Connect other computers and devices
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How to connect other computers or devices without
using the CD
If you’ve a wired device
Simply plug its Ethernet cable into one of the spare Ethernet (yellow) ports on the back
of your Hub.
We suggest you use an Ethernet connection if your computer or device is usually near
your Hub.
You’ll then need to check your network login details in your Hub Manager (see page 17).
If you’ve a wireless device such as laptop, netbook or smartphone
Use its wireless feature to connect to your Hub. You’ll need your Hub’s wireless network
name and wireless key. You can find these on your Hub’s handy pull-out (see page 16).
There’s a space on page 31 for you to keep a note of these details. Once you’ve found
these, follow the instructions that came with your device – for the Hub, read on.
If you’re trying to connect a computer or a device, turn on its wireless – there’s
usually some sort of switch. Then try hovering your mouse or cursor over the icons
in your computer’s system tray or status bar, and look for a wireless icon. If you’re
using Windows Vista or XP, you can also try clicking
Start
then
Connect to…
. If your
computer’s got a wireless connection, find your Hub’s wireless network name in any list
displayed (it will start with ‘BTHub3...’), highlight it and click
Connect
. If you need to,
type in your Hub’s wireless key.
You’ll then need to check your network login details in your Hub Manager (see page 17).
