CHAPTER 8: WIRELESS ZERO CONFIGURATION
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Chapter 8
Wireless Zero
Configuration
This chapter explains how to use Microsoft’s Wireless Zero Configuration
(WZC) service to enter network settings and connect to your WLAN. WZC
is a utility built into Windows XP that manages and automates WLAN
connections. Windows XP with Service Pack 1 includes support for 802.1x.
Note: You cannot use WZC if you enabled Socket WLAN Tools on your
system. To use WZC again, you must uninstall Socket WLAN Tools (which
will also remove the card drivers), then run the Found New Hardware
Wizard again to reinstall the Socket card drivers.
1. After you install the card driver via the Found New Hardware Wizard,
various icons and bubbles will appear in the task tray. Wait for an icon
with two computers to appear for a
Wireless Connection
, then click on
the icon.
WARNING! Be careful to click only on the Wireless Connection icon! Do
not click on any other icons or bubbles! Do not run any more wizards!
2. A list of networks will appear that are available for connection. Select
your network, and click
Connect
. The screen varies depending on which
security protocol your network uses.
Open System
802.1x
If the
Connect
button is disabled, you may need to enter network
settings or select certain options before you can click on it.
