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... and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. If this document without notice. NETGEAR, INC. For other than the ... Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of their respective holders. E-mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, Smart Wizard, and Auto Uplink are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful ...
... and Regulatory Notices FCC Statement The NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 has been tested and complies with faster expert technical support and timely notices of product and software upgrades. If this document without notice. NETGEAR, INC. For other than the ... Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of their respective holders. E-mail: support@netgear.com North American NETGEAR website: http://www.netgear.com Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, Smart Wizard, and Auto Uplink are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful ...
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...Class B digital apparatus complies with any other channels is subject to be operated. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøíslušn...233; à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence." erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. The highest SAR level measured for this device is...
...Class B digital apparatus complies with any other channels is subject to be operated. tímto prohlašuje, že tento NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 je ve shodì se základními požadavky a dalšími pøíslušn...233; à l'extérieur, il doit faire l'objet d'une licence." erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. The highest SAR level measured for this device is...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Wireless Security ...2-14 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 2-15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 2-16 Setting up WPA2-PSK Security 2-17 ...
NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Wireless Security ...2-14 Wireless Network Name (SSID) and Security Settings 2-15 Setting Up WEP Encryption Security 2-16 Setting up WPA2-PSK Security 2-17 ...
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About This Manual The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual describes how to highlight special messages: Note: This format is written for readers with intermediate computer and ...manual is used to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 March 2008 ix v1.0, March 2008 This manual uses the following formats to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711. The information in this manual are described in the following ...
About This Manual The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual describes how to highlight special messages: Note: This format is written for readers with intermediate computer and ...manual is used to these specifications: Product Version Manual Publication Date NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 March 2008 ix v1.0, March 2008 This manual uses the following formats to install, configure and troubleshoot the NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711. The information in this manual are described in the following ...
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.... online knowledge base for browsing forward or backward through the manual one of contents or index to navigate directly to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. The PDF version of the chapter you can choose one page at the top left of the manual is dedicated to PDF... chapter you want to print the page contents. • Printing from HTML. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to view and print PDF files.
.... online knowledge base for browsing forward or backward through the manual one of contents or index to navigate directly to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. The PDF version of the chapter you can choose one page at the top left of the manual is dedicated to PDF... chapter you want to print the page contents. • Printing from HTML. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to view and print PDF files.
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Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left corner of any page in the upper left corner of the complete manual. xi v1.0, March 2008 Tip: If your browser window. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual - Printing a PDF version of any page. • Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left corner of your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. The PDF version of the complete manual opens in a browser window. • Click the print icon in the manual.
Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left corner of any page in the upper left corner of the complete manual. xi v1.0, March 2008 Tip: If your browser window. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual - Printing a PDF version of any page. • Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left corner of your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. The PDF version of the complete manual opens in a browser window. • Click the print icon in the manual.
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...wireless network settings of the wireless network where you will connect before you connect a computer to complete the installation of the WN711 driver software. It is designed for the original Windows operating system installation files to wireless networks. You must verify that ...Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at http://www.netgear.com. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual lets you can set up your wireless Express Card and connect. Advanced wireless ...
...wireless network settings of the wireless network where you will connect before you connect a computer to complete the installation of the WN711 driver software. It is designed for the original Windows operating system installation files to wireless networks. You must verify that ...Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at http://www.netgear.com. Chapter 1 Basic Setup The NETGEAR® RangeMax™ Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual lets you can set up your wireless Express Card and connect. Advanced wireless ...
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..., including the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - Default Wireless Settings If this is a new wireless... the effective range decreases if such materials are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant - NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual • Microwave ovens • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices...
..., including the original packing materials, in the Box The product package should contain the following items: • NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 • Installation Guide • Resource CD, including: - Default Wireless Settings If this is a new wireless... the effective range decreases if such materials are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant - NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual • Microwave ovens • 2.4 GHz cordless phones In general, wireless devices...
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.... Figure 1-1 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 The Check for the Wireless Express Card to communicate with an access point or router. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Your Wireless Express Card factory default basic settings are covered in this section explain how to install the Wireless Express Card to connect ...
.... Figure 1-1 1-3 v1.0, March 2008 The Check for the Wireless Express Card to communicate with an access point or router. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Your Wireless Express Card factory default basic settings are covered in this section explain how to install the Wireless Express Card to connect ...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual b. If not, you are connected to install from the CD. c. Follow the wizard prompts. • For Windows Vista computers, the Express Card is ... Wizard opens. When the Installation Complete message displays, click Next. 2. d. If you can choose to the Internet, click Check for the InstallShield wizard and the NETGEAR Smart Wizard™. • For Windows XP computers, if a Windows logo testing message displays, click Continue Anyway. • If a message that Windows Vista cannot verify...
NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual b. If not, you are connected to install from the CD. c. Follow the wizard prompts. • For Windows Vista computers, the Express Card is ... Wizard opens. When the Installation Complete message displays, click Next. 2. d. If you can choose to the Internet, click Check for the InstallShield wizard and the NETGEAR Smart Wizard™. • For Windows XP computers, if a Windows logo testing message displays, click Continue Anyway. • If a message that Windows Vista cannot verify...
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...your Wireless Express Card. Use the Smart Wizard to Manage Wireless Network Connections" in Appendix B. 4. Figure 1-3 • NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. See "Smart Wizard ... Next to let the wizard help you connect to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on page 1-7. • Windows configuration utilities. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 3. Figure 1-4 1-5 v1.0, March 2008 See the Windows documentation or click the link to the online document "Using...
...your Wireless Express Card. Use the Smart Wizard to Manage Wireless Network Connections" in Appendix B. 4. Figure 1-3 • NETGEAR Smart Wizard. Reveals more information about each network and makes it easier to troubleshoot network connection problems. See "Smart Wizard ... Next to let the wizard help you connect to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on page 1-7. • Windows configuration utilities. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 3. Figure 1-4 1-5 v1.0, March 2008 See the Windows documentation or click the link to the online document "Using...
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...) and for saving a profile. Depending on page 2-5for a detailed explanation of the wireless access points or routers in the network supports WPS, a WPS screen displays. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 5. Follow the wizard.
...) and for saving a profile. Depending on page 2-5for a detailed explanation of the wireless access points or routers in the network supports WPS, a WPS screen displays. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 5. Follow the wizard.
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...network connection. Solid indicates a connection. The LED blinks when the Wireless Express Card is color coded to establish your wireless connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual The WN711 icon appears in the lower right of the Windows task bar. The LED on page 1-8. • Smart Wizard status bar. It... and Internet connection. • Wireless Express Card LED. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. Click the WN711 icon to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on the desktop.
...network connection. Solid indicates a connection. The LED blinks when the Wireless Express Card is color coded to establish your wireless connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual The WN711 icon appears in the lower right of the Windows task bar. The LED on page 1-8. • Smart Wizard status bar. It... and Internet connection. • Wireless Express Card LED. The Smart Wizard Settings screen displays. The wizard initiates your wireless connection. Click the WN711 icon to Wireless Networks and the Internet" on the desktop.
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... Windows system tray. Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to the wireless access point. Security not enabled. 1-8 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual WN711 Icon Colors The WN711 icon is on one end of the Settings tab. Check your configuration, or try moving to any other wireless node, or...
... Windows system tray. Smart Wizard Status Bar Click the icon to the wireless access point. Security not enabled. 1-8 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual WN711 Icon Colors The WN711 icon is on one end of the Settings tab. Check your configuration, or try moving to any other wireless node, or...
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NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Channel Throughput Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Understanding the Status Bar (continued) The wireless channel used by clearing the check mark enabling ...; 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to the router is OK, but not to Router. Figure 1-9 If you clear the check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard will need to Internet. The Internet connection is a problem with a high-speed router or access point, and a highspeed Internet connection. If...
NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Channel Throughput Signal strength Join a Network Connection status Understanding the Status Bar (continued) The wireless channel used by clearing the check mark enabling ...; 169.254.x.x or The wireless connection to the router is OK, but not to Router. Figure 1-9 If you clear the check mark for Enable NETGEAR Smart Wizard, the NETGEAR Smart Wizard will need to Internet. The Internet connection is a problem with a high-speed router or access point, and a highspeed Internet connection. If...
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.... 1-10 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Removing the WN711 Software If necessary, you want to save. They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. Download the upgrade from the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, select Control Panel, Programs and Features. Then select the NETGEAR WN711 wireless adapter option, and...
.... 1-10 v1.0, March 2008 NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Removing the WN711 Software If necessary, you want to save. They will not be available at the NETGEAR website. Download the upgrade from the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, select Control Panel, Programs and Features. Then select the NETGEAR WN711 wireless adapter option, and...
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... to view the following sections in your computer. Click the Networks tab to open the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WN711 Smart Wizard to search for your wireless connection • Save your wireless network settings in profiles •...
... to view the following sections in your computer. Click the Networks tab to open the Smart Wizard. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Understanding the Smart Wizard These instructions explain how to use the NETGEAR WN711 Smart Wizard to search for your wireless connection • Save your wireless network settings in profiles •...
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... the type of the Networks tab are: • Help. Check for each other. The channel determines which operating frequency will be used. • N. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID). If many networks use the same channel they can click a column...
... the type of the Networks tab are: • Help. Check for each other. The channel determines which operating frequency will be used. • N. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual You can interfere with each network scanned: • Network Name (SSID). If many networks use the same channel they can click a column...
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... icon to let you use . To connect manually, select No, and click Next. 2-4 v1.0, March 2008 If you select a network. To join a network: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Joining a Network During installation, the wireless adapter either connects to a wireless access point or router, or lists the available networks to open...
... icon to let you use . To connect manually, select No, and click Next. 2-4 v1.0, March 2008 If you select a network. To join a network: 1. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual Joining a Network During installation, the wireless adapter either connects to a wireless access point or router, or lists the available networks to open...
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... point or router that supports WPS has a WPS symbol.) WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and WPA security key for the WN711, enter a personal identification number (PIN) that you try to connect to enable WPS with the access point or router. 2-5 v1.0, March... enable WPS, press a push button or push dome on page 1-8. You can use the status bar to configure. Review your network connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 3. Figure 2-4 4. Select a network from the drop-down list. For an access point or router that WPS is a fairly...
... point or router that supports WPS has a WPS symbol.) WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and WPA security key for the WN711, enter a personal identification number (PIN) that you try to connect to enable WPS with the access point or router. 2-5 v1.0, March... enable WPS, press a push button or push dome on page 1-8. You can use the status bar to configure. Review your network connection. NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual 3. Figure 2-4 4. Select a network from the drop-down list. For an access point or router that WPS is a fairly...