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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10200-02 February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 2
software upgrades. NETGEAR, INC. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for US & Canada only. For other countries, see your Support information card. E-mail: [email protected] Web site: http://www.netgear . Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 3
herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR, Inc., dass sich das Gerät NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T in Übereinstimmung mit den grundlegenden - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 4
o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. Greek] NETGEAR, Inc NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T 1999/5/ΕΚ. Français [French] Par la présente NETGEAR, Inc. déclare que l'appareil NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 5
[Finnish] Svenska [Swedish] NETGEAR, Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T spåòa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES. NETGEAR, Inc. vakuuttaa täten että NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T tyyppinen laite on - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 6
vi v2.0, February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 7
Default Wireless Settings 1-2 Installation ...1-3 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet 1-6 Smart Wizard Status Bar 1-7 WN311T Icon Colors 1-8 Removing the WN311T Software 1-8 Upgrading the WN311T Software 1-9 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 8
Speed Requirements 3-4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...4-1 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly 4-3 Windows XP Occasional Connection Problems 4-3 Appendix A Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings A-1 Technical Specifications A-2 Appendix B Related Documents - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 9
About This Manual The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Wireless PC Card WPN511 User Manual describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 10
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, "Related Documents". Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://kbserver. - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 11
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual - Click the print icon in the upper left of the window. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the Full Manual. Use the - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 12
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual iv v2.0, February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 13
NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T • The antenna • NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T Install Guide • Resource CD, including: - Driver software - Smart Wizard setup software - NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual (this document) • Warranty card • Support - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 14
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual What You Need Before You Begin You must verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and get the wireless network configuration settings of the WLAN where you will connect before you can configure your wireless PCI - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 15
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Your WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network) Note: In order for the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter to communicate with a wireless access - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 16
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 2. Now, insert the wireless PCI adapter. a. When prompted, shut down the computer. Figure 1-1 b. Unplug the computer, open the case, and install the WN311T into a PCI slot. c. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 17
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual • NETGEAR Smart Wizard: Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. • Windows configuration utilities: See the Windows documentation or "Using Windows XP and Vista Wireless - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 18
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name (SSID). These networks are in the drop-down list, but the Network Name (SSID) is blank. b. The Smart Wizard will detect if the network uses security or not. Follow the Wizard steps - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 19
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Smart Wizard Status Bar The status bar is located at the bottom of the Settings page. Security Channel Throughput Wireless network Signal strength Find a Network Figure 1-2 Connection status Wireless network Security Channel - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 20
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual If you right-click in the system tray icon, you can disable the Internet notification feature by clearing check mark on this line. If you do so, then only the IP address is shown. Figure 1-3 WN311T Icon Colors The WN311T icon is on the - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 21
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Upgrading the WN311T Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR website. To install an upgrade, follow these steps. 1. Write down the settings for any profiles that you want to save. They will not be retained. 2. Download the - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 22
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 1-10 v2.0, February 2007 Basic Setup - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 23
the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network. If you chose the Windows XP or Windows Vista Zero Configuration utility during installation, and now you want to use the Smart Wizard, then you need to disable the Windows utility. If you are working - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 24
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WN311T Smart Wizard to change the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter wireless settings. When you have installed the software from the Resource CD, the icon appears - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 25
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual You can click a column heading to that you selected. • Scan: Check for wireless networks. Clicking Scan refreshes the page. • Close: Close the window of the Wizard. Network Connections and Wireless Security 2-3 v2.0, February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 26
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Finding a Network During the WN311T software installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. After installation you can use the Find a Network button on the Network tab at any time to view the available networks and select - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 27
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3. Select a network from the drop-down list. If you select a hidden network then you must enter the SSID. Click Next. 4. Follow the steps of the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to create a profile. 5. Review you - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 28
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter to connect to a wireless access point or router. 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings page - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 29
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or check for file and - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 30
