MA101 Product datasheet
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...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 can immediately use your wireless network to extend the communication range for maximum network privacy. Set up a new wireless network or extend your ...wireless network with the vast majority of reliability and privacy. www.NETGEAR.com Standards-based 802.11b technology plus Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption provide your employees at a high-speed 11 Mbps, and eliminates the cost and time of PCs. The MA101 is equipped with reliable 802.11b...
...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 can immediately use your wireless network to extend the communication range for maximum network privacy. Set up a new wireless network or extend your ...wireless network with the vast majority of reliability and privacy. www.NETGEAR.com Standards-based 802.11b technology plus Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption provide your employees at a high-speed 11 Mbps, and eliminates the cost and time of PCs. The MA101 is equipped with reliable 802.11b...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA101 17 For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA101 20 Using the MA101 to Connect in Ad-Hoc Mode 23 Setting Up a MA101 in the Box 2 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here 3 Chapter 2 - Introduction About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in Ad-Hoc Mode...
... For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA101 17 For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA101 20 Using the MA101 to Connect in Ad-Hoc Mode 23 Setting Up a MA101 in the Box 2 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here 3 Chapter 2 - Introduction About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in Ad-Hoc Mode...
MA101 Reference Manual
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...used in text linked with the terms and procedures used . The notation [Enter] is used for purchasing the NETGEAR® MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. ALL CAPS DOS file and directory names. Note: If you for the Enter key and the Return key...shown in this guide. iii Preface About This Installation Guide Thank you are unfamiliar with networking, routing, and wireless communications, refer to Appendix B, "802.11b Wireless Networking Basics," to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This guide uses the following typographical conventions: italics Media ...
...used in text linked with the terms and procedures used . The notation [Enter] is used for purchasing the NETGEAR® MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. ALL CAPS DOS file and directory names. Note: If you for the Enter key and the Return key...shown in this guide. iii Preface About This Installation Guide Thank you are unfamiliar with networking, routing, and wireless communications, refer to Appendix B, "802.11b Wireless Networking Basics," to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This guide uses the following typographical conventions: italics Media ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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...is provided on page 9 for the minimum system requirements. Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products The MA101 USB Adapter provides the following features: • Reliable IEEE 802.11b standard-based wireless technology. • Supports roaming among multiple PCs in Infrastructure mode. •.... In a noisy environment or when the distance between the wireless nodes is far, the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate to the lower transfer rate of the NETGEAR MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents...
...is provided on page 9 for the minimum system requirements. Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products The MA101 USB Adapter provides the following features: • Reliable IEEE 802.11b standard-based wireless technology. • Supports roaming among multiple PCs in Infrastructure mode. •.... In a noisy environment or when the distance between the wireless nodes is far, the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate to the lower transfer rate of the NETGEAR MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... 802.11b Wireless PC Card • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MR314 802.11b Wireless Cable/DSL Router • MA701 802.11b Wireless Compact Flash Card What's in browser readable HTML format • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. The following items: • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with...
... 802.11b Wireless PC Card • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MR314 802.11b Wireless Cable/DSL Router • MA701 802.11b Wireless Compact Flash Card What's in browser readable HTML format • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. The following items: • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... successfully using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. What's Needed? What Do I ? A PC within the operating range of networking. To set up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with other computers, and using wireless networks, the table below identifies how...inherent complexity of the wireless network. It allows more people to try networking while at the same time exposes them to the picture. Wireless technology has removed one of 802.11b wireless networks, please see Chapter 2, "Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter" and follow the ...
... successfully using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. What's Needed? What Do I ? A PC within the operating range of networking. To set up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter with other computers, and using wireless networks, the table below identifies how...inherent complexity of the wireless network. It allows more people to try networking while at the same time exposes them to the picture. Wireless technology has removed one of 802.11b wireless networks, please see Chapter 2, "Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter" and follow the ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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.... It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). What You Will Need Before You Begin You need to verify your wireless USB adapter and connect. 9 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. Note: Computers can configure your computer...
.... It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). What You Will Need Before You Begin You need to verify your wireless USB adapter and connect. 9 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. Note: Computers can configure your computer...
MA101 Reference Manual
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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 a Pentium® Class computer. • An available USB port. • A CD-ROM drive. • 5 Mbytes of free hard ...original Windows operating system installation files to complete the installation of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. However, the 802.11b wireless network effective range will decrease if such materials as : • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • ...
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 a Pentium® Class computer. • An available USB port. • A CD-ROM drive. • 5 Mbytes of free hard ...original Windows operating system installation files to complete the installation of interference, such as walls with the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. However, the 802.11b wireless network effective range will decrease if such materials as : • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... 12 On computers with other 802.11b wireless devices, all devices must be configured 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 Default Wireless Configuration Settings If this is also know as follows: • Wireless Network Name (SSID): Wireless Note: In order for the MA101 USB Adapter to set up the network...
... 12 On computers with other 802.11b wireless devices, all devices must be configured 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 Default Wireless Configuration Settings If this is also know as follows: • Wireless Network Name (SSID): Wireless Note: In order for the MA101 USB Adapter to set up the network...
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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...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. For example, Ad-Hoc Mode is an 802....11 networking framework in Ad-Hoc mode. 23 This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in which devices or computers communicate directly with file and print sharing ...
