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1. m Network Name SSID l Signal to specify the wireless security m Hidden Network if used and to create a profile PT NETOEARI23 a9 F wag102 a9 F i Ve Wa SC eenaNy Cue erie Finish router is on Figure 4 1 The Smart Wizard initiates your wireless connection You can use the Status Bar to verify your network connection For more information see The Smart Wizard Status Bar on page 9 4 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Profiles The WPNT511 Smart Wizard uses profiles to store all the settings for a particular wireless network There are two special profile names Default and Profile Default The Profile named Default automatically scans for any available network You cannot change this profile name Profile If you do not enter a name in the Profile Name box then the name Profile is used to save your settings If you do this more than once then you will be asked if you want to replace the previous settings stored in Profile Adding Profiles You can store multiple profiles and recall the one which matches the network you want to join If you use your computer to connect to different wireless networks you can create a profile for each wireless network Then you can easily load the profile that has all the settings that you need to join the network you are using at the time Th
2. 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 For best results avoid potential sources of interference such as e Large metal surfaces e Microwaves e 2 4 GHz Cordless phones In general wireless devices can communicate through walls However if the walls are constructed with concrete or have metal or metal mesh the effective range will decrease if such materials are between the devices Infrastructure and Ad Hoc Modes The WPNTS511 Wireless Notebook Adapter like all 802 11b g adapters can operate in the following two modes e Access Point Infrastructure An 802 11 networking framework in which devices and computers communicate with each other by first going through an access point AP For example this mode is used when computers in a house connect to an AP that is attached to a router which lets multiple computers share a single Cable or DSL broadband Internet connection e Computer to Computer Ad Hoc An 802 11 networking framework in which devices or computers communicate directly with each other without the use of an access point For example Ad Hoc mode is used when two Windows computers are configured with file and print sharing enabled and you want to exchange files directly between them The instructions in this chapter are for an Access Point Infrastructure installation Wireless security advanced settings and Computer to Computer Ad Hoc instructions are covered in Chapter 4 Network Connections and Wirel
3. 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 The WPNT511 Smart Wizard keeps asking me to save my settings This is because you have made changes to the settings and the Smart Wizard is offering you the chance to save the changes If you want to avoid these Profile setting prompts simply click Apply before you close the Smart Wizard Ad Hoc mode is not working correctly You need to 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 Select the Computer to Computer Ad Hoc Network Type Click Initiate Ad Hoc Accept the default settings or make your changes and click OK Click Apply m eop p Note Be sure all computers in your Ad Hoc network are configured with static IP addresses in the same subnet How to use XP s own Wireless configuration utility that comes with Windows XP During the WPNT511 software installation the wizard prompts you to choose either the NETGEAR Smart Wizard or the Windows configuration utility Be sure the WPNTS511 is in the CardBus slot in the laptop computer and follow these instructions to change your selection 1 Go to Control Panel and select Network Connections 2 Right click on the connection and select Properties 3 Click the Wireless Networks tab 4 Select or clear the WPNT511 Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box Did the WPNT511 card receive a valid IP address from th
4. NETGEAR X Disable Advanced Settings WPA PSKITKIF C WEP r Network Type e h Passe e cg Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase 4 Bit Computer to Computer Ad Hoc CE TEN m NETGEAR 00 0F B5 CC 02 80 Close Help Find a Network Apply Cancel Close Figure 4 4 c Select Computer to Computer Ad Hoc for the Network Type d Select or enter the Network Name SSID for the Ad Hoc network e In the Profile box type the name of the profile f Click Apply 2 Save your settings in a Profile a Click the Save Profile button All the configuration settings are saved in this profile b Click Apply c Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard or Cancel to return to the previous settings 4 6 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 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 refer to the networking tutorial on your NETGEAR Resource CD b Restart the PCs 4 Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices Verify connectivity by using the Ping program a On the Windows taskbar click the Start Run 2 x button and then click Run Type the name of a program folder document or gt Internet resource and Windows will open it For yo
5. User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 NETGEAR NETGEAR Inc 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara CA 95054 USA 202 10137 01 October 2005 Technical Support Please refer to the support information card that shipped with your product By registering your product at http www netgear com register we can provide you with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades NETGEAR INC Support Information Phone 1 888 NETGEAR for US amp Canada only For other countries see your Support information card E mail support netgear com Web site http www netgear com Statement of Conditions 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 2005 NETGEAR Inc NETGEAR the NETGEAR logo RangeMax The Gear Guy and Everybody s Connecting are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR Inc in the United States and or other countries Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation 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
6. C Enter Key Manually ij ngla 00 0F 65 92 03 1D M Signal Apply Cancel Close Figure 3 11 3 8 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 3 Use the status bar to verify your wireless connectivity For more information about connecting see Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet on page 3 9 Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet The WPNTS511 has indicators in three locations that show the status of your connection to a wireless network and to the Internet e WPNTS11 Icon After you install the WPNT511 software the G icon appears on the desktop and in the lower right of the Windows task bar It is color coded to show the status of the connection See The Smart Wizard Status Bar on page 3 9 e Smart Wizard Status Bar Clicking on the system tray icon opens the Smart Wizard The status bar at the bottom of the page shows details about your wireless and Internet connection WPNT511 Wireless Notebook Adapter LEDs The two LEDs on the wireless card show the speed of the network connection The Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the sWPNT511 icon to open the Smart Wizard so you can view the status bar The Smart Wizard Settings page opens NETGEAR 00 14 6C 19 C2 18 Help Find a Network signal strength Ch 6 Signel TTTTTT E connection status Router Internet Unlocked Network does not u
