Gateway M250, Networking Manual

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Setting up your wireless network
Setting up your wireless network
Setting up your wireless network involves three steps:
1
Make sure your broadband connection works.
2
Set up your access point and network security.
3
Set up your notebook.
Making sure your broadband connection
works
Before you change anything about your home setup, make sure that your
broadband connection is working correctly. To test the connection, log
onto the Internet using your current setup. If the connection is not
working, contact your Internet service provider.
Tips & Tricks When you buy your access point, make sure it has:
■
IEEE 802.11g support. 802.11g (also known as 54g
™
)
is the fastest method for wireless communications.
802.11g is compatible with the older IEEE 802.11b
format but not with the competing IEEE 802.11a format.
Make sure that you get the correct format that matches
your notebook.
■
DHCP server/dynamic IP address assignment capability
that makes it easier to set up and access your network.
■
Internet security features like a firewall to keep intruders
out of your network.
■
Wireless security features like SecureEasySetup™ or
128-bit WEP encryption.
If you are not sure what to buy, check out Gateway’s
accessory store at
accessories.gateway.com .
Important If you do not have a broadband connection already
installed, make the necessary arrangements with your ISP.
Be sure to find out when the line will be activated. Also
ask your ISP about any specific instructions you need to
follow when you set up your network.