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NETGEAR WG111v2 Basic Setup

NETGEAR WG111v2 Basic Setup

54 mbps wireless usb2.0 adapter
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The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v2 lets you connect a PC computer to
wireless networks. It is designed for PC computers running Microsoft Windows. For information
about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, please see the NETGEAR website at
http://www.netgear.com.
This chapter describes how to install your wireless USB adapter and set up basic wireless
connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network set up is
covered in
"Network Connections and Wireless Security" on page

What You Need Before You Begin

You must verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the
wireless network settings of the wireless network where you will connect before you can set up
your wireless USB adapter and connect.

Verify System Requirements

Before installing the Wireless Adapter, make sure that these minimum requirements have been
met. You must have a computer with:
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A Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an available USB port.
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A CD drive.
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10 MB of free hard disk space.
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Windows 2000, XP, or Vista.

Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines

Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based
on the location of the computer with the Wireless Adapter. For best results, avoid potential sources
of interference, such as:
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Large metal surfaces
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Microwave ovens
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2.4 GHz Cordless phones
v3.0, January 2007

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  • Page 1: Basic Setup

    Basic Setup The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v2 lets you connect a PC computer to wireless networks. It is designed for PC computers running Microsoft Windows. For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, please see the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com.

  • Page 2: What Is In The Box

    This User Manual • Warranty and 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. 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.

  • Page 3: Installation Instructions

    “Network Connections and Wireless Security” on page Follow the instructions below to install the Wireless Adapter. 1. First, install the software. Insert the NETGEAR CD. If the CD main page does not appear, double click Autorun.exe on the CD. a. Click Install the Software.The Check for Updates window will open.
  • Page 4 NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows Configuration Utilities. • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. See “The Smart Wizard Status Bar” on page 7 “Statistics Page”...
  • Page 5 NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v2 User Manual 4. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your Wireless Adapter a. When prompted, click Next to let the wizard help you connect to a network (recommended). Figure 4 b. Select the wireless network from the drop-down list, and the wizard records your choice.

  • Page 6: Connecting To Wireless Networks And The Internet

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v2 User Manual icon appears in the System Tray and on the desktop. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. It could take up to a minute for your wireless connection to be established.

  • Page 7: The Smart Wizard Status Bar

    Figure 8 If you selected Europe during the WG111v2 installation, this feature is disabled. The Router/Internet connection indicator is useful in isolating a problem. For example, if you are connected to a router, but not to the Internet, then check the router’s Internet connection.

  • Page 8: Icon Colors

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v2 User Manual Figure 9 If you selected Europe during the WG111v2 installation, you will not see the “Enable Internet Connected Notification” option. Icon Colors The icon is on the desktop and in the Windows System Tray. The System Tray resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop.

  • Page 9: Removing The Software

    WG111v2 program group, select the uninstall option, and follow the screen prompts. • Navigate the Windows Start menu to the Control Panel Add or Remove Program item, select the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB2.0 Adapter WG111v2 option, and follow the screen prompts. v3.0, January 2007...

  • Page 10: Upgrading The Wireless Adapter Software

    NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111v2 User Manual Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com 2. Click the latest version of upgrade.

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