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

Configure your WPN111 a n d sa ve th e P rofile .

a. Click on the WPN111 icon

on the

Windows desktop or in the system tray

to open the WPN111 configuration

utility.

 

The utility opens to the Settings tab page.

Click Help for instructions on using the Smart Wizard Wireless Utility.

b.For the Network Name (SSID), use the default of Any ( F irst a va ila b le n e twork) or typ e a n S S I D for your network.

Tip: As an alternative to typing in the SSID, you can use the drop-down list or the Networks tab to view the available wireless networks, and choose the one you want.

c.Click Apply to activate the connection.

d.You can also enter a profile name and click Save Profile to store the current settings.

Tip: If you use your desktop PC to connect to a wireless network at work and at home, create profiles called work and home. Then, activate whichever one you need for wherever you are located.

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