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Using Odyssey Client

Odyssey is a wireless LAN access control and security solution that provides strong security over the wireless link. It secures authentication and connection of wireless LAN (WLAN) users, ensuring that only authorized users can connect.

Odyssey is mostly used in place of a manufacturer’s wireless networking client such as the Dell WLAN utility, Intel ProSET, or Windows XP’s Zero Config Service.

To use Odyssey:

Tap Start Settings Connections Tab Odyssey Client. The main page appears with the following information:

Status of Odyssey

Network Name (SSID)

Access Point MAC

Packet information

To enable the Odyssey Client tap Settings Enable Odyssey.

To configure a wireless profile, tap Settings Configure. This provides you a list of existing profiles and allows you to add, edit, or delete profiles.

Adding a Network

To add a new profile:

1Tap Settings Configure Add.

The Add Network Wizard window appears.

2Enter the network name, or select the box Any if you want the client to connect to any available network.

3Tap Scan to view all available broadcasted networks. Enter a description if necessary.

4Select between an ad-hoc or infrastructure network.

5Tap Next when ready.

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Dell HC03UL, HD04U owner manual Using Odyssey Client, Adding a Network