User Manual

NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless-N ExpressCard WN711 User Manual
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v1.0, June 2008
Joining a Network
During installation, the wireless adapter either connects to a wireless access point or router, or lists
the available networks to let you select a network. After installation you can use the Join a
Network button or the Networks tab at any time to connect to another access point or router or to
view the available networks and select one:
• If none of the wireless access points or routers in the network support WPS, or if you prefer to
manually select a network, see “Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet” on
page 1-7.
• If a wireless access point or router in the network supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), see
“Using WPS to Connect to a Wireless Network”.
Depending on whether or not a wireless access point or router in the network supports Wi-Fi
Protected Setup (WPS), the Smart Wizard presents different screens.
To join a network:
1. Use the icon to open the Smart Wizard. On the status bar, click Join a Network.
2. If the Smart Wizard detects an access point or router with WPS, it displays the WPS screen. To
connect manually, select No, and click Next.
Note: Unless you are using WPS, make sure that you know the security settings for the
network that you want to use. For example, if WEP is used, then you need to know
the WEP key. If you use secure networks frequently, set up profiles for each
network with the wireless network and security settings.
Figure 2-3