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... network, you need to a wireless network! You are in your area, select your adapter and connect. Note: For help with the USB cable (see the User Manual on the Resource CD. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. The Software Update ...the passphrase or network key. The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the desktop so you can name. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. If the CD main ...
... network, you need to a wireless network! You are in your area, select your adapter and connect. Note: For help with the USB cable (see the User Manual on the Resource CD. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. The Software Update ...the passphrase or network key. The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the desktop so you can name. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. If the CD main ...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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... or Modem Router for maximum performance WNR2000 24/7 TECHNICAL S U P P O R T* 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) Email: info@NETGEAR.com WNR3500 DGN2000 300† 150 54 300 Speed † Avoids interference No. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Data Sheet N300 2.4 GHz Upgrade your router STEP 3 Connect securely The NETGEAR Difference WNA3100 Customized cradle Push 'N' Connect Easy Smart Wizard setup Reliable and compatible Expert technical...
... or Modem Router for maximum performance WNR2000 24/7 TECHNICAL S U P P O R T* 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) Email: info@NETGEAR.com WNR3500 DGN2000 300† 150 54 300 Speed † Avoids interference No. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Data Sheet N300 2.4 GHz Upgrade your router STEP 3 Connect securely The NETGEAR Difference WNA3100 Customized cradle Push 'N' Connect Easy Smart Wizard setup Reliable and compatible Expert technical...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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... specifications. Other brand names mentioned herein are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. This product is packaged with Clients supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) D-WNA3100-0 in ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. "N", "Wireless-N" and "draft 802.11n" refer to compliance with IEEE...
... specifications. Other brand names mentioned herein are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. This product is packaged with Clients supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) D-WNA3100-0 in ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. "N", "Wireless-N" and "draft 802.11n" refer to compliance with IEEE...
WNA3100 User Manual
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...• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a residential installation. ... ii v1.0, December 2009 NETGEAR does not assume any interference received, including interference that may occur due to Part 15 of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies...
...• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a residential installation. ... ii v1.0, December 2009 NETGEAR does not assume any interference received, including interference that may occur due to Part 15 of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies...
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FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0 iii v1.0, December 2009 End...
FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with RSS-210 of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0 iii v1.0, December 2009 End...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... 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 Area 2-1 Joining...
... 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 Area 2-1 Joining...
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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...
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...
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... time or resources. • Scope. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to highlight information of this manual are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold... manual is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. vii v1.0, December 2009 Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats...
... time or resources. • Scope. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to highlight information of this manual are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold... manual is used to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. vii v1.0, December 2009 Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats...
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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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...USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter 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 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 Guide for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Some versions of a USB v2.0 port is 14 Mbps...
...USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter 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 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 Guide for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Some versions of a USB v2.0 port is 14 Mbps...
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... 2009 The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. Installation with Custom Setup Note: For help with the wireless-N USB adapter. First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. Accept the license agreement. Then select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click...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 least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly based on...
... 2009 The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. Installation with Custom Setup Note: For help with the wireless-N USB adapter. First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. Accept the license agreement. Then select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click...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 least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly based on...
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... automatically configure the settings for your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Automatically. Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings for your wireless networks with the NETGEAR WNA3100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Connect to and manage your wireless network: • Smart Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. When prompted...
... automatically configure the settings for your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Automatically. Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings for your wireless networks with the NETGEAR WNA3100 v1 software and connect securely using only the Windows configuration utility. 1-3 v1.0, December 2009 Connect to and manage your wireless network: • Smart Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. When prompted...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your PC. 2. Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on 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 router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your PC. 2. Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on 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 router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009
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... Follow the prompts to install the driver. 4. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network." • If you connect to a network depends on page 2-2. • To use a Windows utility, see the following ... network, you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. How you selected manual configuration, the Settings tab displays. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the...
... Follow the prompts to install the driver. 4. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network." • If you connect to a network depends on page 2-2. • To use a Windows utility, see the following ... network, you are in your area, select your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. How you selected manual configuration, the Settings tab displays. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 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. The LED flashes. Click Next. The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds.
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 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. The LED flashes. Click Next. The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds.
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.... The LED on the right end of the Windows task bar. 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 "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-9. • Adapter LED. See the following section, "WNA3100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. Profile name Status bar...
.... The LED on the right end of the Windows task bar. 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 "Wireless-N USB Adapter LED" on page 1-9. • Adapter LED. See the following section, "WNA3100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. Profile name Status bar...
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... set up the wireless adapter with an wireless network. The adapter is connected to the router. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. node, or the link is weak. If you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is...
... set up the wireless adapter with an wireless network. The adapter is connected to the router. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. node, or the link is weak. If you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is...
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... Usually, you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with the router. 1-9 v1.0, December 2009 The status bar is a problem with a high-speed router or access...interpret the Smart Wizard status bar. Connection status Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Figure 1-11 The following table describes how to start the Connection Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network...
... Usually, you have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to a network with the router. 1-9 v1.0, December 2009 The status bar is a problem with a high-speed router or access...interpret the Smart Wizard status bar. Connection status Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Figure 1-11 The following table describes how to start the Connection Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network...
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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 WNA3100 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WNA3100 Software. • Select Control Panel > Add or Remove Program, and then select the NETGEAR WNA3100 wireless USB 2.0 adapter. 2. Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software To remove the wireless adapter software: 1. The wireless-N USB adapter is connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is in...
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 WNA3100 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WNA3100 Software. • Select Control Panel > Add or Remove Program, and then select the NETGEAR WNA3100 wireless USB 2.0 adapter. 2. Removing the WNA3100 v1 Software To remove the wireless adapter software: 1. The wireless-N USB adapter is connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is in...
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Upgrading the WNA3100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1....0, December 2009 1-11 If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. Click the Software Update Check button. To install an upgrade: 1. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. A message displays ...
Upgrading the WNA3100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1....0, December 2009 1-11 If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. Click the Software Update Check button. To install an upgrade: 1. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. A message displays ...