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•RTS/CTS Threshold: RTS is request to send and CTS is clear to send; their purpose is to avoid collisions. RTS/CTS will be enabled if the data frame size is larger than the threshold value set here. The maximum frame size is 2346 octets, so if the threshold is 2346, RTS/CTS will be disabled.

User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111

•RTS/CTS Threshold: RTS is request to send and CTS is clear to send; their purpose is to avoid collisions. RTS/CTS will be enabled if the data frame size is larger than the threshold value set here. The maximum frame size is 2346 octets, so if the threshold is 2346, RTS/CTS will be disabled.

Note: This setting is reserved for wireless testing and advanced configuration only. Do not change this setting unless you are sure you need to. The primary reason for implementing RTS/CTS is to minimize collisions between hidden stations. This occurs when users and access points are spread out and a high number of retransmissions occur on the wireless LAN.

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User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 202-10076-01NETGEAR, I n c 2 02 -1 007 6 -01 V e rsion v1 . 0 F e b ru a ry 2Technical Support Statement of ConditionsCertificate of the Manufacturer/Importer VCCI StatementFCC Information to User FCC Guidelines for Human ExposureDeclaration Of Conformity Regulatory Compliance InformationExport Restrictions Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations 202-10076-01Contents Basic SetupConfiguration Chapter 1 About This ManualTroubleshooting Wireless Networking Basics4 -1 4 -1Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access IndexC on te n ts 202-10076-01202-10076-01 viiiC on te n ts Chapter About This Manual Audience, Scope, ConventionsHow to Print this Manual A b ou t T h is M a n u a lChapter Introduction Key FeaturesAbout the WPN111 A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ What’s in the Box?User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 A Road Map for How to Get There From HereI n trod u ction 202-10076-01User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here202-10076-01 If I Want To?User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 A Road Map for How to Get There From HereI n trod u ction 202-10076-01User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here202-10076-01 If I Want To?What You Need Before You Begin Chapter Basic SetupVerifying System Requirements Two Basic Operating Modes Observing Location and Range GuidelinesWPN111 Default Wireless Configuration Settings Basic Installation InstructionsFor Windows XP Users Installing a WPN111 c. Click Install Driver and UtilityInstall the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 Configure your WPN111 Verify wireless connectivity to your network For Windows 2000 Users Installing a WPN111 F ou n d N e w H a rd wa re W iza rd sp e e d is 1p ort is 4 8 0 M b p s W P N 1 1 1 S yste m Tra y I conConfigure your WPN111 a n d sa ve th e P rofile Interpreting the LED on the WPN111 WPN111 Wireless Connection IndicatorsStatus LED Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111202-10076-01 ColorUnderstanding the Configuration Options Chapter ConfigurationUsing Configuration Profiles How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode1. Run the WPN111 Configuration Utility 3. Save your settings in a Profile 2. Configure the wireless Network settingsa. Type a descriptive name for the Profile in the “Profiles” field Connecting to Another PC in Ad-hoc Mode How to Configure an Ad-hoc Mode Profile4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network 1. Run the WPN111 Configuration Utility2. Save your settings in a Profile 3. Configure the PC network settingsHow to Start a Computer-to-Computer Ad-Hoc Network Enabling Wireless Security Features Identifying the Wireless Network Name SSID and WEP Security SettingsHow to Configure WEP Encryption Security 1. Run the WPN111 Configuration Utility2. Configure the Security settings Figure 4-5 WEP security3. Save your settings in a Profile How to Configure WPA-PSK Encryption Security4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices are Statistics Page Advanced Settings Page Figure 4-7 Advanced Settings pageRTS/CTS Threshold RTS is request to send and CTS is clear to send their purpose is to avoid collisions. RTS/CTS will be enabled if the data frame size is larger than the threshold value set here. The maximum frame size is 2346 octets, so if the threshold is 2346, RTS/CTS will be disabled Chapter Troubleshooting Basic TipsGeneral Questions Frequently Asked QuestionsAd Hoc mode is not working correctly New Hardware Wizard appears after installation has completed I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser listUser Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 How to get a PDF copy of the ManualT rou b le s h ootin g T e ch n ica l S p e cifica tion s Appendix A Technical Specifications202-10076-01 202-10076-01 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111T e ch n ica l S p e cifica tion s Wireless Networking Overview Appendix B Wireless Networking BasicsInfrastructure Mode Network Name Extended Service Set Identification ESSID Ad Hoc Mode Peer-to-Peer WorkgroupWireless Channels 802.11b/g Wireless Channels Table B-1802.11b/g Radio Frequency Channels Channel802.11a Legal Power Output and Wireless Channels Table B-2802.11a Radio Frequency Channels U-NII BandUser Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 802.11a Turbo Mode Off Radio Frequency ChannelsTurbo Mode OFF Figure B-1 IEEE 802.11a Channel AllocationsWireless Security Overview WPA-PSKWEP Authentication WEP Overview802.1x Cisco LEAP802.11 Authentication Open System Steps 802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps1 Authentication request sent to AP 2 AP authenticates Access Point AP64-bit WEP WEP Keys128-bit WEP How to Use WEP Parameters WEP Key Configuration802.1x Port Based Network Access Control B -12. The access point replies with an EAP-request identity message WPA Wireless Security B -1How Does WPA Compare to WEP? What are the Key Features of WPA Security? How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?Login Authentication Wireless NetworkFigure B-5 WPA Overview Figure B-6 WPA/802.1x Authentication Sequence C lie n t with a W P A -e n a b le d wire le ss a d a p te r a n d 2. The access point replies with an EAP-request identity message Temporal Key Integrity Protocol TKIP WPA Data Encryption Key ManagementMichael Product Support for WPA Is WPA Perfect?AES Support Wireless network adapters Wireless client programs User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111W ire le ss N e tworkin g B a sics 202-10076-01B -2 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111202-10076-01 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 Enabling DHCP in Windows 98 and MeLocate your Network Neighborhood icon Verify the following settings as shown User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111Client for Microsoft Network exists Ethernet adapter is present TCP/IP 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 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP orLocate your Network Neighborhood icon Click the Properties button to view details about the connection Verify that Obtain an IP address DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in WindowsRight 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 /allC -1 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111202-10076-01 G los s a ry Glossary202-10076-01 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol202-10076-01 Domain NameInternet service provider User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111202-10076-01 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 202-10076-01router Routing Information ProtocolUser Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111 Wi-FiWindows Internet Naming Service Wireless Network Name SSID202-10076-01 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WPN111G los s a ry Index Numerics