WNA3100 Installation Guide
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... WPS button on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Click Install the Software. If not, then click Install from your...
... WPS button on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. Estimated completion time: 10 minutes. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Click Install the Software. If not, then click Install from your...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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... with fewer dropped connections or dead spots • Use the adapter for notebook PC or with a Wireless-N Router or Modem Router for You? 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...
... with fewer dropped connections or dead spots • Use the adapter for notebook PC or with a Wireless-N Router or Modem Router for You? 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...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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...07 x 0.94 x 0.35 in) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of their respective holder(s). Other brand names mentioned herein are...-1911 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com w w w.N E TG E A R .com © 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter System Requirements ...
...07 x 0.94 x 0.35 in) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of their respective holder(s). Other brand names mentioned herein are...-1911 1-888-NETGEAR (638-4327) E-mail: info@NETGEAR.com w w w.N E TG E A R .com © 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter System Requirements ...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. 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. NETGEAR, INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you register your Support information card. However, there...
... and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. 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. NETGEAR, INC. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you register your Support information card. However, there...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... instructions for exposure to operate the device. EU Declaration of Conformity Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus...Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was 1.380 W/kg. The highest SAR level measured for this device must follow operation instruction as set forth for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. Industry Canada Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100...
... instructions for exposure to operate the device. EU Declaration of Conformity Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus...Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was 1.380 W/kg. The highest SAR level measured for this device must follow operation instruction as set forth for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. Industry Canada Statement This device complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100...
WNA3100 User Manual
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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...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. 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...
... the links to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. 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...
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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
WNA3100 User Manual
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... 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. Note: The maximum speed of the WNA3100 v1 driver software. Some versions of Windows ask for the original Windows operating system installation files...
... 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. Note: The maximum speed of the WNA3100 v1 driver software. Some versions of Windows ask for the original Windows operating system installation files...
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... or metal mesh, the effective range decreases if such materials are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the Setup Type screen. 1-2 v1.0, ...-click Autorun.exe. 2. First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. 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 least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly...
... or metal mesh, the effective range decreases if such materials are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the Setup Type screen. 1-2 v1.0, ...-click Autorun.exe. 2. First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1. 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 least 4 feet (over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... manage your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect, also called WPS. - Select one of the following methods to select the destination folder 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 Automatically. Manual. Manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual...
... manage your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect, also called WPS. - Select one of the following methods to select the destination folder 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 Automatically. Manual. Manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. 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 PC. 2. 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
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. 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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If you select a secured network, you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Click Next. Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to...
If you select a secured network, you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the installation. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Click Next. Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2. Click Next. 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
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2. Click Next. 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
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... Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The LED on the right end of your connection to a wireless network and to a wireless network! It is color coded to a different wireless network. 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 check the status of the Windows task bar. The status bar...
... Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The LED on the right end of your connection to a wireless network and to a wireless network! It is color coded to a different wireless network. 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 check the status of the Windows task bar. The status bar...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... 2.4 GHz cordless phone or large metal surface. If you right-click the WNA3100 v1 icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. 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 in the system tray, you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR...
... 2.4 GHz cordless phone or large metal surface. If you right-click the WNA3100 v1 icon in the Microsoft Windows desktop. 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 in the system tray, you can disable Internet notification by clearing the check mark. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR...
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. To optimize the wireless data rate, connect to start the Connection Wizard. Click Join a Network to a network with a high-speed router or access ... • Connected to the router is OK, but there is strongest. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Channel Data rate Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Identifies which wireless network you experience higher data rate when the signal is a problem with one another. More dots...
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open network without wireless security. To optimize the wireless data rate, connect to start the Connection Wizard. Click Join a Network to a network with a high-speed router or access ... • Connected to the router is OK, but there is strongest. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Channel Data rate Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Identifies which wireless network you experience higher data rate when the signal is a problem with one another. More dots...
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... either of the wireless link, as described in the following screen displays: Figure 1-12 1-10 v1.0, December 2009 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.
... either of the wireless link, as described in the following screen displays: Figure 1-12 1-10 v1.0, December 2009 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.
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... install an upgrade: 1. Click the Software Update Check button. If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. 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. A message displays confirming that the software has been...
... install an upgrade: 1. Click the Software Update Check button. If a newer version of firmware is found at the NETGEAR website. 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. A message displays confirming that the software has been...
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When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Click OK. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Click Yes. 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 OK. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Click Yes. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.