Getting Started
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A6100 WiFi USB Mini Adapter
View Network Details
Before you join a network, you can view details to help you determine which network to join:
• Network name (SSID).
The name assigned to a wireless network. As a security
measure, some wireless access points do not broadcast their SSIDs. In such cases, the
network is hidden. The name (SSID) field is blank even though the rest of the information
is displayed.
• Channel.
The channel on which the wireless network operates. NETGEAR recommends
that you choose a network that uses a different channel from that of neighboring
networks.
• W
ireless Mode. The wireless technology used for the router or access point, such as N,
A, G, B, or AC.
• WPS support. Identifies whether the router or access point for this network supports
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
• MAC address.
The unique hardware address of the wireless device broadcasting this
information. Typically, the wireless device is a wireless router or access point.
To view network details:
1. Insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer
.
2. Click the NETGEAR genie icon that displays on the Windows systems tray or on the
desktop.
The NETGEAR genie Home screen displays.
3. Click the Join a Network button.
The Join a Network screen displays:
4. Click a network name.
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