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- Page 1 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA SM-WG311NA-0 Version v1.0 May 2003...
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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 device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE... - Page 4 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 or more of the following measures: •...
- Page 5 Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model WG311 Wireless PCI Adapter) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction About the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 ...1-1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products ...1-1 What’s in the Box? ...1-2 A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ ...1-2 Chapter 2 Basic Setup What You Will Need Before You Begin ...2-1... - Page 8 Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings ...3-9 How to Configure WEP Encryption Security ...3-10 Statistics Page ...3-12 Advanced Settings Page ...3-13 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview ... B-1 Infrastructure Mode ... B-1 Ad-Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) ...
- Page 9 Glossary List of Glossary Terms ... D-1 Index Contents...
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Page 11: Introduction
Mbps WG311 Wireless PCI Adapter. About the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 gives you flexibility to install the PC in the most convenient location available. The WG311 frees you from traditional Ethernet wiring that is limited by cabling requirements. -
Page 12: What's In The Box
• 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. A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’... - Page 13 WEP encryption, such as the WG311 and all NETGEAR wireless networking products. How Do I? To set up the WG311, see Chapter 2, “Basic Setup” follow the instructions provided. To learn about wireless networking technology, see Appendix B, “Wireless Networking Basics”...
- Page 14 Internet service provider 4. A browser like Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. How Do I? To configure your WG311 in Infrastructure Mode, see “Basic Installation Instructions” on page 2-4, and locate the section for your version of Windows.
- Page 15 For assistance with setting up Windows networking, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Resource CD and the Help information provided in the Windows system you are using.
- Page 16 For assistance with setting up Windows networking, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Resource CD and the Help information provided in the Windows system you are using. For assistance with setting up...
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Page 17: Basic Setup
This section describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network configuration is covered in Note: Indoors, computers can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of several hundred feet. -
Page 18: Observe Location And Range Guidelines
802.11g effective range will decrease if such materials are between the devices. Two Basic Operating Modes The WG311 Wireless PCI Adapter, like all 802.11b/g adapters, can operate in the following two basic modes: •... -
Page 19: Wg311 Default Wireless Configuration Settings
Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): first available network will be used : In order for the WG311 Wireless PCI Adapter to communicate with a wireless access Note point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID). -
Page 20: Basic Installation Instructions
Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below that corresponds to the version of Windows you are using. For Windows XP Users Installing a WG311 Install the WG311 software. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. - Page 21 Windows XP Logo testing message. After the installation completes, click Finish to close the wizard. You should see the WG311 system tray icon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar. Windows XP will display a Wireless Network Connection message.
- Page 22 Note: This procedure assumes your wireless network is not using WEP security. If your wireless network uses WEP, set up your WG311 accordingly. To view WEP settings help, click the Advanced button and click the “Learn about...” link on the Windows XP Local Area Connection Wireless Networks Properties tab page.
- Page 23 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Open the WG311 utility by clicking on the icon Verify that your connection information matches your wireless network. Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources. Note: If you are unable to connect, see Basic Setup in the Windows system tray.
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Page 24: For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing A Wg311
For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG311 Install the WG311 software. Note: Windows 2000 may require you to be logged on with administrator rights. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. - Page 25 Click Next and follow the prompts to proceed. After the installation completes, click Finish to close the wizard. You should see the WG311 system tray icon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar. Basic Setup Add New Hardware Wizard Note: If Windows displays a Digital Signature Not Found warning, click Yes to continue.
- Page 26 Configure your WG311 and save the Profile. Open the WG311 Smart Wireless Settings Utility by clicking on the icon in the Windows system tray. The utility opens to the Settings page. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network.
- Page 27 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Verify that your connection information matches your wireless network. Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources. Note: If you are unable to connect, see Basic Setup Note: You can use the Networks tab to verify the availability of wireless networks and their SSIDs.
