WNDA3100v2 Installation Guide
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...; If no WPS-capable devices are available: • The Express method, presented here, uses the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to install and configure the adapter automatically and allow you to connect to a wireless network! 6. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 Package Contents • Wireless USB Adapter • USB cable and cradle • Resource CD (includes warranty and customer support information) • Installation...
...; If no WPS-capable devices are available: • The Express method, presented here, uses the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to install and configure the adapter automatically and allow you to connect to a wireless network! 6. )NSTALLATION'UIDE NETGEAR RangeMax™ Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 Package Contents • Wireless USB Adapter • USB cable and cradle • Resource CD (includes warranty and customer support information) • Installation...
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...router. Registration via our website is Profile. Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle and attach the USB cable to the side of one another channel. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of your wireless connection. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Understanding the ...www.NETGEAR.com/register. You can interfere with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet connection. Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you can use our telephone support service. Affixing the USB Adapter Cradle You can use the USB cable and adapter ...
...router. Registration via our website is Profile. Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle and attach the USB cable to the side of one another channel. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of your wireless connection. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Understanding the ...www.NETGEAR.com/register. You can interfere with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet connection. Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you can use our telephone support service. Affixing the USB Adapter Cradle You can use the USB cable and adapter ...
WNDA3100v2 Product Datasheet
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...; Avoids interference No. RangeMax™ Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 DUAL BAND ‡ Data Sheet draft 802.11n 2.4 GHz 5 GHz Better connections using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) - of a button • Wirelessly surf, email, stream HD video, play online games, make Internet phone calls • Works with NETGEAR and other Wireless-G and Wireless-N devices Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections with a RangeMax Wireless-N Router for You...
...; Avoids interference No. RangeMax™ Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 DUAL BAND ‡ Data Sheet draft 802.11n 2.4 GHz 5 GHz Better connections using Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) - of a button • Wirelessly surf, email, stream HD video, play online games, make Internet phone calls • Works with NETGEAR and other Wireless-G and Wireless-N devices Features • Delivers consistent wireless connections with a RangeMax Wireless-N Router for You...
WNDA3100v2 Product Datasheet
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... trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Innovation, FrontView, IntelliFi, PowerShift, ProSafe, ProSecure, RAIDar, RAIDiator, X-RAID, RangeMax, ReadyNAS and Smart Wizard are for 90 days from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary. RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 System Requirements • Desktop or notebook PC...
... trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Innovation, FrontView, IntelliFi, PowerShift, ProSafe, ProSecure, RAIDar, RAIDiator, X-RAID, RangeMax, ReadyNAS and Smart Wizard are for 90 days from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary. RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 System Requirements • Desktop or notebook PC...
WNDA3100v2 User Manual
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• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a...) compliance. Operation is subject to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 has been tested for exposure to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. The FCC... as set forth for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to operate the device. Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210...
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver's • Consult a...) compliance. Operation is subject to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 has been tested for exposure to the following two conditions: (1) This device may cause undesired operation. The FCC... as set forth for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear could void the user's authority to operate the device. Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210...
WNDA3100v2 User Manual
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... the WNDA3100v2 Software 4 Inserting the Wireless-N USB Adapter 5 Connecting to a Wireless Network 6 Using the USB Adapter Cradle 8 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 10 WNDA3100v2 Icon ...10 Smart Wizard Status Bar 11 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 12 Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software 13 Upgrading the WNDA3100v2 Software 13 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 1 Joining a Network ...2 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to a Wireless Network...
... the WNDA3100v2 Software 4 Inserting the Wireless-N USB Adapter 5 Connecting to a Wireless Network 6 Using the USB Adapter Cradle 8 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 10 WNDA3100v2 Icon ...10 Smart Wizard Status Bar 11 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 12 Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software 13 Upgrading the WNDA3100v2 Software 13 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 1 Joining a Network ...2 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Connect to a Wireless Network...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Creating a Profile ...8 Access Point Profiles 9 Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile 10 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 12 About Wireless Security 13 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 14 Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security 15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16...
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Creating a Profile ...8 Access Point Profiles 9 Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile 10 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 12 About Wireless Security 13 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 14 Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security 15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 16...
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... software is explained in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - This method is installed, and select either the NETGEAR Smart Wizard or the Windows utility to protect your network from unauthorized access. Warranty and Support...
... software is explained in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - This method is installed, and select either the NETGEAR Smart Wizard or the Windows utility to protect your network from unauthorized access. Warranty and Support...
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... 1.1 port. Go to the following link to complete the installation of the WNDA3100v2 driver software. If your wireless-N USB adapter. Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the wireless router or access point. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements...
... 1.1 port. Go to the following link to complete the installation of the WNDA3100v2 driver software. If your wireless-N USB adapter. Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the wireless router or access point. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements...
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... Smart Wizard utility or use only the Windows utility to configure and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. • Custom installation using Push 'N' Connect (WPS). - Configure wireless settings for better wireless throughput if your wireless-N USB adapter. - See "Advanced Settings" on page 2-23. Save your wireless network settings in your area. - NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual potential sources of tools to 5 GHz for your...
... Smart Wizard utility or use only the Windows utility to configure and manage your wireless-N USB adapter. • Custom installation using Push 'N' Connect (WPS). - Configure wireless settings for better wireless throughput if your wireless-N USB adapter. - See "Advanced Settings" on page 2-23. Save your wireless network settings in your area. - NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual potential sources of tools to 5 GHz for your...
