Rosewill Network Card RNX MiniN1 User Guide

Wireless N Adapter RNX-MiniN1  
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Wireless N Adapter RNX-MiniN1  
Italy  
User Manual  
If used outside of own premises, general authorization is  
required  
Luxembourg  
General authorization required for network and service  
supply(not for spectrum)  
Norway  
Implemented  
This subsection does not apply for the geographical area within a  
radius of 20 km from the centre of Ny-Ålesund  
Only for indoor applications  
Russian  
Federation  
Note: Please don’t use the product outdoors in France.  
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Wireless N Adapter RNX-MiniN1  
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Table of Content  
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Wireless N Adapter RNX-MiniN1  
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Chapter 1 Overview  
Thank you for choosing Rosewill’s 802.11n Wireless USB adapter – RNX-MININ1. This  
chapter is to introduce you more about this Wireless Adapter.  
1.1 Package Content  
Before getting started, please verify that your package includes the following items:  
1. Rosewill 802.11n Wireless USB Adapter x 1  
2. Quick Installation Guide x 1  
3. Resource CD x 1, including:  
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Rosewill Wireless N Client Utility and Driver  
User Manual  
Note:  
Make sure that the package contains the above items. If any of the listed items are damaged or missing, please contact  
with your distributor.  
1.2 Overview of the Product  
The adapter is an 802.11n client device; it is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled  
wireless performance for your computer or notebook. With a faster wireless connection, you  
can get a better Internet experience, such as downloading, gaming, video streaming and so on.  
With the 802.11n technology, the RNX-MININ1 allows high packet transfer rate of up to  
150Mbps for maximum download throughput. It can also interoperate with other wireless  
(802.11b, 802.11g). The adapter supports WEP, WPA and WPA2 encryption to prevent  
outside intrusion and protect your personal information from being exposed.  
The adapter is easy to install and manage. The Quick Setup guides you step-by-step through  
the installation process; the Rosewill Wireless N Client Utility helps you create a wireless  
connection immediately.  
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the RNX-MININ1  
is also designed to be one of the smallest size wireless adapter so you can use without any  
interference. It is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless connectivity to your  
notebook and computer.  
1.3 Features  
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Comply with IEEE 802.11b/g/n standards with up to 150Mbps data transfer speed.  
Ultra-Nano size design with USB 2.0/1.1 interface.  
Supports QoS Enhancement (WMM) for multimedia applications’ smoothness  
High level of security with Wireless encryption of 64/128-bit WEP, WPA, WPA2, and  
IEEE802.1x functions.  
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Runs under most popular operating systems: Windows XP/Vista/7 (32/64 bits), Mac OS  
X and more.  
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Supports Software WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) connection.  
Green Energy Saving: supports auto transmit power adjustment and idle energy auto  
control.  
1.4 Product Specification  
Chipset  
Realtek RTL8188CUS  
Standard  
IEEE 802.11b/g/n; IEEE 802.11e QoS Enhancement (WMM);  
IEEE 802.11h TPC, Spectrum Measurement  
USB 2.0 Type A  
Bus Type  
Frequency Band  
Data Rate  
2.4000~2.4835GHz (Industrial Scientific Medical Band)  
11b: 1/2/5.5/11Mbps; 11g: 6/9/12/24/36/48/54Mbps  
11n (20MHz): MCS0-7, up to 72Mbps  
11n (40MHz): MCS0-7, up to 150Mbps  
Output Power  
11b: 17±1.5dBm , 11g: 15±1.5dBm, 11n: 14±1.5dBm  
Receive Sensitivity 11b@11Mbps: -81±2dBm; 11g@54Mbps: -71±2dBm  
11n(20MHz)@MCS7: -68±2dBm; 11n(40MHz)@MCS7:  
-64±2dBm  
Security  
WEP 64/128, WPA, WPA2 and IEEE 802.1x  
Internal Antenna (1T1R)  
Antenna  
OS support  
Windows XP/Vista/7; Linux Kernel 2.6.x; Mac OS X  
10.4~10.6  
Dimension  
Temperature  
Humidity  
0.7” x 0.2” x 0.5” (18 x 6 x 14 mm)  
Operating: 32~104°F (0~40°C); Storage: -4~140°F (-20~60°C)  
Operating: 10~90% (Non-Condensing); Storage: Max. 95%  
(Non-Condensing)  
1.5 System Requirement  
You must have at least the following  
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A laptop computer/desktop PC with an available USB port  
At least a 300MHz processor and 32MB of memory  
Windows OS for Win98SE, ME, 2000, XP, Vista, 7 or Mac OS X 10.4~10.6  
A CD-ROM Drive  
USB controller properly installed and working in the computer  
A 802.11n802.11g or 802.11b Wireless Access Point/Router (for infrastructure Mode)  
or another 802.11n802.11g or 802.11b wireless adapter (for Ad-Hoc; Peer-to-Peer  
networking mode).  
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Chapter 2 Installation Guide  
2.1 Hardware Installation  
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Please first insert the RNX-MiniN1 into your PC or NB USB slot.  
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If the following window popup, please click Cancel or Close:  
Under Win XP  
Under Windows Vista/Win7  
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