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 2. Enter the network settings. a. Smart Wizard, or Cancel to return to the previous settings. 4. Configure the PC network settings. a. Configure each PC with either a static IP address or with the IPX protocol. Note: For instructions - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 31
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual b. Assuming the target PC is configured with 192.168.0.1 as its IP address, type ping -t 192.168.0.1 and then click OK. c. This will cause a continuous ping to be sent - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 32
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 5. In the Channel field, Automatic should work. If you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless device, select a channel that is not being used by any other wireless networks near your wireless adapter. Use the Networks - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 33
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings Print this form, fill in the configuration parameters and put it in a safe place for possible future reference. For an existing wireless network, the person who set up the network will be - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 34
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Wireless Security Many networks use wireless security to encrypt wireless data communications. If you try to connect to a network with wireless security the Smart Wizard detects it. Before you can use that network you must set up the - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 35
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings Print this page, fill in the configuration details, and keep it in a safe place for future reference. For an existing wireless network, the person who set up the network will be able to - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 36
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WN311T Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the WN311T software is installed and the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter is installed in a PCI slot - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 37
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys require more processing and may slow the communications response times. 4. Select Create with - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 38
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Setting up WPA2-PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA2-PSK Security. 1. Run the WN311T Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the WN311T software is installed and the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter is properly installed in the PCI slot in - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 39
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3. Save your settings in a Profile. a. Click the Save Profile button. All the configuration settings are saved in this profile. b. Click Apply. c. Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard. Setting up WPA-PSK Security Follow the steps below to - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 40
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual b. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is configured in the access point. c. In the Security section, - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 41
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Statistics Page The Statistics page provides real-time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 2-8 • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the total, - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 42
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software version information. Figure 2-9 The following information is displayed in the About page: • Regional Domain: This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 43
explains how to use your WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter to connect to your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and how to set up wireless security for the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network. Optimizing Wireless Performance The speed and - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 44
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual - Computers and fax machines (no closer than one foot) - Copying machines, elevators, and cell phones (no closer than 6 feet) - Microwave ovens (no closer than 10 feet) • Choose your settings. - Use a scanning utility to determine what - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 45
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual In the network shown in Figure 3-9, the two PCs with gigabit (1000 Mbps) Ethernet adapters have a gigabit connection through the router to the storage server. With a high-speed router this connection allows for extremely fast backups or - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 46
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual To get the best performance, use newer adapters such as RangeMax adapters for your computers. A high-speed router may be compatible with older 802.11b and 802.11g adapters, but the use of these older wireless HD video requires 10 to 30 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 47
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual • Backing up computers over the network has become popular Network Connection Gigabit Wired Ethernet RangeMax NEXT Wireless-N Powerline HD 100 Mbps Wired Ethernet 802.11g wireless 802.11b wireless 10 Mbps Wired Ethernet Cable Modem - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 48
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 3-6 Wireless Network Performance v2.0, February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 49
website at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Action The LEDs are not lit. The WN311T is not installed in the PCI slot properly or the WN311T software is not loaded. • Remove and reinstall the WN311T. • Check the Windows device manager to see - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 50
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action Throughput is only 54 Mbps. The WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter can operate at faster speeds. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. See Chapter 3, "Wireless - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 51
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly You need to click the Initiate Ad Hoc button before you click Apply. Here is how you start an Ad Hoc network: 1. Fill in the Network Name (SSID). 2. Select the Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 52
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual 4-4 Troubleshooting v2.0, February 2007 - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 53
Specifications Default Configuration Settings The following table lists the default settings of your WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter. Feature Description Smart Wizard Wireless Wireless Communication Wireless *. Maximum wireless signal rate (IEEE Standard 802.11n draft specification). Actual - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 54
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless PCI Adapter WN311T User Manual Technical Specifications This table below describes technical specifications for the WN311T Wireless PCI Adapter. Antennas Standards Radio Data Rate Frequency LED Power Emissions Bus interface Provided drivers Operating Environment - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 55
can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing: Wireless Communications: Preparing a Computer for Network Access: Virtual Private Networking (VPN - Netgear WN311T | WN311T User Manual - Page 56
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202-10200-02
February 2007
NETGEAR
, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT
Wireless PCI Adapter
WN311T User Manual