7. 1D Access Point 00 0F B5 CA 85 63 Access Point 22 22 44 44 33 33 Access Point I NETGEAR123 00 0F B5 00 14 E0 Access Point Top G7 00 0D 88 56 7D B1 Access Point pn Blane A wwe Maint annn amarna Scan Status Scan Completed Scanning s sonny Unknown Signal Help Find a Network Connect Scan Figure 4 12 Buttons At the bottom of the screen are the following buttons e Help Display online help e Find a Network Use the wizard to help you connect to a network See Finding a Network on page 4 2 e Connect Connect to the network that you selected e Scan Check for wireless networks in your area e Close Close the window for the Wizard The screen also shows the following information for each network scanned e Network Name SSID The name assigned to a wireless network This is the same as the SSID or ESSID Wireless access points in hidden networks do not broadcast their SSID For hidden networks the SSID field is blank but the rest of the network information is shown 4 16 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e Channel The channel determines which operating frequency will be used e Security Identifies whether the wireless network uses WEP WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK security settings e Signal Identifies the signal strength of the communications e MAC Address Identifies the hardwar
8. 2 Wireless networking accordingly information 2 Setup wireless equipment such as the theft security for WPNT511 that supports these your WPNT511 security features to match the network 3 Use Windows security features Introduction Chapter 2 3 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Table 2 1 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here Whatbolbe What s Needed If Want To Note Secure Internet sites such as banks and online merchants use encryption security built into browsers like Internet Explorer and Netscape Any wireless networking security features you implement are in addition to those already in place on secure Internet sites Connect tothe 41 Activate my 1 An Internet service such as To use your WPNTS11 in Internet over my wireless link cable modem or DSL Infrastructure Mode see Basic wireless and verify my 2 A network with a wireless Setup on page 3 1 and locate network network router or access point the section for your version of connection connected to the cable DSL Windows 2 Open an modem To set up a Profile see Internet 3 TCP IP Internet networking Profiles on page 4 3 browser such software installed and For TCP IP See the Web link to as Internet configured on your PC based Internet Networking and TCP IP Explorer or on the requirements of the Addressing on page B 1 Netsc
9. For example if WEP is used then you need to know the WEP key If you use secure networks frequently set up profiles for each network with the wireless network and security settings Follow the steps below to Find a Network 1 Use the D icon to open the Smart Wizard NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Ar The Settings tab page opens Network Name SSID Channel Security Mode a Access Point 2 Click the Networks tab P NETGEAR BG WRAPSK Access Point PW nglan 11G WEP 99 00 0F B5 92 C3 1D Access Point oy Y2 wag102 16 WEP 99 00 0F B5 CA 85 63 Access Point 3 Click the Find a Network ba i 4 G None 99 2222 44 44 33 33 Access Point OP NETGEARI23 6 G WEP 99 00 0F B5 00 14 E0 Access Point button Pt Top_G 7 G WEP 99 00 0D 88 56 7D B1 Access Point Conga pim Bian anne AA APIA Anam nn Manat bd lt gt Scan Status Scan Completed 4 Select a network from the drop down list If you select a hidden network then you must enter the SSID Click Next NETGEAR Wireless Adapter Scanning NETGEAR MART WIZARD Connecting to your wireless network Help Find a Network Available wireless networks are listed below Select a wireless network from 1 Selecting Network the list and click Next 5 Follow the steps of the wizard
10. PSK the other devices in the network will not connect unless they are set to WPA PSK as well and are configured with the correct Passphrase Use the procedures below to set up basic security settings in the WPNT511 4 10 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 WEP Encryption Security Follow the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security 1 Run the WPNT511 Smart Wizard a Make sure the WPNT511 software is installed and the WPNT511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your laptop computer b Use the Ps icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings tab page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax T M 240 Wireless Notebook Av Profiles Home profile Sd Save Profile Delete Profile Network Name SSID a Security NETGEAR123 X C Disable Advanced Settings s i zi WEP Network Type Create with Passphras ics cq Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase Computer to Computer Ad Hoc Enter Key Manually S LX NETGEAR123 00 0F B5 00 14 E0 Help Find a Network Figure 4 8 2 Configure the Security settings a Inthe Profile box select the profile or type in a profile name b Inthe Network Name SSID field select the network or enter the SS
11. Packets s total transmitted packets and transmit errors e Receive Statistics Identifies receive megabits per second Mbps receive packets per second Rx Packets s total received packets and reception errors About Page The About page displays the current software version information NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics N E T G E A R Selected Adapter MAE E AN T Device Regional Domain United States Driver Version 2 0 0 320 Firmware Version 2 2 0 0 Driver Date Oct 14 2005 MAC Address 00 0F B5 DB 80 F2 IP Address 192 168 1 100 Smart Wireless Utility Version Oct 18 2005 Signal Figure 4 14 The following information is displayed in the About page e Regional Domain This is the region setting for the wireless adapter The approved channels for the region are automatically scanned Governments regulate the channels used for wireless transmission Operating the wireless adapter in a different region may violate local laws e Driver Version The wireless adapter driver version e Firmware Version The wireless adapter firmware version e Driver Date The wireless adapter driver release date 4 18 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e MAC Address The MAC address of the adapter The Media Access Control addre
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13. http documentation netgear com reference enu wireless index htm http documentation netgear com reference enu wsdhcp index htm http documentation netgear com reference enu vpn index htm http documentation netgear com reference enu glossary index htm Appendix B 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Appendix B 2 Related Documents v1 0 October 2005
14. laptop computer 4 12 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 b Use the D icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings tab page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook A_v Profiles WPA2 v __ Seve Profie_ Delete Profile Network Name SSID fi Security NETGEAR hidden ies Advanced Settings WPA2 PSKIAES v WEP Network Type e g Kp Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase Computer to Computer Ad Hoc C 8 SS M d4 Apply Cancel Close Figure 4 9 2 Configure the Security settings a Inthe Profile box select the profile or type in a profile name b Inthe Network Name SSID field select the network or enter the SSID Note You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID ae matches exactly what is configured in the access point c Inthe Security section select WPA2 PSK AES For more information about WPA2 PSK security see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 3 Save your settings in a Profile a Click the Save Profile button All the configuration settings are saved in this profile b Click Apply c Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard Network Connections and Wireless Security
