MA101 Product datasheet
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... Ethernet cabling. Designed for maximum network privacy. Standards-based 802.11b technology plus Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption provide your wireless network with selected local language support during office hours. 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter MA101 With N E T G E A R 's MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter you need to open the case of the PC. Effortlessly connect any new wires. NETGEAR provides free, 7x24 telephone and e-mail technical support...
... Ethernet cabling. Designed for maximum network privacy. Standards-based 802.11b technology plus Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption provide your wireless network with selected local language support during office hours. 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter MA101 With N E T G E A R 's MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter you need to open the case of the PC. Effortlessly connect any new wires. NETGEAR provides free, 7x24 telephone and e-mail technical support...
MA101 Product datasheet
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... (00800-0-NETGEAR) 020-7216-0014 1-888-NETGEAR +1 801-236-8499 NETGEAR® is a trademark of available disk space 1 • ISO-9001 • ISO ISO-9001 REGISTERED QUALITY D-MA101-001 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Network Standard Radio Data Rate Wireless Medium Frequency... System Requirements: Available USB Port Windows 98/Me/2000 2 Mbytes of NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Windows® is subject to change without notice. Output Power Drivers Certification System Interface Operating Environment Dimension (L x W x H) Weight Warranty IEEE 802.11b USB 1.1 Specification WECA Wi...
... (00800-0-NETGEAR) 020-7216-0014 1-888-NETGEAR +1 801-236-8499 NETGEAR® is a trademark of available disk space 1 • ISO-9001 • ISO ISO-9001 REGISTERED QUALITY D-MA101-001 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Network Standard Radio Data Rate Wireless Medium Frequency... System Requirements: Available USB Port Windows 98/Me/2000 2 Mbytes of NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Windows® is subject to change without notice. Output Power Drivers Certification System Interface Operating Environment Dimension (L x W x H) Weight Warranty IEEE 802.11b USB 1.1 Specification WECA Wi...
MA101 Reference Manual
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Introduction About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in Ad-Hoc Mode 24 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors 26 Troubleshooting Tips 27 Chapter 3 - Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter What You Will Need Before You Begin 9 Verify System Requirements 10 Observe Location and Range Guidelines 10 Two Basic Operating Modes 11 MA101 Default Wireless Configuration Settings...
Introduction About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in Ad-Hoc Mode 24 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors 26 Troubleshooting Tips 27 Chapter 3 - Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter What You Will Need Before You Begin 9 Verify System Requirements 10 Observe Location and Range Guidelines 10 Two Basic Operating Modes 11 MA101 Default Wireless Configuration Settings...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... user-typed command-line entries. [Enter] Named keys in text are unfamiliar with networking, routing, and wireless communications, refer to Appendix B, "802.11b Wireless Networking Basics," to intermediate computer and Internet skills. Note: If you for the Enter key and the ... Thank you are shown enclosed in this guide. However, basic computer network, Internet, and wireless technologies tutorial information is used for purchasing the NETGEAR® MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. bold times roman User input Internet Protocol (IP)First time an abbreviated term is used in...
... user-typed command-line entries. [Enter] Named keys in text are unfamiliar with networking, routing, and wireless communications, refer to Appendix B, "802.11b Wireless Networking Basics," to intermediate computer and Internet skills. Note: If you for the Enter key and the ... Thank you are shown enclosed in this guide. However, basic computer network, Internet, and wireless technologies tutorial information is used for purchasing the NETGEAR® MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. bold times roman User input Internet Protocol (IP)First time an abbreviated term is used in...
MA101 Reference Manual
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..., the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate to the lower transfer rate of the NETGEAR MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Its ...auto-sensing capability allows packet transfer at the optimal data transfer rate. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of one or two megabits per second (Mbps), and dynamic range shifting to slower speeds due to distance or electromagnetic interference limitations. About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter The MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter...
..., the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate to the lower transfer rate of the NETGEAR MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Its ...auto-sensing capability allows packet transfer at the optimal data transfer rate. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of one or two megabits per second (Mbps), and dynamic range shifting to slower speeds due to distance or electromagnetic interference limitations. About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter The MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... Model MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in browser readable HTML format • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to communicate with the MA101 USB Adapter. • WAB102 Dual Band Access Point • MA401 802.11b Wireless...
... Model MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in browser readable HTML format • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to communicate with the MA101 USB Adapter. • WAB102 Dual Band Access Point • MA401 802.11b Wireless...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... as connecting to understand. For guidelines about wireless networking technology, please see Chapter 2, "Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter" and follow the instructions provided. What Do I Want To... ? Identify the wireless network name (SSID) and, if used the wireless security settings. 2. Set up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with other computers, and using wireless networks, the table below identifies how to accomplish...
... as connecting to understand. For guidelines about wireless networking technology, please see Chapter 2, "Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter" and follow the instructions provided. What Do I Want To... ? Identify the wireless network name (SSID) and, if used the wireless security settings. 2. Set up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with other computers, and using wireless networks, the table below identifies how to accomplish...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... the WLAN where you will connect before you can connect over 802.11b wireless networks at a range of as much as 500 feet or more indoors. Chapter 2 Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter This chapter describes how to set up your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter for wireless connectivity on page 29. The MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter provides highly effective security features which are covered in "Enabling...
... the WLAN where you will connect before you can connect over 802.11b wireless networks at a range of as much as 500 feet or more indoors. Chapter 2 Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter This chapter describes how to set up your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter for wireless connectivity on page 29. The MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter provides highly effective security features which are covered in "Enabling...
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...8226; Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, 802.11b wireless devices can communicate through walls. Verify System Requirements Before installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter, please make sure that these minimum requirements have been met: • You must have ... to complete the installation of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can connect over 802.11b wireless networks indoors at a maximum range of the computer with concrete, ...
...8226; Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, 802.11b wireless devices can communicate through walls. Verify System Requirements Before installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter, please make sure that these minimum requirements have been met: • You must have ... to complete the installation of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can connect over 802.11b wireless networks indoors at a maximum range of the computer with concrete, ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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Two Basic Operating Modes The MA101 USB Adapter, like all 802.11b adapters, can operate in the following two basic modes: • Infrastructure Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in which devices and computers communicate with file and ... in which lets multiple computers share a single Cable or DSL broadband Internet connection. • Ad-Hoc Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in a house connect to exchange files directly between them. For example, Ad-Hoc Mode is attached ...For example, this mode is used when two Windows computers are available with the MA101 USB Adapter. 11
Two Basic Operating Modes The MA101 USB Adapter, like all 802.11b adapters, can operate in the following two basic modes: • Infrastructure Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in which devices and computers communicate with file and ... in which lets multiple computers share a single Cable or DSL broadband Internet connection. • Ad-Hoc Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in a house connect to exchange files directly between them. For example, Ad-Hoc Mode is attached ...For example, this mode is used when two Windows computers are available with the MA101 USB Adapter. 11
MA101 Reference Manual
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... same SSID which is an addition to an existing wireless network, you will need to identify the wireless configuration and security parameters already defined. If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to communicate with a wireless access point, a wireless adapter, or other versions of Windows, your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter does not use factory default settings.
... same SSID which is an addition to an existing wireless network, you will need to identify the wireless configuration and security parameters already defined. If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to communicate with a wireless access point, a wireless adapter, or other versions of Windows, your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter does not use factory default settings.
MA101 Reference Manual
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Using the MA101 to Connect to a Wireless Network Access Point in Infrastructure Mode 802.11b Wireless Access Point Cable/DSL Router MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter Connected to a Desktop Computer Cable or DSL modem Figure 2-1: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Infrastructure Mode This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. 13
Using the MA101 to Connect to a Wireless Network Access Point in Infrastructure Mode 802.11b Wireless Access Point Cable/DSL Router MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter Connected to a Desktop Computer Cable or DSL modem Figure 2-1: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Infrastructure Mode This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. 13
MA101 Reference Manual
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For Windows XP Users Installing a MA101 Connect the MA101 USB Adapter to your computer. 14 Lift the antenna on your computer. Locate an available USB port on the back of Windows. Power on the MA101. c. Connect the USB cable from the MA101 USB Adapter to your version of your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. a. d. b. Setting Up the MA101 in Infrastructure Mode Use the procedure below that corresponds to your computer.
For Windows XP Users Installing a MA101 Connect the MA101 USB Adapter to your computer. 14 Lift the antenna on your computer. Locate an available USB port on the back of Windows. Power on the MA101. c. Connect the USB cable from the MA101 USB Adapter to your version of your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. a. d. b. Setting Up the MA101 in Infrastructure Mode Use the procedure below that corresponds to your computer.
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... CD into your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. c. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 17 Power on the Model MA101 Resource CD. When the installation is complete, click Finish to complete the installation. Have the Windows 98 or Me operating system installation files ...handy. a. Run the Setup.exe program on your computer. Install the MA101 software. b. Click Next and follow the prompts to close the wizard. Windows 98/Me needs these files to your computer until after you ...
... CD into your computer and let the operating system boot up completely. c. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 17 Power on the Model MA101 Resource CD. When the installation is complete, click Finish to complete the installation. Have the Windows 98 or Me operating system installation files ...handy. a. Run the Setup.exe program on your computer. Install the MA101 software. b. Click Next and follow the prompts to close the wizard. Windows 98/Me needs these files to your computer until after you ...
