WG111v3 Installation Guide
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...Software. If not, you can set up to a minute for Updates. d. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 2. When prompted, insert your wireless connection. The wireless USB adapter is automatically added with WPS are in Using the Status Bar on the Resource CD. Use the Smart Wizard to set up the wireless adapter either 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...
...Software. If not, you can set up to a minute for Updates. d. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 2. When prompted, insert your wireless connection. The wireless USB adapter is automatically added with WPS are in Using the Status Bar on the Resource CD. Use the Smart Wizard to set up the wireless adapter either 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...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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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 • Delivers consistent wireless connections...
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 • Delivers consistent wireless connections...
WG111v3 Product datasheet
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Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 NETGEAR's Wireless-G USB 2.0 (WG111) delivers consistent wireless access to 60º C) - And, installation is Standard 802.11g compliant and backwards compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. The WG111 is fast and easy with 802.11g or 802.11b wireless routers. Available USB port - Weight: 1.13 oz (32 g) Wireless Speeds - 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (auto rate...
Wireless-G USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 NETGEAR's Wireless-G USB 2.0 (WG111) delivers consistent wireless access to 60º C) - And, installation is Standard 802.11g compliant and backwards compatible with NETGEAR's Smart Wizard installation software. The WG111 is fast and easy with 802.11g or 802.11b wireless routers. Available USB port - Weight: 1.13 oz (32 g) Wireless Speeds - 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (auto rate...
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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...When prompted, insert the wireless adapter and follow the onscreen instructions. 3. Click Install the Software.The Software Update Check screen displays: Figure 1-1 3. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Installing the WG111v3 Software Note: Do not connect the wireless adapter until you are covered ... Complete message appears, click Next. 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions...
...When prompted, insert the wireless adapter and follow the onscreen instructions. 3. Click Install the Software.The Software Update Check screen displays: Figure 1-1 3. Install the WG111v3 software. 2. Installing the WG111v3 Software Note: Do not connect the wireless adapter until you are covered ... Complete message appears, click Next. 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 Installation NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The instructions in "Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page 2-1. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions...
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...USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is located at the bottom of the screen shows details about your wireless and Internet connection. The status bar is limited to show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet: • Icon: After you install the software..., which wireless network you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is 14 Mbps. The status bar at the bottom of the Settings tab. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators...
...USB v1.1 port, the wireless adapter is located at the bottom of the screen shows details about your wireless and Internet connection. The status bar is limited to show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet: • Icon: After you install the software..., which wireless network you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is 14 Mbps. The status bar at the bottom of the Settings tab. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The wireless adapter has indicators...
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...Known Problems. 4. Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these two ways: • Navigate the Windows Start menu to the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 program group, select the uninstall...the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 option, and follow the screen prompts. • Navigate the Windows Start menu to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. Click the latest version of your monitor near the top for better reception. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User ...
...Known Problems. 4. Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these two ways: • Navigate the Windows Start menu to the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 program group, select the uninstall...the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v3 option, and follow the screen prompts. • Navigate the Windows Start menu to http://www.netgear.com/support. 2. Click the latest version of your monitor near the top for better reception. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User ...
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... in Your Area You can also scan to search for your wireless connection. • Save your wireless network settings in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. When you have installed the software from the Resource CD, the icon appears on the Windows taskbar. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how...
... in Your Area You can also scan to search for your wireless connection. • Save your wireless network settings in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. When you have installed the software from the Resource CD, the icon appears on the Windows taskbar. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how...
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...the Smart Wizard Settings screen. Select Yes to use a push button), and then click Next. 2-6 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to an access point or router that is a fairly new technology, so not all access points or routers in your...section. • Click an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in the software. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to open the Smart Wizard. Use the icon to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) ...
...the Smart Wizard Settings screen. Select Yes to use a push button), and then click Next. 2-6 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual To connect the wireless adapter to an access point or router that is a fairly new technology, so not all access points or routers in your...section. • Click an access point or router that supports WPS in the Networks tab (see "Viewing Wireless Networks in the software. To enable WPS, use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to open the Smart Wizard. Use the icon to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) ...
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...profile. 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 matches exactly the SSID used by the access point. 3. All the configuration settings are saved in the .... 4. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 1-8. Save your computers. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c. Click Close to exit the wizard, or Cancel to return to make sure...
