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  • Page 1 NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 NETGEAR, I n c. 4 5 00 G re a t A m erica P a rkwa y S a n ta C la ra , C A 9 5 05 4 U S A V ersion v1 .

  • 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 Radio Frequency Interference Statement

    Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model WPN311 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.
  • Page 4 Product and Publication Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: Publication Part Number: W P N 3 1 1 F e b ru a ry 2 005 wireless a ccess p oin t N E T G E A R R a n geM a x™...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 1 About This Manual A u d ien ce, S cop e, C on ven tion s ..................1 -1 H ow to P rin t th is M a n u a l .
  • Page 6 C on n e ctin g to A n oth e r P C in A d -H oc M od e ..............4 -5 H ow to C on figu re a n A d -H oc M od e P rofile .
  • Page 7 Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access P rep a rin g Y ou r C om p u ters for T C P /I P N etworkin g ............C -1 C on figu rin g W in d ows 9 8 S E a n d M e for T C P /I P N etworkin g .
  • Page 8 viii C on te n ts...

  • Page 9: 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 RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD, and on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1-1.

  • Page 10: How To Print This Manual

    How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a Chapter. Use the — Click “PDF of This Chapter” link at the top right of any page in the chapter you want to print.

  • Page 11: Introduction

    The WPN311 Wireless PCI Adapter provides reliable, standards-based 802.11b 11 Mbps Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) connectivity that is protected with industry-standard security. In addition, it offers the faster speeds of the 802.11g standard. The WPN311 works with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP operating systems.

  • 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. C h a p te r 2 -2...

  • Page 13: A Road Map For 'How To Get There From Here

    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. General networking concepts, set up, and maintenance can be difficult to understand.

  • Page 14: A Road Map For How To Get There From Here

    P C N etworkin g Tu toria l on th e NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD a n d th e H elp in form a tion p rovid e d in th e W in d ows system you a re u sin g.
  • Page 15 W in d ows n etworkin g, refe r to th e P C N etworkin g Tu toria l on th e NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD a n d th e H elp in form a tion p rovid e d in th e W in d ows system you a re u sin g.
  • Page 16 W in d ows n etworkin g, refe r to th e P C N etworkin g Tu toria l on th e NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD a n d th e H elp in form a tion p rovid e d in th e W in d ows system you a re u sin g.

  • Page 17: Basic Setup

    This section describes how to install your NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network configuration is covered in manual. 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 WPN311 Wireless PCI Adapter, like all 802.11b/g adapters, can operate in the following two basic modes: •...
  • Page 19 Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): ANY — a special name which indicates the first available network will be used Note: In order for the WPN311 Wireless PCI Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapterY be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID).

  • Page 20: For Windows Xp Users Installing A Wpn311

    For Windows XP Users Installing a WPN311 Install the WPN311 software. a. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD into your CD drive. The CD main page shown at the right loads.
  • Page 21 Windows XP wireless network configuration utility. After the installation completes, click Finish to close the wizard. You should see the WPN311 system tray icon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar. Windows XP displays a Wireless Network Connection message.
  • Page 22 Configure your WPN311 and save the Profile. a. Click the system tray icon to open the WPN311 Smart Wizard Wireless Assistant. The Settings page opens. b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network. Tip: Instead of typing in the SSID, you can use the Network tab to view the available wireless networks.
  • Page 23 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. a. Click the WPN311 icon Installation Assistant. b. Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources. Note: If you are unable to connect, see B a sic S e tu p in the Windows system tray to open the Smart Wizard...

  • Page 24: For Windows 2000 & 98Se/Me Users Installing A Wpn311

    For Windows 2000 & 98SE/Me Users Installing a WPN311 Install the WPN311 software. Note: Windows 2000 may require you to be logged on with administrator rights. a. 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 WPN311 system tray icon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar. B a sic S e tu p...
  • Page 26 Configure your WPN311 and save the Profile. a. Click the system tray icon to open the WPN311 Smart Wizard Wireless Assistant. The Settings page opens. b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network. Tip: Instead of typing in the SSID, you can use the Network tab to view the available wireless networks.

