Netgear WG121 - 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter driver and firmware
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WG121 Installation Guide - Page 1
... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121, please make sure that your computer system has the following: • A Windows PC with a USB port. • Windows® 98/ME/2000/XP. Some versions of Windows will ask for
the Windows Installation CD-ROM during installation. • At least 5 Megabytes disk space.
Windows XP Basic Installation
1 First, install the WG121 software a. Power on...
WG121 Installation Guide - Page 2
... on autorun.exe.
c. Click the Install Driver & Utility link. d. Follow the InstallShield Wizard steps, click Finish. If prompted
to restart your computer, do so.
2 Next, install the WG121 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter a. Connect the USB cable to the WG121 and plug the other end of the cable in to a USB port on your PC. Note: If Windows 2000 displays a Digital Signature Not Found warning, click...
WG121 Product datasheet - Page 2
... USB port - Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP - 2 Mbytes of free hard drive space
Package Contents - WG121 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter - 5-ft (1.52 m) USB cable - Resource CD - Installation guide - Warranty/Support information card
NETGEAR Related Products - WGR614 54 Mbps Wireless Router - WGT624 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router - WG511 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card - WG511T 108 Mbps Wireless...
WG121 User Manual - Page 2
... Model WG121 wireless USB adapter has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT- AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the notes in the operating instructions. Federal...
WG121 User Manual - Page 3
... other antenna or transmitter."
Declaration Of Conformity We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model WG121 Cardbus Card Wireless Adapter complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference, and •...
WG121 User Manual - Page 9
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About the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 2-1 Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products 2-1 What's in the Box? ...2-2 A Road Map for 'How to Get There From Here 2-3 Chapter 3 Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin 3-1 Verifying System Requirements 3-1 Observing Location and Range Guidelines 3-2
Two Basic Operating Modes 3-2 WG121 Default Wireless Configuration Settings...
WG121 User Manual - Page 18
... cable • Installation Guide for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
(M-10205-01) • NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Resource CD, including:
- Driver and Configuration Utility Software - User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 - Animated Network Properties Configuration Tutorial - PC Networking Tutorial • Warranty and Support...
WG121 User Manual - Page 21
..." on page C-1 or refer
3. TCP/IP Internet networking to the PC Networking Tutorial on
software installed and
the NETGEAR 54 Mbps
configured on my PC
Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter
according to the requirements WG121 Resource CD and the
of the Internet service provider. Help information provided in the
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Windows system you are using.
Explorer or Netscape
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Navigator...
WG121 User Manual - Page 26
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
• Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional, 2000, Me, 98SE or 98 Some versions of Windows may ask for the original Windows operating system installation files to complete the installation of the WG121 driver software.
Observing Location and Range Guidelines
Computers can connect over wireless networks indoors at a range which...
WG121 User Manual - Page 28
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
Basic Installation Instructions
Use the procedure below that corresponds to the version of Windows you are using.
For Windows XP Users Installing a WG121
Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility software.
a. Power on your PC, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed.
b. Insert the Resource CD for...
WG121 User Manual - Page 32
...for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
For Windows 2000 & 98/Me Users Installing a WG121
Install the WG121 driver and configuration utility software.
Note: Windows 2000 may require you to be logged on with administrator rights.
a. Power on your PC, let the operating system boot up completely, and log in as needed.
b. Insert the Resource CD for the WG121 into your CD-ROM drive. The...
WG121 User Manual - Page 38
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
Troubleshooting
Use the information below to solve common problems you may encounter. Also, please refer to the knowledge base on the NETGEAR web site at www.netgear.com/support/main.asp.
Also, for problems with accessing network resources, the Windows software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers. ...
WG121 User Manual - Page 39
... the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
Note: As of the date of publication of this manual, the Windows XP HotFix #Q815485 can prevent wireless adapters from connecting to the Internet and prevent wireless adapters from reloading a working configuration after a restart of the computer. To see if HotFix #Q815485 is installed, look in Add Remove Programs from the Windows Control Panel...
WG121 User Manual - Page 40
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
3. Question: The product literature says the WG121 can operate at 54 Mbps. Why do I see no more than 14 Mbps speed on my WG121?
If your computer does not have a USB v2.0 port but rather a USB v1.1 type port, the WG121 will be limited to the maximum speed of the USB v1.1 port. USB v1.1 port maximum speed is 14 Mbps whereas the ...
WG121 User Manual - Page 44
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
For example, if you use your notebook PC to connect to a wireless network in an office and a wireless network in your home, you can create a profile for each wireless network. Then, you can easily load the profile that has all the configuration settings you need to join the network you are using at the time.
There are...
WG121 User Manual - Page 45
... (such as 192.168.0.1). For instructions on setting up static IP addresses on a Windows PC, refer to the PC Networking Tutorial included on the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121 Resource CD.
Follow the instructions below to configure an Ad-hoc mode profile. 1. Run the WG121 Configuration Utility.
a. Make sure the WG121 software is installed and the WG121 is connected to your PC...
WG121 User Manual - Page 47
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
Figure 4-2: Ping test results
At this point the connection is established. You may need to reboot in certain Windows operating systems such as Windows 98. Note: If you cannot connect, see the "Troubleshooting" on page 3-14. Also, for problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software ...
WG121 User Manual - Page 49
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
• Wireless Network Name (SSID): The Service Set Identification (SSID) identifies the wireless local area network. Any (First available network) is the default WG121 wireless network name (SSID). You may customize it using up to 32 alphanumeric characters. Write your customized wireless network name (SSID) on the line below. ...
WG121 User Manual - Page 63
... the Internet through the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121.
For adding file and print sharing to your network, please consult the Windows help information included with the version of Windows installed on each computer on your network.
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
Computers access the Internet using a protocol called TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/ Internet...
WG121 User Manual - Page 68
User Manual for the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter WG121
2. Type winipcfg, and then click OK. The IP Configuration window opens, which lists (among other things), your IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
3. From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated to show your settings, which should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP...