NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT WN511B User Manual
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- Page 1 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10170-02 April 2006...
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Page 2: Technical Support
Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WN511B has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 3 à l’extérieur, il doit faire l’objet d’une licence.” Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity with Regard to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the WN511B product package.
- Page 4 NETGEAR, Inc. Notebook Adapter WN511B relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente [Spanish] NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Ελληνική ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B [Greek] ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ...
- Page 5 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä att denna NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav WN511B April 2006 Wireless Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B Home English 202-10170-01 v1.1, April 2006...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet ... 8 The Smart Wizard Status Bar ... 8 Icon Colors ... 9 Removing the Software ... 10 Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software ... 10 Chapter 3 Network Connections and Wireless Security Understanding the Smart Wizard ... 11 Finding a Network ... - Page 8 How to use the wireless configuration utility that comes with Windows XP ... 28 Did the Wireless Adapter receive a valid IP address from the Wireless Router/AP? 28 I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser list..29 The Wireless Adapter is not getting an IP address ...
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Page 9: About This Manual
Audience, Scope, and Conventions This manual assumes that you have basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, tutorial information is provided on the NETGEAR CD, and on the NETGEAR Web site. This manual uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1-1. Typographical conventions... - Page 10 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual v1.1, April 2006...
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Page 11: Basic Setup
The NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B 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 Web site at http://www.netgear.com. -
Page 12: What's In The Box
— NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B 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 13: Installation Instructions
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Installation Instructions The instructions in this chapter are for an Access Point (Infrastructure) installation. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions are covered in Chapter 3, “Network Connections and Wireless Follow the instructions below to install the Wireless Adapter. - Page 14 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual 3. For Windows XP users, choose the wizard. If you use Windows 2000, skip to Step 4, below. a. Choose the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows XP Configuration utility.
- Page 15 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual b. Select the wireless network from the drop-down list, and the wizard records your choice. Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name (SSID). These networks are included in the drop-down list, but the Network Name (SSID) is blank.
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Page 16: Connecting To Wireless Networks And The Internet
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The Wireless Adapter has indicators that show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet: • Icon: After you install the software, this icon appears on the desktop and in the lower right of the Windows task bar. -
Page 17: Icon Colors
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual This 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. Connection Indicator... -
Page 18: Removing The Software
Navigate the Windows Start menu to the Control Panel Add or Remove Program item, select the Wireless Notebook Adapter option, and follow the screen prompts. Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR Web site. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com 2. -
Page 19: Network Connections And Wireless Security
Understanding the Smart Wizard Note: These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to change the Wireless Adapter wireless settings. If you use Windows XP, and chose the Windows XP configuration utility during installation, then you must disable it now. Open the network connections from the System Tray icon, click the Properties button, click the Wireless Networks tab and then clear the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network... -
Page 20: Finding A Network
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. After installation you can use the Find a Network button on the Network tab at any time to view the available networks and select the one that you want to use. -
Page 21: Profiles
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Profiles The WN511B Smart Wizard uses profiles to store all the settings for a particular wireless network. There are two special profile names: Default and Profile. Default: The Profile named Default automatically scans for any available network. You cannot change this profile name. -
Page 22: Setting Up A Profile To Connect To An Access Point Or Router
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the Wireless Notebook Adapter to connect to a wireless access point or router. -
Page 23: Setting Up A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual c. Click Close to exit the wizard, or Cancel to return to the previous settings. 4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network. - Page 24 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings page opens. 2. Enter the network settings. a. Select Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) for the Network Type. b. Select or enter the Network Name (SSID) for the Ad Hoc network.
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Page 25: Starting A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual c. This sends a continuous ping to the device with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. The ping response should change to “reply.” Figure 3-5 At this point the connection is established. For more information about using ping, see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/N101453.asp. -
Page 26: Wireless Security
Smart Wizard detects it. Before you can use that network you must set up the Wireless Adapter with the same SSID, wireless security, and security settings as that network. If you do not know what these are, contact the person who set up the network. -
Page 27: Wireless Network Name (Ssid) And Security Settings
• Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. Any (First available network) is the default WN511B wireless network name (SSID). You may customize it using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below. -
Page 28: Setting Up Wep Encryption Security
WPA-PSK as well and are configured with the correct Passphrase. Use the procedures below to set up basic security settings in the WN511B. Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. -
Page 29: Setting Up Wpa2-Psk Security
Setting up WPA2-PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA2-PSK Security. 1. Run the Wireless Adapter Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless Adapter is fully inserted in a Cardbus port in your computer. v1.1, April 2006... -
Page 30: Setting Up Wpa-Psk Security
Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA-PSK Security. 1. Run the Wireless Adapter Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the software is installed and the Wireless Adapter is fully inserted in a Cardbus slot in your computer. v1.1, April 2006... -
Page 31: Advanced Settings
Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard. Advanced Settings Most people do not need to change the Wireless Adapter Advanced Settings. If you cannot connect without making changes, or if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator recommend changes, then some of these will be important to you. -
Page 32: Networks Page
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Networks Page The Networks Page scans and displays all available wireless networks in your area. 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab page opens. The following buttons are at the bottom of the Networks tab: •... -
Page 33: Statistics Page
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Statistics Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 3-11 • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the total, receive, and transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible. -
Page 34: About Page
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information. Figure 3-12 The following information is displayed in the About page: • Regional Domain: This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved channels for the region are automatically scanned. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
Use the information below to solve common problems you may encounter. Also, please refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com. Unless you can solve a problem right away, go online and upgrade to the latest firmware for your adapter, using the link above. -
Page 36: Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly
2. Right click on the connection and select Properties. 3. Click the Wireless Networks tab. 4. Select or clear the WN511B “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” check box. Did the Wireless Adapter receive a valid IP address from the Wireless Router/AP? The easiest way is to click the System Tray icon to open the Wireless Adapter Smart Wizard. -
Page 37: I Cannot Connect To The Ap That I Want From The Networks Browser List
Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the status bar? The wireless adapter can operate at 270 Mbps. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. If you use the NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Router you will see network speeds up to 270 Mbps. - Page 38 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual v1.1, April 2006...
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Page 39: Default Configuration Settings And Technical Specifications
Default Configuration Settings and Technical Default Configuration Settings The following table lists the default settings of your Wireless Adapter. Feature Smart Wizard Wireless Wireless Communication Wireless Network Name (SSID) Security Network Type Transmission Speed Country/Region Operating Mode Data Rate *. Maximum wireless signal rate (IEEE Standard 802.11n draft specification). Actual throughput will vary. -
Page 40: Technical Specifications
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Technical Specifications This table below describes technical specifications for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B. Antennas 2 separate PCB internal antennas Standards 802.11g, 802.11b Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 6.5, 9, 11, 12, 13, 13.5, 18, 19.5, 24, 26, 27, 36, 39, 40.5, 48, 52, 54, 58.5, 65, 81,104, 108, 117, 121.5, 130, 135, 162, 216,... -
Page 41: Appendix B Related Documents
This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link Internet Networking and http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm TCP/IP Addressing: Wireless Communications: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Preparing a Computer for http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm... - Page 42 NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual v1.1, April 2006...