NETGEAR WGM511 User Manual

NETGEAR WGM511 User Manual

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User Manual for the
NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless
PC Card WGM511
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10068-01
Version 1.0
December 2004
December 2004

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  • Page 1 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10068-01 Version 1.0 December 2004 December 2004...
  • 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: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration Of Conformity We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model WGM511 Cardbus Card Wireless Adapter complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: •...
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  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Special Message Formats ...1-2 How to Print this Manual ...1-2 Chapter 2 Introduction About the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 ...2-1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products ...2-1 What’s in the Box? ...2-2 WGM511 LEDs and Interfaces ...2-2 A Road Map for “How to Get There From Here” ...2-3...
  • Page 6 How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile ...4-3 Connecting to Another PC in Ad Hoc Mode ...4-4 How to Configure an Ad Hoc Mode Profile ...4-5 How to Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network ...4-6 Statistics Page ...4-7 Advanced Settings Display ...4-9 Chapter 5 Wireless Security Configuration Understanding the Security Options ...5-1...
  • Page 7 How Does WPA Compare to WEP? ... B-8 How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i? ... B-8 What are the Key Features of WPA Security? ... B-9 Is WPA Perfect? ... B-14 Product Support for WPA ... B-15 Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking ...
  • Page 8 viii Contents December 2004...
  • Page 9: About This Manual

    This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, and firewall technology tutorial information is provided in the Appendices, on the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Resource CD, and on the NETGEAR Web site.
  • Page 10: Typographical Conventions

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Typographical Conventions This guide uses the following typographical conventions: Table 1. Typographical conventions italics Emphasis. bold User input. Special Message Formats This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
  • Page 11: Introduction

    This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and a road map of typical applications for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. The WGM511 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 in and around your home.
  • 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. WGM511 LEDs and Interfaces The NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 has two LEDs: Link and Act (Activity).
  • Page 13: A Road Map For "How To Get There From Here

    • The wireless interface of the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 remains outside of the notebook PC chassis when the wireless PC card is inserted into a notebook. The LED indicates the wireless link condition and signal quality of the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 with another wireless node or the associated access point.
  • Page 14 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here ... If I Want To ... ? What Do I Do? Protect my 1. Assure that the wireless...
  • Page 15 Explorer copy and paste functions to exchange files between the computers. Introduction User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 What’s Needed? 1. The notebook computer you are using to connect to the wireless network needs to be configured with the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing.
  • Page 16 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here ... If I Want To ... ? What Do I Do? Use printers in a 1. Use the Windows...
  • Page 17: Basic Setup

    This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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: Observing Location And Range Guidelines

    Observing Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which varies significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as: •...
  • Page 19: Basic Installation Instructions

    • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the WGM511 Pre-N Wireless PC Card to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID).
  • Page 20 Follow the Smart Wizard steps, and click Finish when done. Install the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. a. Hold the WGM511 with the NETGEAR logo facing up and insert it into a CardBus slot in your computer. After a short delay the Found New Hardware Wizard displays.
  • Page 21 Security: If your network includes WEP settings, click the Security tab page and configure the WGM511 accordingly. For help with these steps, click the Help button in the WGM511 Smart Wireless Wizard to view context-sensitive help information, or see see “Wireless Security Configuration”...
  • Page 22: For Windows 2000 Users Installing A Wgm511

    Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the Resource CD for the WGM511 into your CD drive. The Resource CD main page loads. Unlocked: the wireless network does not use security Locked: the wireless network uses security 3-10.
  • Page 23 Note: If a Windows XP Certification warning appears, click Continue Anyway to proceed. Install the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. a. Hold the WGM511 with the NETGEAR logo facing up and insert it into a CardBus slot in your computer. After a short delay the Found New Hardware Wizard displays.
  • Page 24 Security: If your network includes WEP settings, click the Security tab page and configure the WGM511 accordingly. For help with these steps, click the Help button in the WGM511 Smart Wireless Wizard to view context-sensitive help information, or see see “Wireless Security Configuration”...
  • Page 25: Wgm511 Wireless Connection Indicators

    Pre-N access point or router such as the NETGEAR WGM124 Pre-N Wireless Router • Check the color of the WGM511 icon in the Windows system tray: green or yellow indicates a working connection; red indicates no connection. •...
  • Page 26: Interpreting The Leds On The Wgm511

    The WGM511 card is active. Fast Blink or WGM511 is active and associated or joined with network. The blink rate increases with activity on the network over the air or locally on the network. WGM511is not fully inserted into the CardBus slot, or no power is applied to the card.
  • Page 27: Netgear Smart Wireless Wizard

    Properties button, click the Wireless Networks tab and then clear the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” check box. Understanding the Configuration Options The WGM511 Smart Wireless Wizard provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to: • Configure wireless settings.
  • Page 28: Connecting To An Access Point In Infrastructure Mode

    For more information on 802.11 wireless network modes, see on page B-1 of this manual. Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode Figure 4-1: WGM511 Pre-N Wireless PC Card connecting to a wireless access point December 2004 “Wireless Networking Overview” NETGEAR Smart Wireless Wizard...
  • Page 29: How To Configure An Infrastructure Mode Profile

    Follow the instructions below to configure an infrastructure mode profile for connecting to an access point. 1. Run the WGM511 Smart Wizard Installation Assistant. a. Make sure the WGM511 software is installed and the WGM511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your PC. b. Click the WGM511 icon Windows system tray to open the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant.
  • Page 30: Connecting To Another Pc In Ad Hoc Mode

    Figure 4-2: NETGEAR WGM511 Wireless PC Card in peer-to-peer mode The peer-to-peer setting of the WGM511 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 31: How To Configure An Ad Hoc Mode Profile

    Follow the instructions below to configure an ad hoc mode profile. 1. Run the WGM511 Smart Wizard Installation Assistant. a. Make sure the WGM511 software is installed and the WGM511 is fully inserted in a CardBus slot in your PC.
  • Page 32: How To Start A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Verify connectivity by using the Ping program: a. On the Windows taskbar click the Start button, and then click Run. b. Assuming the target PC is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t 192.168.0.1...
  • Page 33: Statistics Page

    5. 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. Use the Networks tab page to identify the channels in use in your area.
  • Page 34 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 To view the Statistics page, click the WGM511 icon Settings page opens. Click the Statistics tab.. Figure 4-4: Statistics page • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the total, receive, and transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible.
  • Page 35: Advanced Settings Display

    LAN. NETGEAR Smart Wireless Wizard User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 in the Windows system tray to open the Smart Wizard Installation...
  • Page 36 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 4-10 NETGEAR Smart Wireless Wizard December 2004...
  • Page 37: Wireless Security Configuration

    Zero Configuration Service for WPA-PSK Advanced Security” on page When you use the WGM511 configuration utility to configure these security options, you can save your settings in a profile. For example, you can have work and home profiles that make it easy to switch from one environment to the other.
  • Page 38: Basic Requirements For Wep

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 In addition to the WGM511 wireless security features, configure appropriate LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access shared resources in your network. Fill in the worksheet and use the procedures below to configure the WEP encryption settings of your NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511.
  • Page 39: Wep Security Settings Worksheet

    — 128-bit WEP: enter 26 hexadecimal digits (any combination of 0-9, a-f, or A-F) and 13 ASCII. Use the procedures below to configure WEP security settings in the WGM511. Wireless Security Configuration User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511...
  • Page 40: How To Configure Wep Encryption Security

    Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WGM511 Smart Wizard Installation Assistant. a. Make sure the WGM511 software is installed and the WGM511 is fully inserted in your b. Click the WGM511 icon The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant opens to the Settings tab page.
  • Page 41: Using The Wireless Zero Configuration Service For Wpa-Psk Advanced Security

    Windows WPA Client. For wireless clients that are running Windows XP service pack 2 (SP2) and that are using a wireless network adapter that supports the Wireless Zero Configuration service, the Windows WPA Client is included in Windows XP SP2.
  • Page 42: Enabling Wireless Security Features

    “WEP Wireless Security” on page In addition to the WGM511 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 43: How To Configure Wep Encryption Security

    Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WGM511 Smart Wizard Installation Assistant. a. Make sure the WGM511 software is installed and the WGM511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your PC. b. Click the WGM511 icon c.
  • Page 44 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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 45: Troubleshooting

    This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you diagnose and solve the problem. Also, for problems with accessing network resources, the Windows software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers.
  • Page 46: Frequently Asked Questions

    Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the Configuration Utility status line? The WGM511 can operate at 108 Mbps. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. If you connect to a WGM124 router with Airgo’s True MIMO technology, then you will see network speeds up to 108 Mbps.
  • Page 47 The easiest way is find out if the WGM511card has received a valid IP address from the Wireless Router/AP is to open up the WGM511 utility program and check the IP address in the About page. How to use XP’s own Wireless configuration utility The NETGEAR WGM511 software is designed so that the user will be asked to choose one of the utility programs during initial software installation.
  • Page 48 2. Click the shortcut called “NETGEAR WGM511 Smart Wizard” on the desktop. 3. Choose “Remove” and click “Next” until finished. 4. The WGM511 uninstaller program is in the Windows Control Panel. To remove the WGM511 software, do the following: Use “Add or Remove Programs” in the Control Panel and remove the “NETGEAR WG51154Mbps Wireless PC Card”...
  • Page 49: Technical Specifications

    This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Antennae 3 Integrated internal diversity antennae Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, 72, 96, and 108 Mbps (Auto Rate...
  • Page 50 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Technical Specifications December 2004...
  • Page 51: Wireless Networking Basics

    Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking Overview The WGM511 Pre-N Wireless PC Card conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11g standard for wireless LANs (WLANs). On an 802.11 wireless link, data is encoded using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and is transmitted in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.5GHz.
  • Page 52: Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (Essid

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 In this configuration, network packets are directly sent and received by the intended transmitting and receiving stations. As long as the stations are within range of one another, this is the easiest and least expensive way to set up a wireless network.
  • Page 53: Wep Wireless Security

