Linksys WUSB600N (EU) Chapter Advanced Configuration, How to Access the Wireless Network Monitor

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Chapter 3

Advanced Configuration

Chapter 3:

Advanced Configuration

Advanced configuration is performed through theWireless Network Monitor (the Monitor). Use it to check the status information, search for available wireless networks, or create profiles that hold different configuration settings.

Diagnostics is performed through the Diagnostic utility. Use it to detect the Adapter, test the driver and Monitor, and troubleshoot if needed.

How to Access the Wireless Network Monitor

After installing the Adapter, the Monitor icon appears in the system tray of your computer. If the Monitor is enabled, the icon is green. If the Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not inserted, the icon is gray.

Wireless Network Monitor Icon

Doubleclick the icon to open the Monitor.

How to Use the Wireless Network Monitor

The opening screen of the Monitor is the Status screen. From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality

is. You can also click the Wii Protected Setup button to connect to a router that supports Wii Protected Setup.

NOTE: The Adapter supports Wii Protected Setup, which is a feature that makes it easy to set up your wireless network.

Click More Information to view additional status information about the current connection. To search for available wireless networks, click the Connect tab. To perform configuration changes or create connection profiles, click the Profiles tab.

Status

The Status screen displays network mode, signal strength, and link quality information about the current connection. It also displays the Wii Protected Setup button. Click More Information for additional status information.

Wii Protected Setup Button

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Status

Signal Strength The Signal Strength bar indicates signal strength.

Link Quality The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.

More Information Click More Information to view additional information about the wireless network connection on the Wireless Network Status screen.

Wii Protected Setup Click the Wii Protected Setup button to connect to a router that supports Wii Protected Setup. Proceed to the “Wii Protected Setup” section.

Wii Protected Setup

NOTE: Make sure the router supports Wii Protected Setup.

Before you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. Then select the method that is most convenient for you.

Select a Method

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Contents Dual-Band Wireless-N USB Network Adapter Online Resources About This GuideIcon Descriptions Copyright and TrademarksTable of Contents Thank you for choosing the Linksys DualWireless Chapter Product OverviewChapter Wireless Security Checklist General Network Security GuidelinesAdditional Security Tips How to Use the Wireless Network Monitor Chapter Advanced ConfigurationHow to Access the Wireless Network Monitor Wii Protected SetupUse the Push Button Enter the Adapter’s PIN NumberCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to Network Wireless Network Status On the Adapter’s PIN number screen, click NextWireless Network Statistics ConnectNo Wii Protected Setup Wireless Security DisabledWireless Security Enabled WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Or Passphrase Needed for Connection screen appearsExit to exit the Monitor Wireless Security Disabled Enter Key ManuallyWireless Security Enabled Create a New Profile Available Wireless NetworksProfiles Profile InformationNo Wii Protected Setup Wii Protected Setup Use the Push Button Adapter connects to the network Enter Key Manually Advanced Setup Congratulations! The profile is Successfully configuredProceed to the section for your security method WPA Personal WPA2 PersonalWPA Enterprise WPA2 EnterpriseRadius Confirm New Settings screen appears Appendix a Troubleshooting Your computer does not recognize the AdapterAdapter does not work properly New Wireless Connection Appendix B Windows Vista ConfigurationWindows Vista Configuration Click Connect to a networkSecured Network Network Settings Saved Appendix C Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Windows XP Wireless Zero ConfigurationYour computer is now connected to your Wireless network Appendix D Specifications WUSB600NLimited Warranty Obtaining Warranty ServiceExclusions and Limitations Technical Support Safety Notices FCC StatementFCC Radiation Exposure Statement Règlement d’Industry Canada Wireless DisclaimerIndustry Canada Statement Avis de nonesponsabilité concernant les appareils sans filDansk Danish iljøinformation for kunder i EU Regulatory Information Malti MalteseInformazzjoni Ambjentali għal Klijenti flwropea Norsk Norwegian iljøinformasjon for kunder i EURomână Romanian Informa de mediu pentru clienuropeană Software in Linksys Products Software LicensesSchedule PreambleSoftware License Agreement Software License Agreement No Warranty GNU Lesser General Public License Software License Agreement Software License Agreement Software License Agreement No Warranty OpenSSL License Original SSLeay License8112410B-ST