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- Page 1 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Version v3 March 2005...
- Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
- Page 3 This device may not cause harmful interference This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Radio Frequency Interference Statement NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE...
- Page 4 Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
WG311v3 Default Wireless Configuration Settings ............2-2 Basic Installation Instructions ..................2-3 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG311v3 ............2-4 For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG311v3 ........2-8 WG311v3 Wireless Connection Indicators ..............2-11 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors ..............2-12 Basic Troubleshooting Tips ...................2-12... - Page 6 To Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network ..........3-7 Enabling Wireless Security Features ................3-7 Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings ...3-8 To Configure WEP Encryption Security ..............3-9 Statistics Tab Page ....................3-11 Advanced Settings Page ..................3-12 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics...
- Page 7 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000 ........... C-11 Glossary List of Glossary Terms ....................D-1 Index Contents...
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Page 9: Introduction
802.11g WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter. About the WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter The NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 gives you flexibility to install the PC in the most convenient location available. The WG311v3 frees you from traditional Ethernet wiring that is limited by cabling requirements. -
Page 10: What's In The Box
• Warranty card • 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. Introduction... -
Page 11: A Road Map For 'How To Get There From Here
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ The introduction and adoption of any new technology can be a difficult process. Wireless technology has removed one of the barriers to networking—running wires. It allows more people to try networking, while at the same time exposes them to the inherent complexity of networking. - Page 12 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Table 1-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? Protect my To learn about wireless 1.
- Page 13 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Table 1-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? Exchange files For assistance with Windows 1.
- Page 14 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Table 1-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I? Use printers in a Windows Domain settings are 1.
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Page 15: Basic Setup
WLAN where you will connect before you can configure your wireless pc adapter and connect. Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3, please make sure that these minimum requirements have been met: ®... -
Page 16: Observe Location And Range Guidelines
Computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks indoors at a range which varies significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as: •... -
Page 17: Basic Installation Instructions
Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): ANY — a special name which indicates the first available network will be used Note: In order for the WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID). -
Page 18: For Windows Xp Users Installing A Wg311V3
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 For Windows XP Users Installing a WG311v3 Install the WG311v3 software. a. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Resource CD into your CD drive. - Page 19 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Install the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3. a. Shut down the PC and remove the power cord. Insert the WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to the up position.
- Page 20 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Configure your WG311v3 and save the Profile. a. Click the system tray icon to open the WG311v3 Smart Wizard Wireless Assistant. The Settings page opens. b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network.
- Page 21 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. a. Click the WG311v3 icon in the Windows system tray to open the wizard. Note: You can use the Networks tab to verify the availability of wireless networks and their SSIDs.
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Page 22: For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing A Wg311V3
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG311v3 Install the WG311v3 software. Note: Windows 2000 may require you to be logged on with administrator rights. a. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. - Page 23 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Install the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3. a. Shut down the PC and remove the power cord. Insert the WG311v3 Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot. b. Reconnect the power cord and reboot the computer.
- Page 24 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Configure your WG311v3 and save the Profile. a. Click the system tray icon to open the WG311v3 Smart Wizard Wireless Assistant. The Settings page opens. b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network.
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Page 25: Wg311V3 Wireless Connection Indicators
2-12. WG311v3 Wireless Connection Indicators The NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 SysTray icon, which is on the System Tray portion of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop, is an indicator that gives you feedback on the status of your wireless connection. The color of the SysTray icon indicates the status of the connection. -
Page 26: Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors The System Tray (SysTray) resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. Color Condition Description The wireless PCI Adapter has The wireless PCI Adapter is not able to link to any other no connection to any other wireless node or the link is lost. -
Page 27: About Page
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 About Page The About page displays important information about the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3. Figure 2-1: About page The About page shows the following information: • Regional Domain: This is the region setting for the wireless adapter. The approved channels for this region are automatically scanned. - Page 28 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 2-14 Basic Setup...
