way, or has had any serial number removed or defaced. Repair by anyone other than Asoka or an approved agent will void this warranty. The maximum liability of Asoka under this warranty is limited to the purchase price of the
D–2 WarrantyPlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s Guideproduct covered by the warranty. Prior to returning any defective product, the purchaser or the authorized merchant from whom the purchaser originally bought the product must obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number from Asoka. All defective products should be returned to Asoka with shipping charges prepaid. Asoka will not accept collect shipments.WHILE ASOKA HAS MADE EVERY EFFORT TO PROVIDE CLEAR AND ACCURATE TECHNICAL INFORMATION ABOUT ITS PRODUCTS, ASOKA ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ANY EVENTS ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THE TECHNICAL INFORMATION OR THE PRODUCT, EXCEPT AS SPECIFICALLY PROVIDED IN THIS AGREEMENT OR AS REQUIRED BY LAW. THE WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES STATED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THIRD PARTY RIGHTS ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED. ASOKA SHALL NOT BE LIABLE, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, TO ANY PERSON OR ENTITY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE USE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCTS, LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUES, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, OR COSTS OF REPLACEMENT GOODS, EVEN IF ASOKA IS INFORMED IN ADVANCE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
FCC Notice E–1PlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideEFCC NoticeFCC StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates 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 FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.Caution: 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.
E–2 FCC NoticePlugLink AV 9560 Wireless Adapter User’s GuideFCC RF Radiation Exposure StatementThis equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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