NETGEAR WG111U user manual Wired network Wirelessly connect

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User’s Manual for the NETGEAR Super AG Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111U

Table 2-1.

A Road Map for How to Get There From Here

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If I Want To?

What’s Needed?

What Do I Do?

How Do I?

Use printers in a

1. The PC you are using to

1.

Use the Windows

Windows Domain settings are

combined

 

connect to the wireless

 

Printers and Fax

usually managed by corporate

wireless and

 

network needs to be

 

features to locate

computer support groups.

wired network.

 

configured with the

 

available printers

 

 

 

Windows Client and File

 

in the combined

Windows Workgroup settings

 

 

and Print Sharing.

 

wireless and wired

are commonly managed by

 

2. The PC you are using to

 

network.

individuals who want to set up

 

 

connect to the wireless

2.

Use the Windows

small networks in their homes, or

 

 

network needs to be

 

Add a Printer

small offices.

 

 

configured with the same

 

wizard to add

 

 

 

Windows Workgroup or

 

access to a

For assistance with setting up

 

 

Domain settings as the

 

network printer

Windows networking, refer to the

 

 

other Windows computers

 

from the PC you

PC Networking Tutorial on the

 

 

in the combined wireless

 

are using to

NETGEAR Super AG Wireless

 

 

and wired network.

 

wirelessly connect

USB 2.0 Adapter WG111U

 

3.

Any Windows networking

 

to the network.

Resource CD and the Help

 

 

security access rights

3.

From the File

information provided in the

 

 

such as login user name/

 

menu of an

Windows system you are using.

 

 

password that have been

 

application such

 

 

 

assigned in the Windows

 

as Microsoft Word,

For assistance with setting up

 

 

network must be provided

 

use the Print

printers in Windows, refer to the

 

 

when Windows prompts

 

Setup feature to

Help and Support information

 

 

for such information.

 

direct your print

that comes with the version of

 

4.

If so-called Windows

 

output to the

the Windows operating systems

 

 

‘peer’ networking is being

 

printer in the

you are using.

 

 

used, the printer needs to

 

network.

 

 

 

be enabled for sharing.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Introduction

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Contents 202-10065-01 Technical Support Certificate of the Manufacturer/ImporterFCC Guidelines for Human Exposure Declaration Of ConformityFCC Requirements for Operation in the United States 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 Manual Specifications Chapter About This ManualAudience, Scope, Conventions 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 Chapter Basic Setup What You Need Before You BeginVerifying System Requirements 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 Interpreting the LED on the WG111U Status LEDLED Descriptions Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors Color Condition DescriptionRed YellowChapter Configuration Understanding the Configuration OptionsUsing Configuration Profiles Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode ProfileRun the WG111U Smart Wireless Wizard Configure the wireless network settings Save your settings in a ProfileConnecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc Mode How to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode ProfileConfigure the PC network settings 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 Settings Worksheet Wireless Network Name SsidWEP Security Encryption Key How to Configure WEP Encryption Security Configure the Network Name Ssid settingsConfigure the WEP 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 TipsFrequently Asked Questions Ad Hoc mode is not working correctlyGeneral Questions How to use XP’s own Wireless configuration utility New Hardware Wizard appears after installation has completedTroubleshooting Appendix a Technical Specifications USBTechnical Specifications Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking OverviewInfrastructure Mode Ad Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer Workgroup Network Name Extended Service Set Identification EssidWireless Channels 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 Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients Changes to Wireless Access PointsIs WPA Perfect? Product Support for WPAWPA two-phase authentication Changes to Wireless Network AdaptersNew WPA information element MichaelChanges to Wireless Client Programs Computer Network Configuration Requirements Appendix C Preparing Your Network to Work with a RouterWhat You Need To Use a Router with a Broadband Modem 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 Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking Installing or Verifying Windows Networking ComponentsInstalling a New Adapter Installing TCP/IP Installing the Client for Microsoft NetworksVerify the Configuration Settings Open the Network PanelSelecting the Windows’ Internet Access Method Verify the Properties IP Address SettingVerifying TCP/IP Properties Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking Configuring Dhcp of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4 Dhcp Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XPOpen the Network Connection Window 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 PropertiesConfiguring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking MacOS 8.6 orMacOS 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