A.Using a signal strength indicator to determine the best location (Portable Computers):

This procedure varies slightly depending on your OS and platform. This procedure is based on using Buffalo Client adapters and Buffalo Client Manager Software. Consult other manufacture’s documentation for adapter and client software details where applicable.

Ensure you are connected

Verify the WBR-G54 Broadband Router is operational and confi gured according to the “Setting up the Router” section above, and that your portable computer client adapter is confi gured correctly and is connected to the Wireless Broadband Router.

Windows XP users (Using XP Wireless Zero Configuration Services)

NOTE: Consult the documentation that came with your Wireless adapter for instructions on how to confi gure your adapter using Windows XP Wireless Zero Confi guration Services.

Locate the Wireless connection indicator in your computers “tray”, usually at the bottom right hand corner of your screen on the taskbar.

Double Click on this icon to bring up the Wireless Status screen, take note of signal strength and connection speed.

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