NETGEAR WG111U Wireless Connection Indicators, Verify wireless connectivity to your network

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

Verify wireless connectivity to your network.

a.Verify that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility matches your wireless network.

b. Check the color of the WG111U icon in the Windows system tray: green or yellow indicates a working connection; red indicates no connection.

c.Check the WG111U LED: blinking means attempting to connect; solid indicates a good connection; off means the WG111U is not plugged in.

d.Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources.

Note: If you are unable to connect, see Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting”.

WG111U Wireless Connection Indicators

The NETGEAR Super AG Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111U provides the following indicators, which give you feedback on the status of your wireless connection:

•The status LED on the NETGEAR Super AG Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111U indicates the condition of wireless link.

•The color of the SysTray icon is on the System Tray portion of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop indicates the status of the connection.

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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