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Page 2 - Technical Support; , we can provide you with faster expert technical; Statement of Conditions

ii 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 Inform...

Page 3 - FCC Information to User; NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3

March 2005 iii FCC Information to User This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to be used with approved antennas only. Any product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications and approvals FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure In order t...

Page 4 - Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference

March 2005 iv Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations This digital apparatus (Model WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter) does not exceed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Departm...

Page 5 - Contents

Contents v Contents Chapter 1 Introduction About the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter ................................................................... 1-1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products ............................................................ 1-1 What’s in the Box? ......................

Page 7 - Glossary

Contents vii Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000 ........................................... C-11 Glossary List of Glossary Terms ................................................................................................... D-1 Index

Page 9 - Chapter 1; Mbps WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter.; About the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter; Related NETGEAR Products

Introduction 1-1 Chapter 1 Introduction This chapter introduces the features, package contents, and appearance of the NETGEAR ® 54 Mbps WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter. About the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 gives you flexibility to install the PC in ...

Page 10 - NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Resource CD

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 1-2 Introduction The following NETGEAR products can be configured to communicate with the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter: • WG602 54 Mbps Wireless Access Point • WGR614 54 Mbps Cable/DSL Wireless Router • WGR511 54 Mbps Wireless P...

Page 11 - A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’; A Road Map for How to Get There From Here

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Introduction 1-3 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 allo...

Page 15 - Chapter 2; Chapter 4, “Configuration”; What You Will Need Before You Begin; Verify System Requirements; Pentium

Basic Setup 2-1 Chapter 2 Basic Setup This section describes how to install your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 and set up basic wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN). Advanced wireless network configuration is covered in Chapter 4, “Configuration” in this m...

Page 16 - Observe Location and Range Guidelines; Large metal surfaces; Two Basic Operating Modes; Infrastructure Mode:; An 802.11 networking framework in which devices and computers; WG311 v3 Default Wireless Configuration Settings

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 2-2 Basic Setup Observe Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks indoors at a range which varies significantly based on the physical location of the computer with the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wire...

Page 17 - ANY; — a special name which indicates the; Infrastructure; Data security WEP encryption:; Disabled; Basic Installation Instructions

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-3 Your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 factory default basic settings are: • Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): ANY — a special name which indicates the first available network will be use...

Page 18 - For Windows XP Users Installing a WG311 v3; Install the WG311 v3 software.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 2-4 Basic Setup For Windows XP Users Installing a WG311 v3 Install the WG311 v3 software. a. Power on your computer, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed. b. Insert the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Ad...

Page 19 - Next

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-5 Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3. a. Shut down the PC and remove the power cord. Insert the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot. Connect the antenna to the adapter and...

Page 20 - Apply; work

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 2-6 Basic Setup Configure your WG311 v3 and save the Profile. a. Click the system tray icon to open the WG311 v3 Smart Wizard Wireless Assistant. The Settings page opens. b. Change the Network Name SSID to match your network. Tip...

Page 21 - Verify wireless connectivity to your network.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-7 Verify wireless connectivity to your network. a. Click the WG311 v3 icon in the Windows system tray to open the wizard. b. Verify that your connection information matches your wireless network. c. Verify connectiv...

Page 23 - b. Reconnect the power cord and reboot; and follow the prompts to; Finish; to close the

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-9 Install the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3. a. Shut down the PC and remove the power cord. Insert the WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter into an available PCI slot. b. Reconnect the power cord and reboot...

Page 25 - WG311 v3 Wireless Connection Indicators

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-11 WG311 v3 Wireless Connection Indicators The NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 SysTray icon, which is on the System Tray portion of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop, is an indicator that gi...

Page 26 - Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors; Basic Troubleshooting Tips; Appendix C, “Preparing Your PCs for

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 2-12 Basic Setup Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors The System Tray (SysTray) resides on one end of the taskbar in the Microsoft Windows desktop. Basic Troubleshooting Tips If you have problems connecting to your wireless netwo...

Page 27 - About Page; The About page shows the following information:; Configuration Utility Software:; The version and release date of this utility.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Basic Setup 2-13 About Page The About page displays important information about the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3. Figure 2-1: About page The About page shows the following information: • Regional Domain: This is ...

