NETGEAR MA521 User Manual

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver for the MA521 802.11b Wireless
PC Card.
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For Windows 98/Me users, once the [Please insert the disk labeled “Windows 98/Me
CD-ROM,” and then click OK] window appears, enter the path corresponding to the
appropriate drives and click OK. Usually these files can be found at C:\Windows or
C:\Windows\System.
• For Windows 2000 users, a Digital Signature Not Found message may appear. Click
Yes to proceed.
• For Windows XP users, a Windows Logo Testing Not Found dialog box may appear.
Click Continue Anyway to proceed.
4. Click Finish to complete the installation.
Verify the Driver Installation
It is a good idea to confirm that the MA521 802.11b Wireless PC Card has been properly
installed. Follow the instructions that apply to your computer system:
1. From the Windows desktop, right-click My Computer.
2. Click Properties.
3. Open Device Manager:
• Windows 98/Me users – Select the Device Manager folder tab.
• Windows 2000/XP users – Select the Hardware folder tab, and click on the Device
Manager button.
4. Double-click Network Adapters. There should be no yellow exclamation mark or red cross
icon on the NETGEAR MA521 802.11b Wireless PC Card selection, as shown here.
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NETGEAR MA521 Specifications

Network Specifications

network speeds	1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (auto rate capable)
modulation type	DBPSK, DQPSK, CCK
frequency band	2400 - 2497 MHz ISM band (channels 1 - 14)

Operating Environment

operating temperature	0 to 55° C (32 to 131° F)
storage temperature	-20 to 75° C (-4 to 167° F)
operating humidity	10-90% room humidity, noncondensing

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions	100 x 54 x 5 mm (3.93 x 2.13 x 0.2 in.)
weight	37 g (1.3 oz)