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... page does not appear, double click Autorun.exe on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. The Check for Updates. b. Click Next to install from the dropdown list, and the wizard records your computer. Select the wireless network from the CD. Hidden Network If the network uses ... It could take up to let the wizard help or the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Model WPNT121 User Manual on the desktop; Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used by the network. First, install the WN121T software. See the online help you have reviewed the settings, ...
... page does not appear, double click Autorun.exe on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. The Check for Updates. b. Click Next to install from the dropdown list, and the wizard records your computer. Select the wireless network from the CD. Hidden Network If the network uses ... It could take up to let the wizard help or the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Model WPNT121 User Manual on the desktop; Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used by the network. First, install the WN121T software. See the online help you have reviewed the settings, ...
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... antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence." seadme NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Equipment (or its transmit...252;brigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøí...
... antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence." seadme NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. Equipment (or its transmit...252;brigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøí...
WN121T User Manual
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... and the Internet 1-6 Icon Colors ...1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the Software 1-9 Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard 2-2 Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-2 Finding a Network ...2-4 Profiles ...2-5 Adding Profiles ...2-5 Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or...
... and the Internet 1-6 Icon Colors ...1-7 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 Removing the Software 1-9 Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility 2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard 2-2 Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-2 Finding a Network ...2-4 Profiles ...2-5 Adding Profiles ...2-5 Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or...
WN121T User Manual
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...messages: Note: This format is used to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T February 2007 ix v2.0, February 2007 Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats,..., configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual describes how to highlight information of this manual is intended for the Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter according to highlight a procedure...
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How to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual For more information about network technologies, see ... can choose one page at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN121T.asp. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to the NETGEAR website in the HTML View. online knowledge...page in the table of contents and an button. x v2.0, February 2007 Use the Print button on the NETGEAR, Inc. Note: Product updates are available on the browser toolbar to print. How to a major topic. The...
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... of any page. - Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of any page in a browser window. - xi v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual - Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this...
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NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual xii v2.0, February 2007
NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual xii v2.0, February 2007
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.... For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, see the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com. It is covered in Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security". What You Need Before You Begin You need to wireless networks. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T lets you can set up your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
.... For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, see the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com. It is covered in Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless Security". What You Need Before You Begin You need to wireless networks. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T lets you can set up your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN).
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...in the Box The product package should contain the following link to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must have metal, or metal mesh, the effective range will decrease..., missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual (this is an addition to return the product. However, if the walls are constructed with the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default ...
...in the Box The product package should contain the following link to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Note: Windows XP users must have metal, or metal mesh, the effective range will decrease..., missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual (this is an addition to return the product. However, if the walls are constructed with the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default ...
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... to the Internet, click Check for Updates window opens. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the...
... to the Internet, click Check for Updates window opens. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be set up to use the...
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... b. Now, connect the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. a. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. Insert the end of the cable on your VPN firewall. Follow the wizard prompts. 3. Figure 1-2 a. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual c. b.
... b. Now, connect the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. Locate an available USB port on the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the USB port. a. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. Insert the end of the cable on your VPN firewall. Follow the wizard prompts. 3. Figure 1-2 a. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual c. b.
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Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm b. Click Next to accept. 4. You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a wireless network...
Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities" at: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm b. Click Next to accept. 4. You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a wireless network...
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... the Internet: • Icon: After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. c. For more information about connecting, see "Connecting to verify your wireless connectivity. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on the desktop; and the Settings page...
... the Internet: • Icon: After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it. c. For more information about connecting, see "Connecting to verify your wireless connectivity. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on the desktop; and the Settings page...
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Also, look for possible interference such as closer to the wireless access point. Check your wireless and Internet connection. The VPN firewall has a connection with another wireless node. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on one end of the page shows details about your configuration or try moving to a better...
Also, look for possible interference such as closer to the wireless access point. Check your wireless and Internet connection. The VPN firewall has a connection with another wireless node. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual • Smart Wizard Status Bar: Clicking on one end of the page shows details about your configuration or try moving to a better...
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... by the network. If you will experience higher throughput when the signal is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to open the Connection Wizard. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status The...
... by the network. If you will experience higher throughput when the signal is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to open the Connection Wizard. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Throughput Signal strength Find a Network Connection status The...
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... Remove Program item, select the Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter option, and follow the screen prompts. Download the upgrade using the link in these steps. 1. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Removing the Software You can remove the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software in the Release Note. 5. Examine the Release Note. Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at...
... Remove Program item, select the Next 300 Mbps WN121T Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter option, and follow the screen prompts. Download the upgrade using the link in these steps. 1. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Removing the Software You can remove the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software in the Release Note. 5. Examine the Release Note. Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at...
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NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual 1-10 v2.0, February 2007
NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual 1-10 v2.0, February 2007
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... you have installed the software from the NETGEAR CD, the icon appears on the Windows taskbar. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use the NETGEAR WN121T Smart Wizard to change your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter wireless settings. To view information about wireless networks in your area. • Choose... you reboot your computer. The Settings tab page opens. 2. The following page: 2-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Networks tab to view all available...
... you have installed the software from the NETGEAR CD, the icon appears on the Windows taskbar. Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area You can use the NETGEAR WN121T Smart Wizard to change your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter wireless settings. To view information about wireless networks in your area. • Choose... you reboot your computer. The Settings tab page opens. 2. The following page: 2-2 v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the Networks tab to view all available...
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... points do not broadcast their SSID. Note that you selected. • Scan: Check for each other. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID): The name assigned to a network. See "Finding...information will still be displayed. • Channel: The channel determines which operating frequency will be used. • Security: Identifies whether the wireless network uses security settings such as WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK. • Signal: Identifies the signal strength of the communications. ...
... points do not broadcast their SSID. Note that you selected. • Scan: Check for each other. NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID): The name assigned to a network. See "Finding...information will still be displayed. • Channel: The channel determines which operating frequency will be used. • Security: Identifies whether the wireless network uses security settings such as WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK. • Signal: Identifies the signal strength of the communications. ...
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..., set up profiles for the network that you want to use . Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. Figure 2-3 2-4 Hidden Network v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks.
..., set up profiles for the network that you want to use . Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. Figure 2-3 2-4 Hidden Network v2.0, February 2007 NETGEAR Next 300 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN121T User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks.