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Limiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, click Start, Control Panel, Network Connections, then
Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one should I use?
There are several features and advantages to using the WNU over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.
It’s essential to know which utility is managing your adapter. We recommend using the WNU.
To use the WNU:1
2Click Advanced in the lower
3From the Advanced tab, uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network. After the box is unchecked, click OK to close the window.
You are now using the WNU to configure the network adapter.