User's Manual

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the NETGEAR HA311 802.11a Wireless PCI Adapter. This wireless PCI

adapter enables you to network various PC’s together without physically laying any wire and

delivers high-speed wireless performance – up to 54 Mbps, 72 Mbps in turbo mode. It provides

small business networks with reliable, standards-based 802.11a LAN connectivity that is

protected with industry-standard security against unauthorized access. NETGEAR's 802.11a

solution is interference-free and coexists with 802.11b and Bluetooth™ devices. It works with

Windows

98, Me, NT 4.0, 2000, and XP operating systems.

This installation guide shows you how to install the adapter and the software for the adapter, and

configure it to create a wireless network. Setup is easy—follow the instructions in this guide and

your system will be up and running quickly.

If you have problems, there is a troubleshooting section on page 18 to help you. Or you can get

more detailed troubleshooting information from the reference guide on the HA311 Resource CD-

ROM. NETGEAR also offers free support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on the Web

(www.NETGEAR.com), by e-mail (support@NETGEAR.com), and by phone (see the provided

support information card for phone numbers).

Installation Overview

Estimated setup time: 10 to 15 minutes

1. Determine the configuration of your wireless network.

2. Install the wireless PCI adapter.

3. Install the wireless configuration utility for the adapter.

4. Configure the adapter.

5. Test the connection.

For more detailed information about installation, troubleshooting, and configuration procedures,

see the reference guide on the HA311 Resource CD-ROM.