WNA1100 Installation Guide
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... area a. b. Package Contents Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If not, then click Install from your PC. 2. Connect to a wireless network After the driver is installed you are saved in your area, select your adapter and connect. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 v1 This guide...
... area a. b. Package Contents Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If not, then click Install from your PC. 2. Connect to a wireless network After the driver is installed you are saved in your area, select your adapter and connect. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 v1 This guide...
WNA1100 Installation Guide
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... details about your wireless connection. 1 2 345 67 Understanding the Status Bar 1. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. November 6, 2009 The wireless channel used by NETGEAR, Inc. To optimize wireless data rate, connect...USB cable to the adapter and the computer. You can use the USB cable and adapter cradle to a router, but the router has a problem. Channel • Connected to Internet. • Connected to a network with wireless security. • An open lock indicates an open network without notice. See the User Manual...
... details about your wireless connection. 1 2 345 67 Understanding the Status Bar 1. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. November 6, 2009 The wireless channel used by NETGEAR, Inc. To optimize wireless data rate, connect...USB cable to the adapter and the computer. You can use the USB cable and adapter cradle to a router, but the router has a problem. Channel • Connected to Internet. • Connected to a network with wireless security. • An open lock indicates an open network without notice. See the User Manual...
WNA1100 User Manual
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... the user's authority to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. The highest SAR level measured for exposure to operate the...whilethe Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 was installed in this device was 1.380 W/kg. This model meets the applicable government requirements for this manual. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear....
... the user's authority to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. The highest SAR level measured for exposure to operate the...whilethe Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 was installed in this device was 1.380 W/kg. This model meets the applicable government requirements for this manual. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear....
WNA1100 User Manual
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... WNA1100v1 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA1100 v1 Adapter 1-4 Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network ......1-5 Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 1-7 WNA1100 v1 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA1100 v1 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA1100 v1 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-1 Joining...
... WNA1100v1 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA1100 v1 Adapter 1-4 Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network ......1-5 Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 1-7 WNA1100 v1 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA1100 v1 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA1100 v1 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-1 Joining...
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Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 2-11 Monitoring Statistics ...2-13 About Your Smart Wizard 2-14 Advanced Settings ...2-15 Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance Optimizing Wireless Performance 3-1 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 3-2 Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) Networking Technologies 3-3 Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements 3-4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...4-1 Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection 4-2 Occasional Windows XP...
Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 2-11 Monitoring Statistics ...2-13 About Your Smart Wizard 2-14 Advanced Settings ...2-15 Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance Optimizing Wireless Performance 3-1 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth 3-2 Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) Networking Technologies 3-3 Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements 3-4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...4-1 Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection 4-2 Occasional Windows XP...
WNA1100 User Manual
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... in the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA1100 v1.asp. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1. Note: Product updates are described in Appendix B, "Related Documents." Conventions, Formats, and Scope The...
... in the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA1100 v1.asp. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1. Note: Product updates are described in Appendix B, "Related Documents." Conventions, Formats, and Scope The...
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Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Revision History Part Number Version Number Date Description 202-10588-01 1.0 November Original publication 2009 viii v1.0, December 2009
Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Revision History Part Number Version Number Date Description 202-10588-01 1.0 November Original publication 2009 viii v1.0, December 2009
WNA1100 User Manual
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... installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 Installation Guide. You can specify where the files are installed. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is limited to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86 1-1 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation...
... installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 Installation Guide. You can specify where the files are installed. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is limited to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86 1-1 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation...
WNA1100 User Manual
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... select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless-N USB adapter at a range that varies significantly based on the physical location of interference, such as... meter) away from CD. 4. For best results, avoid potential sources of the computer with Express installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 Installation Guide. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If the CD main screen does not display, ...
... select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless-N USB adapter at a range that varies significantly based on the physical location of interference, such as... meter) away from CD. 4. For best results, avoid potential sources of the computer with Express installation, see the NETGEAR Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100 Installation Guide. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If the CD main screen does not display, ...
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Manual. Automatically. Specify the settings for your wireless networks with the NETGEAR WNA1100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Connect to and manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Select one of the following methods to select the destination folder for your wireless networks using Push...
Manual. Automatically. Specify the settings for your wireless networks with the NETGEAR WNA1100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Connect to and manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Select one of the following methods to select the destination folder for your wireless networks using Push...
