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... a secured network, you can take a minute or two. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. Profile name The WNA3100 icon appears in the system tray and on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard.
... a secured network, you can take a minute or two. )NSTALLATION'UIDE Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 This guide explains Express installation with adapter cradle Start Here First, install the WNA3100 software 1. Profile name The WNA3100 icon appears in the system tray and on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Package Contents Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter Resource CD USB cable with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard.
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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.... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Data Sheet N300 2.4 GHz Upgrade your computer to Wireless-N • Customized cradle to optimize performance with a desktop computer • Push 'N' Connect securely connects devices at the push of a button1 STEP 1 Push the Push 'N' Connect button on the adapter STEP 2 Push the Push 'N' Connect button on your router STEP 3 Connect securely The NETGEAR Difference WNA3100...
.... Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Data Sheet N300 2.4 GHz Upgrade your computer to Wireless-N • Customized cradle to optimize performance with a desktop computer • Push 'N' Connect securely connects devices at the push of a button1 STEP 1 Push the Push 'N' Connect button on the adapter STEP 2 Push the Push 'N' Connect button on your router STEP 3 Connect securely The NETGEAR Difference WNA3100...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet
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...Jose, CA 95134-1911 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 for 90 days from date of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter System Requirements • Desktop or...78 x 24 x 9 mm (3.07 x 0.94 x 0.35 in the United States and/or other countries. in ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD...
...Jose, CA 95134-1911 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 for 90 days from date of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter System Requirements • Desktop or...78 x 24 x 9 mm (3.07 x 0.94 x 0.35 in the United States and/or other countries. in ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide • Resource CD...
WNA3100 User Manual
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...Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. Operation is no guarantee that interference will vary. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you with the specifications for US & Canada only. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR... receiver's ii v1.0, December 2009 Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a ...
...Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. Operation is no guarantee that interference will vary. This equipment generates, uses, and can provide you with the specifications for US & Canada only. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR... receiver's ii v1.0, December 2009 Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will not occur in a ...
WNA3100 User Manual
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... (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Europe - FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. The FCC has established detailed SAR requirements and has established that may ...received, including interference that these requirements have been met whilethe Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was 1.380 W/kg. EU Declaration of Conformity Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0 iii v1.0, December...
... (1) This device may cause undesired operation. Europe - FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for an uncontrolled environment. The FCC has established detailed SAR requirements and has established that may ...received, including interference that these requirements have been met whilethe Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was 1.380 W/kg. EU Declaration of Conformity Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0 iii v1.0, December...
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... Custom Setup 1-2 First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA3100 Adapter 1-4 Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network ......1-5 Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 1-7 WNA3100 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA3100 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA3100 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-1 Joining...
... Custom Setup 1-2 First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA3100 Adapter 1-4 Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network ......1-5 Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 1-7 WNA3100 Icon ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED 1-10 Removing the WNA3100 Software 1-10 Upgrading the WNA3100 Software 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area 2-1 Joining...
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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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...About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this manual are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. This manual...The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. This manual uses the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. This manual uses ...
...About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this manual are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. This manual...The conventions, formats, and scope of importance or special interest. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp. Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. This manual uses the following paragraphs: • Typographical conventions. This manual uses ...
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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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... 1 Installation with Custom Setup This chapter explains custom installation for your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to that port's maximum speed, which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Some versions of Windows ask for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update...
... 1 Installation with Custom Setup This chapter explains custom installation for your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to that port's maximum speed, which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Some versions of Windows ask for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update...
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... or access point. Then select Custom and click Next on the Setup Type screen. 1-2 v1.0, December 2009 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 based on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. However...
... or access point. Then select Custom and click Next on the Setup Type screen. 1-2 v1.0, December 2009 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 based on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. However...
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.... Let the Smart Wizard automatically configure the settings for your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Figure 1-2 6. Automatically. Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings 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 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. Manual. Connect to and manage your...
.... Let the Smart Wizard automatically configure the settings for your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Figure 1-2 6. Automatically. Manage your wireless-N USB adapter. - Specify the settings 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 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. Manual. Connect to and manage your...
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Figure 1-4 Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from your PC. 2. Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert 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 PC. 2. Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. Locate a USB port on your router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your adapter: Figure 1-3 1.
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... http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the adapter. See "Joining a Network" on what you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your wireless network from the list and click Next. If you select a secured network, you selected manual configuration, the Settings tab displays. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User...
... http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm. The WNA3100 v1 software detects the adapter. See "Joining a Network" on what you selected during custom installation. • For automatic configuration, see your wireless network from the list and click Next. If you select a secured network, you selected manual configuration, the Settings tab displays. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User...
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The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds. 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. The LED flashes. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 Click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2.
The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds. 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. The LED flashes. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 Click Next. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If your router and connect. 2.
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Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10. 1-7 v1.0, December 2009 Profile name Status bar Figure 1-8 You are now connected to a different wireless network. Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter provides several ways to check the status of the screen shows details about your wireless... changes or connect to a wireless network! The WNA3100 v1 icon appears in the system tray and on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of your connection to a wireless network and to show the...
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. See "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-10. 1-7 v1.0, December 2009 Profile name Status bar Figure 1-8 You are now connected to a different wireless network. Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter provides several ways to check the status of the screen shows details about your wireless... changes or connect to a wireless network! The WNA3100 v1 icon appears in the system tray and on the wireless-N USB adapter indicates the condition of your connection to a wireless network and to show the...
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... the check mark for possible interference such as wireless network. Move to the router. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. If you do so, then only the IP address is shown. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is on the desktop and in...
... the check mark for possible interference such as wireless network. Move to the router. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. If you do so, then only the IP address is shown. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is on the desktop and in...
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... have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is a problem with the router. 1-9 v1.0, December 2009 The wireless channel used by the network. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings...can interfere with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet connection. The status bar is strongest. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to Router. The status of the Settings tab. Connection status Security Channel Data rate...
... have joined. • A closed lock indicates that security is a problem with the router. 1-9 v1.0, December 2009 The wireless channel used by the network. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open the Smart Wizard Settings...can interfere with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet connection. The status bar is strongest. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to Router. The status of the Settings tab. Connection status Security Channel Data rate...
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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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... 2. 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. To install an upgrade: 1. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1.0, December 2009 1-11...
... 2. 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. To install an upgrade: 1. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your adapter. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1.0, December 2009 1-11...