Using the SMC WLAN Configuration Tool (Windows)
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Figure 3-2. Example of Adapter in Station Mode
Figure 3-3. Example of Adapter in AP Mode
Using the SMC WLAN configuration tool, you can switch your Adapter from one operating
mode to another.
To switch the Adapter from Station mode to AP mode:
1. Insert the Adapter into the USB port on your computer.
2. Click
AP mode
at the top of the main screen (see Figure 3-1).
3. If the ICS Select WAN Adapter dialog box appears, use the top drop-down list to select a
WAN adapter. The bottom drop-down list is a read-only field that shows the name of your
Adapter.
4. Click
OK
.
Note:
If the Adapter is not
inserted into the computer’s USB slot, an error messages indicates
it is impossible to switch to AP mode. If you receive this message, click
OK
to close the
message. Then
insert the Adapter into the computer’s USB port and click
AP mode
again.