NETGEAR WG311T User Manual

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NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311T

These setup instructions assume that you will connect to an access point or wireless router.
Estimated Completion 15-25 minu tes.

Installation

1. First, install the WG311T
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. Follow the Wizard steps and click Next to continue.

2. Now, install the wireless PCI
adapter.

a. When prompted, shut down the

computer.

b. Unplug the computer, open the case,

and install the WG311T into a PCI
slot.

c. Connect the antenna to the adapter and

position the antenna to the up position.
d. Close the case, plug the power cord back in, and restart your computer.
e. You will be prompted to select the country where you are located.
f. Select the country and click Agree.

3. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your wireless PCI adapter.

a. Windows 2000 users go 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.
If the network uses security, then the
Smart Wizard detects it.

b. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for saving a Profile.
c. After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish.

The WG311T 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. Check the status bar.

Using the Status Bar

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

connection

status

connection wizard

• Connection Status: The color shows the connection status.

• Signal Strength: Shows the signal strength of the wireless network. If the signal is

poor, try moving closer to the wireless access point.

• Lock icon: Shows if security is used on the network.

• Internet/Router connection: Shows the progress of your connection.

Connection Indicator Description

Connected to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK.
Connected to Router

___.___.___.___ or

169.254..x.x

Internet/router unlocked: network

connection indicator does not use security

Wireless connection to router OK but no Internet
connection at router.

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

signal strength

indicator

Technical Support

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.

May 17, 2007

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