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Question posted by GypsyChixx68 on March 20th, 2013

I Have A Netgear N300 Usb Wna3100

Looking To Find A Free Driver Download So I Can Get It To Work .. I Do Not Have The Disk Its A Second Hand Usb

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Answer #1: Posted by ckimble on March 20th, 2013 5:19 PM

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Go to http://support.netgear.com/product/WNA3100 and click on the software version 2.1

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WNA3100 Installation Guide - Page 1

... Updates. Insert the adapter into the USB port or connect it with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. The WNA3100 software detects the adapter. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3. Follow the wizard steps to install the driver. Locate a USB port on your router. 3. Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet...

WNA3100 Product Datasheet - Page 1

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 Best Product for You? A secured connection at the push of a button • Compatible with NETGEAR and other Wireless-G and ...

WNA3100 Product Datasheet - Page 2

... factors, including volume of NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, NETGEAR Digital Entertainer Logo, Connect with Clients supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) D-WNA3100-0 Mac and the Mac logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in ) • Weight: 18 g (0.42 oz) Package Contents • Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter (WNA3100) • Cradle •...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 2

..., which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The 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...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 3

... an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by NETGEAR could void the user's authority to radio frequency waves. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance.

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... Tips ...4-1 Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection 4-2 Occasional Windows XP Connection Problems 4-3 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 4-4 Appendix A Technical...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 7

..., Inc. Note: Product updates are described in Appendix B, "Related Documents." Tip: This format is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. • Scope. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: Italic Bold Fixed...

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

... hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86 1-1 v1.0, December 2009 Some versions of Windows ask for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 14 Mbps. • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of free hard disk space. • Windows7, Vista, Windows XP...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 10

..., if the walls are connected to the Internet, click Check for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Accept the license agreement. 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 physical location...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 11

... 2009 Specify the settings for your wireless-N USB adapter in the Settings screen. • Windows Utility. When prompted, browse to select the destination folder for your wireless adapter software, and then click Next. Select one of the following methods to and manage your wireless network: • Smart Wizard. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Figure 1-1 5. Figure...

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. Insert the adapter into the USB port, or connect it with the USB cable. 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

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 13

... to connect to enter the passphrase or network key. 1-5 v1.0, December 2009 See "Joining a Network" on what you selected manual configuration, the Settings tab displays. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Click Next. Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network After the driver is installed, you need to...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 14

Click Next. Follow the prompts to the network, which you can take a minute or two. 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...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 16

... to a wireless network. 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 must set up the wireless adapter with an wireless network. The WNA3100 v1 icon changes colors depending on one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 18

...USB adapter is connected to the USB port. • The wireless-N USB adapter is in to a wireless network, but it is sending or receiving data. 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...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 19

... removed. To install an upgrade: 1. Select the Remove radio button and then click Next. 4. Click the Software Update Check button. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 3. Upgrading the WNA3100 v1 Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website, the following screen: Figure 1-13 2. Open the Smart Wizard and click the About tab to disconnect your...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 35

... on the Settings tab. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual Table 2-3. To go to see if an upgrade is available. Check button Click this button to fail. Auto Check check box Automatically check the NETGEAR website every 30 days to access the Advance Settings screen. Advanced Settings The default advanced settings usually work fine. A Long setting...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 40

...applications require high data rates. NETGEAR's Powerline HD family of products delivers up to 100 meters with older 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, but they might not improve... Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements Because your network. Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual • Wireless A high-speed wireless router can configure an individual network password to prevent...

WNA3100 User Manual - Page 48

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