Netgear Wna3100 N300 Wireless Usb Adapter User Manual
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202-10539-01 December 2009 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual
ii v1.0, December 2009 © 2009 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. Technical Support When you register 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 & Canada only. For other countries, see your Support information card. E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ProSafe, and Auto Uplink are trademarks or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and Vista are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. 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. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. Safety and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 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: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the equipment or devices • Connect the equipment to an outlet other than the receiver’s
v1.0, December 2009iii • Consult a dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for assistance FCC Caution: Any change or modification to the product not expressly approved by NETGEAR could void the user’s authority to operate the device. FCC RF Radiation Exposure and SAR Statements SAR Statement The NETGEAR Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 has been tested for body-worn Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) compliance. The FCC has established detailed SAR requirements and has established that these requirements have been met whilethe Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 was installed in a host notebook computer. RF Exposure Information The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to the requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency devices. This model meets the applicable government requirements for exposure to radio frequency waves. The highest SAR level measured for this device was 1.380 W/kg. Canadian Department of Communications Industry Canada (IC) Notice This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 and RSS-210. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 et CNR-210 du Canada. Industry Canada Statement This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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. IMPORTANT NOTE: Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. To maintain compliance with IC RF exposure compliance requirements, please follow operation instruction as documented in this manual. Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity Visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Conformity website at: http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/sno/0
v1.0, December 2009 iv Product and Publication Details Model Number:WNA3100 v1 Publication Date:December 2009 Product Family:Wireless-N USB Adapter Product Name:Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 Home or Business Product:Home Language:English Publication Part Number:202-10539-01 Publication Version Number:1.0
v v1.0, December 2009 Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope .................................................................................. vii Revision History ............................................................................................................... viii Chapter 1 Installation with Custom Setup What You Need Before You Begin ................................................................................. 1-1 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines ..................................................1-2 Installation with Custom Setup ....................................................................................... 1-2 First, Install the WNA3100 Software ........................................................................ 1-2 Then, Install Your WNA3100 Adapter ...................................................................... 1-4 Use Smart Wizard Automatic Configuration to Connect to a Wireless Network ......1-5 Monitoring Wireless Network and the Internet Connections ...........................................1-7 WNA3100 Icon ......................................................................................................... 1-8 Smart Wizard Status Bar .......................................................................................... 1-9 Wireless-N USB Adapter LED ................................................................................ 1-10 Removing the WNA3100 Software ............................................................................... 1-10 Upgrading the WNA3100 Software .............................................................................. 1-11 Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area ....................................................................... 2-1 Joining a Network ........................................................................................................... 2-2 Using Push N Connect to Join a Network ............................................................... 2-4 Creating a Profile to Connect to a Wireless Network .....................................................2-4 Managing Profiles .................................................................................................... 2-6 Setting Up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile .............................................2-6 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection ...........................2-8 About Wireless Security ................................................................................................. 2-9 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings ..........................................2-10 Setting Up WPA-PSK [TKIP] or WPA2-PSK [AES] Security ..................................2-10
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual vi v1.0, December 2009 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security ..................................................................... 2-11 Monitoring Statistics ..................................................................................................... 2-13 About Your Smart Wizard ............................................................................................. 2-14 Advanced Settings ........................................................................................................ 2-15 Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance Optimizing Wireless Performance .................................................................................. 3-1 Optimizing Your Network Bandwidth .............................................................................. 3-2 Small Office and Home Office (SOHO) Networking Technologies ..........................3-3 Assessing Your Network Speed Requirements ....................................................... 3-4 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Tips ...................................................................................................... 4-1 Troubleshooting Your Wireless Connection ................................................................... 4-2 Occasional Windows XP Connection Problems ............................................................. 4-3 Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly .......................................................................... 4-4 Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications ................................................................................................ A-1 Factory Default Settings ................................................................................................ A-2 Appendix B Related Documents
vii v1.0, December 2009 About This Manual The NETGEAR® Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual describes how to install, configure, and troubleshoot the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs: •Typographical conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:: •Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages: •Scope. This manual is written for the Wireless-N USB Adapter. For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents.” ItalicEmphasis, books, CDs BoldUser input, screen text FixedCommand prompt, CLI text, code italicURL links Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WNA3100 v1.asp.
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual viii v1.0, December 2009 Revision History Part NumberVersion NumberDate Description 202-10539-01 1.0 November 2009Original publication
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 1-1 v1.0, December 2009 Chapter 1 Installation with Custom Setup This chapter explains custom installation for your Wireless-N USB Adapter. With custom setup you can specify where the files are installed. You can also choose whether or not you want to install the Smart Wizard. What You Need Before You Begin To install the wireless-N USB adapter, you need: • A PC with a Pentium 300 MHz or higher compatible processor with an available USB port. • A CD drive. • 10 Mbytes of free hard disk space. • Windows7, Vista, Windows XP Home, or Windows XP Professional. Some versions of Windows ask for the original Windows operating system installation files to complete the installation of the WNA3100 v1 driver software. Note: For help with express installation, see the Installation Guide for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100. Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the wireless-N USB adapter is limited to that port’s maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. Note: Windows XP users must install SP2 or install the KB822603 hot fix (update), which fixes the USB 2.0 host controller driver. Go to this link to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/ details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID= 733dd867-56a0-4956-b7fe-e85b688b7f86
Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100 User Manual 1-2 v1.0, December 2009 Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines For best performance, place the wireless-N USB adapter at least 4 feet (over 1 meter) away from the wireless router or access point. Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range that varies significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the wireless-N USB adapter. For best results, avoid potential sources of interference, such as the following: • Large metal surfaces • Microwave ovens • 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 decreases if such materials are between the devices. Installation with Custom Setup First, Install the WNA3100 Software 1.Insert the Resource CD in your computer’s CD drive. If the CD main screen does not display, browse the files on the CD and double-click Autorun.exe. 2.Click Install the Software. The Software Update Check screen displays. 3.If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, click Install from CD. 4.Accept the license agreement. Then select Custom and click Next on the Setup Type screen. Note: For help with Express installation, see the Installation Guide for the Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter WNA3100.