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Page 29: Configuration
Configuration This section describes how to configure your NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 for wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the data security encryption features. Note: The instructions in this section refer to the NETGEAR WG311v3 configuration utility. -
Page 30: Networks Tab Page
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 There are two types of wireless network connections you can configure: • Infrastructure Mode — uses the 802.11 infrastructure mode. • Ad-Hoc Mode — uses the 802.11 ad-hoc mode For more information on 802.11 wireless network modes, see “Wireless Networking Overview”... -
Page 31: Connecting To An Access Point In Infrastructure Mode
4. The highlighted SSID is the one currently connected. Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode This section provides instructions for configuring the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 to connect to a wireless access point. To Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile Follow the instructions below to configure an infrastructure mode profile for connecting to an access point. -
Page 32: Connecting To Another Pc In Ad Hoc Mode
C-1. Connecting to Another PC in Ad Hoc Mode The computer-to-computer setting of the WG311v3 uses Ad-Hoc mode. Ad-Hoc mode is an 802.11 networking framework in which devices or computers communicate directly with each other, without the use of an access point. For example, this mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with file and print sharing enabled and you want to exchange files directly between them. -
Page 33: To Configure An Ad Hoc Mode Profile
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 To Configure an Ad Hoc Mode Profile Note: Ad-Hoc mode will not work using DHCP settings. Ad-Hoc mode requires either static IP addresses (such as or other appropriate Windows networking configuration 192.168.0.1) - Page 34 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 3. Configure the PC network settings. a. Configure each PC with either a static IP address or with the IPX protocol. Note: For instructions on configuring static IP addresses or the IPX protocol, refer to the networking tutorial on your NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3...
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Page 35: To Start A Computer-To-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network
“Authentication and WEP” on page B-2. In addition to the WG311v3 wireless security features, you should also configure appropriate LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared resources in your network. -
Page 36: Identifying The Wireless Network Name (Ssid) And Wep Security Settings
• Wireless Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. ANY is the default WG311v3 wireless network name (SSID). You can customize it using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below. -
Page 37: To Configure Wep Encryption Security
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 To Configure WEP Encryption Security Following the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WG311v3 Configuration Utility. Click the WG311v3 icon in the Windows system tray and the Settings tab page opens Figure 3-5: Settings tab page 2. - Page 38 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices are: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys require more processing and may slow the communications response times.
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Page 39: Statistics Tab Page
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Statistics Tab Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 3-6: Statistics tab page • Transmit/Receive Performance (%): A real time graph identifying the Total, Receive, and Transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible. -
Page 40: Advanced Settings Page
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Advanced Settings Page Generally, the Advanced settings should not require adjustment. Except for the power saving setting, changing any of the settings incorrectly on this page could cause your wireless connection to fail. -
Page 41: Technical Specifications
Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Antennae 2 Integrated internal diversity antennae Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) Frequency 2.4GHz to 2.5GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation) - Page 42 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Technical Specifications...
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Page 43: Wireless Networking Basics
Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard for wireless LANs (WLANs) and a product update will bring the WG311v3 into conformance to the 802.11g standard when it is ratified. On an 802.11b or g wireless link, data is encoded using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and is transmitted in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz. -
Page 44: Ad-Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Ad-Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) In an ad-hoc network, computers are brought together as needed; thus, there is no structure or fixed points to the network - each node can generally communicate with any other node. There is no Access Point involved in this configuration. -
Page 45: 802.11 Authentication
The 802.11 standard defines several services that govern how two 802.11 devices communicate. The following events must occur before an 802.11 Station can communicate with an Ethernet network through an access point such as the one built in to the WG311v3: 1. Turn on the wireless station. -
Page 46: Shared Key Authentication
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 802.11b Authentication Open System Steps Access Point 1) Authentication request sent to AP IN TER N ET W LA N LO CA L MODEL FVM318 2) AP authenticates Cable/DSL ProSafeWirelessVPN Security Firewall... -
Page 47: Overview Of Wep Parameters
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 802.11 Authentication Shared Key Steps 1) Authentication Access Point (AP) request sent to AP IN TER N ET W LA N LO CA L MODEL FVM318 2) AP sends challenge text... -
Page 48: Key Size
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Key Size The IEEE 802.11 standard supports two types of WEP encryption: 40-bit and 128-bit. The 64-bit WEP data encryption method, allows for a five-character (40-bit) input. Additionally, 24 factory-set bits are added to the forty-bit input to generate a 64-bit encryption key. (The 24 factory-set bits are not user-configurable). -
Page 49: Wireless Channels
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Whatever keys you enter for an AP, you must also enter the same keys for the client adapter in the same order. In other words, WEP key 1 on the AP must match WEP key 1 on the client adapter, WEP key 2 on the AP must match WEP key 2 on the client adapter, etc. - Page 50 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Table 3-1. 802.11b and g Radio Frequency Channels Channel Center Frequency Frequency Spread 2462 MHz 2449.5 MHz - 2474.5 MHz 2467 MHz 2454.5 MHz - 2479.5 MHz 2472 MHz 2459.5 MHz - 2484.5 MHz Note: The available channels supported by the wireless products in various countries are different.
