NETGEAR WN111v2 User Manual

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NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2

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

Installation

Continue the Installation

1. Depending on which Windows operating system you are using, do one of the
following:

• Windows Vista. If you are using a Windows Vista computer, the adapter and

driver are automatically added.
Note: If a message that Windows Vista cannot verify the publisher of this driver

displays, click Install this driver software anyway.

• Windows XP or Windows 2000 SP4. If you are using a Windows XP or

Windows 2000 SP4 computer, follow the onscreen instructions for the Found
New Hardware Wizard.

Connect to a Wireless Network

The next screen that displays depends on whether there is a wireless router or access point
at your location that supports Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup [WPS]).

Hidden Network

Install the NETGEAR WN111v2 Software

Insert the Resource CD. If the CD main page
does not display, browse the files on the CD and
double-click Autorun.exe.

1. Click Install the Software. The Software

Update Check screen displays.

2. NETGEAR recommends that you upgrade
when new firmware is available. If you are
connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, install from the CD.

The NETGEAR Smart Wizard Welcome screen displays.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the NETGEAR WN111v2 software.

4. When the NETGEAR Smart Wizard Installation Complete screen displays, click
Next.

Insert the Wireless USB Adapter

Connect the wireless adapter to a USB port on your
computer:

1. For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4
feet (1 meter) away from your router.

2. Attach the wireless USB adapter directly to a USB
port on your computer, or use the USB cable (see
“Using the USB Cable and Cradle” on the other
side of this document.

Note: For Windows XP, if a Windows logo testing message appears, click
Continue Anyway.

2. When the NETGEAR Smart Wizard screen returns, click Next to proceed.

Windows XP or Vista users can set up the
wireless adapter either with the NETGEAR
Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows
configuration utilities.

For Windows configuration utilities, see the
Windows documentation or the NETGEAR
application note at: http://

documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/
winzerocfg/index.htm.

The NETGEAR Smart Wizard reveals more information about each network and
makes it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems.

3. Click Next to accept the Smart Wizard.

You are prompted to let the wizard help you
connect to a network (recommended).

4. Click Next to proceed.

The wireless networks in your area One or more wireless networks with WPS

are in your area.do not support WPS.

1. Follow the instructions on the Connecting to your wireless network screen:

• If there are no WPS networks, select a 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.

• If you want to use WPS to create a secure connection, leave the radio box
checked and click Next to continue; otherwise, select the No radio box and click
Next to continue.

WPS allows you to click a button or create a PIN number to securely connect to a
wireless router or access point. Both the wireless adapter and the router or access
point must support WPS. For more information about WPS, see the NETGEAR

RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the
Resource CD.

2. Follow the Smart Wizard steps to connect to a network and to save a Profile.

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

The WN111v2 icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop. The Smart
Wizard Settings tab also displays and the adapter initiates your wireless connection. It
can take up to a minute to complete your connection.

Using the Status Bar

1. For connection details, check the status bar, located at the bottom of the Settings tab.

Security

Channel

Data rate

Understanding the Status Bar (continued)

Connection
status

The status of your network connection.

• Connected to Internet. The wireless Internet connection is OK.

• Connected to Router. 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 the router. See the

NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2
User Manual on the Resource CD.

2. When you are finished reviewing the Settings tab, click Close.

You can use the icon at any later time to access your adapter settings. For
information about all settings available for your wireless adapter, refer to the

NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the
Resource CD.

Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to
the monitor.

Technical Support

Wireless

network

Signal

Join a Network

Connection status

strength

Understanding the Status Bar

Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you have joined.
Security • A closed lock indicates that security is enabled.

• An open lock indicates an open network without wireless security.

Channel The wireless channel used by the network. If many wireless

networks in your area use the same channel, they can interfere with
one another.

Data rate Wireless data rate measured in Megabits per second. To optimize

wireless data rate, connect to a network with a high-speed router or
access point and a high-speed Internet connection.

Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. Usually, you experience

higher throughput when the signal is strongest.

Join a Network Click Join a Network to start the Connection Wizard.

May 2008

Using the USB Cable and Cradle

You can attach the wireless USB adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use
the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception. Use the USB
cable, plastic cradle, and loop-and-hook fastener for better adapter placement on a
computer monitor.

1. Attach the first fastener.
The wireless USB adapter comes with three black

fasteners. Locate the one with a prickly side, and attach it
to the plastic cradle on the middle of the outside
rear.Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle.

2. Connect the USB cable.

3. Place the other fasteners.
Place one of the other pieces of loop-

and-hook fastener on the side or back of
your monitor near the top for better
reception.

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://www.netgear.com/support for product updates and Web support.

Attention: When you configure the wireless settings of this device,
please make sure to select the correct country settings. Due to EU
law, the country settings must be identical to the country where the
device is operating.

This symbol was placed in accordance with the European Union Directive
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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