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USER GUIDERangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterModel No: WMP110
 About This GuideiRangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterAbout This GuideIcon DescriptionsWhile  reading  through  the  User  Guide  you  may  see various icons that call attention to specific items. Below is a description of these icons:NOTE: This  check  mark  indicates that  there  is a  note  of  interest  and  is  something  that  you should pay special attention to while using the product. WARNING:  This  exclamation  point  indicates that  there  is  a  caution  or  warning  and  it  is something that could damage your property or product.WEB:  This  globe  icon  indicates  a  noteworthy website address or e-mail address.Online ResourcesWebsite  addresses  in  this  document  are  listed  without http:// in front of the address because most current web browsers do not require it. If you use an older web browser, you may have to add http:// in front of the web address.Resource WebsiteLinksys www.linksys.comLinksys International  www.linksys.com/internationalGlossary www.linksys.com/glossaryNetwork Security www.linksys.com/securityCopyright and TrademarksLinksys  is a  registered  trademark  or trademark of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and certain other  countries.  Copyright  ©  2008 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. Other brands and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
 Table of ContentsiiRangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterChapter 1: Product Overview  1LED   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  1Chapter 2: Wireless Security Checklist  2General Network Security Guidelines .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  2Additional Security Tips   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  2Chapter 3: Advanced Conguration  3How to Access the Wireless Network Monitor.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3How to Use the Wireless Network Monitor.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .   3Status .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  3Connect   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  6Profiles  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .12Appendix A: Troubleshooting  24Appendix B: Windows Vista Conguration  25Windows Vista Configuration .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .25New Wireless Connection  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .25Appendix C: Windows XP Wireless Zero Conguration  28Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .28Appendix D: Specications  30Appendix E: Warranty Information  31Limited Warranty.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Exclusions and Limitations.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Obtaining Warranty Service .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .31Technical Support  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .32Appendix E: Regulatory Information  33FCC Statement  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Safety Notices.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Industry Canada Statement .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .33Avis d’Industrie Canada.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34Wireless Disclaimer  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34Avis de non-responsabilité concernant les appareils sans fil   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .34User Information for Consumer Products Covered by EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electric and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .35
Chapter 1 Product Overview1RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterChapter 1:  Product OverviewThank you for choosing the Linksys RangePlus Wireless PCI Adapter. Using the latest wireless networking technology, the  Adapter  adds  or  upgrades  wireless  connectivity  on your notebook computer. To help protect your data and privacy, you can use industrial-strength WPA2 encryption to protect your wireless connection. The included Setup Wizard will walk you through configuring the Adapter to your network’s settings, step by step.LEDLink  (Green) The LED flashes when there is wireless network activity.
Chapter 2 Wireless Security Checklist2RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterChapter 2:  Wireless Security ChecklistWireless  networks are convenient and  easy  to install, so homes with high-speed Internet access are adopting them at a rapid pace. Because wireless networking operates by sending  information  over  radio  waves,  it  can  be  more vulnerable to intruders than a traditional wired network. Like signals from your cellular or cordless phones, signals from your wireless network can also be intercepted. Since you cannot physically prevent someone from connecting to your wireless network, you need to take some additional steps to keep your network secure. 1.  Change the default wireless    network name or SSIDWireless  devices  have  a  default  wireless  network  name or  Service  Set  Identifier  (SSID)  set  by  the  factory.  This is  the  name  of  your  wireless  network,  and  can  be  up to  32  characters  in  length.  Linksys  wireless  products use  linksys  as  the  default  wireless  network  name.  You should change the wireless network name to something unique  to distinguish  your wireless  network from  other wireless networks that may exist around you, but do not use  personal  information  (such  as  your  Social  Security number)  because  this  information  may  be  available  for anyone to see when browsing for wireless networks. 2.  Change the default passwordFor wireless products such as access points and routers, you will be asked for a password when you want to change their settings. These devices have a default password set by  the  factory.  The  Linksys  default  password  is  admin. Hackers  know  these  defaults  and  may  try  to  use  them to access your wireless device and change your network settings. To thwart any unauthorized changes, customize the device’s password so it will be hard to guess.3.  Enable MAC address filteringLinksys routers give you the ability to enable Media Access Control  (MAC)  address  filtering.  The  MAC  address  is  a unique  series  of  numbers  and  letters  assigned  to every networking  device. With  MAC  address filtering  enabled, wireless  network  access  is  provided  solely  for  wireless devices with specific MAC addresses. For example, you can specify the MAC address of each computer in your home so  that  only  those  computers  can  access  your  wireless network. 4.  Enable encryptionEncryption  protects  data  transmitted  over  a  wireless network. Wi-Fi Protected  Access (WPA/WPA2) and Wired Equivalency Privacy (WEP) offer different levels of security for wireless communication.A  network  encrypted  with  WPA/WPA2  is  more  secure than a network encrypted with WEP, because WPA/WPA2 uses dynamic key encryption. To protect the information as  it  passes  over  the  airwaves,  you  should  enable  the highest  level  of  encryption  supported  by  your  network equipment. WEP  is  an  older  encryption  standard  and  may  be  the only option available on some older devices that do not support WPA.General Network Security GuidelinesWireless  network  security  is  useless  if  the  underlying network is not secure. Password protect  all computers on  the network  and individually password protect sensitive files.Change passwords on a regular basis.Install  anti-virus  software  and  personal  firewall software.Disable file sharing (peer-to-peer). Some applications may  open  file  sharing  without  your  consent  and/or knowledge.Additional Security TipsKeep wireless routers, access points, or gateways away from exterior walls and windows.Turn  wireless  routers,  access  points,  or  gateways off  when  they  are  not  being  used  (at  night,  during vacations).Use strong passphrases that are at least eight characters in length. Combine letters and numbers to avoid using standard words that can be found in the dictionary. WEB:  For  more  information  on  wireless security, visit www.linksys.com/security•••••••
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration3RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterChapter 3:  Advanced ConfigurationAdvanced configuration is performed through the Wireless Network Monitor (the Monitor). Use it to check the status information,  search  for  available  wireless  networks,  or create profiles that hold different configuration settings.Diagnostics is  performed  through the  Diagnostic  utility. Use it to detect the Adapter, test the driver and Monitor, and troubleshoot if needed.How to Access the Wireless Network MonitorAfter installing the Adapter, the Monitor icon appears in the system tray of your computer. If the Monitor is enabled, the icon is green. If the Monitor is disabled or the Adapter is not inserted, the icon is gray.Wireless Network Monitor IconDouble-click the icon to open the Monitor.How to Use the Wireless Network MonitorThe opening  screen  of the  Monitor is  the  Status screen. From this screen, you can find out how strong the current wireless signal is and how good the connection’s quality is. You can also click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button   to connect to a router that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup.NOTE:  The  Adapter  supports  Wi-Fi  Protected Setup, which is a feature that makes it easy to set up your wireless network.Click  More  Information  to  view  additional  status information about the current connection. To  search for available  wireless  networks,  click  the  Connect  tab.  To perform  configuration  changes  or  create  connection profiles, click the Profiles tab.StatusThe Status screen displays network mode, signal strength, and link quality information about the current connection. It  also  displays  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button.  Click More Information for additional status information.Wi-Fi Protected Setup ButtonStatusSignal Strength  The Signal Strength bar indicates signal strength. Link Quality  The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.More  Information  Click  More  Information  to  view additional  information  about  the  wireless  network connection on the Wireless Network Status screen.Wi-Fi Protected Setup  Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button    to  connect  to  a  router  that  supports  Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Proceed  to the “Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup” section.Wi-Fi Protected SetupNOTE:  Make  sure  the  router  supports  Wi-Fi Protected Setup.Before you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. Then select the method that is most convenient for you.Select a Method
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration4RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterPush Button (Recommended)  Select this option to use the push button method.Use  Adapter’s  PIN  number  Select  this  option  to enter the Adapter’s PIN number on the router.Click  Next  to  continue,  or  click  Back  to  return  to  the previous screen.Proceed to the instructions for the method you selected.Use the Push ButtonUse the Push ButtonPress  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on  the router.Within two minutes, click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button   on this screen.The Adapter connects to the network.Connecting to the Network1.2.3.Click Print to print out your wireless network settings. Then click Finish to return to the Status screen, or click Exit to exit the Monitor.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Enter the Adapter’s PIN NumberEnter the PIN NumberAccess the web-based utility of the router. (Refer to the router’s documentation for instructions.)On  the  router’s  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  screen,  enter the Adapter’s PIN number  in  the PIN field. Then click Register.4.1.2.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration5RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterOn the Adapter’s PIN number screen, click Next.Enter the PIN NumberThe Adapter connects to the network.Connecting to the NetworkClick Print to print out your wireless network settings. Then click Finish to return to the Status screen, or click Exit to exit the Monitor.Congratulations3.4.5.Congratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Wireless Network StatusThe Wireless Network Status screen provides information on your current network settings.Wireless Network StatusRadio Band  This is the radio band used on the network.Wireless Network Name  This is the unique name (SSID) of the wireless network. Wireless Mode  This is the mode of the wireless network currently in use.Wide  Channel  This  is  the  Wireless-N  primary  channel used with a 40 MHz radio band network.Standard  Channel    This  is  the  channel  used  by  your wireless network.Security  This  is  the  status  of  the  wireless  security feature.Authentication  This  is  your  wireless  network’s authentication method.Network Type   This is the wireless network type.IP Address  This is the  IP Address of the Adapter.Subnet Mask  This is the Adapter’s Subnet Mask.Default Gateway  This is the Default Gateway address.DNS1  This is the DNS address of the Adapter.MAC  Address  This  is  the  MAC  address  of  the  wireless network’s wireless router or access point.Signal  Strength  The  Signal  Strength  bar  indicates  the signal strength. Link Quality  The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.Statistics  Click  Statistics  to go  to  the  Wireless Network Statistics screen.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration6RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterBack  Click Back to return to the initial Status screen. Save to Profile  Click Save to Profile to save the currently active connection settings to a profile.Wireless Network StatisticsThe Wireless Networks Statistics screen provides statistics on your current network settings.Wireless Network StatisticsTransmit  Rate    This  is  the  data  transmission  rate  of the  current  connection.  (In  Auto  mode,  the  Adapter dynamically shifts to the fastest data transmission rate at any given time.)Receive  Rate  This  is  the rate  that  the  Adapter  receives data.Packets  Received  This  shows  the  packets  that  the Adapter  receives,  in  real  time,  after  connecting  to  the wireless network or after clicking Refresh.Packets  Transmitted  This  shows  the  packets  that  the Adapter  transmits,  in  real  time,  after  connecting  to  the wireless network or after clicking Refresh.Bytes  Received  This  shows  the  bytes  that  the  Adapter receives,  in  real  time,  after  connecting  to  the  wireless network or after clicking Refresh.Bytes Transmitted  This shows the bytes that the Adapter transmits,  in  real  time,  after  connecting  to  the  wireless network or after clicking Refresh.Driver Version   This shows the Adapter’s driver version.Noise  Level   This  shows  the level of  background noise that affects the wireless signal. A lower reading translates into a higher quality signal.Signal Strength  This is the intensity of the wireless signal that the Adapter receives.Transmit Power  This  is  the power output at  which  the Adapter transmits.Up  Time    This  indicates  the  length  of  the  most  recent connection to a wireless network.Total Up Time  This indicates the cumulative total of the Adapter’s connection time.Signal  Strength    The  Signal Strength  bar  indicates the signal strength. Link Quality   The Link Quality bar indicates the quality of the wireless network connection.Back  Click Back to return to the initial Status screen. Status  Click Status to go to the Wireless Network Status screen. Save to Profile  Click Save to Profile to save the currently active connection settings to a profile. Refresh  Click Refresh to reset the statistics.ConnectThe  Connect  screen  displays  a  list of  available networks in  the  table.  The  table  shows  each  network’s  wireless network name, radio band, signal strength, and security method.  You  may  click  the  column  heading  (Wireless Network Name, GHz, Signal strength, or Security method) to sort by that field.NOTE:  The  icon    indicates  that  the  router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup.ConnectWireless Network Name   This is the SSID or unique name of the wireless network.GHz  This  is  the  radio  band  used  on  the  network.  The number 2.4 indicates Wireless-B, -G, or -N (2.4 GHz). The number 5 indicates Wireless-A or -N (5 GHz).Signal  This is the percentage of signal strength, from 0 to 100%.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration7RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterSecurity  This  is  the  security  method  used  by  the network.Wi-Fi Protected Setup  Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button    to  connect  to  a  router  that  supports  Wi-Fi Protected  Setup.  Refer  to  the  “Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup” instructions  in  the “Status”  section  at  the  beginning  of this chapter.Refresh  Click  Refresh  to  perform  a  new  search  for wireless devices.Connect  To connect to one of the networks on the list, select the wireless network, and click Connect.If  the  router  does  not  support  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup, proceed to the section, “No Wi-Fi Protected Setup”. If the router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup  , proceed to the section, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”.No Wi-Fi Protected SetupIf the router does not use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, proceed to the appropriate section, “Wireless Security Disabled” or “Wireless Security Enabled”.Wireless Security DisabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is disabled, then you will view this screen:Click Connect AnywayClick Connect Anyway.Click Finish.Congratulations1.2.Congratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Wireless Security EnabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is enabled, then you will view one of three screens.Proceed to the appropriate instructions.WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2)If  the  network  uses  WPA2  Personal  security,  then the  WPA2-Personal  Key  Needed  for  Connection  screen appears.WPA2-Personal SecurityPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)If  the  network  uses  WPA  Personal  security,  then the  WPA-Personal  Key  Needed  for  Connection  screen appears.WPA-Personal Security1.