NETGEAR WN311B Driver Download (Official)
The WN311B is a network device manufactured by NETGEAR. Issues like weak Wi-Fi signal, slow DNS lookup, duplicate IP addresses, slow network and excessive CPU usage can be solved by updating this driver. This version of "wn311b_setup_1_1.exe" has been downloaded 95 times with a user rating of 5 out of 5 stars, based on 5 reviews. It is compatible with PCs running Windows XP, among other operating systems. The total disk space used for this update is 5.1 MB.
Supported Models
WN311B
Manufacturers
Supported Operating Systems
Windows XP, Windows 2000
File Name
wn311b_setup_1_1.exe (5.1 MB)
Additional Notes
WN311B Initial Release Firmware Version 1.1
Driver version: 4.80.17.0 (Supports Windows XP and Windows 2000)
Utility version: 4.16.3.8
Added option to connect at 130Mbps in adhoc mode to the Settings Page.
"Internet Conection" function is disabled when Europe domain is selected.
System tray icon not turns yellow when signal strength is poor.
"Networks" page detects the correct type (802.11b/802.11g) of AP and SSID.
"Fragmentation Threshold" option can not be modified from the advanced settings page.
Increased the frequency of wireless scan on the "Networks" page when the scan button is clicked.
Utility displays the correct channel when connecting to an AP operating in channel 12 or 13.
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Uploaded By
Alagappan (DG Staff Member) on 17-Aug-2006
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How to Update WN311B Device Drivers
Step 1 - Download Your Driver
To get the WN311B driver, click the green download button above. After you complete your download, move on to Step 2.
If the driver listed is not the right version or operating system, search our driver archive for the correct version. Enter NETGEAR WN311B into the search box above and then submit. In the results, choose the best match for your PC and operating system.
Tech Tip: If you are having trouble deciding which is the right driver, try the NETGEAR Driver Update Utility. It is a software utility which automatically finds and downloads the right driver.
To find the newest driver, you may need to visit the NETGEAR website. Most major device manufacturers update their drivers regularly.
Step 2 - Install Your Driver
After downloading your new driver, it's time to install it. For Windows users, the built-in Device Manager is your go-to tool for managing system devices and drivers. Here's how to use it:
Right-click the Start button to open the Quick Access menu.
Select "Device Manager" from the list of options.
In the Device Manager window, locate the device that needs updating.
Right-click on the device name and choose "Update driver" from the context menu.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Once the installation is complete, restart your computer to ensure the new driver is properly integrated and functional.
This simple process helps keep your system running smoothly and maintains compatibility with your hardware components.
Tech Tip: Driver downloads and updates come in a variety of file formats with different file extensions. For example, you may have downloaded an EXE, INF, ZIP, or SYS file. Each file type has a slighty different installation procedure to follow.
For more help, visit our Driver Support Page for step-by-step videos on how to install drivers for every file type.