SMC Networks SMCWUSB32 manual Utility Configuration

6 Utility Configuration

NOTE: The following applies to Windows 98SE, Me, 2000. Under Windows XP, please use the Wireless Zero Configuration tool built into Windows XP to configure your SMCWUSB32.

When the utility program is running, there will be a quick launch icon in the lower right-hand corner of the taskbar. The icon will be GREEN if you have a good connection to a wireless network. If it is red, you will need to verify the network settings and check to be sure that the Wireless Access Point on your network is turned on. You may also need to re-position the Access Point and place it in a higher position so that you are able to gain more wireless signal strength.

Double-click the quick launch icon in the system tray to bring up the Configuration Utility. This provides quick access to management statistics and adapter settings.

The Configuration Utility includes the following tabs:

Status: Allows you to view/monitor network status, throughput, wireless channel, and TCP/IP Information.

Profile: Allows you to implement Profile Management, edit SSID data, change the Tx Rate and Operating mode, and enable 64/128-bit WEP.

Survey: Displays all the Access Points within range of the wireless adapter's signal. Allows you to select your desired WLAN.

Statistics: Displays Transmit/Receive and other data used for management and troubleshooting.

About: Shows the driver and utility version information.