Microsoft MN-730 manual Network and Internet Problems, Can’t stay connected to my wireless network

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Network and Internet Problems

This section will help you solve common issues that might occur while you are using your local area network (LAN) or Internet connection.

I can’t stay connected to my wireless network.

If you are running the Windows XP operating system with Service Pack 1 (SP1), you might lose connection to your wireless network every 3 to 5 minutes. This can be caused by incorrect wireless network security settings. To solve this problem, you need to disable 802.1x authentication on your wireless network, as described below.

To disable 802.1x authentication in Windows XP

1.Click Start, point to Connect To, click Show all connections, and then double-click your wireless network.

2.On the General tab, click Properties.

3.Click the Wireless Networks tab.

4.Under Preferred Networks, click your home network, and then click Properties.

5.Click the Authentication tab, and then click to clear the Enable IEEE 802.1x authentication for this network check box, if it is selected.

6.If you cannot click this check box, then you are not using 802.1x authentication or wireless security.

Note The security setting (such as a WEP key) that is used by your network adapter must match the security setting that is used by your base station, router, or gateway.

I can’t access the Internet from a computer on my wireless network.

The following troubleshooting steps will help you track down and solve the problem.

OMake sure that the rest of your network is functioning correctly. Verify that you can access the Internet from other wireless and Ethernet computers on your network. If other computers also cannot access the Internet, the problem might be with your base station, modem, or Internet service provider (ISP).

One other common cause of Internet connection problems is disconnected cabling. If the rest of your network is having problems, first check the cables between your computers and the base station or modem for loose connections or disconnected wires. Check the cables between the base station and the broadband modem. Verify that you are using the correct cables, that all cables are firmly attached, and that all status lights on the network devices indicate that your connections are functioning properly.

OCheck for range or interference issues. You might be out of range of the wireless base station or access point. If your computer is located near the outer limit of your wireless network, place the computer with the wireless adapter in the same room as your base station and try connecting again. If you can connect to the wireless network, you might previously have been out of range. If your computer is under your desk or in a tight space, try moving the computer away from the wall and readjusting the antenna on the PCI adapter.

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Contents Page Avertissement Contents Page Contents Page Introduction About Your Wireless PCI AdapterThis means… Types of Wireless Networks About Wireless Radio ConnectionsPlacement of Wireless Components Understanding Wireless Transmission Standards Adjusting the AntennaPage Gather Components, Tools, and Information SetupRun the Setup Wizard Setup Install the Adapter in Your ComputerConfigure the Adapter Test Your Network Connections Page Network activities To log off and log back on to your network Logging on to Your NetworkUsing the Broadband Network Utility Using an Internet Connection over a NetworkTo remove an inactive device from the Network Devices list Using Files and Folders over a NetworkTo start the Broadband Network Utility To refresh the Network Devices listTo share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows Make your files and folders available to the networkTo share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows XP To access shared files on other computers Access shared filesUsing a Printer over a Network Playing Games on Your Network and on the Internet Using Other Peripheral Devices over a NetworkAbout Reading E-Mail Messages on a Network Creating a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network To set up an ad hoc network in Windows XPTo join an available network in Windows XP Joining an Available Wireless NetworkTo refresh the network device list Monitoring Your NetworkView Status View Network DevicesHelp Protect Your Network from Computer Viruses View Adapter SettingsUpdating Software Making Your Network More SecureHelp Protect Your Network from Hackers Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized AccessPage Setup and Hardware Problems TroubleshootingSetup does not recognize my wireless PCI adapter To disable 802.1x authentication in Windows XP Network and Internet ProblemsCan’t stay connected to my wireless network Page My network is slow Page Troubleshooting Can’t print to a networked printer Printing and File Sharing IssuesTroubleshooting Page Click OK to save the changes Page To determine which connection type your ISP provides Internet Connection TypeMAC Address General Internet SettingsDynamic IP Dhcp Settings Host NameTo locate your static IP address settings Windows Static IP SettingsTo locate your static IP address settings Windows XP To determine your workgroup name in Windows XP or Windows PPPoE SettingsWorkgroup Name To determine your workgroup name in Windows Me and Windows Wireless Network NameWireless Security Settings Technical Support Options Getting HelpCanadian Radiocommunication Regulations Regulatory InformationUnited States Radio and TV Interference Regulations Wireless PCI Adapter Technical SpecificationsSystem 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 MAC addresses, locating, 40 Microsoft Wireless PCI Adapter Index Page My Network Settings

MN-730 specifications

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