15. the wireless security features networks should use LAN network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared resources in the network The procedures below explain how to configure the wireless encryption settings of your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNTS511 Using Wireless Security Features You can strengthen the security of your wireless connection by enabling Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP encryption of the wireless data communications Or you can use WPA PSK Wi Fi Protected Access Pre Shared Key encryption For more information about wireless security see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 In addition to the WPNT511 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 The procedures below show how to set up the WEP encryption settings of your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNTS511 Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 9 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Wireless Network Name SSID and Security Settings Print this form fill in the configuration parameters and put it in a safe place for possible future reference For an existing wireless network the person who set up the network will be able to provide this informa
16. 4 13 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 WPA PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA PSK Security 1 Run the WPNT511 Smart Wizard a Make sure the WPNT511 software is installed and the WPNT511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your laptop computer b Use the Ps icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings tab page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings l Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook A Profiles New profile a Save Profile Network Name SSID fa Security NETGEAR hidden X C Disable E 7 Advanced Settings WPA PSKITKIP WEP Ce g p Access Point Infrastructure Passphase jme Computer to Computer Ad Hoc C Network Type in Help Find a Network Apply Cancel Close Figure 4 10 2 Configure the Security settings 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 Note You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is configured in the access point c Inthe Security section select WPA PSK TKIP For more information on WPA security see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 4 14 Network Connections an
17. 40 Wireless Notebook Adapter main page does not appear double click NE TGE ar 5 moet autorun exe on the CD i EAE EE b Click the Install Software link and the Smart Wizard starts Install Software View Install Guide c Follow the Wizard steps and click Next to continue View User Manual Online Support d When the Installation Complete L Install Acrobat message appears click Next Quit Figure 3 7 3 6 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 2 Now insert the wireless notebook adapter METeran Wireless Adapter NETGEAR a When prompted insert your wireless Matt WIEARD notebook adapter Insert the Wireless PC Card into your laptop Click Next to continue Note You should leave your computer on while you insert the card Figure 3 8 b You will be prompted to let the wizard j RRR help you connect to a network NETGEAR recommended SMART WIZARD Connecting to your wireless network Available wireless networks are listed below Select a wireless network from 1 Selecting Network c Click Next to accept the list and click Next P NETGEAR123 P wag102 Note Ifyou do not see your network name please make sure your wireless router is on Figure 3 9 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 d Select the wireless networ
18. ID Note You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is configured in the access point c Inthe Security section select WEP Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 11 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 3 Select the WEP encryption strength you will use The choices are e 64 bit WEP data encryption e 128 bit WEP data encryption Note Larger encryption keys require more processing and may slow the communications response times 4 Select Create with Passphrase and enter the passphrase The configuration utility will automatically generate the WEP keys Note The characters are case sensitive Be sure to use the same passphrase for all the wireless devices in the network If the passphrase method is not available in the other devices you must manually enter the keys to match exactly what is in the access point and other 802 11b g 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 Click Apply c Click Close to exit the configuration utility WPA2 PSK Security Follow the steps below to configure WPA2 PSK Security 1 Run the WPNT511 Smart Wizard a Make sure the WPNT511 software is installed and the WPNT511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your
19. Inthe Network Type section be sure that Access Point Infrastructure is selected b In the Profile box type the name of the profile c Inthe Network Name SSID field select a network or enter the SSID Note You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly the SSID used by the access point 3 Save your settings in a Profile a Click the Save Profile button All the configuration settings are saved in this profile b Click Apply c Click Close to exit the wizard or Cancel to return to the previous settings 4 Verify wireless connectivity to your network Verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet or check for file and printer access on your network 4 4 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 You can check the status bar in the Smart Wizard for the current connection status ____ Note If you cannot connect see Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Also for problems with accessing network resources the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers Please refer to Internet Networking and TCP IP Addressing on page 1 Computer to Computer Ad Hoc Profiles The computer to computer setting of the WPNT511 uses Ad Hoc mod
20. ape Internet service provider Navigator 4 An Internet browser Exchange files 41 Use the 1 The computer that you are For help with Windows between a Windows using to connect to the networking software see the wirelessly Network wireless network needs tobe Learn More About TCP IP connected Neighborhood configured with Internet reference at the end of computer and feature to e Windows Client and File this table other computers browse for and Print Sharing Windows Domain settings are miamy computers in e The same Windows usually managed by corporate w the combined Workgroup or Domain computer support groups P A wireless and settings as the other Windows Workgroup settings wired network Windows computers in the are commonly managed by 2 Browse the combined wireless and individuals who want to set up hard drive of wired network small networks in their homes or the target 2 Any Windows networking small offices computer in security access rights such as the network in login user name password For TCP IP See the Web link to order to locate that have been assigned in the Internet Networking and TCP IP the directory or Windows network or to files Addressing on page B 1 files you want must be provided when For assistance with setting up to work with Windows prompts for such Windows networking refer to the 3 Use the information PC Networking Tutorial on the Windows 3 If so called Windows peer NETGEAR Resource CD and Exp