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... the Setup Type, select Custom, and then click Next: Figure 1-1 6. Insert the Resource CD. If you are connected to select the destination folder for Updates. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Installing the WNDA3100v2 Software To install the wireless-N USB adapter with custom setup: 1. If the CD main page does not display, browse the files on the CD and...
... the Setup Type, select Custom, and then click Next: Figure 1-1 6. Insert the Resource CD. If you are connected to select the destination folder for Updates. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Installing the WNDA3100v2 Software To install the wireless-N USB adapter with custom setup: 1. If the CD main page does not display, browse the files on the CD and...
WNDA3100v2 User Manual
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... configuration utility. Follow the on your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect. - NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Smart Wizard. For more information about Windows utilities, see "Using the USB Adapter Cradle" on which Windows operating system you selected Smart Wizard, then click Next and continue with the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 software and to connect your wireless networks with the following : • Windows...
... configuration utility. Follow the on your wireless networks using Push 'N' Connect. - NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Smart Wizard. For more information about Windows utilities, see "Using the USB Adapter Cradle" on which Windows operating system you selected Smart Wizard, then click Next and continue with the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 software and to connect your wireless networks with the following : • Windows...
WNDA3100v2 User Manual
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NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Connecting to a Wireless Network If you installed the Smart Wizard, you want to use the WNDA3100v2 software to connect to a wireless network: • If your setup. 1-6 v1.0, June 2009 If your router supports WPS, select No to connect wirelessly with one of security (WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK) and you need the passphrase to complete...
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Connecting to a Wireless Network If you installed the Smart Wizard, you want to use the WNDA3100v2 software to connect to a wireless network: • If your setup. 1-6 v1.0, June 2009 If your router supports WPS, select No to connect wirelessly with one of security (WEP, WPA-PSK, or WPA2-PSK) and you need the passphrase to complete...
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....0, June 2009 If you did not use Push 'N' Connect, select the radio button for your settings in the field. If your wireless network has implemented security, and you do not enter a profile name, your settings and then click Finish. d. Click Next. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Create a wireless settings Profile. Review your settings will be saved...
....0, June 2009 If you did not use Push 'N' Connect, select the radio button for your settings in the field. If your wireless network has implemented security, and you do not enter a profile name, your settings and then click Finish. d. Click Next. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Create a wireless settings Profile. Review your settings will be saved...
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... button during installation, the Settings screen displays: If you selected 3. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual e. Your settings are in a location with an unsecured wireless network, the Setup Wizard automatically connects to it. • If the wireless networks in the system tray and on page 2-2. Using the USB Adapter Cradle You can take up to a minute to the profile...
... button during installation, the Settings screen displays: If you selected 3. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual e. Your settings are in a location with an unsecured wireless network, the Setup Wizard automatically connects to it. • If the wireless networks in the system tray and on page 2-2. Using the USB Adapter Cradle You can take up to a minute to the profile...
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... Yellow Green Condition Description The wireless-N USB adapter The wireless-N USB adapter cannot link to show the status of your wireless and Internet connection. Also, look for possible interference such as closer to a location where the wireless signal quality is wireless node. moving to the wireless access point. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter has indicators in the...
... Yellow Green Condition Description The wireless-N USB adapter The wireless-N USB adapter cannot link to show the status of your wireless and Internet connection. Also, look for possible interference such as closer to a location where the wireless signal quality is wireless node. moving to the wireless access point. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter has indicators in the...
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... Wizard. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Identifies which wireless network you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-11 The following figure. v1.0, June 2009 1-11 NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual If you right-click the WNDA3100v2 icon in the following table...
... Wizard. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Security Identifies which wireless network you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Figure 1-11 The following figure. v1.0, June 2009 1-11 NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual If you right-click the WNDA3100v2 icon in the following table...
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..., but it is in to Router. More dots indicates a stronger signal. The wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. 1-12 v1.0, June 2009 See the online help or Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Data rate Signal strength...
..., but it is in to Router. More dots indicates a stronger signal. The wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is not sending or receiving data. 1-12 v1.0, June 2009 See the online help or Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Data rate Signal strength...
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...the Custom Setup Type, and leave the Smart Wizard radio button selected. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can also scan to use the Smart Wizard, remove the WNDA3100v2 software (see "Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software" on page 1-13). T. Figure 2-1 2-1 v1.0, June 2009 To..., and the Windows Utility radio button, the features described in your area. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your wireless-N USB adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to reinstall the software. Then You can interfere with ...
...the Custom Setup Type, and leave the Smart Wizard radio button selected. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can also scan to use the Smart Wizard, remove the WNDA3100v2 software (see "Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software" on page 1-13). T. Figure 2-1 2-1 v1.0, June 2009 To..., and the Windows Utility radio button, the features described in your area. Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your wireless-N USB adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to reinstall the software. Then You can interfere with ...
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... settings for the network that as a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Network Tab Field or Button Network Name (SSID) Channel N WPS Security Signal MAC Address Mode Help button Join a Network button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to it. The...
... settings for the network that as a security measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSID. NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Network Tab Field or Button Network Name (SSID) Channel N WPS Security Signal MAC Address Mode Help button Join a Network button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to it. The...