NETGEAR WN511T user manual Finding a Network

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NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manual

Finding a Network

During the Wireless Adapter software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. After installation you can use the Find a Network button on the Network tab at any time to view the available networks and select the one that you want to use.

Note: Make sure that you know the security settings for the network that you want to use. For example, if WEP is used then you need to know the WEP key. If you use secure

networks frequently, set up profiles for each network with the wireless network and security settings.

Follow the steps below to Find a Network.

1.Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard.

The Settings tab page opens.

2.Click Find a Network.

3.Select a network from the drop-down list. If you select a hidden network then you must enter the SSID. Click Next.

4.Follow the steps of the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to create a profile.

5.Review you settings, and click Finish.

Hidden Network

Figure 3-1

The Smart Wizard initiates your wireless connection. You can use the Status Bar to verify your network connection. For more information, see “The Smart Wizard Status Bar” in Chapter 2.

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Contents NETGEAR, Inc Technical Support FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements Eesti Product and Publication Details Vv1.1, April Contents Appendix B Related Documents Chapter About This Manual Audience, Scope, and ConventionsVv1.1, April Chapter Basic Setup Observe Wireless Location and Range GuidelinesWhat You Need Before You Begin Verify System RequirementsDefault Wireless Settings What’s in the Box?Installation Instructions Now, when prompted, insert your wireless notebook adapterFor Windows XP users, choose the wizard Vv1.1, April Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet Smart Wizard Status BarConnection Indicator Description Icon ColorsUpgrading the Wireless Adapter Software Removing the SoftwareNetwork Connections and Wireless Security Understanding the Smart WizardFinding a Network Profiles Adding ProfilesSetting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Setting up a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Profile Vv1.1, April Starting a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network Connection Wireless Security Know Your Wireless Network SettingsWireless Network Name Ssid and Security Settings If WEP Authentication is UsedSetting up WEP Encryption Security If WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK Authentication is UsedSetting up WPA2-PSK Security Setting up WPA-PSK Security Advanced Settings Networks Statistics About Chapter Troubleshooting Troubleshooting TipsFrequently Asked Questions Smart Wizard keeps asking me to save my settingsAd Hoc mode is not working correctly Why do I see two Wireless Adapter icons in the System Tray? Wireless Adapter is not getting an IP addressWhy do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the status bar? Vv1.1, April Default Configuration Settings WirelessTechnical Specifications LEDAppendix B Related Documents Document LinkRelated Documents
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