NETGEAR N130 WNA3100M - User Manual

Installation Guide
N300 WiFi USB Mini Adapter
Model WNA3100M
Package Contents
N130 Wireless Micro USB Adapter
WNA3100M
N300 Wireless Adapter
Resource CD with NETGEAR Genie
Installation
Estimated completion time: 10 minutes.
1. In
sert the Resource CD in your computer’s CD drive. If the CD main screen
does not display, browse the files on the CD, and double-click Autorun.exe.
2. C
lick Setup.
The Software Update Chec
k screen displays.
3. If
you are connected to the Internet, click Check for Updates. If not, then click
Install from CD.
4. C
lick I agree to accept the license agreement, and then click Next.
A message displays asking you to wait whi
le software is installed. This might
take a few minutes. Then you are prompted to insert your adapter.
5. Insert the adapter into a USB port on your computer.
Note: F
or best results, put the wireless adapter at least 4 feet (1 meter) away
from your router.
6. C
lick Next.
NETGEAR Genie displays a list of wireless networks in your area.
Join a Wireless Network
You can join a wireless network from this NETGEAR Genie screen, or you can use
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) if your wireless network supports it.
• NETGEA
R Genie: Click your wireless network to select it from the list, and then
click Connect. If the network is secure, enter its password or network key.
• WPS: Pre
ss and hold the WPS button on the side of the adapter for 2 seconds.
Within 2 minutes, press the WP
S button on your wireless router or gateway.
The adapter joins the network, which can take a few minutes. Your settings are
saved in a profile.

Summary

Installation Guide

Installation Steps

Follow detailed steps to install the N300 WiFi USB Mini Adapter, including CD setup and adapter insertion.

Joining a Wireless Network

Learn how to join a WiFi network using NETGEAR Genie or WPS for seamless connectivity.

Connection Status

Interpreting Connection Status Icons

Understand the NETGEAR genie icon colors (White, Yellow, Red) to gauge your WiFi connection strength.

Support

Support Resources and Registration

Find information on product registration, web support, user manuals, and regulatory compliance.

NETGEAR N130 WNA3100M Specifications

General

Interface	USB 2.0
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz
Security	WEP, WPA, WPA2
Antenna	Internal
Wireless Speed	Up to 300 Mbps
Wireless Standards	IEEE 802.11b/g/n
Operating System Support	Windows XP, Vista, 7