TRENDnet TEW-MFP1 manual MAC OS 10.4/10.5/10.6, Steps to improve wireless connectivity

TRENDnet User’s Guide TEW-MFP1

How to configure your network settings to obtain an IP address automatically or use DHCP?

Note: Please note that although the following procedures provided to follow for your operating system on configuring your network settings can be used as general guidelines, however, it is strongly recommended that you consult your computer or operating system manufacturer directly for assistance on the proper procedure for configuring network settings.

Windows 7

a. Go into the Control Panel, click Network and Sharing Center.

b. Click Change Adapter Settings, right-click the Local Area Connection icon. c. Then click Properties and click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). d. Then click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.

Windows Vista

a. Go into the Control Panel, click Network and Internet.

b. Click Manage Network Connections, right-click the Local Area Connection icon and click Properties.

c. Click Internet Protocol Version (TCP/IPv4) and then click Properties. d. Then click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.

Windows XP/2000

a. Go into the Control Panel, double-click the Network Connections icon b. Right-click the Local Area Connection icon and the click Properties. c. Click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.

d. Then click Obtain an IP address automatically and click OK.

MAC OS 10.4/10.5/10.6

a.From the Apple, drop-down list, select System Preferences.

b.Click the Network icon.

c.From the Location drop-down list, select Automatic.

d.Select and view your Ethernet connection.

In MAC OS 10.4, from the Show drop-down list, select Built-in Ethernet and select the TCP/IP tab.

In MAC OS 10.5/10.6, in the left column, select Ethernet. e. Configure TCP/IP to use DHCP.

In MAC 10.4, from the Configure IPv4, drop-down list, select Using DHCP and click the Apply Now button.

In MAC 10.5, from the Configure drop-down list, select Using DHCP and click the Apply button.

In MAC 10.6, from the Configure drop-down list, select Using DHCP and click the Apply button.

f. Restart your computer.

Note: If you are experiencing difficulties, please contact your computer or operating system manufacturer for assistance.

Steps to improve wireless connectivity

There are a number of factors that can impact the range of wireless devices. Follow these tips to help improve your wireless connectivity:

1.Adjust your wireless devices so that the signal is traveling in a straight path, rather than at an angle. The more material the signal has to pass through the more signal you will lose.

2.Keep the number of obstructions to a minimum. Each obstruction can reduce the range of a wireless device. Position the wireless devices in a manner that will minimize the amount of obstructions between them.

3.Building materials can have a large impact on your wireless signal. In an indoor environment, try to position the wireless devices so that the signal passes through less dense material such as dry wall. Dense materials like metal, solid wood, glass or even furniture may block or degrade the signal.

4.Antenna orientation can also have a large impact on your wireless signal. Use the wireless adapter’s site survey tool to determine the best antenna orientation for your wireless devices.

5.Interference from devices that produce RF (radio frequency) noise can also impact your signal. Position your wireless devices away from anything that generates RF noise, such as microwaves, radios and baby monitors.

6.Any device operating on the 2.4GHz frequency will cause interference. Devices such as 2.4GHz cordless phones or other wireless remotes operating on the 2.4GHz frequency can potentially drop the wireless signal.

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