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... opens. When the software has been installed the Connection Wizard prompts you are located. e. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used by the network. Usually, you will be prompted to select the country where you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B These setup instructions...
... opens. When the software has been installed the Connection Wizard prompts you are located. e. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used by the network. Usually, you will be prompted to select the country where you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B These setup instructions...
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... Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a particular installation. Operation is no guarantee that interference will vary. NETGEAR, INC. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR...product and software upgrades. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement Certification ID: FCC: PY306100041 IC: 4054A-06100041 The WN311B has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. E-mail: support@netgear.com Website: http://www.netgear.com ...
... Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a particular installation. Operation is no guarantee that interference will vary. NETGEAR, INC. Microsoft and Windows are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR...product and software upgrades. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement Certification ID: FCC: PY306100041 IC: 4054A-06100041 The WN311B has been tested and complies with the specifications for US & Canada only. E-mail: support@netgear.com Website: http://www.netgear.com ...
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... Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-2 Verify System Requirements 1-2 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 WN311B Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 The WN311B Icon Colors 1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the WN311B Software 1-8 Upgrading the WN311B Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard...
... Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-2 Verify System Requirements 1-2 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 WN311B Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 The WN311B Icon Colors 1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the WN311B Software 1-8 Upgrading the WN311B Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard...
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...: • NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B • The antenna • NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - Smart Wizard setup software - For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, see the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com. This chapter describes how to install your Wireless PCI Adapter and set up basic wireless connectivity on your NETGEAR dealer. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter lets...
...: • NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B • The antenna • NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - Smart Wizard setup software - For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, see the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com. This chapter describes how to install your Wireless PCI Adapter and set up basic wireless connectivity on your NETGEAR dealer. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter lets...
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... potential sources of the computer with the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter. If this is an addition to an existing wireless network, you can communicate through walls. WN311B Default Wireless Settings If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual What You Need Before You Begin...
... potential sources of the computer with the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter. If this is an addition to an existing wireless network, you can communicate through walls. WN311B Default Wireless Settings If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual What You Need Before You Begin...
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To install the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter: 1. Figure 1-1 b. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the WN311B Wireless PCI 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...
To install the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter: 1. Figure 1-1 b. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the WN311B Wireless PCI 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...
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... to Step b. Now, insert the wireless PCI adapter. b. Use the Smart Wizard to set up the wireless adapter either with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to install the software. 2. Windows XP or Vista users can set up position. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual c. d. Follow the Wizard...
... to Step b. Now, insert the wireless PCI adapter. b. Use the Smart Wizard to set up the wireless adapter either with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to install the software. 2. Windows XP or Vista users can set up position. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual c. d. Follow the Wizard...
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual b. c. After you install the WN311B software, the icon appears on the desktop, and the Settings page opens. The status bar at the bottom of the Windows task bar. The WN311B icon appears in the computer. 1-6 Basic Setup v2.0, February 2007 The LEDs show the status of the connection. See "Smart Wizard Status...
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual b. c. After you install the WN311B software, the icon appears on the desktop, and the Settings page opens. The status bar at the bottom of the Windows task bar. The WN311B icon appears in the computer. 1-6 Basic Setup v2.0, February 2007 The LEDs show the status of the connection. See "Smart Wizard Status...
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... speed, which is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with the router. Figure 1-7 Removing the WN311B Software You can disable the Internet notification feature by clearing check mark on this line. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status Understanding the Status Bar (continued...
... speed, which is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with the router. Figure 1-7 Removing the WN311B Software You can disable the Internet notification feature by clearing check mark on this line. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status Understanding the Status Bar (continued...
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Upgrading the WN311B Software Upgrades may be retained. 2. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Follow the installer instructions, and then restart your computer. 4. Basic Setup 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Write down the...
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Upgrading the WN311B Software Upgrades may be retained. 2. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Follow the installer instructions, and then restart your computer. 4. Basic Setup 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Write down the...
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... the wireless adapter software. This software automatically restarts when you want to : • View details about wireless networks: 1. The Settings tab page opens. 2. The Windows System Tray is located on the desktop, or click it in the Windows System Tray. You can either double-click this chapter explain how to use the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User...
... the wireless adapter software. This software automatically restarts when you want to : • View details about wireless networks: 1. The Settings tab page opens. 2. The Windows System Tray is located on the desktop, or click it in the Windows System Tray. You can either double-click this chapter explain how to use the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User...
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...Select a network from the drop-down list. Click Next. 4. You can use the Find a Network button on page 1-7. 2-4 Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Finding a Network During the WN311B software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. ... Network Figure 2-3 3. Note: Make sure that you need to know the security settings for each network with the wireless network and security settings. If you select a hidden network then you settings, and click Finish. For example, if...
