NETGEAR WG111T User Manual
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- Page 1 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10056-03 February 2007...
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Page 2: Technical Support
Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WG111T has been tested and complies with the specifications for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. - Page 3 être placé loin des fenêtres afin de fournir un écran de blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d’émission) est installé à l’extérieur, il doit faire l’objet d’une licence.” Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity A printed copy of the EU Declaration of Conformity certificate for this product is provided in the WG111T product package. Èesky NETGEAR, Inc.
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- Page 5 NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter vakuuttaa täten että NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter att denna [utrustningstyp] står I överensstämmelse med WG111T February 2007 Wirless Adapter NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T Home English 202-10056-03 v2.0, February 2007...
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
WG111T Icon Colors ...1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar ...1-8 WG111T LED ...1-9 Placing the USB Adapter Cradle ...1-10 Removing the WG111T Software ... 1-11 Upgrading the WG111T Software ... 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility ...2-1 Understanding the Smart Wizard ...2-2... - Page 8 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection ...2-9 Wireless Security ...2-10 Using Wireless Security Features ...2-10 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings ... 2-11 Setting up WEP Encryption Security ...2-12 Setting up WPA2-PSK Security ...2-13 Setting up WPA-PSK Security ...2-14 Advanced Settings ...2-16 Statistics Page ...2-16 About Page ...2-17...
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Page 9: About This Manual
The NETGEAR ® 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. -
Page 10: How To Use This Manual
User Manual for the NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WG111T.asp. - Page 11 User Manual for the NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T – 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.
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Page 13: Basic Setup
300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an available USB 2.0 or 1.1 port. Note: If you do not have a USB 2.0 port on your PC, the throughput of the WG111T will be limited to the 14 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard. -
Page 14: Observe Wireless Location And Range Guidelines
Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which vary significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as: •... -
Page 15: What Is In The Box
• Warranty and Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair. WG111T Default Wireless Settings If this is a new wireless network installation, use the factory default settings to set up the network and verify wireless connectivity. -
Page 16: Installation
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Installation The instructions in this chapter explain how to install the WG111T to connect to a network with an access point or router. Wireless security, advanced settings, and Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) instructions are covered in Chapter 2, “Network Connections and Wireless... - Page 17 2. Now, connect the wireless USB adapter. Figure 1-2 a. Locate an available USB port on your PC. Connect the USB cable to the WG111T and insert the other end of the cable into the USB slot on your PC. See Adapter Cradle”...
- Page 18 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a network (recommended). Figure 1-3 c. Click Next to accept. 4. Connect to a wireless network. a. Select the wireless network from the drop-down list, and the wizard records your choice.
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Page 19: Connecting To Wireless Networks And The Internet
Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the WG111T is limited to that port’s maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. The WG111T has indicators in three locations that show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet: •... -
Page 20: Wg111T Icon Colors
USB adapter is looking for a network association. WG111T Icon Colors The WG111T icon is on the desktop and in the Windows System Tray (SysTray). The System Tray resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. -
Page 21: Smart Wizard Status Bar
Throughput Wireless throughput measured in Mega bits per second. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the WG111T is limited to that port’s maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. Signal strength More dots indicates a stronger signal. -
Page 22: Wg111T Led
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T 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. -
Page 23: Removing The Wg111T Software
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual 3. Place one of the other pieces of loop and hook fastener on the back of your monitor near the top for better reception. Figure 1-9 Note: The last piece of the fastener can be placed on the side of your PC monitor nearest your wireless access point, if you are using the USB Adapter with a desktop PC. -
Page 24: Upgrading The Wg111T Software
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Upgrading the WG111T 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. -
Page 25: Network Connections And Wireless Security
Smart Wizard, then you need to disable the Windows utility. If you are working with the Vista configuration utility, see the online document: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility To disable the Windows Zero Configuration utility: 1. -
Page 26: Understanding The Smart Wizard
Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WG111T Smart Wizard to change the WG111 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter wireless settings. When you have installed the software from the NETGEAR CD, the desktop and in the Windows System Tray. - Page 27 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual You can click a column heading to sort. If many networks use the same channel they can interfere with each other. The Status bar shows your network connection and Internet connection.
