NETGEAR WPN111NA User Manual
NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10365-01
December 2007
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Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications
.
Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic,
building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
Safety and Regulatory Notices
FCC Statement
The WN111 has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
These limits are designed to provide rea sonabl e pr otecti on ag ai nst harmful int erferen ce in a resi dentia l in stal lation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used according to the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which is found by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
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• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment or devices
• Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s
• Consult a dealer or 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 operate the device.
FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements
SAR Statement
The NETGEAR WN111 has been tested for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. The FCC has
established detailed SAR requirements and has established that these requirements have been met while installed in host
notebook computer.
RF Exposure Information
The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to the
requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency
devices. This model meets the applicable government requirements for exposure to radio frequency waves. The highest
SAR level measured for this device was 0.74 W/kg.
Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 et CNR-210 du Canada.
“To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from
windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to
licensing.”
“Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l’objet d’une licence, il doit être utilisé à
l’intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son
antenne d’émission) est installé à l’extérieur, il doit faire l’objet d’une licence.”
Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the WN111 product
package.
Èesky
[Czech]
Dansk
[Danish]
NETGEAR, Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter WN11 1
smìrnice 1999/5/ES.
Undertegnede NETGEAR, Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR
je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøíslušnými ustanoveními
RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 overholder de væsentlige krav og
øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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Deutsch
[German]
Eesti
[Estonian]
English Hereby, NETGEAR, Inc., declares that this NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB
Español
[Spanish]
Ελληνική
[Greek]
Français
[French]
Italiano
[Italian]
Latviski
[Latvian]
Lietuviø
[Lithuanian]
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Malti
[Maltese]
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Polski [Polish] Niniejszym NETGEAR, Inc. oœwiadcza, ¿e NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB
Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR, Inc., dass sich das Gerät NETGEAR RangeMax Next
Wireless USB 2.0 Ad ap ter WN111
Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG
befindet.
Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR, Inc. seadme NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless
USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
2.0 Adapter WN111
provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR, Inc. declara que el NETGEAR RangeMax Next
vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud
is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant
Wireless USB 2.0 Ad ap ter WN111
otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR, Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ NETGEAR RangeMax Next
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.
Par la présente NETGEAR, Inc. déclare que l'appareil NETGEAR RangeMax Next
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Con la presente NETGEAR, Inc. dichiara che questo NETGEAR RangeMax Next
Wireless USB 2.0 Ad ap ter WN111
disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
Ar šo NETGEAR, Inc. deklarç, ka NETGEAR RangeMax Next W irel ess USB 2.0 Adapter
WN111
noteikumiem.
Šiuo NETGEAR, Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter WN111
Hierbij verklaart
USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Hawnhekk, NETGEAR, Inc., jiddikjara li dan NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB
atbilst Direktîvas 1999/5/EK bûtiskajâm prasîbâm un citiem ar to saistîtajiem
atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
NETGEAR, Inc. dat het toestel NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless
in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere
in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden
cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera
ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ
est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux autres
è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre
2.0 Adapter WN111 jikkonforma mal-tiijiet essenzjali u ma provvedimenti orajn relevanti li
hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Alulírott,
NETGEAR, Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB
2.0 Adapter WN111 megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC
irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
2.0 Adapter WN111
postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami oraz pozosta³ymi stosownymi
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Português
[Portuguese]
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
Slovensky
[Slovak]
Suomi
[Finnish]
Svenska
[Swedish]
NETGEAR, Inc. declara que este NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
WN111
1999/5/CE.
está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva
NETGEAR, Inc. izjavlja, da je ta NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
WN111
ES.
v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi doloèili direktive 1999/5/
NETGEAR, Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter WN111
1999/5/ES.
spåòa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice
NETGEAR, Inc. vakuuttaa täten että NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter WN111
koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Härmed intygar NETGEAR, Inc. att denna [utrustningstyp] står I överensstämmelse med
de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv
1999/5/EG.
tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WN 111
Publication Date: December 2007
Product Family: Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
Product Name: NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
Home or Business Product: Home
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10365-01
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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... ix
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................... x
How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................... x
Chapter 1
Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin ..................................................................................1-1
Verify System Requirements ....................................................................................1-1
Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines ..................................................1-2
What Is In the Box ..........................................................................................................1-2
WN111 Default Wireless Settings ...................................................................................1-3
Installation ......................................................................................................................1-3
Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet ........................................................1-9
WN111 Icon Colors ..................................................................................................1-9
Smart Wizard Status Bar ........................................................................................1-10
WN111 LED ............................................................................................................ 1-11
Placing the USB Adapter Cradle .................................................................................. 1-11
Removing the WN111 Software ....................................................................................1-12
Upgrading the WN111 Software ...................................................................................1-13
Chapter 2
Network Connections and Wireless Security
Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility ...........................................................2-1
Understanding the Smart Wizard ...................................................................................2-2
Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area ........................................................................2-2
Joining a Network ...........................................................................................................2-4
Using WPS to Connect to a Wireless Network ........................................................2-4
Manually Selecting a Wireless Network ...................................................................2-9
Profiles ..........................................................................................................................2-12
Adding Profiles .......................................................................................................2-12
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Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router ......................................2-12
Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile ..................................................2-14
Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection .........................2-16
Wireless Security ..........................................................................................................2-17
Using Wireless Security Features ................................................................................2-17
Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings ................................................2-17
Setting up WEP Encryption Security ............................................................................2-18
Setting up WPA-PSK Security ......................................................................................2-20
Setting up WPA2-PSK Security ....................................................................................2-21
Statistics Tab .................................................................................................................2-22
About Tab .....................................................................................................................2-23
Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................2-24
Chapter 3
Wireless Network Performance
Optimizing Wireless Performance ..................................................................................3-1
Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth ..............................................................................3-3
Overview of Home and Small Office Networking Technologies ......................................3-4
Assessing Your Speed Requirements ......................................................................3-5
Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................4-1
Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly ..........................................................................4-3
Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems .............................................................4-3
Appendix A
Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-1
Factory Default Settings ................................................................................................ A-2
Appendix B
Related Documents
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About This Manual
The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Wire less USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual describes how to
install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
WN111. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and
Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
• Typographical Conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italics Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
Bold User input
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
• Scope. This manual is written for the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
according to these specifications:
Product Version NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
Manual Publication Date December 2007
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For more information about network technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in
Appendix B, “Related Documents”.
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WN111.asp.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page
at a time
• A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on a
link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the
manual.
• A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
How to Print this Manual
To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs.
• Printing a Page in the HTML View.
Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to a major topic. Use the Print
button on the browser toolbar to print the page contents.
• Printing a Chapter.
Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page.
— Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page in the chapter you want to
print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window.
— Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view and
print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe website at
http://www.adobe.com.
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— Click the print icon in the upper left of the window.
Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can
save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
• Printing the Full Manual.
Use the Complete PDF Manua l link at the top left of any page.
— Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. The PDF
version of the complete manual opens in a browser window.
— Click the print icon in the upper left of the window.
Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can
save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
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Chapter 1
Basic Setup
This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and
set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced
wireless network set up is covered in Chapter 2, “Network Connections and Wireless Security”.
Note: Indoors, computers can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of
several hundred feet. Because walls do not always block wireless signals, others
outside your immediate area could access your network. It is important to take
steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. The wireless USB adapter
provides highly effective security features, which are covered in “Using Wireless
Security Features” in Chapter 2. Use the security features appropriate to your
needs.
What You Need Before You Begin
You need to verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the
wireless network settings of the WLAN where you will connect before you can set up your
wireless USB adapter and connect.
Verify System Requirements
Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN1 1 1, please make
sure that these minimum requirements have been met:
• You must have a PC with a Pentium
available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port.
Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. If your computer has a
USB v1.1 port, the WN111 is limited to that port’s maximum speed, which is
14 Mbps.
•A CD drive.
• 10 Mbytes of free hard disk space.
