Technical Support - NETGEAR RangeMax WN111v2 Installation Manual

Using the Status Bar
1. For connection details, check the status bar, located at the bottom of the Settings tab.
Security
Wireless
network
Join a Network Connection status
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.
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Connection
status
2. When you are finished reviewing the Settings tab, click Close.
You can use the icon
information about all settings available for your wireless adapter, refer to the
Channel
Data rate 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
Signal
the USB cable to extend the range and obtain better wireless reception. Use the USB
strength
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 loop-
and-hook fastener on the side or back of
your monitor near the top for better
reception.
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.
at any later time to access your adapter settings. For
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.
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