WG111v3 Installation Guide
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.... a. These networks are located. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Installation 1. Click Install the Software. When prompted, insert your wireless connection. The wireless USB adapter is automatically added with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows Configuration Utilities. • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual on the other side of this document. Windows...
.... a. These networks are located. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Installation 1. Click Install the Software. When prompted, insert your wireless connection. The wireless USB adapter is automatically added with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows Configuration Utilities. • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual on the other side of this document. Windows...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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... meet your needs. Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Data Sheet Speed and Range with Internet Security • Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat • Provides wireless access to your desktop, notebook or public WiFi hotspots • Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-G router Features •...
... meet your needs. Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Data Sheet Speed and Range with Internet Security • Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat • Provides wireless access to your desktop, notebook or public WiFi hotspots • Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-G router Features •...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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... humidity: 5-95%, noncondensing Electromagnetic Compliance - Network - Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 NETGEAR's Wireless-G USB 2.0 (WG111) delivers consistent wireless access to share a broadband Internet connection. The WG111 is subject to change without notice. Pentium class PC - Microsoft® Windows® Vista™, XP, 2000, 98SE, Me - 2 Mbytes of NETGEAR, Inc. compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. FCC Part 15 Class B Modulation Type...
... humidity: 5-95%, noncondensing Electromagnetic Compliance - Network - Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 NETGEAR's Wireless-G USB 2.0 (WG111) delivers consistent wireless access to share a broadband Internet connection. The WG111 is subject to change without notice. Pentium class PC - Microsoft® Windows® Vista™, XP, 2000, 98SE, Me - 2 Mbytes of NETGEAR, Inc. compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. FCC Part 15 Class B Modulation Type...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... the FCC Rules. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a residential installation. If this document without notice. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WG111v3 has been tested and complies with your Support information card. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for a Class B digital...
... the FCC Rules. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a residential installation. If this document without notice. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WG111v3 has been tested and complies with your Support information card. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for a Class B digital...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... 1-1 What 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 Zero...
... 1-1 What 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 Zero...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... 1-1 3. To complete this chapter are prompted to your wireless network. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions are covered in this installation you are for Updates. Insert the Resource CD. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and...
... 1-1 3. To complete this chapter are prompted to your wireless network. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions are covered in this installation you are for Updates. Insert the Resource CD. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and...
WG111v3 User Manual
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...to open network without wireless security. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Channel Data rate Signal strength Identifies which is 14 Mbps. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that ...USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is located at the bottom of the Settings tab. If many wireless networks in the lower right of the Windows task bar. See the following table describes how to that port's maximum speed, which wireless network you install the software...
...to open network without wireless security. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Channel Data rate Signal strength Identifies which is 14 Mbps. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that ...USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is located at the bottom of the Settings tab. If many wireless networks in the lower right of the Windows task bar. See the following table describes how to that port's maximum speed, which wireless network you install the software...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... Problems. 4. Make sure to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. Figure 1-10 Removing the Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in these steps. 1. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the Release Note. 5. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 Examine the Release Note. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. To install an upgrade, follow the screen prompts...
... Problems. 4. Make sure to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. Figure 1-10 Removing the Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in these steps. 1. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the Release Note. 5. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 Examine the Release Note. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. To install an upgrade, follow the screen prompts...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... software from the Resource CD, the icon appears on your area. The following sections in the Windows System Tray. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use . • Configure wireless settings for wireless networks and refresh the screen. To view information about wireless networks in your computer. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3...
... software from the Resource CD, the icon appears on your area. The following sections in the Windows System Tray. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use . • Configure wireless settings for wireless networks and refresh the screen. To view information about wireless networks in your computer. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3...
WG111v3 User Manual
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...or router that supports WPS, do one of the following: • Connect during initial installation. Select Yes to connect using a PBC: 1. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) that is a fairly new technology, so.... • Click an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in the software. See Figure 1-5 on page 2-2). The wireless adapter detects all access points and routers provide a PBC. • PIN entry. To enable WPS, use...
...or router that supports WPS, do one of the following: • Connect during initial installation. Select Yes to connect using a PBC: 1. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) that is a fairly new technology, so.... • Click an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in the software. See Figure 1-5 on page 2-2). The wireless adapter detects all access points and routers provide a PBC. • PIN entry. To enable WPS, use...
WG111v3 User Manual
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.... Click Save Profile. Click Apply. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c. a. See the link to the previous settings. 4. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers. ...Figure 2-7 Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly the SSID used...
.... Click Save Profile. Click Apply. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c. a. See the link to the previous settings. 4. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers. ...Figure 2-7 Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly the SSID used...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. 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. On the Windows...
... resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. 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. On the Windows...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is in the USB port in your computer. b. v1.0, March 2008 2-15 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow... the steps below to open the Smart Wizard. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Note: You will use. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter...
... encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is in the USB port in your computer. b. v1.0, March 2008 2-15 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow... the steps below to open the Smart Wizard. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Note: You will use. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter...
WG111v3 User Manual
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...: The 128-bit encryption keys require more processing, and slow performance slightly. 4. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter is in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to exit the configuration utility. Select Create with...available in the access point and other 802.11b wireless devices. 5. The configuration utility will automatically generate the WEP keys. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are case sensitive. Click Save Profile. Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. Be sure to configure WPA2-PSK ...
...: The 128-bit encryption keys require more processing, and slow performance slightly. 4. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter is in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to exit the configuration utility. Select Create with...available in the access point and other 802.11b wireless devices. 5. The configuration utility will automatically generate the WEP keys. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are case sensitive. Click Save Profile. Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. Be sure to configure WPA2-PSK ...
WG111v3 User Manual
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...) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Click Close to open the Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in a profile. v1.0, March 2008 2-17 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. In the Profile field, select the profile or type in this profile. In the Security section of the...
...) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Click Close to open the Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in a profile. v1.0, March 2008 2-17 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. In the Profile field, select the profile or type in this profile. In the Security section of the...
WG111v3 User Manual
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... point may encounter. 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. The wireless adapter is not connected to the USB port properly or the WG111v3 software is WEP protected (either 64 or 128 bit encryption), you...
... point may encounter. 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. The wireless adapter is not connected to the USB port properly or the WG111v3 software is WEP protected (either 64 or 128 bit encryption), you...
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...removed. This may occur if you the settings. You have an older software version installed on the network or to open the Smart Wizard. Viewing the IP address. Check to the Wireless Adapter. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Table 3-1. Make sure that the access point is assigned to ...changes. No IP address is physically connected to save If you change the settings the Smart Wizard offers you upgraded your wireless adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your system and it needs to shut down the Smart ...
...removed. This may occur if you the settings. You have an older software version installed on the network or to open the Smart Wizard. Viewing the IP address. Check to the Wireless Adapter. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Table 3-1. Make sure that the access point is assigned to ...changes. No IP address is physically connected to save If you change the settings the Smart Wizard offers you upgraded your wireless adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your system and it needs to shut down the Smart ...