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Estimated completion time: 10 minutes Note: For help with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard and the Standalone Windows Driver installation. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation Guide This guide explains Express installation with custom installation, see the User Manual on the Resource CD.
Estimated completion time: 10 minutes Note: For help with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard and the Standalone Windows Driver installation. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation Guide This guide explains Express installation with custom installation, see the User Manual on the Resource CD.
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Package Contents N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter Resource CD Smart Wizard Installation 1. Accept the license agreement. 3 The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, then click Install from CD. 4. Click Setup. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2.
Package Contents N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter Resource CD Smart Wizard Installation 1. Accept the license agreement. 3 The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, then click Install from CD. 4. Click Setup. Insert the Resource CD in your computer's CD drive. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2.
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Insert Your Adapter You are prompted to insert your computer's CD drive. Insert the Resource CD in your adapter. 1. Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your router. 4 5. On the Setup Type screen, for Express (recommended) setup, click Next. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe.
Insert Your Adapter You are prompted to insert your computer's CD drive. Insert the Resource CD in your adapter. 1. Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your router. 4 5. On the Setup Type screen, for Express (recommended) setup, click Next. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe.
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The WNA1000M software detects the adapter. 3. To connect to a wireless network with one of these screens: WPS network No WPS networks • WPS network: This network supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS). Click Next and follow the prompts to push the WPS button on your adapter and on your wireless network from the list...
The WNA1000M software detects the adapter. 3. To connect to a wireless network with one of these screens: WPS network No WPS networks • WPS network: This network supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS). Click Next and follow the prompts to push the WPS button on your adapter and on your wireless network from the list...
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Your settings are saved in the system tray and on the desktop. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The adapter connects to a different wireless network. 6 The icon appears in a profile, which can take a minute or two. You can use it to open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to the network, which you can name.
Your settings are saved in the system tray and on the desktop. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The adapter connects to a different wireless network. 6 The icon appears in a profile, which can take a minute or two. You can use it to open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to the network, which you can name.
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The driver is installed on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on your computer. 3. When prompted, either insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer, or connect it with the USB cable that came in your router. 4. Insert the Resource CD in the package. Click Install Windows Standalone Driver. When this message displays, click Finish. 7 Standalone Driver Installation 1. Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your computer's CD drive.
The driver is installed on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on your computer. 3. When prompted, either insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer, or connect it with the USB cable that came in your router. 4. Insert the Resource CD in the package. Click Install Windows Standalone Driver. When this message displays, click Finish. 7 Standalone Driver Installation 1. Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your computer's CD drive.
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Use the latest driver for the adapter and have the latest updates on the NETGEAR download page. 3. Try a different USB port on a different computer. 9 Try another device and check if it is no driver support for the latest drivers on the computer. 2. Try restarting the computer or try the adapter on the computer. 4. Make...
Use the latest driver for the adapter and have the latest updates on the NETGEAR download page. 3. Try a different USB port on a different computer. 9 Try another device and check if it is no driver support for the latest drivers on the computer. 2. Try restarting the computer or try the adapter on the computer. 4. Make...
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... the antivirus software. 5. Resolutions: 1. Reinstall the firewall and antivirus software. 10 I can occur when using a NETGEAR or non-NETGEAR wireless adapter. Uninstall the firewall software. 4. Uninstall the driver for the wireless adapter first. 6. Check with driver installation. Possible Causes: • A firewall or antivirus software, such as ZoneAlarm, might be interfering with the firewall or...
... the antivirus software. 5. Resolutions: 1. Reinstall the firewall and antivirus software. 10 I can occur when using a NETGEAR or non-NETGEAR wireless adapter. Uninstall the firewall software. 4. Uninstall the driver for the wireless adapter first. 6. Check with driver installation. Possible Causes: • A firewall or antivirus software, such as ZoneAlarm, might be interfering with the firewall or...
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N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA January 2011 202-10791-01 v1.0
N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA January 2011 202-10791-01 v1.0
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... January 2011 Description Preliminary publication. | 3 Statement of , the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M © 2011 NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language...
... January 2011 Description Preliminary publication. | 3 Statement of , the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M © 2011 NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language...
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... the Smart Wizard to Connect to a Wireless Network 10 Wireless Network and Internet Connections 11 WNA1000M Icon 12 Smart Wizard Status Bar 12 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 14 Upgrading the Software 14 Removing the Software 15 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Using the Smart Wizard After Installation 16 Disabling the ...
... the Smart Wizard to Connect to a Wireless Network 10 Wireless Network and Internet Connections 11 WNA1000M Icon 12 Smart Wizard Status Bar 12 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 14 Upgrading the Software 14 Removing the Software 15 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Using the Smart Wizard After Installation 16 Disabling the ...
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N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 32 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 34 Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems 34 Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications 36 Factory Default Settings 37 Appendix B Related Documents Appendix C Notification of Compliance Table of Contents | 5
N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs 32 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 34 Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems 34 Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications 36 Factory Default Settings 37 Appendix B Related Documents Appendix C Notification of Compliance Table of Contents | 5
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... settings (if used). • PC with a Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with express installation, see the N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation Guide. 1. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update), which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller... driver. For help with a USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. You should also know the name of the WNA1000M software. What You Need Before You Begin Make sure your computer meets the system requirements. The maximum speed of free hard disk space. •...
