NETGEAR WNA3100 - Wireless-N 300 USB Adapter User manual

Installation Guide
Install the Software
1. Insert the Resource CD in your computer’s CD drive. If the CD Welcome
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, then
click Install from CD.
4. Accept the license agreement. Then
click Next on the Setup Type screen
for Express (recommended) setup.
5. Follow the wizard steps to install the
software.
Insert Your Adapter
You are prompted to insert your adapter.
1. Either insert the adapter into a USB port
on your computer, or connect it with the
USB cable that came in the package
(see Using the USB Cable on the other
side of this guide).
Note: For best results, put the wireless
adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from
your router.
2. Click Next. The WNA3100 software
detects the adapter.
3. Follow the onscreen prompts for the NETGEAR wizard.
Connect to a Wireless Network
You are prompted to connect to a wireless network with one of these screens:
• WPS network: This network supports Push 'N' Connect (also called WPS). You
can follow the steps to use WPS to connect to a secure network without
entering a password.
• No WPS: Select your wireless network from the list and click Next. To connect
to a secure network, you must enter its passphrase or network key.
The adapter connects to the network, which can take a minute or two. The Smart
Wizard Settings screen displays. Your settings are saved in a profile, which you can
name.
The icon appears in the system tray and on the desktop. You can use it to open
the Smart Wizard to make changes or connect to a different wireless network.
WPS network No WPS
Profile name
N300 Wireless USB Adapter WNA3100
This guide explains express installation with the NETGEAR Smart Wizard. For help
with custom installation, see the User Manual on the Resource CD.
Estimated completion time: 10 minutes.
Package Contents
N300 Wireless USB Adapter
Resource CD
USB cable with adapter cradle

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Standalone Driver Installation
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 Windows Standalone Driver.
The driver is installed on your computer.
3. When prompted, either insert the adapter
into a USB port on your computer. or
connect it with the USB cable that came in
the package.
Note: For best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away from
your router.
4. When this message displays, click
Finish.
Connect to a Network
The screen that displays after you install
the driver depends on the Windows
version on your computer. This example
shows a Windows XP connection screen.
The icon appears in the system tray.
You can use it to make changes or
connect to a different wireless network.
For help managing wireless connections
in Windows, see your Windows
documentation.
Using the USB Cable
You can use the USB cable and adapter cradle to extend the range of your adapter
and obtain better wireless reception. Insert the adapter in the plastic cradle and
attach the USB cable to the adapter and the computer.
Technical Support
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After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and
use it to register your product at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. Registration is
required before you can use the telephone support service. Registration via our
website is strongly recommended.
Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com for product updates and Web support.
For additional information about setting up, configuring, and using your N300
Wireless USB Adapter, see the User Manual.
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