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Step 2: Inserting the Adapter
Make sure that
the Bluetooth USB Adapter
is
properly
inserted inside your
computer.
If you started at
Step 1: Installing the Software
The
Found New Hardware Wizard
detects and installs the device. When the
installation is finished, you are ready to begin using the
Bluetooth features
of this computer.
If you
skipped
Step 1: Installing the Software
, you are ready to begin using the
Bluetooth features of this computer.
NOTE
: Before you begin, however, please review the
Bluetooth
USB Adapter User’s Guide
. This document provides important
information and instructions that will help you do the things you want to do with
your Bluetooth enabled computer.
Glossary
Authentication
A Bluetooth security feature that is used to verify identity; it requires a
Bluetooth PIN Code from the remote device.
Authorization
A Yes-or-No Bluetooth security feature that requires operator intervention to
avoid having the connection time out and fail.
Bluetooth
device
Bluetooth enabled hardware such as a computer, printer, fax, mouse,
keyboard, cell phone, headset, or PDA.
Bluetooth PIN
Code
The alphanumeric string (up to 16 characters) that is typed to respond to a
Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Also referred to as a
Passkey
.
Bluetooth
®
A short-range (9.14 meters/30 feet) networking protocol that allows enabled
devices to automatically recognize each other. Bluetooth wireless
technology allows quick and easy connectivity of Bluetooth enabled devices.
Client
Applications
Software applications on this computer that allow this computer to use the
Bluetooth services provided by remote Bluetooth devices.
Link Key
An internally generated unique security key (based on a Passkey, the
Bluetooth Device Address, and an internally generated random number) that
is exchanged by paired devices as proof of identity before a connection is
established.
Local Services
Services that this computer provides to other Bluetooth devices.
Paired Devices
Bluetooth devices must be paired before they can connect. Paired devices
share a unique Link Key, which they exchange each time they connect.
Secure
Connection
A setting that requires a Passkey or Link Key each time you attempt to make
a connection. All data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is
encrypted. Depending on other configuration options, authorization may also
be required.
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