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Page 51: Preparing Your Pcs For Network Access
Preparing Your PCs for Network Access This appendix describes how to prepare your PCs to connect to the Internet through the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3. For adding file and print sharing to your network, please consult the Windows help information included with the version of Windows installed on each computer on your network. -
Page 52: Install Or Verify Windows Networking Components
2. Double-click the Network icon. The Network window opens, which displays a list of installed components: You must have an Ethernet adapter or an WG311v3, the TCP/IP protocol, and the Client for Microsoft Networks. Note: It is not necessary to remove any other network components shown in the Network window in order to install the adapter, TCP/IP, or Client for Microsoft Networks. -
Page 53: Enabling Dhcp To Automatically Configure Tcp/Ip Settings In Windows 98Se And Me
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 a. Click the Add button. b. Select Client, and then click Add. c. Select Microsoft. d. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. If you need to add File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks: a. - Page 54 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Verify the following settings as shown: • Client for Microsoft Network exists • Ethernet adapter is present • TCP/IP is present • Primary Network Logon is set to Windows logon Click on the Properties button.
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Page 55: Selecting The Internet Access Method
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 By default, the IP Address tab is open on this window. • Verify the following: Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. If not selected, click in the radio button to the left of it to select it. -
Page 56: Configuring Windows 2000 Or Xp For Tcp/Ip Networking
3. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated to show your settings, which should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: •... -
Page 57: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp Or 2000
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or 2000 You will find there are many similarities in the procedures for different Windows systems when using DHCP to configure TCP/IP. The following steps will walk you through the configuration process for each of these versions of Windows. - Page 58 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Now you should be at the Local Area Network Connection Status window. This box displays the connection status, duration, speed, and activity statistics. Administrator logon access rights are needed to use this window.
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Page 59: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows 2000
Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Verify that Obtain an IP address automatically radio button is selected and that the Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button is selected. • Click the OK button. This completes the DHCP configuration in Windows XP. - Page 60 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 The Local Area Connection Properties dialog box appears. Verify that you have the correct Ethernet card selected in the Connect using: box and that the following two items are displayed and selected in the box of “Components...
- Page 61 3. Type ipconfig /all Your IP Configuration information will be listed, and should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: • The IP address is between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 •...
- Page 62 Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 C-12 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access...
- Page 63 Glossary List of Glossary Terms Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE 802.3 specification for 100 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 802.11b IEEE specification for wireless networking at 11 Mbps using direct-sequence spread-spectrum (DSSS) technology and operating in the unlicensed radio spectrum at 2.4GHz.
- Page 64 .com, .edu, .uk, etc. For example, in the address mail.NETGEAR.com, mail is a server name and NETGEAR.com is the domain. Short for digital subscriber line, but is commonly used in reference to the asymmetric version of this technology (ADSL) that allows data to be sent over existing copper telephone lines at data rates of from 1.5...
- Page 65 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Short for Internetwork Packet Exchange, a networking protocol used by the Novell NetWare operating systems. Like UDP/IP, IPX is a datagram protocol used for connectionless communications. Higher-level protocols, such as SPX and NCP, are used for additional error recovery services.
- Page 66 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 packet A block of information sent over a network. A packet typically contains a source and destination network address, some protocol and length information, a block of data, and a checksum.
- Page 67 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 wide area network WAN. A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks. The Internet is a large WAN. Wi-Fi A trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group promoting interoperability among...
- Page 68 Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless PCI Adapter WG311v3 Glossary...
- Page 69 Index Numerics 802.11b B-1 Networks Tab page 3-2 access point Open System authentication B-2 infrastructure mode 3-3 operating modes 2-2 ad hoc mode 3-4, B-2 configuring a profile 3-5 starting a network 3-7 power saving 3-12 advanced settings 3-12 Shared Key authentication B-2 BSSID B-2 SSID 1-3, 2-3, B-2 Statistics tab page 3-11...
- Page 70 wireless connection indicators 2-11, 2-12 default configuration settings 2-2 location and range guidelines 2-2 Wireless Ethernet B-1 wireless network name 1-3 wireless security configuring WEP 3-9 enabling 3-7, 3-8 Index-2...