WN121T Installation Guide
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... "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at the bottom of the cable on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. c. a. Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. These networks are connected to the Internet, click Check for your choice. b. and the Settings page opens. Check the status bar. Security • Locked: security enabled. • Unlocked: security not enabled. Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. First, install the WN121T software. The icon appears in your wireless PC card...
... "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at the bottom of the cable on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. c. a. Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. These networks are connected to the Internet, click Check for your choice. b. and the Settings page opens. Check the status bar. Security • Locked: security enabled. • Unlocked: security not enabled. Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. First, install the WN121T software. The icon appears in your wireless PC card...
WN121T Product datasheet
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... English, with the RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router. And if you need it can enable your network coverage area by up to transmit multiple streams of standard wireless networks. NETGEAR provides, 24x7 technical support* in a single wireless channel. The WN121T has a USB 2.0 interface, so it ! Experience the Next generation of its range. G† adapter Tuck-away USB cable for easy storage. It also maintains connection speeds up to support file sharing, MP3 downloads, Internet phone calls, network gaming and multimedia...
... English, with the RangeMax Next Wireless-N Router. And if you need it can enable your network coverage area by up to transmit multiple streams of standard wireless networks. NETGEAR provides, 24x7 technical support* in a single wireless channel. The WN121T has a USB 2.0 interface, so it ! Experience the Next generation of its range. G† adapter Tuck-away USB cable for easy storage. It also maintains connection speeds up to support file sharing, MP3 downloads, Internet phone calls, network gaming and multimedia...
WN121T Product datasheet
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...setup and Touchless Wi-Fi Security makes connecting to operating conditions D-WN121T-1 Physical Specifications - Installation Guide - RangeMax Next Wireless Router - All rights reserved. * Free basic installation support provided for IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g - Dimensions: 103.99 x 91.98 x 16mm - Wi-Fi protected access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK) - RangeMax Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter (WN121T) - NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, Connect with RangeMax Next Wireless-N routers (WNR834B/M, WNR854T Gigabit version) and RangeMax Next Modem Router (DG834N) ©2006 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR...
...setup and Touchless Wi-Fi Security makes connecting to operating conditions D-WN121T-1 Physical Specifications - Installation Guide - RangeMax Next Wireless Router - All rights reserved. * Free basic installation support provided for IEEE 802.11b and IEEE 802.11g - Dimensions: 103.99 x 91.98 x 16mm - Wi-Fi protected access (WPA2-PSK, WPA-PSK) - RangeMax Next Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter (WN121T) - NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, Connect with RangeMax Next Wireless-N routers (WNR834B/M, WNR854T Gigabit version) and RangeMax Next Modem Router (DG834N) ©2006 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR...
WN121T User Manual
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...and Scope ix How to Use This Manual x How to Print this Manual ...x Chapter 1 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-1 Verify System Requirements 1-1 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 What Is in the Box ...1-2 Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 Icon Colors ...1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the Software 1-9 Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart...
...and Scope ix How to Use This Manual x How to Print this Manual ...x Chapter 1 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-1 Verify System Requirements 1-1 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 What Is in the Box ...1-2 Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 Icon Colors ...1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the Software 1-9 Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart...
WN121T User Manual
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... your needs. • Printing a Page in a browser window. - x v2.0, February 2007 website at http://www.adobe.com. The Acrobat reader is dedicated to view and print PDF files. Note: Product updates are available on the Adobe website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN121T.asp. The PDF version of any page. - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual For more information about network technologies, see the links to access...
... your needs. • Printing a Page in a browser window. - x v2.0, February 2007 website at http://www.adobe.com. The Acrobat reader is dedicated to view and print PDF files. Note: Product updates are available on the Adobe website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN121T.asp. The PDF version of any page. - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual For more information about network technologies, see the links to access...
