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)NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 English Deutsch Français Contents 1 7 13 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95135 version 1.0
)NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 English Deutsch Français Contents 1 7 13 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95135 version 1.0
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...assume that you will show you choose your WNA1000 installation options or select the Windows Utility to install and manage your program features, allowing for Updates. English )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Start Here This Installation Guide will connect ...to an access point or wireless router. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Insert the Resource CD. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. If you are available: • The Express method, presented here, uses the NETGEAR...
...assume that you will show you choose your WNA1000 installation options or select the Windows Utility to install and manage your program features, allowing for Updates. English )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Start Here This Installation Guide will connect ...to an access point or wireless router. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Insert the Resource CD. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. If you are available: • The Express method, presented here, uses the NETGEAR...
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... Exposure Statement This equipment complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøíslušn... an uncontrolled environment. The highest SAR level measured for satisfying RF exposure compliance. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR WirelessN 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Cet appareil numérique de la classe...
... Exposure Statement This equipment complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada Rules. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøíslušn... an uncontrolled environment. The highest SAR level measured for satisfying RF exposure compliance. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR WirelessN 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Cet appareil numérique de la classe...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Creating a Profile ...8 Access Point Profiles 9 Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile 10 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 12 About Wireless Security 13 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security ...Up WEP Encryption Security 16 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 ...
NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Creating a Profile ...8 Access Point Profiles 9 Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile 10 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 12 About Wireless Security 13 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security ...Up WEP Encryption Security 16 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 ...
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... names, extensions User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text Command prompt, CLI text, code URL links • Formats. About This Manual The NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual describes how to installthe NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 with intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual uses the following paragraphs: • Typographical Conventions. Warning: Ignoring this manual are described in...
... names, extensions User input, IP addresses, GUI screen text Command prompt, CLI text, code URL links • Formats. About This Manual The NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual describes how to installthe NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 with intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual uses the following paragraphs: • Typographical Conventions. Warning: Ignoring this manual are described in...
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... table of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. The Acrobat reader is written for the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 according to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 August 2009 For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to Use This Manual The...
... table of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. The Acrobat reader is written for the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 according to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 August 2009 For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to Use This Manual The...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Revision History NETGEAR, Inc. Table 1-1. Publication Revision History Part Number 202-10575-01 Version Number Date v1.0 August 2009 Description First publication. The following table indicates any changes that might have been made since the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 was introduced. xi v1.0, August 2009 is constantly searching for ways to improve its products and documentation.
NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Revision History NETGEAR, Inc. Table 1-1. Publication Revision History Part Number 202-10575-01 Version Number Date v1.0 August 2009 Description First publication. The following table indicates any changes that might have been made since the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 was introduced. xi v1.0, August 2009 is constantly searching for ways to improve its products and documentation.
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual xii v1.0, August 2009
NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual xii v1.0, August 2009
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... the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 • USB cable and adapter cradle • NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - There are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 and basic configuration. See "Installation with Custom Setup" on page 1-3. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant...
... the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 • USB cable and adapter cradle • NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - There are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 and basic configuration. See "Installation with Custom Setup" on page 1-3. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of free hard disk space. • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. If your wireless-N USB adapter. Go to the following link to complete the installation of a USB v2...
NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of free hard disk space. • Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. If your wireless-N USB adapter. Go to the following link to complete the installation of a USB v2...
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... to connect to install and manage your wireless network. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual potential sources of tools to install the Smart Wizard. • CustominstallationwiththeSmartWizard.SelecteitherConfigureManuallyorConfigure Automatically. Configure wireless settings for your area. - Installing the Software and Adapter To install the wireless-N USB adapter with Custom Setup Note: For Express installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Installation Guide. Installation with custom setup...
... to connect to install and manage your wireless network. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual potential sources of tools to install the Smart Wizard. • CustominstallationwiththeSmartWizard.SelecteitherConfigureManuallyorConfigure Automatically. Configure wireless settings for your area. - Installing the Software and Adapter To install the wireless-N USB adapter with Custom Setup Note: For Express installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 Installation Guide. Installation with custom setup...
