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- Page 1 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10026-01 Version 2.0 May 2004 202-10026-01...
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Page 2: Technical Support
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. -
Page 3: Fcc Information To User
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Declaration Of Conformity We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model WG111v2 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •... - Page 4 FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE PY3WG111V2 Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment. Export Restrictions This product or software contains encryption code which may not be exported or transferred from the US or Canada without an approved US Department of Commerce export license.
- Page 5 requirements for use of the 2.4GHz band in France: http://www.art-telecom.fr/eng/index.htm. When operating in the following metropolitan regions (départements) in France, this device may be operated under the following conditions: Indoors using any channel in the 2.4-2.4835 GHz band (Channels 1-13) Outdoors using channels in the 2.4-2.454 GHz band (Channels 1-7) When operating outside of the following regions (départements) in France (see table below), this product must be operated under the following conditions:...
- Page 6 German: Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR, Inc., dass sich dieser/diese/dieses Radio LAN device in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden Anforderungen und den anderen relevanten Vorschriften der Richtlinie 1999/5/EG befindet. Italian: Con la presente NETGEAR, Inc. dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Chapter 1 About This Manual Audience, Scope, Conventions ..................1-1 How to Use this Manual ....................1-2 How to Print this Manual ....................1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the WG111 ......................2-1 Key Features ........................2-1 What’s in the Box? ......................2-2 A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ .............2-3 Chapter 3 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin ..................3-1... - Page 8 How to Configure an Ad Hoc Mode Profile ..............4-4 How to Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network ........4-7 Enabling Wireless Security Features ................4-7 Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings ...4-8 How to Configure WEP Encryption Security ............4-9 How to Configure WPA-PSK Encryption Security ..........4-10 Networks Page ......................
- Page 9 WEP Configuration Options ..................B-6 Wireless Channels ......................B-7 WPA Wireless Security ....................B-8 How Does WPA Compare to WEP? ................ B-9 How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i? ............B-10 What are the Key Features of WPA Security? ............B-10 WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS ..........
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Page 11: About This Manual
This manual assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, tutorial information is provided in the Appendices, on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Resource CD, and on the NETGEAR Web site. -
Page 12: How To Use This Manual
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Use this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes these features. Figure 1-1: HTML version of this manual 1. Left pane. Use the left pane to view the Contents, Index, and Search tabs. -
Page 13: How To Print This Manual
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a “How To” Sequence of Steps in the HTML View. Use the Print button on the upper right of the toolbar to print the currently displayed topic. - Page 14 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 About This Manual 202-10026-01...
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Page 15: Introduction
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. About the WG111 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 gives you ultimate mobility in your office or while you are traveling. It frees you from traditional Ethernet wiring and helps you create a wireless network for sharing your broadband Internet access among multiple PCs in and around ®... -
Page 16: What's In The Box
Figure 2-1: NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Box contents 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. -
Page 17: A Road Map For 'How To Get There From Here
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ The introduction and adoption of any new technology can be a difficult process. Wireless technology has removed one of the barriers to networking—running wires. It allows more people to try networking while at the same time exposes them to the inherent complexity of networking. - Page 18 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? Protect my To learn about wireless 1.
- Page 19 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? For assistance with Windows Exchange files 1.
- Page 20 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? Windows Domain settings are Use printers in 1.
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Page 21: Basic Setup
Chapter 3 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network configuration is covered in Chapter 4, “Configuration”... -
Page 22: Observing Location And Range Guidelines
Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as: •... -
Page 23: Two Basic Operating Modes
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter comes with 3 pieces of velcro. Locate the one that has a prickly side and attach it to the plastic cradle on the middle of the outside rear panel. -
Page 24: Wg111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings
• Data security WEP encryption: Disabled The section below provides instructions for setting up the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 for basic wireless connectivity to an access point. The procedures below provide step-by-step installation instructions for Windows PCs. Use the procedure that corresponds to the version of Windows you are using. -
Page 25: For Windows Xp Users Installing A Wg111
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG111 Install the WG111 driver and Wireless Assistant software. Power on your PC, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. - Page 26 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. Locate an available USB port on your PC. Connect the USB cable to the WG111 and insert the other end of the cable into the USB slot on your PC.
- Page 27 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Configure your WG111. Click the icon on the Windows desktop or in the system tray to open the Click here to open the Wireless Assistant. WG111 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant.
- Page 28 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Verify that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility matches your wireless network. Check the color of the WG111 icon in the Windows system tray: green or yellow indicates a working connection;...
