Chapter 4 Using the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility
Transmit Rate
The Transmit Rate text box sets the rate of packets being sent across the Adapter’s wireless connection.Options include 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps, and Fully Automatic.
Ad Hoc Channel
The Ad Hoc Channel text box displays the channel number of the Ad Hoc net- work. Clicking the up and down arrows next to the text box causes the channel number to increase or decrease. This text box is active only if connected to an Ad Hoc wireless network
Power Save
Clicking in this check box enables Power Save mode. Activate Power Save when using the Adapter with a laptop running on battery power to minimize the Adapter’s power load.
Encryption
Clicking Encryption in the Wireless LAN Configuration Utility window causes the ‘Encryption” tab to appear. If changing settings in this tab, make sure to click OK after making all changes.
The Encryption tab displays the Adapter’s encryption options. After making changes here, click OK., Apply to apply the changes made, or Cancel to cancel any changes.
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