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Page 28: Wg311 Wireless Connection Indicators
WG311 Wireless Connection Indicators The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 SysTray icon, which is on the System Tray portion of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop, is an indicator that gives you feedback on the status of your wireless connection. The color of the SysTray icon indicates the status of the connection. -
Page 29: Basic Troubleshooting Tips
Also, for problems with accessing network resources, the Windows software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers. Please refer to Network Access” of the Reference Manual on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Resource CD. Basic Setup... -
Page 30: About Page
About Page The About page displays important information about the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311. Figure 2-1: About page The About page shows the following information: • Regional Domain: This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved channels for this region are automatically scanned. - Page 31 • MAC Address: The MAC address of this adapter. The Media Access Control address is a unique 48-bit hardware address assigned to every network interface card. Some wireless networks will restrict access based on a list of known MAC addresses. If you are communicating with such a network, you would have to provide the address shown here to the network administrator before you would be allowed to connect.
- Page 32 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 2-16 Basic Setup...
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Page 33: Configuration
Wireless Networks tab and then clear the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” check box. Understanding the Configuration Options The WG311 configuration utility provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to: • Configure wireless settings. -
Page 34: Networks Page
For example, if you use your PC to connect to a wireless network in an office and a wireless network in your home, you can create a profile for each wireless network. Then, you can easily load the profile that has all the configuration settings you need to join the network you are using at the time. -
Page 35: Connect To An Access Point In Infrastructure Mode
The highlighted SSID is the one currently connected. Connect to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode This section provides instructions for configuring the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 to connect to a wireless access point. How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Follow the instructions below to configure an infrastructure mode profile for connecting to an access point. - Page 36 Click on the Settings tab to display the view shown below. Figure 3-2: Settings tab page 2. Configure the wireless Network settings. In the Network Type section, be sure that Infrastructure is selected. Enter the SSID. This is also called the Wireless Network Name. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is configured in the access point.
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Page 37: Connecting To Another Pc In Ad-Hoc Mode
“Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking” on page Connecting to Another PC in Ad-Hoc Mode The computer-to-computer setting of the WG311 uses Ad-Hoc mode. Ad-Hoc mode is an 802.11 networking framework in which devices or computers communicate directly with each other, without the use of an access point. - Page 38 Configure each PC with either a static IP address or with the IPX protocol. Note: For instructions on configuring static IP addresses or the IPX protocol, refer to the networking tutorial on your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Resource Restart the PCs.
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Page 39: How To Start A Computer-To-Computer (Ad-Hoc) Network
Assuming the target PC is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type and then click OK. 192.168.0.1 This will cause a continuous ping to be sent to the device with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. The ping response should change to “reply.” At this point the connection is established. -
Page 40: Enabling Wireless Security Features
“Authentication and WEP” on page In addition to the WG311 wireless security features, you should also configure appropriate LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared resources in your network. -
Page 41: Identifying The Wireless Network Name (Ssid) And Wep Security Settings
• Wireless Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. ANY is the default WG311 wireless network name (SSID). You can customize it using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below. -
Page 42: How To Configure Wep Encryption Security
How to Configure WEP Encryption Security Following the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WG311 Configuration Utility. Open the configuration utility by clicking on the WG311 icon system tray. Figure 3-5: Settings tab page Click on the Settings tab to display the view shown above. - Page 43 Tip: You can click the Networks tab to view a list of the available wireless networks and their SSIDs at your location. 3. Save your settings in a Profile. Type a descriptive name for the Profile name. Click Save Profile. All the configuration settings are saved in this profile. Click Apply.
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Page 44: Statistics Page
Statistics Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 3-6: Statistics tab page • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the Total, Receive, and Transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible. -
Page 45: Advanced Settings Page
Advanced Settings Page Generally, 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. Figure 3-7: Advanced Settings page • Power Saving: Select On if you are using a notebook computer running on battery power. •... - Page 46 • RTS/CTS Threshold: The packet size that is used to determine whether it should use the CSMA/CD (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Detection) mechanism or the CSMA/CA (Carrier Sense Multiple Access with Collision Avoidance) mechanism for packet transmission. CSMA/CD is slightly more efficient. 3-14 Configuration...
