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... be prompted to let the wizard help or the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Model WPNT121 User Manual on the CD. Estimated Completion 10 minutes. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. Click Install the Software. The icon appears in Mega bits per second. If many wireless networks in the drop-down list, but there...
... be prompted to let the wizard help or the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Model WPNT121 User Manual on the CD. Estimated Completion 10 minutes. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. Click Install the Software. The icon appears in Mega bits per second. If many wireless networks in the drop-down list, but there...
WN121T User Manual
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... 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...
... 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...
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... the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following link to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must have SP2 installed or the KB822603 Hot fix for SP1, which vary significantly based...
... the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following link to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. Driver and Configuration Utility Software - NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must have SP2 installed or the KB822603 Hot fix for SP1, which vary significantly based...
WN121T User Manual
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First, install the WN121T software. a. 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...
First, install the WN121T software. a. 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...
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...your computer has a USB 1.1 port, the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is limited to that show the status of the Windows task bar. It is 14 Mbps. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-6. After you install the software, this icon appears...wireless connection to verify your wireless connection. Figure 1-6 The wizard initiates your wireless connectivity. The Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has indicators that port's maximum speed, which is color coded to the Internet: • Icon: After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T...
...your computer has a USB 1.1 port, the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is limited to that show the status of the Windows task bar. It is 14 Mbps. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-6. After you install the software, this icon appears...wireless connection to verify your wireless connection. Figure 1-6 The wizard initiates your wireless connectivity. The Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has indicators that port's maximum speed, which is color coded to the Internet: • Icon: After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T...
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.... 4. Make sure to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/wn121t.asp 2. Download the upgrade using the link in these steps. 1. Click the latest version of upgrade. 3. Examine the Release Note. Follow the Release Note installation instructions. 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Removing the Software You can remove the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software in the Release Note. 5.
.... 4. Make sure to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/wn121t.asp 2. Download the upgrade using the link in these steps. 1. Click the latest version of upgrade. 3. Examine the Release Note. Follow the Release Note installation instructions. 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Removing the Software You can remove the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software in the Release Note. 5.
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... your desktop and in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. The Smart Wizard provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. You can use the NETGEAR WN121T Smart Wizard to change your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter wireless settings. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how...
... your desktop and in profiles. • Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software. The Smart Wizard provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. You can use the NETGEAR WN121T Smart Wizard to change your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter wireless settings. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how...
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... use. Note: Make sure that you know the WEP key. The Settings tab page opens. 2. Figure 2-3 2-4 Hidden Network v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. For example, if WEP is used then you want to know the security...
... use. Note: Make sure that you know the WEP key. The Settings tab page opens. 2. Figure 2-3 2-4 Hidden Network v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. For example, if WEP is used then you want to know the security...
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...Ad Hoc mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your network. For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework in the.... Setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR CD. See the link to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" in Appendix B. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Use a browser such as 192.168.0.1) or the IPX protocol.
...Ad Hoc mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your network. For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework in the.... Setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR CD. See the link to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" in Appendix B. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Use a browser such as 192.168.0.1) or the IPX protocol.
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... should work. Select the Computer-to see "Removing the Software" in Appendix B. For example, if your neighbors use channel 6 and the signal strength is interference from another nearby wireless device, use the Networks tab page to -Computer (Ad Hoc) network type. 3. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: If you . 6. The Ad Hoc Setting...
... should work. Select the Computer-to see "Removing the Software" in Appendix B. For example, if your neighbors use channel 6 and the signal strength is interference from another nearby wireless device, use the Networks tab page to -Computer (Ad Hoc) network type. 3. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: If you . 6. The Ad Hoc Setting...
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...the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is configured in a profile name. Use the icon to the USB port in your computer. a. b. c. In the Profile box, select the profile or type... in the access point. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is connected to open the Smart Wizard. b. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure...
...the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is configured in a profile name. Use the icon to the USB port in your computer. a. b. c. In the Profile box, select the profile or type... in the access point. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is connected to open the Smart Wizard. b. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure...
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...keys. Click Save Profile. v2.0, February 2007 2-13 The configuration utility will use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a Profile. Save your computer. All the configuration settings are case sensitive. Setting up WPA2-PSK Security....11b wireless devices. 5. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is in this profile. Run the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Smart Wizard. Be sure to match exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in your settings in the network. c. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User ...
...keys. Click Save Profile. v2.0, February 2007 2-13 The configuration utility will use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in a Profile. Save your computer. All the configuration settings are case sensitive. Setting up WPA2-PSK Security....11b wireless devices. 5. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is in this profile. Run the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Smart Wizard. Be sure to match exactly what is fully inserted in a USB port in your settings in the network. c. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User ...
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... [TKIP]. b. v2.0, February 2007 2-15 Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is configured in your settings in a profile name. b. a. Click Save Profile. a. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully ...in a Profile. For more information on WPA security, see the Web link to "Wireless Communications" in this profile. The Settings tab page opens. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to open the Smart Wizard...
... [TKIP]. b. v2.0, February 2007 2-15 Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter is configured in your settings in a profile name. b. a. Click Save Profile. a. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is fully ...in a Profile. For more information on WPA security, see the Web link to "Wireless Communications" in this profile. The Settings tab page opens. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to open the Smart Wizard...
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... version and date of the Smart Wizard. 2-18 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information. If you would have to provide the address shown here to connect. Operating the wireless adapter in the About page: • Regional Domain: This is a unique 48...
... version and date of the Smart Wizard. 2-18 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information. If you would have to provide the address shown here to connect. Operating the wireless adapter in the About page: • Regional Domain: This is a unique 48...
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..., the WN121T will still be connected to the previous access point and you will not be able to change the settings the Smart Wizard offers you will be removed. The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to the knowledge base on your VPN firewall. See "Removing the Software" in Chapter 1or "Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software...
..., the WN121T will still be connected to the previous access point and you will not be able to change the settings the Smart Wizard offers you will be removed. The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to the knowledge base on your VPN firewall. See "Removing the Software" in Chapter 1or "Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software...
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... your changes and click OK. 5. See the link to the Ethernet network. 2. This may occur if you upgraded your Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your Ad Hoc network are all computers in your computer, or ...card. Here is physically connected to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" in the same subnet. 4-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Table 4-1. Click Initiate Ad Hoc. 4. Make sure that the access point is how you click Apply. Select ...
... your changes and click OK. 5. See the link to the Ethernet network. 2. This may occur if you upgraded your Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your Ad Hoc network are all computers in your computer, or ...card. Here is physically connected to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing" in the same subnet. 4-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Table 4-1. Click Initiate Ad Hoc. 4. Make sure that the access point is how you click Apply. Select ...