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Adapter Status Lights

Adapter Status Lights

The following table describes the behavior of the adapter’s two status lights.

When the Power	And the Wireless
light is…	light is…	This means…
On	On	The adapter has established communication
		with a wireless network.

On	Blinking quickly	Data is being sent or received wirelessly.

On	Blinking slowly	The adapter is trying to establish
		communication with a wireless network.

Off	Off	The adapter is not receiving power, is not
		recognized by Microsoft Windows®, or is
		disabled.

CardBus Technology

The Microsoft Wireless Notebook Adapter uses new CardBus technology. CardBus PC Cards look like earlier PC Cards (16-bit PC Cards), but CardBus PC Cards support faster data transfer and use less power. CardBus PC Cards work only on computers that have CardBus PC Card slots.

Warning You can damage your CardBus adapter by inserting it into a PC Card slot that supports only high-powered 16-bit PC Cards. Do not force your adapter into a PC Card slot if it doesn’t fit.

Make sure that your computer has a CardBus PC Card slot by following one of these procedures, depending on which version of the Microsoft Windows® operating system your computer is running:

Windows XP or Windows 2000

1.Click Start, and then click Control Panel.

2.Double-click System and then click the Hardware tab.

3.Click Device Manager.

4.Click the plus sign to expand the PCMCIA Adapters item. If CardBus technology is supported, it will be listed here.

Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows Me

1.Click Start, point to Settings, and then click Control Panel.

2.Double-click System.

If you don’t see the System option in Control Panel, click the View All Control Panel Options link in the left pane.

