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Chapter 3 Using the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility
Infrastructure - When Infrastructure is selected, the Adapter is connected to a
router,gateway, or access point.
Ad Hoc - When Ad Hoc is selected,the Adapter is connected to another computer.
Channel
The Channel text box displays the channel in which the Adapter is currently
operating.This setting cannot be changed from here.
SSID
The SSID text box displays the name ofthe w ireless network to which the
Adapter is currently connected.To change the network name,enter a new name
in the text box.
TX Rate
The TX Rate text box sets the rate of packets being sent across the Adapter’s
wireless connection.Options include 5.5 Mbps,11 Mbps,and Auto.
Radio
The Radio text box displays the state ofthe Adapter’s wireless capability.
Selecting On,turns the Adapter’s wireless capability on;selecting Off tur ns the
wireless capability off.
Status
The Status text box contains the status ofthe Adapter’s wireless connection,
including whether the Adapter is associated with a wireless network and the
MAC (Media Access Control) address ofthe connection’s device (router,gate-
way,access point, or computer).
Signal Strength,Link Quality
Each bar graph displays the relative strength or quality ofthe wireless signal and link.