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Installing the Adapter Software

Insert the

Action

tec PCI 802.11b Wireless Adapter Installation CD into your

CD-ROM drive. Select

CD-ROM Drive

, then click

Next

Windows locates the “AEIWLNIC.inf”driver file. Click

Next

to install the driver

software.

Installing the Adapter Software

Windows 98 SE

After you install the PCI 802.11b Wireless Adapter, turn on your computer. The
“Add New Hardware Wizard” window appears. Click

Next

Installing the Adapter Software

In the next window, select

Search for the best driver for your device

, then

click

Next

Summary of Contents for Actiontec PCI 802.11b

Page 1: ...roduced in whole or in part nor used in any manner except to meet the purposes for which it was delivered The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Actiontec the manufacturer Although Actiontec the manufacturer will make every effort to inform users of substantive errors Actiontec the manufacturer disclaims all liability for...

Page 2: ...and easy to setup If you re tired of dealing with all those messy wires just to connect a laptop to your home network then take your networking to the next level with the Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter You ll be able to share files printers and even your high speed Internet access wirelessly Package Contents Make sure the following items are included in this package PCI 802 11b Wireless Ad...

Page 3: ...faceplate with the screw you removed in Step 4 as shown in the following diagram Make sure the antenna is not bent or otherwise damaged 6 Put the cover back on the computer and secure it 7 Make sure all power switches are in the OFF position then reconnect the power cables to the computer and its peripherals Installing the Adapter Hardware CAUTION Always discharge static electricity before handlin...

Page 4: ...ocates the AEIWLNIC inf driver file Click Next to install the driver software lV 6 Installing the Adapter Software Windows 98 SE 1 After you install the PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter turn on your computer The Add New Hardware Wizard window appears Click Next Installing the Adapter Software 2 In the next window select Search for the best driver for your device then click Next ...

Page 5: ...n on your computer Windows displays an Add New Hardware Wizard window Insert the Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Installation CD in the CD ROM drive click Automatic search for a better driver Recommended then click Next 5 The Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Properties window appears Note The SSID must be the same as the ESSID on your home gateway or access point See the documentation...

Page 6: ...s Adapter s software you must restart your computer Click OK in the System Settings Change window to restart If this window does not appear restart your computer manually 2 The Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Properties window appears Note The SSID must be the same as the ESSID on your home gateway or access point See the documentation that came with your home gateway or access point to acc...

Page 7: ...he SSID must be the same as the ESSID on your home gateway or access point See the documentation that came with your home gateway or access point for more information Click Next to continue the installation process 2 In the next window select Search for the best driver for your device then click Next 3 Insert the Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Installation CD into your CD ROM drive Select ...

Page 8: ...n Wireless Radio On If not click on the text to turn on the wireless radio 2 Select the Advanced Configuration option from the list 3 The Actiontec PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Properties window will appear as shown below Under the Configuration tab check the SSID value This value should be the same as the ESSID value of your home gateway or access point For example if your home gateway or access ...

Page 9: ...dem test your wireless connection by opening your Internet browser and surfing the Web Note There are two colored bars on either side of the PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter Status icon When the bars are green your wireless connection is strong When they are yellow your wireless connection is fair When they are red your wireless connection is poor When the bars are yellow or red you may experience slo...

Page 10: ...name Workgroup Enter the name of your network in this field The Workgroup name must be the same on every computer included on your network Computer Description In this field enter the location of the computer the main user s name or any other information you want If you use a home gateway or access point you can establish a network allowing you to share files and printers This is an easy method to...

Page 11: ...ion tab In the Primary Network Logon text box located just above the File and Print Sharing button ensure Client for Microsoft Networks is selected see the first figure on page 18 If not click the down arrow and select it from the list that appears Click OK 8 The System Settings Change windows appears Click Yes to restart the computer If you do not see this screen restart your computer manually Af...

Page 12: ...p settings All the computers on your network must have the same Workgroup name To check or change the Workgroup name right click on the My Computer icon on your desktop and select Properties from the list that appears 2 The System Properties window appears as shown below Select Network Identification If the Workgroup name is the same as the other computers on your network click OK If not select Pr...

Page 13: ...re are no loose connections or cabling problems and that the home gateway s or access point s antenna is working properly You may have to consult the documentation that came with your home gateway or access point to check its operation You cannot connect to your home gateway or access point Make sure that the SSID value of the PCI 802 11b Wireless Adapter is the same as the ESSID value of your hom...

Page 14: ...ill be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC Your telephone company can make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedures that could affect the operation of your equipment If so you will be notified in advance so you can make the changes needed to maintain uninterrupted service If you experience trouble with this equipment please contact the manufacturer at the ad...

Page 15: ...d to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does c...

Page 16: ... from the date of purchase from Actiontec Electronics or its authorized reseller Actiontec Electronics sole obligation under this express warranty shall be at Actiontec s option and expense to repair the defective product or part deliver to Customer an equivalent product or part to replace the defective item or if neither of the two foregoing options is reasonably available Actiontec Electronics m...

Page 17: ...BE AFFECTED IF ANY REMEDY PROVIDED HEREIN SHALL FAIL OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE Disclaimer Some countries states or provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of implied warranties or the limitation of incidental or consequential damages for certain products supplied to consumers or the limitation of liability for personal injury so the above limitations and exclusions may be limited in thei...

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