...Select a network from the drop-down list. Click Next. 4. You can use the Find a Network button on page 1-7. 2-4 Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Finding a Network During the WN311B software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. ... Network Figure 2-3 3. Note: Make sure that you need to know the security settings for each network with the wireless network and security settings. If you select a hidden network then you settings, and click Finish. For example, if...
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For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on a Windows PC, see Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting" . For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework ...Smart Wizard. Setting up static IP addresses (such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or check for the current connection status. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Use a browser such as 192.168.0.1) or the IPX protocol. You can check the status bar in Appendix B. To create an ...
For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on a Windows PC, see Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting" . For example, this mode is an 802.11 networking framework ...Smart Wizard. Setting up static IP addresses (such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or check for the current connection status. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Use a browser such as 192.168.0.1) or the IPX protocol. You can check the status bar in Appendix B. To create an ...
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... response should work. Note: If you cannot connect, see "Removing the WN311B Software" in your Ad Hoc computer-to be installed and configured properly on your wireless adapter. On the Settings tab page of the Smart Wizard, select or type the... the device with another nearby wireless device, select a channel that is established. Network Connections and Wireless Security 2-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual c. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be sent to...
... response should work. Note: If you cannot connect, see "Removing the WN311B Software" in your Ad Hoc computer-to be installed and configured properly on your wireless adapter. On the Settings tab page of the Smart Wizard, select or type the... the device with another nearby wireless device, select a channel that is established. Network Connections and Wireless Security 2-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual c. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be sent to...
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Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is configured in the access point. In the Security section, select WEP. 3. b. The Settings tab page opens: Figure... use. 2-12 Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 Select the WEP encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is installed in a PCI slot in a profile name. c. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption ...
Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is configured in the access point. In the Security section, select WEP. 3. b. The Settings tab page opens: Figure... use. 2-12 Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 Select the WEP encryption strength you will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is installed in a PCI slot in a profile name. c. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption ...
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... in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to exit the Smart Wizard. Make sure the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is in the network. Save your settings in your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys...
... in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to exit the Smart Wizard. Make sure the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is in the network. Save your settings in your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys...
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.... All the configuration settings are saved in your settings in the access point. Make sure the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is configured in a Profile. Use the icon to exit the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab ...Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 2-15 Figure 2-11 2. In the Security section, select WPA-PSK [TKIP] and enter the passphrase. a. c. For more information on WPA security, see the Web link to "Wireless Communications:" in a profile name. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual a. ...
.... All the configuration settings are saved in your settings in the access point. Make sure the WN311B software is installed and the WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter is configured in a Profile. Use the icon to exit the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab ...Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 2-15 Figure 2-11 2. In the Security section, select WPA-PSK [TKIP] and enter the passphrase. a. c. For more information on WPA security, see the Web link to "Wireless Communications:" in a profile name. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual a. ...
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...is displayed in a different region may violate local laws. • Driver Version: The wireless adapter driver version. • Driver Date: The wireless adapter driver release date. • MAC Address: The MAC address of the adapter. The Media Access Control address is fully exposed. • IP Address: The IP address... by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to connect. Governments regulate the channels used for the wireless adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information.
...is displayed in a different region may violate local laws. • Driver Version: The wireless adapter driver version. • Driver Date: The wireless adapter driver release date. • MAC Address: The MAC address of the adapter. The Media Access Control address is fully exposed. • IP Address: The IP address... by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to connect. Governments regulate the channels used for the wireless adapter. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information.
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... to an access point. The WN311B is not installed in your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter. I cannot connect to solve common problems you may not be prompted to install the WN311B in a different PCI slot in the PCI slot properly or the WN311B software is available. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Action...not loaded. • Remove and reinstall the WN311B. • Check the Windows device manager to see "Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Reload the WN311B software, if necessary. • Try to enter ...
... to an access point. The WN311B is not installed in your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter. I cannot connect to solve common problems you may not be prompted to install the WN311B in a different PCI slot in the PCI slot properly or the WN311B software is available. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Action...not loaded. • Remove and reinstall the WN311B. • Check the Windows device manager to see "Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Reload the WN311B software, if necessary. • Try to enter ...
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... WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your computer, or connect to get the best performance from your system and it needs to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:" in Chapter 1. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Table 4-1. The WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter can connect to the access point, but not the other computers on your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter...
... WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter software and did not reboot your system. • Either restart your computer, or connect to get the best performance from your system and it needs to "Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:" in Chapter 1. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311B User Manual Table 4-1. The WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter can connect to the access point, but not the other computers on your WN311B Wireless PCI Adapter...
