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When operating in the following metropolitan regions (départements) in France, this device may be operated under the following conditions: Indoors using any channel in the 2.4-2.4835 GHz band (Channels 1-13) Outdoors using channels in the 2.4-2.454 GHz band (Channels 1-7) When operating outside of the 2.4GHz band in France: http://www.art-telecom.fr/eng/index.htm. Please refer to the...
When operating in the following metropolitan regions (départements) in France, this device may be operated under the following conditions: Indoors using any channel in the 2.4-2.4835 GHz band (Channels 1-13) Outdoors using channels in the 2.4-2.454 GHz band (Channels 1-7) When operating outside of the 2.4GHz band in France: http://www.art-telecom.fr/eng/index.htm. Please refer to the...
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...and Range Guidelines 3-2 Two Basic Operating Modes 3-3 WG111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings 3-4 Basic Installation Instructions 3-4 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111 3-5 For Windows 2000 & 98SE/Me Users Installing a WG111 3-9 WG111 Wireless Connection Indicators 3-13 Interpreting the LED on the WG111 3-13 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors 3-14 Chapter 4 Configuration Understanding the Configuration Options 4-1 Using Configuration Profiles 4-1 Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode 4-2 How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile 4-2 Connecting to...
...and Range Guidelines 3-2 Two Basic Operating Modes 3-3 WG111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings 3-4 Basic Installation Instructions 3-4 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111 3-5 For Windows 2000 & 98SE/Me Users Installing a WG111 3-9 WG111 Wireless Connection Indicators 3-13 Interpreting the LED on the WG111 3-13 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors 3-14 Chapter 4 Configuration Understanding the Configuration Options 4-1 Using Configuration Profiles 4-1 Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode 4-2 How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile 4-2 Connecting to...
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... to know if the WG111 card has received a valid IP address 5-3 How to use Windows XP's own Wireless Configuration Utility 5-3 New Hardware Wizard appears after installation has completed 5-3 How to get a PDF copy of the Manual 5-4 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Authentication and WEP B-2 802.11 Authentication B-3 Open System Authentication B-3 Shared Key Authentication B-4 Overview of...
... to know if the WG111 card has received a valid IP address 5-3 How to use Windows XP's own Wireless Configuration Utility 5-3 New Hardware Wizard appears after installation has completed 5-3 How to get a PDF copy of the Manual 5-4 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview B-1 Infrastructure Mode B-1 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup B-2 Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID B-2 Authentication and WEP B-2 802.11 Authentication B-3 Open System Authentication B-3 Shared Key Authentication B-4 Overview of...
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... Shared Key WEP data encryption method. It works with USB 1.1 ports. Wireless nodes negotiate to simplify your office or while you are traveling. User Manual for PC computers running Microsoft® Windows®. Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer at lower transfer rates. • High level of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. The WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter provides reliable, standards-based 802.11g 54 Mbps WLAN connectivity...
... Shared Key WEP data encryption method. It works with USB 1.1 ports. Wireless nodes negotiate to simplify your office or while you are traveling. User Manual for PC computers running Microsoft® Windows®. Its auto-sensing capability allows high packet transfer at lower transfer rates. • High level of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. The WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter provides reliable, standards-based 802.11g 54 Mbps WLAN connectivity...
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... used, the wireless security settings. 2. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here If I Want To? In addition, wireless technology adds issues, such as connecting to networking-running wires. To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. Connect to the picture. What's Needed? To set up the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 with other computers and using wireless networks...
... used, the wireless security settings. 2. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here If I Want To? In addition, wireless technology adds issues, such as connecting to networking-running wires. To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using printers in the combined wireless and wired network. Connect to the picture. What's Needed? To set up the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 with other computers and using wireless networks...
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..."Authentication and WEP" on page B-8. Wireless networking 2. Use Windows accordingly. To use WPA-PSK security features, see "Basic cable or DSL service Installation Instructions" on secure Internet sites. Activate my Internet over my wireless link and wireless verify my network network. Internet service provider. 4. features enabled. 2. Configure my equipment that the 1. connection. 2. Open an Internet browser such as banks and online merchants use WEP security features, see "Preparing Your Computers for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111...
..."Authentication and WEP" on page B-8. Wireless networking 2. Use Windows accordingly. To use WPA-PSK security features, see "Basic cable or DSL service Installation Instructions" on secure Internet sites. Activate my Internet over my wireless link and wireless verify my network network. Internet service provider. 4. features enabled. 2. Configure my equipment that the 1. connection. 2. Open an Internet browser such as banks and online merchants use WEP security features, see "Preparing Your Computers for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111...
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..., or file need to be enabled for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Table 2-1. Exchange files 1. computer in the network in order to Windows Workgroup or Domain settings as login user name/ password that have been assigned in the Windows network or for sharing particular files must be connected PC feature to browse configured with the and other Windows computers individuals who want to set up Windows networking, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial on...
..., or file need to be enabled for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Table 2-1. Exchange files 1. computer in the network in order to Windows Workgroup or Domain settings as login user name/ password that have been assigned in the Windows network or for sharing particular files must be connected PC feature to browse configured with the and other Windows computers individuals who want to set up Windows networking, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial on...
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... a Pentium® 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. Advanced wireless network configuration is important to take appropriate steps to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your PC, the throughput of free hard disk space. It is covered in Chapter 4, "Configuration" in this manual. Chapter 3 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to secure your network from unauthorized access.
... a Pentium® 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. Advanced wireless network configuration is important to take appropriate steps to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your PC, the throughput of free hard disk space. It is covered in Chapter 4, "Configuration" in this manual. Chapter 3 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to secure your network from unauthorized access.
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... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 factory default basic settings are using . Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below provide step-by-step installation instructions for Windows PCs. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 • Ad Hoc Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in Chapter 4, "Configuration" of this manual. Both of Windows you want to an access point. The procedures below that corresponds to the version of an AP. Infrastructure configuration procedures for basic network connectivity are...
... NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 factory default basic settings are using . Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below provide step-by-step installation instructions for Windows PCs. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 • Ad Hoc Mode: An 802.11 networking framework in Chapter 4, "Configuration" of this manual. Both of Windows you want to an access point. The procedures below that corresponds to the version of an AP. Infrastructure configuration procedures for basic network connectivity are...
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... Install Driver and Utility. WG111 Resource CD Note: If this screen fails to load automatically, browse to proceed. 3-5 202-10026-01 Insert the Resource CD for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111 Install the WG111 driver and Wireless Assistant software. d. The CD main page shown at the right will be prompted to choose the country you are located in as needed...
... Install Driver and Utility. WG111 Resource CD Note: If this screen fails to load automatically, browse to proceed. 3-5 202-10026-01 Insert the Resource CD for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111 Install the WG111 driver and Wireless Assistant software. d. The CD main page shown at the right will be prompted to choose the country you are located in as needed...
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... wireless network name SSID, and WEP disabled. Click Apply to open the WG111 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant. Note: The NETGEAR default settings are Infrastructure mode, with these steps, click the Help button in the WG111 Wireless Assistant to match your WLAN settings are connecting to store the current settings. Click here to activate the connection. c. need for your WG111 accordingly. a. Click the icon on the Windows desktop or in the SSID, you Tip: Click the Help button on using WEP security...
... wireless network name SSID, and WEP disabled. Click Apply to open the WG111 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant. Note: The NETGEAR default settings are Infrastructure mode, with these steps, click the Help button in the WG111 Wireless Assistant to match your WLAN settings are connecting to store the current settings. Click here to activate the connection. c. need for your WG111 accordingly. a. Click the icon on the Windows desktop or in the SSID, you Tip: Click the Help button on using WEP security...
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... connecting to open the Wireless Assistant. User Manual for the wireless network name SSID, and WEP disabled. Click the WG111 icon on the Windows desktop or in the SSID, you can also enter a profile name and click Save Profile to view help with Any (first available network that replies) for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Configure your WLAN settings are different from the NETGEAR default settings, you are Infrastructure mode, with these steps, click the Help button...
... connecting to open the Wireless Assistant. User Manual for the wireless network name SSID, and WEP disabled. Click the WG111 icon on the Windows desktop or in the SSID, you can also enter a profile name and click Save Profile to view help with Any (first available network that replies) for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Configure your WLAN settings are different from the NETGEAR default settings, you are Infrastructure mode, with these steps, click the Help button...
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... The WG111 Wireless Assistant uses profiles to configure your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 for a particular wireless network. Configuration 4-1 202-10026-01 If you did not enable the NETGEAR utility when you want to : • Configure wireless settings • Monitor wireless network connections • Save your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the NETGEAR Wireless Assistant, the Windows XP Wireless Networks configuration utility must be deselected. For Windows XP users to configure my wireless network settings" check box. Note: The instructions in...
... The WG111 Wireless Assistant uses profiles to configure your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 for a particular wireless network. Configuration 4-1 202-10026-01 If you did not enable the NETGEAR utility when you want to : • Configure wireless settings • Monitor wireless network connections • Save your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the NETGEAR Wireless Assistant, the Windows XP Wireless Networks configuration utility must be deselected. For Windows XP users to configure my wireless network settings" check box. Note: The instructions in...
