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Problems and Solutions

4.Select the network name in the Preferred Networks window, then select Properties.

5.Select the Authentication tab.

6.Make sure the check box for authentication is cleared.

7.Select Apply, then select OK.

Notebook cannot connect to Internet when WEP is enabled on the access point

The Windows XP Service Pack 1 changes the numbering of the WEP (Wireless Encryption Protocol) key index from the numbering assigned to the key in the original release of Windows XP. In the original (XP Gold) release, the index keys are numbered 0 through 3. Windows XP Service Pack 1 (SP1) changes the numbering of the index keys to 1 through 4.

As a result, if you were using WEP key 1 on a client with Windows XP Gold, you would need to use WEP key 2 with the same client under Windows XP SP1.

Rate indication in the Connection Status fluctuates

If the rate indication in the Connection Status fluctuates even though the unit is stationary, no action may be necessary.

The algorithm for data rate determination checks the data packet by packet and adjusts the data rate for current conditions. Lost or corrupted packets will cause the data rate to fall back, and subsequent good packets will cause the rate to increase.

Packets can be lost or corrupted by over-the-air disturbances. For example, in an office environment, other transmissions from other WLANs may cause disturbances. In a home environment, disturbances may be caused by microwave ovens or cordless telephones.

Some WLAN cards do not update their rate indications and may not display the actual connection rate.

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