Dell D410 Completing the Connection to the Wlan, Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card

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2.Double-clickNetwork Connections.

3.Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then click View Available Wireless Networks.

If the Choose a wireless network window states Windows cannot configure this connection, the wireless network card's client utility is managing the wireless network card.

If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information, the Windows XP operating system is managing the wireless network card.

For specific information about the wireless configuration utility installed on your computer, see your wireless network documentation in the Windows Help and Support Center.

To access the Help and Support Center:

1.Click the Start button and click Help and Support.

2.Under Pick a Help topic, click Dell User and System Guides.s

3.Under Device Guides, select the documentation for your wireless network card.

Completing the Connection to the WLAN

When you turn on your computer and a network (for which your computer is not configured) is detected in the area, a pop-up appears near the network icon in the notification area (in the lower-right corner of the Windows desktop).

Follow the instructions provided in any utility prompts that appear on your screen.

Once you have configured your computer for the wireless network that you selected, another pop-up notifies you that your computer is connected to that network.

Thereafter, whenever you log on to your computer within the range of the wireless network that you selected, the same pop-up notifies you of the wireless network connection.

NOTE: If you select a secure network, you must enter a WEP or WPA key when prompted. Network security settings are unique to your network. Dell cannot provide this information.

NOTE: Your computer can take up to 1 minute to connect to the network.

Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network Card

NOTE: If you are unable to connect to a wireless network, ensure that you have all the components for establishing a WLAN (see What You Need to Establish a WLAN Connection), and then verify that your wireless network card is enabled by pressing <Fn><F2>.

You can turn your computer's wireless networking function on and off by pressing the <Fn><F2> key combination.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Dell Latitude D410 Users GuideFront View About Your ComputerDevice status lights Keyboard and wireless status lights Left View Right View USB connectorUSB connectors Audio connectorsNetwork connector RJ-45 Modem connector RJ-11Bottom View Video connectorBack to Contents FCC Class B AppendixMacrovision Product Notice FCC Notices U.S. OnlyAlert Description Alert Standard Format ASFDell QuickSet Battery Meter Using a BatteryBattery Performance Checking the Battery ChargePower Management Modes Conserving Battery PowerClick Start→ Shut Down→ Stand by Configuring Power Management SettingsCharging the Battery Hibernate ModeStoring a Battery Replacing the BatteryAbout the Dell D/Bay Using the Dell D/BayBack to Contents Adjusting the Volume Using CDs, DVDs, and Other MultimediaPlaying a CD or DVD Adjusting the Picture Floppy Drive Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Display Touch PadPage Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard Drive Using the Dell DiagnosticsDell Diagnostics When to Use the Dell DiagnosticsOption Function Dell Diagnostics Main MenuTab Function Back to Contents Setting Display Resolution and Refresh Rate Using the DisplayAdjusting Brightness Switching the Video ImageSwapping Primary and Secondary Displays Click the Settings tab→ Advanced→ Displays tabDrivers Reinstalling SoftwareWhat Is a Driver? Reinstalling Drivers and UtilitiesClick Properties Using the Drivers and Utilities CDManually Reinstalling Drivers Click Roll Back DriverResolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities Using Microsoft Windows XP System RestoreCreating a Restore Point Click System RestoreEnabling System Restore Reinstalling Microsoft Windows XPUndoing the Last System Restore Reinstalling Windows XPWindows XP Setup Booting From the Operating System CDBack to Contents Find It Here Finding InformationSelect Drivers & Downloads and click Go Dell Support Website support.dell.comPage Ftp.dell.com Online ServicesGetting Help Technical AssistanceTechnical Support Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Automated Order-Status ServiceAntigua and Barbuda Diagnostics ChecklistBefore You Call Contacting DellWebsite support.euro.dell.com ArubaAustralia Sydney 0011Czech Republic Prague China XiamenColombia Costa RicaGrenada CorporateGermany Langen GreeceJapan Kawasaki Italy MilanJamaica Website support.jp.dell.comNetherlands Antilles Malaysia PenangMexico MontserratGrenadines St. Kitts and NevisSt. Lucia St. VincentTrinidad/Tobago Taiwan002 Website support.ap.dell.com ThailandVenezuela Virgin IslandsGlossary Docking device See APR Device driver See driverPage Page NIC See network adapter Page System tray See notification area Video resolution See resolutionBack to Contents Numeric Keypad Using the Keyboard and Touch PadKey Combinations Speaker Functions Power ManagementMicrosoft Windows Logo Key Functions Customizing the Touch Pad and Track Stick Changing the Track Stick CapUsing an Administrator Password PasswordsAbout Passwords Using a System PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature Using a Hard Drive PasswordEnabling Trusted Platform Module TPM Back to Contents PC Card Blanks Using PC CardsInstalling a PC Card PC Card TypesRemoving a PC Card or Blank Dell QuickSet Turning Off Your Computer Adding and Replacing PartsBefore You Begin Recommended ToolsTurn off your computer MemoryPage Modem Page Mini PCI Card Hard Drive Keyboard Page Display Internal Card With Bluetooth Wireless Technology Coin-Cell Battery Back to Contents Overview Using the System Setup ProgramViewing the System Setup Screens System Setup ScreenEnabling the Infrared Sensor Performing a One-Time BootChanging Printer Modes Changing COM PortsPage Installing a Smart Card Using Smart CardsAbout Smart Cards Back to Contents Dell Technical Update Service Solving ProblemsDell Support Utility If you hear an unfamiliar scraping or grinding sound Drive ProblemsCD and DVD drive problems Problems writing to a CD/DVD-RW driveVerify that the modem is communicating with Windows Mail, Modem, and Internet ProblemsHard drive problems Run Check DiskError Messages Click Add or Remove Programs External Keyboard problems Keyboard ProblemsCheck the external keyboard Lockups and Software Problems Solid blue screen appears Memory ProblemsNetwork Problems Other software problemsPower Problems PC Card ProblemsRestart the computer and log on to the network again Adjust the power properties See Power Management Modes Printer ProblemsScanner Problems Docking Power While the Computer Is RunningVerify that the scanner is recognized by Microsoft Windows Sound and Speaker ProblemsNo sound from the integrated speaker No sound from external speakersCheck the touch pad settings Touch Pad or Mouse ProblemsVideo and Display Problems No sound from headphonesClick Appearance and Themes Adjust the Windows display settingsIf the display is difficult to read If only part of the display is readableSpecifications Keyboard VideoAudio DisplayTrack Stick BatteryAC Adapter Environmental PhysicalDell Latitude D410 Users Guide Travel Tips Travelling With Your ComputerIdentifying Your Computer Packing the ComputerIf Your Computer Is Lost or Stolen What You Need to Establish a Wlan Connection Wireless Local Area NetworkChecking Your Wireless Network Card Setting Up a New WlanDetermining the Wireless Network Device Manager Connecting to a Wireless Local Area NetworkCompleting the Connection to the Wlan Enabling/Disabling the Wireless Network CardHelp and Support Center Using Microsoft Windows XPMicrosoft Windows Classic View Click Clean Desktop Now Desktop Cleanup WizardTransferring Information to a New Computer Adding User Accounts User Accounts and Fast User SwitchingFast User Switching Log Off Windows window, click Switch UserInternet Connection Firewall Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkNetwork Setup Wizard Click Checklist for creating a network
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