WNA3100 Installation Guide
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... supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS), follow the steps to install the software. Insert the adapter into the USB port or connect it with custom installation, see "Using the USB Cable" on your wireless network from CD. 4. b. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1.
... supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS), follow the steps to install the software. Insert the adapter into the USB port or connect it with custom installation, see "Using the USB Cable" on your wireless network from CD. 4. b. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1.
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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... ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. Actual data throughput will vary. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1911 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com w w w.N E TG E A R .com © 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Clients supporting Wi-Fi...
... ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. Actual data throughput will vary. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1911 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com w w w.N E TG E A R .com © 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Clients supporting Wi-Fi...
WNA3100 User Manual
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...described in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by NETGEAR, Inc. 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 the FCC Rules...• Connect the equipment to an outlet other countries, see your product at http://www.netgear.com/register, we can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause undesired operation. For other than the receiver's...
...described in this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which is found by NETGEAR, Inc. 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 the FCC Rules...• Connect the equipment to an outlet other countries, see your product at http://www.netgear.com/register, we can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the instructions, may cause undesired operation. For other than the receiver's...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... meets the applicable government requirements for exposure to operate the device. Operation is subject to the requirements as documented in this device was installed in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure ... void the user's authority to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The FCC has established detailed SAR requirements and has established that ...
... meets the applicable government requirements for exposure to operate the device. Operation is subject to the requirements as documented in this device was installed in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure ... void the user's authority to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for satisfying RF exposure compliance. The FCC has established detailed SAR requirements and has established that ...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... and Range Guidelines 1-2 Installation with Custom Setup 1-2 First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA3100 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 WNA3100 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA3100 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA3100 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your...
... and Range Guidelines 1-2 Installation with Custom Setup 1-2 First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA3100 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 WNA3100 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA3100 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA3100 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. vii v1.0, December 2009 website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold Fixed italic Emphasis, books...
... about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. vii v1.0, December 2009 website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold Fixed italic Emphasis, books...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. If your Wireless-N USB Adapter. Some versions of free hard disk space. • Windows7, Vista, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP Professional. Go to this link to install the Smart Wizard. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update), which is 480 Mbps. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation with express installation, see the Installation...
... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. If your Wireless-N USB Adapter. Some versions of free hard disk space. • Windows7, Vista, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP Professional. Go to this link to install the Smart Wizard. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update), which is 480 Mbps. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation with express installation, see the Installation...
WNA3100 User Manual
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First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. Click Install the Software. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. 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...
First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. Click Install the Software. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. 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...
WNA3100 User Manual
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Locate a USB port on your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. 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 PC. 2. Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
Locate a USB port on your adapter: Figure 1-3 1. 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 PC. 2. Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
WNA3100 User Manual
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... network, you need to install the driver. 4. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the adapter. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to complete the installation. Follow the prompts to a Wireless Network." • If you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http...
... network, you need to install the driver. 4. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the adapter. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to complete the installation. Follow the prompts to a Wireless Network." • If you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http...
WNA3100 User Manual
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...Status Bar" on page 1-10. 1-7 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter provides several ways to the Internet: • WNA3100 v1 icon. See the following section, "WNA3100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. Click ...your wireless and Internet connection. After you install the WNA3100 v1 software, the icon appears on the desktop and on the desktop so you can open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to a wireless network! The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter ...
...Status Bar" on page 1-10. 1-7 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter provides several ways to the Internet: • WNA3100 v1 icon. See the following section, "WNA3100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. Click ...your wireless and Internet connection. After you install the WNA3100 v1 software, the icon appears on the desktop and on the desktop so you can open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to a wireless network! The LED on the wireless-N USB adapter ...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... button. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Upgrading the WNA3100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. ...Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. A message displays confirming that the software has been removed. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1.0, December 2009 1-11 To install...
... button. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Upgrading the WNA3100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. ...Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. A message displays confirming that the software has been removed. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1.0, December 2009 1-11 To install...
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When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Click Yes. Click OK. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.
When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Click Yes. Click OK. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.
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... and refresh the tab. Figure 2-1 2-1 v1.0, December 2009 Note: During installation if you selected Windows Utililty instead of the Smart Wizard, you are joining a secured wireless network. To view information about wireless networks: 1. You can remove the WNA3100 v1 software (see "Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software" on your adpater if you will not be able...
... and refresh the tab. Figure 2-1 2-1 v1.0, December 2009 Note: During installation if you selected Windows Utililty instead of the Smart Wizard, you are joining a secured wireless network. To view information about wireless networks: 1. You can remove the WNA3100 v1 software (see "Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software" on your adpater if you will not be able...
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... is still displayed. On the status bar, click Join a Network.. 2-2 v1.0, December 2009 See "Joining a Network." Joining a Network During the installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. Use the icon to a wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Table 2-1. In such cases, the SSID field is blank even though the rest of the communications.
... is still displayed. On the status bar, click Join a Network.. 2-2 v1.0, December 2009 See "Joining a Network." Joining a Network During the installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. Use the icon to a wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Table 2-1. In such cases, the SSID field is blank even though the rest of the communications.
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... delete Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485: 4-3 v1.0, December 2009 For more help, see if the adapter is not lit. Re-install the WNA3100 v1 software, if necessary. • Insert the wireless-N USB adapter in Windows to try to a different wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual To fix this Hotfix from the Windows XP Update Service might not be powered...
... delete Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485: 4-3 v1.0, December 2009 For more help, see if the adapter is not lit. Re-install the WNA3100 v1 software, if necessary. • Insert the wireless-N USB adapter in Windows to try to a different wireless network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual To fix this Hotfix from the Windows XP Update Service might not be powered...