WN121T User Manual
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...wireless network settings of free hard disk space. • Windows Vista, Windows XP SP1 with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. Verify System Requirements Before installing the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, make sure that your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T lets you connect a PC computer to install your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set up is covered in Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security". Advanced wireless network set up your computer, the throughput of the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter...
...wireless network settings of free hard disk space. • Windows Vista, Windows XP SP1 with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. Verify System Requirements Before installing the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter, make sure that your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T lets you connect a PC computer to install your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set up is covered in Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security". Advanced wireless network set up your computer, the throughput of the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter...
WN121T User Manual
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..., wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based on the location of the parts are between the devices. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual (this is an addition to return the product. What Is in case you need to an existing wireless network, you need the wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined. 1-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must...
..., wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based on the location of the parts are between the devices. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual (this is an addition to return the product. What Is in case you need to an existing wireless network, you need the wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined. 1-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must...
WN121T User Manual
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...v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the same wireless network name (SSID). • Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc): Infrastructure • Data security WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK encryption: Disabled Installation The instructions in this...
...v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the same wireless network name (SSID). • Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc): Infrastructure • Data security WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK encryption: Disabled Installation The instructions in this...
WN121T User Manual
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... network and makes it easier to Step b. b. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your computer. Now, connect the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 2. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. Insert the end of the cable on your VPN firewall. c. Follow the wizard prompts. 3. a. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual...
... network and makes it easier to Step b. b. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your computer. Now, connect the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next. 2. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. Insert the end of the cable on your VPN firewall. c. Follow the wizard prompts. 3. a. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual...
WN121T User Manual
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... settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for your computer has a USB 1.1 port, the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is limited to be established. 5. c. After you install the software, this icon appears on the desktop; The Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has indicators that port's maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. It is 480 Mbps. If your wireless connection...
... settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for your computer has a USB 1.1 port, the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is limited to be established. 5. c. After you install the software, this icon appears on the desktop; The Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has indicators that port's maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. It is 480 Mbps. If your wireless connection...
WN121T User Manual
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.... Also, look for possible interference such as closer to a location where the wireless signal quality is lost. The status bar at the bottom of the page shows details about your configuration or try moving to the wireless access point. The VPN firewall has a connection with another wireless node. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on the system tray icon opens the Smart...
.... Also, look for possible interference such as closer to a location where the wireless signal quality is lost. The status bar at the bottom of the page shows details about your configuration or try moving to the wireless access point. The VPN firewall has a connection with another wireless node. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on the system tray icon opens the Smart...
WN121T User Manual
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... use the same channel they can disable the Internet notification feature by the network. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status The wireless channel used by clearing check mark on this line. Usually, you do so, then only the IP address is shown. If many wireless networks in your network connection. • Connected to Internet: Wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to Router: Wireless connection...
... use the same channel they can disable the Internet notification feature by the network. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status The wireless channel used by clearing check mark on this line. Usually, you do so, then only the IP address is shown. If many wireless networks in your network connection. • Connected to Internet: Wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to Router: Wireless connection...
WN121T User Manual
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... Windows utility. Go to set up wireless security for the wireless USB adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your computer. 2. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use the Smart Wizard, then you need to choose the Properties option. If you are working with the Vista configuration utility, see the online document: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility To disable the Windows Zero Configuration utility...
... Windows utility. Go to set up wireless security for the wireless USB adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your computer. 2. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use the Smart Wizard, then you need to choose the Properties option. If you are working with the Vista configuration utility, see the online document: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility To disable the Windows Zero Configuration utility...
WN121T User Manual
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... 802.11 wireless network modes, see "Smart Wizard Status Bar" in a house connect to an access point that you need to join the network you can easily load the profile that has all the settings for any available network. You cannot change this more information, see the wireless reference document at the time. If you use the Status Bar to an access point or router with file and print sharing enabled and you...
