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...On the SmartWizard screen, click Next to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK. Close the case, plug the power cord back in the status bar, the WN311T LEDs, and troubleshooting tips, see the User Manual on the NETGEAR CD. • The Internet... security • The connection status indicator of your wireless connectivity. a. Hidden Network e. Click Next to step b. Windows 2000 users skip to accept. Click Next to set up position. d. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T These setup instructions assume that you are located.
...On the SmartWizard screen, click Next to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK. Close the case, plug the power cord back in the status bar, the WN311T LEDs, and troubleshooting tips, see the User Manual on the NETGEAR CD. • The Internet... security • The connection status indicator of your wireless connectivity. a. Hidden Network e. Click Next to step b. Windows 2000 users skip to accept. Click Next to set up position. d. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T These setup instructions assume that you are located.
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... How to Print this Manual ...ii Chapter 1 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-2 Verify System Requirements 1-2 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 WN311T Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 WN311T Icon Colors 1-8 Removing the WN311T Software 1-8 Upgrading the WN311T Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the...
... How to Print this Manual ...ii Chapter 1 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin 1-2 Verify System Requirements 1-2 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 1-2 WN311T Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 WN311T Icon Colors 1-8 Removing the WN311T Software 1-8 Upgrading the WN311T Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the...
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... the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this manual is intended for the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter according to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. Tip: This format is written for readers with...
... the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this manual is intended for the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter according to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. Tip: This format is written for readers with...
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... print PDF files. Use the Print button on a link in the manual. •A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Double-click on the browser toolbar to Print this Manual To print this manual includes the following several options, according to print. How to print the...the chapter you were viewing opens in Appendix B, "Related Documents". Each page in the HTML View. ii v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to a major topic. Click the PDF of...
... print PDF files. Use the Print button on a link in the manual. •A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Double-click on the browser toolbar to Print this Manual To print this manual includes the following several options, according to print. How to print the...the chapter you were viewing opens in Appendix B, "Related Documents". Each page in the HTML View. ii v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to a major topic. Click the PDF of...
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual - iii v2.0, February 2007 Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in a browser window. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of the complete manual opens in the manual...version of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the Full Manual. Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window...
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual - iii v2.0, February 2007 Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in a browser window. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of the complete manual opens in the manual...version of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the Full Manual. Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page. - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window...
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual iv v2.0, February 2007
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... is designed for repair. 1-1 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual (this document) • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Smart Wizard setup software - Driver software - Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T lets you need to return the product...
... is designed for repair. 1-1 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual (this document) • Warranty card • Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Smart Wizard setup software - Driver software - Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T lets you need to return the product...
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... as: • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, wireless devices can configure your computer meets the minimum system requirements and get the wireless network configuration settings of the WLAN where you can communicate through walls. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual What You Need Before You Begin You must verify that your...
... as: • Large metal surfaces • Microwaves • 2.4 GHz Cordless phones In general, wireless devices can configure your computer meets the minimum system requirements and get the wireless network configuration settings of the WLAN where you can communicate through walls. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual What You Need Before You Begin You must verify that your...
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... (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for Updates window opens. First, install the WN311T software. a. To install the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter: 1. If the CD main page does not appear, double click Autorun.exe on the CD. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Your WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter factory default basic settings are covered in this chapter explain how to install the...
... (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for Updates window opens. First, install the WN311T software. a. To install the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter: 1. If the CD main page does not appear, double click Autorun.exe on the CD. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Your WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter factory default basic settings are covered in this chapter explain how to install the...
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.... a. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to set up position. a. Now, insert the wireless PCI adapter. Windows 2000 users go to select the country where you are located. Select the country and click Agree. 3. Windows XP or Vista users can set up your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 2. d. Figure 1-1 b. Unplug the computer, open...
.... a. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to set up position. a. Now, insert the wireless PCI adapter. Windows 2000 users go to select the country where you are located. Select the country and click Agree. 3. Windows XP or Vista users can set up your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 2. d. Figure 1-1 b. Unplug the computer, open...
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to accept the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Figure 1-3 c. Hidden Network Figure 1-4 Basic Setup 1-5 v2.0, February 2007 Click Next to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at...
