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NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA 202-10426-02 June 2009 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 2
, see your Support information card. E-mail: [email protected] North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ProSafe, and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Vista are registered - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 3
and has established that these requirements have been met while installed in host notebook computer. RF Exposure Information The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 4
aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. NETGEAR, Inc NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 1999/5/ ΕΚ. Par la présente NETGEAR, Inc. déclare que l'appareil NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 5
and Publication Details Model Number: Publication Date: Product Family: Product Name: Home or Business Product: Language: Publication Part Number: Publication Version Number: WNDA3100v2 June 2009 Wireless-N USB Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 Home English 202 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 6
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Custom Setup 3 Installing the WNDA3100v2 Software 4 Inserting the Wireless-N USB Adapter 5 Connecting to a Wireless Network 6 Using the USB Adapter Cradle 8 Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections 10 WNDA3100v2 Icon ...10 Smart Wizard Status Bar 11 Wireless-N USB Adapter - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 8
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Creating a Profile ...8 Access Point Profiles 9 Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile 10 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 12 About Wireless Security 13 Wireless Network Name (SSID) - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 9
This Manual The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Dual Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual describes how to install the NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 with custom setup, configuration, and troubleshooting. For express installation, please see the Installation Guide. The - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 10
Manual Publication Date NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 June 2009 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 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 11
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Printing a PDF chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page. • Click the PDF of This Chapter link at - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 12
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contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant - This manual - Installation Guide - Warranty and Support information If any of the - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 14
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual What You Need Before You Begin Verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of the wireless local area network (WLAN) where you will connect before you install and - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 15
Manage your network connections and connect securely using Push 'N' Connect (WPS). - Configure wireless settings for your wireless-N USB adapter. - Save your wireless network settings in profiles. • Custom installation using the Windows utility. You can choose not to install the Smart Wizard and to - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 16
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Installing the WNDA3100v2 Software To install the wireless-N USB adapter with custom setup: 1. Insert the Resource CD. If the CD main page does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2. Select - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 17
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Smart Wizard. Allows you to manage your wireless networks with the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 software and to connect securely using Push 'N' Connect. - Configure network manually. Specify the settings for your wireless-N USB adapter - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 18
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Connecting to a Wireless Network If you installed the Smart Wizard, you can use the WNDA3100v2 software to connect to a wireless network. Smart Wizard, by Install Assistant If you selected the by Install Assistant radio button - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 19
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Create a wireless settings Profile. The Smart Wizard asks if you want to save a profile: Figure 1-4 Creating a profile makes it easy to quickly connect to wireless networks in different locations. a. If your wireless network - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 20
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual e. Your settings are saved to the profile you selected 3. The WNDA3100v2 icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop. The Smart Wizard Settings tab also displays (see "Smart Wizard Status Bar" on page 1-11) and the - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 21
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Attach the smooth side of the fastener to the back of your monitor, near the top for better reception. Figure 1-7 3. Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle and attach the USB cable to the adapter and the computer. 4. - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 22
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Monitoring Your Wireless Network and the Internet Connections The wireless-N USB adapter has indicators in three locations that show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet: • WNDA3100v2 icon. - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 23
: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Figure 1-10 If you clear the check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is disabled, and you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to open the Smart Wizard Settings tab. The - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 24
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Understanding the Status Bar (continued) Channel Data rate Signal strength Join a Network Connection status The wireless channel used by the network. If many wireless networks in your area use the same channel, they can - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 25
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in these two ways: • Select the Windows Start menu > All Programs > NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 Adapter program group > Uninstall NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 Software, - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 26
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-N USB adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network. During installation, if you selected the Custom Setup Type, and the Windows Utility radio button, the features described in this chapter will not be available. If this is the case, and you want to use the Smart Wizard - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 28
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Network Tab Field or Button Network Name (SSID) Channel N WPS Security Signal MAC Address Mode Help button Join a Network button Connect button Scan button Close button Description The name assigned to a wireless network. - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 29
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual To join a network: 1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. On the status bar, click Join a Network. 2. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router with WPS, it displays the WPS screen (Figure 2-3 on page 2-5). WPS - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 30
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • The computer with the wireless-N USB adapter must be running Windows XP, or Vista (32/64 bits). Notes: If you connect using WPS and later lose the settings, they can be restored by reconnecting using the WPS procedures - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 31
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Using a WPS Button to Connect to a Wireless Network To join a network using a push button: 1. Click the icon to open the Smart Wizard. On the status bar, click Join a Network. The adapter detects a network with WPS: Figure 2-3 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 32
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 7. Within 2 minutes, return to the wireless-N USB adapter. Either press the WPS button on your wireless-N USB adapter, or click the WPS button on the WNDA3100v2 Smart Wizard screen. Press to connect to a WPS-enabled Figure 2-4 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 33
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. On the status bar, click Join a Network (or click the Networks tab and select the network). The wireless-N USB adapter detects a network with WPS. Figure 2-5 3. To use a PIN, select No to avoid using a push button. Click - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 34
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Write down the generated PIN. Figure 2-7 - On the access point or router that you have selected, log in to the router or access point, then follow the prompts to enter the adapter's PIN. The router will connect to the adapter - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 35
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • New Profile. If you chose not to save a profile and have connected to a new wireless network, the Profiles field on the Settings screen shows New Profile. • SSID - WPS. When you use WPS to connect to a wireless network, this - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 36
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Enter the network settings. a. In the Network Type section, make sure that Access Point (Infrastructure) is selected. b. In the Profiles field, type a name for the profile. c. In the Network - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 37
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual To create an Ad Hoc mode profile: 1. Click the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-9 2. Enter the network settings. a. Select Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) for the network type. b. Select or - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 38
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual a. On the Windows taskbar, select Start > Run. Figure 2-10 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. A continuous ping will be - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 39
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 3. Click Initiate Ad Hoc. The Ad Hoc Setting screen displays: Figure 2-12 4. In the Start Ad Hoc drop-down list, select either 2.4GHz (802.11 b/g), or 5 GHz (802.11a) for your Ad Hoc computer-to-computer network. 5. In the - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 40
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 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 future reference. For an existing wireless network, the person who set up the network can - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 41
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security To configure WPA-PSK security: 1. Run the WNDA3100v2 Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the WNDA3100v2 software is installed and the wireless-N USB adapter is fully inserted in - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 42
Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual b. Click Apply, and then click Close to exit the Smart Wizard. Setting Up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP encryption security: 1. Run the WNDA3100v2 Smart Wizard. a. Make sure that the WNDA3100v2 software - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 43
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Note: Larger encryption keys require more access point and other 802.11b wireless devices. 5. Save your settings in a profile. a. Click the Save Profile button. All the configuration settings are saved in this profile. b. - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 44
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Table 1. Statistics Descriptions Label 1. Transmit/Receive Performance (%) 2. /s), total received packets, and reception errors. About Your Smart Wizard The About tab displays the current version information. Figure 2- - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 45
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual About Tab Field Device Regional Domain Driver version Driver Date MAC Address Smart Wireless Utility IP Address Version Date Description This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved channels for the - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 46
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 2-17 • 2.4GHz Preamble. An Auto setting might give slightly better performance. A Long setting might provide a more reliable connection or slightly longer range. • Transmit Power. Lowering the output power level lets - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 47
Performance This chapter explains how to use your wireless-N USB adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to maximize the performance of your wireless-N USB adapter within your network. Included are scenarios for setting up your network in a mixed use environment and - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 48
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Avoid windows unless communicating between buildings. Place wireless devices away from various electromagnetic noise sources, especially those in the 2400-2500 MHz frequency band. Common noise-creating sources are: - Computers - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 49
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 3-1 In planning your network, think about (upstream) than from the Internet (downstream). Keep in mind that when you connect to someone else who also has an asymmetrical connection, the data rate between your sites is - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 50
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Wireless A high-speed wireless router can provide a wireless data throughput of up to 300 Mbps using technology called multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO), in which multiple antennas transmit multiple streams of data. The - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 51
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Streaming HD video requires 10 a noisy link can cause problems. • Backing up computers Connection Gigabit Wired Ethernet RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N Powerline HD 100 Mbps Wired Ethernet 802.11g wireless 802.11b wireless 10 - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 52
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at http://www.netgear.com/support. Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Action The LED is not lit. The wireless-N USB adapter is not connected to the USB port correctly or the WNDA3100v2 software is not loaded. • Remove and reinsert the WNDA3100v2. • Check the Windows device manager to - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 54
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action I cannot connect to a router or access point. The router is available, and there is good signal strength. • If the router is WPA-PSK protected, you need the - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 55
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action How can I view the IP address for the wireless-N USB adapter? To view the wireless-N USB adapter IP address, click the WNDA3100v2 icon to open the Smart Wizard. - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 56
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual To delete Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Add/Remove Programs. 2. Select Windows XP Hotfix (SP2) Q815485, and then click Remove. • You might receive an error message that states that some - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 57
Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for the wireless-N USB adapter. Antenna Standards Radio Data Rate Frequency Power Emissions Bus interface Provided drivers Operating Environment Encryption Warranty - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 58
Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Factory Default Settings The following table lists the default settings of your wireless-N USB adapter. Feature Description Smart Wizard Wireless Wireless Communication Wireless Network Name (SSID) Security Enabled Enabled Any (will connect - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 59
a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities Application Note Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing: Wireless Communications: Preparing a Computer for Network Access: Virtual Private Networking - Netgear WNDA3100v2 | WNDA3100v2 User Manual - Page 60
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202-10426-02
June 2009
NETGEAR
, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual
Band Wireless-N USB
Adapter WNDA3100v2 User
Manual