Dell P513w manual Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network, Windows

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11Under Preferred Networks, delete any existing networks. a Select the network to be removed.

b Click Remove to delete the network from the list.

12Click Add to create an ad hoc network.

13In the Network Name (SSID) box, type the name you want to give your wireless network.

14Write down the network name you chose so you can refer to it when running the wireless setup. Be sure to use the exact spelling and capitalization.

15If Network Authentication appears in the list, select Open.

16In the “Data encryption” list, select WEP.

17If necessary, clear the “The key is provided for me automatically” check box.

18In the Network Key box, type in a WEP key.

19Write down the WEP key you chose so you can refer to it when running the wireless setup. Make sure you copy it down exactly, including any capital letters.

20In the “Confirm network key” box, type the same WEP key.

21Select This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used.

22Click OK twice to close the two open windows.

23It may take a few minutes for your computer to recognize the new settings. To check on the status of your network: a Right-click the Wireless Network Connections icon.

b Select View Available Wireless Networks.

•If the network is listed but the computer is not connected, select the ad hoc network and then click Connect.

•If the network does not appear, wait a minute and then click Refresh network list.

24Insert the installation software CD, and follow the directions for wireless installation.

Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software.

25When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you created beginning in step 13. The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer.

26Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.

In Windows 2000

•Refer to the documentation that came with your wireless network adapter for information on configuring an ad hoc network with Windows 2000.

Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network

Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is configured.

1Click or Start.

2Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.

