Netgear orporated WGE111 Users Manual
WGE111
Table of Contents
Connecting the Bridge to a Single Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Connecting the Bridge to Multiple Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Identifying Your Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Connecting the Bridge to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Checking and Changing the Computer’s IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Changing the Bridge’s IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Using the NetBIOS Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Changing the Country/Region Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Selecting a Specific Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Changing the Bridge’s Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Enabling WEP Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Upgrading the Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Configuring the Bridge for Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Setting the Bridge’s Data Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
1: Preparing to Install the WGE111 Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Placement and Range Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operating Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
WGE111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2: Installing the WGE111 Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
3: Preparing to Configure the WGE111 Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
4: Configuring the WGE111 Bridge for Your Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . .12
WGE111 Bridge Status Lights and Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
WGE111 Bridge Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Restoring the Bridge to the Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
WGE111 Bridge Status Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
WGE111 Bridge System Requirements and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Regulatory Approvals
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.
To assure continued compliance, any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
(Example - use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices).
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20
centimeters between the radiator and your body.
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.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
The antennas used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at
least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
Channel
The Wireless Channel sets the radio frequency used for communication.
•Access Points use a fixed Channel. You can select the Channel used. This allows you to
choose a Channel which provides the least interference and best performance. In the USA
and Canada, 11 channel are available. If using multiple Access Points, it is better if adjacent
Access Points use different Channels to reduce interference.
• In "Infrastructure" mode, Wireless Stations normally scan all Channels, looking for an
Access Point. If more than one Access Point can be used, the one with the strongest
signal is used. (This can only happen within an ESS.)
• If using "Ad-hoc" mode (no Access Point), all Wireless stations should be set to use the
same Channel. However, most Wireless stations will still scan all Channels to see if there
is an existing "Ad-hoc" group they can join.
Preparing to Install the WGE111 Bridge
Note: If you have a wired network, you must have a wireless router or access point set up in the
network. To connect more than one device to the bridge you must use switch or a hub.
This guide shows you how to connect the bridge and configure it for your network — whether
to work with a wireless router or access point, or to work with other wireless devices. Setup is
easy – follow the instructions in this guide and your network will be up and running quickly.
Package Contents
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a NETGEAR WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge. With
this bridge you can connect one or more gaming consoles, personal computers, printers, or
other Ethernet-enabled devices to communicate with your network.
Power adapter
Resource CD for 54 Mbps
Wireless Ethernet Bridge,
Installation guide,
Support information card,
Warranty card
The product package should contain the following items:
100 Mbps
Ethernet cable
WGE111 54 Mbps
Wireless Ethernet Bridge
• WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge
• Power adapter
• Ethernet cable
•
WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge Resource CD, that includes this Reference
Manual for the Model WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge in Adobe
PDF file format
• Installation guide
• Warranty card
• Support information card
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Acrobat
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System Requirements
Placement and Range Guidelines
Operating Modes
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Before installing the WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge, please make sure that these
minimum requirements have been met:
• For connecting into a wired network, you must have the network set up and working with
an access point or wireless router.
• For creating an Ad-Hoc network without an access point, all devices must have a
receiver/transmitter. (The receiver/transmitter may be another WGE111 bridge.)
If the default settings on the bridge do not work, you will need to configure the bridge. Also, if
you have more than one WGE111 in the network, only one can use the default IP address.
Yo u’ll have to configure the others with unique IP addresses. To configure the bridge with the
configuration software, you must have a personal computer with Internet browser software
installed, such as Microsoft
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Internet Explorer 5.0 (or later) or Netscape®6.0 (or later).
Computers and other Ethernet-enabled devices can connect over wireless networks indoors at
more than 500 feet. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can
vary significantly based on the physical location of the WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet
Bridge. 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 wireless devices.
The WGE111 Wireless Ethernet Bridge operates in either Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc mode.
• Infrastructure mode is used when you have an access point or wireless router connected to
a wired network. The wireless devices and computers communicate with the wired
network (and other wireless devices) through the wireless router or access point. For
example, with a wireless router multiple computers (both wired and wireless) can share a
single cable or DSL broadband Internet connection.
• You use the bridge in Ad-Hoc mode if you have a small, wireless-only network and all the
devices have wireless transmitters/receivers. In this case, there’s no need for an access point
or a wireless router for the wireless devices communicate directly to one another.
WGE111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings
• Password: password
• Authentication type: Auto
• WEP security: Disabled
• Protocol: Static
• Device name: netgearxxxx (where xxxx is the last 4 digits of the MAC address)
• Data rate: b/g combo
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Note: If you are setting up a new wireless network, please set up the network and make sure it
before adding the WGE111 Wireless Ethernet Bridge into the network.
works
You will need to identify the wireless configuration and security parameters already defined in
your wireless network.
