WN111v1 Installation Guide
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...security not enabled. Connect the USB cable to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at the bottom of your wireless connection. You will connect to the router is OK but the Network Name (SSID) is blank. b. The WN111 icon appears in Mega bits per second. b. Connection status Identifies the status of the Settings page. Now, connect the wireless USB adapter. a. Click Install the Software. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ Next...
...security not enabled. Connect the USB cable to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at the bottom of your wireless connection. You will connect to the router is OK but the Network Name (SSID) is blank. b. The WN111 icon appears in Mega bits per second. b. Connection status Identifies the status of the Settings page. Now, connect the wireless USB adapter. a. Click Install the Software. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ Next...
WN111v1 Installation Guide
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...; 2007 by NETGEAR, Inc. July, 2007 Technical Support After completing the Smart Wizard configuration assistant, locate the serial number on the bottom label of your PC monitor nearest your wireless access point, if you can use the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception. Registration on the website or over the phone is subject to change without notice. The wireless USB adapter comes with the...
...; 2007 by NETGEAR, Inc. July, 2007 Technical Support After completing the Smart Wizard configuration assistant, locate the serial number on the bottom label of your PC monitor nearest your wireless access point, if you can use the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception. Registration on the website or over the phone is subject to change without notice. The wireless USB adapter comes with the...
WN111v1 Product datasheet
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... connects with RangeMax Next Wireless-N routers (WNR834B/M, WNR854T Gigabit version) and RangeMax Next Wireless-N Modem Router (DG834N) Physical Specifications - Advanced product features and configurations are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Available USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 slot - IEEE 802.11n draft specification, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g 2.4 GHz Security - Information is subject to secure networks simple and fast Warranty - Smart Wizard® simplifies setup and Touchless WiFi Security makes connecting to support file sharing, MP3 downloads...
... connects with RangeMax Next Wireless-N routers (WNR834B/M, WNR854T Gigabit version) and RangeMax Next Wireless-N Modem Router (DG834N) Physical Specifications - Advanced product features and configurations are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Available USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 slot - IEEE 802.11n draft specification, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g 2.4 GHz Security - Information is subject to secure networks simple and fast Warranty - Smart Wizard® simplifies setup and Touchless WiFi Security makes connecting to support file sharing, MP3 downloads...
WN111v1 User Manual
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...devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to radio frequency waves. This model...følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to provide maximum shielding. iii v1.0,...
...devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to radio frequency waves. This model...følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is subject to provide maximum shielding. iii v1.0,...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... WN111 Default Wireless Settings 1-3 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-9 WN111 Icon Colors 1-9 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-10 WN111 LED ...1-11 Placing the USB Adapter Cradle 1-11 Removing the WN111 Software 1-12 Upgrading the WN111 Software 1-13 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard 2-2 Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-2 Joining a Network ...2-4 Using WPS to Connect to a Wireless Network 2-4 Manually Selecting a Wireless Network 2-9 Profiles...
... WN111 Default Wireless Settings 1-3 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-9 WN111 Icon Colors 1-9 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-10 WN111 LED ...1-11 Placing the USB Adapter Cradle 1-11 Removing the WN111 Software 1-12 Upgrading the WN111 Software 1-13 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard 2-2 Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-2 Joining a Network ...2-4 Using WPS to Connect to a Wireless Network 2-4 Manually Selecting a Wireless Network 2-9 Profiles...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111, please make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of free hard disk space. 1-1 v1.0, December 2007 It is covered in Chapter 2. Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set up basic wireless connectivity on your network from unauthorized access. Advanced wireless network set...
... a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111, please make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of free hard disk space. 1-1 v1.0, December 2007 It is covered in Chapter 2. Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set up basic wireless connectivity on your network from unauthorized access. Advanced wireless network set...
WN111v1 User Manual
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...Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless USB adapter at least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range which fixes the USB 2.0 Host controller driver. However, if the walls are between the devices. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - Computers can communicate through walls. For best results, avoid potential sources of the WN111 driver software. Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial - PC Networking Tutorial 1-2 v1.0, December 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows...
...Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless USB adapter at least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range which fixes the USB 2.0 Host controller driver. However, if the walls are between the devices. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - Computers can communicate through walls. For best results, avoid potential sources of the WN111 driver software. Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial - PC Networking Tutorial 1-2 v1.0, December 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows...
WN111v1 User Manual
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...; Data security WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK encryption: Disabled Installation To install the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter: 1. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you will need to return the product for the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the factory default settings to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • Warranty and Support information card...
...; Data security WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK encryption: Disabled Installation To install the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter: 1. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you will need to return the product for the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the factory default settings to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • Warranty and Support information card...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... Smart Wizard. Click Next to Step b. Use the Smart Wizard to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter either with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to set up your wireless USB adapter...
... Smart Wizard. Click Next to Step b. Use the Smart Wizard to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter either with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to set up your wireless USB adapter...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... Smart Wizard. The wireless USB adapter The wireless USB adapter has established good has a connection with an access point and the signal quality is 480 Mbps. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is wireless node. The status bar at the bottom of the connection. • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on the desktop and in the Windows System Tray. The LED blinks when the wireless USB adapter is better. The wireless link...
... Smart Wizard. The wireless USB adapter The wireless USB adapter has established good has a connection with an access point and the signal quality is 480 Mbps. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is wireless node. The status bar at the bottom of the connection. • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on the desktop and in the Windows System Tray. The LED blinks when the wireless USB adapter is better. The wireless link...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... router is strongest. If many wireless networks in isolating a problem. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". Click Join a Network to open the Smart Wizard so you are connected to a router, but there is located at the bottom of your area use the same channel they can view the status bar. The status bar is a problem with a high-speed router or access point, and a high-speed Internet connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open the Connection Wizard...
... router is strongest. If many wireless networks in isolating a problem. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". Click Join a Network to open the Smart Wizard so you are connected to a router, but there is located at the bottom of your area use the same channel they can view the status bar. The status bar is a problem with a high-speed router or access point, and a high-speed Internet connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open the Connection Wizard...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard will be disabled and you will need to setup the wireless adapter with network. Associated or joined with Vista Auto configuration. Locate the one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Looking for better USB Adapter placement on the middle of wireless link LED Off Blink On Meaning • The WN111 in not plugged in the following figure. The RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter comes with...
... check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard will be disabled and you will need to setup the wireless adapter with network. Associated or joined with Vista Auto configuration. Locate the one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Looking for better USB Adapter placement on the middle of wireless link LED Off Blink On Meaning • The WN111 in not plugged in the following figure. The RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter comes with...
WN111v1 User Manual
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NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Upgrading the WN111 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Remove the WN111 adapter from your computer, and if prompted restart your computer. v1.0, December 2007 1-13 To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Download the upgrade from your computer. 4. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, then restart your laptop computer. 5. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. They will...
NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Upgrading the WN111 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Remove the WN111 adapter from your computer, and if prompted restart your computer. v1.0, December 2007 1-13 To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Download the upgrade from your computer. 4. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, then restart your laptop computer. 5. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. They will...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... the wireless adapter software. Use the icon to : • View details about wireless networks: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Networks tab to view all available wireless networks in your area. To view information about wireless networks in your area. • Connect securely to an access point or router through Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) • Choose the network that you want to use set of tools to open...
... the wireless adapter software. Use the icon to : • View details about wireless networks: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Networks tab to view all available wireless networks in your area. To view information about wireless networks in your area. • Connect securely to an access point or router through Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) • Choose the network that you want to use set of tools to open...
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... a network. After installation you prefer to manually select a network, see the "Using WPS to Connect to enable WPS with the access point or router. 2-4 v1.0, December 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • MAC Address. Identifies the hardware address (MAC Address) of the wireless device broadcasting this page. • If none of wireless network - To enable WPS, push an actual push button or push dome on this information. • Mode. This is associated with a client such as the WN111: • Push Button Configuration (PBC...
... a network. After installation you prefer to manually select a network, see the "Using WPS to Connect to enable WPS with the access point or router. 2-4 v1.0, December 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • MAC Address. Identifies the hardware address (MAC Address) of the wireless device broadcasting this page. • If none of wireless network - To enable WPS, push an actual push button or push dome on this information. • Mode. This is associated with a client such as the WN111: • Push Button Configuration (PBC...
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... To manually join a network in the network supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), the Smart Wizard presents different screens to open the Smart Wizard. Then, select a network. 2-9 v1.0, December 2007 If you use . On the status bar, click Join a Network. After installation you can also click the Networks tab on whether or not a wireless access point or router in which a wireless access point or router supports WPS: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Manually Selecting a Wireless Network During the WN111 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the...
... To manually join a network in the network supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), the Smart Wizard presents different screens to open the Smart Wizard. Then, select a network. 2-9 v1.0, December 2007 If you use . On the status bar, click Join a Network. After installation you can also click the Networks tab on whether or not a wireless access point or router in which a wireless access point or router supports WPS: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Manually Selecting a Wireless Network During the WN111 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the...
WN111v1 User Manual
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.... You cannot change this more information on wireless network modes, see the wireless reference document at the time. Adding Profiles You can create a profile for each wireless network. Connect to an access point or router with the 802.11 ad hoc mode. Connect directly to another computer with the 802.11 infrastructure mode. • Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc). NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Profiles The WN111 Smart Wizard uses profiles to...
.... You cannot change this more information on wireless network modes, see the wireless reference document at the time. Adding Profiles You can create a profile for each wireless network. Connect to an access point or router with the 802.11 ad hoc mode. Connect directly to another computer with the 802.11 infrastructure mode. • Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc). NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Profiles The WN111 Smart Wizard uses profiles to...
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... before you use data encryption security, the data broadcast over the wireless link is a unique 48-bit hardware address assigned to connect. However, unless you would be allowed to every network interface card. Advanced Settings The default advanced settings usually work fine. The version and release date of the adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • MAC Address. The Advanced Settings screen displays: Figure 2-26 2-24 v1.0, December 2007 The IP address assigned to your network. The Media Access Control address is fully...
... before you use data encryption security, the data broadcast over the wireless link is a unique 48-bit hardware address assigned to connect. However, unless you would be allowed to every network interface card. Advanced Settings The default advanced settings usually work fine. The version and release date of the adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual • MAC Address. The Advanced Settings screen displays: Figure 2-26 2-24 v1.0, December 2007 The IP address assigned to your network. The Media Access Control address is fully...
WN111v1 User Manual
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... the USB port properly or the WN111 software is not loaded. • Remove and reinsert the WN111. • Check the Windows device manager to see "Basic Setup" in a different USB slot on your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. For information about troubleshooting your system if one is available. Table 4-1. I cannot connect to the knowledge base on . • Or, the access point and the WN111 are not configured...
... the USB port properly or the WN111 software is not loaded. • Remove and reinsert the WN111. • Check the Windows device manager to see "Basic Setup" in a different USB slot on your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. For information about troubleshooting your system if one is available. Table 4-1. I cannot connect to the knowledge base on . • Or, the access point and the WN111 are not configured...
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... Windows XP Update Service might not be able to connect to remove the update. 3. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly You must click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you start an Ad Hoc network: 1. Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems Windows XP users who apply Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485 from the Add or Remove Program utility in your computer and rerun the Smart Display Setup Wizard. Click Windows...
... Windows XP Update Service might not be able to connect to remove the update. 3. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly You must click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you start an Ad Hoc network: 1. Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems Windows XP users who apply Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485 from the Add or Remove Program utility in your computer and rerun the Smart Display Setup Wizard. Click Windows...