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to accept the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Figure 1-3 c. Hidden Network Figure 1-4 Basic Setup 1-5 v2.0, February 2007 Click Next to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at...
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... the status of the Windows task bar. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for a network association. - NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name (SSID). The WN311T icon appears in the drop-down list, but the Network Name (SSID) is looking for saving a Profile. It could...
... the status of the Windows task bar. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for a network association. - NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name (SSID). The WN311T icon appears in the drop-down list, but the Network Name (SSID) is looking for saving a Profile. It could...
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... the signal is located at the bottom of your area use the same channel they can interfere with one another. Basic Setup 1-7 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar The status bar is strongest. Note: To optimize throughput, connect to a network with the router. Click Find a Network to the...
... the signal is located at the bottom of your area use the same channel they can interfere with one another. Basic Setup 1-7 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar The status bar is strongest. Note: To optimize throughput, connect to a network with the router. Click Find a Network to the...
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... move to a better spot, such as a 2.4 GHz cordless phone or large metal surface. Color Red Condition Description The wireless PCI adapter has The wireless PCI adapter cannot link to any other wireless no connection to the wireless access point. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual If you right-click in the system tray icon, you do so, then only the IP address is...
... move to a better spot, such as a 2.4 GHz cordless phone or large metal surface. Color Red Condition Description The wireless PCI adapter has The wireless PCI adapter cannot link to any other wireless no connection to the wireless access point. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual If you right-click in the system tray icon, you do so, then only the IP address is...
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.... 4. Follow the installer instructions, and then restart your computer. 5. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Basic Setup 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Upgrading the WN311T Software Upgrades may be retained. 2. Remove the WN311T adapter from your computer, and restart your computer.
.... 4. Follow the installer instructions, and then restart your computer. 5. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Basic Setup 1-9 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Upgrading the WN311T Software Upgrades may be retained. 2. Remove the WN311T adapter from your computer, and restart your computer.
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 1-10 v2.0, February 2007 Basic Setup
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... You can use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. Viewing Wireless Networks in your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Smart Wizard. You can also scan to search for your wireless PCI adapter • Save your desktop and in the System Tray at any...
... You can use set of tools to: • View details about wireless networks: 1. Viewing Wireless Networks in your computer. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Smart Wizard. You can also scan to search for your wireless PCI adapter • Save your desktop and in the System Tray at any...
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...8226; Signal: Identifies the signal strength of the communications. • MAC Address: Identifies the hardware address (MAC Address) of the wireless device broadcasting this information. • Mode: Identifies the type of the information will still be displayed. • Channel: The ...the Networks tab are: • Help: Display online help. • Find a Network: Find and connect to sort. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID): The name assigned to the network that as a security ...
...8226; Signal: Identifies the signal strength of the communications. • MAC Address: Identifies the hardware address (MAC Address) of the wireless device broadcasting this information. • Mode: Identifies the type of the information will still be displayed. • Channel: The ...the Networks tab are: • Help: Display online help. • Find a Network: Find and connect to sort. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID): The name assigned to the network that as a security ...
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... view the available networks and select the one that you want to know the security settings for each network with the wireless network and security settings. Note: Make sure that you want to use . The Settings tab page opens. 2. On...Hidden Network Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 Use the icon to Find a Network: 1. If you use secure networks frequently, set up profiles for the network that you need to use . NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Finding a Network During the WN311T software installation, the Smart Wizard...
... view the available networks and select the one that you want to know the security settings for each network with the wireless network and security settings. Note: Make sure that you want to use . The Settings tab page opens. 2. On...Hidden Network Network Connections and Wireless Security v2.0, February 2007 Use the icon to Find a Network: 1. If you use secure networks frequently, set up profiles for the network that you need to use . NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Finding a Network During the WN311T software installation, the Smart Wizard...
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... will be asked if you are using at : http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm. For more information, see "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on 802.11 wireless network modes, see the wireless reference document at the time. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3. Follow the steps of wireless network profiles that has all the settings for any available...
... will be asked if you are using at : http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm. For more information, see "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on 802.11 wireless network modes, see the wireless reference document at the time. NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3. Follow the steps of wireless network profiles that has all the settings for any available...