Observe Wireless Location And Range Guidelines; Default Wireless Settings - NETGEAR RangeMax WPN511 User Manual

NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless PC Card WPN511 User Manual

Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines

Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range that can vary significantly based
on the location of the computer with the WPN511 Wireless PC Card. For best results, avoid
potential sources of interference, such as:
• Large metal surfaces
• Microwave ovens
• 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. For more detailed information, see
Performance".
What Is in the Box
The product package should contain the following items:
• NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless PC Card WPN511
• Installation Guide for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PC Card WPN511
• NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PC Card WPN511 Resource CD, including:
– Driver and Utility Software
– NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless PC Card WPN511 User Manual (this document)
– Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial
– PC Networking Tutorial
• Warranty card
• Support information card
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.

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 need the
wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined.
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Chapter 3, "Wireless Network
v3.0, January 2007