Netgear WG511 Wireless-G PC Card

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NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 factory default basic settings are:

• Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network)
Note: In order for the WG511 Wireless PC Card to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID).
• Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad Hoc): Infrastructure
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User Guide
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The User Guide is very extensive and contains all the details which are required for setting up and securing your internet. The sections that are covered in the user guide are
1. Introduction
2. Basic Setup
3. Configuration
4. Troubleshooting
Appendix A. - Technical Specifications
Appendix B - Wireless networking basics.
Appendix C - Preparing your PC ... more

Features
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• Reliable IEEE 802.11g and b standards-based wireless technology.
• Supports roaming between access points when configured in Infrastructure mode.
• 54 Mbps high speed data transfer. Wireless nodes negotiate to operate in the optimal data transfer rate. In a noisy environment or when the distance between the wireless nodes is far, the wireless nodes automatically fall back to operate at lower transfer rates.
• High level of data encryption using128-bit Shared Key WEP data encryption method. A lower level of data encryption or no data encryption is available to simplify your network setup or to
improve data transfer rate.
• WPA PSK (Wi-Fi Protected Access Pre-Shared Key) support.
• Device Type Network adapter
• Form Factor Plug-in module
• Interface Type CardBus
• Dimensions (WxDxH) 12 cm x 5.4 cm x 0.7 cm
• Weight 40 g
• Frequency Band 2.4 GHz

System requirements
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• System Requirements Microsoft Windows 98/ME, Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP

Warranty
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• Manufacturer Warranty of 3 years

Reach & Security
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Indoors, computers can easily connect to 802.11 wireless networks at distances of several hundred feet. Because walls do not always block wireless signals, others outside your immediate area could access your network. It is important to take appropriate steps to secure your network from unauthorized access.

Price
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GBP 30.54 incl of tax

Installation process
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The Installation process is simple and easy to follow. Just insert the CD which comes along with the product and click on the Install Driver and Utility option.

After this is done, insert the card in the slot provided in the laptop. I am not sure if there is a similar slot available in a PC and how it works on a PC. I have a Sony Viao Laptop with a built slot for the Wireless Card. So I just had to slip it into the slot. There is also a quick installation guide in the CD which is again a PDF file.

NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless PC Card WG511 factory default basic settings are:

• Network Name Service Set Identification (SSID): Any (First available network)
Note: In order for the WG511 Wireless PC Card to communicate with a wireless access point or wireless adapter, all devices must be configured with the same wireless network name (SSID).
• Network Mode (Infrastructure or Ad Hoc): Infrastructure
• Data security WEP encryption: Disabled

User Guide
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The User Guide is very extensive and contains all the details which are required for setting up and securing your internet. The sections that are covered in the user guide are
1. Introduction
2. Basic Setup
3. Configuration
4. Troubleshooting
Appendix A. - Technical Specifications
Appendix B - Wireless networking basics.
Appendix C - Preparing your PC for Network Access

I am not a computer expert and I was able to setup this without any problems. I have been using this product now for the last 3 months and have had no problems.

When you start your Laptop it takes a minute or two for the detection of the network, so have some patience. It will scan for the available networks and then you will see the green signal flashing (computer kind of icon) on the status bar. Now this indicates that it has detected the network and you can access the internet.

I can now watch my movies online in my bed with my laptop.....

Thanks for reading and enjoy the Wireless Technology........ 

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