Wireless-G PCI Adapter
WG311
Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat

Provides wireless access to your desktop, notebook or public WiFi hotspots

Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software
Overview
Speed and Range with Internet Security
- Good for surfing the Internet, email and online chat
- Provides wireless access to your desktop, notebook or public WiFi hotspots
- Easy set up with Smart Wizard® installation software
- Maximum performance requires use with NETGEAR Wireless-G router
Features
- Delivers consistent wireless connections—no more dropped connections or dead spots
- Simple and secure way to share a broadband Internet connection
- Designed for your desktop PC
- Supports Windows® Vista™
Choose the NETGEAR product that is designed to meet your needs.
NETGEAR’s Wireless-G PCI Adapter (WG311) delivers consistent wireless access to your desktop, notebook or public WiFi hotspot, ensuring no more dropped connections or dead spots. The WG311 is a simple and secure way to share a broadband Internet connection. And, installation is fast and easy with NETGEAR’s Smart Wizard installation software. The WG311 is Standard 802.11g compliant and backwards compatible with 802.11g or 802.11b wireless routers.
NETGEAR’s Wireless-G PC Card (WG511) , PCI Adapter (WG311) and USB 2.0 Adapter (WG111) are optimized for use with the Wireless-G Router (WGR614).
Maximum performance achieved when used with Wireless-G Router
†Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate. NETGEAR makes no express or implied representations or warranties about this product’s compatibility with any future standards.
Specifications
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions (without antenna): 132.8 x 21.8 x 121 mm (5.23 x .86 x 4.76 in)
- Weight (including antenna): 115 g (4.06 oz)
Network Speeds
- 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps (auto rate capable)
- 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps (auto rate capable)
Drivers
- Microsoft® Windows® Vista™, XP, 2000, 98SE, Me
Interface
Frequency Band
- 2.412 ~ 2.462 GHz (US)
- 2.412 ~ 2.472 GHz (Europe ETSI)
Encryption
- 40-bit (also called 64-bit),128-bit WEP encryption
Electromagnetic Compliance
- FCC Part 15 Sub Class B
- CE
- C-Tick
- VCCI
Warranty
Package Contents
- Wireless-G PCI Adapter (WG311)
- Resource CD
- Installation guide
- Warranty Card
- Support Information Card
System Requirements