Netgear WN111v2 WN111v2 Installation Guide - Page 2

Using the Status Bar 1. For connection details, check the status bar, located at the bottom of the Settings tab. Security Channel Data rate Wireless network Join a Network Connection status Signal strength Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you have joined. Security • A closed lock indicates that security is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open network without wireless security. Channel The wireless channel used by the network. If many wireless networks in your area use the same channel, they can interfere with one another. Data rate Wireless data rate measured in Megabits per second. To optimize wireless data rate, connect to a network with a high-speed router or access point and a high-speed Internet connection. Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. Usually, you experience higher throughput when the signal is strongest. Join a Network Click Join a Network to start the Connection Wizard. May 2008 Connection status Understanding the Status Bar (continued) The status of your network connection. • Connected to Internet. The wireless Internet connection is OK. • Connected to Router. The wireless connection to the router is OK, but the router is not connected to the Internet. • 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to the router is OK, but there is a problem with the router. See the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the Resource CD. 2. When you are finished reviewing the Settings tab, click Close. You can use the icon at any later time to access your adapter settings. For information about all settings available for your wireless adapter, refer to the NETGEAR RangeMax™ Wireless-N USB 2.0 Adapter WN111v2 User Manual on the Resource CD. Using the USB Cable and Cradle You can attach the wireless USB adapter directly to a USB port on your computer, or use the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception. Use the USB cable, plastic cradle, and loop-and-hook fastener for better adapter placement on a computer monitor. 1. Attach the first fastener. The wireless USB adapter comes with three black fasteners. Locate the one with a prickly side, and attach it to the plastic cradle on the middle of the outside rear.Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle. 2. Connect the USB cable. 3. Place the other fasteners. Place one of the other pieces of loopand-hook fastener on the side or back of your monitor near the top for better reception. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to the monitor. Technical Support After completing the Smart Wizard configuration assistant, locate the serial number on the bottom label of your product, and use it to register your product at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. Registration on the website or over the phone is required before you can use our telephone support service. The phone numbers for worldwide regional customer support centers are on the Warranty and Support Information card that came with your product. Go to http://www.netgear.com/support for product updates and Web support. Attention: When you configure the wireless settings of this device, please make sure to select the correct country settings. Due to EU law, the country settings must be identical to the country where the device is operating. This symbol was placed in accordance with the European Union Directive 2002/96 on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE Directive). If disposed of within the European Union, this product should be treated and recycled in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction implementing the WEEE Directive. © 2008 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR logo are registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice.