NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive.
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Eesti [Estonian] Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR, Inc. seadme NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele. English Hereby, NETGEAR, Inc., declares that this NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente NETGEAR, Inc.
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Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... ix How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................... x How to Print This Manual .................................................................................................. x Revision History .................................................................................................
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Creating Wireless Profiles ......................................................................................... 13 Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection ............................ 17 About Wireless Security .................................................................................................. 18 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings .............................................
About This Manual The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Dual Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual describes how to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2. The information in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs: • • Typographical Conventions.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Scope. This manual is written for the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 according to these specifications: Product Version NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 Manual Publication Date December 2008 For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents.
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Chapter 1 Basic Setup This chapter describes how to install your RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your wireless local area network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network set up is covered in “Network Connections and Wireless Security” in Chapter 2. Note: Indoors, computers can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of several hundred feet.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • 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 WNDA3100v2 driver software. 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 the following link to install the hot fix: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual What Is in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 • USB cable and adapter cradle • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: – The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant – This manual – Installation Guide • Warranty and Support information card If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Insert the wireless USB adapter in the plastic cradle, and connect the USB cable. Figure 1-2 1. Place one of the other pieces of loop-and-hook fastener on the side or back of your monitor near the top for better reception. Then join the pieces of the fastener to attach the USB adapter in the plastic cradle to the monitor. Figure 1-3 Installing the WNDA3100v2 To complete this installation you must: 1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 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 must identify the wireless network and wireless security settings that are already defined.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 3. If you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, you can choose to install from the CD. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 software. • For Windows XP, if a Windows logo testing message appears, click Continue Anyway. • If a message that Windows Vista cannot verify the publisher of this driver displays, click Install this driver software anyway. 5.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 3. For Windows Vista computers, the adapter and driver are automatically added. Click Next and then go to the following section “Using the Smart Wizard to Set Up Your Wireless-N USB Adapter” on page 1-7. For Windows XP computers, the Found New Hardware Wizard displays. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions for the Found New Hardware Wizard. 5. When the NETGEAR Smart Wizard screen returns, click Next.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 1-7 2. Click Next to proceed. The next screen that displays depends on whether there is a wireless router or access point at your location that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Connecting to a WPS-Enabled Network WPS allows you to automatically connect to a WPS-enabled network without having to enter a password. To connect to a WPS-enabled network: 1. Enable WPS on your router.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Press the WPS button on your wireless USB adapter, or press the soft WPS button on the Smart Wizard screen. Press to connect to a WPS-enabled network Figure 1-8 WPS activity LEDs will blink on both the router and the wireless USB adapter. A progress bar on the adapter WPS screen indicates progress. 3. After the router has transmitted its wireless settings, a screen displays showing your settings.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Connecting to a Non-WPS-Enabled Network If no WPS-enabled network is enabled: 1. A screen similar to this appears showing the available wireless networks. Hidden network Figure 1-10 Note: Hidden networks do not broadcast the network name (SSID). These networks are in the drop-down list, but the Network Name (SSID) field is blank. 2. Select a wireless network, then click Next to proceed.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Home Figure 1-12 4. A screen displays your settings for review. Click Back to make any changes, or click Finish to save your profile and connect to your network. Home My Network Figure 1-13 1-11 v1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 5. The Wireless Assistant screen displays. You are now connected to your wireless network. Click Close to exist the Wireless Assistant. Home My Network WPA2-PSK Figure 1-14 The WNDA3100v2 icon appears in the system tray. You can click it to access the Wireless Assistant if you want to make any changes or connect to a different wireless network. The wizard initiates your wireless connection, which could take up to a minute.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Note: The maximum speed of a USB v2.0 port is 480 Mbps. If your computer has a USB v1.1 port, the WNDA3100v2 is limited to that port’s maximum speed, which is 14 Mbps. WNDA3100v2 Icon The WNDA3100v2 icon is on the desktop and in the Windows system tray. The system tray is on one end of the task bar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. The WNDA3100v2 icon will change colors depending on the condition of the adapter.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual The following table describes how to interpret the Wireless Assistant status bar. Understanding the Status Bar Wireless network Identifies which wireless network you have joined. Security • A closed lock indicates that security is enabled. • An open lock indicates an open network without wireless security. Channel The wireless channel used by the network.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual In Vista, there is one more option: Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Figure 1-17 If you clear the check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard is disabled, and you must set up the wireless adapter with Vista auto-configuration. Wireless-N USB Adapter LED The LED on the wireless USB adapter indicates the condition of the wireless link as explained in the following table.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 5. Run the installer that you downloaded (the file ends in .exe). 6. Follow the installer instructions, and if prompted, restart your computer. Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software You can remove the wireless adapter software in these ways: • Select the Windows Start menu > RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 program group > uninstall option, and then follow the screen prompts.
