Netgear MA401RD User Manuals

Table of Contents

• Installation Guide for the Model MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card

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• Contents

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• Chapter 1 Introduction

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  • About the MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card

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  • Key Features and Related NETGEAR Products

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  • What’s in the Box?

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• Chapter 2 Installing the MA401 802.11b Wireless PC Card

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  • What You Will Need Before You Begin

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    • Verify System Requirements

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    • Observe Location and Range Guidelines

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  • Two Basic Operating Modes

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  • MA401 Default Wireless Configuration Settings

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  • Using the MA401 to Connect to a Wireless Access Point Network in Infrastructure Mode

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  • Setup Instructions

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    • For Windows XP Users Installing a MA401

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    • For Windows 98/Me Users Installing a MA401

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    • For Windows 2000 Users Installing a MA401

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  • Using the MA401 to Connect in Ad-Hoc Mode

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  • MA401 Wireless Connection Indicators

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    • Interpreting the LED on the MA401

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    • Interpreting System Tray Icon Colors

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  • Troubleshooting Tips

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• Chapter 3 Protecting Your Wireless Connection

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  • Enabling Basic Wireless Security Features

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    • Identifying the Wireless Network Name (SSID) and WEP Security Settings

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    • Setting the Wireless Network Name (SSID)

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    • Configuring WEP Encryption Security

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