Symbol PDT 8000, Product Reference Manual

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9-5
Spectrum24 Network Configuration
Finding WLANs
A completed profile is a set of terminal configuration settings that can be used in different
locations to connect to a Spectrum24 network. Creating different profiles is a good way of
having pre-defined terminal operating parameters available for use in various Spectrum24
network environments.
Select Find WLANs from the Mobile Companion menu to locate the APs in the area. The
Mobile Companion window displays the available WLAN networks.
Figure 9-2. Available WLAN Networks
Find WLANs Displays a list of Spectrum24 networks (APs and networked peers) available
to the terminal for association. The networks are listed by their ESSID. To the
right of each network is a signal strength icon. Networks with a signal
strength of Good (three green bars out of five) or better should be considered
for connection. Tap a network and tap Connect to interoperate with the AP
representing that network. Once connected, the Mode, Authentication,
Encryption, IP Config and Power tab views display the ESSID, security
settings, network address information and power consumption level set for
that network. (See
Finding WLANs on page 9-5 for more information.)
Options Displays settings for system sounds, AP and terminal association
capabilities, profile roaming options, as well as the password protecting the
Mobile Companion utility. (See
Setting Options on page 9-27 for more
information.)
Table 9-1. Mobile Companion Menu Descriptions (Continued)
Menu Item Description