Netgear orporated WG311T2 802.11b/g PCI Adapter User Manual WG311T install guide r1

Netgear Incorporated 802.11b/g PCI Adapter WG311T install guide r1

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Installation Guide Follow these quick steps to install your WG311T PCI Adapter.The basic installation and configuration instructions below assume that yourwireless network connection will be to an access point, and you are notusing WEP security. Please refer to the Reference Manual on the 108 MbpsWireless PCI Adapter Resource CD for detailed instructions on configuringWEP, using Ad-Hoc mode, or using advanced options. Windows XP Basic Installation11First, install the WG311T softwarea. Power on your desktop and log into the Windows Operating System b. Insert the 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter Resource CD into yourCD-ROM drive. The CD main page shown below will load. c. Click the Install Driver & Utility link. d. Follow the InstallShield Wizard steps, and click Finish when done.If prompted to Restart the computer, choose Shut Down.22Next, install the WG311T Wireless PCI Adaptera. Shut down the PC and remove the power cord from the PC.Insert the WG311T Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCIslot. Connect the antenna to the adapter and position the antenna to the up position. Reconnect the power cord andreboot the computer.b. After a short delay, the Found New Hardware Wizard displays.Click Next to proceed with the wizard.Note: If a Windows XP logo testing warning appears, clickContinue Anyway to proceed.• When prompted, select your country. • When prompted to enable the NETGEAR Smart WirelessSettings Utility, click Yes to accept this option.If you choose No, you must read the Windows XP documentationfor an explanation of how to use the Windows XP wireless networkconfiguration utility.33Now, configure your WG311Ta. Click the icon in the Windows system tray to open theWG311T Smart Wireless Settings Utility.The utility opens to the Settings tab page.b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network.Tip: As an alternative to typing in the SSID, you can use thedrop-down list or the Networks tab to view the available wireless networks, and choose the one you want.c. Click Apply to activate the connection.d. You can also enter a profile name and click Save Profile to storethe current settings.Note: The status bar at the bottom of the utility reports the speed ofyour connection. 108 Mbps speed is only possible when your wirelessnetwork has a 108 Mbps access point such as in the NETGEARWGT624 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router.44Finally, verify wireless network connectivityNote: When the Windows XP wireless configuration utility is enabled,only the first two tab pages of the Netgear Smart Wireless Settings utilitywill appear.To see the full NETGEAR utility, please refer to the Reference Manualon the 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter Resource CD.a. Verify that your connection information matches your wireless network. b. Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources.Note: If you are unable to connect, see the troubleshooting tips in theBasic Installation section of the Reference Manual on the 108 MbpsWireless PCI Adapter Resource CD.108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311TWG311T install guideƒ.r1 12/18/03 2:30 PM Page 1
Windows 2000, Me/98SE Basic Installation11First, install the WG311T softwarea. Power on your desktop PC and log into the Windows Operating System.b. Insert the 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter Resource CD for theWG311T 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, and click Finish when done.If prompted to Restart the computer, choose Shut Down.22Next, install the WG311T Wireless PCI Adaptera. Shut down the PC and remove its power cord. Insert theWG311T Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot.Reconnect the power cord and reboot the computer. b. After a short delay, the Found New Hardware Wizard displays.Note: If a Windows 2000 displays a Digital Signature NotFound warning, click Yes to continue the installation.When the installation is complete, you will see the WG311T systemtray icon on the lower right portion of the Windows task bar.©2003 NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR, the Netgear logo, The Gear Guy, Everybody's connecting, and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of Netgear in theUnited States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holder. Information is subject to change withoutnotice. All rights reserved.33Now, configure your WG311Ta. Open the WG311T Smart Wireless Settings Utility by clickingon the icon the Windows system tray. The utility opens tothe Settings page.b. Change the NetworkName SSID to match your network.Tip: As an alternative totyping in the SSID, youcan use the Network tabto view the available wireless networks, anddouble click on the desired network.c. Click Apply to activate the connection.d. You can also enter a profile name and click on the Save Profilebutton to store current settings.Note: The status bar at the bottom of the utility reports the speed ofyour connection. 108 Mbps speed is only possible when your wirelessnetwork has a 108 Mbps access point such as in the NETGEARWGT624 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router.44Finally, verify wireless network connectivityNote: You can also use the Networks tab to verify the availability ofwireless networks and their SSIDs. Please see the Reference Manual onthe 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter Resource CD.a. Verify that your connection information matches your wireless network.b. Verify connectivity to the Internet or network resources.Note: If you are unable to connect, see troubleshooting tips in the Basic Installation section of the Reference Manualon the 108 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter Resource CD.*201-10066-02*201-10066-02 December 2003Technical SupportPLEASE REFER TO THE SUPPORT INFORMATION CARD THAT SHIPPED WITH YOUR PRODUCT.By registering your product at www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you with faster expert technical support and timely notices ofproduct and software upgrades.NETGEAR, INC.Support InformationPhone: 1-888-NETGEAR (For US & Canada only) - 24 x 7 phone supportSee Support information card for other countries.E-mail: support@NETGEAR.com (24 x 7 online support)www.NETGEAR.comAttention: This device may be used throughout theEuropean community. Some restrictions may applyin France and Italy.!0560WG311T install guideƒ.r1 12/18/03 2:30 PM Page 4
Netgear Inc. declares that WG311T (FCC ID: PY3WG311T2) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A. To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Canada (IC) Warning Notice :

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