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... WPS button on your adapter. 1. Accept the license agreement. Locate a USB port on your router. 3. The WNA3100 software detects the adapter. If your router supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS), follow the steps to insert your adapter and connect. Follow the wizard steps to install the driver. Then, install your WNA3100 adapter You are connected to enter the passphrase or network key. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the USB cable (see the User Manual on the Resource CD. Connect to a wireless network: a: WPS...
... WPS button on your adapter. 1. Accept the license agreement. Locate a USB port on your router. 3. The WNA3100 software detects the adapter. If your router supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS), follow the steps to insert your adapter and connect. Follow the wizard steps to install the driver. Then, install your WNA3100 adapter You are connected to enter the passphrase or network key. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the USB cable (see the User Manual on the Resource CD. Connect to a wireless network: a: WPS...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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... with NETGEAR and other Wireless-G and Wireless-N devices Features • Customized cradle to allow flexible placement of free channels Surf the Internet, email and online chat Push 'N' Connect easy security Multiple file sharing HD videos and log-free network gaming Wireless -G Up to 54 Mbps Good 3 Wireless -N 300 Up to 300 Mbps Better 3 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless -N Up to 270+270 Mbps Best Up to 23 Use with the included cradle for maximum...
... with NETGEAR and other Wireless-G and Wireless-N devices Features • Customized cradle to allow flexible placement of free channels Surf the Internet, email and online chat Push 'N' Connect easy security Multiple file sharing HD videos and log-free network gaming Wireless -G Up to 54 Mbps Good 3 Wireless -N 300 Up to 300 Mbps Better 3 RangeMax Dual Band Wireless -N Up to 270+270 Mbps Best Up to 23 Use with the included cradle for maximum...
WNA3100 User Manual
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Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a particular installation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase...
Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a particular installation. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. Operation is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 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 Connection Problems 4-3 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 4-4 Appendix A...
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 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 Connection Problems 4-3 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 4-4 Appendix A...
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... in Appendix B, "Related Documents." Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100.
... in Appendix B, "Related Documents." Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100.
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Revision History Part Number Version Number Date Description 202-10539-01 1.0 November Original publication 2009 viii v1.0, December 2009
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Revision History Part Number Version Number Date Description 202-10539-01 1.0 November Original publication 2009 viii v1.0, December 2009
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.... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation with an available USB port. With custom setup you want to that port's maximum speed, which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 14 Mbps. • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of the WNA3100 v1 driver software. Note: For help with express installation, see the Installation Guide for the original Windows operating system installation files to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details...
.... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation with an available USB port. With custom setup you want to that port's maximum speed, which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 14 Mbps. • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of the WNA3100 v1 driver software. Note: For help with express installation, see the Installation Guide for the original Windows operating system installation files to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details...
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... help with Express installation, see the Installation Guide for Updates. Click Install the Software. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. 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 the following: • Large metal surfaces • Microwave ovens • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors...
... help with Express installation, see the Installation Guide for Updates. Click Install the Software. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. 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 the following: • Large metal surfaces • Microwave ovens • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices can connect over wireless networks indoors...
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... NETGEAR WNA3100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Let the Smart Wizard automatically configure the settings for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard. Connect to configure and manage your wireless-N USB adapter in the Settings screen. • Windows Utility. Manual. Select one of the following methods to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings for your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect, also called WPS. - Automatically. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual...
... NETGEAR WNA3100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Let the Smart Wizard automatically configure the settings for your wireless network: • Smart Wizard. Connect to configure and manage your wireless-N USB adapter in the Settings screen. • Windows Utility. Manual. Select one of the following methods to and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings for your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect, also called WPS. - Automatically. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual...
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Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009 Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. Locate a USB port on your PC. 2.
Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009 Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. Locate a USB port on your PC. 2.
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... list and click Next. Follow the prompts to install the driver. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. See "Joining a Network" on what you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network." • If you need...
... list and click Next. Follow the prompts to install the driver. 4. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. See "Joining a Network" on what you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network." • If you need...
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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. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 The LED flashes. 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. Click Next. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two.
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. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 The LED flashes. 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. Click Next. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two.
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.... • Smart Wizard status bar. The status bar at the bottom of the connection. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-9. • Adapter LED. Profile name Status bar Figure 1-8 You are now connected to show the status of the screen shows details about your wireless link. It is color coded to a wireless network! Clicking opens the Smart Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. After you can open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to the Internet: • WNA3100 v1 icon.