... settings (if used). • PC with a Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with express installation, see the N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation Guide. 1. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update), which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller... driver. For help with a USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. You should also know the name of the WNA1000M software. What You Need Before You Begin Make sure your computer meets the system requirements. The maximum speed of free hard disk space. •...
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... 1: Getting Started If not, click Install from CD. 4. Click Setup. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. First, Install the WNA1000M Software 1. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. Then select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Insert the Resource CD... in your computer's CD drive. Accept the license agreement. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation with Custom Setup Note: For help with Express installation, see the N150 Wireless Micro USB...
... 1: Getting Started If not, click Install from CD. 4. Click Setup. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. First, Install the WNA1000M Software 1. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. Then select Custom and click Next on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Insert the Resource CD... in your computer's CD drive. Accept the license agreement. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Installation with Custom Setup Note: For help with Express installation, see the N150 Wireless Micro USB...
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... Windows configuration utility. Manage your computer. Automatically. Insert the adapter into a USB port on your wireless networks with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. - N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 5. When prompted, browse to insert your wireless adapter software, and click Next. 6. Manual. Then, Install Your Wireless-N USB Adapter You are prompted to select the destination folder for...
... Windows configuration utility. Manage your computer. Automatically. Insert the adapter into a USB port on your wireless networks with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. - N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 5. When prompted, browse to insert your wireless adapter software, and click Next. 6. Manual. Then, Install Your Wireless-N USB Adapter You are prompted to select the destination folder for...
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... Smart Wizard to Connect to push the WPS button on page 17. • To use a Windows utility, see your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Follow the onscreen prompts to a secure network, you are prompted to connect to a wireless network. 1. See... Connect to a Wireless Network After the software is installed, you must enter its passphrase or network key. 10 | Chapter 1: Getting Started N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 2. The Smart Wizard software detects the...
... Smart Wizard to Connect to push the WPS button on page 17. • To use a Windows utility, see your Windows documentation or the NETGEAR application note at http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. Follow the onscreen prompts to a secure network, you are prompted to connect to a wireless network. 1. See... Connect to a Wireless Network After the software is installed, you must enter its passphrase or network key. 10 | Chapter 1: Getting Started N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 2. The Smart Wizard software detects the...
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N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 2. Click Finish, and the Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. Wireless Network and Internet Connections The Smart Wizard and wireless-N USB adapter provide several ways to check the status of the screen shows details about your connection to a wireless network and to a different ... can take a minute or two. The LED on the Windows task bar. See Smart Wizard Status Bar. • Adapter LED status lights. After you install the WNA1000M software, the icon appears on the desktop and in the system tray and on the desktop so you can open the ...
N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M 2. Click Finish, and the Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. Wireless Network and Internet Connections The Smart Wizard and wireless-N USB adapter provide several ways to check the status of the screen shows details about your connection to a wireless network and to a different ... can take a minute or two. The LED on the Windows task bar. See Smart Wizard Status Bar. • Adapter LED status lights. After you install the WNA1000M software, the icon appears on the desktop and in the system tray and on the desktop so you can open the ...
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... access point and a high-speed Internet connection.See Chapter 3. • If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to that security is not Check your area use the same channel, they can view the Smart Wizard status bar. access point.... network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status The following table describes how to the wireless weak wireless connection. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M WNA1000M Icon This icon is located at the bottom of the task bar in your configuration, or try moving to a location connected to ...
... access point and a high-speed Internet connection.See Chapter 3. • If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to that security is not Check your area use the same channel, they can view the Smart Wizard status bar. access point.... network Signal strength Join a Network Connection status The following table describes how to the wireless weak wireless connection. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M WNA1000M Icon This icon is located at the bottom of the task bar in your configuration, or try moving to a location connected to ...
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...mark. The connection status is OK, but not to a router, but there is strongest. If you clear the Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard check mark, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is disabled, and you clear the checkmark, only the IP address is shown. If you must set up ... feature on the Status bar. Join a Network Click Join a Network to the router is useful in isolating a problem. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Understanding the Status Bar (Continued) Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. Usually, you are connected to the Internet, check the router's ...
...mark. The connection status is OK, but not to a router, but there is strongest. If you clear the Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard check mark, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is disabled, and you clear the checkmark, only the IP address is shown. If you must set up ... feature on the Status bar. Join a Network Click Join a Network to the router is useful in isolating a problem. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Understanding the Status Bar (Continued) Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. Usually, you are connected to the Internet, check the router's ...
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... for a network. • Blue. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED shows the status of the wireless link as explained in to a network at the NETGEAR website. The wireless-N USB adapter is connecting to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for an update and install it is...
... for a network. • Blue. N150 Wireless Micro USB Adapter WNA1000M Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED shows the status of the wireless link as explained in to a network at the NETGEAR website. The wireless-N USB adapter is connecting to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is scanning for an update and install it is...