NETGEAR WG111U user manual Technical Support, Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer

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Technical Support

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NETGEAR, INC. Support Information

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Statement of Conditions

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.

©2004 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, The Gear Guy and Everybody's Connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.

November 2004

Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer

It is hereby certified that the Model WG111U Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT- AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions.

Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations.

FCC Information to User

This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to be used with approved antennas only. Any product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals.

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Contents 202-10065-01 Technical Support Certificate of the Manufacturer/ImporterFCC Requirements for Operation in the United States FCC Guidelines for Human ExposureDeclaration Of Conformity Operation Using 2.4 GHz Channels in France Export RestrictionsMetropolitan Regions with Eased Restrictions in 2.4GHz Band Operation Using 5 GHz Channels in the European Community Allowed 5GHz Channels in Each European Community CountryVii Viii Contents Chapter Configuration Appendix C Preparing Your Network to Work with a Router Glossary Index Audience, Scope, Conventions Manual SpecificationsChapter About This Manual Typographical conventionsHow to Use this Manual Html version of this manualHow to Print this Manual About This Manual Chapter Introduction About the WG111UKey Features 802.11a and 802.11b/g Wireless NetworkingComparison of Wireless Modes Comparing the 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g ModesRoad Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ What’s in the Box?Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What’s Needed? What Do I Do? How Do I?Netgear Super AG Netgear Super AG Wireless Wired network Wirelessly connect Verifying System Requirements Chapter Basic SetupWhat You Need Before You Begin Determining Placement of the USB Adapter Observing Location and Range GuidelinesTwo Basic Operating Modes Attach fastener to back of plastic cradleWG111U Default Wireless Configuration Settings Basic Installation InstructionsFor Windows XP Users Installing a WG111U Install the Netgear Super AG Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111U Configure your WG111U Verify wireless connectivity to your network For Windows 2000, ME, and 98SE Users Installing a WG111U Found New Hardware Wizard WG111U System Tray Icon Configure your WG111U WG111U Wireless Connection Indicators LED Descriptions Interpreting the LED on the WG111UStatus LED Red Interpreting System Tray Icon ColorsColor Condition Description YellowUsing Configuration Profiles Chapter ConfigurationUnderstanding the Configuration Options Run the WG111U Smart Wireless Wizard Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure ModeHow to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Configure the wireless network settings Save your settings in a ProfileConfigure the PC network settings Connecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc ModeHow to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode Profile Ad-Hoc Setting dialog box Ping -t 192.168.0.1 and then click OK What’s on the Statistics Page? StatisticsUnderstanding the Advanced Settings Advanced SettingsEuropean Regulatory Requirements for Transmit Power Control TPC Configuration ProcedureConfiguration Chapter Wireless Security Configuration Understanding the Security OptionsUsing WEP Security Basic Requirements for WEPWEP Security Encryption Key WEP Security Settings WorksheetWireless Network Name Ssid Configure the WEP settings How to Configure WEP Encryption SecurityConfigure the Network Name Ssid settings Using WPA-PSK Advanced Security Basic Requirements for WPA-PSKWPA-PSK Security Settings Worksheet How to Configure WPA-PSK Advanced SecurityConfigure the WPA-PSK settings WPA-PSK settings screenWireless Security Configuration Chapter Troubleshooting Basic TipsGeneral Questions Frequently Asked QuestionsAd Hoc mode is not working correctly How to use XP’s own Wireless configuration utility New Hardware Wizard appears after installation has completedTroubleshooting Appendix a Technical Specifications USBTechnical Specifications Infrastructure Mode Appendix B Wireless Networking BasicsWireless Networking Overview Wireless Channels Ad Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer WorkgroupNetwork Name Extended Service Set Identification Essid Radio frequency channels used are listed in Table B-1 Table B-1 802.11g Radio Frequency ChannelsWEP Wireless Security WEP AuthenticationAccess point have the same WEP are described below Authentication Shared Key Steps Key Size and Configuration WPA Wireless Security How to Use WEP ParametersHow Does WPA Compare to WEP? What are the Key Features of WPA Security? How Does WPA Compare to Ieee 802.11i?Wireless Networking Basics Login Authentication Figure B-3 WPA OverviewFigure B-4 802.1x Authentication Sequence WPA Data Encryption Key Management Temporal Key Integrity Protocol Tkip Is WPA Perfect? Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless ClientsChanges to Wireless Access Points Product Support for WPANew WPA information element WPA two-phase authenticationChanges to Wireless Network Adapters MichaelChanges to Wireless Client Programs What You Need To Use a Router with a Broadband Modem Computer Network Configuration RequirementsAppendix C Preparing Your Network to Work with a Router Cabling and Computer HardwareInternet Configuration Requirements Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters?Record Your Internet Connection Information Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking Installing a New Adapter Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP NetworkingInstalling or Verifying Windows Networking Components Installing TCP/IP Installing the Client for Microsoft NetworksVerify the Configuration Settings Open the Network PanelVerifying TCP/IP Properties Selecting the Windows’ Internet Access MethodVerify the Properties IP Address Setting Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking Open the Network Connection Window Configuring Dhcp of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4Dhcp Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP Go to the Network Connection Status windowGo to Properties Set Dhcp for TCP/IPDhcp Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows Check the Local Area Connection Properties SettingsComplete the configuration Check the Internet Protocol PropertiesDhcp Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4 Go to TCP/IP PropertiesVerifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4 Set the TCP/IP PropertiesMacOS Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP NetworkingMacOS 8.6 or Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh ComputersAre Login Protocols Used? What Is Your Configuration Information?Select the Gateway tab Restarting the Network Glossary Glossary-2 Glossary Glossary-3 Glossary-4 Glossary Glossary-5 Glossary-6 Index NumericsIndex-2