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Page 28: Finding A Network
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Finding a Network During the WG111T 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 the one that you want to use. -
Page 29: Profiles
The Smart Wizard initiates your wireless connection. You can use the Status Bar to verify your network connection. For more information, see Profiles The WG111T Smart Wizard uses profiles to store all the settings for a particular wireless network. There are two special profile names: Default and Profile. •... -
Page 30: Setting Up A Profile To Connect To An Access Point Or Router
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the WG111 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter to connect to a wireless access point or router. -
Page 31: Setting Up A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual 4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network. Use a browser to connect to the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network. You can check the status bar in the Smart Wizard for the current connection status. - Page 32 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual 2. Enter the network settings. a. Select Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) for the Network Type. b. Select or enter the Network Name (SSID) for the Ad Hoc network. c. In the Profile box, type the name of the profile.
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Page 33: Starting A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T 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 c. This will cause a continuous ping to be sent to the device with the 192.168.0.1 static IP address. -
Page 34: Wireless Security
Smart Wizard detects it. Before you can use that network you must set up the WG111T with exactly the same kind of wireless security settings. The main types of wireless security used for home networks are: •... -
Page 35: Wireless Network Name (Ssid) And Security Settings
• Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. Any (First available network) is the default WG111T wireless network name (SSID). You may customize it using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below. -
Page 36: Setting Up Wep Encryption Security
Setting up WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WG111T Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the WG111T software is installed and the WG111T is connected to the USB port in your computer. b. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. -
Page 37: Setting Up Wpa2-Psk Security
Setting up WPA2-PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA2-PSK Security. 1. Run the WG111T Smart Wizard. a. Make sure the WG111T software is installed and the WG111T is fully inserted in a USB port in your computer. b. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. -
Page 38: Setting Up Wpa-Psk Security
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual 2. Configure the Security settings. Figure 2-10 a. In the Profile box, select the profile or type in a profile name. b. In the Network Name (SSID) field select the network, or enter the SSID. - Page 39 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual a. Make sure the WG111T software is installed and the WG111T is fully inserted in a USB port in your computer. b. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. The Settings tab page opens.
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Page 40: Advanced Settings
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Advanced Settings The Advanced Settings should normally work in their default settings. On the Settings tab click the Advanced Settings button to display the dialog box shown below: Figure 2-12... -
Page 41: About Page
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual • Transmit, Receive, and Total (TxRx): Radio buttons let you select whether to display the transmit performance, the receive performance, or both in the same graph. • Transmit Statistics: Identifies transmit megabits per second (Mbps), transmit packets per second (Tx Packets/s), total transmitted packets, and transmit errors. - Page 42 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual • MAC Address: The MAC address of the adapter. The Media Access Control address is a unique 48-bit hardware address assigned to every network interface card. Some wireless networks will restrict access based on a list of known MAC addresses. If you are communicating with such a network, you would have to provide the address shown here to the network administrator before you would be allowed to connect.
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Page 43: Troubleshooting
This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T. For information about connecting to wireless networks and the Internet, see “Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet” in Chapter Troubleshooting Tips Use the information below to solve common problems you may encounter. Also, refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. - Page 44 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Table 3-1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Throughput is only 54 Mbps or only 14 Mbps. The Smart Wizard keeps asking me to save settings. Two WG111T icons are in the system tray.
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Page 45: Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly
NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly You must 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). - Page 46 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual v2.0, February 2007...
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Page 47: Technical Specifications
This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T. Antennae 1 Integrated internal antenna Standards 802.11g, 802.11b Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, and 108 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) Frequency 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation... - Page 48 NETGEAR 108 Mpbs Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG111T User Manual v2.0, February 2007...
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Page 49: Appendix B Related Documents
This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link Windows XP and Vista http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/ Wireless Configuration index.htm Utilities Internet Networking and http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm TCP/IP Addressing Wireless Communications http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm...