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...with your product. November 2002 Information is subject to change without notice. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, The Gear Guy and Everybody's Connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of product and software upgrades. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that may occur... due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. ©2002 NETGEAR, Inc. By registering your Support ...
...with your product. November 2002 Information is subject to change without notice. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, The Gear Guy and Everybody's Connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of product and software upgrades. Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that may occur... due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. ©2002 NETGEAR, Inc. By registering your Support ...
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... Utility Software - Lower level data encryption or no data encryption options simplify network setup and improve data transfer rates. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to communicate with a USB cable • Reference Manual for the Model MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Adobe Acrobat PDF file format - The following items: • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter...
... Utility Software - Lower level data encryption or no data encryption options simplify network setup and improve data transfer rates. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to communicate with a USB cable • Reference Manual for the Model MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Adobe Acrobat PDF file format - The following items: • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter...
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..." for assistance with configuring the TCP/IP Internet software on my PC according to the requirements of "Using the MA101 to Get There From Here ... TCP/IP Internet networking software installed and configured on a PC. Connect to a Wireless Network Access Point in Infrastructure Mode" on page 14..., and through a cable/DSL locate the section for How to Windows. A wireless network Up the MA101 in connected to the cable or ...
..." for assistance with configuring the TCP/IP Internet software on my PC according to the requirements of "Using the MA101 to Get There From Here ... TCP/IP Internet networking software installed and configured on a PC. Connect to a Wireless Network Access Point in Infrastructure Mode" on page 14..., and through a cable/DSL locate the section for How to Windows. A wireless network Up the MA101 in connected to the cable or ...
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...paste functions to browser for How to locate and wired network. Use the Windows Network Neighborhood feature to exchange files between my wirelessly connected computer and other computer in Windows computers in Windows Domain the network in their homes, or small offices. 'peer' ...be provided when Windows prompts for sharing. Any Windows networking corporate computer files you are using. 6 To get assistance Windows networking software, please see Appendix C, "Preparing Your PCs for Network Access" for sharing particular files must be configured with the same Windows...
...paste functions to browser for How to locate and wired network. Use the Windows Network Neighborhood feature to exchange files between my wirelessly connected computer and other computer in Windows computers in Windows Domain the network in their homes, or small offices. 'peer' ...be provided when Windows prompts for sharing. Any Windows networking corporate computer files you are using. 6 To get assistance Windows networking software, please see Appendix C, "Preparing Your PCs for Network Access" for sharing particular files must be configured with the same Windows...
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... 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, 802.11b wireless devices can connect over 802.11b wireless networks indoors at a maximum range of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Verify System Requirements Before installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter, please make sure that these minimum ...wireless devices. 10 Observe Location and Range Guidelines Computers can communicate through walls. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical location of the MA101 driver software...
... 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, 802.11b wireless devices can connect over 802.11b wireless networks indoors at a maximum range of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Verify System Requirements Before installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter, please make sure that these minimum ...wireless devices. 10 Observe Location and Range Guidelines Computers can communicate through walls. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical location of the MA101 driver software...
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The wizard will install the MA101 driver. Install the MA101 driver software. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. a. After the installation Windows Found New Hardware Wizard completes, click Finish to proceed with the Wizard. c. After inserting the Model MA101 Resource CD, the Found New Hardware Wizard appears. d. After connecting the MA101, the Found New Hardware popup message appears, then the Wizard dialog displays. e. Windows XP Wireless Found New Hardware Popup Message b. Click the Next button to close the wizard. 15
The wizard will install the MA101 driver. Install the MA101 driver software. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. a. After the installation Windows Found New Hardware Wizard completes, click Finish to proceed with the Wizard. c. After inserting the Model MA101 Resource CD, the Found New Hardware Wizard appears. d. After connecting the MA101, the Found New Hardware popup message appears, then the Wizard dialog displays. e. Windows XP Wireless Found New Hardware Popup Message b. Click the Next button to close the wizard. 15
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... network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on the "Allow me to connect to a wireless network which is not secure" check box. link on page...Wireless Network Connection Windows XP Local Area Popup Message Connection Wireless Networks Properties tab page. Please refer to your wireless network connection. Verify connectivity by accessing the Internet or network resources. a. b. Click on your Configuration Utility network includes WEP settings, click the Advanced button and configure the MA101...
... network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on the "Allow me to connect to a wireless network which is not secure" check box. link on page...Wireless Network Connection Windows XP Local Area Popup Message Connection Wireless Networks Properties tab page. Please refer to your wireless network connection. Verify connectivity by accessing the Internet or network resources. a. b. Click on your Configuration Utility network includes WEP settings, click the Advanced button and configure the MA101...
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...Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 17 b. b. Click Next and follow the prompts to complete the installation of the software as described in step 2 below a. For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA101 Insert the Model MA101... Resource CD into your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. Power on the Model MA101...Note: Do not connect the USB cable to close the wizard. Run the Setup.exe program on your computer. Install the MA101 software. c. When the installation is ...
...Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 17 b. b. Click Next and follow the prompts to complete the installation of the software as described in step 2 below a. For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA101 Insert the Model MA101... Resource CD into your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. Power on the Model MA101...Note: Do not connect the USB cable to close the wizard. Run the Setup.exe program on your computer. Install the MA101 software. c. When the installation is ...
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... Windows task bar. b. e. You should now see the Windows system tray icon on the MA101. f. g. Connect the MA101 to your computer. MA101 Configuration Utility SysTray Icon 18 Locate an available USB port on the back of the driver software. Netgear MA101 c. Connect the USB cable from your computer to Windows 98/Me Add Hardware Wizard close the wizard...
... Windows task bar. b. e. You should now see the Windows system tray icon on the MA101. f. g. Connect the MA101 to your computer. MA101 Configuration Utility SysTray Icon 18 Locate an available USB port on the back of the driver software. Netgear MA101 c. Connect the USB cable from your computer to Windows 98/Me Add Hardware Wizard close the wizard...
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... icon to verify your computers. b. The MA101 default settings are different from the Netgear. If you have problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 41. 19 a. If your wireless adapter. Configure your wireless network settings are as follows: • SSID...
... icon to verify your computers. b. The MA101 default settings are different from the Netgear. If you have problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 41. 19 a. If your wireless adapter. Configure your wireless network settings are as follows: • SSID...
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... a MA101 Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 20 Have the Windows 2000 operating system installation files handy. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your computer until after you complete the installation of new network adapter drivers.... Run the Setup.exe program on the Model MA101 Resource CD. b. When the installation is complete, click Finish to complete the installation. Install the MA101 software. Note: Do not connect the USB cable to be logged on ...
... a MA101 Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 20 Have the Windows 2000 operating system installation files handy. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your computer until after you complete the installation of new network adapter drivers.... Run the Setup.exe program on the Model MA101 Resource CD. b. When the installation is complete, click Finish to complete the installation. Install the MA101 software. Note: Do not connect the USB cable to be logged on ...
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... problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 27. Please refer to verify your network. MA101 Configuration Utility Note: You will not get a connection unless your wireless adapter. If you cannot connect, please see the "Troubleshooting Tips" on your...
... problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 27. Please refer to verify your network. MA101 Configuration Utility Note: You will not get a connection unless your wireless adapter. If you cannot connect, please see the "Troubleshooting Tips" on your...
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Verify connectivity by accessing resources on page 41. 25 If you cannot connect, please see the "Troubleshooting Tips" on your computers. Verify wireless connectivity between the computers. Please refer to "Preparing Your PCs for Network Access" on either computer. Note: If you have problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 27.
Verify connectivity by accessing resources on page 41. 25 If you cannot connect, please see the "Troubleshooting Tips" on your computers. Verify wireless connectivity between the computers. Please refer to "Preparing Your PCs for Network Access" on either computer. Note: If you have problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 27.
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... that the IP addresses and the Windows networking parameters are all configured correctly. Symptom The LED on the wireless USB adapter is off Cause The wireless USB adapter cable is not inserted into the USB port properly or the proper MA101 USB Adapter software is properly recognized in Windows to see the other computers on page 41. 27 Troubleshooting Tips If...
... that the IP addresses and the Windows networking parameters are all configured correctly. Symptom The LED on the wireless USB adapter is off Cause The wireless USB adapter cable is not inserted into the USB port properly or the proper MA101 USB Adapter software is properly recognized in Windows to see the other computers on page 41. 27 Troubleshooting Tips If...
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... installed as its specific network configuration information automatically from a DHCP server during startup. 41 Windows 95 or later includes the software components for Network Access This appendix describes how to prepare your network must also have TCP/IP installed and selected as well... For adding file and print sharing to the Internet through the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Each computer on each PC and the wireless access point must be assigned a unique IP addresses. Most operating systems include the software components you should install TCP/IP so that the PC obtains ...
... installed as its specific network configuration information automatically from a DHCP server during startup. 41 Windows 95 or later includes the software components for Network Access This appendix describes how to prepare your network must also have TCP/IP installed and selected as well... For adding file and print sharing to the Internet through the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Each computer on each PC and the wireless access point must be assigned a unique IP addresses. Most operating systems include the software components you should install TCP/IP so that the PC obtains ...