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Custom Setup Configuring the Base Station Manually
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Step 1 Connect the Base Station to a Computer
Contents
I can’t stay connected to my wireless network
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Welcome to Wireless-G
About Your Wireless Notebook Kit
Your Wireless Base Station
introduction
UPnP Standards and Your Wireless Base Station
Base Station Ports, Status Lights, and the Restore Button
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O It enables wireless connectivity for computers within its range
Status light
Blinking
Chapter 1 Introduction
Power
Using the Base Station Stand
Resetting the Base Station
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To attach the stand
Your Wireless Notebook Adapter
Restoring Factory Default Settings
To restore the base station to factory default settings
Chapter 1 Introduction
When the Power
And the Wireless
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Adapter Status Lights
Chapter 1 Introduction
About Wireless Radio Connections
Types of Wireless Networks
Placement of Wireless Components
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Adjusting the Base Station Antenna
Understanding Wireless Transmission Standards
Specification
Connection speed
Ethernet Cables
About Wired Ethernet Connections
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Typical Setup
setup
Using the Setup Wizard
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Step 1 Gather Components, Tools, and Information
Do this first…
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Step 3 Connect the Base Station
Step 2 Run the Setup Wizard to Set Up the Base Station
Chapter 2 Setup
Step 4 Configure the Base Station
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Step 6 Insert the Adapter into Your Computer
This User’s Guide
Chapter 2 Setup
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Step 7 Configure Your Adapter
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Step 8 Test Your Network
What’s Next?
Chapter 2 Setup
Setting Up the Base Station Wirelessly
To set up the base station wirelessly
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custom setup
Configuring the Base Station Manually
Base Station Setup
Step 3 Establish the Base Station Password
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Step 1 Connect the Base Station
Step 4 Establish Your Internet Settings
Chapter 3 Custom Setup
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Step 5 Establish Your Wireless Settings
Step 6 Establish Your Wireless Security Settings
Chapter 3 Custom Setup
Step 7 Customize Network Settings
Step 8 Configure Your Computer
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Step 9 Test your Internet Connection
Access Point Setup
Step 1 Connect the Base Station to a Computer
Chapter 3 Custom Setup
Step 2 Open the Base Station Management Tool
Step 3 Establish the Base Station Password
Step 4 Establish Your Wireless Settings
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Chapter 3 Custom Setup
Step 5 Establish Your Wireless Security Settings
Step 6 Set the Base Station to Access Point Mode
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Your network should now resemble the following illustration
network activities
Sharing Resources and Joining Other Networks
Using an Internet Connection over a Network
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Logging on to Your Network
To log off and log back on to your network
Using the Broadband Network Utility
To start the Broadband Network Utility
To refresh the Network Devices list
To remove an inactive device from the Network Devices list
Using Files and Folders over a Network
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Step 1 Make your files and folders available to the network
To share a folder or drive on your computer in Windows XP
Chapter 4 Network Activities
Step 2 Access shared files
To access shared files on other computers
Using a Printer over a Network
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Using Other Peripheral Devices over a Network
About Reading E-Mail Messages on a Network
Playing Games on Your Network and on the Internet
Chapter 4 Network Activities
Creating a Computer-to-Computer Ad Hoc Network
To set up an ad hoc network in Windows XP
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Chapter 4 Network Activities
Joining an Available Wireless Network
To join an available network in Windows XP
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Understanding Network Maintenance and Security
Monitoring Your Network
View Status
View Network Devices
View Adapter Settings
To view adapter settings
To upgrade software, drivers, or firmware
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Chapter 5 Network Management
Help Protect Your Network from Computer Viruses
Help Protect Your Network from Hackers
Help Protect Your Network from Unauthorized Access
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Setup and Hardware Problems
troubleshooting
Finding Answers to Common Problems
Setup does not recognize my wireless base station
Setup does not recognize my wireless notebook adapter
If your base station is connected wirelessly
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
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To clone a MAC address
I am having problems upgrading or restoring my base station firmware
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Network and Internet Problems
I can’t stay connected to my wireless network
I can’t access the Internet from a computer on my wireless network
To disable 802.1x authentication in Windows XP
To update Microsoft base station firmware
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
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To check your Ethernet settings by using the Broadband Network Utility
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
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My network is slow
Several troubleshooting steps addressing these issues are listed below, with solutions to the most common problems listed first
Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
Printing and File Sharing Issues
I can’t print to a networked printer
I cannot access a shared file or folder from a computer on my network
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Chapter 6 Troubleshooting
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If the file is stored on a Windows XP-based computer
Appendix A Locating Your Internet and Network Settings
appendixes
Internet Connection Type
To determine which connection type your ISP provides
General Internet Settings
Dynamic IP DHCP Settings
To locate your Internet settings
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Static IP Settings
To locate your static IP address settings Windows XP
To locate your static IP address settings Windows
Appendixes
PPPoE Settings
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Workgroup Name
To determine your workgroup name in Windows XP or Windows
Wireless Network Name
Wireless Security Settings
To determine your workgroup name in Windows Me and Windows
Appendixes
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Appendix B Support and Technical Information
Getting Help
Visit Us on the Web
Regulatory Information
United States Radio and TV Interference Regulations
Canadian Radiocommunication Regulations
Appendixes
Technical Specifications
Indicators
Wireless Status LED including Activity indication
Power Power/Reset Dual Color LED
Appendixes
Base Station, continued
0 to +40 deg C
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Notebook Adapter
System Requirements
Appendixes
SOFTWARE PRODUCT LICENSE
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END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR MICROSOFT SOFTWARE
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Appendixes
iCONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES
iiiINDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES
LIMITED WARRANTY
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Appendixes
CONTRAT DE LICENCE UTILISATEUR FINAL POUR LOGICIEL MICROSOFT
LICENCE D’UTILISATION DU LOGICIEL
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DISPOSITIONS GÉNÉRALES
GARANTIE LIMITÉE
Appendixes
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glossary
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network.” crossover cable See “Ethernet cable.”
Glossary
base station gateway or router. Contrast with “ad hoc network.”
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port This term has several meanings 1 A physical connection through
router See “base station.”
Glossary
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Wi-Fi Wi-Fi is a popular term for certain wireless networks
index
wireless access point setup, 25, 27 wireless base station setup
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system requirements, 69 troubleshooting, 43
Index
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printers, 34, 55 troubleshooting, 56 size specifications, 67
Dynamic IP DHCP Settings
Static IP Address Settings
PPPoE Settings
My Network Settings
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