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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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