NETGEAR genie displays a list of wireless networks in your area.
Standalone Driver Installation
To install a standalone driver:
1.Insert the resource CD in your computer CD drive.
Note: If your computer does not have a CD drive, download the A6100 resource CD driver by visiting http://support.netgear.com. Click the Support for Home Products button and enter A6100 in the search field.
If the Resource CD screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and
2.Click the Install Windows Standalone Driver link. The driver installs on your computer.
3.When prompted, insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer.
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Join a Wireless Network
You can join a wireless network from the NETGEAR genie, or you can use Wi- Fi Protected Setup (WPS) if your wireless router supports it.
•NETGEAR genie. From the NETGEAR genie screen, click the Join a Network button. Select your wireless network and click the Connect button. If the network is secure, enter its password or network key.
•WPS. Press and hold the WPS button on the adapter for two seconds.
Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your wireless router or gateway.
WPS button
The adapter joins the network, which can take a few minutes. Your settings are saved in a profile.
Check Your Connection Status
When you install your adapter, the NETGEAR genie icon displays in the Windows system tray and on the desktop. You can
White.
Yellow.
Red. 0 (zero) bars (no connection)
If you remove your adapter, NETGEAR genie is not available, so the icon does not display. When you insert the adapter again, the icon returns.
Support
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After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product at https://my.netgear.com.
You must register your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com.
NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR support resources.
You can get the user manual online at http://downloadcenter.netgear.com or through a link in the product’s user interface.
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