... 802.11 wireless network modes, see "Smart Wizard Status Bar" in a house connect to an access point that you need to join the network you can easily load the profile that has all the settings for any available network. You cannot change this more information, see the wireless reference document at the time. If you use the Status Bar to an access point or router with file and print sharing enabled and you...
WN121T User Manual
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...-to-Computer setting uses Ad Hoc mode. Note: If you want to exchange files directly between them. For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework in Appendix B. Follow the instructions below to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings page opens: Figure 2-5 2-7 v2.0, February 2007 Setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on your network. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Use a browser such...
...-to-Computer setting uses Ad Hoc mode. Note: If you want to exchange files directly between them. For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework in Appendix B. Follow the instructions below to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings page opens: Figure 2-5 2-7 v2.0, February 2007 Setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on your network. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Use a browser such...
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....0, February 2007 a. Save your wireless connection: a. c. Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard, or Cancel to return to "reply." Click Apply. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. Figure 2-7 At this profile. This sends a continuous ping to verify your settings in this point the connection is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t 192.168.0.1 and then click OK. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual 2.
....0, February 2007 a. Save your wireless connection: a. c. Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard, or Cancel to return to "reply." Click Apply. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. Figure 2-7 At this profile. This sends a continuous ping to verify your settings in this point the connection is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t 192.168.0.1 and then click OK. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual 2.
WN121T User Manual
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... Smart Wizard, select or type the Network Name (SSID). 2. Then use the Networks tab page to see "Removing the Software" in Chapter 1. Select the Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) network type. 3. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your neighbors use channel 6 and the signal strength is interference from another nearby wireless device, use a different channel. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note...
... Smart Wizard, select or type the Network Name (SSID). 2. Then use the Networks tab page to see "Removing the Software" in Chapter 1. Select the Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) network type. 3. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your neighbors use channel 6 and the signal strength is interference from another nearby wireless device, use a different channel. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note...
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NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Overview of Home and Small Office Networking Technologies Common connection types and their speed and security considerations are: • Broadband Internet Your Internet connection speed is extremely strong. Data transmissions are encrypted for 802.11g). To get the best performance, use newer adapters such as ADSL2+ and Fiber to the Home (FTTH) will increase the connection speed to tens of Mbps. • Wireless A high-speed wireless router can provide a wireless data...
NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Overview of Home and Small Office Networking Technologies Common connection types and their speed and security considerations are: • Broadband Internet Your Internet connection speed is extremely strong. Data transmissions are encrypted for 802.11g). To get the best performance, use newer adapters such as ADSL2+ and Fiber to the Home (FTTH) will increase the connection speed to tens of Mbps. • Wireless A high-speed wireless router can provide a wireless data...
WN121T User Manual
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... 3, "Wireless Network Performance" for help you will not be able to enter the WEP encryption security information. How to maximize throughput. • Make sure the VPN firewall is limited to • For best performance connect to the WPA-PSK access point. • If the access point is WPA-PSK protected, you may encounter. chance to save If you change to high-speed network equipment. You have an older software version installed on the NETGEAR website at...
... 3, "Wireless Network Performance" for help you will not be able to enter the WEP encryption security information. How to maximize throughput. • Make sure the VPN firewall is limited to • For best performance connect to the WPA-PSK access point. • If the access point is WPA-PSK protected, you may encounter. chance to save If you change to high-speed network equipment. You have an older software version installed on the NETGEAR website at...
WN121T User Manual
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... not usually help to -Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Type. 3. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and computer. To view the Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter IP address, click the WN121T icon to the Ethernet network. 2. Fill in the About page. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Table 4-1. Viewing the IP address. Note: Be sure all configured correctly. Select the Computer-to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable/enable the card. Click...
... not usually help to -Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Type. 3. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and computer. To view the Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter IP address, click the WN121T icon to the Ethernet network. 2. Fill in the About page. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Table 4-1. Viewing the IP address. Note: Be sure all configured correctly. Select the Computer-to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable/enable the card. Click...