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Contents Dell P513w Users Guide MayContents Copying ScanningTroubleshooting 104Safety information Minimizing your printers environmental impact About your printerThank you for choosing this printer Conserving energyConserving ink Finding information about the printerRecycling Product Information Guide Understanding the parts of the printer UseAbout your printer Ordering ink cartridges Ordering and replacing suppliesReplacing ink cartridges Recycling Dell products Select Printer HomeUsing the printer control panel buttons and menus Using the printer control panelChanging the Power Saver timeout Sided/Eco-ModeChanging temporary settings into new default settings Saving paper and energy with Eco-ModeTo disable the settings timeout feature Resetting to factory settingsTo change the temporary settings into new default settings Using the printer control panel menusInitial Setup Complete appears on the display Software installed during printer installation Using the printer softwareUsing the Windows printer software Minimum system requirementsUsing the printer software Uninstalling the printer software Reinstalling the printer softwareChecking for software updates Installing the printer softwareLoading paper and original documents Loading paperSheets of heavyweight matte paper Saving paper default settings Loading original documents on the scanner glass Printing basic documents PrintingTips for printing Printing a documentPrinting pages in reverse order Printing multiple pages on one sheetPrinting specialty documents If the printer is using a USB connectionPrinting envelopes Printing on custom-size paper Printing labelsTips on loading label sheets Using a memory card or flash drive with the printer Working with photosPrinting photos using the printer control panel Supported memory cards and file typesEditing photos using the printer control panel You canPrinting photos from a PictBridge-enabled digital camera Printing photos from a memory device using the proof sheet Printing photos from a digital camera using Dpof Bluetooth Dongle Connected appears on the display Setting the Bluetooth security level Printing from a Bluetooth-enabled devicePrinting on both sides of the paper duplexing Printing on both sides of the paper duplexing automaticallyPrinting on both sides of the paper duplexing manually Pausing print jobs Setting your printer as the default printerChanging the printing mode Changing the printing mode for a single print jobCanceling print jobs Resuming print jobsTips for copying CopyingMaking copies Copying an ID card Copying photosCopying a two-sided document Enlarging or reducing images Adjusting copy qualityMaking a copy lighter or darker Collating copies using the printer control panel Repeating an image on oneMaking a duplex copy automatically Copying multiple pages on one sheetMaking a duplex copy Making a duplex copy manuallyCanceling copy jobs Tips for scanning ScanningScanning to a local or network computer Scanning to a flash drive or memory card Using the printer control panelScanning photos into an editing application Using the printer software Scanning documents into an editing applicationScanning FAQ Scanning directly to e-mail using the printer softwareHow can I improve the quality of a scan? What is an application list, and how do I update it? Canceling scan jobsWhy am I being asked for a PIN? How do I scan in black and white?Networking Installing the printer on a wireless networkWireless network compatibility Supported network security optionsPrinting a network setup Installing the printer on other computers Installing the printer on a wireless networkInterpreting the colors of the Wi-Fi indicator light Assigning a static IP address Special wireless installation instructionsAdding the printer to your wireless network Before you beginCreating an ad hoc wireless network Advanced wireless setupChanging wireless settings after installation Windows VistaWindows XP Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network WindowsUsing the printer wirelessly Switching between USB and wireless connections Windows onlyUsing the printer locally USB Sharing a printer in a Windows environment Prepare the computers to share the printerWhere do I find my WEP key or WPA passphrase? Networking FAQWhat is Wi-Fi Protected Setup? What is an SSID?How are home networks configured? What is a network?Wireless network examples Scenario 2 Wireless network with Internet access Why do I need an installation cable? How do I attach the installation cable?Characteristics How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?How can I improve wireless signal strength? Finding the signal strengthRemove Obstacles Between the Access Point and the Printer Arrange the Network to Reduce Signal Absorption Remove Sources of InterferenceWhat is a MAC address? How do I find the MAC address?How to locate a printer IP address What is an IP address?What is TCP/IP? How do I locate IP addresses?What is a key index? How are IP addresses assigned?Checking ink levels Maintaining the printerMaintaining ink cartridges Aligning the printheadCleaning the exterior of the printer Cleaning the printhead nozzlesCleaning the scanner glass If Troubleshooting does not solve your problem TroubleshootingUsing the Service Center to solve printer problems Setup troubleshootingChange the Language Using the Printer Menus Printhead errorsIncorrect language appears on the display Remove and Reinsert the Printhead Software did not install Reconnect the Printer Power SupplyPrint job does not print or is missing pages Remove and Reinstall the Printer SoftwareMake Sure the INK Cartridges are Inserted Correctly Printer is busy or does not respond Make Sure the Printer is not in Power Saver ModePrinter is printing blank pages Cannot delete documents from the print queueCannot print through USB Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingMake Sure the USB Port is Enabled in Windows Paper jam in the printerPaper jam in the paper support Paper jam in the duplex unitCheck Paper Condition Paper or specialty media misfeedsCheck Paper Loading Poor quality at the edges Print troubleshootingStreaks or lines on printed image Print speed is slow Copy and scan troubleshootingComputer slows down when printing Maximize Computer Processing SpeedPoor copy or scanned image quality Copier or scanner does not respondScanner unit does not close Partial copies or scans of documents or photosScan was not successful Memory card troubleshootingMemory card troubleshooting checklist Scanning takes too long or freezes the computerReinsert the Memory Card Nothing happens when a memory card is insertedCannot print documents from a memory card or flash drive Check the Network ConnectionWireless troubleshooting Wireless troubleshooting checklistTurn the Wireless Access Point OFF and then Back on Resetting the wireless settings to factory defaultsCannot print over wireless network Disconnect from VPN SessionCheck the Wireless Signal Quality Make Sure Demo Mode is Turned OFFMove Your Access Point Away from Other Electronic Devices Check Your WEP KEY or WPA PassphraseCheck Your Advanced Security Settings Continue button is unavailable Check Power Wi-Fi indicator light is not litCannot print and there is a firewall on the computer Select the Wireless Printer Allow the Wireless Installation to CompleteEnable the Printer Select the Wireless PortCheck Network Name Wi-Fi indicator light is still orangeCheck Security Keys Move Your Access Point to Minimize Interference Make Sure the Access Point is onCheck MAC Address Ping the Access Point to Make Sure the Network is Working Configure the Printer for Wireless Access Again Make Sure Your Computer can Communicate with the PrinterWireless print server not installed How to locate a printer IP addressMake Sure the Wireless Port is Selected 100Resolving intermittent wireless communications issues 101102 Change the Channel the Wireless Router UsesConfigure the Wireless Router with a Unique Ssid Eliminate Sources of Interference103 Check for Known Issues with the Wireless RouterCheck for Wireless Adapter Updates Change ALL Network Devices to the Same TypeIndex 104105 106 Dpof107 Ssid108 VPN
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