300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an
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• Vista, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, or Windows 2000. Some versions of
Windows might ask for the original Windows operating system installation files to complete
the installation of the WN111 driver software.
Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 Hot fix, which fixes
the USB 2.0 Host controller driver. Go to the following link to install the Hot fix:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/
details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fee85b688b7f86
Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines
For best performance, place the wireless USB adapter at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the
wireless router or access point.
Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based
on the physical location of the computer with the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0
Adapter. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as:
• Large metal surfaces
•Microwaves
• 2.4 GHz Cordless phones
In general, wireless devices can communicate through walls. However, if the walls are constructed
with concrete, or have metal, or metal mesh, the effective range will decrease if such materials are
between the devices.
What Is In the Box
The product package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
• Installation Guide for the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111
• Resource CD, including:
— Driver and Configuration Utility Software
— NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WN111 User Manual (this
document)
— Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial
— PC Networking Tutorial
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• Warranty and Support information card
• A plastic cradle to hold the WN111
• Velcro fasteners to attach the WN111 to the plastic cradle
• USB adapter cable
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the
carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.
WN111 Default Wireless Settings
If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to set up the network
and verify wireless connectivity. If this is an addition to an existing wireless network, you will
need to identify the wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined.
Your RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter factory default basic settings are:
• Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network)
Note: In order for the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to
communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must
be set up to use the same wireless network name (SSID).
• Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-hoc): Infrastructure
• Data security WEP, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK encryption: Disabled
Installation
To install the RangeMax Next WN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter:
1. First, install the WN111 software:
Insert the Resource CD. If the Welcome screen does not open, double click Autorun.exe on the
CD.
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a. Click Install the Software.The Check for Updates screen displays:
Figure 1-1
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 onscreen instructions for the InstallShield wizard and the NETGEAR Smart
Wizard.
• For Windows XP, if a Windows logo testing message appears, click Continue
Anyway.
• If a message that Windows Vista cannot verify the publisher of this driver appears,
click Install this driver software anyway.
d. When the Installation Complete message appears, click Next.
2. Now, connect the wireless USB adapter.
Figure 1-2
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a. Locate an available USB port on your PC.
Note: If you do not have a USB 2.0 port on your PC, the throughput of the
WN111 will be limited to the 14 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard.
b. Insert the wireless adapter in a USB port on your PC.
— For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) from your router.
— To use the USB cable, connect it to the wireless USB adapter and a USB port. See
“Placing the USB Adapter Cradle” on page 1-11.
c. For Windows XP computers, the Found New Hardware Wizard opens. Follow the wizard
prompts.
d. For Windows Vista, the wireless USB adapter is automatically added with the installed
driver.
3. Select the country where you will primarily use the USB adapter. Click Agree.
Figure 1-3
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4. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your wireless USB adapter.
Figure 1-4
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 Wi ndows
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.
c. You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a network (recommended).
Figure 1-5
d. Click Next to accept.
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5. Depending on whether or not a wireless access point or router in the network supports Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS), there are two possibilities:
— If a wireless access point or router in the network supports WPS, the following screen
displays. Select Yes to connect to the access point or router through WPS, and click Next.
Follow the Wizard.
Figure 1-6
Note: See “Using WPS to Connect to a Wireless Network” on page 2-4 for a
detailed explanation of how to connect to an access point or router through
WPS.
— If none of the wireless access points or routers in the network support WPS, the following
screen displays. Select the wireless network from the drop-down list, and click Next. The
wizard records your choice. If the network uses security, then the Smart Wizard detects it.
Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for saving a Profile.
Hidden network
Figure 1-7
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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.
Note: See “Manually Selecting a Wireless Network” on page 2-9 for a detailed
explanation of how to connect to an access point or router through
manually selecting a wireless network.
6. After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. The Settings screen displays:
Figure 1-8
The icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop. The wizard initiates your wireless
connection, which could take up to a minute.
7. Use the status bar to verify your wireless connectivity. See “Smart Wizard Status Bar”.
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