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... NETGEAR Smart Wizard to install and configure the adapter automatically and allow you to connect to your wireless network with Push 'N' Connect Security. • The Custom method lets you how to install the WNA1000 adapter on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. The NETGEAR Smart...license agreement and click Next. 5. 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. First, install the WNA1000 software 1. Insert the Resource CD. From the Setup Type...
... NETGEAR Smart Wizard to install and configure the adapter automatically and allow you to connect to your wireless network with Push 'N' Connect Security. • The Custom method lets you how to install the WNA1000 adapter on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. The NETGEAR Smart...license agreement and click Next. 5. 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. First, install the WNA1000 software 1. Insert the Resource CD. From the Setup Type...
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... connect to a wireless network: • If you have a wireless router or access point that supports Push 'N' Connect (NETGEAR's Wi-Fi Protected Setup), then you will be prompted to connect your adapter. 1. If you select a secured network, the Smart Wizard will detect it and you will be prompted by the first screen. English Then, install your WNA1000 adapter and connect to a wireless...
... connect to a wireless network: • If you have a wireless router or access point that supports Push 'N' Connect (NETGEAR's Wi-Fi Protected Setup), then you will be prompted to connect your adapter. 1. If you select a secured network, the Smart Wizard will detect it and you will be prompted by the first screen. English Then, install your WNA1000 adapter and connect to a wireless...
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... generated and your wireless connection. . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 Profile name Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter The WNA1000 icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop so you can take up to a minute to a wireless network! The Status Bar at the bottom of the Smart Wizard screen displays important details about your connection details are now connected to complete the connection. It can access...
... generated and your wireless connection. . 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 3 Profile name Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter The WNA1000 icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop so you can take up to a minute to a wireless network! The Status Bar at the bottom of the Smart Wizard screen displays important details about your connection details are now connected to complete the connection. It can access...
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... a stronger signal. Channel 6. Join a Network Click Join a Network to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to start the Connection Wizard. You are wirelessly connected to the router, but there is a problem with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet...
... a stronger signal. Channel 6. Join a Network Click Join a Network to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to start the Connection Wizard. You are wirelessly connected to the router, but there is a problem with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet...
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...mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ProSafe, and Auto Uplink are registered trademarks or trademarks of the FCC Rules. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate..., which is found by one or more of NETGEAR, Inc. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WNA1000 has been tested and complies with your product. ... separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other countries, see your product at http://www.netgear.com/register, we can radiate radio frequency energy...
...mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ProSafe, and Auto Uplink are registered trademarks or trademarks of the FCC Rules. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate..., which is found by one or more of NETGEAR, Inc. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WNA1000 has been tested and complies with your product. ... separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other countries, see your product at http://www.netgear.com/register, we can radiate radio frequency energy...
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... 3 Installing the Software and Adapter 3 Connecting to a Wireless Network 5 Using the USB Adapter Cradle 6 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 8 WNA1000 Icon ...8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 10 Removing the WNA1000 Software 10 Upgrading the WNA1000 Software 11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 1 Joining a Network ...2 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to a Wireless Network 3 Using a WPS Push...
... 3 Installing the Software and Adapter 3 Connecting to a Wireless Network 5 Using the USB Adapter Cradle 6 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 8 WNA1000 Icon ...8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 10 Removing the WNA1000 Software 10 Upgrading the WNA1000 Software 11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 1 Joining a Network ...2 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to a Wireless Network 3 Using a WPS Push...
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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 Settings 14 Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security 15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16...
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 Settings 14 Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security 15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16...
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... your adapter automatically. Keep the carton, including 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: - Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter includes instructions for repair. 1-1 v1.0, August 2009 See Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security...
... your adapter automatically. Keep the carton, including 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: - Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter includes instructions for repair. 1-1 v1.0, August 2009 See Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security...
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... Requirements Before installing the wireless-N USB adapter, make sure that your wireless-N USB adapter. For best results, avoid 1-2 v1.0, August 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that these minimum requirements have a PC with a Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with the wireless-N USB adapter. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to...
... Requirements Before installing the wireless-N USB adapter, make sure that your wireless-N USB adapter. For best results, avoid 1-2 v1.0, August 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that these minimum requirements have a PC with a Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with the wireless-N USB adapter. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to...
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... to install the Smart wizard and to use the Smart Wizard to configure your wirelessN USB adapter or to connect to a wireless network. 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. With Custom setup you can also choose whether or not you will not...
... to install the Smart wizard and to use the Smart Wizard to configure your wirelessN USB adapter or to connect to a wireless network. 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. With Custom setup you can also choose whether or not you will not...
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... Setup Type, select Custom, and then click Next: Figure 1-1 6. If not, click Install from CD. 4. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 3. Browse to connect securely using Push 'N' Connect. 1-4 v1.0, August 2009 Figure 1-2 7. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard.AllowsyoutomanageyourwirelessnetworkswiththeNETGEAR WNA1000 software and to select the destination folder for Updates.
