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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 2-14 Setting up WEP Encryption Security 2-15 Setting up WPA2-PSK Security 2-16 Setting up WPA-PSK Security 2-17 Advanced Settings ...2-19 Statistics Tab ...2-20 About Tab ...2-21 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...3-1 Ad Hoc Mode is Not Working Correctly 3-2 Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings A-1 Technical Specifications A-2 Appendix B Related Documents ii v1.0, March 2008
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 2-14 Setting up WEP Encryption Security 2-15 Setting up WPA2-PSK Security 2-16 Setting up WPA-PSK Security 2-17 Advanced Settings ...2-19 Statistics Tab ...2-20 About Tab ...2-21 Chapter 3 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...3-1 Ad Hoc Mode is Not Working Correctly 3-2 Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings A-1 Technical Specifications A-2 Appendix B Related Documents ii v1.0, March 2008
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... metal mesh, the effective range will decrease if such materials are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. What Is in case you need to return the product. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual In general, wireless devices can communicate through walls. This manual • Warranty and Support information card If any of the parts...
... metal mesh, the effective range will decrease if such materials are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. What Is in case you need to return the product. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual In general, wireless devices can communicate through walls. This manual • Warranty and Support information card If any of the parts...
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... the Internet, click Check for an Access Point (Infrastructure) installation. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to your wireless network. When prompted, insert the wireless adapter and follow the onscreen instructions. 3. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. If you must: 1. Click Install the Software.The...
... the Internet, click Check for an Access Point (Infrastructure) installation. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to your wireless network. When prompted, insert the wireless adapter and follow the onscreen instructions. 3. Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. If you must: 1. Click Install the Software.The...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting the Wireless Adapter After you are located. Locate an available USB port on your computer. To use the USB cable, connect it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-8 and "... and makes it to the 14 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard. 2. Insert the wireless adapter in a USB port on your computer, the data rate of the WG111v3 will be limited to the wireless adapter and a USB port. Note: If you do not have installed the NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the following screen displays...
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting the Wireless Adapter After you are located. Locate an available USB port on your computer. To use the USB cable, connect it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-8 and "... and makes it to the 14 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard. 2. Insert the wireless adapter in a USB port on your computer, the data rate of the WG111v3 will be limited to the wireless adapter and a USB port. Note: If you do not have installed the NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the following screen displays...
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...You will be prompted to let the wizard help you have connected the wireless adapter, the following screen displays: Figure 1-3 To use the Smart Wizard to configure the wireless adapter: 1. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 only supports WPS on whether or not a wireless access point or router in the network supports a Wi-Fi Protected ...1-5 v1.0, March 2008 See "Using WPS to Connect to a network (recommended). 2. Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. Click Next to accept. 3. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual After you connect to...
...You will be prompted to let the wizard help you have connected the wireless adapter, the following screen displays: Figure 1-3 To use the Smart Wizard to configure the wireless adapter: 1. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 only supports WPS on whether or not a wireless access point or router in the network supports a Wi-Fi Protected ...1-5 v1.0, March 2008 See "Using WPS to Connect to a network (recommended). 2. Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. Click Next to accept. 3. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual After you connect to...
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... to a minute to establish your choice. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. These networks are in the drop-down list, and then click Next. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual • If no wireless access points or routers in the system tray and on the...
... to a minute to establish your choice. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. These networks are in the drop-down list, and then click Next. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual • If no wireless access points or routers in the system tray and on the...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 6. Use the status bar to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on page 2-19. 1-7 v1.0, March 2008 Note: For information about connecting, see "Advanced Settings" on page 1-8. For more information about using Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), see "Connecting to verify your wireless connectivity.
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 6. Use the status bar to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on page 2-19. 1-7 v1.0, March 2008 Note: For information about connecting, see "Advanced Settings" on page 1-8. For more information about using Wi-Fi Multimedia (WMM), see "Connecting to verify your wireless connectivity.
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... used by the network. Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that show the status of the Settings tab. More dots indicates a stronger signal. 1-8 v1.0, March 2008 If your area use the same channel...
