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... depends on the desktop; For more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual on the other side of this document. It could take up your wireless USB adapter. Both the wireless adapter and the router or access point must support WPS. Click Install the Software. Windows 98SE, Me, or 2000 users go to accept the Smart...
... depends on the desktop; For more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual on the other side of this document. It could take up your wireless USB adapter. Both the wireless adapter and the router or access point must support WPS. Click Install the Software. Windows 98SE, Me, or 2000 users go to accept the Smart...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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...notebook or public WiFi hotspots • Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-G router Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections-no express or implied representations or warranties about this product's compatibility with any future... construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. What Can This Product Do for You? Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Data Sheet Speed and Range with Internet Security • Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat •...
...notebook or public WiFi hotspots • Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-G router Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections-no express or implied representations or warranties about this product's compatibility with any future... construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. What Can This Product Do for You? Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Data Sheet Speed and Range with Internet Security • Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat •...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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...NETGEAR Related Products: Wireless - USB cable - Setup CD - Desktop: Wireless-G PCI Adapter (WG311) - NETGEAR 1-year warranty Package Contents - Gaming Consoles: 54 Mbps Game Adapter (WGE111) 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com © 2007 NETGEAR...GHz (France) Environmental Specifications - The WG111 is Standard 802.11g compliant and backwards compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. Available USB port - FCC Part 15 Class B Modulation Type - 802.11b: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (...
...NETGEAR Related Products: Wireless - USB cable - Setup CD - Desktop: Wireless-G PCI Adapter (WG311) - NETGEAR 1-year warranty Package Contents - Gaming Consoles: 54 Mbps Game Adapter (WGE111) 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com www.NETGEAR.com © 2007 NETGEAR...GHz (France) Environmental Specifications - The WG111 is Standard 802.11g compliant and backwards compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. Available USB port - FCC Part 15 Class B Modulation Type - 802.11b: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (...
WG111v3 User Manual
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...timely notices of product and software upgrades. E-mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com/support Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Smart Wizard are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from ...the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WG111v3 has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. NETGEAR, INC. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft...
...timely notices of product and software upgrades. E-mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com/support Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Smart Wizard are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from ...the instructions, may cause undesired operation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WG111v3 has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. NETGEAR, INC. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... Is in the Box ...1-2 Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Installing the WG111v3 Software 1-3 Connecting the Wireless Adapter 1-4 Using the Smart Wizard to Set up Your Wireless Adapter 1-4 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-8 Icon Colors ...1-9 Placing the USB Adapter Cradle 1-10 Removing the Software 1-11 Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows XP...
... Is in the Box ...1-2 Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Installing the WG111v3 Software 1-3 Connecting the Wireless Adapter 1-4 Using the Smart Wizard to Set up Your Wireless Adapter 1-4 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-8 Icon Colors ...1-9 Placing the USB Adapter Cradle 1-10 Removing the Software 1-11 Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows XP...
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... this chapter are for Updates. Installing the WG111v3 Software Note: Do not connect the wireless adapter until you are connected to your wireless network. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Insert the Resource CD. If not, you must: 1. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Set up the wireless adapter to connect to the Internet, click...
... this chapter are for Updates. Installing the WG111v3 Software Note: Do not connect the wireless adapter until you are connected to your wireless network. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Insert the Resource CD. If not, you must: 1. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Set up the wireless adapter to connect to the Internet, click...
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The status bar at the bottom of the Windows task bar. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is limited to that you can interfere with one another. The Smart Wizard Settings tab displays. More dots indicates a...view the status bar. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that security is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard so that port's maximum speed, which wireless network you install the software, this icon appears on...
The status bar at the bottom of the Windows task bar. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is limited to that you can interfere with one another. The Smart Wizard Settings tab displays. More dots indicates a...view the status bar. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that security is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard so that port's maximum speed, which wireless network you install the software, this icon appears on...
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... remove the wireless adapter software in the Release Note. 5. Examine the Release Note. Make sure to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to the Control Panel Add or Remove Program item, select the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 option...
... remove the wireless adapter software in the Release Note. 5. Examine the Release Note. Make sure to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to the Control Panel Add or Remove Program item, select the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 option...
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... that you want to use the NETGEAR WG111v3 Smart Wizard to change the Wireless Adapter wireless settings. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 To view information about wireless networks in your wireless network settings in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. The Windows System Tray is located on your computer. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard...
