NETGEAR WGM511 User Manual page 47

How to know if the WGM511 card has received a valid IP address
The easiest way is find out if the WGM511card has received a valid IP address from the Wireless
Router/AP is to open up the WGM511 utility program and check the IP address in the About page.
How to use XP's own Wireless configuration utility
The NETGEAR WGM511 software is designed so that the user will be asked to choose one of the
utility programs during initial software installation. Be sure the WGM511 is connected to the PC
and follow these instructions to change your selection.
1. Go to Control Panel and select Network Connections.
2. Right click on the connection and select Properties.
3. Click the Wireless Networks tab.
4. Select or clear the WGM511 "Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings" check
box.
I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser list
The access point is available and there is good signal strength. There are a few possibilities:
• If the access point (AP) is WPA-PSK protected, you will need to have the correct WPA-PSK
Passphrase. Otherwise, the WGM511 will still be connected to the previous access point and
you will not be able to change to the WPA-PSK access point.
• If the access point is WEP protected (either 64 or 128 bit encryption), you will be prompted to
enter the WEP encryption security information.
Why does the New Hardware Wizard appear after installation has completed?
This happens if the PC Card device is connected to a different slot than the one used during
installation. Return the PC Card device to the original PC Card slot.
How do the LEDs work?
If bothe LEDs are off, then the card is not plugged in or no power is applied to the card. The ACT
LED blinks fast when the card is active. When the ACT LED blinks or stays on, and the Link LED
is on, the WGM511 is associated or joined with a network.
Troubleshooting
December 2004
User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511
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