Universal WiFi Internet Adapter WNCE2001 User Manual
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
202-10598-01
April 2010
© 2010 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
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support service. Product updates and Web support are always available by going to:
http://www.netgear.com/support.
Setup documentation is available on the CD, on the support website, and on the documentation website. When the
wireless router is connected to the Internet, click the Knowledgebase or the Documentation link under Web Support in
the main menu to view support information.
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Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
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
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with 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 can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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This device complies with 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment
should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands are country dependent and are firmware
programmed at the factory to match the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end user.
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.
Industry Canada Statement
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with Canada radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm
between the radiator and your body.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Conformity website at:
http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0
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Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WNCE2001
Publication Date: April 2010
Product Family: Universal WiFi Internet Adapter
Product Name: Universal WiFi Internet Adapter WNCE2001
Home or Business Product: Home
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10598-01
Publication Version Number: 1.0
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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... vi
How to Print This Manual ................................................................................................ vii
Revision History ........................................................................................................ vii
Chapter 1
Installation
Installation with WPS ......................................................................................................1-1
Installation without WPS .................................................................................................1-2
Power Connection Options ......................................................................................1-4
LEDs ........................................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2
Network Connections and Wireless Security
Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area .......................................................................2-1
Selecting a Network ........................................................................................................2-1
Using Push 'N' Connect to Join a Network ...............................................................2-1
About Wireless Security .................................................................................................2-2
Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings ............................................2-2
Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security ....................................2-3
Setting Up WEP Encryption Security .......................................................................2-4
Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance
Optimizing Wireless Performance ..................................................................................3-1
Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth ..............................................................................3-2
Chapter 4 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................4-1
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® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to install,
configure, and troubleshoot the Universal WiFi Internet Adapter WNCE2001.
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::
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs
Bold User input, screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
italic URL links
• 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.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment, a breach of security, or a loss of data.
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• Scope. This manual is written for the WiFi Internet Adapter. For more information about
network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click 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/WNCE2001.asp.
How to Print This Manual
To print this manual, 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 Web site at
http://www.adobe.com.
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.
Revision History
Part Number
202-10598-01 1.0 April 2010 Original publication
Version
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Date Description
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Chapter 1
Installation
This chapter explains how to set up the Universal WiFi Internet Adapter, with or without WPS.
WPS (WiFi Protected Setup) is a simple and secured way to connect a device to an existing
netowrk. If you have a NETGEAR router, this feature is called Push 'N' Connect. Look for the
or symbols on the router to make sure the NETGEAR router supports WPS. For non-
NETGEAR routers, please refer to that router’s user manual to determine if the router supports
WPS. Once you know whether your router supports WPS, choose the appropriate installation
method.
Installation with WPS
If your are using the WNCE2001 with a router that supports WPS, follow the installation
instructions in this section. If not, go to the next section
1. Use the included Ethernet cable to connect the WNCE2001 to your TV, XBox, or Blu-ray
player..
Figure 1-1
2.
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