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NETGEAR User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121, Introduction

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User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121

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User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 NETGEAR, IncTechnical Support Statement of ConditionsNETGEAR, INC. Support Information E-mail support@netgear.comFCC Information to User Regulatory Compliance InformationFCC Guidelines for Human Exposure Declaration Of ConformityExport Restrictions Europe - EU Declaration of ConformityNETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Requirements For Operation in the European Community Operation Using 2.4 GHz Channels in FranceMetropolitan Regions with Eased Restrictions in 2.4GHz Band Page Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Communityviii Contents Basic SetupConfiguration Chapter About This ManualTechnical Specifications Wireless Networking BasicsPreparing Your PCs for Network Access Appendix AContents Install or Verify Windows Networking ComponentsDHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XPContents Chapter About This Manual Audience, Scope, ConventionsHow to Use this Manual How to Print this Manual User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 About This ManualAbout the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Key Features and Related NETGEAR ProductsChapter Introduction What’s in the Box? NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Resource CD, includingA Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 A Road Map for How to Get There From HereChapter 3, “Basic Setup” and Appendix B, “WirelessUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 A Road Map for How to Get There From HereInstallation Instructions” on “Connecting to an AccessExchange files User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 A Road Map for How to Get There From HereNETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless IntroductionUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 IntroductionChapter Basic Setup What You Need Before You BeginVerifying System Requirements Two Basic Operating Modes Observing Location and Range GuidelinesWG121 Default Wireless Configuration Settings Basic Installation Instructions For Windows XP Users Installing a WG121Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility software Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Configure your WG121 Verify wireless connectivity to your network For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG121 Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility softwarec. Click Install Driver & Utility WG121 Resource CDInstall the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Found New Hardware WizardConfigure your WG121 and save the ProfileVerify wireless connectivity to your network WG121 Wireless Connection Indicators Interpreting the LED on the WG121Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors ColorCondition DescriptionTroubleshooting Basic TipsTroubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions b. Click Windows XP Hotfix SP2 Q815485, and then click Removea. Fill in the Network Name SSID Answer Yes, the WG121 complies with the IEEE 802.11g standards User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Basic Setup3-18 Chapter Configuration Understanding the Configuration OptionsUsing Configuration Profiles Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility 2. Configure the wireless Network settingsConnecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc Mode How to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode Profile4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network 1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility2. Save your settings in a Profile 3. Configure the PC network settingsFigure 4-2 Ping test results Enabling Wireless Security Features How to Start a Computer-to-Computer Ad-Hoc NetworkIdentifying the Wireless Network Name SSID and WEP Security Settings How to Configure WEP Encryption Security 1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility2. Configure the Security settings 3. Save your settings in a Profile 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices areAdvanced Settings Page Statistics PageUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Configuration4-10 Appendix A Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Technical SpecificationsAppendix B Wireless Networking Basics Wireless Networking OverviewInfrastructure Mode Authentication and WEP Network Name Extended Service Set Identification ESSIDAd Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer Workgroup 802.11 Authentication Open System Authentication802.11 Authentication Open System Steps 1 Authentication request sent to AP 2 AP authenticatesAccess Point AP 3 Client connects to network Client attempting to connect1. Do Not Use WEP The the dataWEP Configuration Options Key SizeWireless Channels The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP NetworkingInstall or Verify Windows Networking Components Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking2. Double-click the Network icon Choose Settings, and then Control Panel Locate your Network Neighborhood iconVerify the following settings as shown User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Client for Microsoft Network exists Ethernet adapter is presentSelecting Windows’ Internet Access Method Verifying TCP/IP PropertiesConfiguring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking Install or Verify Windows Networking ComponentsDHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XPLocate your Network Neighborhood icon Click the Properties button to view details about the connection DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows Verify that Obtain an IP addressRight click on Local Area Connection and select Properties Obtain an IP address automatically is selected Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 3. Type ipconfig /allPreparing Your PCs for Network Access C-12Glossary GlossaryUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Dynamic Host Configuration ProtocolGlossary Domain NameUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Internet service providerUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 GlossaryUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Wi-FiWindows Internet Naming Service Wireless Network Name SSIDUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 GlossaryIndex Numerics