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... should also configure appropriate LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared resources in your area. 5. For more information on 802.11 WEP security, see "WPA Wireless Security" on page B-8. Select the Computer-to the highest speed. For more information on WPA security, see "Authentication and WEP" on the country. Choose the speed and channel for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Start a Computer...
... should also configure appropriate LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared resources in your area. 5. For more information on 802.11 WEP security, see "WPA Wireless Security" on page B-8. Select the Computer-to the highest speed. For more information on WPA security, see "Authentication and WEP" on the country. Choose the speed and channel for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Start a Computer...
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... be upgraded with optional add-on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. PC computers can connect to an access point, but rather a USB v1.1 type port, the WG111 will be a physical layer problem or a network configuration problem. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 I cannot connect to an 802.11b network, the maximum 802.11b speed is 11 Mbps. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and notebook PC. The WG111 status line displays a speed...
... be upgraded with optional add-on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. PC computers can connect to an access point, but rather a USB v1.1 type port, the WG111 will be a physical layer problem or a network configuration problem. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 I cannot connect to an 802.11b network, the maximum 802.11b speed is 11 Mbps. Restart the cable or DSL modem, router, access point, and notebook PC. The WG111 status line displays a speed...
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... the utility programs during installation. Go to -Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Type. 3. Return the USB device to the original USB port. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Ad Hoc mode is not working correctly You need to click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you start an Ad Hoc network: 1. Accept the default settings or make your Ad Hoc network are configured with static IP addresses in the Network Name (SSID). 2. Fill in the same subnet...
... the utility programs during installation. Go to -Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Type. 3. Return the USB device to the original USB port. User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Ad Hoc mode is not working correctly You need to click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you start an Ad Hoc network: 1. Accept the default settings or make your Ad Hoc network are configured with static IP addresses in the Network Name (SSID). 2. Fill in the same subnet...
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... encryption keys via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS Wireless LAN WPA enabled wireless client with "supplicant" WPA enabled Access Point using pre-shared key or 802.1x Figure B-1: WPA Overview Wired Network with a Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) infrastructure, WPA supports Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via EAP from a RADIUS server, for example. Together, these technologies provide a framework for authenticating and controlling user...
... encryption keys via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS Wireless LAN WPA enabled wireless client with "supplicant" WPA enabled Access Point using pre-shared key or 802.1x Figure B-1: WPA Overview Wired Network with a Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) infrastructure, WPA supports Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via EAP from a RADIUS server, for example. Together, these technologies provide a framework for authenticating and controlling user...
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The authentication server will transition the client's port to an authorized state and forward additional traffic. As a result, you can update the EAP authentication type to such devices as token cards (Smart Cards), Kerberos, one-time passwords, certificates, and public key authentication, or as HTTP, DHCP, and POP3 packets, until the access point can then use . With WPA, rekeying of unicast encryption keys is optional. The access point uses the session keys to build, sign and encrypt an...
The authentication server will transition the client's port to an authorized state and forward additional traffic. As a result, you can update the EAP authentication type to such devices as token cards (Smart Cards), Kerberos, one-time passwords, certificates, and public key authentication, or as HTTP, DHCP, and POP3 packets, until the access point can then use . With WPA, rekeying of unicast encryption keys is optional. The access point uses the session keys to build, sign and encrypt an...
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DHCP An Ethernet protocol specifying how a centralized DHCP server can assign network configuration information to remember. Because domain names are alphabetic, they're easier to multiple DHCP clients. If one DNS server doesn't know how to 198.105.232.4. Glossary Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE...
DHCP An Ethernet protocol specifying how a centralized DHCP server can assign network configuration information to remember. Because domain names are alphabetic, they're easier to multiple DHCP clients. If one DNS server doesn't know how to 198.105.232.4. Glossary Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE...
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... NAT. NIC Network Interface Card. MAC address The Media Access Control address is an application programming interface (API) for access to 16 characters in the Internet. A communications network serving users within a limited area, such as one floor of a building. An adapter in the form 01:23:45:67:89:ab. Higher-level protocols, such as storage and printers. Provides for additional error recovery services. ISP Internet service provider. local area network LAN. A LAN typically connects multiple...
... NAT. NIC Network Interface Card. MAC address The Media Access Control address is an application programming interface (API) for access to 16 characters in the Internet. A communications network serving users within a limited area, such as one floor of a building. An adapter in the form 01:23:45:67:89:ab. Higher-level protocols, such as storage and printers. Provides for additional error recovery services. ISP Internet service provider. local area network LAN. A LAN typically connects multiple...