Configuring the Wireless LAN
The optional WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that is built into Windows Vista. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained in this software.
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows Vista
1Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.
2If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, select Classic View from the left panel.
3Select “Manage wireless networks” from the left panel.
4Click on the [Add] button.
5Depending upon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection. For an infrastructure network, select “Manually create a network profile. For ad hoc network, select “Create an ad hoc network”.
6Enter the required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network administrator for some of the information.
7In the event you require assistance, go to the Network and Sharing Center window ([Start] > Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center), and type in relevant keywords in the Search box.
Connecting to a Network
After you have configured your computer, you can connect to an active network by performing the following steps:
1Click on the WLAN icon in the system tray.
2Select “Connect to a network”.
3Select a network from the list that appears, and click the [Connect] button.
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