Create a Wireless LAN Connection

To create a connection to a wireless LAN access point, follow the steps described below.

Note:

For details of how to create an ad hoc group connection, see Setting up an Ad Hoc Group Network on page 30.

1.Before you begin make sure a Wireless LAN access point is in range.

2.Right click and select Open Utility. The GC79 Wireless Configuration Utility opens.

3.The Wireless Networks tab is displayed.

Note (XP only):

If the tab doesn’t display available and preferred networks:

Select Start Settings Network and Dial-up Connections. Right click the Wireless Network Connection and select Properties. Select the Wireless Networks tab and untick Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings. Click OK. Repeat steps 1, 2 and 3 above.

Note:

Clicking the Advanced button opens the Advanced dialog, use the dialog to specify the type of networks you want to access.

Create a Wireless LAN Connection

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