Gigabyte GN-WB01GS user manual Configuration Screen, Current profile

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Figure 3-2. Current profile

Description of items in Figure 3-2is as follows:

Profile Name: A profile can be saved for various wireless settings in different environments, i.e. home, office, and the corner coffee shop.

SSID: The Network Name of the wireless router or Access Point.

Channel: Shows the current wireless channel.

Authentication: Sever authentication types. They include “OPEN”, “Shared”, “LEAP”, “WPA”, “WPA-PSK”, “WPA2” and “WPA2-PSK”.

Encryption: The type of encryption used in this profile: “None”, “WEP”, “AES” and “TKIP”.

Network Type: Informs you if an Access Point (infrastructure) or Ad Hoc is connected. In Ad Hoc, you may select a channel for each member participating in Ad Hoc.

3-1-1. Configuration Screen

If you want to ADD new profiles, or EDIT existing ones, the Configuration screen will open. Here you will Name your profile, and if you like, select an alternate network type (Ad hoc), restrict on SSID connections and more. All three tabs shown (see Figure 3-3)are related, so when you’re done with all three (Configuration, Authentication, Advanced) tabs, click

OK.

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Contents User’s Manual Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement FCC CautionFCC Radiation Exposure Statement Contents Introduction to the WB01GS Wireless USB Adapter FeaturesPower in a small package Product OverviewPhysical Dimensions & Packaging LED IndicatorsPackage Contents System RequirementsInstallation Installing the WB01GSClick Install Wireless LAN Utility to begin installation Welcome screenCheck setup information AnywaySmartSetup SmartSetup 3 Network SelectionCongratulations. Your secure WPA wireless LAN and Internet Auto detecting your ISP typeUsing the Wireless Utility Profile TabConfiguration Screen Current profileAuthentication and Security Screen ConfigurationAuthentication and Security Making HEX keys1X Authentication 2-2 .1x Settings CA Server Tab Client Certificate Selection ListCA Server Setting Advanced ScreenAdvanced Link Status Tab Link StatusSite Survey Tab 10. Site SurveyStatistics Tab 11. StatisticsAbout Tab 12. About TabAppendix a Troubleshooting Specifications Appendix BAppendix C Regulatory Information Important NoteAppendix D Warranty Limited Warranty Statement 1-Year Warranty