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hp digital home networking wireless USB network adapter model hn210w - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 2
wireless USB network adapter acknowledgements and notices hewlett-packard company notices The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard (HP The following conventions are used in this guide: symbols The > symbol guides you through a series of software - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 3
contents introduction 5 hp digital home networking wireless USB network adapter 5 features 6 getting to know the wireless USB network adapter........ 7 port 7 LEDs 8 USB icon 9 USB cabling 10 setting up a wireless network 11 wireless FAQs 13 troubleshooting 15 specifications 17 general - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 4
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introduction hp digital home networking wireless USB network adapter Congratulations on your purchase of the HP Digital Home Networking Wireless USB Network Adapter. The Wireless USB Network Adapter operates on the Industrial, Scientific, and Medical (ISM) band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 6
wireless USB network adapter features The Wireless USB Network Adapter is compatible with Windows 98, Millenium, 2000, and XP operating systems, and includes the following: ❑ 2.4 Ghz frequency band, compliant with world standards ❑ Wireless interface is compliant with the IEEE 802.11b standard ❑ A - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 7
getting to know the wireless USB network adapter port Wireless USB Network Adapter USB port to USB port USB Connect the Wireless USB Network Adapter to your computer through the Universal Serial Bus (USB) Type B port. 7 - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 8
wireless USB network adapter LEDs Wireless USB Network Adapter LEDs Power Link Power Link Lights green when the adapter is powered on. Lights red when the adapter has an active connection. If the LED is not lit, the adapter is not interfacing with the network. 8 - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 9
USB icon The USB icon identifies a USB port. USB icon USB icon 9 - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 10
wireless USB network adapter USB cabling The Wireless USB Network Adapter comes with one USB cable. The cable has two plugs: ❑ Type A rectangular plug ❑ Type B square plug USB plugs Type A Type B connecting the cable Follow the steps below to connect the cable: 1 Connect the Type B square plug to - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 11
The Wireless USB Network Adapter provides wireless computers access to a wired network. This integrated wireless and wired network is called an "infrastructure" configuration. A group of wireless-network-adapter-equipped computers plus a wireless access point, such as the HP Wireless Network Access - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 12
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network. Consult the application's documentation to determine if it supports operation over a network Can I play computer games with other members of the wireless network? Yes, as long as the game supports multiple players over a local area network are supported? HP wireless products support the - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 14
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troubleshooting My computer does not recognize the Wireless USB Network Adapter. ❑ Verify that the USB cable is properly connected to both the Type B USB adapter port and the Type A USB computer port. ❑ Verify that the USB controller is enabled in the computer's BIOS. Check your computer's - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 16
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specifications general Model number hn210w Standards IEEE 802.11b, USB 1.0, 1.1 Port one USB Type B port Channels 11 channels (U.S., Canada) 13 channels (Europe) 14 channels (Japan) Operating range: indoors up to 30 meters (100 ft) at up to 11 - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 18
wireless USB network adapter environmental Dimensions Power Certifications Operating temperature Storage temperature Operating humidity Storage humidity 123 mm x 86mm x 28mm (4.84 in x 3.38 in x 1.10 in) 5V DC, 250mA - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 19
rate of 100 Mbps over 100 meters). ad-hoc network Group of computers, each with a wireless LAN network adapter, connected as an independent wireless local area network for the duration of a single communications session. An ad-hoc wireless LAN is applicable at a departmental scale for a branch or - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 20
wireless USB network adapter client/server network Network in which one computer (the "server") shares resources with other computers, called "clients" (as opposed to a peer-to-peer network). CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access/Collision Detect) The protocol for carrier transmission access in an - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 21
to a static IP address. ESS (Extended Service Set) More than one wireless network. ESSID (Extended Service Set Identification) A unique name (or ID) used by users roaming among the multiple wireless networks. An infrastructure configuration can support roaming capability for mobile workers. More - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 22
wireless USB network adapter FHSS (Frequency Hopping Spread Spectrum) Uses a Networking Alliance) See HPNA (Home Phoneline Networking Alliance). host Computer on network that provides services to other computers. HPNA (Home Phoneline Networking Alliance) A standard for home local area networks - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 23
, the spectrum in the vicinity of 2.4 GHz is being made available worldwide. ISP (Internet Service provider) Company or organization providing access to the Internet. LAN (Local Area Network) Computers and peripherals linked together by cabling in a home, business, or local area with communication - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 24
wireless USB network adapter network System connecting two or more computers and peripherals enabling them to communicate and share resources. network adapter See NIC (Network Interface Card). network mask See subnet mask. NIC (Network Interface Card) Card or adapter that allows a computer to - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 25
network. protocol Network language allowing devices to communicate. proxy server Computer with software that controls user access to Internet services same channel as the wireless access point for the coverage area. router Device or software connected to at least two networks that determines where a - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 26
wireless USB network adapter server Computer on a network that provides services to other computers on the network. SPI (stateful packet inspection) The ability of a firewall to remember outgoing requests to the Internet from internal network users and only allow responses to those requests back - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 27
on the Internet. USB (Universal Serial Bus) USB ports connect high-speed peripherals; supports multiport hubs. UTP (Unshielded Twisted Pair) The most common kind of copper telephone wiring connecting home and many business computers to a telephone service. VPN (Virtual Private Network) See PPTP - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 28
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C cabling USB 10 F features 6 summarized 5 G glossary 19 I indicators 8 introduction 5 L LEDs 8 link LED 8 listed 6 N network topology 11 P port 7 power LED 8 R roaming 11 S setting up 11 specifications environmental 18 general 17 T troubleshooting 15 U USB cabling 10 USB icon (pictured) 9 USB port - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 30
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. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, can cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation - HP Wireless USB Network Adapter hn210w | HP Wireless USB Network hn210w - (Engli - Page 32
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