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... Check for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard.AllowsyoutomanageyourwirelessnetworkswiththeNETGEAR WNA1000 software and to connect securely using Push 'N' Connect. 1-4 v1.0, August 2009 Select one of the following methods to configure and manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. If not, click Install from CD. 4. TheNETGEARSmartWizardWelcomescreendisplays.ClickIAgreetoacceptthe license agreement and click Next. 5. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 3.
... Check for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard.AllowsyoutomanageyourwirelessnetworkswiththeNETGEAR WNA1000 software and to connect securely using Push 'N' Connect. 1-4 v1.0, August 2009 Select one of the following methods to configure and manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. If not, click Install from CD. 4. TheNETGEARSmartWizardWelcomescreendisplays.ClickIAgreetoacceptthe license agreement and click Next. 5. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 3.
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.... Connect to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. • Windows Utility. You can use the USB cable (see the Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. 8. See "Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings" on page 2-14 and "Joining a Network" on page 1-5. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual - Smart Wizard, Configure...
.... Connect to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. • Windows Utility. You can use the USB cable (see the Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. 8. See "Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings" on page 2-14 and "Joining a Network" on page 1-5. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual - Smart Wizard, Configure...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard, Configure Automatically You are prompted to connect wirelessly with one of the following screens: Hidden network WPS-capable networks in your area Figure 1-3 No WPS-capable networks in your area Note: If ...you need to complete your settings will be saved using the default name Profile. 1-6 v1.0, August 2009 b. Follow the on-screen prompts to connect to a wireless network: • If your router supports WPS and you want to use Push N' Connect, select the radio button for your router does not support WPS...
NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard, Configure Automatically You are prompted to connect wirelessly with one of the following screens: Hidden network WPS-capable networks in your area Figure 1-3 No WPS-capable networks in your area Note: If ...you need to complete your settings will be saved using the default name Profile. 1-6 v1.0, August 2009 b. Follow the on-screen prompts to connect to a wireless network: • If your router supports WPS and you want to use Push N' Connect, select the radio button for your router does not support WPS...
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... are saved to a computer monitor. 1. Attach the prickly side of one fastener to the middle back of your wireless connection. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual c. The WNA1000 icon appears in the plastic cradle and attach the USB cable to extend the range of your connection. The Smart Wizard Settings tab also displays (see "Smart Wizard Status...
... are saved to a computer monitor. 1. Attach the prickly side of one fastener to the middle back of your wireless connection. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual c. The WNA1000 icon appears in the plastic cradle and attach the USB cable to extend the range of your connection. The Smart Wizard Settings tab also displays (see "Smart Wizard Status...
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... WNA1000 software, the icon appears on the desktop and in Your Area" on the system tray icon opens the Smart Wizard. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10, and "Viewing Wireless Networks in the right on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of the connection. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-11. 1-8 v1.0, August 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000...
... WNA1000 software, the icon appears on the desktop and in Your Area" on the system tray icon opens the Smart Wizard. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10, and "Viewing Wireless Networks in the right on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of the connection. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-11. 1-8 v1.0, August 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000...
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... do so, then only the IP address is shown. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual WNA1000 Icon The WNA1000 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray, on the condition of the task bar in the following table describes the colors and conditions indicated. The wireless-N USB adapter has a connection with Vista auto-configuration. 1-9 v1.0, August...
... do so, then only the IP address is shown. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual WNA1000 Icon The WNA1000 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray, on the condition of the task bar in the following table describes the colors and conditions indicated. The wireless-N USB adapter has a connection with Vista auto-configuration. 1-9 v1.0, August...
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... Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-8 The following table describes how to Router. The wireless Internet connection is strongest. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. Usually, you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is located at the bottom of your...
... Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-8 The following table describes how to Router. The wireless Internet connection is strongest. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. Usually, you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is located at the bottom of your...
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... 2009 1-11 Upgrading the WNA1000 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter is not plugged in to save mode (default from the NETGEAR website Support page. 3. Removing the WNA1000 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in .exe). 6. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of...
... 2009 1-11 Upgrading the WNA1000 Software Upgrades might be retained. 2. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter is not plugged in to save mode (default from the NETGEAR website Support page. 3. Removing the WNA1000 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in .exe). 6. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 1-12 v1.0, August 2009
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