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Setting the Communication Domain
Stationary Wireless PCs
The Basic Service Set (BSS) is the communication domain for each
SMC2652W access point. For wireless PCs that do not need to
support roaming, set the domain identifier (SSID) for the wireless
card to the BSS ID of the access point you want to connect to.
Check with your administrator for the BSS ID of the SMC2652W
access point he wants you to connect to.
Roaming Wireless PCs
A wireless infrastructure can also support roaming for mobile
workers. More than one access point can be configured to create
an Extended Service Set (ESS). By placing the access points so
that a continuous coverage area is created, wireless users within
this ESS can roam freely. All SMC2602W PCI adapters and
SMC2652W access points within a specific ESS must be configured
with the same SS ID.
Before setting up an ESS for roaming, you need to choose a clear
radio channel and ideal location for the SMC2652W access points
to maximize performance. (Refer to “Using the Wireless LAN
Utility” on page 19 for detailed information on installation and
usage.)
Configuration And Diagnostic Utility
SMC’s EZ Connect Wireless 2602W Wireless adapter provides free
optional management software for quick network configuration and
easy diagnostics. The diskette labeled “Utility”. that comes with
the package, contains a user-friendly interface for configuring the
EZ Connect Wireless 2602W PC Adapter.
Utility Installation
To install the utility software:
1. Insert the “Utility” setup diskette in your PC’s floppy drive
(A:).
2. Select “run” from Windows “Start” menu bar.
3. Click on “Browse” to locate the “setup”. file of this program.
4. Then click on “OK”. to run the setup program.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish installation.
Using the Wireless LAN Utility
Once the installation is completed, the configuration utility can be
accessed by selecting the ”Configuration Utility” icon from the
“PRISM 802.11 Wireless LAN” folder.
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