Contents

Chapter 1

About This Manual

Audience, Conventions, Publication Date

1-1

How to Navigate this Manual

1-2

How to Print this Manual

1-3

Chapter 2

 

Introduction

 

Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products

2-1

802.11a and 802.11b/g Wireless Networking

2-2

What’s in the Box?

2-2

A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’

2-3

Chapter 3

 

Basic Setup

 

What You Need Before You Begin

3-1

Verifying System Requirements

3-1

Observing Location and Range Guidelines

3-2

Two Basic Operating Modes

3-2

WG511U Default Wireless Configuration Settings

3-3

Basic Installation Instructions

3-4

For Windows XP Users Installing a WG511U

3-4

For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG511U

3-8

WG511U Wireless Connection Indicators

3-12

Interpreting the LED on the WG511U

3-12

Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors

3-13

Troubleshooting

3-14

Basic Tips

3-14

Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions

3-15

Chapter 4

 

Netgear Smart Wireless Wizard

 

Understanding the Configuration Options

4-1

Using Configuration Profiles

4-1

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