...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. For example, Ad-Hoc Mode is an 802....11 networking framework in Ad-Hoc mode. 23 This section provides instructions for setting up the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in which devices or computers communicate directly with file and print sharing ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... computer- to - 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 WEP parameters, if (Ad-Hoc) but both computers are using. Setting Up a MA101 in Ad-Hoc Mode Set up the MA101 USB Adapter for setting up the...
... computer- to - 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 WEP parameters, if (Ad-Hoc) but both computers are using. Setting Up a MA101 in Ad-Hoc Mode Set up the MA101 USB Adapter for setting up the...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... taskbar in the SysTray. The link condition between the wireless USB adapter and the access point is not able to link to the wireless access point. The Wireless USB Adapter has established good communication with an access point and the signal quality is weak. Also, look for the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter adds a configuration and status reporting utility icon in the...
... taskbar in the SysTray. The link condition between the wireless USB adapter and the access point is not able to link to the wireless access point. The Wireless USB Adapter has established good communication with an access point and the signal quality is weak. Also, look for the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter adds a configuration and status reporting utility icon in the...
MA101 Reference Manual
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..., but I cannot see if the wireless USB adapter is connected to the Ethernet network. • Make sure that the access point is properly recognized in Windows to see the other computers 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 available. Troubleshooting Tips...
..., but I cannot see if the wireless USB adapter is connected to the Ethernet network. • Make sure that the access point is properly recognized in Windows to see the other computers 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 available. Troubleshooting Tips...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... to use the basic security features of the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter to the MA101 wireless security features, you can strengthen the security of your network. In addition to protect your connection. Chapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless Connection The absence of your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. 29 Enabling Basic Wireless Security Features There are several ways you should also configure appropriate LAN network...
... to use the basic security features of the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter to the MA101 wireless security features, you can strengthen the security of your network. In addition to protect your connection. Chapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless Connection The absence of your MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. 29 Enabling Basic Wireless Security Features There are several ways you should also configure appropriate LAN network...
MA101 Reference Manual
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... the wireless USB adapter. WEP Encryption Key Size, circle one: 64 or 128 bits WEP Hexadecimal Numbers The WEP Hexadecimal Numbers must be the same. Netgear recommends that you configure in the wireless Access Point is responsible for future reference. However, you will be manually entered. Note: The key number as well as the MA101 have...
... the wireless USB adapter. WEP Encryption Key Size, circle one: 64 or 128 bits WEP Hexadecimal Numbers The WEP Hexadecimal Numbers must be the same. Netgear recommends that you configure in the wireless Access Point is responsible for future reference. However, you will be manually entered. Note: The key number as well as the MA101 have...
MA101 Reference Manual
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Figure 3-1: Changing the SSID 2. Click Apply or OK for the changes to your wireless communications based on the SSID and WEP keywords. These settings must match the settings of the wireless Access Point. Run the Configuration Utility and select the Configuration tab page. Setting the Wireless Network Name (SSID) The MA101 USB Adapter allows you to restrict access to take effect. 31 To change the SSID, enter a new SSID. Note: The characters are case sensitive. 3. Follow the steps below to perform this procedure. 1.
Figure 3-1: Changing the SSID 2. Click Apply or OK for the changes to your wireless communications based on the SSID and WEP keywords. These settings must match the settings of the wireless Access Point. Run the Configuration Utility and select the Configuration tab page. Setting the Wireless Network Name (SSID) The MA101 USB Adapter allows you to restrict access to take effect. 31 To change the SSID, enter a new SSID. Note: The characters are case sensitive. 3. Follow the steps below to perform this procedure. 1.
MA101 Reference Manual
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... based on WEP keywords. Configuring WEP Encryption Security The MA101 USB Adapter allows you will communicate with this procedure. 1. Select the WEP encryption strength you to restrict access to take effect. 32 Following the steps below to perform this wireless USB adapter. • 40/64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note...
... based on WEP keywords. Configuring WEP Encryption Security The MA101 USB Adapter allows you will communicate with this procedure. 1. Select the WEP encryption strength you to restrict access to take effect. 32 Following the steps below to perform this wireless USB adapter. • 40/64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note...
MA101 Reference Manual
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...network, each computer on your network. Preparing Your Computers for Network Access This appendix describes how to the Internet through the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for TCP/IP Networking Computers access the Internet using a protocol called TCP/IP (Transmission Control... your network, please consult the Windows help information included with TCP/IP. Each computer on each PC and the wireless access point must have certain other TCP/IP configuration information such as its specific network configuration information automatically from a ...
...network, each computer on your network. Preparing Your Computers for Network Access This appendix describes how to the Internet through the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter. Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for TCP/IP Networking Computers access the Internet using a protocol called TCP/IP (Transmission Control... your network, please consult the Windows help information included with TCP/IP. Each computer on each PC and the wireless access point must have certain other TCP/IP configuration information such as its specific network configuration information automatically from a ...
MA101 Reference Manual
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...Interference by one or more of the following two conditions: 1. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR MA101 Wireless USB Adapter Tested to be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by... (information equipment to Comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that the Model MA401 Wireless PC Card has been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. Federal Office for correct handling. Operation is subject to provide reasonable...
...Interference by one or more of the following two conditions: 1. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR MA101 Wireless USB Adapter Tested to be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by... (information equipment to Comply with part 15 of the FCC Rules. However, there is no guarantee that the Model MA401 Wireless PC Card has been suppressed in accordance with the regulations. Federal Office for correct handling. Operation is subject to provide reasonable...