MERCUSYS MW300UH 300Mbps High Gain Wireless USB Adapter User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- MERCUSYS
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MERCUSYS MW300UH 300Mbps High Gain Wireless USB Adapter
COPYRIGHT & TRADEMARK
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MERCUSYS TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD. All rights reserved.
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CE Mark Warning
This is a class B product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
OPERATING FREQUENCY (the maximum transmitted power) 2400 MHz -2483.5 MHz (20
dBm)
RF Exposure Information
This device meets the EU requirements (2014/53/EU Article 3.1a) on the
limitation of exposure of the general public to electromagnetic fields by way
of health protection.
This device has been tested and meets the ICNIRP exposure guidelines and the
European Standard EN 62209-2. SAR is measured with this device at a separation
of 0.5 cm to the body, while transmitting at the highest certified output
power level in all frequency bands of this device. Carry this device at least
0.5 cm away from your body to ensure exposure levels remain at or below the
as-tested levels.
EU Declaration of Conformity
MERCUSYS hereby declares that the device is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of directives 2014/53/EU,
2009/125/EC and 2011/65/EU. The original EU declaration of conformity may be
found at http://www.mercusys.com/en/ce.
Safety Information
- Keep the device away from water, fire, humidity or hot environments.
- Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the device.
- Do not use the device where wireless devices are not allowed.
- This USB Adapter can be powered only by computers that comply with Limited Power Source(LPS).
Explanation of the symbols on the product label
| Symbol | Explanation |
|---|---|
| **** | For indoor use only |
| RECYCLING
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE). This means that this product must be handled
pursuant to European directive 2012/19/EU in order to be recycled or
dismantled to minimize its impact on the environment.User has the choice to
give his product to a competent recycling organization or to the retailer when
he buys a new electrical or electronic equipment.
Conventions
The Adapter or MW300UH, or device mentioned in this User Guide stands for
MW300UH 300Mbps High Gain Wireless USB Adapter without any explanations.
When using this guide, please notice that features of the adapter may vary
slightly depending on the model and software version you have. All
screenshots, images and descriptions documented in this guide are used for
demonstration only.
Maximum wireless signal rates are the physical rates derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual wireless data throughput and wireless coverage are not guaranteed and will vary as a result of 1) environmental factors, including building materials, physical objects, and obstacles, 2) network conditions, including local interference, volume and density of traffic, product location, network complexity, and network overhead, and 3) AP limitations, including rated performance, location, connection quality, and AP condition.
Introduction
Overview of the Product
The adapter is designed to provide a high-speed and unrivaled wireless
performance for your notebook and PC. With a stable and faster wireless
connection, you can get a better Internet experience, such as downloading,
gaming, video streaming and so on.
With unmatched wireless performance, reception, and security protection, the
adapter is the best choice for easily adding or upgrading wireless
connectivity.
Features
- IEEE802.11b, IEEE802.11g, IEEE802.11n standards
- Supports WPA/WPA2 data security, IEEE802.1x authentication, TKIP/AES encryption, WEP encryption
- Make use of IEEE 802.11n wireless technology to provide high data rate up to 300 Mbps
- Interoperate with other wireless (802.11b/g/n) products
- Supports automatically adjust to lower speeds due to distance or other operating limitations
- Provides Micro USB 2.0 Interface
- Supports Infrastructure mode
- Good capability on anti-jamming
- Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode
- Supports Windows 10/8.1/8/XP (32/64 bit)
Installation Guide
Hardware Connection
Before you start using your adapter, connect the adapter to your computer via
the USB extension cable provided.
Note: In Windows XP, a Found New Hardware Wizard window will appear when
the adapter is detected. Please click Cancel.
Software Installation
NOTE:
The following instructions take Windows 10 as an example. The steps may
vary slightly for other versions of Windows.
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Insert the Resource CD into your CD drive and run the Autorun.exe from the pop-up Autoplay window.
Note:
a. You can also download the driver or check the new release at www.mercusys.com.
b. In some operating systems, the CD screen will pop up automatically. Otherwise, run the CD manually.
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Select MW300UH and follow the instructions to complete installation.
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When the following screen appears, the driver has been installed successfully.
Note :
If you can’t install the driver successfully, disable the antivirus software and firewall, then try again.
Connect to a Wireless Network
With both the hardware and software successfully installed into your computer,
you can quickly connect to a wireless network via Windows wireless utility.
Follow the instructions in the appropriate section below to use your computer
system’s built-in wireless utility: Windows10/8.1/8/7, Windows XP.
Windows 10/8.1/8/7
- Click the wireless icon or on the taskbar. Select the wireless network you want to join and then click Connect. Enter your Wi-Fi password when prompted.
- When Connected displays next to the network name (SSID) on the screen, it indicates a successful network connection.
Windows XP
- Right-click on the wireless computer icon in your taskbar (lower-right corner). Select View Available Wireless Networks.
- Select the network you want to join and click Connect. Then enter your Wi-Fi password when prompted.
Uninstall Software
The software uninstallation steps vary a bit in different systems. Follow the appropriate instructions for your Windows operating system: Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7/ XP.
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Windows 10/8.1/8
Go to Start > All apps, and find the MERCUSYS application. Click Uninstall Mercusys MW300UH Driver, then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation. -
Windows 7/ XP
Go to Start > All Programs > MERCUSYS > Uninstall Mercusys MW300UH Driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the uninstallation.
Specifications
Normal
Interface| Micro USB 2.0 Interface
Standards| IEEE802.11n; IEEE802.11g; IEEE802.11b
Operating System| Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP (32/64 bit)
Signal Rate
| 11n: Up to 300 Mbps (Dynamic)
11g: Up to 54 Mbps (Dynamic) 11b: Up to 11 Mbps (Dynamic)
Data Security| TKIP/AES, WEP, WPA/WPA2, WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK
Frequency| 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz
Safety & Emissions| CE, ROHS
Environmental and Physical
Operating Temperature| 0℃~40℃ (32℉~104℉)
Storage Temperature| -40℃~70℃ (-40℉~158℉)
Working Humidity| 10% – 90% RH, Non-condensing
Storage Humidity| 5% – 90% RH, Non-condensing
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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