Netgear orporated MA111V2 802.11b WIRELESS USB ADAPTER User Manual MA111 Install Guide

Netgear Incorporated 802.11b WIRELESS USB ADAPTER MA111 Install Guide

USERS MANUAL

Start HereFollow these instructions to set up your wireless adapter.These basic setup instructions assume that you will connect to an access point, and you arenot using WEP security. Please refer to the online help and the Reference Manual on theResource CD for instructions on configuring WEP, Ad-Hoc mode, or advanced options.Estimated Completion Time: 5-15 minutes.For Windows XP computers1 1First, Install the MA111v2 Softwarea. Power on your PC, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD main page shownbelow will load. c. Click the Install Driver & Utility link. d. Follow the InstallShield Wizard steps. Click Finish when done, and if promptedrestart your computer. 2 2Next, Install the MA111v2 Wireless USB AdapterNote: You should have a USB port on your computer. Newer USB 2.0 ports will also work.a.Insert the MA111v2 into a USB slot. After a short delay, the Found NewHardware Wizard displays. Click Next to proceed.Note: If a Windows XP logo testingwarning appears, click ContinueAnyway to proceed.b. Next, you will also be prompted to choose the country where you are located. Click Yes to accept this option. If you choose No, you must read the Windows XP documentation for an explanation of how to use the Windows XP wireless configuration utility.You will also be prompted to choose the country you are located in. Select yourlocation from the list.c.Click Finishto complete the installation. You will see the MA111v2 system trayicon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar.3 3Now, Configure Your MA111v2 and Save the Profilea.Click the icon in the Windows system tray to open the MA111v2 SmartWireless Settings Utility.b. The utility opens to the Status tab page. c. Click the Configuration tab page to change the wireless settings. Change theNetwork Name SSID to match your network.Tip: To view the available wireless networks, use the drop-down list or the SiteSurvey tab and choose the one you want.d. Click Apply to activate the connection.Tip: Click the Profile tab page for profile creation. Create work and home profiles. Then, activate whichever one you need for your current location.Note: The Signal Strength and Link Quality indicators on the Status tab page reportthe status of your wireless connection.44Finally, Verify Wireless Network Connectivitya.Verify that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility matchesyour wireless network.b.Check the color of the MA111v2 icon in the Windows system tray: green or yellow indicates a working connection; red indicates no connection.c.Check the MA111v2 LED: blinking means attempting to connect; solid indicatesa good connection; off means the MA111v2 is not plugged in. d.Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources.Note: If you are unable to connect, see troubleshooting tips in the Basic Installationsection of the Reference Manual on the Resource CD.Wireless USB Adapter MA111 v2Installation Guide
For Windows 2000, Me, or 98SE computers1 1First, Install the MA111v2 Softwarea. Power on your PC, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive. The CD main page shownbelow will load. c. Click the Install Driver & Utility link. d. Follow the InstallShield Wizard steps, click Finish when done, and if prompted,restart your computer.2 2Next, Install the MA111v2 Wireless USB AdapterNote: You should have a USB port on your computer. Newer USB ports will also work.a.Insert the MA111v2 into a USB slot. After a short delay, the Found NewHardware Wizard displays. Click Next to proceed.Note: If Windows 2000 displays aDigital Signature Not Found warning,click Yes to continue the installation.May 2004©2004 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, Everybody's connecting, Auto Uplink and ProSafe are trademarks orregistered trademarks of Netgear, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are registered trade-marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks orregistered trademarks of their respective holders. Information is subject to change without notice. All rights reserved.b.Follow the Found New Hardware Wizard steps, click Finishwhen done, and ifprompted, restart your computer.c.Next, you will be prompted to choose the country where you are located. Selectyour location from the list.d.You will now see the MA111v2 system tray icon in the lower right area of theWindows task bar.3 3Now, Configure Your MA111v2a.Open the MA111v2 Smart Wireless Settings Utility by clicking on the icon in theWindows system tray.b. The utility opens to the Status tab page. c. Click the Configuration tab page to change the wireless settings. Change theNetwork Name SSID to match your network.Tip: To view the available wireless networks, use the drop-down list or the SiteSurvey tab and choose the one you want.d. Click Apply to activate the connection.Tip: Click the Profile tab page for profile creation. Create work and home profiles. Then, activate whichever one you need for your current location.Note: The Signal Strength and Link Quality indicators on the Status tab page reportthe status of your wireless connection.4 4Finally, Verify Wireless Network Connectivitya.Verify that the status monitor information at the bottom of the utility matchesyour wireless network.b.Check the color of the MA111v2 icon in the Windows system tray: green oryellow indicates a working connection; red indicates no connection.c.Check the MA111v2 LED: blinking means attempting to connect; solid indicatesa good connection; off means the MA111v2 is not plugged in. d.Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources.Note: If you are unable to connect, see troubleshooting tips in the Basic Installationsection of the Reference Manual on the Resource CD.Technical SupportPLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPEDWITH YOUR PRODUCT. By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you withfaster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades.This device complies with 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 maycause undesired operation.Caution Statement of the FCC Radio Frequency ExposureThis Wireless LAN radio device has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C andfound compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections 2.1091, 2.1093,and 15.247(b)(4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. The radiationoutput power of this Wireless LAN device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposurelimits. Nevertheless, this device shall be used in such a manner that the potential forhuman contact during normal operation°Xas a portable or portable device but use in abody-worn way is strictly prohibit. When using this device, a certain separation distancebetween antenna and nearby persons has to be kept to ensure RF exposure compliance.Note: the manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or tv interference caused by unauthorized. Modifications to this equipment. such modifications could void the user'sauthority to operate the equipmentAttention: This device may be used throughout the European community. Some restrictions may apply in France and Italy.!0470201-10167-02

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