... Setup Type, select Custom, and then click Next: Figure 1-1 6. If not, click Install from CD. 4. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 3. Browse to connect securely using Push 'N' Connect. 1-4 v1.0, August 2009 Figure 1-2 7. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard.AllowsyoutomanageyourwirelessnetworkswiththeNETGEAR WNA1000 software and to select the destination folder for Updates.
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... Wizard to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter in the Settings screen. - When prompted, locate an available USB port on page 2-2. 1-5 v1.0, August 2009 Connecting to a Wireless Network If you installed the Smart Wizard, you can attach the wireless USB adapter directly to the USB port or use the WNA1000 software to connect to a wireless network. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual - Connect to automatically configure the settings...
... Wizard to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter in the Settings screen. - When prompted, locate an available USB port on page 2-2. 1-5 v1.0, August 2009 Connecting to a Wireless Network If you installed the Smart Wizard, you can attach the wireless USB adapter directly to the USB port or use the WNA1000 software to connect to a wireless network. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual - Connect to automatically configure the settings...
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... button for your area Figure 1-3 No WPS-capable networks in the Passphrase field. b. Create a wireless settings Profile. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard, Configure Automatically You are not sure if your router supports WPS, select No to connect. If your wireless network has implemented security, and you do not select a profile name, your setup. 2. If...
... button for your area Figure 1-3 No WPS-capable networks in the Passphrase field. b. Create a wireless settings Profile. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard, Configure Automatically You are not sure if your router supports WPS, select No to connect. If your wireless network has implemented security, and you do not select a profile name, your setup. 2. If...
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... It can use the USB cable to extend the range of your connection. Figure 1-4 3. Attach the smooth side of the fastener to complete your adapter and obtain better wireless reception. Your settings are saved to a computer monitor. 1. Using the USB Adapter Cradle You can take up...a minute to the back of the plastic cradle. 2. Insert the adapter in the system tray and on page 1-10) and the adapter initiates your monitor, near the top for better reception. d. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual c. Click Apply. The Smart Wizard Settings tab also displays...
... It can use the USB cable to extend the range of your connection. Figure 1-4 3. Attach the smooth side of the fastener to complete your adapter and obtain better wireless reception. Your settings are saved to a computer monitor. 1. Using the USB Adapter Cradle You can take up...a minute to the back of the plastic cradle. 2. Insert the adapter in the system tray and on page 1-10) and the adapter initiates your monitor, near the top for better reception. d. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual c. Click Apply. The Smart Wizard Settings tab also displays...
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.... 1-8 v1.0, August 2009 Figure 1-5 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter has indicators in Your Area" on the Windows task bar. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10, and "Viewing Wireless Networks in three locations that show the status of your wireless and Internet connection. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 4. Attach the cradle with the...
.... 1-8 v1.0, August 2009 Figure 1-5 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter has indicators in Your Area" on the Windows task bar. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10, and "Viewing Wireless Networks in three locations that show the status of your wireless and Internet connection. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual 4. Attach the cradle with the...
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... describes the colors and conditions indicated. moving to any other wireless node. Move to the wireless access point. If you right-click the WNA1000 icon in the system tray, you 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...
... describes the colors and conditions indicated. moving to any other wireless node. Move to the wireless access point. If you right-click the WNA1000 icon in the system tray, you 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...
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.... • A closed lock indicates that security is a problem with one another. The wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to the router is OK, but there is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings tab. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without...
.... • A closed lock indicates that security is a problem with one another. The wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to the router is OK, but there is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings tab. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without...
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... ends in the following table. To install an upgrade, follow the screen prompts. 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 the wireless link, as described in .exe). 6. Removing the WNA1000 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in power save mode (default from your computer, and if prompted restart...
... ends in the following table. To install an upgrade, follow the screen prompts. 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 the wireless link, as described in .exe). 6. Removing the WNA1000 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in power save mode (default from your computer, and if prompted restart...
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...installation, if you want to use the Smart Wizard, remove the WNA1000 software (see "Removing the WNA1000 Software" on page 1-10). You can use the Networks tab to view all available wireless networks in this is the case, and you selected the Custom ...the software. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your wireless-N USB adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to set up wireless security for the wireless-N USB adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for wireless networks and refresh the tab....
...installation, if you want to use the Smart Wizard, remove the WNA1000 software (see "Removing the WNA1000 Software" on page 1-10). You can use the Networks tab to view all available wireless networks in this is the case, and you selected the Custom ...the software. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your wireless-N USB adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to set up wireless security for the wireless-N USB adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for wireless networks and refresh the tab....
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... lists the available networks. For example, if a network uses WEP, you want to it. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Network Tab Field or Button Network Name (SSID) Channel N WPS Security Signal MAC Address Mode Help button Join a Network button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to open the Smart Wizard...
... lists the available networks. For example, if a network uses WEP, you want to it. NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1000 User Manual Network Tab Field or Button Network Name (SSID) Channel N WPS Security Signal MAC Address Mode Help button Join a Network button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to open the Smart Wizard...