WN111v2 Installation Guide
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..., put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your wireless connection. If you are no WPS networks, select a wireless network from the CD. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard reveals more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on...Click Install the Software. Insert the Wireless USB Adapter Connect the wireless adapter to continue; Attach the wireless USB adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use WPS to create a secure connection, leave the radio box checked and click Next to a USB port on your ...
..., put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your wireless connection. If you are no WPS networks, select a wireless network from the CD. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard reveals more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on...Click Install the Software. Insert the Wireless USB Adapter Connect the wireless adapter to continue; Attach the wireless USB adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use WPS to create a secure connection, leave the radio box checked and click Next to a USB port on your ...
WN111v2 Product datasheet
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... Mbps Networking • Upgrades your needs. NETGEAR makes no more dropped connections or dead spots • Provides enough bandwidth to support music downloads, file sharing and multimedia applications† • Backward compatible with Wireless-G hotspots • Designed for You? Actual data throughput will vary. RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 Data Sheet 2.4 GHz draft 802.11n...
... Mbps Networking • Upgrades your needs. NETGEAR makes no more dropped connections or dead spots • Provides enough bandwidth to support music downloads, file sharing and multimedia applications† • Backward compatible with Wireless-G hotspots • Designed for You? Actual data throughput will vary. RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 Data Sheet 2.4 GHz draft 802.11n...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WN111v2 has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate...actual data throughput rate. Operation is no guarantee that shipped with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you with your product. If this document without notice. ©...
... reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a particular installation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WN111v2 has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate...actual data throughput rate. Operation is no guarantee that shipped with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you with your product. If this document without notice. ©...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... You Need Before You Begin 1 Verify System Requirements 1 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 2 What Is in the Box ...3 WN111v2 Default Wireless Settings 3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 4 WN111v2 Icon ...4 Smart Wizard Status Bar 5 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 6 Removing the WN111v2 Software 6 Upgrading the WN111v2 Software 7 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 1 Using the Smart...
... You Need Before You Begin 1 Verify System Requirements 1 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 2 What Is in the Box ...3 WN111v2 Default Wireless Settings 3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 4 WN111v2 Icon ...4 Smart Wizard Status Bar 5 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 6 Removing the WN111v2 Software 6 Upgrading the WN111v2 Software 7 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 1 Using the Smart...
WN111v2 User Manual
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...avoid potential sources of free hard disk space. • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of interference, such as the following link to complete the ...=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless-N USB adapter at least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly based on the physical location of the WN111v2 driver software.
...avoid potential sources of free hard disk space. • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of interference, such as the following link to complete the ...=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless-N USB adapter at least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly based on the physical location of the WN111v2 driver software.
WN111v2 User Manual
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... Windows task bar. After you install the WN111v2 software, the icon appears on the desktop and in the right on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of the adapter. The wireless link is color coded to the Internet: • WN111v2 icon. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The WN111v2 has indicators in three locations that show...
... Windows task bar. After you install the WN111v2 software, the icon appears on the desktop and in the right on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of the adapter. The wireless link is color coded to the Internet: • WN111v2 icon. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The WN111v2 has indicators in three locations that show...
WN111v2 User Manual
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..., they can remove the wireless adapter software in power save mode (default from power up or reset). • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for a network. • The wireless-N USB adapter is OK. • Connected to a wireless network, but there is strongest. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter is not plugged in to Internet. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Understanding the Status...
..., they can remove the wireless adapter software in power save mode (default from power up or reset). • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for a network. • The wireless-N USB adapter is OK. • Connected to a wireless network, but there is strongest. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter is not plugged in to Internet. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Understanding the Status...
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... screen prompts. Upgrading the WN111v2 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Remove the WN111v2 software from your computer, and if prompted restart your computer. 5. They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Remove the WN111v2 adapter from your computer. 1-7 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • Select...
... screen prompts. Upgrading the WN111v2 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Remove the WN111v2 software from your computer, and if prompted restart your computer. 5. They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Remove the WN111v2 adapter from your computer. 1-7 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • Select...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... the Resource CD, the icon appears on your computer. This software automatically restarts when you want to use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. T. he status bar shows your area. Click the Networks tab to display the following screen: You can...connection and Internet connection. The Windows system tray is located on the desktop or click it in the Windows system tray. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Using the Smart Wizard to Modify Your Settings These instructions explain how to use the same channel they can ...
... the Resource CD, the icon appears on your computer. This software automatically restarts when you want to use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. T. he status bar shows your area. Click the Networks tab to display the following screen: You can...connection and Internet connection. The Windows system tray is located on the desktop or click it in the Windows system tray. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Using the Smart Wizard to Modify Your Settings These instructions explain how to use the same channel they can ...
WN111v2 User Manual
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NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual The screen shows the following information for each network with the wireless network and security settings. The name assigned to use. The channel determines which operating frequency is the...the SSID field is still displayed. • Channel. Joining a Network During the WN111v2 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. The access point supports wireless N mode. • WPS. Identifies the type of the wireless device broadcasting this information. • Mode. This is used. • N. ...
NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual The screen shows the following information for each network with the wireless network and security settings. The name assigned to use. The channel determines which operating frequency is the...the SSID field is still displayed. • Channel. Joining a Network During the WN111v2 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. The access point supports wireless N mode. • WPS. Identifies the type of the wireless device broadcasting this information. • Mode. This is used. • N. ...
WN111v2 User Manual
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..., as described in this section. The NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 only supports WPS on page 2-2). • Starting with the router or access point. Log in the software. You can use the wireless-N USB adapter's PIN. 2-5 v1.0, May 2008 This is set up the wireless settings of the following: - Connect during initial installation. The wireless-N USB adapter detects all access points and routers...
..., as described in this section. The NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 only supports WPS on page 2-2). • Starting with the router or access point. Log in the software. You can use the wireless-N USB adapter's PIN. 2-5 v1.0, May 2008 This is set up the wireless settings of the following: - Connect during initial installation. The wireless-N USB adapter detects all access points and routers...
WN111v2 User Manual
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...to the Internet, or check for the profile. Enter the network settings. c. To use the profile, click Apply. 5. a. Verify wireless connectivity to your computers.See the link to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:" in Appendix B. 2-10 v1.0, May 2008 Note:... Windows client and file and print sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly on your network. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-8 2. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select a network or enter the SSID. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual 1. Use a browser to connect...
...to the Internet, or check for the profile. Enter the network settings. c. To use the profile, click Apply. 5. a. Verify wireless connectivity to your computers.See the link to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:" in Appendix B. 2-10 v1.0, May 2008 Note:... Windows client and file and print sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly on your network. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-8 2. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select a network or enter the SSID. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual 1. Use a browser to connect...
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... is configured with the ping program: a. Configure the computer network settings. Note: If you cannot connect, see "Removing the WN111v2 Software" in Appendix B. 2-12 v1.0, May 2008 Verify wireless connectivity between your computers. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual b. Assuming the target PC is established. Click Apply, then click Close to exit the Smart Wizard, or click...
... is configured with the ping program: a. Configure the computer network settings. Note: If you cannot connect, see "Removing the WN111v2 Software" in Appendix B. 2-12 v1.0, May 2008 Verify wireless connectivity between your computers. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual b. Assuming the target PC is established. Click Apply, then click Close to exit the Smart Wizard, or click...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... keys. These values are two methods for creating WEP data encryption keys. a. Make sure that the WN111v2 software is installed and the wireless-N USB adapter is configured in the access point. Configure the Security settings. WEP encryption key size. There are not... one: 64-bit or 128-bit. Passphrase These characters are case-sensitive. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual - The encryption key size must match the wireless network settings. - Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method. • Manual method. In the Profile field...
... keys. These values are two methods for creating WEP data encryption keys. a. Make sure that the WN111v2 software is installed and the wireless-N USB adapter is configured in the access point. Configure the Security settings. WEP encryption key size. There are not... one: 64-bit or 128-bit. Passphrase These characters are case-sensitive. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual - The encryption key size must match the wireless network settings. - Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method. • Manual method. In the Profile field...
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... Apply, and then click Close to configure WEP encryption security: 1. Make sure that the WN111v2 software is installed and the wireless-N USB adapter is configured in this profile. a. Setting Up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to exit the Smart Wizard. a. a. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual c. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select the network, or enter...
... Apply, and then click Close to configure WEP encryption security: 1. Make sure that the WN111v2 software is installed and the wireless-N USB adapter is configured in this profile. a. Setting Up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to exit the Smart Wizard. a. a. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual c. In the Network Name (SSID) field, select the network, or enter...
WN111v2 User Manual
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...Setup" in the Status Bar shows that I cannot connect to install the WN111v2 in a different USB slot on your RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2. The WN111v2 is not connected to the USB port correctly or the WN111v2 software is WEP protected (either 64- The LED blinks, but is trying ... the following information to wireless networks and the Internet, see if the WN111v2 is available. The connection status in Chapter 1. The WN111v2 is unsuccessful. • The router might still be powered on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. bit encryption...
...Setup" in the Status Bar shows that I cannot connect to install the WN111v2 in a different USB slot on your RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2. The WN111v2 is not connected to the USB port correctly or the WN111v2 software is WEP protected (either 64- The LED blinks, but is trying ... the following information to wireless networks and the Internet, see if the WN111v2 is available. The connection status in Chapter 1. The WN111v2 is unsuccessful. • The router might still be powered on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support. bit encryption...
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... not have an older software version installed on your system and it needs to be a physical layer problem or a network configuration problem. 1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action Throughput is limited to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable or enable the wireless-N USB adapter. 4-2 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Table 4-1. The RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 can occur if...
... not have an older software version installed on your system and it needs to be a physical layer problem or a network configuration problem. 1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action Throughput is limited to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable or enable the wireless-N USB adapter. 4-2 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Table 4-1. The RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 can occur if...