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration8RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)If the network uses WEP encryption, then the WEP Key or Passphrase Needed for Connection screen appears. WEP SecurityPassphrase  Enter the Passphrase or WEP key.The  passphrase  is  case-sensitive  and  must  be  16  or fewer  alphanumeric  characters.  It  must  match  the passphrase  of  your  other  wireless  network  devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually.)If  you  enter  the  network’s  WEP  key,  enter  the appropriate number of hexadecimal characters (“0” to “9” and “A” to “F”). For 64-bit encryption, enter exactly 10  hexadecimal  characters.  For  128-bit  encryption, enter exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.Click Finish.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Wi-Fi Protected SetupIf you connect to a router that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you will view this screen:Select a MethodBefore you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. Then select the method that is most convenient for you.Push Button (Recommended)  Select this option to use the push button method.Use  Adapter’s  PIN  number  Select  this  option  to enter the Adapter’s PIN number on the router.Enter Key Manually  Select this option to manually enter the security key.Click  Next  to  continue,  or  click  Back  to  return  to  the previous screen.Proceed to the instructions for the method you selected.2.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration9RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterUse the Push ButtonUse the Push ButtonPress  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on  the router.Within two minutes, click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button   on this screen.The Adapter connects to the network.Connecting to the Network1.2.3.Click Print to print out your wireless network settings. Then click Finish to return to the Status screen, or click Exit to exit the Monitor.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Enter the Adapter’s PIN NumberEnter the PIN NumberAccess the web-based utility of the router. (Refer to the router’s documentation for instructions.)On  the  router’s  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  screen,  enter the Adapter’s PIN number  in  the PIN field. Then click Register.4.1.2.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration10RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterOn the Adapter’s PIN number screen, click Next.Enter the PIN NumberThe Adapter connects to the network.Connecting to the NetworkClick Print to print out your wireless network settings. Then click Finish to return to the Status screen, or click Exit to exit the Monitor.Congratulations3.4.5.Congratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Enter Key ManuallyProceed  to  the  appropriate  section,  “Wireless  Security Disabled” or “Wireless Security Enabled”.Wireless Security DisabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is disabled, then you will view this screen:Click Connect AnywayClick Connect Anyway.Click Finish.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Wireless Security EnabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is enabled, then you will view one of three screens.1.2.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration11RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterProceed to the appropriate instructions.WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2)If  the  network  uses  WPA2  Personal  security,  then the  WPA2-Personal  Key  Needed  for  Connection  screen appears.WPA2-Personal SecurityPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)If  the  network  uses  WPA  Personal  security,  then  the WPA-Personal Key Needed for Connection screen.WPA-Personal SecurityPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)If the network uses WEP encryption, then the WEP Key or Passphrase Needed for Connection screen appears. 1.WEP SecurityPassphrase  Enter the Passphrase or WEP key.The  passphrase  is  case-sensitive  and  must  be  16  or fewer  alphanumeric  characters.  It  must  match  the passphrase  of  your  other  wireless  network  devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually.)If  you  enter  the  network’s  WEP  key,  enter  the appropriate number of hexadecimal characters (“0” to “9” and “A” to “F”). For 64-bit encryption, enter exactly 10  hexadecimal  characters.  For  128-bit  encryption, enter exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.Click Finish.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.2.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration12RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterProfilesThe  Profiles  screen  lets  you  save  different  configuration profiles for different network setups. The table on the left displays a list of available profiles with their profile names and wireless network names.ProfilesProfile  This is the name of the profile.Wireless Network Name   This is the SSID or unique name of the wireless network.Profile InformationFor each profile selected, the following are listed:Wireless Mode  This is the mode of the wireless network currently in use.Standard  Channel  This  is  the  channel  used  by  your wireless network.Security  This is the status of the wireless security.Authentication  This is the authentication setting for the network.IP  Address  This  is the  method used  by  the network  to assign IP addresses.Connect   To connect to a wireless network using a specific profile, select the profile, and click Connect.Wi-Fi Protected Setup  Click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button    to  connect  to  a  router  that  supports  Wi-Fi Protected  Setup.  Refer  to  the  “Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup” instructions in the “Status” section at the beginning of this chapter.New  Click  New  to  create  a  new  profile.  See  the  next section, “Create a New Profile,” for instructions.Edit  Select the profile you want to change and click Edit. Import  Click Import to import a profile that is saved in another  location.  Select  the  appropriate  file,  and  click Open.Export  Select the profile you want to save in a different location,  and  click  Export.  Direct  Windows  to  the appropriate folder, and click Save.Delete  Select  the  profile  you  want  to  delete  and  click Delete. NOTE:  If  you  want  to  export  more  than  one profile, you must export them one at a time.Create a New ProfileThe next screen is the Available Wireless Networks screen.Available Wireless NetworksThis  screen  provides  two  options  for  setting  up  the Adapter.Available Wireless Networks (For most users)  Use this option if you already have a network set up. The networks available  to  this  Adapter  are  listed  on  this  screen.  You can  choose  one  of  these  networks  and  click  Connect to  connect  to  it.  Click  Refresh  to  update  the  Available Wireless Networks list. Advanced  Setup  If  your  network  is  not  listed  on  this screen,  select  Advanced  Setup  to  set  up  the  Adapter manually. This method is for advanced users only.The setup for each option is described, step by step, under the appropriate heading on the following pages.Available Wireless NetworksThe available networks are listed in the table on the center of the screen by Wireless Network Name. Select the wireless network you wish to connect to and click Connect. (If you do not see your network listed, click Refresh to bring the list up again.)If  the  router  does  not  support  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup, proceed to the section, “No Wi-Fi Protected Setup”. If the router supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup  , proceed to the section, “Wi-Fi Protected Setup”.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration13RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterNo Wi-Fi Protected SetupIf the router does not use Wi-Fi Protected Setup, proceed to the appropriate section, “Wireless Security Disabled” or “Wireless Security Enabled”.Wireless Security DisabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is disabled, then you will view this screen:Click Connect AnywayClick Connect Anyway.Click Finish.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.Wireless Security EnabledIf  you  connect  to  a  network  whose  wireless  security  is enabled, then you will view one of three screens.Proceed to the appropriate instructions.WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2)If  the  network  uses  WPA2  Personal  security,  then the  WPA2-Personal  Key  Needed  for  Connection  screen appears.1.2.1.WPA2-Personal SecurityPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)If  the  network  uses  WPA  Personal  security,  then the  WPA-Personal  Key  Needed  for  Connection  screen appears.WPA-Personal SecurityPassphrase  Enter  the  network’s  Passphrase  (also called a pre-shared key) of 8-63 characters.To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)If the network uses WEP encryption, then the WEP Key or Passphrase Needed for Connection screen appears.
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration14RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterWEP SecurityPassphrase  Enter the Passphrase or WEP key.The  passphrase  is  case-sensitive  and  must  be  16  or fewer  alphanumeric  characters.  It  must  match  the passphrase  of  your  other  wireless  network  devices and is compatible with Linksys wireless products only. (For non-Linksys wireless products, enter the WEP key manually.)If  you  enter  the  network’s  WEP  key,  enter  the appropriate number of hexadecimal characters (“0” to “9” and “A” to “F”). For 64-bit encryption, enter exactly 10  hexadecimal  characters.  For  128-bit  encryption, enter exactly 26 hexadecimal characters. To  connect  to  the network, click  Connect. To  cancel the connection, click Cancel.Click Finish.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.2.Wi-Fi Protected SetupIf you connect to a router that supports Wi-Fi Protected Setup, then you will view this screen:Select a MethodBefore you begin, make sure the router and the computer with the Adapter are in the same room. Then select the method that is most convenient for you.Push Button (Recommended)  Select this option to use the push button method.Use  Adapter’s  PIN  number  Select  this  option  to enter the Adapter’s PIN number on the router.Enter Key Manually  Select this option to manually enter the security key.Click  Next  to  continue,  or  click  Back  to  return  to  the previous screen.Proceed to the instructions for the method you selected.Use the Push ButtonUse the Push Button
Chapter 3 Advanced Configuration15RangePlus Wireless PCI AdapterPress  the  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  button  on  the router.Within two minutes, click the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button   on this screen.The Adapter connects to the network.Connecting to the NetworkClick Print to print out your wireless network settings. Then click Finish to return to the Status screen, or click Exit to exit the Monitor.CongratulationsCongratulations! The Adapter is connected to  the network.1.2.3.4.Enter the Adapter’s PIN NumberEnter the PIN NumberAccess the web-based utility of the router. (Refer to the router’s documentation for instructions.)On  the  router’s  Wi-Fi  Protected  Setup  screen,  enter the Adapter’s PIN number  in  the PIN field. Then click Register.On the Adapter’s PIN number screen, click Next.Enter the PIN Number1.2.3.

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