Document Outline

• Reference Manual for the Model MA101 802.11b Wireless PC Card
• Technical Support
• Contents
• Chapter 1 Introduction
  • About the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter
  • Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products
  • What’s in the Box?
  • A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’
    • Table 1-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here ...
• Chapter 2 Installing the MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter
  • What You Will Need Before You Begin
    • Verify System Requirements
    • Observe Location and Range Guidelines
  • Two Basic Operating Modes
  • MA101 Default Wireless Configuration Settings
  • Using the MA101 to Connect to a Wireless Network Access Point in Infrastructure Mode
    • Figure 21: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Infrastructure Mode
  • Setting Up the MA101 in Infrastructure Mode
    • For Windows XP Users Installing a MA101
      • a. Power on your computer and let the operating system boot up completely.
      • b. Locate an available USB port on the back of your computer.
      • c. Lift the antenna on the MA101.
      • d. Connect the USB cable from the MA101 USB Adapter to your computer.
      • a. After connecting the MA101, the Found New Hardware popup message appears, then the Wizard dialog displays.
      • b. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive.
      • c. After inserting the Model MA101 Resource CD, the Found New Hardware Wizard appears. Click the Next button to proceed with the Wizard.
      • d. The wizard will install the MA101 driver.
      • e. After the installation completes, click Finish to close the wizard.
      • a. Click on the “Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network even though this is not secure” check box.
      • b. Click Connect. The connection status popup message appears.
    • For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA101
      • a. Power on your computer and let the operating system boot up completely.
      • b. Have the Windows 98 or Me operating system installation files handy. Windows 98/Me needs these files to complete the installation of new network adapter drivers.
      • a. Run the Setup.exe program on the Model MA101 Resource CD.
      • b. Click Next and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
      • c. When the installation is complete, click Finish to close the wizard.
      • a. Lift the antenna on the MA101.
      • b. Locate an available USB port on the back of your computer.
      • c. Connect the USB cable from your computer to the MA101.
      • d. Click the CD-ROM drive box and click Next to proceed.
      • e. After the installation completes, click Finish to close the wizard.
      • f. Click Yes when asked if you want to reboot the system.
      • g. You should now see the Windows system tray icon on the right in the lower right portion of the Windows task bar.
      • a. The MA101 default settings are as follows:
      • b. Double click on the System Tray icon to run the wireless LAN configuration utility you just installed to verify your settings.
    • For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA101
      • a. Power on your computer and let the operating system boot up completely.
      • b. Have the Windows 2000 operating system installation files handy. Windows 2000 needs these files to complete the installation of new network adapter drivers.
      • c. Insert the Model MA101 Resource CD into your CD-ROM drive.
      • a. Run the Setup.exe program on the Model MA101 Resource CD.
      • b. Click Next and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
      • c. When the installation is complete, click Finish to close the wizard.
      • a. Lift the antenna on the MA101.
      • b. Locate an available USB port on the back of your computer.
      • c. Connect the USB cable from your computer to the MA101.
      • d. The Windows Found New Hardware Wizard dialog box displays. Click Next, and Next again at the search for the best driver screen.
      • e. If the Digital Signature Not Found warning appears, click Yes to continue. Netgear tested the MA101 for Windows 2000 compatibility. If asked, insert the Windows 2000 CD and follow the prompts.
      • f. Click Finish to close the wizard. Click Yes to reboot the system. You should now see the Windows system tray icon in the Windows task bar.
      • a. The MA101 default settings are as follows:
      • b. Double click on the System Tray icon to run the wireless LAN configuration utility you just installed to verify your settings.
  • Using the MA101 to Connect in Ad-Hoc Mode
    • Figure 22: MA101 802.11b Wireless USB Adapter in Ad-Hoc Mode
    • Setting Up a MA101 in Ad-Hoc Mode
      • a. Double click on the System Tray icon to run the wireless LAN configuration utility to make whatever configuration changes may be needed.
      • b. Set the MA101 as follows:
  • Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors
  • Troubleshooting Tips
• Chapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless Connection
  • Enabling Basic Wireless Security Features
    • Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings
    • Setting the Wireless Network Name (SSID)
      • 1. Run the Configuration Utility and select the Configuration tab page.
        • Figure 31: Changing the SSID
      • 2. To change the SSID, enter a new SSID.
      • 3. Click Apply or OK for the changes to take effect.
    • Configuring WEP Encryption Security
      • 1. Run the Configuration Utility and select the Security tab page.
        • Figure 32: Configuring WEP Encryption
      • 2. Select the WEP encryption strength you will use. The characters are case sensitive. Use the same values when configuring other wireless devices that will communicate with this wireless USB adapter.
      • 3. Click Apply then OK for the changes to take effect.
• Appendix A Technical Specifications
• Appendix B 802.11b Wireless Networking Basics
  • Related Publications
  • Wireless Networking
    • Wireless Network Configuration
      • Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)
      • Infrastructure Mode
    • Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)
    • Authentication and WEP Encryption
      • Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
    • Wireless Channel Selection
      • Table 31. 802.11 Radio Frequency Channels
• Appendix C Preparing Your PCs for Network Access
  • Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
  • Configuring Windows 98 and Me for TCP/IP Networking
    • Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
      • 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
      • 2. Double-click the Network icon.
        • a. Click the Add button.
        • b. Select Protocol, and then click Add.
        • c. Select Microsoft.
        • d. Select TCP/IP, and then click OK.
        • a. Click the Add button.
        • b. Select Client, and then click Add.
        • c. Select Microsoft.
        • d. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK.
        • a. Click the Add button.
        • b. Select Client, and then click Add.
        • c. Select Microsoft.
        • d. Select File and Print Sharing for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK.
      • 3. Restart your PC for the changes to take effect.
    • Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings in Windows 98 and Me
    • Selecting Windows’ Internet Access Method
      • 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
      • 2. Double-click the Internet Options icon.
      • 3. Select “I want to set up my Internet connection manually” or “I want to connect through a Local Area Network” and click Next.
      • 4. Select “I want to connect through a Local Area Network” and click Next.
      • 5. Uncheck all boxes in the LAN Internet Configuration screen and click Next.
      • 6. Proceed to the end of the Wizard.
    • Verifying TCP/IP Properties
      • 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run.
      • 2. Type winipcfg, and then click OK.
      • 3. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter.
  • Configuring Windows 2000 or XP for TCP/IP Networking
    • Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
      • 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.
      • 2. Double-click the Network and Dialup Connections icon.
      • 3. If an Ethernet adapter is present in your PC, you should see an entry for Local Area Connection. Double-click that entry.
      • 4. Select Properties.
      • 5. Verify that Client for Microsoft Networks and Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) are present. If not, select Install and add them.
      • 6. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), click Properties, and verify that Obtain an IP address automatically is selected.
      • 7. Click OK and close all Network and Dialup Connections windows.
      • 8. Then, restart your PC.
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP or 2000
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
    • Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP or 2000
      • 1. On the Windows taskbar, click the Start button, and then click Run.
      • 2. Type cmd and then click OK.
      • 3. Type ipconfig /all
      • 4. Type exit
• Index
  • Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
  • VCCI Statement
  • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
  • Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radiation Exposure Statement
  • Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations