July 28, 2004
GA511 Smart Wizard Utility
The GA511 Smart Wizard utility provides a convenient way to check the status of the
adapter without needing to view the LEDs on the top of the adapter itself. Click the
GA511 Smart Wizard utility icon to view the current status.
If the utility is not displayed on the taskbar, you can start it by going to Start > Programs >
NETGEAR GA511 Adapter > GA511 Smart Wizard Utility.
Click Details to view the settings of the adapter.
Troubleshooting
If you have trouble setting up your GA511, check the tips below. You can also consult
more extensive troubleshooting procedures on the NETGEAR, Inc. support Web site at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/GA511.asp.
Symptom Cause Solution
The Adapter LED
lights are not lit.
The GA511 is not
inserted into the slot
properly or the
GA511 software is
not loaded.
Make sure the notebook is fully powered on.
Remove and reinsert the GA511.
Check the Windows device manager to see if
the GA511 Gigabit CardBus Adapter is
recognized and enabled. Reload the GA511
software, if necessary.
The Link/Act LED
light is lit, but the
100/1000 LED is
not lit.
The GA511 is
operating at 10
Mbps.
The computer is connected to a router or
other network device that is operating at 10
Mbps.
If you connect to a 100 Mbps device, the
100/1000 LED will be amber.
If you connect to a 1000 Mbps device, the
100/1000 LED will be green.
The 100/1000 LED
is blinking
intermittently.
There is a problem
with the link such as
a speed mismatch,
possible bad cable,
bad connector, or
configuration
mismatch.
Check the network cable and make sure it is
functioning properly.
Try plugging the network cable into a
different port on the router attached to the
gigabit Ethernet adapter.
Technical Support
PLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPED WITH
YOUR PRODUCT.
By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you with
timely expert technical support.
NETGEAR, INC. Support Information
Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR (For US & Canada only) — 24x7 phone support. See the Sup-
port Information card for other countries.
E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com - 24 x 7 online support
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