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Page 29: For Windows 2000 & 98Se/Me Users Installing A Wg111
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 For Windows 2000 & 98SE/Me Users Installing a WG111 Install the WG111 driver and Wireless Assistant software. Note: Windows 2000 may require you to be logged on with administrator rights. - Page 30 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. Locate an available USB port on your PC. Connect the USB cable to the WG111 and insert the other end of the cable into the USB slot on your PC.
- Page 31 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Configure your WG111 and save the Profile. Click the WG111 icon on the Click here to open the Wireless Assistant. Windows desktop or in the system tray to open the WG111 Wireless Assistant.
- Page 32 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Verify that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility matches your wireless network. Check the color of the WG111 icon in the Windows system tray: green or yellow indicates a working connection;...
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Page 33: Wg111 Wireless Connection Indicators
The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 provides the following three indicators which give you feedback on the status of your wireless connection: • The status LED on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 indicates the condition of wireless link. •... -
Page 34: Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors The System Tray (SysTray) resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. Color Condition Description The WG111 has no... -
Page 35: Configuration
Chapter 4 Configuration This chapter describes how to configure your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 for wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the data security encryption features. Note: The instructions in this section refer to the NETGEAR WG111 Wireless Assistant. -
Page 36: Connecting To An Access Point In Infrastructure Mode
Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode This section provides instructions for configuring the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 to connect to a wireless access point or wireless router. How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Follow the instructions below to configure an infrastructure mode profile for connecting to an access point. - Page 37 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Figure 4-1: Settings page, Infrastructure configuration 2. Configure the wireless network settings. In the Network Type section, be sure that Access Point (Infrastructure) is selected. Enter the SSID. This is also called the Wireless Network Name.
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Page 38: Connecting To Another Pc In Ad Hoc Mode
IPX protocol. For instructions on setting up static IP 192.168.0.1) addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Resource CD. Follow the instructions below to configure an Ad Hoc mode profile. - Page 39 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Figure 4-2: Settings page, Ad Hoc configuration Configure the wireless network settings. Select Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) for the Network Type. Enter the SSID for the Ad Hoc network.
- Page 40 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 5. Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices. Verify connectivity by using the Ping program: On the Windows taskbar click the Start button, and then click Run. Figure 4-3: Windows Run program dialog box Assuming the target PC is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type...
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Page 41: How To Start A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Fill in the Network Name (SSID). Select the Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Type. Click Initiate Ad Hoc. The Ad Hoc Setting dialog box will appear. -
Page 42: Identifying The Wireless Network Name (Ssid) And Wep Security Settings
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The procedures below identify how to configure the WEP encryption settings of your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security... -
Page 43: How To Configure Wep Encryption Security
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to Configure WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. Run the WG111 Wireless Assistant. Make sure the WG111 software is installed and the WG111 is connected to your PC. -
Page 44: How To Configure Wpa-Psk Encryption Security
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The default key setting must match what is set in the access point and the other 802.11 wireless devices. Click Apply for the changes to take effect. How to Configure WPA-PSK Encryption Security Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is wireless security with far greater protection than WEP. -
Page 45: Networks Page
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Networks Page The Networks Page scans and displays all available wireless networks in your area. Figure 4-8: Networks page The following information is displayed for each network scanned: •... -
Page 46: Statistics Page
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 • Mode: Identifies the type of wireless network — Access Point (Infrastructure) or Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc). Statistics Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. -
Page 47: About Page
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 About Page The About page displays the current software version information: Figure 4-10: About page The following information is displayed in the About page: • Regional Domain: This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved channels for this region are automatically scanned. -
Page 48: Advanced Settings Page
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 • IP Address: The IP address assigned to this adapter. • SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant: The version and release date of this utility. Advanced Settings Page The Advanced settings should not require adjustment. Except for the power saving setting, changing any of the settings incorrectly on this page could cause your wireless connection to fail. - Page 49 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The Advanced Settings screen is shown below: Figure 4-12: Advanced Settings The following options are available: • Power Saving: Choices are Off, Maximum, or Dynamic. • Preamble: A long transmit preamble may provide a more reliable connection or slightly longer range.
