WN111v2 Installation Guide
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... list, but the Network Name (SSID) is available. For Windows configuration utilities, see the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on which Windows operating system you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. Click Next to continue; Connect to an access point or wireless router. One or more information about each network and makes it . • If...
... list, but the Network Name (SSID) is available. For Windows configuration utilities, see the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on which Windows operating system you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. Click Next to continue; Connect to an access point or wireless router. One or more information about each network and makes it . • If...
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... the country where the device is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a USB port on the middle of your wireless adapter, refer to the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the bottom label of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle. 2. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there...
... the country where the device is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a USB port on the middle of your wireless adapter, refer to the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the bottom label of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle. 2. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there...
WN111v2 Product datasheet
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... Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-N Routers Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections - RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 Data Sheet 2.4 GHz draft 802.11n Experience the Next Generation - no express or implied representations or warranties about this product's compatibility with Wireless-G hotspots • Designed for You? Actual data throughput will vary. Which...
... Smart Wizard® installation software • Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-N Routers Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections - RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 Data Sheet 2.4 GHz draft 802.11n Experience the Next Generation - no express or implied representations or warranties about this product's compatibility with Wireless-G hotspots • Designed for You? Actual data throughput will vary. Which...
WN111v2 Product datasheet
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... computer to upgrade it to 50% when used with legacy 802.11b/g wireless routers Standards - Warranty/support information card NETGEAR Related Products - RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router - RangeMax Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 What is subject to operating conditions D-WN111-1 Smart Wizard® simplifies setup and Touchless WiFi Security makes connecting to secure networks simple and fast Warranty - The small form factor...
... computer to upgrade it to 50% when used with legacy 802.11b/g wireless routers Standards - Warranty/support information card NETGEAR Related Products - RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router - RangeMax Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 What is subject to operating conditions D-WN111-1 Smart Wizard® simplifies setup and Touchless WiFi Security makes connecting to secure networks simple and fast Warranty - The small form factor...
WN111v2 User Manual
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• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR WN111v2 has been tested for assistance FCC... Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) This ...
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR WN111v2 has been tested for assistance FCC... Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to the following two conditions: (1) This ...
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...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16 Smart Wizard Statistics and Advanced Settings 18 Monitoring Statistics 18 About Your Smart Wizard 19 Advanced Settings ...20 Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance Optimizing Wireless ...Performance 1 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 2 SOHO Networking Technologies 3 Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements 4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...1 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 3 Windows XP Occasional Connection...
NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16 Smart Wizard Statistics and Advanced Settings 18 Monitoring Statistics 18 About Your Smart Wizard 19 Advanced Settings ...20 Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance Optimizing Wireless ...Performance 1 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 2 SOHO Networking Technologies 3 Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements 4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...1 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 3 Windows XP Occasional Connection...
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..., computers can easily connect to secure your wireless-N USB adapter and on page 2-13. The wireless-N USB adapter provides highly effective security features, which is covered in "About Wireless Security" on the Resource CD. Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2, make sure that port's maximum speed, which are described in the Installation Guide for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2, provided with...
..., computers can easily connect to secure your wireless-N USB adapter and on page 2-13. The wireless-N USB adapter provides highly effective security features, which is covered in "About Wireless Security" on the Resource CD. Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2, make sure that port's maximum speed, which are described in the Installation Guide for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2, provided with...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Go to the following : • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the wireless router or ...Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. Computers can communicate through walls. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of the WN111v2 driver software. For best results, avoid potential sources of the computer with concrete, or...
... fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Go to the following : • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the wireless router or ...Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. Computers can communicate through walls. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of the WN111v2 driver software. For best results, avoid potential sources of the computer with concrete, or...
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... RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2...
... RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... opens the Smart Wizard. Clicking on the Windows task bar. 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 the status of the connection. The WN111v2 icon will change colors depending on one end of your wireless link. Also, look for possible interference such as closer to...
... opens the Smart Wizard. Clicking on the Windows task bar. 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 the status of the connection. The WN111v2 icon will change colors depending on one end of your wireless link. Also, look for possible interference such as closer to...
WN111v2 User Manual
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... rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-3 The following figure. If you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. The status bar is one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Identifies which wireless network ... status bar. Figure 1-1 In Vista, there is located at the bottom of the Settings tab. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual If you right-click theWN111v2 icon in the following table describes how to open network without...
... rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-3 The following figure. If you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. The status bar is one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Identifies which wireless network ... status bar. Figure 1-1 In Vista, there is located at the bottom of the Settings tab. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual If you right-click theWN111v2 icon in the following table describes how to open network without...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Data rate Signal strength Join a Network Connection status The wireless channel used by the network. The wireless Internet connection is sending or receiving data. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to Internet. See the online...
NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Data rate Signal strength Join a Network Connection status The wireless channel used by the network. The wireless Internet connection is sending or receiving data. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to Internet. See the online...
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... to use your Wireless-N USB Adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to configure my wireless settings check box. 2-1 v1.0, May 2008 If you chose the Windows XP or Windows Vista Zero Configuration utility during installation, and now you are working with the Vista configuration utility, see the NETGEAR online application note...
... to use your Wireless-N USB Adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to configure my wireless settings check box. 2-1 v1.0, May 2008 If you chose the Windows XP or Windows Vista Zero Configuration utility during installation, and now you are working with the Vista configuration utility, see the NETGEAR online application note...
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... to view all available wireless networks in your desktop and in the system tray at any time, to search for your wireless-N USB adapter. • Save your...wireless networks: 1. If many networks use the NETGEAR WN111v2 Smart Wizard to change the wireless-N USB adapter wireless settings. he status bar shows your computer. 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 interfere with each other. When you reboot your network connection and Internet connection...
... to view all available wireless networks in your desktop and in the system tray at any time, to search for your wireless-N USB adapter. • Save your...wireless networks: 1. If many networks use the NETGEAR WN111v2 Smart Wizard to change the wireless-N USB adapter wireless settings. he status bar shows your computer. 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 interfere with each other. When you reboot your network connection and Internet connection...
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... - Identifies the type of the communications. • MAC Address. Connect to a wireless network. Joining a Network During the WN111v2 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. Identifies the hardware address (MAC address) of the Networks tab are: • Help. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual The screen shows the following information for each network with the...
... - Identifies the type of the communications. • MAC Address. Connect to a wireless network. Joining a Network During the WN111v2 software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. Identifies the hardware address (MAC address) of the Networks tab are: • Help. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual The screen shows the following information for each network with the...
WN111v2 User Manual
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...Setup (WPS) standard (for the access point or router and the wireless-N USB adapter. To connect without using WPS, select No, and click Next. 3. You can use the status bar to a Wireless Network An access point or router that WPS is not a new... in "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to create a profile. 5. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual 1. Follow the steps of the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to a Wireless Network". WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and wireless security for more information, see...
...Setup (WPS) standard (for the access point or router and the wireless-N USB adapter. To connect without using WPS, select No, and click Next. 3. You can use the status bar to a Wireless Network An access point or router that WPS is not a new... in "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to create a profile. 5. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual 1. Follow the steps of the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to a Wireless Network". WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and wireless security for more information, see...
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... [AES] using the WPS procedures described in this section. If you connect your wireless-N USB adapter and on the Resource CD. - The wireless-N USB adapter detects all access points and routers provide a push button. • PIN entry. You can use the wireless-N USB adapter's PIN. 2-5 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual If an access point or router in the Smart Wizard...
... [AES] using the WPS procedures described in this section. If you connect your wireless-N USB adapter and on the Resource CD. - The wireless-N USB adapter detects all access points and routers provide a push button. • PIN entry. You can use the wireless-N USB adapter's PIN. 2-5 v1.0, May 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual If an access point or router in the Smart Wizard...
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...point or router that you have selected. 5. The Smart Wizard initiates your network connection. The adapter detects a network with WPS: Figure 2-4 2. Log in to use WPS, and then click Next. 3. From the router's main menu, select Add WPS Client. On the...Client screen. 7. Within 2 minutes, return to use the Status Bar to a Wireless Access Point or Router To join a network using a push button: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Using a WPS Push Button to Connect to verify your wireless connection. 8. On the status bar, click Join a Network.
...point or router that you have selected. 5. The Smart Wizard initiates your network connection. The adapter detects a network with WPS: Figure 2-4 2. Log in to use WPS, and then click Next. 3. From the router's main menu, select Add WPS Client. On the...Client screen. 7. Within 2 minutes, return to use the Status Bar to a Wireless Access Point or Router To join a network using a push button: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Using a WPS Push Button to Connect to verify your wireless connection. 8. On the status bar, click Join a Network.
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... of the wireless-N USB adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Generating a PIN to Connect to a Wireless Access Point or Router There are two ways to enable the wireless-N USB adapter to join a wireless network: using the wireless-N USB adapter's security PIN (the wireless-N USB adapter can generate a PIN to connect to open the Smart Wizard of the following: • To use a PIN, select No, and then click Next, then do...
... of the wireless-N USB adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual Generating a PIN to Connect to a Wireless Access Point or Router There are two ways to enable the wireless-N USB adapter to join a wireless network: using the wireless-N USB adapter's security PIN (the wireless-N USB adapter can generate a PIN to connect to open the Smart Wizard of the following: • To use a PIN, select No, and then click Next, then do...