Network Computing Devices WUSB11 manual Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

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Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration

Note for Windows XP users: Windows XP has a built-in configura- tion tool. Use Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration (in the sys- tem tray at the bottom of your screen) to configure the Adapter.

1.After installing the Adapter, the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration icon will appear in your comput- er’s system tray (see Figure 6-4). Double-click the icon.

Figure 6-4

Note: Steps 2 and 3 are the instructions and screenshots for Windows XP with Service Pack 1 installed.

If you have not installed Service Pack 1, select the network you want, and click the Connect button. If the network has WEP encryption enabled, enter the WEP key in the Network key field, and then click the Connect button.

2.The screen that appears will show any available wireless network. Select the network you want.

If this network has WEP encryption enabled, go to step 3.

If this network does not have WEP encryption enabled, then Figure 6-5 will appear. Make sure the box next to Allow me to connect to the selected wireless network, even though it is not secure is checked. Then click the Connect button, and go to step 4.

Figure 6-5

Wireless USB Network Adapter

3.If WEP is enabled, the screen in Figure 6-6 will appear. Enter the WEP key of your wireless network in the Network key field, and re-enter it in the Confirm network key field. Then click the Connect button, and go to step 4.

Figure 6-6

Note: Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration does not support the use of a passphrase. Enter the exact WEP key used by your access point.

4. The screen in Figure 6-7 will appear if your connection is active.

Figure 6-7

For more information about wireless networking on a Windows XP computer, click Start and then Help and Support. Enter the keyword wireless in the field provided, and press the Enter key.

Congratulations! The installation of the Wireless USB Network Adapter

is complete.

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