  • Page 27: Wpn311 Wireless Connection Indicators

    Note: If you are unable to connect, see WPN311 Wireless Connection Indicators The NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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.

  • Page 28: Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors

    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 RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD. 3 -1 2...

  • Page 29: About Page

    About Page The About page displays important information about the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311. Figure 3-1: 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 30 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 3 -1 4 B a sic S e tu p...

  • Page 31: Configuration

    Wireless Networks tab and then clear the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” check box. Understanding the Configuration Options The WPN311 configuration utility provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to: • Configure wireless settings.

  • Page 32: 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 33: Connecting To An Access Point In Infrastructure Mode

    Follow the instructions below to configure an infrastructure mode profile for connecting to an access point. 1. Run the WPN311 Configuration Utility. a. Open the configuration utility by clicking on the WPN311 icon system tray. C on figu ra tion...
  • Page 34 b. Click on the Settings tab to display the view shown below. Figure 4-2: Settings tab page 2. Configure the wireless Network settings. a. In the Network Type section, be sure that Infrastructure is selected. b. 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.

  • Page 35: 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 WPN311 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 36 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 RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Resource CD.
  • Page 37 4. Click Initiate Ad-Hoc. The Ad-Hoc Setting dialog box will appear, as shown below. Figure 4-4: Ad-Hoc Setting page a. The supported wireless standard is 802.11b/g for your Ad-Hoc computer-to-computer network. b. In the Channel field, Automatic should work. If you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless device, select a channel that is not being used by any other wireless networks near your wireless adapter.

  • Page 38: Enabling Wireless Security Features

    E n ter a word or grou p of p rin ta b le ch a ra cters in th e P a ssword P h ra se b ox. T h ese ch a ra cters are ca se se n sitive . For more information on 802.11 wireless security, see The procedures below identify how to configure the encryption settings of your NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311. 4 -8 “Basic Troubleshooting Tips”...

  • Page 39: Identifying The Wireless Security Settings

    • Wireless Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. ANY is the default WPN311 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 40: How To Configure Wep Encryption Security

    How to Configure WEP Encryption Security Following the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WPN311 Configuration Utility. a. Open the configuration utility by clicking on the WPN311 icon system tray. Figure 4-5: Settings tab page b. Click on the Settings tab to display the view shown above.

  • Page 41: How To Configure Wpa-Psk Encryption Security

    c. Click Apply. d. Click Close to exit the configuration utility. 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices are: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys require more processing and may slow the communications response times.

  • Page 42: Statistics Page

    User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 To configure WPA-PSK security, click the Advanced Security button. The Advanced Security button is located in the Settings page, Security section. Figure 4-6: Advanced Security page The Passphrase can be between 8 and 63 characters For more information on WPA security, see “WPA Wireless Security”...

  • Page 43: Advanced Settings Page

    • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the transmit, receive, or total utilization as a percentage the total possible. The Transmit, Receive, and Total (TxRx) radio buttons let you select whether to display the transmit performance, the receive performance, or the total of both in the same graph.
  • Page 44 • Transmit Power: Lowering the output power level lets you reduce the chance of interference with other nearby access points but reduces the range of your adapter. • Wireless Mode: Select the wireless protocols you will use. Depending on your wireless adapter, you can choose some or all of the available 802.11 wireless protocols.

  • Page 45: Frequently Asked Questions

    Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the Configuration Utility status line? The product literature says the WPN311 can operate at 108 Mbps. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. If you use the NETGEAR WGT624 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router or WG634U 108 Mbps Wireless Media Router, you will see network speeds up to 108 Mbps.
  • Page 46 How to know if the WPN311 card has received a valid IP address from the Wireless Router/AP The easiest way is to open up the WPN311 utility program and check the IP address in the About page. How to use XP’s own Wireless configuration utility that comes with Windows XP The NETGEAR WPN311 software is designed so that the user will be asked to choose one of the utility programs during initial software installation.
  • Page 47 Why is my WPN311 not connecting to my WPA router? I thought I chose my WPA router in XP Zero Configuration’s Available networks and it is showing other devices in the Preferred networks list, why is my WPN311 not connecting to my WPA router? Check your Preferred networks and remove the other non-WPA devices from the list.
  • Page 48 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 Why is the WAN port not working after configuring WPA? I can ping the WPA router but there is no Internet connection. I know that the WAN port was not working before my WPA connection.
  • Page 49 This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 A n te n n a e R a d io D a ta R a te F requ en cy E m ission s B u s in terfa ce...
  • Page 50 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 A -2 T e ch n ica l S p e cifica tion s...

