Connecting to the AirStation Using an AirPort-compatible

Personal Computer

Getting Started

The following software is required when the Macintosh AirPort-compatible personal computer is used to share files with Windows personal computers.

•Software that supports shared files (e.g., DAVE).

Refer to the manual supplied with your software for details of settings to enable file sharing.

Setting Method

To connect to the AirStation using an AirPort-compatible computer, use the following procedure.

Before setting, check if the AirPort software has been installed, or not. (For the procedure for installing AirPort software, refer to the manual supplied with the AirPort.)

1

Display the AirStation setting screen using the settings personal computer (Win-

 

dows personal computer).

Refer to the "Displaying AirStation Setting Screen" section (page 29) in Chap- ter 2, What is Next?

2

3

4

Click the Device Diagnostic button.

The AirStation ESS-ID should be displayed in the ESS-ID field.

Start the AirPort-compatible computer. Select

Apple Menu on the menu Bar, and select Air-

Port. The AirPort setting tool will start.

5

From the pull-down menu in the Network

Selection field of AirPort Network, select the

AirStation ESS-ID that was identified in step 3.

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Buffalo Technology WLA-L11 specifications Personal Computer, Getting Started, Setting Method, Dows personal computer

WLA-L11 specifications

Buffalo Technology has established itself as a leading provider of networking solutions, and one of their standout products is the WLA-L11. This wireless access point combines advanced features and technologies that make it ideal for both home and office environments.

At the heart of the WLA-L11 is its dual-band capability, allowing for simultaneous connections on both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. This dual-band functionality enhances connectivity, enabling users to experience faster speeds and better performance. The 2.4 GHz band is suitable for longer-range connectivity, while the 5 GHz band offers reduced interference and higher speeds, making it perfect for bandwidth-intensive activities like streaming and gaming.

The WLA-L11 supports the latest Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) standard, providing significant improvements over previous versions. This technology allows for higher data rates, improved capacity, and better performance in congested environments. With features like OFDMA (Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiple Access) and MU-MIMO (Multi-User Multiple Input Multiple Output), the access point can handle multiple devices simultaneously without sacrificing performance.

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