...profile. 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 matches exactly the SSID used by the access point. 3. All the configuration settings are saved in the .... 4. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on page 1-8. Save your computers. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual c. Click Close to exit the wizard, or Cancel to return to make sure...
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...network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly. a. On the Windows taskbar click Start, and then click Run. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. Assuming the target PC is...2. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. Figure 2-9 c. b. Figure 2-10 At this point the connection is configured with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 5. The ping response should change to -Computer...
...network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly. a. On the Windows taskbar click Start, and then click Run. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. Assuming the target PC is...2. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/ N101453.asp. Figure 2-9 c. b. Figure 2-10 At this point the connection is configured with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual 5. The ping response should change to -Computer...
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... In the Profile field, select the profile or type in your wireless adapter is configured in the access point. v1.0, March 2008 2-15 Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. b. Note: You will use. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your computer. Use the icon to configure WEP ...what is in the USB port in a profile name. Figure 2-12 2. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. In the Security section of the screen, select WEP. 3. The Settings screen displays. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting ...
... In the Profile field, select the profile or type in your wireless adapter is configured in the access point. v1.0, March 2008 2-15 Run the WG111v3 Smart Wizard. b. Note: You will use. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your computer. Use the icon to configure WEP ...what is in the USB port in a profile name. Figure 2-12 2. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. In the Security section of the screen, select WEP. 3. The Settings screen displays. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual Setting ...
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... is fully inserted in a USB port in this profile. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter is in the access point and other devices, you must manually enter the keys to use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a profile. Click... The characters are saved in your settings in the network. If the passphrase method is not available in the other 802.11b wireless devices. 5. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: The 128...
... is fully inserted in a USB port in this profile. c. Make sure that the software is installed and your wireless adapter is in the access point and other devices, you must manually enter the keys to use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a profile. Click... The characters are saved in your settings in the network. If the passphrase method is not available in the other 802.11b wireless devices. 5. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The choices are: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: The 128...
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...Wizard. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in the access point. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in this profile. Click Apply. c. Run the wireless adapter Smart Wizard. Use the ... configuration settings are saved in your settings in a profile name. In the Security section of the screen, select WPA2-PSK [AES]. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. b. Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to...
...Wizard. Make sure that the software is installed and the wireless adapter is configured in the access point. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in this profile. Click Apply. c. Run the wireless adapter Smart Wizard. Use the ... configuration settings are saved in your settings in a profile name. In the Security section of the screen, select WPA2-PSK [AES]. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual b. b. Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to...
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...Domain: This is displayed in a different region may violate local laws. • Driver Version: The wireless adapter driver version. • Driver Date: The wireless adapter driver date. • MAC Address: The MAC address of known MAC addresses. Figure 2-17 The ... interface card. However, if the only wireless security that your network uses is easy for wireless transmission. v1.0, March 2008 2-21 About Tab NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The About tab displays the current software version information. Governments regulate the channels used...
...Domain: This is displayed in a different region may violate local laws. • Driver Version: The wireless adapter driver version. • Driver Date: The wireless adapter driver date. • MAC Address: The MAC address of known MAC addresses. Figure 2-17 The ... interface card. However, if the only wireless security that your network uses is easy for wireless transmission. v1.0, March 2008 2-21 About Tab NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3 User Manual The About tab displays the current software version information. Governments regulate the channels used...
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... the same wireless parameters. Reload the WG111v3 software, if necessary. • Try to install the wireless adapter in a different USB slot on your wireless adapter. Troubleshooting Tips Use the information below to solve common problems you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase. I cannot connect to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. The wireless adapter is...
... the same wireless parameters. Reload the WG111v3 software, if necessary. • Try to install the wireless adapter in a different USB slot on your wireless adapter. Troubleshooting Tips Use the information below to solve common problems you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase. I cannot connect to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. The wireless adapter is...
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... access point 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 system and it needs to save the...software version installed on your computer, or connect to a different access point. • It does not usually help to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" on page 1-11. This may occur if you close the Smart Wizard. On the Settings tab, fill in your Ad Hoc network are all configured correctly. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3...
... access point 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 system and it needs to save the...software version installed on your computer, or connect to a different access point. • It does not usually help to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" on page 1-11. This may occur if you close the Smart Wizard. On the Settings tab, fill in your Ad Hoc network are all configured correctly. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3...