Dell 8500 manual Click Properties

Connecting to a Network with no Security-Related Requirements

1In the Preferred networks area, click the name of your wireless network.

2Click Properties.

3From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select Open.

Earlier versions of the Dell wireless software may not contain the drop-down menus. If you are using an earlier version, de-select the Data encryption (WEP enabled) check box and go to

step 5.

4From the Data encryption drop-down menu, select Disabled.

5Click OK.

Your network setup is complete.

Connecting to a Network with Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) Security Requirements

The following instructions are basic steps for connecting to a WPA network. If your network requires a user name, password, or domain-settings, consult the setup instructions in the User’s Guide for your wireless network card.

1In the Preferred networks section, click the name of your wireless network.

2Click Properties.

3From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select your network authentication type (as provided by the network administrator).

If you do not see the drop-down menus, you must update your wireless software before continuing. Download and install the latest version of your wireless driver software from the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.

NOTE: Network security settings are only provided by your network administrator and are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information.

NOTE: Your computer may take up to a minute to attach to the network.

NOTE: WPA protocols require that you know the Network Authentication and Data Encryption settings for your wireless network. In addition, your WPA-protected network may require special settings such as a network key, user name, password, and domain name. Be sure to get all necessary WPA settings from your network administrator before continuing.

Setting Up a Home and Office Network

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