NETGEAR WNDA3100 - Manual (Page 7)

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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
Chapter 1
Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin ..................................................................................... 1
Verify System Requirements ....................................................................................... 1
Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines ..................................................... 2
What Is in the Box ............................................................................................................. 3
WNDA3100 Default Wireless Settings .............................................................................. 3
Installation ......................................................................................................................... 4
Installing the WNDA3100 Software ............................................................................. 4
Connecting the Wireless-N USB Adapter ................................................................... 5
Using the Smart Wizard to Set Up Your Wireless-N USB Adapter ............................. 6
Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet ........................................................... 8
WNDA3100 Icon Colors .............................................................................................. 9
Smart Wizard Status Bar ............................................................................................. 9
Wireless-N USB Adapter LED ................................................................................... 11
Placing the USB Adapter Cradle ..................................................................................... 11
Removing the WNDA3100 Software ............................................................................... 13
Upgrading the WNDA3100 Software ............................................................................... 13
Chapter 2
Network Connections and Wireless Security
Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility .............................................................. 1
Understanding the Smart Wizard ...................................................................................... 2
Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area ........................................................................... 2
Finding a Network .............................................................................................................. 4
Profiles ............................................................................................................................... 5