Configuration

The Configuration tab includes fields for viewing and changing the current parameters of the Wireless LAN Card. After making changes to the Configuration settings, tap Apply to finish.

ESSID

The ESSID (Extended Service Set ID) is an identification assigned to the access point the card connects to. Pocket PC’s and other wireless devices connecting to an access point must use the same ESSID.

When Auto Detect is selected, the Wireless LAN card can connect to any working access point.

Enter a Specific ESSID for the access point you want to connect to. This prevents your Pocket PC from inadvertently connecting to other wireless networks. Up to 32 characters (case sensitive) can be entered for the ESSID.

Network Type

Tap Infrastructure to access the Internet or a corporate network through an access point.

Tap Ad-Hocto connect to other wireless devices without an access point. In Ad-Hoc mode, all wireless devices must be set to the same

Channel.

Tap 801.11 Ad-Hocto connect to other wireless devices without an access point using a virtual ESS ID. In 802.11 Ad-Hoc mode, all

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SanDisk Wireless LAN Card manual Configuration, Network Type, Channel