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Question posted by jasmine on November 24th, 2010

How Do I Get The Netgearn300 To Plug Into My Computer

everytime i plug it in, it just makes a funny noise, like it cant read the usb. what doi do? it connects to every computer in the house but mine... HELP!!

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Answer #1: Posted by mgwen on August 17th, 2011 9:54 PM
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###1  MAKE SURE IT CONNECTED TO YOUR HARD DRIVE AND OT YOUR MONITOR AND IN USB A WHICHIS THE 1ST ONE!

I had this same problem . If uou LOST you rsoftware disk as I did YOUR IN LUCK just go to

ftp://downloads.netgear.com/files/WNA3100_v1.1.3.22_Setup.exe

type in your browser if needed and it will download the software...Then all you do is connect the adapter to the USB IN THE BACK OF YOUR PC HARDDRIVE !! Thats it!!


~MandyGwen~

Related Netgear WNA3100 Manual Pages

WNA3100 Installation Guide - Page 1

...a secured network, you are connected to enter the passphrase or network key. Your settings are in your area a. Follow the onscreen prompts to a wireless network! b. Profile name The WNA3100 icon appears in a profile, which 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...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet - Page 1

... cradle to 23 Use with the included cradle for desktop PC • Push 'N' Connect - Speed † Avoids interference No. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Data Sheet N300 2.4 GHz Upgrade your router STEP 3 Connect securely The NETGEAR Difference WNA3100 Customized cradle Push 'N' Connect Easy Smart Wizard setup Reliable and compatible Expert technical support team Which is the...
WNA3100 Product Datasheet - Page 2

...8482; (WPS) D-WNA3100-0 NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with any future standards. NETGEAR makes no express or implied...(0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle • Installation guide  • Resource CD WNA3100 350 E. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter System Requirements • Desktop or notebook...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 2

..., operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in a residential installation. Other brand and... FCC Rules. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support...Connect the equipment to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc.
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 3

... forth for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. End users must accept any interference received, including interference that these requirements have been met whilethe Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was 1.380 W/kg. RF Exposure Information The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 6

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...Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...4-1 Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection 4-2 Occasional Windows XP Connection Problems 4-3 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not ...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 7

... special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of this manual are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to the NETGEAR website in the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold Fixed italic Emphasis, books, CDs User input, screen text Command...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 8

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 - Page 9

.... • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of free hard disk space. • Windows7, Vista, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP Professional. Note: For help with an available USB port. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Chapter 1 Installation with Custom Setup This chapter explains custom installation for the original Windows operating system installation files to that port...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 10

Installation with Custom Setup Note: For help with Express installation, see the Installation Guide for Updates. However, if the walls are constructed with concrete, or have metal or metal mesh, the effective range decreases if such materials are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Computers can communicate through walls. If you...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 11

... of the following methods to select the destination folder 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 Figure 1-2 6. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. When prompted, browse to configure and manage your wireless adapter software, and then click Next.
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 12

Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Then, Install Your WNA3100 v1 Adapter You are prompted to insert your PC. 2. Locate a USB port on 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 router. 1-4 v1.0, December 2009 Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable.
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 13

... software detects the adapter. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. One of the following section, "Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to enter the passphrase or network key. 1-5 v1.0, December 2009 Follow the prompts to a wireless network. 1. Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network After the driver is installed, you selected...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 14

...) click Next. The adapter connects to push the WPS button on the side of the wireless-N USB adapter for 2 seconds. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. The LED flashes. Click Next. Your settings are saved in a profile, which can name: Figure 1-7 1-6 v1.0, December 2009 Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • If...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 15

... icon. After you can open the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to a wireless network! The status bar at the bottom of your wireless link. See the following section, "WNA3100 v1 Icon. • Smart Wizard status bar. The LED on the right end of the connection. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Profile name Status bar Figure 1-8 You are...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 16

Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual WNA3100 v1 Icon The WNA3100 v1 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray, on the condition of the taskbar in the system tray, you clear the check mark for possible interference such as wireless network. Color Red Yellow Green Condition Description The adapter is strong. access point, and the...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 17

... is strongest. To optimize the wireless data rate, connect to start the Connection Wizard. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is a problem with one another. More dots indicate a stronger signal. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Smart Wizard...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 18

... 1-12 1-10 v1.0, December 2009 The following table. 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 the wireless link, as described in either of these ways: • Select All Programs > NETGEAR WNA3100 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WNA3100 Software. • Select Control Panel > Add or...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 19

... Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. Click the Software Update Check button. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Follow the onscreen prompt to display the following screen displays: Figure 1-14 v1.0, December 2009 1-11 Open the Smart Wizard and click the ...
WNA3100 User Manual - Page 20

Click OK. When the file has been downloaded a message like the following displays: Figure 1-15 4. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. 1-12 v1.0, December 2009 Click Yes. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3.

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