#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap how to#
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#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap Patch#
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For more information on Microsoft service pack and Knowledge Base, please refer to Microsoft Web Site.

#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap Patch#

If you are using WPA2 as your wireless security mode for your wireless network and the Windows Zero Config is in used to configure your wireless adapter (rather than NETGEAR Smart Wizard), then you need to download patch in Microsoft Knowledge Base article: KB893357. XP service pack 2 is required for the wireless USB adapter to operate correctly.

#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap install#

Please make sure you have install service pack 2 or higher on your computer. What operating system patch or service pack do I need to install on my Windows XP machine to ensure my wireless function works without error. Please set the security mode to WPA2 or WPA/WPA2 mixed mode in your wireless router and WNA3100 to gain 802.11n mode connection. On the new regulations,В you can only achieve up to 54 Mbps when WPA (TKIP) security mode is set. The WNA3100 is a Wi-Fi 11n 2.0 certified product, and itвЂ™s following the new WiFi regulations. Why do I always see 11g connection speed (54Mbps) with my wireless routers when using WNA3100 and security mode is set to WPA (TKIP) on the wireless router?

If you use Win7 or Vista SP2, you can use WCN (Windows Connect Now) or AutoConfig to input APвЂ™s PIN on the adapter GUI while the AP is at un-configured mode and your PC pops up a dialog to ask you to do that after you double click that AP SSID. Why there is no WPS AP PIN or Client PIN in NETGEAR WNA3100 Smart Wizard?ДЇor better userвЂ™s experience, NETGEAR Smart Wizard only supports WPS Push Button (either by hardware or software). It will help extend the wireless reception of your WNA3100.

Use the plastic cradle that came with the WNA3100 package.

You can use the adapterвЂ™s utility to check the network list andВ select a channel that is being use less by nearby wireless routers/AP.

Avoid using the same wireless channel that your neighbor is using.

Make sure you donвЂ™t have other wireless interference at the same location like 2.4GHz DECT phone, Bluetooth devices, 2.4GHz baby monitors, etc.

Under 802.11n wireless mode, the throughput and link rate will be higher than 802.11 b/g connection mode.

Please make sure to set your wireless router/AP to вЂњUp to 300MbpsвЂќ, or вЂњHT 20/40 MbpsвЂќ mode.

Some approaches may help you to get a higher link rate and throughput in your environment: How do I get higher link rate and throughput when using WNA3100? Which NETGEAR wireless router will provide the best performance using WNA3100?ДЄny of the 802.11n wireless router or access point from NETGEAR will provide the best performance when using WNA3100.

#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap how to#

If you need more instruction on how to install and configure the product, please refer to the Quick Installation Guide or User Reference manual on NETGEAR web site for more information. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard utility (or Windows Zero Config, VistaвЂ™s Auto Config, Windows 7 WCN) will allow you to configure the wireless adapter once the product is installed on your computer. The resource CD that comes with the product will provide a step-by-step instructions on how to install the adapter on your computer. You can also use the plastic adapter cradle in the package to extend the wireless range of your adapter and obtain better wireless reception.

#Netgear wna3100 download speed cap portable#

The USB dongle form factor makes this product portable and easy to carry with your laptop. WNA3100 is capable of supporting wireless speed up to 300Mbps with 11n HT40 supporting wireless routers and access points. It operates at 2.4GHz frequency and works with 802.11b/g, and 802.11n wireless routers and access points. The WNA3100 is a single band USB adapter that complies with the official 802.11n 2.0 specifications. Frequently Asked Questions for WNA3100 wireless USB adaptor are shown.