NETGEAR WPNT121 User Manual

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Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Model WPNT121

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

Start Here

Note: The adapter is compatible with Windows XP S2 and Windows 2000 SP4 operating
systems. Windows XP SP1 users must upgrade with a Microsoft Hot Fix KB822603 first.

3. For Windows XP users, choose the wizard.

Note: If you use Windows 2000 SP4, skip to Step 4, below.
a. Choose the NETGEAR Smart Wizard

(recommended) or the Windows XP
Configuration utility.

Note: If you choose the Windows XP
option, then you must read the Windows
XP documentation for instructions.

b. Click Next to accept the NETGEAR

Smart Wizard.

The 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. The status bar shows the status of your wireless
connection.

Using the Status Bar

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

1. First, install the software.

a. Insert the NETGEAR CD in your

computer’s CD drive. If the mai n page
does not appear, double click
autorun.exe on the CD.

b. Click the Install Software link and

the Smart Wizard starts.

c. Follow the Wizard steps, and click

Next to continue.

d. When the Installation Complete

message appears, click Next.

2. Now, connect the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter.

a. Locate an available USB port on your

computer.

b. Insert the end of the cable on the

Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter into the
USB port.

c. The Found New Hardware Wizard

opens. Follow the wizard prompts.

4. Use the Smart Wizard to set up
your Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter

a. When prompted, click Next to let the

wizard help you connect to a network
(recommended).

b. Select the wireless network from the

drop-down list, and the wizard records
your choice.

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

If the network uses security, then the
Smart Wizard detects it.

c. Follow the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for saving a Profile.

Hidden Network

connection

status

• 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

Connected to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK.
Connected to Router

___.___.___.___ or

169.254..x.x

Internet/router unlocked: network signal strength

indicatorconnection indicator does not use security

Description

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 the User Manual for trouble­shooting tips.

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

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 Web site 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.

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March 2006