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UPnP Control Point Software on
Windows ME/XP
This appendix provides instructions for configuring the UPnP on
your computers to work with the Wireless Gateway.
UPnP is an architecture for pervasive peer-to-peer network
connectivity of intelligent appliances, Wireless devices, and PCs
of all form factors. It is designed to bring easy-to-use, flexible,
standards-based connectivity to ad-hoc or unmanaged
networks whether in the home, in a small business, public
spaces, or attached to the Internet. UPnP is a distributed, open
networking architecture that leverages TCP/IP and the Web
technologies to enable seamless proximity networking in
addition to control and data transfer among networked devices
in the home, office, and public spaces.
UPnP is more than just a simple extension of the plug and play
peripheral model. It is designed to support zero-configuration,
"invisible" networking, and automatic discovery for a breadth of
device categories from a wide range of vendors. This means a
device can dynamically join a network, obtain an IP address,
convey its capabilities, and learn about the presence and
capabilities of other devices. DHCP and DNS servers are
optional and are used only if available on the network. Finally, a
device can leave a network smoothly and automatically without
leaving any unwanted state behind.
UPnP Control Point Software on Windows ME
To install the control point software on Windows ME:
1. In the Control Panel, select "Add/Remove Programs".
2. In the "Add/Remove Programs Properties" dialog box, select
the "Windows Setup" tab. In the "Components" list, double click
on the "Communications" entry.
3. In the "Communications" dialog box, scroll down the
"Components" list to display the UPnP entry. Select the entry,
click "OK".
4. Click "OK" to finish the "Add/Remove Programs" dialog.
5. Reboot your system.
Once you have installed the UPnP software and you have
rebooted (and your network includes the IGD system), you
should be able to see the IGD controlled device on your network.