Chapter 2 Network Connections and Wireless Security This chapter explains how to use your Wireless-N USB Adapter to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to set up wireless security for the Wireless-N USB Adapter so that it matches the wireless security settings for your network. If you chose the Windows XP or Windows Vista Zero Configuration utility during installation, and now you want to use the Smart Wizard that is installed on your PC, you must disable the Windows utility.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Using the Wireless Assistant to Manage Your Wireless-N USB Adapter These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WNDA3100v2 Wireless Assistant to change the wireless USB adapter wireless settings. When you install the software from the Resource CD, the icon appears in the Windows system tray located on the Windows taskbar. You can click this icon in the system tray at any time to use the Wireless Assistant.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 2. Click the Networks tab to display the following screen: You can click a column heading to sort. If many networks use the same channel they can interfere with each other. (A) indicates a 5 GHz network, and (G) indicates a 2.4 GHz network. The status bar shows your network connection and Internet connection. Figure 2-2 The screen shows the following information for each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID).
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • • • Connect. Connect to the network that you selected. Scan. Check for wireless networks. Clicking Scan refreshes the screen. Close. Close the window of the Wizard. Joining a Network Manually During the WNDA3100v2 software installation, the Wireless Assistant lists the available networks.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 4. Follow the steps of the wizard to specify the wireless security if used, and to create a profile. 5. Review your settings, and click Finish. 6. You can use the status bar to verify your network connection. For more information, see “Wireless Assistant Status Bar” on page 1-13. Click Close to exit the Wireless Assistant.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • PIN entry. Enter the router or access point security PIN, or use the WNDA3100v2 Smart Wizard to generate a Personal Identification number (PIN) for the adapter that you can associate with the access point or router. Using the WPS Push Button to Connect to a Wireless Access Point or Router To join a network using the WPS push button: 1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 3. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router that is WPS-capable, it displays the WPS screen. Select Yes, and click Next. Figure 2-5 4. If your router or access point has a WPS push-button, select the Yes radio box and click Next. Figure 2-6 5. Now, press the WPS button on your router or access point. Then, press the WPS push-button on your wireless USB adapter on press the on-screen WPS button.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 2-7 6. A snapshot of your wireless settings will display. A profile of your settings is created and saved under the name of your wireless network (SSID) name. Click Finish to complete your connection. Figure 2-8 7. The Wireless Assistant displays showing the status of your connection and your signal strength. Click Close to exist the Wireless Assistant. 2-8 v1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 2-9 You can use the Status Bar to verify your network connection. For more information, see “Wireless Assistant Status Bar” on page 1-13. 8. Close the Smart Wizard or configuration utility on your access point or router.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 2-10 2. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router that is WPS-capable, it displays the WPS screen. Select Yes, and click Next. Figure 2-11 2-10 v1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 3. If your router does not have a WPS push-button, select No, and click Next. Figure 2-12 4. You can use the security PIN method to connect to the router or access point by either: • Entering the security PIN number of your router or access point in the Enter the AP’s PIN field and clicking Next. The WPS process of discovering the router and transmitting the router’s settings to the adapter will begin. Figure 2-13 2-11 v1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Or by checking the Generating a random Security PIN.... radio box and clicking Next, The wireless USB adapter will generate a security PIN. Make note of the PIN. Then, enter the security PIN, when instructed, into the configuration utility of the router or access point. Figure 2-14 5.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 2-16 You can use the Status Bar to verify your network connection. For more information, see “Wireless Assistant Status Bar” on page 1-13. Creating Wireless Profiles The WNDA3100v2 Wireless Assistant 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.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Setting Up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router Follow these instructions to set up the RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 to connect to a wireless access point or router. 1. Use the icon to open the Wireless Assistant. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-17 2. Enter the network settings. a. In the Network Type section, make sure that Access Point (Infrastructure) is selected. b.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Use a browser to connect to the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network. You can check the status bar in the Wireless Assistant for the current connection status. Note: If you cannot connect, see Chapter 4, “Troubleshooting”. For problems with accessing network resources, the Windows client and file and print sharing software might not be installed and configured correctly on your computers.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual c. In the Profile field, type the name of the profile. d. Click Apply. 3. Save your settings in a profile. a. Click Save Profile, and all the configuration settings are saved in this profile. b. Click Apply, then click Close to exit the Smart Wizard, or click Cancel to return to the previous settings. 4. Configure the computer network settings. a. Configure each computer with either a static IP address or with the IPX protocol. b.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual At this point the connection is established. Note: If you cannot connect, see “Removing the WNDA3100v2 Software” in Chapter 1. For problems accessing network resources, the Windows client and rile and print sharing software might not be installed or configured correctly on your computers. See the link to “Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing:” in Appendix B. Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection 1.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual About 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 WNDA3100v2 with exactly the same kind of wireless security settings.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Wireless network name (SSID): ______________________________ • 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-PSK, the other devices in the network cannot connect unless they are set to WPA-PSK as well, and are configured with the correct passphrase.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual b. Use the icon to open the Wireless Assistant. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-22 2. Configure the Security settings. a. In the Profile field, select the profile, or type in a profile name. b. In the Network Name (SSID) field, and then 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.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual b. Use the icon to open the Wireless Assistant. The Settings tab displays: Figure 2-23 2. Configure the Security settings. a. In the Profile field, 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.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual 4. Select Create with Passphrase, and enter the passphrase. The Wireless Assistant automatically generates 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 wireless devices. 5.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Statistics Settings The Statistics tab provides real time and historical trend information about the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 2-24 • • • • Transmit/Receive Performance (%). A real-time graph identifies the total, receive, and transmit utilization as a percentage the total possible. Transmit, Receive, and Total (TxRx).