... used by the network. Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators that show the status of the Settings tab. More dots indicates a stronger signal. 1-8 v1.0, March 2008 If your area use the same channel...
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... disable the Internet notification feature by clearing the check mark on this line. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Join a Network Connection status Click Join a Network to the wireless access point. The wireless adapter has a connection with an access point and the signal quality is better. If you right-click the System...
... disable the Internet notification feature by clearing the check mark on this line. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Join a Network Connection status Click Join a Network to the wireless access point. The wireless adapter has a connection with an access point and the signal quality is better. If you right-click the System...
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Figure 1-8 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Placing the USB Adapter Cradle You can attach the wireless adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use the USB cable, plastic cradle, and loop-and-hook fastener for better USB adapter placement on the middle of the outside rear. Insert the wireless adapter in the plastic cradle, and connect the USB cable. To use the USB cable...
Figure 1-8 2. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Placing the USB Adapter Cradle You can attach the wireless adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use the USB cable, plastic cradle, and loop-and-hook fastener for better USB adapter placement on the middle of the outside rear. Insert the wireless adapter in the plastic cradle, and connect the USB cable. To use the USB cable...
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Examine the Release Note. Make sure to the monitor. Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to read any warnings and Known Problems. 4. Download the upgrade using the...
Examine the Release Note. Make sure to the monitor. Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. v1.0, March 2008 1-11 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 4. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to read any warnings and Known Problems. 4. Download the upgrade using the...
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...tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use the Networks tab to use the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These... instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WG111v3 Smart Wizard to open the Smart Wizard. To view information about wireless networks in your desktop and in the ...
...tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use the Networks tab to use the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab displays. 2-2 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These... instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WG111v3 Smart Wizard to open the Smart Wizard. To view information about wireless networks in your desktop and in the ...
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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 2. This is supported. • WPS. Access Point (Infrastructure) or Computerto-Computer (Ad Hoc) The buttons located at the bottom of the information will still be displayed. • Channel: The channel determines which operating frequency will be used, and identifies which wireless...each other. The access point supports WPS. • Security: Identifies whether the wireless network uses security settings such as a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. See "Joining a Network" on page ...
NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 2. This is supported. • WPS. Access Point (Infrastructure) or Computerto-Computer (Ad Hoc) The buttons located at the bottom of the information will still be displayed. • Channel: The channel determines which operating frequency will be used, and identifies which wireless...each other. The access point supports WPS. • Security: Identifies whether the wireless network uses security settings such as a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. See "Joining a Network" on page ...
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... manually (not using WPS, make sure that you want to use. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router with the wireless network and security settings. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual • Connect: Connect to the network that you selected. • Scan: Check for the network that you know the WEP key...
... manually (not using WPS, make sure that you want to use. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router with the wireless network and security settings. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual • Connect: Connect to the network that you selected. • Scan: Check for the network that you know the WEP key...
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...-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) standard (for the access point or router and the wireless adapter. Some NETGEAR products include NETGEAR's Push 'N' Connect feature. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 3. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 only supports WPS on page 1-8. WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and wireless security for more information, see http://www.wi-fi.org). Select a network from...
...-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) standard (for the access point or router and the wireless adapter. Some NETGEAR products include NETGEAR's Push 'N' Connect feature. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 3. Note: The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 only supports WPS on page 1-8. WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and wireless security for more information, see http://www.wi-fi.org). Select a network from...
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...associated with WPS: Figure 2-4 2. On the status bar, click Join a Network. The adapter detects a network with the access point or router. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to a Wireless Access Point or Router To join a network using WPS: • Push Button Configuration (...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 open the Smart Wizard. There are two methods to use WPS, and then click Next. 3. Use the ...
...associated with WPS: Figure 2-4 2. On the status bar, click Join a Network. The adapter detects a network with the access point or router. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to a Wireless Access Point or Router To join a network using WPS: • Push Button Configuration (...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 open the Smart Wizard. There are two methods to use WPS, and then click Next. 3. Use the ...