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Summary of Contents for NETGEAR WNDA3200
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Page 1: User Manual
Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 User Manual 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 January 2011 202-10701-01 v1.0... -
Page 2: Technical Support
NETGEAR, Inc. Technical Support Thank you for choosing NETGEAR. To register your product, get the latest product updates, or get support online, visit us at http://support.netgear.com. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started What You Need Before You Begin ....... 4 Installing Your Adapter . -
Page 4: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Your computer detects the adapter and automatically installs its software. Follow the Found New Hardware wizard instructions, and click Finish to complete the installation. The NETGEAR wizard screen displays. Use the wizard to join a network. Chapter 1. Getting Started... -
Page 5: Joining Wireless Networks
Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 Joining Wireless Networks If your gateway or router supports WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) technology, also called Push 'N' Connect, you can use a WPS button or PIN to join the network. WPS-compatible NETGEAR gateways and routers use the symbol. - Page 6 Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 To join a network with a WPS PIN: Click the PIN tab. Log in to the gateway or hub and either locate its PIN or follow the gateway instructions to generate a PIN. Follow the instructions on the PIN tab to join a wireless network.
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Page 7: Wireless-N Usb Adapter Led
The wireless-N USB adapter is connected to a wireless network, but it is not sending or receiving data. Upgrading the Software Upgrades might be available at the NETGEAR website. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. Removing the Software You can remove the wireless adapter software through the Windows Program List or the Windows Control Panel. -
Page 8: Chapter 2 Wireless Network Performance
Wireless Network Performance This chapter explains how to maximize the performance of your wireless-N USB adapter within your network. Optimizing Wireless Performance The position of your wireless-N USB adapter and the local environment can affect its wireless performance. • se the plastic cradle that came in the package with your adapter. This lets you place the adapter in a better position for wireless communication. -
Page 9: Networking Technology And Connection Speed
Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 lower-speed bottlenecks. The following illustration shows a home network that includes many different connection speeds. Figure 2. Home Network In this network, the two PCs with gigabit (1000 Mbps) Ethernet adapters have a gigabit connection through the router to the storage server. -
Page 10: Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements
You can use Powerline connections for rooms that are upstairs or too far from your router for a good wireless connection. NETGEAR’s Powerline HD products deliver up to 200 Mbps to any outlet. Data transmissions are encrypted for security, and you can set up a network password to prevent neighbors from connecting. - Page 11 Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 • Backing up computers over the network has become popular due to the availability of inexpensive mass storage. The following table shows the time to transfer 1 gigabyte (1 GB) of data using various networking technologies.
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Page 12: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your wireless-N USB adapter. You can also refer to the Knowledge Base on the NETGEAR website at http://support.netgear.com. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) The wireless-N USB adapter LED is not lit. The wireless-N USB adapter is not inserted securely in the USB port (or USB cable if used) or the WNDA3200 software is not installed. - Page 13 Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 • Make sure that the IP addresses and the Windows networking settings are configured correctly. See the link to Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing: in Appendix B. How can I improve the speed of my wireless connection? You can use the USB cable and adapter that came in the package to position the wireless-N USB adapter for better wireless communication.
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Page 14: Appendix A Technical Specifications And Factory Default Settings
Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for the wireless-N USB adapter. Feature Description Antenna 2 integrated internal wireless antennas Standards 802.11a, 802.11n, 802.11g, or 802.11b Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, 08, 140, 246, and 300 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) Frequency 2.4 GHz to 2.5 GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation);... -
Page 15: Factory Default Settings
Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 Factory Default Settings The following table lists the default settings of your wireless-N USB adapter. Default Settings Smart Wizard Enabled Wireless Wireless communication Enabled Wireless Network Name (SSID) Any (will connect to the first wireless network that responds. -
Page 16: Appendix B Related Documents
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 Windows XP and Vista http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm Wireless Configuration Utilities Application Note Internet Networking and http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm... -
Page 17: Appendix C Notification Of Compliance
Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the WNDA3200 product package. Èesky NETGEAR, Inc. - Page 18 NETGEAR, Inc. declara que este Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 está [Portuguese] conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE. Slovensko NETGEAR, Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Virgin Media Wireless USB Adapter WNDA3200 v skladu z [Slovenian] bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi relevantnimi doloèili direktive 1999/5/ES. Slovensky NETGEAR, Inc.