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Page 51: Troubleshooting
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you diagnose and solve the problem. -
Page 52: Frequently Asked Questions
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 I can connect to This could be a Check to make sure that the access point is physically an access point, physical layer connected to the Ethernet network. -
Page 53: Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly
How to use Windows XP’s own Wireless Configuration Utility The NETGEAR WG111 software is designed so that the user will be asked to choose one of the utility programs during initial software installation. Be sure the WG111 is connected to the PC and follow these instructions to change your selection. -
Page 54: How To Get A Pdf Copy Of The Manual
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 How to get a PDF copy of the Manual In the Manual HTML page, there is a PDF button image at the top right hand corner of the web page. -
Page 55: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Antennae 1 Integrated internal antenna Standards 802.11g, 802.11b Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) Frequency 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz (CCK and OFDM Modulation) - Page 56 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Technical Specifications 202-10026-01...
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Page 57: Wireless Networking Basics
Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics This chapter provides an overview of Wireless networking. Wireless Networking Overview The WG111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard for wireless LANs (WLANs) and a product update will bring the WG111 into conformance to the 802.11g standard when it is ratified. -
Page 58: Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) In an ad hoc network, computers are brought together as needed; thus, there is no structure or fixed points to the network - each node can generally communicate with any other node. There is no Access Point involved in this configuration. -
Page 59: 802.11 Authentication
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 802.11 Authentication The 802.11 standard defines several services that govern how two 802.11 devices communicate. The following events must occur before an 802.11 Station can communicate with an Ethernet network through an access point such as the one built in to the WG111: Turn on the wireless station. -
Page 60: Shared Key Authentication
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 802.11 Authentication Open System Steps Access Point (AP) 1) Authentication request sent to AP 2) AP authenticates IN TER N ET W LA N LO CA L MODEL... -
Page 61: Overview Of Wep Parameters
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps Access Point (AP) 1) Authentication request sent to AP IN TER N ET W LA N LO CA L MODEL FVM318 2) AP sends challenge text... -
Page 62: Key Size
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Key Size The IEEE 802.11 standard supports two types of WEP encryption: 40-bit and 128-bit. The 64-bit WEP data encryption method, allows for a five-character (40-bit) input. Additionally, 24 factory-set bits are added to the forty-bit input to generate a 64-bit encryption key. -
Page 63: Wireless Channels
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Note: Whatever keys you enter for an AP, you must also enter the same keys for the client adapter in the same order. In other words, WEP key 1 on the AP must match WEP key 1 on the client adapter, WEP key 2 on the AP must match WEP key 2 on the client adapter, etc. -
Page 64: Wpa Wireless Security
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table 4-1: Table 4-1. 802.11b and g Radio Frequency Channels Channel Center Frequency Frequency Spread 2412 MHz 2399.5 MHz - 2424.5 MHz 2417 MHz 2404.5 MHz - 2429.5 MHz... -
Page 65: How Does Wpa Compare To Wep
Access products. Starting August of 2003, all new Wi-Fi certified products will have to support WPA. NETGEAR will implement WPA on client and access point products and make this available in the second half of 2003. Existing Wi-Fi certified products will have one year to add WPA support or they will lose their Wi-Fi certification. -
Page 66: How Does Wpa Compare To Ieee 802.11I
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 For 802.11, WEP encryption is optional. For WPA, encryption using Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) is required. TKIP replaces WEP with a new encryption algorithm that is stronger than the WEP algorithm, but that uses the calculation facilities present on existing wireless devices to perform encryption operations. - Page 67 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The strength of WPA comes from an integrated sequence of operations that encompass 802.1X/ EAP authentication and sophisticated key management and encryption techniques. Its major operations include: •...
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Page 68: Wpa Authentication: Enterprise-Level User Authentication Via 802.1X/Eap And Radius
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS Wired Network with Optional Wireless LAN 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control TCP/IP WPA enabled Ports Closed Certificate Until... - Page 69 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Client with a WPA- enabled wireless adapter and supplicant (Win XP, Funk, For example, a For example, a Meetinghouse) WPA-enabled AP RADIUS server Figure B-2: 802.1x Authentication Sequence The AP sends Beacon Frames with WPA information element to the stations in the service set.
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Page 70: Wpa Data Encryption Key Management
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The client sends an EAP-response packet containing the identity to the authentication server. The access point responds by enabling a port for passing only EAP packets from the client to an authentication server located on the wired side of the access point. - Page 71 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) WPA uses TKIP to provide important data encryption enhancements including a per-packet key mixing function, a message integrity check (MIC) named Michael, an extended initialization vector (IV) with sequencing rules, and a re-keying mechanism.
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Page 72: Is Wpa Perfect
Product Support for WPA Starting in August, 2003, NETGEAR, Inc. wireless Wi-Fi certified products will support the WPA standard. NETGEAR, Inc. wireless products that had their Wi-Fi certification approved before August, 2003 will have one year to add WPA so as to maintain their Wi-Fi certification. -
Page 73: Changes To Wireless Access Points
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Changes to Wireless Access Points Wireless access points must have their firmware updated to support the following: • The new WPA information element To advertise their support of WPA, wireless APs send the beacon frame with a new 802.11 WPA information element that contains the wireless AP's security configuration (encryption algorithms and wireless security configuration information). -
Page 74: Changes To Wireless Client Programs
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Microsoft has worked with many wireless vendors to embed the WPA firmware update in the wireless adapter driver. So, to update your Microsoft Windows wireless client, all you have to do is obtain the new WPA-compatible driver and install the driver. -
Page 75: Preparing Your Pcs For Network Access
Preparing Your PCs for Network Access This appendix describes how to prepare your PCs to connect to the Internet through the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111. For adding file and print sharing to your network, please consult the Windows help information included with the version of Windows installed on each computer on your network. - Page 76 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window opens, which displays a list of installed components: You must have an Ethernet adapter or an WG111, the TCP/IP protocol, and the Client for Microsoft Networks.
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Page 77: Enabling Dhcp In Windows 98 And Me
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Click the Add button. Select Client, and then click Add. Select Microsoft. Select File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. Restart your PC for the changes to take effect. - Page 78 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Verify the following settings as shown: • Client for Microsoft Network exists • Ethernet adapter is present • TCP/IP is present • Primary Network Logon is set to Windows logon Click on the Properties button.
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Page 79: Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 By default, the IP Address tab is open on this window. • Verify the following: Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. If not selected, click in the radio button to the left of it to select it. -
Page 80: Configuring Windows 2000 Or Xp For Tcp/Ip Networking
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Type winipcfg, and then click OK. The IP Configuration window opens, which lists (among other things), your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. -
Page 81: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp Or 2000
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or 2000 You will find there are many similarities in the procedures for different Windows systems when using DHCP to configure TCP/IP. - Page 82 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Now you should be at the Local Area Network Connection Status window. This box displays the connection status, duration, speed, and activity statistics. Administrator logon access rights are needed to use this window.
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Page 83: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows 2000
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Verify that Obtain an IP address automatically radio button is selected and that the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button is selected. • Click the OK button. - Page 84 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears. Verify that you have the correct Ethernet card selected in the Connect using: box and that the following two items are displayed and selected in the box of “Components checked are used by...
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Page 85: Verifying Tcp/Ip Properties For Windows Xp Or 2000
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000 To check your PC’s TCP/IP configuration: On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run. The Run window opens. - Page 86 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 C-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access 202-10026-01...
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Page 87: Glossary
Glossary Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE 802.3 specification for 100 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 802.11b IEEE specification for wireless networking at 11 Mbps using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.5GHz. - Page 88 .com, .edu, .uk, etc. For example, in the address mail.NETGEAR.com, mail is a server name and NETGEAR.com is the domain. Short for digital subscriber line, but is commonly used in reference to the asymmetric version of this technology (ADSL) that allows data to be sent over existing copper telephone lines at data rates of from 1.5...
- Page 89 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Like UDP/IP, IPX is a datagram protocol used for connectionless communications. Higher-level protocols, such as SPX and NCP, are used for additional error recovery services. Internet service provider.
- Page 90 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 router A device that forwards data between networks. An IP router forwards data based on IP source and destination addresses. Routing Information Protocol RIP. A protocol in which routers periodically exchange information with one another so that they can determine minimum distance paths between sources and destinations.
- Page 91 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks. The Internet is a large WAN. WEB Proxy Server A Web proxy server is a specialized HTTP server that allows clients access to the Internet from behind a firewall.
- Page 92 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111 Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is data encryption protocol for 802.11 wireless networks. With WPA-PSK (pre-shared key), all wireless nodes and access points on the network are configured with a Shared Key for data encryption.
- Page 93 Index Numerics description 3-13 Location and Range Guidelines 3-2 802.11b B-1 802.11g B-1 Networks Page 4-11 About Page 4-13 Ad Hoc Mode 3-4 Open System authentication B-2 Ad Hoc mode B-2 Ad Hoc Mode Profile 4-4 Advanced Settings Page 4-14 Profiles 4-1 BSSID B-2 Settings page 4-5...
- Page 94 WPA-PSK Encryption Security 4-10 Index...