.... • Smart Wizard status bar. The status bar at the bottom of the connection. See "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-9. • Adapter LED. Profile name Status bar Figure 1-8 You are now connected to show the status of the screen shows details about your wireless link. It is color coded to a wireless network! Clicking opens the Smart Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. After you can open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to the Internet: • WNA3100 v1 icon.
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... or large metal surface. node, or the link is better. If you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. Move to the router. Figure 1-10 If you must set up the wireless adapter with an wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray, on the condition of the taskbar...
... or large metal surface. node, or the link is better. If you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. Move to the router. Figure 1-10 If you must set up the wireless adapter with an wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray, on the condition of the taskbar...
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...Wizard status bar. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with one another. Connection status Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Figure 1-11 The following table describes how to Internet. The wireless channel used by the network. The status of the Settings tab. Click Join a Network to open network without wireless security. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to start the Connection...
...Wizard status bar. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with one another. Connection status Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Figure 1-11 The following table describes how to Internet. The wireless channel used by the network. The status of the Settings tab. Click Join a Network to open network without wireless security. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to start the Connection...
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... connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is in the following screen displays: Figure 1-12 1-10 v1.0, December 2009 Use the Windows Start menu in either of the wireless link, as described in power save mode (default from power up or reset). • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for a network. • The wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software To remove the wireless adapter software: 1. The following table. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED...
... connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is in the following screen displays: Figure 1-12 1-10 v1.0, December 2009 Use the Windows Start menu in either of the wireless link, as described in power save mode (default from power up or reset). • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for a network. • The wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software To remove the wireless adapter software: 1. The following table. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Wireless-N USB Adapter LED...
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... must have a specific reason to advanced settings, click the Advanced Settings button on the Settings tab. Lowering the rate reduces the chance of interference with other nearby access points but also reduces the range of your wireless connection to see if an upgrade is available. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Table 2-3. Advanced Settings The default advanced settings usually work fine. To go to do so. Auto Check check box Automatically check the NETGEAR website every 30 days...
... must have a specific reason to advanced settings, click the Advanced Settings button on the Settings tab. Lowering the rate reduces the chance of interference with other nearby access points but also reduces the range of your wireless connection to see if an upgrade is available. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Table 2-3. Advanced Settings The default advanced settings usually work fine. To go to do so. Auto Check check box Automatically check the NETGEAR website every 30 days...
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..., wireless security is likely to 30 Mbps per stream. To get the best performance, use of these older wireless technologies in your building's AC wiring. When you add new Powerline products, you can configure an individual network password to prevent neighbors from connecting. Note: Actual data throughput varies. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of multiple antennas also provides excellent range and coverage. Gigabit Ethernet...
..., wireless security is likely to 30 Mbps per stream. To get the best performance, use of these older wireless technologies in your building's AC wiring. When you add new Powerline products, you can configure an individual network password to prevent neighbors from connecting. Note: Actual data throughput varies. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of multiple antennas also provides excellent range and coverage. Gigabit Ethernet...
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... information about your router. 4-2 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If you still cannot access the Internet, see "Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection." 6. Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection You can connect to the wireless network, but you do not have a USB 2.0 port on the network or to open the Smart Wizard. Click the link to the 14 Mbps of the Settings tab. First, check to make sure that the IP addresses and the Windows networking are configured correctly.
... information about your router. 4-2 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If you still cannot access the Internet, see "Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection." 6. Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection You can connect to the wireless network, but you do not have a USB 2.0 port on the network or to open the Smart Wizard. Click the link to the 14 Mbps of the Settings tab. First, check to make sure that the IP addresses and the Windows networking are configured correctly.
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... to the Internet, might have dropped wireless connections, or both when using the wireless-N USB adapter. The LED blinks, but is unsuccessful. • The router might not be able to connect to get an IP address, check the router's DHCP settings. Re-install the WNA3100 v1 software, if necessary. • Insert the wireless-N USB adapter in the Control Panel. Connection Status Shows ---.---.-.This can occur if you can delete this problem you upgraded your WNA3100 v1 software and...
... to the Internet, might have dropped wireless connections, or both when using the wireless-N USB adapter. The LED blinks, but is unsuccessful. • The router might not be able to connect to get an IP address, check the router's DHCP settings. Re-install the WNA3100 v1 software, if necessary. • Insert the wireless-N USB adapter in the Control Panel. Connection Status Shows ---.---.-.This can occur if you can delete this problem you upgraded your WNA3100 v1 software and...