... that you want to use the NETGEAR WG111v3 Smart Wizard to change the Wireless Adapter wireless settings. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 To view information about wireless networks in your wireless network settings in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. The Windows System Tray is located on your computer. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area" on page 2-2). The wireless adapter detects all access points and routers provide a PBC. • PIN entry. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR... Smart Wizard to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) that is a fairly new technology, so not all access points or routers in your neighborhood that support WPS, and guides you through connecting, as described in the software. ...
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area" on page 2-2). The wireless adapter detects all access points and routers provide a PBC. • PIN entry. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR... Smart Wizard to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) that is a fairly new technology, so not all access points or routers in your neighborhood that support WPS, and guides you through connecting, as described in the software. ...
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... Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page B-1. 2-10 v1.0, March 2008 See the link to the previous settings. 4. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select a network or enter the SSID. Figure 2-7 Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID... to your settings in this profile. If you can connect to make sure that you cannot connect, check the Status bar in the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c.
... Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page B-1. 2-10 v1.0, March 2008 See the link to the previous settings. 4. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select a network or enter the SSID. Figure 2-7 Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID... to your settings in this profile. If you can connect to make sure that you cannot connect, check the Status bar in the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c.
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... the connection is configured with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. Select the Computer-to the device with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t... 2008 On the Settings tab, select or type the Network Name (SSID). 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 5. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. a. If you cannot access network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly.
... the connection is configured with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. Select the Computer-to the device with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t... 2008 On the Settings tab, select or type the Network Name (SSID). 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 5. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. a. If you cannot access network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly.
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... Encryption Security. 1. The Settings screen displays. Note: You will use. Configure the security settings. b. Make sure that the software is installed and your computer. a. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. In the...2008 2-15 Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. a. Select the WEP encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is in the USB port in your wireless adapter is configured in a profile name. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting up...
... Encryption Security. 1. The Settings screen displays. Note: You will use. Configure the security settings. b. Make sure that the software is installed and your computer. a. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. In the...2008 2-15 Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. a. Select the WEP encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is in the USB port in your wireless adapter is configured in a profile name. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting up...
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... a USB port in your wireless adapter is in this profile. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are case sensitive. If the passphrase method is not available in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a profile. Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. c. Make sure that the software...
... a USB port in your wireless adapter is in this profile. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are case sensitive. If the passphrase method is not available in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a profile. Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. c. Make sure that the software...
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... in a profile name. b. Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to "Wireless Communications" on page B-1. 3. a. a. a. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in a profile. In the Profile field, select the profile or type in...displays. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in your settings in the access point. c. b. Click the Save Profile button. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. Figure 2-13 2. Save ...
... in a profile name. b. Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to "Wireless Communications" on page B-1. 3. a. a. a. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in a profile. In the Profile field, select the profile or type in...displays. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in your settings in the access point. c. b. Click the Save Profile button. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. Figure 2-13 2. Save ...
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... MAC addresses. Restricting access by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to this adapter. • Smart Wireless Utility: The version and date of the Smart Wizard. About Tab NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The About tab displays the current software version information. v1.0, March 2008 2-21 Figure 2-17 The following information is a unique 48...
... MAC addresses. Restricting access by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to this adapter. • Smart Wireless Utility: The version and date of the Smart Wizard. About Tab NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The About tab displays the current software version information. v1.0, March 2008 2-21 Figure 2-17 The following information is a unique 48...
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... information below to solve common problems you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase. Also, refer to the knowledge base on your wireless adapter. Reload the WG111v3 software, if necessary. • Try to install the wireless adapter in a different USB slot on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about connecting to...
... information below to solve common problems you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase. Also, refer to the knowledge base on your wireless adapter. Reload the WG111v3 software, if necessary. • Try to install the wireless adapter in a different USB slot on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. Chapter 3 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about connecting to...
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...the card. Ad Hoc Mode is Not Working Correctly You must click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you upgraded your wireless adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your Ad Hoc network are in the same subnet. 1. ...continued) Problem Action The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to the Wireless Adapter. Two WG111v3 icons are configured with static IP addresses in the system tray. This could be removed. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and computer. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Table 3-1.
...the card. Ad Hoc Mode is Not Working Correctly You must click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you upgraded your wireless adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your Ad Hoc network are in the same subnet. 1. ...continued) Problem Action The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to the Wireless Adapter. Two WG111v3 icons are configured with static IP addresses in the system tray. This could be removed. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and computer. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Table 3-1.
