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blue bars will indicate the quality of channel. Select a good channel for the Ad-Hoc Network.

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Back on the main utility interface, click on [Network Configuration] and “Configure the Adapter” window will appear. Setup procedures are as follows:

1.ESSID denotes the assigned name for the designated wireless LAN. If ESSID differs, then wireless clients will not communicate with each other. Please note that by selecting [Use Non-Specified ESSID: ANY], the PC card may connect to other wireless LANs. Therefore, ESSID setup is highly recommended.

2.Example: Specify ESSID as : Wireless001.

Note: Once the ESSID is set on the initial 11Mbps Wireless PC Card, and the rest of the ESSID remains as default value ANY, then the initial 11Mbps Wireless PC Card with the ESSID must be started first.

3.Select [Ad-Hoc]under ‘Network Type’, select a good channel as noted in step 1. Select the channel under [Ad-Hoc Default Channel].

Note: Under Ad-Hoc, it would require a single, uniform channel to enable a wireless networking group.

4.Using WEP. The default is ‘Disable’. If you require

high security in

transmission, please select the Enable item and select [Key List]. WEP works in conjunction with all of your clients. Therefore, you must enter the same key you have entered for your other clients. For example, if

you enter “MyCar” in key 1 for you PC Card, enter “MyCar” in key 1 for all other clients. Please refer to the Infrastructure section for WEP key input on the following page.

Note: When you use WEP to communicate with the other wireless clients, all the wireless devices in this network must have the same encryption key.

5.Upon completing steps 1~3, click on [Modify] to save the new values.

3.2Using Utility to set up an Infrastructure Network

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On the main Utility interface, click on [Diagnostic Tools] and then click on [Access Point Browser]. This would disable wireless connection

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Wireless LAN - 11 PCMCIA Card specifications

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In summary, the Lindy Wireless LAN - 11 PCMCIA Card combines essential wireless connectivity features, decent performance with 802.11b standard, extensive compatibility, and basic security measures. This card is a practical choice for users needing reliable wireless access, particularly those utilizing older devices or specific operating systems. With its straightforward installation and functionality, it remains a sensible addition to mobile computing setups even in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.
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