The wireless adapter is not getting an ip address – NETGEAR RangeMax Next Wireless Notebook Adapter WN511B User Manual
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I cannot connect to the AP that I want from the Networks browser
list.
The access point is available and there is good signal strength. There are a few possibilities:
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If the access point (AP) is WPA-PSK protected, you need the correct WPA-PSK passphrase.
Otherwise, the Wireless Adapter will still be connected to the previous access point and you
will not be able to change to the WPA-PSK access point.
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If the access point is WEP protected (either 64-bit or 128-bit encryption), you will be
prompted to enter the WEP encryption security information.
The Wireless Adapter is not getting an IP address
You probably upgraded your Wireless Adapter software and did not reboot your system.
To get an IP address assigned, you can either restart your computer or choose another access point
to connect to. If there are no additional access points for you to choose from, restart your system
and connect to your desired access point again.
Why do I see no more than 54 Mbps on the status bar?
The wireless adapter can operate at 270 Mbps. You are probably connecting to a standard 802.11g
network. If you use the NETGEAR WNR834B RangeMax™ NEXT Wireless Router you will see
network speeds up to 270 Mbps.
Also, when you use wireless security, choose the WPA2-PSK option ensure the highest
performance between a WN511B and a WN511B.
If you are connecting to an 802.11b network, the maximum 802.11b speed is 11 Mbps.
Why do I see two Wireless Adapter icons in the System Tray?
If you see two icons in the System Tray at the bottom right corner of the screen, you have an older
software version installed on your system and it needs to be removed. See
“Upgrading the Wireless Adapter Software” in Chapter 2
Note: It does not usually help to shut down the Smart Wizard or disable/enable the
adapter.