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d. Click Yes when asked if you want to your computer using the included USB cable. Connect the MA101 to reboot the system. a. b. Click the CD-ROM drive box and click Next to Windows 98/Me Add Hardware Wizard close the wizard. f. ... the installation completes, click Finish to proceed. Locate an available USB port on the back of the driver software. Connect the USB cable from your computer. Netgear MA101 c. e. g. You should now see the Windows system tray icon on the MA101. MA101 Configuration Utility SysTray Icon 18 Lift the antenna on the right in the ...
d. Click Yes when asked if you want to your computer using the included USB cable. Connect the MA101 to reboot the system. a. b. Click the CD-ROM drive box and click Next to Windows 98/Me Add Hardware Wizard close the wizard. f. ... the installation completes, click Finish to proceed. Locate an available USB port on the back of the driver software. Connect the USB cable from your computer. Netgear MA101 c. e. g. You should now see the Windows system tray icon on the MA101. MA101 Configuration Utility SysTray Icon 18 Lift the antenna on the right in the ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... until after you complete the installation of new network adapter drivers. For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA101 Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your computer. Note: Do not connect the USB cable to close the wizard. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 20 Have the Windows 2000 operating system ...installation files handy. a. Run the Setup.exe program on your PC. b. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive....
... until after you complete the installation of new network adapter drivers. For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA101 Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your computer. Note: Do not connect the USB cable to close the wizard. Netgear MA101 Setup Utility 20 Have the Windows 2000 operating system ...installation files handy. a. Run the Setup.exe program on your PC. b. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive....
MA101 Reference Manual
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...the MA101 to the MA101. a. Connect the USB cable from Netgear MA101 your computer to your computer. e. Click Yes to close the wizard. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box displays. Click Next, and Next again at the search for Windows 2000 compatibility. Netgear tested the MA101 for... the best driver screen. f. Click Finish to reboot the system. Lift the antenna on the back of your computer using the included USB cable. Locate an available USB port on the MA101. b. If asked, Windows...
...the MA101 to the MA101. a. Connect the USB cable from Netgear MA101 your computer to your computer. e. Click Yes to close the wizard. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box displays. Click Next, and Next again at the search for Windows 2000 compatibility. Netgear tested the MA101 for... the best driver screen. f. Click Finish to reboot the system. Lift the antenna on the back of your computer using the included USB cable. Locate an available USB port on the MA101. b. If asked, Windows...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... in Ad-Hoc Mode 802.11b Wireless PC Card in a Notebook Computer MA101 Wireless USB Adapter Connected to a Desktop Computer Figure 2-2: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Ad-Hoc Mode Ad-Hoc Mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with each other, without the use of an access point. This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in which devices...
... in Ad-Hoc Mode 802.11b Wireless PC Card in a Notebook Computer MA101 Wireless USB Adapter Connected to a Desktop Computer Figure 2-2: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Ad-Hoc Mode Ad-Hoc Mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with each other, without the use of an access point. This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in which devices...
MA101 Reference Manual
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...computer WEP parameters, if (Ad-Hoc) but both computers are using. Set the MA101 as follows: • SSID: Wireless • Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc): Ad-Hoc • WEP encryption: assure MA101 Configuration Utility that both computer-to -computer (Ad-Hoc) networks only. 24 a....computer, then select Computer-to - enabled. to make whatever configuration changes may be needed. Setting Up a MA101 in Ad-Hoc Mode Set up the MA101 with the version of your wireless adapters. b. Follow the instructions above for setting up the MA101 USB Adapter for your computer.
...computer WEP parameters, if (Ad-Hoc) but both computers are using. Set the MA101 as follows: • SSID: Wireless • Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc): Ad-Hoc • WEP encryption: assure MA101 Configuration Utility that both computer-to -computer (Ad-Hoc) networks only. 24 a....computer, then select Computer-to - enabled. to make whatever configuration changes may be needed. Setting Up a MA101 in Ad-Hoc Mode Set up the MA101 with the version of your wireless adapters. b. Follow the instructions above for setting up the MA101 USB Adapter for your computer.
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... able to link to any other wireless node. Description The wireless USB adapter is better. Yellow The wireless USB adapter has a connection with another location where the wireless signal quality is weak. Also, look for the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter adds a configuration and status reporting utility icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. Color Red Condition The wireless USB adapter has no connection to any access...
... able to link to any other wireless node. Description The wireless USB adapter is better. Yellow The wireless USB adapter has a connection with another location where the wireless signal quality is weak. Also, look for the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter adds a configuration and status reporting utility icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. Color Red Condition The wireless USB adapter has no connection to any access...