Netgear WN511B WN511B User Manual
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NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10170-02 April 2006 - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 2
Support For customer support see http://kbserver.netgear.com/kb_web_files/n10005.asp NETGEAR, INC. Support Information Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR, for US & Canada only. For other countries, see your support information card. E-mail: [email protected] North American NETGEAR Web site: http://www.netgear - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 3
CNR-210 du Canada. "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from 1999/5/ES. Undertegnede NETGEAR, Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B overholder de væsentlige krav - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 4
other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente NETGEAR, Inc. declara que el NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 5
on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen. Härmed intygar NETGEAR, Inc. att denna NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framg - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 6
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Chapter 1 About This Manual Audience, Scope, and Conventions 1 Chapter 2 Basic Setup What You Need Before You Begin 3 Verify System Requirements 3 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines 3 What's in the Box? ...4 Default Wireless Settings 4 Installation Instructions ...5 Connecting to - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 8
-PSK Security 21 Setting up WPA-PSK Security 22 Advanced Settings ...23 Networks Page ...24 Statistics Page ...25 About Page ...26 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...27 Frequently Asked Questions 27 The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to save my settings 27 Ad Hoc mode is not working - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 9
information of importance or special interest. This manual is written according to these specifications: Table 1-2. Manual Specifications Product Version Manual Part Number Manual Publication Date NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B 202-10170-01 April 2006 Note: Product - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 10
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2 Basic Setup The NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B lets you connect a PC computer to wireless networks. It is designed for PC computers running Microsoft Windows. For information about product features and compatible NETGEAR products, please see the NETGEAR Web site at http - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 12
WN511B • NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B Installation Guide • NETGEAR CD, including: - Driver and Configuration Utility Software - NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual • Warranty and Support Service Set Identification (SSID): NETGEAR instructions - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 13
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Installation Instructions The instructions in this chapter are for an Access Point (Infrastructure) installation. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions are covered in Chapter 3, "Network - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 14
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Figure 2-2 3. For Windows XP users, choose the wizard. If you use Windows 2000, skip to Step 4, below. a. Choose the NETGEAR the Windows XP documentation for instructions. b. Click Next to accept the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Figure 2-3 - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 15
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual b. Select the wireless network from the drop-down the Wizard steps for Security (if used) and for saving a Profile. d. After you have reviewed the settings, click Finish. The icon appears in the System Tray and on the desktop. The - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 16
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The Wireless Adapter has indicators that show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 17
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual This connection indicator is useful in isolating a problem. For example, if you are at router. Wireless connection to a router OK but problem with the router. See Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting". If you right-click in the System Tray - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 18
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Removing the Software You can remove the Wireless Adapter software in these two ways: • Navigate the Windows Start menu to the Wireless Notebook Adapter program - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 19
the Wireless Adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network. Understanding the Smart Wizard Note: These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR Smart Wizard to change the Wireless Adapter wireless settings. If you use Windows XP, and chose the Windows XP configuration - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 20
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Finding a Network During the Wireless the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to create a profile. 5. Review you settings, and click Finish. Hidden Network Figure 3-1 The Smart Wizard initiates your wireless - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 21
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Profiles The WN511B Smart Wizard uses profiles to store all the settings for a particular wireless network. There are two special profile names: Default and Profile. Default: The Profile - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 22
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the Wireless Notebook Adapter to connect to a wireless access point or router. 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 23
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual see Chapter 4, "Troubleshooting. Also, for problems with accessing network instructions on setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR CD. Follow the instructions - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 24
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings page opens. 2. Enter the network settings. a. Select Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) for the Network - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 25
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual netgear.com/kb_web_files/N101453.asp. Note: If you cannot connect, see "Removing the Software" in Chapter 2. Also, for problems Connection Note: Ad Hoc is supported in 802.11b and 802.11g only. It is not supported at the draft 802.11n - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 26
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual 5. In the Channel field, Automatic do not know what these are, contact the person who set up the network. The Wireless Adapter supports the following types of wireless security: • Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 Pre-Shared Key (WPA2-PSK) - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 27
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. Any (First available network) is the default WN511B button. Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method. • Manual method. These values are not - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 28
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual • If WPA2-PSK or WPA-PSK Authentication the correct Passphrase. Use the procedures below to set up basic security settings in the WN511B. Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 29
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual 3. Select the WEP encryption strength you will in the network. If the passphrase method is not available in the other devices, you must manually enter the keys to match exactly what is in the access point and other 802.11b wireless - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 30
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual b. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab page opens. Figure 3-8 2. Configure the Security settings. a. In the Profile box, select the profile - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 31
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual b. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings Advanced Settings. If you cannot connect without making changes, or if your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network administrator recommend changes, then some of these will be - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 32
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Networks Page The Networks Page scans and displays all available wireless networks in your area. 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 33
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B 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 3-11 • Transmit/ - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 34
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual About Page The About page displays the current software different region may violate local laws. • Driver Version: The wireless adapter driver version. • Driver Date: The wireless adapter driver date. • MAC Address: The MAC address - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 35
troubleshooting your wireless adapter. After each problem description, instructions are given to help you diagnose and solve the problem problems you may encounter. Also, please refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com. Unless you can solve a problem right - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 36
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Ad Hoc mode is not working correctly You sure the Wireless Adapter is inserted in the Cardbus slot in the computer and follow these instructions to change your selection. 1. Go to Control Panel and select Network Connections. 2. - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 37
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual I cannot connect to the AP that I want from 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 - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 38
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Appendix A Default Configuration Settings and Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings The following table lists the default settings of your Wireless Adapter. Feature Description Smart Wizard Wireless Wireless Communication Wireless Network Name (SSID) Security Enabled Enabled - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 40
RangeMax NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual Technical Specifications This table below describes technical specifications for the NETGEAR RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B. Antennas Standards Radio Data Rate Frequency LED Power Emissions Bus interface Provided drivers - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 41
appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing: Wireless Communications: Preparing a Computer for Network Access: Virtual Private Networking (VPN - Netgear WN511B | WN511B User Manual - Page 42
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202-10170-02
April 2006
NETGEAR
, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
NETGEAR RangeMax NEXT
Wireless Notebook Adapter
WN511B User Manual