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NETGEAR WG121 user manual Appendix A Technical Specifications

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Appendix A

Technical Specifications

This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121.

Antennae	2 Integrated internal diversity antennas
Standards	802.11g, 802.11b
Radio Data Rate	1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing)
Frequency	2.4GHz to 2.5GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation)
Power	3.3V Bus powered
Emissions	FCC, CE
Bus interface	Cardbus
Provided drivers	Microsoft Windows XP, 2000, Me, 98
Dimensions
Weight
Operating Environment	Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degree C
Encryption	40-bit (also called 64-bit) and 128-bit WEP data encryption
Warranty	Limited 1-year warranty

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NETGEAR WG121 user manual Appendix A Technical Specifications

Contents

NETGEAR, Inc User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Statement of Conditions Technical SupportNETGEAR, INC. Support Information E-mail support@netgear.comRegulatory Compliance Information FCC Information to UserFCC Guidelines for Human Exposure Declaration Of ConformityNETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Export RestrictionsEurope - EU Declaration of Conformity Metropolitan Regions with Eased Restrictions in 2.4GHz Band Requirements For Operation in the European CommunityOperation Using 2.4 GHz Channels in France Page Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulationsviii Basic Setup ContentsConfiguration Chapter About This ManualWireless Networking Basics Technical SpecificationsPreparing Your PCs for Network Access Appendix AInstall or Verify Windows Networking Components ContentsDHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XPContents Audience, Scope, Conventions Chapter About This ManualHow to Use this Manual How to Print this Manual About This Manual User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Chapter Introduction About the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Resource CD, including What’s in the Box?A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ A Road Map for How to Get There From Here User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Chapter 3, “Basic Setup” and Appendix B, “WirelessA Road Map for How to Get There From Here User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Installation Instructions” on “Connecting to an AccessExchange files A Road Map for How to Get There From Here User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless IntroductionIntroduction User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Verifying System Requirements Chapter Basic SetupWhat You Need Before You Begin Observing Location and Range Guidelines Two Basic Operating ModesWG121 Default Wireless Configuration Settings Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility software Basic Installation InstructionsFor Windows XP Users Installing a WG121 Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Configure your WG121 Verify wireless connectivity to your network Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility software For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG121c. Click Install Driver & Utility WG121 Resource CDFound New Hardware Wizard Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Profile Configure your WG121 and save theVerify wireless connectivity to your network Interpreting the LED on the WG121 WG121 Wireless Connection IndicatorsColor Interpreting System Tray Icon ColorsCondition DescriptionBasic Tips Troubleshootingb. Click Windows XP Hotfix SP2 Q815485, and then click Remove Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questionsa. Fill in the Network Name SSID Answer Yes, the WG121 complies with the IEEE 802.11g standards 3-18 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Basic Setup Using Configuration Profiles Chapter ConfigurationUnderstanding the Configuration Options How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility 2. Configure the wireless Network settingsHow to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode Profile Connecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc Mode4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network 1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility3. Configure the PC network settings 2. Save your settings in a ProfileFigure 4-2 Ping test results Identifying the Wireless Network Name SSID and WEP Security Settings Enabling Wireless Security FeaturesHow to Start a Computer-to-Computer Ad-Hoc Network 2. Configure the Security settings How to Configure WEP Encryption Security1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices are 3. Save your settings in a ProfileStatistics Page Advanced Settings Page4-10 User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Configuration Technical Specifications Appendix A Technical SpecificationsTechnical Specifications User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Infrastructure Mode Appendix B Wireless Networking BasicsWireless Networking Overview Ad Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer Workgroup Authentication and WEPNetwork Name Extended Service Set Identification ESSID Open System Authentication 802.11 Authentication1 Authentication request sent to AP 2 AP authenticates 802.11 Authentication Open System StepsAccess Point AP 3 Client connects to network Client attempting to connectthe data 1. Do Not Use WEP TheKey Size WEP Configuration OptionsWireless Channels The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network AccessInstall or Verify Windows Networking Components Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking2. Double-click the Network icon Locate your Network Neighborhood icon Choose Settings, and then Control PanelUser Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Verify the following settings as shownPreparing Your PCs for Network Access Client for Microsoft Network exists Ethernet adapter is presentVerifying TCP/IP Properties Selecting Windows’ Internet Access MethodInstall or Verify Windows Networking Components Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP NetworkingLocate your Network Neighborhood icon DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP orDHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP Click the Properties button to view details about the connection Right click on Local Area Connection and select Properties DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in WindowsVerify that Obtain an IP address Obtain an IP address automatically is selected 3. Type ipconfig /all Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP orC-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network AccessGlossary GlossaryGlossary Dynamic Host Configuration ProtocolDomain Name ESSIDInternet service provider User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Glossary User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Wi-Fi User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Windows Internet Naming Service Wireless Network Name SSIDGlossary User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121Numerics Index