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- Before Using the Wireless LAN
Configuring the WLAN
The WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using the software that
is built into Windows Vista. Support for most industry standard security solutions is contained in this
software.
Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with your network
administrator for these parameters:
1
Click the Start button, then select Control Panel.
2
If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, select Classic View from the left panel. Double-click the Network and
Sharing Center icon.
3
Select “Manage wireless networks” from the left panel.
4
Click on the [Add] button.
5
Depending upon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection. For an infrastructure
network, select “Manually create a network profile. For ad hoc network, select “Create an ad hoc network”.
Activating the WLAN Device
Activation of the WLAN device can
be accomplished using the same
methods as the deactivation process,
by using the Wireless LAN/
Bluetooth On/Off Switch.
Figure A-3. Wireless LAN/Bluetooth On/Off Switch Location
Wireless LAN/Bluetooth
On/Off Switch