Toshiba PCX5000, P000233790 Configuring the Computer for Wireless Operation, Mode Infrastructure

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Step 3: Windows will search the CD-ROM drive for the USB driver. When it has found the driver, it will prompt you to go ahead with the installation. Press the “Next” button again.

Step 4: The process will repeat for installing the “Toshiba PCX5000 Cable Modem networking support”. When the installation is complete, you should see the following window on the left:

Step 5: Press the “Finish” button. Your may now proceed to the “Windows Networking Configuration” section.

Important Information!

If you have trouble installing the USB drivers for your new PCX5000, you may have inadvertently installed the USB Composite Device Driver that Windows 98SE automatically loads. To correct this problem, please execute the following instructions:

USB Composite Driver Removal

1.Make sure that the USB cable is plugged into your computer.

2.Restart your computer.

3.At the Windows desktop, click on the “Start” button; select "Settings" and then "Control Panel".

4.From inside the "Control Panel", choose "System".

5.Choose the tab on the top of the screen for "Device Manager".

6.Click the "+" next to "Universal Serial Bus Controllers".

7.Click "USB Composite Device " to select it and choose "Remove".

8.Once the USB Composite Device is removed, restart your computer and follow the instructions starting with the “Preparation” section of this page.

Configuring the Computer for Wireless Operation

Please refer to the specific configuration instructions included with your wireless device for installation instruction. Wireless device must be 802.11b(Wi-Fi) compliant to be used with the PCX5000. These devices can be a PCI card, a PCMCIA card, or USB-based wireless access device.

The default settings for your wireless device to communicate with the PCX5000 are as follows.

Wireless: Enabled or On

Wireless Network Name (also called the ESSID): PCX5000

Encryption: Disabled

Channel: 6

Mode: Infrastructure

Your wireless device may have more settings. Refer to your device documentation for the default settings and configure up your wireless device appropriately.

Detailed instructions for the Macintosh AirPort wireless card are provided in the “Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration” section of this manual.

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Contents PCX5000 Page Table of Contents Features IntroductionSystem Requirements Contact InformationInstallation Important Rules for Safe OperationUse and Maintenance ServiceWhat is DOCSIS? OverviewHow does the PCX5000 work? How does the PCX5000 connect to a computer?Getting Started Contacting your Cable ProviderFront View figure PCX5000 Front and Rear ViewRear View figure CD-ROM Contents Important InformationInstalling the PCX5000 Setting Up Your PCX5000 and ComputersPCX5000 to Computer Connection figure Wireless is not active PCX5000 Front Panel figureOff 100Mbps1-4Mounting the PCX5000 on a Wall Configuring Your Computers Installing the Ethernet ConnectionsInstalling the USB Drivers Installing the USB DriversWindows 2000 USB Driver Installation Example PreparationMode Infrastructure Configuring the Computer for Wireless OperationClick the + next to Universal Serial Bus Controllers Windows Network Configuration Network Configuration for Windows 98SE and Windows MeNetwork Configuration for Windows Network Configuration for Windows XP Macintosh Ethernet and Wireless Network Configuration Macintosh OS 9 Configuration Ethernet SettingsMacintosh OS 9 AirPort Settings Macintosh OS X Configuration Ethernet Settings Configuring PCX5000 Gateway Macintosh OS X AirPort SettingsYou may also check the PCX5000 status PCX5000 Administration Pages Login for the first timePCX5000 Welcome Main Menu Side Bar DetailImportant Information Important information Page Page Page Page New screen appears PCX5000 Wireless Configuration Important InformationImportant Information Signal-to-noise ratio of the downstream signal in dB SofaWare Advanced Security Features Reports PagesPage Page UDP and 256 TCP traffic out. All inbound traffic is blocked Page Page Frequently Asked Questions Can I dial into my home network using the PCX5000? Can I dial into my company’s VPN using the PCX5000?How do I use the PCX5000 with an existing router? Does the PCX5000 support IPX or AppleTalk?How do I upgrade my PCX5000? What is router mode? How will I be notified of new firmware upgrades?What is bridge mode? LED Diagnostics Function Color DefinitionSpecifications Qpsk / 16QAMRegulatory FCC NoticeGlossary MAC Address Modem registrationNetwork driver RJ-45Standard Limited Warranty End-User License Agreement