Microsoft MN-500 manual Using the Base Station Stand, Resetting the Base Station

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Using the Base Station Stand

You can position the base station horizontally or vertically. To position it vertically, use the detachable stand that is included in the box.

To attach the stand

1.Insert the two rectangular hooks on the stand into the two rectangular openings on the bottom of the base station.

2.Slide the stand toward the center of the base station.

To detach the stand

OSlide the stand away from the center of the base station.

Resetting the Base Station

You can reset the base station to correct connectivity problems. Simply unplug the base station power cord and then plug it back in again. The Power light will turn orange and then turn green when the reset is complete.

Restoring Factory Default Settings

You can restore the factory default settings to the base station if, for example, you forget your base station password. Restoring the base station erases all your current base station settings and returns the password to the default, admin. After you restore your base station, you will need to reconfigure the base station settings. You can do this by running the Setup Wizard and clicking Set Up a Product.

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Contents Page Avertissement Contents View Status View Network Devices Contents Page About Your Wireless Base Station IntroductionUPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station Base Station Ports, Status Lights, and the Reset ButtonIntroduction Resetting the Base Station Using the Base Station StandRestoring Factory Default Settings About Wireless Radio Connections Placement of Wireless ComponentsAdjusting the Antenna Understanding Wireless Transmission StandardsAbout Wired Ethernet Connections Ethernet CablesStraight-Through Ethernet Cable Which Cable Should You Use?Crossover Ethernet Cable Setup Typical Setup Gather Components, Tools, and InformationRun the Setup Wizard This User’s GuideConnect the Base Station Test Your Network Configure the Base StationWhat’s Next? Setting Up the Base Station Wirelessly To set up the base station wirelesslyCustom setup Establish the Base Station Password Base Station SetupOpen the Base Station Management Tool Establish Your Internet Settings Establish Your Wireless Settings Establish Your Wireless Security SettingsCustomize Network Settings Configure Your ComputerTest Your Internet Connection Network activities Logging on to Your Network Using an Internet Connection over a NetworkTo log off and log back on to your network To refresh the Network Devices list Using the Broadband Network UtilityTo start the Broadband Network Utility To remove an inactive device from the Network Devices listMake your files and folders available to the network Using Files and Folders over a NetworkTo share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows XP To share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows Access shared files Using a Printer over a NetworkTo access shared files on other computers Using Other Peripheral Devices over a Network About Reading E-Mail Messages on a NetworkPlaying Games on Your Network and on the Internet View Network Devices Monitoring Your NetworkView Status To refresh the network device listMaking Your Network More Secure To upgrade software, drivers, or firmwareUpdating Software, Drivers, and Firmware Help Protect Your Network from Computer VirusesHelp Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access Help Protect Your Network from HackersPage Troubleshooting Setup and Hardware ProblemsIf your base station is connected wirelessly Setup does not recognize my wireless base stationIf your base station is connected with an Ethernet cable Troubleshooting To clone a MAC address Troubleshooting Can’t stay connected to my wireless network Network and Internet ProblemsTo disable 802.1x authentication in Windows XP Troubleshooting Page Troubleshooting My network is slow Troubleshooting Page Printing and File Sharing Issues Cant print to a networked printerPage Troubleshooting Click OK to save the changes Internet Connection Type To determine which connection type your ISP providesTo locate your Internet settings General Internet SettingsDynamic IP Dhcp Settings Host NameTo locate your static IP address settings Windows XP Static IP SettingsTo locate your static IP address settings Windows Workgroup Name PPPoE SettingsTo determine your workgroup name in Windows XP or Windows Wireless Security Settings Wireless Network NameTo determine your workgroup name in Windows Me and Windows Getting Help Technical Support OptionsUnited States Radio and TV Interference Regulations Regulatory InformationCanadian Radiocommunication Regulations Technical Specifications Base StationSystem Requirements END-USER License Agreement for Microsoft Software General Provisions Limited Warranty Contrat DE Licence Utilisateur Final Pour Logiciel Microsoft Dispositions Générales Garantie Limitée Page Glossary Page Glossary Page Glossary Page Index Interference Index Typical Setup base station, 9 preparing for My Network Settings