21. d Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT51 1 3 Save your settings in a Profile a Click the Save Profile button All the configuration settings are saved in this profile b Click Apply c Click Close to exit the Smart Wizard 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 Advanced Settings Advanced Wireless Mode ange M 240Mbps MIMO 2 4GHz AGHz Ato ef Preamble Auto x M 126Mbps MIMO 2 4GHz IV 54Mbps 802 119 2 4GHz Transmit Power a M 11Mbps 802 11b 2 4GHz Fragmentation Threshold 256 RTS CTS 1 Threshold 256 Use Default Cancel Figure 4 11 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 4 15 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Networks Page The Networks Page scans and displays all available wireless networks in your area 1 Use the D icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings tab page opens 2 Click the Networks tab NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Ay Network Name SSID Channel Security MAC Address MEESI 00 40 01 DD ED Access Point 00 0F 85 92 C3
22. e 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 Stee ON Be Computer with we wireless adapter card Sey Computer with n WPNT511 Wireless Notebook Adapter L L Figure 4 3 a Note Ad Hoc mode will not work using DHCP settings Ad Hoc mode requires either static IP addresses such as 192 168 0 1 or the IPX protocol For instructions on setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR Resource CD Follow the instructions below to create an Ad Hoc mode profile 1 Run the WPNT511 Smart Wizard Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 5 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 a Make sure the WPNT511 software is installed and the WPNT511 is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your PC b Use the D icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook A_v Profiles Home X Delete Profile p Network Name SSID _______ _ Security
23. e Wireless Router AP The easiest way is to click the system tray icon to open the WPNT511 Smart Wizard Then check the IP address in the About page 5 2 Troubleshooting v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 cannot connect to the AP that want from the Networks browser list The access point is available and there is good signal strength There are a few possibilities e If the access point AP is WPA PSK protected you will need the correct WPA PSK Passphrase Otherwise the WPNT511 will still be connected to the previous access point and you will not be able to change to the WPA PSK access point e If the access point is WEP protected either 64 or 128 bit encryption you will be prompted to enter the WEP encryption security information The WPNT511 is not getting an IP address You probably upgraded your WPNT511 software and did not reboot your system To get an IP address assigned you can either restart your computer or choose another access point to connect to If there are no additional access points for you to choose from restart your system and connect to your desired access point again Note It does not usually help to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable enable the card Why do I see two WPNT511 icons in the System Tray If you see two WPNT511 icons in the System Tray at the bottom right corner of the screen you have an older software version in
24. e address MAC Address of the wireless device broadcasting this information e Mode Identifies the type of wireless network Access Point Infrastructure or Computer to Computer Ad Hoc Note You can click the Scan button to scan for networks and refresh the page Statistics Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks N E T G 3 A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Aja Transmit Receive Performance Transmit Statistics Tx Mbps 0 03 Tx Packets s 42 Total Tx Packets 2449 Tx Error 22 Receive Statistics Rix Mbps Rx Packets s Total Rx Packets Rix Error Transmit C Receive Total TX RX Sind eeeeee Figure 4 13 e Transmit Receive Performance A real time graph identifying the total receive and transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 17 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e 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 e Transmit Statistics Identifies transmit megabits per second Mbps transmit packets per second Tx
25. e it now Open the network connections from the system tray icon click the Properties button click the Wireless Networks tab and then clear the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box When you have installed the WPNT511 software from the NETGEAR CD the D icon appears on your desktop and in the Windows system tray The Windows system tray is located on the Windows taskbar You can either double click this icon on the desktop or click it in the system tray at any time to use the Smart Wizard This software automatically restarts when you reboot your computer The Smart Wizard provides a complete and easy to use set of tools to e Choose the network that you want to use e Configure wireless settings for your wireless notebook adapter e Monitor wireless network connections e Save your settings in profiles e Remove or reinstall the wireless adapter software The following sections in this chapter explain how to use the Smart Wizard 4 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Finding a Network During the WPNT511 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 Note Make sure that you know the security settings for the network that you want to use
26. e your wireless router is on Figure 3 5 e Follow the Wizard steps for Security if used and for saving a Profile f After you have reviewed the settings click Finish The WPNTS11 icon Ps appears in the system tray and on the desktop The wizard initiates your wireless connection It could take up to a minute for your wireless connection to be established Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 The Smart Wizard Settings page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Ai v r Profiles New profe Save Profile Delete Profil Network Name SSD Security ndan z C Disable e wars sIf Advanced Settings WEP ENetuork Type Create with Passphrase ce pa Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase fm fees Computer to Computer Ad Hoc C Enter Key Manually Key 1 bd 64 Bit nglan 00 0F B5 92 03 1D Help Find a Network Apply Cancel Close Figure 3 6 4 Use the status bar to verify your wireless connectivity For more details about connecting see Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet on page 3 9 For Windows 2000 SP4 Users Installing a WPNT511 1 First install the WPNT511 software a Insert the NETGEAR CD If the CD T WPNTS11 RangeMax TM 2
27. ere are two types of wireless network profiles that you can set up e Access Point Infrastructure connect to an access point or router with the 802 11 infrastructure mode e Computer to Computer Ad Hoc connect directly to another computer with the 802 11 ad hoc mode For more information about wireless network modes see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 Profiles to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 to connect to a wireless access point or router Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 3 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 1 Use the E icon to open the Smart Wizard The Settings page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About X N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook A_v Profiles New profile X Save Profile t Network Name SSID fa Security nglan x C Disable Advanced Settings WPAPSKIT x WEP Network Type Create with Passphrase ice cp Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase ial 64Bits Computer to Computer Ad Hoc C Enter Key Manually e nglan Ponnecteditabuute Ch 11G 54Mb 00 0F B5 92 C3 1D Help Find a Network Apply Cancel Close l Figure 4 2 2 Enter the network settings a
