NETGEAR WNDA3100 User Manual

)NSTALLATION'UIDE

N600 Wireless Dual Band USB Adapter WNDA3100

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NETGEAR, Inc.

350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95135

version 1.0

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)NSTALLATION'UIDE

N600 Wireless Dual Band USB Adapter WNDA3100

This guide explains Express installation with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. For help
with custom installation, see the User Manual on the Resource CD.

Estimated completion time: 10 minutes.

Package Contents

Loop and hook
fasteners

USB Wireless Adapter

Plastic cradle USB cable

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Resource CD

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Install the Software

1. Insert the Resource CD in your computer’s CD drive. If the CD main page does
not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe.

2. Click Install the Software. The Software Update Check screen displays.

3. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, then
click Install from CD.

4. Accept the license agreement.

5. On the Setup Type screen, for Express (recommended) setup, click Next.

Insert Your Adapter

You are prompted to insert your adapter.

1. Insert the adapter into a USB port on
your computer, or connect it with the
USB cable (see “USB Cable and
Cradle” on the other side of this
guide).

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

2. Click Next. The WNDA3100v2
software detects the adapter.

3. Follow the onscreen prompts for the NETGEAR wizard.

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Connect to a Network

You are prompted to connect to a wireless network with one of these screens:

WPS network No WPS

• WPS network: This network supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS).
You can follow the steps to push the WPS button and connect without entering a
password.

• No WPS: Select your wireless network from the list and click Next. To connect
to a secure network, you must enter its passphrase or network key.

The adapter connects to the network, which can take a minute or two. The Smart
Wizard Settings screen displays. Your settings are saved in a profile, which you can
name.

Profile name

The icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop. You can use it to open
the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to a different wireless network.

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Status Bar

The status bar at the bottom of the Smart Wizard screen shows details about your
wireless connection.

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Understanding the Status Bar

1. Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you have joined.

2. Join a Network Join a different wireless network or rejoin your current network, if you

3. Connection
status

4. Security • A closed lock indicates a network with wireless security.

5. Channel The wireless channel used by the network.

6. Data rate Wireless data rate measured in megabits per second. To optimize this,

7. Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. Usually, your connection works

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were disconnected.

• Connected to Internet.

• Connected to Router. The adapter is connected to a router, but the
router is not connected to the Internet.

• 169.254.x.x or ___.___.___.___. You are connected to a router, but
the router has a problem. See the User Manual on the Resource CD.

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

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

best when the signal is strongest.

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USB Cable and Cradle

You can use the USB cable and plastic cradle to place the adapter in a location that
will extend its range and obtain better wireless reception.

1. Three fasteners come in the
package. Locate the one with a
prickly side, peel off the plastic film,
and stick it on the back of the plastic
cradle.

2. Insert the adapter in
the plastic cradle.

3. Connect the USB
cable.

4. Place one of the other fasteners on the side or back of your monitor near the top
for better reception.

5. Then join the fasteners.

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