Note: All NETGEAR, Inc. 802.11g and 802.11b wireless access products use similar factory
settings as the WGE111 and will work without any configuration changes.
The factory default settings for your WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet Bridge are:
• Mode (Infrastructure or Ad-Hoc): Infrastructure
• Wireless network name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any
Note: Any means the bridge will connect to the access point or wireless router that has the
strongest signal. This may not be the closest access point or wireless router. For the WGE111
Wireless Ethernet Bridge to communicate with a specific wireless router or access point, both
devices must be configured with the same SSID.
• User ID:
• Country/Region: United States
Warning: Having the bridge set to the wrong country or region may result in the violation of
local laws.
WGE111-specific default settings:
• IP address: 192.168.0.202
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Connecting the Bridge to a Single Device
Warning: Failure to follow these guidelines can cause intermittent or complete failure
of wireless connectivity.
• Place it in an elevated location such as a high shelf or on a wall in the center of
your wireless access area. If you mount the bridge on a wall, do not place the bridge
in such a way that it is vertical with the NETGEAR name upside-down and the power
adapter plug hanging from the bottom of the unit. Having the unit in this position
violates power adapter regulations.
3. Lift the bridge’s antenna so it is vertical.
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This section provides instructions for connecting the WGE111 54 Mbps Wireless Ethernet
Bridge, using the default settings, to either a single Ethernet-enabled device or to multiple
devices through a switch or hub.
Note: If you find that the default settings don’t work, if you know that you’ve configured your
wireless network with WEP security, if you’re placing more than one WGE111 bridge on the
network, or if you are not in the United States, you’ll have to configure the bridge before
connecting it to the Ethernet-enabled device(s). To configure the bridge, see
WGE111 Bridge for Your Wireless Network
on page 12.
Configuring the
1. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
2. Identify a flat surface where you will put the wireless game adapter. For best results, follow
these guidelines:
• Place it away from potential sources of interference, such as computers, monitors,
TVs, microwaves, cordless phones, or large metal surfaces.
Connecting the Bridge to Multiple Devices
Warning: Failure to follow these guidelines can cause intermittent or complete failure
of wireless connectivity.
• Place it in an elevated location such as a high shelf or on a wall in the center of
your wireless access area. If you mount the bridge on a wall, do not place the bridge
in such a way that it is vertical with the NETGEAR name upside-down and the power
adapter plug hanging from the bottom of the unit. Having the unit in this position
violates power adapter regulations.
3. Lift the bridge’s antenna so it is vertical.
4. Turn off the gaming consoles or other Ethernet-enabled devices.
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Wireless Ethernet Bridge
Gaming console or other
Ethernet-enabled device
4. Turn off the gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device.
5. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between the WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter and the
gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device.
6. Connect the power adapter to the bridge and plug the power adapter in to a power outlet.
The Power and Wireless LAN lights should light up.
7. After you see the Wireless LAN light light up, turn on the gaming console or other
Ethernet-enabled device.
If the bridge and the Ethernet-enabled device are successfully connected, the Network
light will light up. This light flashes when there is network activity.
Note: If your setup works with the default settings, you don’t need to configure the bridge
unless you need to change the Country/Region setting from the default setting (United States)
or you need to assign a unique IP address to subsequent WGE111 bridges. See page 12 for
information on configuring the bridge.
1. Unpack the box and verify the contents.
2. Identify a flat surface where you will put the wireless game adapter. For best results, follow
these guidelines:
• Place it away from potential sources of interference, such as computers, monitors,
TVs, microwaves, cordless phones, or large metal surfaces.
WGR614 54 Mpbs
Wireless Router
Cable
or DSL
modem
WGE111 54 Mbps
Wireless Ethernet Bridge
Fast Ethernet
Switch FS605
Ethernet-enabled
computer
Gaming console or other
Ethernet-enabled device
5. Connect the provided Ethernet cable between the WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter and the
switch (or hub).
6. Connect each gaming console or other Ethernet-enabled device to the switch (or hub)
using an Ethernet cable.
7. Connect the switch’s (or hub’s) power adapter and plug that power adapter in to a power
outlet.
8. Connect the bridge’s power adapter and plug the power adapter in to a power outlet.
The Power and Wireless LAN lights should light up.
9. After the Wireless LAN light lights up, turn on any gaming console(s).
10. After turning on any gaming consoles, turn on any other Ethernet-enabled device(s).
If the bridge, switch, and the Ethernet-enabled devices are successfully connected, the
Network light will light up. This light flashes when there is network activity.
Note: If your setup works with the default settings, you don’t need to configure the bridge
unless you need to change the Country/Region setting from the default setting (United States)
or you need to assign a unique IP address to subsequent WGE111 bridges. See page 12 for
information on configuring the bridge.
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