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual About Your Wireless Assistant The About tab displays the current version information. Figure 2-25 The following information is displayed in the About tab: • 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 might violate local laws.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Advanced Settings You can use the Advanced Settings screen to configure the preamble (GHz) that the adapter uses. The available settings are Auto, 2.4 GHz, and 5 GHz. You can use the 5GHz range to avoid interference in the 2.4GHz range. The 2.4GHz range is commonly used by cordless telephones. Note: The default settings for the Fragmentation Threshold field and RTS/CTS Threshold field usually work fine.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Changing the setting in the Preamble field affects which options are available in the Wireless Mode section of this screen. You can change the preamble for better throughput if you experience interference, such as from a cordless telephone. Many cordless phones use 2.4 GHz, but some use 5 GHz or 6 GHz. • Auto. Up to 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). • Short. Use a 2.4 GHz preamble. • Long. Use a long preamble for 5 GHz networks. 3.
Chapter 3 Wireless Network Performance This chapter explains how to use your RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 to connect to your wireless local area network (WLAN) and how to maximize the performance of your WNDA3100v2 within your network. Included are scenarios for setting up your network in a mixed use environment and the trade-off of using different types of technology—wireless, wired, Powerline, etc.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Reduce interference. Avoid windows unless communicating between buildings. Place wireless devices away from various electromagnetic noise sources, especially those in the 2400–2500 MHz frequency band. Common noise-creating sources are: • – Computers and fax machines (no closer than 1 foot) – Copying machines, elevators, and cell phones (no closer than 6 feet) – Microwave ovens (no closer than 10 feet) Choose your settings.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Figure 3-1 In planning your network, think about which tasks will have the heaviest traffic flow between them.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Wireless A high-speed wireless router can provide a wireless data throughput of up to 300 Mbps using technology called multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO), in which multiple antennas transmit multiple streams of data. The use of multiple antennas also provides excellent range and coverage. With the introduction of the newer WPA and WPA2 encryption and authentication protocols, wireless security is extremely strong.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual • Streaming HD video requires 10 to 30 Mbps per stream. Because latency and packet loss can disrupt your video, plan to provide at least twice the capacity you need. • Streaming MP3 audio requires less than 1 Mbps per stream and does not strain most modern networks. Like video, however, streaming audio is also sensitive to latency and packet loss, so a congested network or a noisy link can cause problems.
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Chapter 4 Troubleshooting This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2. For information about connecting to wireless networks and the Internet, see “Basic Setup” in Chapter 1. Troubleshooting Tips Use the following information to solve common problems you may encounter. Also, refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support/main.asp. Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Action The LED is not lit.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Tips (continued) Problem Action Throughput is only 54 Mbps or only 14 Mbps. The RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 can operate at faster speeds. • At 54 Mbps you are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g network. See Chapter 3, “Wireless Network Performance”. • If you do not have a USB 2.0 port on your PC, the throughput is limited to the 14 Mbps of the USB 1.1 standard.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Ad Hoc Mode Is Not Working Correctly You must 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) field. 2. Select the Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) network type. 3. Click Initiate Ad Hoc. 4. Accept the default settings, or make your changes and click OK. 5. Click Apply.
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Appendix A Technical Specifications and Factory Default Settings Technical Specifications The following table provides technical specifications for the wireless USB adapter. Antenna 2 integrated internal wireless antennas Standards 802.11a, 802.11n draft 2.0, 802.11g, or 802.11b Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54, 08, 140, 246, and 300 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensing) Frequency 2.4 GHz to 2.
NETGEAR RangeMax Dual Band Wireless-N USB Adapter WNDA3100v2 User Manual Factory Default Settings The following table lists the default settings of your wireless USB adapter. Feature Description Smart Wizard Enabled Wireless Wireless Communication Enabled Wireless Network Name (SSID) Any (will connect to first wireless network that responds) Security Disabled Network Type Infrastructure Transmission Speed Autoa Country/Region United States (varies by region) Operating Mode 802.11a, 802.
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 Windows XP and Vista Wireless Configuration Utilities Application Note http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/ index.htm Internet Networking and TCP/IP Addressing: http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm Wireless Communications: http://documentation.netgear.
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