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Page Avertissement contents Custom Setup Configuring the Base Station Manuallyii Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 1 Connect the Base Station to a ComputerContents I can’t stay connected to my wireless networkPage Welcome to Wireless-G About Your Wireless Notebook KitYour Wireless Base Station introductionUPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station Base Station Ports, Status Lights, and the Restore Button2 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide O It enables wireless connectivity for computers within its rangeStatus light BlinkingChapter 1 Introduction PowerUsing the Base Station Stand Resetting the Base Station4 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide To attach the standYour Wireless Notebook Adapter Restoring Factory Default SettingsTo restore the base station to factory default settings Chapter 1 IntroductionWhen the Power And the Wireless6 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Adapter Status LightsAbout Wireless Radio Connections Types of Wireless NetworksChapter 1 Introduction Placement of Wireless Components 8 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideAdjusting the Base Station Antenna Understanding Wireless Transmission StandardsSpecification Connection speedAbout Wired Ethernet Connections 10 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideEthernet Cables setup Using the Setup WizardTypical Setup 12 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 1 Gather Components, Tools, and InformationDo this first… O This User’s GuideStep 2 Run the Setup Wizard to Set Up the Base Station Chapter 2 SetupStep 3 Connect the Base Station Step 4 Configure the Base Station 14 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideStep 6 Insert the Adapter into Your Computer This User’s GuideChapter 2 Setup O O OStep 7 Configure Your Adapter 16 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideStep 8 Test Your Network What’s Next?Setting Up the Base Station Wirelessly To set up the base station wirelesslyChapter 2 Setup Page custom setup Configuring the Base Station ManuallyBase Station Setup Step 3 Establish the Base Station Password20 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 1 Connect the Base StationStep 4 Establish Your Internet Settings Chapter 3 Custom SetupStep 5 Establish Your Wireless Settings Step 6 Establish Your Wireless Security Settings22 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 7 Customize Network Settings Step 8 Configure Your ComputerChapter 3 Custom Setup 24 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 9 Test your Internet ConnectionAccess Point Setup Step 1 Connect the Base Station to a ComputerChapter 3 Custom Setup Step 2 Open the Base Station Management ToolStep 4 Establish Your Wireless Settings 26 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideStep 3 Establish the Base Station Password Step 5 Establish Your Wireless Security Settings Step 6 Set the Base Station to Access Point ModeChapter 3 Custom Setup 28 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Your network should now resemble the following illustrationnetwork activities Sharing Resources and Joining Other NetworksUsing an Internet Connection over a Network 30 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideLogging on to Your Network To log off and log back on to your networkUsing the Broadband Network Utility To start the Broadband Network UtilityTo refresh the Network Devices list To remove an inactive device from the Network Devices listUsing Files and Folders over a Network 32 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideStep 1 Make your files and folders available to the network To share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows XPStep 2 Access shared files To access shared files on other computersChapter 4 Network Activities Using a Printer over a Network 34 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideUsing Other Peripheral Devices over a Network About Reading E-Mail Messages on a NetworkPlaying Games on Your Network and on the Internet Chapter 4 Network ActivitiesTo set up an ad hoc network in Windows XP 36 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideCreating a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network Joining an Available Wireless Network To join an available network in Windows XPChapter 4 Network Activities Page Understanding Network Maintenance and Security Monitoring Your NetworkView Status View Network DevicesView Adapter Settings To view adapter settingsTo upgrade software, drivers, or firmware 40 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideHelp Protect Your Network from Computer Viruses Help Protect Your Network from HackersChapter 5 Network Management Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access 42 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guidetroubleshooting Finding Answers to Common ProblemsSetup and Hardware Problems Setup does not recognize my wireless base station Setup does not recognize my wireless notebook adapterIf your base station is connected wirelessly 44 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideChapter 6 Troubleshooting 46 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide To clone a MAC addressI am having problems upgrading or restoring my base station firmware Chapter 6 TroubleshootingNetwork and Internet Problems I can’t stay connected to my wireless networkI can’t access the Internet from a computer on my wireless network To disable 802.1x authentication in Windows XPTo update Microsoft base station firmware Chapter 6 Troubleshooting50 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide To check your Ethernet settings by using the Broadband Network Utility Chapter 6 Troubleshooting52 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide My network is slowSeveral troubleshooting steps addressing these issues are listed below, with solutions to the most common problems listed first Chapter 6 Troubleshooting54 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Printing and File Sharing Issues I can’t print to a networked printerChapter 6 Troubleshooting I cannot access a shared file or folder from a computer on my network 56 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideChapter 6 Troubleshooting 58 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide If the file is stored on a Windows XP-based computerAppendix A Locating Your Internet and Network Settings appendixesInternet Connection Type To determine which connection type your ISP providesGeneral Internet Settings Dynamic IP DHCP SettingsTo locate your Internet settings 60 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideStatic IP Settings To locate your static IP address settings Windows XPTo locate your static IP address settings Windows AppendixesPPPoE Settings 62 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideWorkgroup Name To determine your workgroup name in Windows XP or WindowsWireless Network Name Wireless Security SettingsTo determine your workgroup name in Windows Me and Windows Appendixes64 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Appendix B Support and Technical InformationGetting Help Visit Us on the WebRegulatory Information United States Radio and TV Interference RegulationsCanadian Radiocommunication Regulations AppendixesTechnical Specifications IndicatorsWireless Status LED including Activity indication Power Power/Reset Dual Color LEDBase Station, continued 0 to +40 deg CAppendixes 68 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Notebook AdapterSystem Requirements Appendixes70 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARESOFTWARE PRODUCT LICENSE GENERAL PROVISIONS AppendixesiCONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES iiiINDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGESLIMITED WARRANTY 72 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideCONTRAT DE LICENCE UTILISATEUR FINAL POUR LOGICIEL MICROSOFT LICENCE D’UTILISATION DU LOGICIELAppendixes 74 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide DISPOSITIONS GÉNÉRALESGARANTIE LIMITÉE AppendixesPage glossary 78 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide network.” crossover cable See “Ethernet cable.”Glossary base station gateway or router. Contrast with “ad hoc network.”80 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide port This term has several meanings 1 A physical connection throughrouter See “base station.” Glossary82 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a popular term for certain wireless networksindex 84 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide system requirements, 69 troubleshooting, 43wireless access point setup, 25, 27 wireless base station setup Index 86 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide printers, 34, 55 troubleshooting, 56 size specifications, 67Dynamic IP DHCP Settings Static IP Address SettingsPPPoE Settings My Network Settings0703 Part No