28. ess Security of this manual WPNT511 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 If this is an addition to an existing wireless network you will need to identify the wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined 3 2 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT51 1 Your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 factory default basic settings are e Network Name Service Set Identification SSID Any First available network Note In order for the WPNT511 Wireless Notebook Adapter to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter all devices must be set up to use the same wireless network name SSID e Network Mode Infrastructure or Ad hoc Infrastructure e Data security WEP or WPA PSK encryption Disabled The section below provides instructions for setting up the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 for basic wireless connectivity to an access point The procedures below provide step by step installation instructions for Windows PCs Use the procedure that corresponds to the version of Windows that you are using Basic Installation Instructions Use the procedure below that corresponds to the version of Windows you are using For Windows XP Users Insta
29. he browser window Click PDF button A new browser window opens showing the PDF version of the chapter you were viewing 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 1 2 About This Manual v1 0 October 2005 Chapter 2 Introduction This chapter introduces the features package contents and appearance of the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 About the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 The NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 gives you ultimate mobility in your office or while you are traveling It frees you from traditional Ethernet wiring and helps you create a wireless network for sharing your broadband cable or DSL Internet access among multiple PCs in and around your home It is designed for notebook computers running Microsoft Windows It is both 16 bit PCMCIA and 32 bit CardBus compatible and works in any available PCMCIA or CardBus slot Its auto sensing capability allows high packet transfer at up to 240 Mbps for maximum throughput or dynamic range shifting to lower speeds due to distance or operating limitations in an environment with a lot of electromagnetic interference The WPNTS511 Wireless Notebook Adapter provides reliable standards based 802 11b 11 Mbps and 802 11g 54 Mbps WLAN c
30. k from the NETGEAR Wireless Adapter drop down list and the wizard records NETGEAR SMART WIZARD Connecting to your wireless network your choice Available wireless networks are listed below Select a wireless network from 1 Selecting Network the list and click Next f Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name SSID These networks Network Name 3310 are included in the drop down list but j the Network Name SSID is blank Note Ifyou do not see your network If the network uses security then the name please make sure your wireless router is on Smart Wizard detects it Figure 3 10 e Follow the Wizard steps for Security if used and for saving a Profile f After you have reviewed the settings click Finish The WPNT511 icon E appears in the system tray and on the desktop The wizard initiates your wireless connection It could take up to a minute for your wireless connection to be established The Smart Wizard Settings page opens NETGEAR WPNT511 SMART WIZARD Wireless Assistant Settings Networks Statistics About N E T G E A R Selected Adapter NETGEAR RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Av Profiles New profile X Save Profile Delete Profile Network Name SSID a Security nglan Sa Disable Advanced Settings WEA ESNTME WEP m Network Type Create with Passphrase g p Access Point Infrastructure Passphrase i o esbis o Computer to Computer d Hoc
31. lling a WPNT511 1 First install the WPNT511 software a Insert the NETGEAR CD If the CD WPNTS11 RangeMax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter main page does not appear double click NE Te E oF T anomenen an autorun exe on the CD aaa b Click the Install Software link and the Smart Wizard starts View Install Guide c Follow the Wizard steps and click Next to continue View User Manual Online Support d When the Installation Complete ii Install Acrobat message appears click Next Quit Figure 3 1 Basic Setup 3 3 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 2 Now insert the wireless notebook adapter NEteran Wireless Adapter f NETGEAR When prompted insert your wireless Matt WIEARD notebook adapter Insert the Wireless PC Card into your laptop Click Next to continue Note You should leave your computer on while you insert the card Figure 3 2 3 Use the Smart Wizard to set up your NETGEAR Wireless Adapter wireless notebook adapter NETGEAR SMART WE a Choose to set up your wireless adapter Both the NETGEAR product and Microsoft Windows XP include 5 Livi ti irel ti either with the NETGEAR Smart i T ERDIA Wizard recommended or the Windows aa ae configuration utility C Microsoft Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration refer to the Microsoft documentation for help If you choose the Windows Zero Configuration opti
32. lorer copy Workgroup networking is being the Help information provided in and paste used the drive file system the Windows system you are functions to directory or file need to be using exchange files enabled for sharing between the computers Chapter 2 4 v1 0 October 2005 Introduction User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Table 2 1 Use printers ina combined wireless and wired network If Want To What Do Do 1 Use the Windows Printers and Fax features to locate available printers in the combined wireless and wired network Use the Windows Add a Printer wizard to add access toa network printer from the PC you are using to wirelessly connect to the network From the File menu of an application such as Microsoft Word use the Print Setup feature to direct your print output to the printer in the network What s Needed 3 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here The computer that you are using to connect to the wireless network needs to be configured with e Windows Client and File and Print Sharing e The same Windows Workgroup or Domain settings as the other Windows computers in the combined wireless and wired network Any Windows networking security access rights such as login user name password that have been assigned in the Windows network must be provided when Windows promp
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34. ng Start AdHoc AECA Channel 1 X Cancel Figure 4 7 4 Inthe Start Ad Hoc field choose the wireless standard 2 4 GHz 802 11b g for your Ad Hoc computer to computer network 5 Inthe Channel field Automatic should work If you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless device select a channel that is not being used by any other wireless networks near your wireless adapter Use the Networks tab page to identify the channels in use in your area 6 Click OK Note The channel number differs depending on the country The connection speed automatically defaults to the highest speed 4 8 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT51 1 Wireless Security Many networks use wireless security to encrypt wireless data communications If you try to connect to a network with wireless security the Smart Wizard detects it Before you can use that network you must set up the WPNT511 with exactly the same kind of wireless security settings The main types of wireless security used for home networks are e Wi Fi Protected Access 2 Pre Shared Key WPA2 PSK e Wi Fi Protected Access Pre Shared Key WPA PSK e Wi Fi Protected Access WPA e Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP For more information about WPA2 PSK security see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 In addition to
