WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... occur in use. This device must maintain a distance of at preventing radio interference in the operating instructions. When used in a residential installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Tested to part 15 of the FCC Rules. To comply with part 15 of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the standards set by the...
... occur in use. This device must maintain a distance of at preventing radio interference in the operating instructions. When used in a residential installation. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Tested to part 15 of the FCC Rules. To comply with part 15 of exceeding the FCC radio frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the standards set by the...
WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in the Box? ...2 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here 3 Chapter 2 Basic Setup What You Will Need Before You Begin 7 Verify System Requirements 7 Observe Location and Range Guidelines 8 Two Basic Operating Modes 8 WG511 Default Wireless Configuration Settings 9 Basic Installation Instructions 10 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG511 10 For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG511 14 WG511 Wireless Connection...
... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 1 What's in the Box? ...2 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here 3 Chapter 2 Basic Setup What You Will Need Before You Begin 7 Verify System Requirements 7 Observe Location and Range Guidelines 8 Two Basic Operating Modes 8 WG511 Default Wireless Configuration Settings 9 Basic Installation Instructions 10 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG511 10 For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG511 14 WG511 Wireless Connection...
WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 gives you ultimate mobility in Infrastructure mode. • 54 Mbps high speed data transfer. It is far, the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate at up to 54 Mbps for sharing your broadband cable or DSL Internet access among multiple PCs in and around your office or while you create a wireless network for maximum throughput or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due...
... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 gives you ultimate mobility in Infrastructure mode. • 54 Mbps high speed data transfer. It is far, the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate at up to 54 Mbps for sharing your broadband cable or DSL Internet access among multiple PCs in and around your office or while you create a wireless network for maximum throughput or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due...
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... the following Netgear products can be configured to any of data encryption using128-bit Shared Key WEP data encryption method. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - Installation Guide for repair. The PCMCIA Type II connector connects to communicate with the WG511 Wireless PC Card. • WG602 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • WGR614 Wireless Cable/DSL Router • WAB102 Dual Band Access Point • WAB501 Dual Band PC Card • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MR314...
... the following Netgear products can be configured to any of data encryption using128-bit Shared Key WEP data encryption method. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - Installation Guide for repair. The PCMCIA Type II connector connects to communicate with the WG511 Wireless PC Card. • WG602 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • WGR614 Wireless Cable/DSL Router • WAB102 Dual Band Access Point • WAB501 Dual Band PC Card • MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter • ME102 802.11b Wireless Access Point • MA311 802.11b Wireless PCI Adapter • MR314...
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... 2, Basic Setup and follow the instructions provided. For guidelines about wireless networking technology, please see 2. Wireless technology has removed one of networking. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 with other computers and using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. General networking concepts, set up the 1. What's Needed? Connect to the picture. A Road Map for a general introduction. operating range of the wireless network. To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using wireless networks, the table...
... 2, Basic Setup and follow the instructions provided. For guidelines about wireless networking technology, please see 2. Wireless technology has removed one of networking. NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 with other computers and using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. General networking concepts, set up the 1. What's Needed? Connect to the picture. A Road Map for a general introduction. operating range of the wireless network. To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using wireless networks, the table...
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... the Internet service provider Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 4. Any wireless networking security features you are in addition to the requirements Tutorial on page 3-28 and configure your WG511 accordingly. network connection. 2. Assure that supports WEP encryption, such as banks and online merchants use WEP security features, please see B"Authentication and WEP" on page 2-10, and locate the section for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Table 1-1. A wireless network with configuring the TCP/IP Internet software on a PC, please see 2"Basic Installation Instructions...
... the Internet service provider Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 4. Any wireless networking security features you are in addition to the requirements Tutorial on page 3-28 and configure your WG511 accordingly. network connection. 2. Assure that supports WEP encryption, such as banks and online merchants use WEP security features, please see B"Authentication and WEP" on page 2-10, and locate the section for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Table 1-1. A wireless network with configuring the TCP/IP Internet software on a PC, please see 2"Basic Installation Instructions...
WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... computer in Windows Workgroup or Domain settings as Windows networking, refer to the files you are using to connect to the wireless network needs to be enabled for How to Get There From Here ... Use the 1. Use the Windows network or for PC Card WG511 Resource CD Windows sharing particular files must be configured with the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing. 2. Windows Domain settings are usually managed by individuals who want login user name/ password PC Networking Tutorial on the...
... computer in Windows Workgroup or Domain settings as Windows networking, refer to the files you are using to connect to the wireless network needs to be enabled for How to Get There From Here ... Use the 1. Use the Windows network or for PC Card WG511 Resource CD Windows sharing particular files must be configured with the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing. 2. Windows Domain settings are usually managed by individuals who want login user name/ password PC Networking Tutorial on the...