  • Page 51: Wireless Networking Overview

    This chapter provides an overview of Wireless networking. Wireless Networking Overview The WPN311 Wireless PCI Adapter conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b and 802.11 g standards for wireless LANs (WLANs)WPN311. 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 52: Authentication And Wep

    User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 53: Open System 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 WPN311: 1. Turn on the wireless station.

  • Page 54: Shared Key Authentication

    802.11b Authentication Open System Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 3) Client connects to network Figure 5-1: 802.11 open system authentication Shared Key Authentication The following steps occur when two devices use Shared Key Authentication: 1. The station sends an authentication request to the access point. 2.

  • Page 55: Overview Of Wep Parameters

    802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 2) AP sends challenge text 3) Client encrypts challenge text and sends it back to AP 4) AP decrypts, and if correct, 5) Client connects to network Figure 5-2: 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 require and the key size you want to use.

  • Page 56: Key Size

    User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 57: Wireless Channels

    User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 58: Wpa Wireless Security

    The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table 5-1. 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.

  • Page 59: 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 60: What Are The Key Features Of Wpa Security

    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 61 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: • Network security capability determination. This occurs at the 802.11 level and is communicated through WPA information elements in Beacon, Probe Response, and (Re) Association Requests.

  • Page 62: Access Control

    RADIUS infrastructure, WPA supports the use of a pre-shared key. Together, these technologies provide a framework for strong user authentication. Windows XP implements 802.1x natively, and several NETGEAR switch and wireless access point products support 802.1x. B -1 2 Wired Network with Optional 802.1x Port Based Network...
  • Page 63 C lie n t with a W P A - e n a b led wire less a d a p te r a n d su p p lica n t (W in X P , F u n k, M e etin gh ou se ) Figure B-2: 802.1x Authentication Sequence The AP sends Beacon Frames with WPA information element to the stations in the service set.
  • Page 64 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 3. 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 65 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. TKIP also provides for the following: •...

  • Page 66: 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 67 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 68 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 69: 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 RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311. 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 70 2. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window opens, which displays a list of installed components: You must have an Ethernet adapter or an WPN311, 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.

  • Page 71: Enabling Dhcp To Automatically Configure Tcp/Ip Settings In Windows 98Se And Me

    d. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. If you need to add File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks: a. Click the Add button. b. Select Client, and then click Add. c. Select Microsoft. d. Select File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. 3.
  • Page 72 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 M0 5 u al for0 0 9 9 . 9 Pary Netw o rk L o gonM0 2 7 a l 12 1 4 3 9 . 9 b u tton. T0...

  • Page 73: 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 74: Configuring Windows 2000 Or Xp For Tcp/Ip Networking

    3. 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 75: 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 76 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.

  • Page 77: 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 78 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:”...
  • Page 79 3. 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 80 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 C -1 2 P re p a rin g Y ou r P C s for N e twork A ccess...

  • Page 81: Glossary

    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 82 .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 83 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 84 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 85 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 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 802.11 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 86 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless PCI Adapter WPN311 G lossa ry...

  • Page 87: Index

    Numerics 802.11b 1 Ad-Hoc Mode 2 ad-hoc mode 2 Ad-Hoc Mode Profile 5 BSSID 2 Configuration Profiles 1 ESSID 2 features 1 Infrastructure Mode 2 infrastructure mode 2 Infrastructure Mode Profile 3 IP networking for Windows 1 Networks Page 2 Open System authentication 2 Passphrase 8 Profiles 1...

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