35. ng data Off There is no data transmission on the wireless network Link Green On The card is plugged in to the notebook PC Blinking Blinking indicates the WPNT511 is trying to establish a connection but is unable to do so Basic Setup 3 11 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Removing the WPNT511 Software You can use the Resource CD to remove the wireless adapter software 1 Insert the Resource CD in the computer T WPNTS44 Rangestax TM 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter where you installed the software The main NETGEAR SMARTWIZARD into Motion ossistont RengeMen 240 Wireless Notebook as page opens 2 Click the Install Software button If the WPNT511 software has been installed the space Smart Wizard detects it View Install Guide ba KA View User Manual 3 Follow the steps of the Smart Wizard to Ae Online Suppor remove the software l Install Acrobat Quit 4 After the software has been removed the message shown to the right appears 5 Take the WPNT511 out of its slot and click E vaeswuels OK eee PC card from your laptop The wizard displays a message stating that maintenance is complete Figure 3 16 3 12 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Upgrading the WPNT511 Software Upgrades may be available at the NETGEAR Web
36. nterference signal quality and security to the picture To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using wireless networks the table below identifies how to accomplish such things as connecting to a wireless network assuring appropriate security measures are taken browsing the Internet through your wireless connection exchanging files with other computers and using printers in the combined wireless and wired network Table 2 1 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here If Want To What Do Do What s Needed How Do I Connect to a 1 Get the 1 Awireless network To set up the WPNT511 see wireless wireless 2 Acomputer within the Chapter 3 Basic Setup and network network name operating range of the wireless follow the instructions SSID and if network For wireless network range see used the Observe Wireless Location and wireless Range Guidelines on page 3 2 security To learn about wireless networking technology see the Web link to Wireless Communications on page B 1 settings 2 Setup the WPNT511 with the settings from step 1 Protect my 1 Enable 1 A wireless network with To use wireless security wireless wireless authentication and WEP WPA features see Using Wireless connection from security for the WPA PSK or WPA2 PSK Security Features on page 4 9 snooping wireless encryption enabled and set up your WPNT511 hacking or network
37. ntions Table 1 1 Typographical conventions italics Emphasis bold User input This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages Note This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest This manual is written according to these specifications Table 1 2 Manual Specifications Product Version NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Manual Part Number Tech Pubs Part Manual Publication Date October 2005 Note Product updates are available on the NETGEAR Web site at http www netgear com support main asp About This Manual 1 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 How to Print this Manual To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options according to your needs e Printing a Chapter Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top right of any page Click PDF of This Chapter link at the top right of any page in the chapter you want to print A new browser window opens showing the PDF version of the chapter you were viewing 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 e Printing the Full Manual Use the PDF button in the toolbar at the top right of t
38. on then you must read the Windows XP documentation for instructions i Figure 3 3 3 4 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 b Click Next to accept the NETGEAR Smart Wizard You will be prompted to let the wizard help you connect to a network recommended c Click Next to accept d Select the wireless network from the drop down list and the wizard records your choice Hidden networks do not broadcast the Network Name SSID These networks are included in the drop down list but the Network Name SSID is blank If the network uses security then the Smart Wizard detects it NETGEAR Wireless Adapter NETGEAR SMART WIZARD Connecting to your wireless network Available wireless networks are listed below Select a wireless network from 1 the list and click Next Signal 100 Selecting Network Network Name SSID _ Fa ft NETGEAR P NETGEAR123 P wag102 Note Ifyou do not see your network name please make sure your wireless router is on nen Figure 3 4 NETGEAR Wireless Adapter NETGEAR SMARTWIZARO Connecting to your wireless network Available wireless networks are listed below Select a wireless network from 1 the list and click Next Selecting Network Network Name SSID _ Signal M NETGEAR 100 H default 64 Note If you do not see your network name please make sur
39. onnectivity that is protected with industry standard security In addition it offers the faster speeds of MIMO technology It works with Windows 2000 SP4 and XP operating systems Key Features The WPNTS511 Wireless Notebook Adapter provides the following features e Reliable IEEE 802 11g and b standards based wireless technology e Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode e High speed data transfer of 240 Mbps Wireless nodes negotiate to operate in the optimal data transfer rate In a noisy environment or when the distance between the wireless nodes is far the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate at lower transfer rates Introduction Chapter 2 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e High level of data encryption using128 bit Shared Key WEP data encryption method A lower level of data encryption or no data encryption is available to simplify your network setup or to improve data transfer rate e WPA PSK Wi Fi Protected Access Pre Shared Key support e WPA2 PSK Wi Fi Protected Access 2 Pre Shared Key support What s in the Box The product package should contain the following items e NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e Installation Guide for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNTS11NETGEAR Resource CD including Driver and Smart Wizard Software U
40. orking and TCP IP Addressing on page B 1 Troubleshooting Tips Symptom Cause Solution The PC Card LEDs are not lit The WPNT511 is not inserted into the slot properly or the WPNT511 software is not loaded Remove and reinsert the WPNT511 Check the Windows device manager to see if the PC Card is recognized and enabled Reload the WPNT511 software if necessary The LEDs blink alternately and cannot connect to an access point The WPNT511 is attempting to connect to an access point but cannot connect The access point may not be powered on Or the access point and the PC card are not configured with the same wireless parameters Check the SSID and WEP settings can connect to an access point but cannot connect to other computers on the network or the Internet This could be a physical layer problem or a network configuration problem Check to make sure that the access point is physically connected to the Ethernet network Make sure that the IP addresses and the Windows networking parameters are all configured correctly Restart the cable or DSL modem router access point and notebook PC Frequently Asked Questions Use the information below to solve common problems you may encounter Also please refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR Web site at www netgear com support main asp 5 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax
41. se security connection indicator Locked Network uses security Figure 3 12 Connection Status The color shows the connection status Basic Setup 3 9 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Router Internet Connection Indicator This shows the progress of your connection If you right click here and disable Internet notification then only the IP address is shown Notification Option Notification Option Disable Connected to Internet notification IV Disable Connected to Internet notification This is the default setting unchecked If you check the box and click OK then The status bar shows the message the status bar does not show the Connected to Internet Connected to Internet message Figure 3 13 This connection indicator is useful in isolating a problem For example if you are connected to a router but not to the Internet then check the router s Internet connection Connection Indicator Description Connected to Internet Wireless Internet connection OK or IP Address Connected to Router Wireless connection to router OK but no Internet connection at router ee te or Wireless connection to a router OK 169 254 x x but problem with the router See Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Signal Strength Shows the signal strength of the wireless network If the signal is poor then try moving closer to the wireless acce
42. ser Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 e Warranty card e 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 The NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 has two interfaces e The PCMCIA Type II connector connects to any notebook PC with an available PCMCIA or CardBus slot e The wireless interface of the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNTS511 remains outside of the notebook PC chassis when the wireless PC card is inserted into a notebook The LED indicates the wireless link condition of the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 with another wireless node or the associated access point Chapter 2 2 Introduction v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 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 General networking concepts setup and maintenance can be difficult to understand In addition wireless technology adds issues such as range i
43. site To install an upgrade follow these steps l 2 3 Write down the settings for any profiles that you want to save They will not be retained Download the upgrade from the NETGEAR Web site Support page Remove the WPNT511 software from your laptop computer You can use the NETGEAR Resource CD as described in the previous section to do this or you can use the Windows Control Panel Add or Remove Programs feature 4 Remove the WPNTS11 adapter from your laptop computer and if prompted restart your laptop computer 5 Run the installer that you downloaded the file ends in exe 6 Follow the installer instructions and if prompted then restart your laptop computer Basic Setup 3 13 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 3 14 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 Chapter 4 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 to connect to your Wireless Local Area Network WLAN and how to set up wireless security for the WPNT511 so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network Understanding the WPNT511 Smart Wizard axa Note These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WPNT511 Smart Wizard to change the WPNTS11 wireless settings If you use Windows XP and chose the Windows XP configuration utility during installation then you must disabl
44. ss 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 Restricting access by MAC address adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network However unless you use data encryption security the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed e IP Address The IP address assigned to this adapter e Smart Wizard Wireless Utility The version and release date of the Smart Wizard Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 19 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 4 20 Network Connections and Wireless Security v1 0 October 2005 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 After each problem description instructions are given to help you diagnose and solve the problem For information about connecting to wireless networks and the Internet see Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet on page 3 9 Also for problems with accessing network resources the Windows software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers Please refer to the link to Internet Netw
45. ss point Lock icon Shows if security is used on the network 3 10 Basic Setup v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 The WPNT511 Icon Colors The WPNTS511 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 Color Condition Description Red The wireless PC Card has no The wireless PC Card is not able to link to any other wireless connection to any other node or the link is lost Check your configuration or try rad wireless node moving to a location where the wireless signal quality is better Yellow The wireless PC Card hasa The wireless link is weak You may deed to move to a better i connection with another spot such as closer to the wireless access point Also look wireless node for possible interference such as a 2 4 GHz cordless phone or large metal surface Green The wireless PC Card hasa The wireless PC Card has established good communication connection with another with an access point and the signal quality is strong wireless node WPNT511 LEDs The two LEDs on the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 indicate the condition of wireless link Activity LED Link LED Figure 3 14 LED Activity Description Activity Amber On Blinking The WPNT511 has a connection and is transmitting or receivi
46. stalled on your system and it needs to be removed See Removing the WPNT511 Software on page 3 12 or Upgrading the WPNT511 Software on page 3 13 XP Professional and XP Home occasional connection problems Some WPNT511 XP users will experience inability to connect to the Internet dropped wireless connections or both after applying the Windows HotFix Q815485 from the Windows XP Update Service You can delete the Q815485 from the Add or Remove Program utility in the Control Panel The Official name is Windows XP Hotfix SP2 Q815485 Follow this removal procedure 1 Click Start point to Control Panel and then double click Add Remove Programs Troubleshooting 5 3 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 2 Click Windows XP Hotfix SP2 Q815485 and then click Remove 3 You may receive an error message that states that some program on the computer may not work correctly if the update is removed 4 You can ignore this error message and then click Yes to remove the update 5 Restart your computer and rerun the Smart Display Setup Wizard This should solve your connection issue You can restore this hotfix by following the link below URL Attp nicrosoft com downloads details aspx FamilyId 009D8425 CE2B 47A4 ABEC 274545DC9E91 amp displaylang en 5 4 Troubleshooting v1 0 October 2005 Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendi
47. tion e Network Name SSID The Service Set Identification SSID identifies the wireless local area network Any First available network is the default WPNT511 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 Note The SSID in the wireless access point is the SSID you configure in the wireless notebook adapter For the access point and wireless nodes to communicate with each other all must be configured with the same SSID Wireless network name SSID e If WEP Authentication is Used WEP Encryption key size Identify one 64 bit or 128 bit The encryption key size must the wireless network settings Data Encryption WEP Keys There are two methods for creating WEP data encryption keys Whichever method you use record the key values in the spaces below e Passphrase method These characters are case sensitive Enter a word or group of printable characters and click the Generate Keys button Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method e Manual method These values are not case sensitive For 64 bit WEP enter 10 hex digits any combination of 0 9 or a f For 128 bit WEP enter 26 hex digits Key 1 Key 2 Key 3 Key 4 If WPA2 PSK or WPA PSK Authentication is Used Passphrase These characters are case sensitive Enter a word or group of printable characters When you use WPA
48. to change without notice All rights reserved October 2005 Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The WPNTS511 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 These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used according to the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which is found by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment or devices e Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver s e Consult a dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for assistance v1 0 October 2005 FCC Caution Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by Netgear co
49. ts for such information If so called Windows peer networking is being used the printer needs to be enabled for sharing How Do I Windows Domain settings are usually managed by corporate computer support groups Windows Workgroup settings are commonly managed by individuals who want to set up small networks in their homes or small offices For assistance with setting up Windows networking refer to the PC Networking Tutorial on the NETGEAR Resource CD and the Help information provided in the Windows system you are using For help with setting up printers in Windows refer to the Help and Support information that comes with the version of the Windows operating systems you are using Introduction v1 0 October 2005 Chapter 2 5 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Chapter 2 6 Introduction v1 0 October 2005 Chapter 3 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network WLAN Advanced wireless network set up is covered in Chapter 4 Network Connections and Wireless Security in this manual ____ Note Indoors computers can easily connect to 802 11 wireless networks at distances of several hundred feet Because walls do not always block wireless signals others outside your immediate area could access yo
50. u b Assuming the target PC is configured with 192 168 0 1 as its IP address type Open ping t 192 168 0 1 and then click OK Cancel Browse Figure 4 5 c This will cause a continuous ping to be sent to the device with the 192 168 0 1 static IP address The ping response should change to reply Request timed out Request timed out Reply from 192 168 0 1 bytes 32 time 4 ms TTL 127 Reply from 19 2 168 0 1 bytes 32 time 41ms TTL 127 Reply from 192 168 0 1 bytes 32 time 3 ms TTL 127 Figure 4 6 At this point the connection is established Network Connections and Wireless Security 4 7 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 You may need to reboot in certain Windows operating systems such as Windows 98SE ____ Note If you cannot connect see Removing the WPNT511 Software on page 12 Also for problems with accessing network resources the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers Please see the link to Internet Networking and TCP IP Addressing on page B 1 Starting a Computer to Computer Ad Hoc Network Connection 1 On the Settings tab page of the Smart Wizard select or type the Network Name SSID 2 Select the Computer to Computer Ad Hoc network type 3 Click Initiate Ad Hoc The Ad Hoc Setting dialog box opens Ad Hoc Setti
51. uld void the user s authority to operate the device FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement To comply with the FCC and ANSI C95 1 RF exposure limits the antenna s for this device must comply with the following Products with 2 4 GHz or 5 GHz integrated antenna must operate with a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons using the cable provided and must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter End users must be provided with specific operations for satisfying RF exposure compliance Note Dual antennas used for diversity operation are not considered co located Product and Publication Details Model Number WPNT511 Publication Date October 2005 Product Family Product Family Product Name NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Home or Business Product Home Language English Publication Part Number 202 10137 01 iii v1 0 October 2005 v1 0 October 2005 Contents Chapter 1 About This Manual Audience Scope Convenios sisses a 1 1 How o Prini ihis Maniak mensasi A EAER 1 2 Chapter 2 Introduction About the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 2 1 Soda T E A E E eee T 2 1 Whaia mM TEV BOKS tes sactaaws ccaeecpiateSeey aa 2 2 A Road Map for How to Get There From Here sssssessessssisssisssrrsssrnsssrsssnessressreesrens 2 3 Chapter 3 Basic Setup Whai You Nesd Belore You Begi xcs snccnescsvstactecsidra
52. ur network It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access The NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 provides highly effective security features which are covered in Using Wireless Security Features on page 4 9 in this manual Deploy the security features appropriate to your needs What You Need Before You Begin You need to verify that your computer meets the minimum system requirements and identify the wireless network settings of the WLAN where you will connect before you can set up your wireless notebook adapter and connect Verify System Requirements Before installing the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 please make sure that these minimum requirements have been met e You must have a Pentium Class notebook computer with an available Cardbus slot e ACD drive e 5 MB of free hard disk space e Windows XP Home Windows XP Professional or Windows 2000 SP4 e Some versions of Windows may ask for the original Windows operating system installation files to complete the installation of the WPNT511 driver software 3 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 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 RangeMax
53. x provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 Antennae Radio Data Rate 3 Integrated internal diversity antennas 1 2 5 5 6 9 12 18 24 36 48 54 108 126 and 240 Mbps Auto Rate Sensing Frequency 2 4 GHz to 2 5 GHz CCK and OFDM Modulation Power Consumption 3 3V DC typically 450mA in full Transmit TX 300mA in full Receive RX Emissions FCC CE C Tick Bus interface Cardbus Provided drivers Microsoft Windows XP 2000 SP4 Dimensions L 123mm W 54mm H 8 5 mm Weight 56 g Status LED Wireless Link Operating Environment Operating temperature 0 to 55 degrees C Encryption WPA2 PSK WPA PSK and 40 bit also called 64 bit and 128 bit WEP data encryption Warranty Limited 1 year warranty A 1 v1 0 October 2005 User Manual for the NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Notebook Adapter WPNT511 A 2 Technical Specifications v1 0 October 2005 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 Internet Networking and TCP IP Addressing Preparing a Computer for Network Access Virtual Private Networking VPN Glossary Wireless Communications http documentation netgear com reference enu tcpip index htm

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