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NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manual

I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser list.

The access point is available and there is good signal strength. There are a few possibilities:

•If the access point (AP) is WPA-PSK protected, you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase. Otherwise, the Wireless Adapter will still be connected to the previous access point and you will not be able to change to the WPA-PSK access point.

•If the access point is WEP protected (either 64-bit or 128-bit encryption), you will be prompted to enter the WEP encryption security information.

The Wireless Adapter is not getting an IP address

You probably upgraded your Wireless Adapter software and did not reboot your system.

To get an IP address assigned, you can either restart your computer or choose another access point to connect to. If there are no additional access points for you to choose from, restart your system and connect to your desired access point again.

Note: It does not usually help to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable/enable the adapter.

Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the status bar?

The wireless notebook adapter can operate at 270 Mbps. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. If you use the NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Router you will see network speeds up to 270 Mbps.

Also, when you use wireless security, choose the WPA2-PSK option ensure the highest performance between a WN511B and a WN511B.

If you are connecting to an 802.11b network, the maximum 802.11b speed is 11 Mbps.

Why do I see two Wireless Adapter icons in the System Tray?

If you see two icons in the System Tray at the bottom right corner of the screen, you have an older software version installed on your system and it needs to be removed. See “Removing the Software” in Chapter 2 or “Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software” in Chapter 2.

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NETGEAR, Inc NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User ManualTechnical Support Safety and Regulatory NoticesStatement of Conditions FCC StatementCanadian Department of Communications Industry Canada IC Notice FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statementsvv1.1, April SAR Statementvv1.1, April Šiuo NETGEAR, Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wirelessvv1.1, April Product and Publication Detailsvv1.1, April Basic Setup ContentsNetwork Connections and Wireless Security ChapterDefault Configuration Settings and Technical Specifications TroubleshootingChapter Appendix AAudience, Scope, and Conventions Chapter About This Manualhttp//kbserver.netgear.com About This Manual NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manualvv1.1, April What You Need Before You Begin Chapter Basic SetupWhat’s in the Box? Default Wireless SettingsNETGEAR Resource CD, including Follow the instructions below to install the Wireless Adapter Installation Instructions1. First, install the software 2. Now, when prompted, insert your wireless notebook adapterIf you use Windows 2000, skip to Step 4, below 3. For Windows XP users, choose the wizardNote Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name SSID The Smart Wizard Status Bar Connecting to Wireless Networks and the InternetIcon Colors the router. See Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”Removing the Software Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software1. Go to http//kbserver.netgear.com Understanding the Smart Wizard Chapter 3 Network Connections and Wireless SecurityFinding a Network http//documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm ProfilesAdding Profiles Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router refer to “Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing” in Appendix B Setting up a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc ProfilePage Starting a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network Connection Know Your Wireless Network Settings Wireless Securityhttp//documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm If WEP Authentication is Used Wireless Network Name SSID and Security SettingsIf WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK Authentication is Used Setting up WEP Encryption SecuritySetting up WPA2-PSK Security Setting up WPA-PSK Security Advanced Settings Networks Page Statistics Page About Page Troubleshooting Tips Chapter TroubleshootingFrequently Asked Questions Ad Hoc mode is not working correctly Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the status bar? The Wireless Adapter is not getting an IP addressWhy do I see two Wireless Adapter icons in the System Tray? I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser listTroubleshooting NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manualvv1.1, April Specifications Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and TechnicalDefault Configuration Settings Default Configuration Settings and Technical SpecificationsNETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manual Technical SpecificationsDefault Configuration Settings and Technical Specifications vv1.1, Aprilhttp//documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm Appendix B Related DocumentsRelated Documents NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511T User Manualvv1.1, April