Connecting to the Internet 47
To create a computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network:
To create a new computer-to-computer (Ad Hoc) network or to connect to a hidden
access point (Stealth/Closed Mode), refer to the following procedures.
A hidden access point is an access point that exists, but is configured not to
be detected by the scan operation to prevent access attempts from
unauthorized users.
1.
In the Profile list window, click
New
.
2.
Enter
a Profile Name
and
the Network Names
(SSID).
What is a network name (SSID)?
Network name (SSID) is a name that a wireless adapter uses for identifying
connection. Enter the name of computer-to-computer network to create (e.g.,
P2P) or the name of access point to connect. The network name identifies
cases. (capital and lowercase) For the name of access point, check the
settings of the access point, or ask your wireless network administrator.
3.
In the Advanced window, configure the Network type.
Network mode:
Ad- Hoc -
Select to connect to an Ad Hoc network.
Access Point -
Select to connect to an access point.
4.
In the Security window, select either Set Security Method for the Ad Hoc network
to connect.
To connect to an access point, select either Set Security Method according to the settings of
the access point.
It is recommended configuring a WEP Key for security purposes when
creating an Ad Hoc network profile.
5.
When a profile has been created, the new profile appears in the Profile list of the
Profile management tab. Double-clicking a profile connects to the network using
that profile.
