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