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Page 47: Technical Specifications
This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Antennae Radio Data Rate Frequency Emissions Bus interface Provided drivers Weight Operating Environment Encryption Technical Specifications Technical Specifications 2 Integrated internal diversity antennae 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation) - Page 48 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Technical Specifications...
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Page 49: Wireless Networking Basics
Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard for wireless LANs (WLANs) and a product update will bring the WG311 into conformance to the 802.11g standard when it is ratified. On an 802.11b or g wireless link, data is encoded using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and is transmitted in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz. -
Page 50: Ad-Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 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 51: 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 WG311: Turn on the wireless station. -
Page 52: Shared Key Authentication
802.11b Authentication Open System Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP Client attempting to connect 3) Client connects to network Figure 3-8: 802.11 open system authentication Shared Key Authentication The following steps occur when two devices use Shared Key Authentication: The station sends an authentication request to the access point. -
Page 53: Overview Of Wep Parameters
802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 2) AP sends challenge text Client 3) Client encrypts attempting challenge text and to connect sends it back to AP 4) AP decrypts, and if correct, 5) Client connects to network Figure 3-9: 802.11 shared key authentication Overview of WEP Parameters Before enabling WEP on an 802.11 network, you must first consider what type of encryption you... -
Page 54: Key Size
Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 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. (The 24 factory-set bits are not user-configurable). -
Page 55: Wireless Channels
Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 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 56 The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table 3-1. 802.11b and g Radio Frequency Channels Channel Center Frequency 2412 MHz 2417 MHz 2422 MHz 2427 MHz 2432 MHz 2437 MHz 2442 MHz 2447 MHz 2452 MHz 2457 MHz 2462 MHz 2467 MHz 2472 MHz Note: The available channels supported by the wireless products in various countries are different.
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Page 57: 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 PCI Adapter WG311. 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 58 Double-click the Network icon. The Network window opens, which displays a list of installed components: You must have an Ethernet adapter or an WG311, the TCP/IP protocol, and the Client for Microsoft Networks. Note: It is not necessary to remove any other network components shown in the Network window in order to install the adapter, TCP/IP, or Client for Microsoft Networks.
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Page 59: Enabling Dhcp To Automatically Configure Tcp/Ip Settings In Windows 98 And Me
Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. If you need to add File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks: 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 60 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 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 61: Selecting The Internet Access Method
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. This setting is required to enable the DHCP server to automatically assign an IP address. -
Page 62: Configuring Windows 2000 Or Xp For Tcp/Ip Networking
From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated to show your settings, which should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: •... -
Page 63: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp Or 2000
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. The following steps will walk you through the configuration process for each of these versions of Windows. - Page 64 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. • Click the Properties button to view details about the connection.
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Page 65: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows 2000
Windows on your network. DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000 After you install a network card, TCP/IP for Windows 2000 is configured and set to DHCP without your having to configure it. However, if there are problems, following the steps below to configure TCP/IP with DHCP for Windows 2000. - Page 66 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 this connection:”...
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Page 67: Verifying Tcp/Ip Properties For Windows Xp Or 2000
Type ipconfig /all Your IP Configuration information will be listed, and should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: • The IP address is between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 •... - Page 68 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 C-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access...
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Page 69: List Of Glossary Terms
Glossary List of Glossary Terms 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 2.4GHz. - Page 70 .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 71 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Short for Internetwork Packet Exchange, a networking protocol used by the Novell NetWare operating systems. 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.
- Page 72 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 packet A block of information sent over a network. A packet typically contains a source and destination network address, some protocol and length information, a block of data, and a checksum.
- Page 73 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 wide area network WAN. A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks. The Internet is a large WAN. Wi-Fi A trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group promoting interoperability among...
- Page 74 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 Glossary...
- Page 75 Numerics 802.11b 1 ad-hoc mode 2 BSSID 2 ESSID 2 features 1 infrastructure mode 2 IP networking for Windows 1 Open System authentication 2 Shared Key authentication 2 SSID 3 TCP/IP properties verifying for Windows 5 WEP 3 Wi-Fi 1 Windows, configuring for IP routing 1 winipcfg utility 5 Index...