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7. Networking Basics

7. Networking Basics

Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

In this section you will learn how to establish a network at home or work, using

Microsoft Windows XP.

Go to Start > Control Panel > Network Connections

Select Set up a home or small office network

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When this screen appears, click Next.

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TRENDnet TEW-310APBX manual Networking Basics, Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XP

Contents

Users Guide 2.4 GHz Wireless Access Point + BridgeTEW-310APB TEW-310APBX 3.Wireless Basics CONTENTS1.Package Contents 5.Using the Configuration Utility 1 Locate the two antennas Replacing the antenna with high gain antenna2 Locate antenna connectors inside the box System Requirements 1. Package ContentsContents If any of the above items are missing, please contact your reseller 2. Introduction Connections Features and Benefits LED Indicators 3. Wireless Basics Standards - Based Technology TRENDware Wireless Family of LAN products includeInstallation Considerations objects that the wireless signal must pass thru may limit range. Typical ranges vary depending on the types of materials and any background RF radio frequency noise in your home or business. The key to maximizing range is to follow these basic guidelines IP ADDRESS 4. Getting Startedplease remember that the IP Address for each computer must be in Setting Up an Infrastructure Network Configuration Menu 5. Using the Configuration MenuFactory Default Setting for the TEW-310APB Status Screen with Menu Bar Basic Settings AP name SSID Channel WEP Key Mode Subnet Mask , and Gateway by IP SettingsAutomatically . Or you can Advanced Settings AP Mode Authentication Type Security 802.1X Note Please do not interrupt the firmware upgrade process Tools 6. Troubleshooting Based on Windows XP Operating System Gateway Address ∙ Click Properties ∙ Select the Hardware Tab ∙ Click Device Manager ∙ Right-click on 22M Wireless AdaptersCardbus Adapter ∙ Select Properties to check that the drivers are installed properly 4. Resetting the TEW-310APB to Factory Default Settings 7. Networking Basics Using the Network Setup Wizard in Windows XPSelect Set up a home or small office network Microsoft Windows XP Go to Start Control Panel Network Connections Please follow all the instructions in this window Click Next Click Next Note Each computer should have a unique Computer name Enter a Computer description and a Computer nameWorkgroup name When the changes are complete, click Next Please wait while the wizard applies the changes Insert a disk into the Floppy Disk Drive, in this case drive A Format the disk if you wish, and click Next Please wait while the wizard copies the files Page Naming your Computer In Windows XP Go to Start All Programs Accessories Command Prompt Checking the IP Address in Windows XP/2000 Type Command and click OK Address Network Connections Assigning a Static IP AddressControl Panel ∙ Highlight Internet Protocol TCP/IP Connections ∙ Click Properties∙ Right-click on Local Area ∙ Input your DNS server address only if you plan to use the Internet You have completed the assignment of a Static IP Address Internet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows XPNetwork Connection ∙ Select Obtain an IP address Properties select Internet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows∙ IP address ∙ Subnet mask Connecting to a Wireless Network with a Wireless Router or an Access Point using a DHCP server in Windows select Internet Protocol TCP/IP click Properties Connecting to a Wireless Network in Windows Me and∙ Go to Start Settings Control Panel Double-click ∙ Select Detect connection to network media For Windows XP and Checking the Wireless Connection by Pinging∙ Select Specify an IP address File and Printer Sharing For Windows Me andShared Documents folder and Sharing files and folders in the Help and Standards 8. Technical SpecificationsDiagnostic LED Ports Temperature DimensionsWeight Humidity TRENDware Technical Support E-mailAddress 9. Contacting Technical SupportTRENDware Technical Support over the Telephone Tel +1-310-891-1100 E-mail support@trendware.com