Page 29 - Chapter 3; Understanding the Configuration Options; Configure wireless settings.; Using Configuration Profiles; You can store multiple profiles and recall the one which matches

Configuration 3-1 Chapter 3 Configuration This section describes how to configure your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 for wireless connectivity on your Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) and use the data security encryption features. Understanding the Configuration Options The WG311 v...

Page 30 - Infrastructure Mode —; “Wireless Networking Overview”; Networks Tab Page

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-2 Configuration There are two types of wireless network connections you can configure: • Infrastructure Mode — uses the 802.11 infrastructure mode. • Ad-Hoc Mode — uses the 802.11 ad-hoc mode For more information on 802.11 wire...

Page 31 - broadcasting this information.; To connect to a network:; Click Scan to view the available networks.; Connecting to an Access Point in Infrastructure Mode; Run the WG311 v3 Configuration Utility.; in the Windows system tray to open the Settings tab page.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Configuration 3-3 • MAC Address: Identifies the hardware address (MAC Address) of the wireless device broadcasting this information. • Mode: Identifies the type of wireless network — Access Point (Infrastructure) or Computer-to-c...

Page 32 - Configure the wireless Network settings.; Type a descriptive name for the; “Basic Troubleshooting Tips” on page 2-12; Connecting to Another PC in Ad Hoc Mode

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-4 Configuration 2. Configure the wireless Network settings. a. In the Network Type section, be sure that Infrastructure is selected. b. Enter the SSID. This is also called the Wireless Network Name. Note: You will not get a wir...

Page 33 - To Configure an Ad Hoc Mode Profile; Note

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Configuration 3-5 To Configure an Ad Hoc Mode Profile 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 other appropriate Windows networking configurati...

Page 34 - networking tutorial on your; Verify wireless connectivity between your peer devices.; Verify connectivity by using the Ping program:

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-6 Configuration 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 or the IPX protocol, refer to the ne...

Page 35 - defaults to the highest speed.; Enabling Wireless Security Features; “Authentication and WEP” on page B-2

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Configuration 3-7 To Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network 1. Fill in 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 will appear,...

Page 36 - The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless; is the default WG311 v3 wireless network name (SSID). You can; WEP Security Encryption key:; they are different, you will not be able to connect.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-8 Configuration The procedures below identify how to configure the WEP encryption settings of your NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3. Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings Print this...

Page 37 - To Configure WEP Encryption Security

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Configuration 3-9 To Configure WEP Encryption Security Following the steps below to configure WEP Encryption Security. 1. Run the WG311 v3 Configuration Utility. Click the WG311 v3 icon in the Windows system tray and the Settings...

Page 38 - Select the WEP encryption strength you will use.; 4-bit WEP data encryption; for the changes to take effect.

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-10 Configuration 4. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The choices are: • 64-bit WEP data encryption • 128-bit WEP data encryption Note: Larger encryption keys require more processing and may slow the communicatio...

Page 39 - Statistics Tab Page; A real time graph identifying the Total, Receive, and; Transmit Statistics:

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Configuration 3-11 Statistics Tab Page The Statistics page provides real time and historical trend information on the data traffic and performance of your wireless adapter. Figure 3-6: Statistics tab page • Transmit/Receive Perfo...

Page 40 - Advanced Settings Page; Fragmentation Threshold:; This is the maximum packet size used for fragmentation. Packets

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 3-12 Configuration Advanced Settings Page Generally, the Advanced settings should not require adjustment. Except for the power saving setting, changing any of the settings incorrectly on this page could cause your wireless connec...

Page 41 - Appendix A

Technical Specifications A-1 Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 . Antennae 2 Integrated internal diversity antennae Radio Data Rate 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps (Auto Rate Sensi...

Page 43 - Appendix B; This chapter provides an overview of Wireless networking.; Wireless Networking Overview; Infrastructure Mode

Wireless Networking Basics B-1 Appendix B Wireless Networking Basics This chapter provides an overview of Wireless networking. Wireless Networking Overview The WG311 v3 Wireless PCI Adapter conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11b standard for wireless LANs (W...

Page 44 - Authentication and WEP

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 B-2 Wireless Networking Basics Ad-Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) In an ad-hoc network, computers are brought together as needed; thus, there is no structure or fixed points to the network - each node can generally communicate ...

Page 45 - Open System Authentication

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Wireless Networking Basics B-3 802.11 Authentication The 802.11 standard defines several services that govern how two 802.11 devices communicate. The following events must occur before an 802.11 Station can communicate with an Et...

Page 46 - Shared Key Authentication; The station sends an authentication request to the access point.; Open System Steps

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 B-4 Wireless Networking Basics Figure B-1: 802.11 open system authentication Shared Key Authentication The following steps occur when two devices use Shared Key Authentication: 1. The station sends an authentication request to th...

Page 47 - Overview of WEP Parameters; network uses Open System Authentication.; Use WEP for Encryption:; A transmitting 802.11 device encrypts the data portion of every; Use WEP for Authentication and Encryption:; A transmitting 802.11 device encrypts the data; Use WEP for Authentication Only; Authentication without data encryption).; Shared Key Steps

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Wireless Networking Basics B-5 Figure B-2: 802.11 shared key authentication Overview of WEP Parameters Before enabling WEP on an 802.11 network, you must first consider what type of encryption you require and the key size you wan...

Page 48 - Key Size

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 B-6 Wireless Networking Basics Key Size The IEEE 802.11 standard supports two types of WEP encryption: 40-bit and 128-bit. The 64-bit WEP data encryption method, allows for a five-character (40-bit) input. Additionally, 24 factor...

Page 49 - Wireless Channels; The radio frequency channels used are listed in; b and g Radio Frequency Channels

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Wireless Networking Basics B-7 Whatever keys you enter for an AP, you must also enter the same keys for the client adapter in the same order. In other words, WEP key 1 on the AP must match WEP key 1 on the client adapter, WEP key...

Page 51 - Appendix C; Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking

Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-1 Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access This appendix describes how to prepare your PCs to connect to the Internet through the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3. For adding file and print sharing to your network, please consult the Windo...

Page 52 - Install or Verify Windows Networking Components; To install or verify the necessary components for IP networking:

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 C-2 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Install or Verify Windows Networking Components To install or verify the necessary components for IP networking: 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and ...

Page 53 - Network Neighborhood

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-3 a. Click the Add button. b. Select Client, and then click Add.c. Select Microsoft. d. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. If you need to add File and Print Sharing fo...

Page 54 - Primary Network Logon

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 C-4 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Verify the following settings as shown: • Client for Microsoft Network exists • Ethernet adapter is present • TCP/IP is present • Primary Network Logon is set to Windows logon Click on th...

Page 55 - Selecting the Internet Access Method; Local Area Network” and click Next.; Verifying TCP/IP Properties; IP Address; tab is open on; Obtain an IP address automatically; is; OK

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-5 Selecting the Internet Access Method 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.2. Double-click the Internet Options icon.3. Select...

Page 56 - winipcfg; Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 C-6 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access 2. Type winipcfg , and then click OK. The IP Configuration window opens, which lists (among other things), your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. 3. From the drop-down box, se...

Page 57 - DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or 2000

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-7 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or 2000 You will find there are many similarities in the procedures for different Windows systems when using DHCP to configure TCP/IP. The follo...

Page 58 - Properties button

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 C-8 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access Now you should be at the Local Area Network Connection Status window. This box displays the connection status, duration, speed, and activity statistics. Administrator logon access rights ...

Page 59 - DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-9 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000 After you install a network card, TCP/IP for Windows 2000 is configured and set to DHCP without your having to configure it. However, if there...

Page 61 - Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000; The Run window opens.; A command window opens

Reference Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PCI Adapter WG311 v3 Preparing Your PCs for Network Access C-11 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000 To check your PC’s TCP/IP configuration: 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run. The Run window opens. 2...

Page 63 - List of Glossary Terms

Glossary 1 Glossary List of Glossary Terms Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE 802.3 specification for 100 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 802.11b IEEE...

Page 69 - Numerics; Index

Index-1 Numerics 802.11b B-1 A access point infrastructure mode 3-3 ad hoc mode 3-4, B-2 configuring a profile 3-5starting a network 3-7 advanced settings 3-12 B BSSID B-2 C configuration profiles 3-1 E ESSID B-2 F features 1-1 I infrastructure mode B-2 configuring a profile 3-3 installation 2-3 Win...