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User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter NETGEAR, IncNETGEAR, INC. Support Information Technical SupportStatement of Conditions E-mail support@netgear.comNETGEAR Wireless Game Adapter WGE111 Tested to Comply with FCC StandardsCanadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Federal Communications Commission FCC Radiation Exposure StatementVCCI Statement Chapter About This Manual ContentsBasic Setup ChapterTechnical Specifications Chapter Web ConfigurationTroubleshooting ChapterAuthentication and WEP Appendix C Wireless Networking BasicsWireless Networking Overview Wireless ChannelsContents Chapter About This Manual Audience, Conventions, ScopeHow to Use this Manual How to Print this Manual User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter About This ManualAbout the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Chapter IntroductionWhat’s in the Box? Key Features and Related NETGEAR ProductsNETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Resource CD, including Introduction User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Status Indicators and Ports of the WGE111See the table below for a description of the LED indicator lights LED DescriptionsReset Push Button User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Introduction“Game Console Plug-and-Go Scenario” on page Chapter Basic SetupPreparing to Install Your WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter “Personal Computer Plug-and-Go Scenario” on pagePlacement and Range Guidelines System RequirementsMode Operating ModesSwitch Position Your SystemWizard Configuration What you doPersonal Computer Plug-and-Go Scenario Dynamic IP using DHCP Planning the WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter ConfigurationPlanning for TCP/IP Configuration Fixed IPAuthentication Scheme Selection Understanding WEP Authentication and EncryptionSubnet mask Encryption Strength Choices Using the NETGEAR Smart Wizard Configuration Assistant Understanding WPA-PSK Encryption Securitya. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Wireless Game Adapter Double-click setup.exe if the program does not start automatically Select the Infrastructure and/or Ad-Hoc mode network settings Select the TCP/IP Settings Basic Setup User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter3-14 Chapter Web Configuration Configuring the Wireless Game Adapter Using TCP/IPConnecting to the Wireless Game Adapter Viewing the Wireless Game Adapter StatusWireless Settings IP Settings Configuring the Adapter for Infrastructure Mode AccessDevice Information b only - operates in 802.11b mode only Data Rateg only - operates in 802.11g mode only The data rate is set to Auto by defaultAuthentication Type Using WEP Security EncryptionWireless Security Network Name SSIDManual Entry Mode Configuring the Wireless Game Adapter for Ad-Hoc ModeUsing WPA-PSK Security Encryption Automatic Key Generation PassphraseTo configure the WGE111 for Ad-Hoc access Configuring the IP Settings Viewing the Wireless Networks AvailableFigure 4-4 Wireless Networks Available The default values are suitable for most users and situations Changing the WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Password Upgrading the FirmwareRestoring the Factory Defaults Figure 4-7 Restore Factory Defaults screenGo to “Troubleshooting the TCP/IP Settings Using Ping” on page Chapter TroubleshootingGo to “Restoring the Default Configuration and Password” on page Basic Tips SymptomSolution Causechange the wireless game adapters IP address wireless router or access point, wait, and thensure all the devices are on the same IP network See “Using the NETGEAR Smart Wizard Configuration Assistant” on page 3-9 forFrequently Asked Questions I cannot configure the WGE111 from a browserTroubleshooting the TCP/IP Settings Using Ping Troubleshooting the Web Configuration InterfaceRestoring the Default Configuration and Password User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter TroubleshootingAppendix A Technical Specifications Technical SpecificationsUser Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Technical SpecificationsAppendix B Understanding IP Addresses IP Addresses and the InternetThe five address classes are Class A Netmask Subnet Addressing Figure 5-2 Example of Subnetting a Class B AddressNumber of Bits Table 5-1. Netmask Notation Translation Table for One OctetTable 5-2. Netmask Formats Dotted-Decimal ValuePrivate IP Addresses Address Resolution Protocol IP Configuration by DHCPUser Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Understanding IP AddressesWireless Networking Overview Appendix C Wireless Networking BasicsInfrastructure Mode Ad Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer Workgroup Authentication and WEPNetwork Name Extended Service Set Identification ESSID 802.11 Authentication Open System AuthenticationAccess Point 802.11b Authentication Open System Steps1 Authentication request sent to AP 2 AP authenticates 3 Client connects to network Client attempting to connect1. Do Not Use WEP The the dataWEP Configuration Options Key SizeWireless Channels WPA Wireless Security How Does WPA Compare to WEP? What are the Key Features of WPA Security? How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?The primary information conveyed in the Beacon frames is the authentication method and the cipher suite. Possible authentication methods include 802.1X and Pre-shared key. Pre-shared key is an authentication method that uses a statically configured passphrase on both the stations and the access point. This obviates the need for an authentication server, which in many home and small office environments will not be available nor desirable. Possible cipher suites include WEP, TKIP, and AES Advanced Encryption Standard. We talk more about TKIP and AES when addressing data privacy below Login Authentication Wireless LANWired Network with Optional 802.1x Port Based Network Access Control Figure C-3 WPA Overview2. The access point replies with an EAP-request identity message WPA Data Encryption Key Management Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP Optional AES Support to be Phased InMichael Is WPA Perfect? Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients is DiscouragedProduct Support for WPA Changes to Wireless Network Adapters Changes to Wireless Access PointsThe WPA two-phase authentication The new WPA information elementChanges to Wireless Client Programs 802.1Q List of Glossary Terms1000BASE-T 802.3Glossary User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game AdapterDynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCPUser Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Internet service providerUser Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter Network Address TranslationGlossary User Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game AdapterWindows Internet Naming Service WINSUser Manual for the NETGEAR WGE111 Wireless Game Adapter GlossaryIndex Numerics