NETGEAR WG111v3 User Manual

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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v3

These setup instructions assume that you will connect to an access point or wireless router.
Estimated completion time: 10 minutes.

Installation

1. First, install the
WG111v3 software.

Insert the NETGEAR CD. If the
CD main page does not appear,
double click Autorun.exe on
the CD.

a. Click Install the Software.

The Check for Updates
window opens.

b. If you are connected to the

Internet, click Check for
Updates. If not, you can
choose to install from the CD.

c. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next.
d. On the SmartWizard screen, click Next to proceed with the SmartWizard setup.

2. Now, insert the wireless USB adapter.

a. When prompted, insert your wireless USB adapter.
b. Click Next to proceed. Windows will discover the

adapter and continue the software installation process.

c. Follow the Windows prompts to complete the

software installation.
If a Windows logo certification warning appears, click Continue to proceed with

the installation.

d. When the Windows software installation is complete, click Finish.

3. Set up your wireless USB adapter.

a. Windows 98SE, Me, or 2000 users go to to

step b. Windows XP or Vista users can set
up the wireless adapter either with the
NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended)
or the Windows Configuration Utilities.

• NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals

more information about each network
and makes it easier to troubleshoot
network connection problems.

• 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 the NETGEAR Smart

Wizard. You will be prompted to let the
wizard help you connect to a network
(recommended).

c. Click Next to accept.

4. Connect to a wireless network.

a. Select the wireless network from the drop-

down list, and the wizard records your
choice.

Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast
the Network Name (SSID). These
networks are in the drop-down list, but the
Network Name (SSID) is blank.

b. The Smart Wizard will detect if the

network uses security or not. Follow the
Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for saving a Profile.

c. After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish.

The WG111v3 icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop, and the
Settings page opens. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. It could take
up to a minute for your wireless connection to be established.

Verifying the Wireless Connection with the Status Bar

The status bar is located at the bottom of the Settings page.

connection

status

connection wizard

Internet/router unlocked: network

connection indicator does not use security

• The connection status indicator and the WG111v3 icon show the

status of the connection.

• For details about the icons in the status bar, the WG111v3 LEDs, and
troubleshooting tips, see the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
WG111 v3 User Manual on the NETGEAR CD.

• The Internet/Router connection indicator shows the progress of your connection.

Connection Indicator Description

Connected to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK.
Connected to Router Wireless connection to router OK

but no Internet connection at router.

___.___.___.___ or

169.254..x.x

Wireless connection to a router OK
but problem with the router. See the
online help or User Manual for
troubleshooting tips.

signal strength

indicator

Placing the USB Adapter Cradle

Technical Support

You can attach the WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter directly to a USB port on your
computer, or use the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception.

Follow these instructions to use the USB cable, plastic cradle, and loop and hook fastener
provided in the package for better USB Adapter placement on a notebook computer:

1. The WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter comes with three black fasteners. Locate the
one that has a prickly side and attach it to the plastic cradle on the middle of the
outside rear.

2. Insert the WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter in the plastic cradle.

3. Place one of the other pieces of loop
and hook fastener on the back of your
monitor near the top for better
reception.

Tip: Place the last piece of fastener on
the side of monitor nearest your
wireless access point.

4. Join the pieces of the fastener to attach
the USB Adapter in the plastic cradle
to the notebook or desktop monitor.

See the installation instructions for your
operating system before attaching the USB
cable to the USB Adapter and your
computer.

Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products.
After completing the Smart Wizard configuration assistant, locate the serial number on the

bottom label of your product and use it to register your product at

http://www.NETGEAR.com/register.

Registration on the website or over the phone is required before you can use our telephone
support service. The phone numbers for worldwide regional customer support centers are
on the Warranty and Support Information card that came with your product.

Go to

http://kbserver.netgear.com for product updates and Web support.

April 20, 2007

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2002/96 on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE
Directive). If disposed of within the European Union, this product should be
treated and recycled in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction
implementing the WEEE Directive.

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