    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 WGM511: Turn on the wireless station.
  • Page 54: Wep Open System Authentication

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 The station listens for messages from any access points that are in range. The station finds a message from an access point that has a matching SSID. The station sends an authentication request to the access point.
  • Page 55: Wep Shared Key Authentication

    WEP key), then the access point will refuse to authenticate the station and the station will be unable to communicate with either the 802.11 network or Ethernet network. Wireless Networking Basics User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Access Point (AP) IN TER N ET...
  • Page 56 Whatever keys you enter for an access point, 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 57: How To Use Wep Parameters

    Shared Key Authentication. Note: Some 802.11 access points also support Use WEP for Authentication Only (Shared Key Authentication without data encryption). However, the WGM511 does not offer this option. WPA Wireless Security Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is a specification of standards-based, interoperable security enhancements that increase the level of data protection and access control for existing and future wireless LAN systems.
  • Page 58: How Does Wpa Compare To Wep

    Starting in August of 2003, all new Wi-Fi certified products had to support WPA and all existing Wi-Fi certified products had one year to comply with the new standard or lose their Wi-Fi certification. NETGEAR has implemented WPA on client and access point products. As of August 2004, all Wi-Fi certified products must support WPA.
  • Page 59: What Are The Key Features Of Wpa Security

    The 802.1X EAPOL-Key packets are used by WPA to distribute per-session keys to those stations successfully authenticated. Wireless Networking Basics User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 (MIC) December 2004...
  • Page 60 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 The supplicant in the station uses the authentication and cipher suite information contained in the information elements to decide which authentication method and cipher suite to use. For example, if the access point is using the Pre-shared key method then the supplicant need not authenticate using full-blown 802.1X.
  • Page 61 RADIUS infrastructure, WPA supports the use of a preshared 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. Wireless Networking Basics...
  • Page 62 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Client with a WPA- enabled wireless adapter and supplicant (Win XP, Funk, Meetinghouse, etc.) Figure 6-4: 802.1x Authentication Sequence The access point (AP) sends Beacon Frames with WPA information elements to the stations in the service set.
  • Page 63 In typical 802.1x implementations, the client can automatically change encryption keys as often as necessary to minimize the possibility of eavesdroppers having enough time to crack the key in current use. Wireless Networking Basics User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 December 2004 B-13...
  • Page 64: Is Wpa Perfect

    User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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.
  • Page 65: Product Support For Wpa

    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 66 Microsoft has worked with many wireless vendors to embed the WPA firmware update in the wireless adapter driver. So, to update you Windows wireless client, all you have to do is obtain the new WPA-compatible driver and install the driver. The firmware is automatically updated when the wireless network adapter driver is loaded in Windows.
  • Page 67: 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 Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511. 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 68 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 WGM511, 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 69: Enabling Dhcp To Automatically Configure Tcp/Ip Settings In Windows 98 And Me

    Choose Settings, and then Control Panel. • Locate the Network Neighborhood icon and click on it. This will open the Network panel as shown below. Preparing Your PCs for Network Access User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 December 2004...
  • Page 70 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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.
  • Page 71: Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method

    After your PC is configured and has rebooted, you can check the TCP/IP configuration using the utility winipcfg.exe: 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run. Preparing Your PCs for Network Access User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 December 2004...
  • Page 72: Configuring Windows 2000 Or Xp For Tcp/Ip Networking

    1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Network and Dialup Connections icon. 3. If an Ethernet adapter is present in your PC, you should see an entry for Local Area Connection. Double-click that entry.
  • Page 73: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp Or 2000

    PC, located to the right of the window. • Right-click on the Connection with the wireless icon and choose Status. Preparing Your PCs for Network Access User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 December 2004...
  • Page 74 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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.
  • Page 75: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows 2000

    Click on the My Network Places icon on the Windows desktop. This will bring up a window called Network and Dial-up Connections. • Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties. Preparing Your PCs for Network Access User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 December 2004...
  • Page 76 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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...
  • Page 77: Verifying Tcp/Ip Properties For Windows Xp Or 2000

    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 78 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 C-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access December 2004...
  • Page 79: 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 2.5GHz.
  • Page 80 .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 81 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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 82 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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 83 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 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 84 User Manual for the NETGEAR Pre-N Wireless PC Card WGM511 Glossary December 2004...
  • Page 85: Index

    ESSID B-2 features 2-1 infrastructure mode 3-2, B-2 configuration of profile 4-3 connecting to an access point 4-2 installation WGM511 with Windows 2000 3-6 WGM511 with Windows XP 3-3 IP networking for Windows C-1, C-6 Key 2-1 Index Act (Activity) 3-10...
  • Page 86 wireless connection indicators 3-9 default configuration settings 3-2 enablling security features 5-6 Wireless Ethernet B-1 wireless network 2-6 road map 2-3, 2-4 Wireless Network Name (SSID) 2-3, 5-6 wireless settings SSID and WEP 5-6 December 2004 Index...

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