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... the File 4. What's Needed? wired network. network printer 3. Any Windows networking from the security access rights such as notebook PC login user name/ password For assistance with the version of an networking is being used, the you are using to wirelessly connect to add combined wireless and wired access a network. Microsoft Word, use the Print Setup feature to direct your print output to the PC Networking Tutorial on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Resource CD and the Help information provided the Windows system...
... the File 4. What's Needed? wired network. network printer 3. Any Windows networking from the security access rights such as notebook PC login user name/ password For assistance with the version of an networking is being used, the you are using to wirelessly connect to add combined wireless and wired access a network. Microsoft Word, use the Print Setup feature to direct your print output to the PC Networking Tutorial on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Resource CD and the Help information provided the Windows system...
WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... the WLAN where you will connect before you can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of the WG511 driver software. Basic Setup 2-7 Deploy the security features appropriate to your network. Advanced wireless network configuration is important to take appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. Chapter 2 Basic Setup This section describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 and set up basic wireless connectivity on page 3-28 in this manual...
... the WLAN where you will connect before you can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of the WG511 driver software. Basic Setup 2-7 Deploy the security features appropriate to your network. Advanced wireless network configuration is important to take appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. Chapter 2 Basic Setup This section describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 and set up basic wireless connectivity on page 3-28 in this manual...
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... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511. Infrastructure configuration procedures for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Observe Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks indoors at a range which devices and computers communicate with each other by first going through walls. For example, this mode is used when computers in a house connect to an Access Point that is used when two Windows computers are configured with each other , without the use...
... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511. Infrastructure configuration procedures for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Observe Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks indoors at a range which devices and computers communicate with each other by first going through walls. For example, this mode is used when computers in a house connect to an Access Point that is used when two Windows computers are configured with each other , without the use...
WG511v1 Reference Manual
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... version of Windows you are : • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): NETGEAR Note: In order for the WG511 Wireless PC Card to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID). • Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc): Infrastructure • Data security WEP encryption: Disabled The section below provide step-by-step installation instructions for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 WG511 Default Wireless Configuration Settings If this is a new wireless network installation...
... version of Windows you are : • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): NETGEAR Note: In order for the WG511 Wireless PC Card to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID). • Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc): Infrastructure • Data security WEP encryption: Disabled The section below provide step-by-step installation instructions for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 WG511 Default Wireless Configuration Settings If this is a new wireless network installation...
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Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below that corresponds to the version of the CD and double-click on your notebook, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. a. b. The CD index WG511 Resource CD page shown at the right will load. Note: If this page. instructions for the WG511 into...
Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below that corresponds to the version of the CD and double-click on your notebook, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. a. b. The CD index WG511 Resource CD page shown at the right will load. Note: If this page. instructions for the WG511 into...
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... to which you will connect. b. Windows XP Network Connection Alert Note: This procedure assumes your wireless network is more than one to open the network options menu. If there is not using WEP security. a. Click on the "Allow me to connect to display this is not secure" check box. To view WEP settings help, click the Advanced button and click the "Learn about..." Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Configure your WG511 accordingly...
... to which you will connect. b. Windows XP Network Connection Alert Note: This procedure assumes your wireless network is more than one to open the network options menu. If there is not using WEP security. a. Click on the "Allow me to connect to display this is not secure" check box. To view WEP settings help, click the Advanced button and click the "Learn about..." Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Configure your WG511 accordingly...
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... card is enabled (the default), only these two tab pages appear. To use the full Netgear utility, please see "Basic Troubleshooting Tips" on page 2-20. b. Basic Setup 2-13 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Verify wireless connectivity to your wireless network. Note: If you are unable to connect, see "Understanding the Configuration Options" on the icon in . • Blinking for the LINK LED indicates a good connection. Note: When the Windows XP wireless configuraton utility is turned...
... card is enabled (the default), only these two tab pages appear. To use the full Netgear utility, please see "Basic Troubleshooting Tips" on page 2-20. b. Basic Setup 2-13 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Verify wireless connectivity to your wireless network. Note: If you are unable to connect, see "Understanding the Configuration Options" on the icon in . • Blinking for the LINK LED indicates a good connection. Note: When the Windows XP wireless configuraton utility is turned...
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...54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511. Note: The key number as well as the key value used in the wireless network access point but rather if the key is used to automatically generate the WEP hexadecimal numbers for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 The procedures below identify how to configure the WEP encryption settings of your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below to manually enter the hexadecimal numbers. Wireless network name (SSID WEP Security Encryption key: The default WEP encryption key number is 1, and the default key size is the default WG511 wireless...
...54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511. Note: The key number as well as the key value used in the wireless network access point but rather if the key is used to automatically generate the WEP hexadecimal numbers for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 The procedures below identify how to configure the WEP encryption settings of your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below to manually enter the hexadecimal numbers. Wireless network name (SSID WEP Security Encryption key: The default WEP encryption key number is 1, and the default key size is the default WG511 wireless...
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... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 2. Installation Guide for all the wireless devices in the network. Check the Create with Passphrase radio button and enter the passphrase. Be sure to take effect. 3-32 Configuration The Default Key setting must manually enter the keys to match exactly what is in the access point and the other 802.11b wireless devices. 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you must match what is set in the access point and other 802.11 wireless devices. 5. Note...
... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 2. Installation Guide for all the wireless devices in the network. Check the Create with Passphrase radio button and enter the passphrase. Be sure to take effect. 3-32 Configuration The Default Key setting must manually enter the keys to match exactly what is in the access point and the other 802.11b wireless devices. 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you must match what is set in the access point and other 802.11 wireless devices. 5. Note...
WG511v1 Installation Guide
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... must read the Windows XP documentation for each notebook PC. blinking indicates the WG511 has a connection and is transmitting or receiving data. c. 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Installation Guide Installation Guide Follow these quick steps to install your WG511 These basic setup instructions assume that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility reports the speed of your connection. 54 Mbps speed is only possible when your wireless network has a 54 Mbps access point such as needed. Insert the...
... must read the Windows XP documentation for each notebook PC. blinking indicates the WG511 has a connection and is transmitting or receiving data. c. 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 Installation Guide Installation Guide Follow these quick steps to install your WG511 These basic setup instructions assume that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility reports the speed of your connection. 54 Mbps speed is only possible when your wireless network has a 54 Mbps access point such as needed. Insert the...
WG511v1 Installation Guide
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... NETGEAR, Inc. The CD main page shown below will now see the Troubleshooting Chapter of your connection. 54 Mbps speed is transmitting or receiving data. Attention: This device may apply in the Windows system tray. b. Next, you want. Verify connectivity to continue the installation. Follow the Found New Hardware Wizard steps, click Finish when done, and if prompted, restart your wireless network has a 54 Mbps access point such as needed...
... NETGEAR, Inc. The CD main page shown below will now see the Troubleshooting Chapter of your connection. 54 Mbps speed is transmitting or receiving data. Attention: This device may apply in the Windows system tray. b. Next, you want. Verify connectivity to continue the installation. Follow the Found New Hardware Wizard steps, click Finish when done, and if prompted, restart your wireless network has a 54 Mbps access point such as needed...
WG511v1 Product datasheet
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.... NETGEAR's intuitive Install Wizard makes driver installation a cinch. Use it in your wireless network communications are , at home, at the office, at speeds of industry-standard WEP encryption: 128-bit for wireless network access from home, the office, the airport, and other public access areas, this versatile PC card offers speeds up to 54 Mbps. Easy to set up and use, it ! W G 5 11 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card 32-bit CardBus • Help is there when you need it auto-selects the best available connection and adapts the settings to match. NETGEAR...
.... NETGEAR's intuitive Install Wizard makes driver installation a cinch. Use it in your wireless network communications are , at home, at the office, at speeds of industry-standard WEP encryption: 128-bit for wireless network access from home, the office, the airport, and other public access areas, this versatile PC card offers speeds up to 54 Mbps. Easy to set up and use, it ! W G 5 11 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card 32-bit CardBus • Help is there when you need it auto-selects the best available connection and adapts the settings to match. NETGEAR...
WG511v1 Product datasheet
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... NETGEAR logo, The Gear Guy, Everybody's connecting and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in ) • Weight: - 40 g (1.41 oz) • Electromagnetic Compliance: FCC Part 15 Sub Class B • Warranty: - D-WG511-3 Internet POWER CABLE STATUS ETHERNET USB Broadband Cable Modem Cable/DSL Modem FVS318 VPN Firewall Router Notebook PC with WG511 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card Notebook PC with WAB511 802.11a/b Dual Band Wireless PC Card WG602 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Notebook PC with MA521 802.11b Wireless PC Card Desktop PC...
... NETGEAR logo, The Gear Guy, Everybody's connecting and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in ) • Weight: - 40 g (1.41 oz) • Electromagnetic Compliance: FCC Part 15 Sub Class B • Warranty: - D-WG511-3 Internet POWER CABLE STATUS ETHERNET USB Broadband Cable Modem Cable/DSL Modem FVS318 VPN Firewall Router Notebook PC with WG511 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card Notebook PC with WAB511 802.11a/b Dual Band Wireless PC Card WG602 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point Notebook PC with MA521 802.11b Wireless PC Card Desktop PC...