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NETGEAR RangeMax WPN111 Basic Setup

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This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax WPN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set
up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless
network set up is covered in
Note: Indoors, computers can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of
several hundred feet. Because walls do not always block wireless signals, others
outside your immediate area could access your network. It is important to take
steps to secure your network from unauthorized access. The RangeMax WPN111
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter provides highly effective security features, which are
covered in
features appropriate to your needs.

What You Need Before You Begin

You need to verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the
wireless network settings of the WLAN where you will connect before you can set up your
wireless USB adapter and connect.

Verify System Requirements

Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111, please make
sure that these minimum requirements have been met:
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You must have a PC with a Pentium
available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port.
Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. If your computer has a
USB v1.1 port, the WPN111 is limited to that port's maximum speed, which is
14 Mbps.
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A CD drive.
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5 Mbytes of free hard disk space.
Chapter 2, "Network Connections and Wireless
"Using Wireless Security Features" in Chapter
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Chapter 1
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  • Page 1: What You Need Before You Begin

    Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax WPN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network set up is covered in Chapter 2, “Network Connections and Wireless Security”.

  • Page 2: Observe Wireless Location And Range Guidelines

    Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the RangeMax WPN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as: •...

  • Page 3: Wpn111 Default Wireless Settings

    NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual 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.
  • Page 4 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual a. Click Install the Software.The Check for Updates window will open. Figure 1-1 b. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, you can choose to install from the CD.
  • Page 5 3. Use the Smart Wizard to set up your wireless USB adapter. Figure 1-3 a. Windows 2000 users go to Step b. Windows XP or Vista users can set up the wireless adapter with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard (recommended) or the Windows configuration utilities. •...
  • Page 6 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a network (recommended). Figure 1-4 c. Click Next to accept. 4. Connect to a wireless network. a. Select the wireless network from the drop-down list, and the wizard records your choice.

  • Page 7: Connecting To Wireless Networks And The Internet

    NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop; and the Settings page opens . Figure 1-6 The wizard initiates your wireless connection, which could take up to a minute.

  • Page 8: Wpn111 Icon Colors

    NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual WPN111 Icon Colors The WPN111 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows System Tray (SysTray). The System Tray resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop.
  • Page 9 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel The wireless channel used by the network. If many wireless networks in your area use the same channel they can interfere with one another. Throughput •...

  • Page 10: Placing The Usb Adapter Cradle

    NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual Placing the USB Adapter Cradle You can attach the RangeMax WPN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception.

  • Page 11: Removing The Wpn111 Software

    RangeMax WPN111 Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter option, and follow the screen prompts. Upgrading the WPN111 Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Write down the settings for any profiles that you want to save. They will not be retained.
  • Page 12 NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 User Manual 1-12 v2.0, February 2007...

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