Contents

About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope	ix
How to Use This Manual	x
How to Print this Manual	x
Chapter 1
Basic Setup
What You Need Before You Begin	1-1
Verify System Requirements	1-1
Observe Wireless Location and Range Guidelines	1-2
What Is in the Box	1-2
Default Wireless Settings	1-2
Installation	1-3
Connecting to Wireless Networks and the Internet	1-6
Icon Colors	1-7
Smart Wizard Status Bar	1-7
Removing the Software	1-9
Upgrading the Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter Software	1-9
Chapter 2
Network Connections and Wireless Security
Disabling the Windows Zero Configuration Utility	2-1
Understanding the Smart Wizard	2-2
Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area	2-2
Finding a Network	2-4
Profiles	2-5
Adding Profiles	2-5
Setting up a Profile to Connect to an Access Point or Router	2-6
Setting up a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Profile	2-7
Starting a Computer-to-Computer (Ad Hoc) Network Connection	2-9
Wireless Security	2-10

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