NETGEAR WGE101 User manual

WGE101
802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge
High-speed 54 Mbps Wireless Access to Your Game
Console, PC, or Internet Radio
Now you can make the most of your computer games and entertainment. With NETGEAR’s
802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge, you can finally enjoy Internet radio and video
streaming from your PC throughout your home without those annoying “rebuffering“ delays.
Take part in networked multiplayer gaming across the Internet and even within your own
home without running any new wires, even if your game console has only an Ethernet
port. Experience greater range than ever before, reaching every corner of your home in
combination with your NETGEAR 802.11g Wireless Router. As well as giving you easy
access to your home wireless router or office network, it’s fully compatible with any 802.11b
or 802.11g device and comes equipped with protection against wireless eavesdroppers.
Compact and portable for easy placement anywhere in your home.
Gain high-speed 54 Mbps access to your gaming console, PC, or Internet radio, with high
bandwidth available up to 1,800 feet to access your router from any room. Multi-device bridging
mode supports connection to multiple Ethernet devices via a hub, router, or switch. The detachable
antenna creates uniform blanket coverage without dead spots. Supports Ad-Hoc mode – ideal for
small networks, it can communicate with other devices without requiring an access point. Fully
backwards compatible, it operates in both 802.11b or 802.11g networks.
Quickly creates or extends a network without the time or expense of installing Ethernet cables.
Compact and portable for easy placement anywhere in your home, it mounts on a wall to save
desk space and eliminate clutter. Includes an Ethernet cable for connecting your computer or
gaming console. Supports Windows®98, Me, 2000, and XP, and is upgradable with firmware
updates via the Web.
Protects your wireless communications. Tested and proven technology using advanced, high-quality
components ensures reliable performance. NETGEAR round-the-clock technical support is always
at your service.
Dynamic
Flexible
Worry Free
Everybody’s Connecting. ™
• Help is there when you need it!
NETGEAR provides 24x7
telephone and e-mail technical
support* in English with selected
local language support during
office hours.

WGR614 802.11g
Cable/DSL
Wireless Router
Cable/DSL
modem
Gaming console with
WGE101 802.11g Wireless
Ethernet Bridge
family
room
family
room
Macintosh computer with
WGE101 802.11g Wireless
Ethernet Bridge
Internet
Desktop PC with
Ethernet connection
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
Phone: 1-888-NETGEAR
E-mail: [email protected]
www.NETGEAR.com
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*Free basic installation support provided
for 90 days from date of purchase;
optional premium support available.
D-WGE101-0
System Requirements
-PC with available Ethernet port
-Windows®98, Me, 2000, or XP
-2 Mbytes of available disk space
-Cable/DSL Router
Package Contents
-Wireless Ethernet Bridge WGE101
-Ethernet cable
-Power adapter
-Resource CD
-Installation guide
-Warranty card
-Support information card
NETGEAR Related Products
-WGR614 802.11g Cable/DSL Wireless Router
-WG511 802.11g CardBus PC Card
-WG311 802.11g PCI Adapter
-WG602 802.11g Wireless Access Point
Product Specifications
•Utility:
-Windows®98, Me, 2000, XP
•Network Speeds:
-802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (auto rate capable)
-802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps
(auto rate capable)
•Network Port:
-One 10BASE-T/100BASE-T Ethernet port
•LED Displays:
-Power, Wireless Link/Act, Ethernet Link/Act
•Power Adapter:
-12 VDC 1.2A, plug is localized to country of sale
for North America, Japan, UK, Europe, Australia
•Frequency Band:
-2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
-2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI)
-2.457 ~ 2.462 GHz (Spain)
•Channels:
-North America: 11 Channels
-Europe: 13 Channels
•Modulation Type:
-OFDM with BPSK, QPSK, 16QAM, 64QAM,
DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK
•Encryption:
-40/64-bit & 128-bit WEP Encryption
•Antenna:
-2 dBi external detachable
•Physical Specifications:
-Dimensions: 28 x 175 x 118 mm
(1.1 x 6.9 x 4.7 in.)
-Weight: 0.3 kg (0.7 lb)
•Electromagnetic Compliance:
-FCC Part 15 Sub Class B
-CE
•Warranty:
-NETGEAR 3-year warranty
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WGE101 802.11g Wireless Ethernet Bridge