WNA1100 User Manual
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Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on your router. 3. Click Next. Follow the onscreen prompts to insert your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your PC. 2. The WNA1100 v1 software detects the adapter. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA1100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to install the driver. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on your router. 3. Click Next. Follow the onscreen prompts to insert your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your PC. 2. The WNA1100 v1 software detects the adapter. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA1100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to install the driver. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
WNA1100 User Manual
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...NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to enter the passphrase or network key. 1-5 v1.0, December 2009 If you select a secured network, you need to a Wireless Network." • If you selected manual... to a Wireless Network After the driver is installed, you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your wireless network from the list and click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 4. Follow the...
...NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to enter the passphrase or network key. 1-5 v1.0, December 2009 If you select a secured network, you need to a Wireless Network." • If you selected manual... to a Wireless Network After the driver is installed, you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your wireless network from the list and click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 4. Follow the...
WNA1100 User Manual
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The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds. The LED flashes. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. The following screen displays: Figure 1-6 Press and hold the push button on your router supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS) click Next. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 Click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2.
The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds. The LED flashes. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. The following screen displays: Figure 1-6 Press and hold the push button on your router supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS) click Next. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 Click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2.
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.... The status bar at the bottom of your wireless link. See the following section, "WNA1100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on the right end of the connection. It is color coded to the Internet: • WNA1100 v1 icon. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. After you can open the Smart Wizard to...
.... The status bar at the bottom of your wireless link. See the following section, "WNA1100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on the right end of the connection. It is color coded to the Internet: • WNA1100 v1 icon. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. After you can open the Smart Wizard to...
WNA1100 User Manual
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... right-click the WNA1100 v1 icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. The following table describes the colors and conditions indicated. The adapter is connected to a The wireless link is lost. Also, look for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is connected... the wireless signal quality is not connected The wireless-N USB adapter cannot link to any other wireless to the router. closer to a wireless network. Figure 1-9 In Microsoft Windows 7 and Vista, there is one end of the adapter. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA1100 v1 Icon The WNA1100 v1 ...
... right-click the WNA1100 v1 icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. The following table describes the colors and conditions indicated. The adapter is connected to a The wireless link is lost. Also, look for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is connected... the wireless signal quality is not connected The wireless-N USB adapter cannot link to any other wireless to the router. closer to a wireless network. Figure 1-9 In Microsoft Windows 7 and Vista, there is one end of the adapter. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA1100 v1 Icon The WNA1100 v1 ...
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... when the signal is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings tab. See Chapter 3, "Wireless Network Performance." The wireless channel used by the network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to interpret the Smart Wizard status bar. Click Join a Network to Router. The...
... when the signal is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings tab. See Chapter 3, "Wireless Network Performance." The wireless channel used by the network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to interpret the Smart Wizard status bar. Click Join a Network to Router. The...
WNA1100 User Manual
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... wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of these ways: • Select All Programs > NETGEAR WN1100 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WN100 Software. • Select Control Panel > Add or Remove Program, and then select the NETGEAR WNA1100v1 wireless USB 2.0 adapter. 2. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter...
... wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of these ways: • Select All Programs > NETGEAR WN1100 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WN100 Software. • Select Control Panel > Add or Remove Program, and then select the NETGEAR WNA1100v1 wireless USB 2.0 adapter. 2. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED Off Blinking Solid Meaning • The wireless-N USB adapter...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. Click the Software Update Check button. A message displays confirming that the software has been removed. Upgrading the WNA1100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the...
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. Click the Software Update Check button. A message displays confirming that the software has been removed. Upgrading the WNA1100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the...
WNA1100 User Manual
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Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Click Yes. Click OK. When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.
Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Click Yes. Click OK. When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.
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...button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to open the Smart Wizard. The access point supports wireless N mode. The signal strength of the information is still displayed. Close the window. After installation you can use...the icon to a wireless network. Clicking Scan refreshes the screen. As a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. The access point supports WPS. Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Table 2-1. The hardware address (MAC address) of wireless network-Access Point (...
...button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to open the Smart Wizard. The access point supports wireless N mode. The signal strength of the information is still displayed. Close the window. After installation you can use...the icon to a wireless network. Clicking Scan refreshes the screen. As a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. The access point supports WPS. Wireless-N 150 USB Adapter WNA1100v1 User Manual Table 2-1. The hardware address (MAC address) of wireless network-Access Point (...