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Microsoft MN-820 manual UPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station

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OIt enables wireless connectivity for computers within its range.

OIt enables wireless connectivity for computers within its range.

OIt helps provide security for your wireless transmissions, using Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) or Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA).

Most people enable all of this functionality, as described in Chapter 2.

UPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station

The Microsoft Wireless Base Station adheres to the UPnP™ standards that are defined by the Universal Plug and Play Forum. UPnP standards allow devices on the network to communicate their capabilities to the base station by using a common vocabulary.

UPnP standards also allow you to use many programs (like instant messaging programs and multiplayer games) on your network without having to go through a complicated configuration process.

Base Station Ports, Status Lights, and the Restore Button

The following illustrations show the locations of the ports, status lights, and Restore button on the base station.

Restore button

Ethernet ports 1-4

To Modem port

Power port

On the back of the base station, you will find a Power port, a To Modem port, four numbered Ethernet ports, and a Restore button.

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Microsoft MN-820 UPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station, Base Station Ports, Status Lights, and the Restore Button

Contents

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 LightsChapter 1 Introduction About Wireless Radio ConnectionsTypes of Wireless Networks Placement of Wireless Components 8 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideAdjusting the Base Station Antenna Understanding Wireless Transmission StandardsSpecification Connection speedEthernet Cables About Wired Ethernet Connections10 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Typical Setup setupUsing the Setup Wizard 12 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 1 Gather Components, Tools, and InformationDo this first… O This User’s GuideStep 3 Connect the Base Station Step 2 Run the Setup Wizard to Set Up the Base StationChapter 2 Setup 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?Chapter 2 Setup Setting Up the Base Station WirelesslyTo set up the base station wirelessly 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 Setup22 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Step 5 Establish Your Wireless SettingsStep 6 Establish Your Wireless Security Settings Chapter 3 Custom Setup Step 7 Customize Network SettingsStep 8 Configure Your Computer 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 3 Establish the Base Station Password Step 4 Establish Your Wireless Settings26 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Chapter 3 Custom Setup Step 5 Establish Your Wireless Security SettingsStep 6 Set the Base Station to Access Point Mode 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 XPChapter 4 Network Activities Step 2 Access shared filesTo access shared files on other computers 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 ActivitiesCreating a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network To set up an ad hoc network in Windows XP36 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Chapter 4 Network Activities Joining an Available Wireless NetworkTo join an available network in Windows XP 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 GuideChapter 5 Network Management Help Protect Your Network from Computer VirusesHelp Protect Your Network from Hackers Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access 42 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideSetup and Hardware Problems troubleshootingFinding Answers to Common 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 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Printing and File Sharing IssuesI can’t print to a networked printer 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 LEDAppendixes Base Station, continued0 to +40 deg C 68 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guide Notebook AdapterSystem Requirements AppendixesSOFTWARE PRODUCT LICENSE 70 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideEND-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE GENERAL PROVISIONS AppendixesiCONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES iiiINDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGESLIMITED WARRANTY 72 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s GuideAppendixes CONTRAT DE LICENCE UTILISATEUR FINAL POUR LOGICIEL MICROSOFTLICENCE D’UTILISATION DU LOGICIEL 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 wireless access point setup, 25, 27 wireless base station setup 84 Microsoft Broadband Networking Wireless Notebook Kit User’s Guidesystem requirements, 69 troubleshooting, 43 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