User Manual Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device April, 2004 Version 1.
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Table Of Contents 1 Introduction...................................................................................................... 7 1.1 1.2 Inventory Checklist...................................................................................... 8 Supported Security ..................................................................................... 8 2 Antenna Attachment.......................................................................................... 9 3 Security Settings .............
7.3 Switch to Access Point Mode .................................................................... 64 7.3.1.1 Disable / Enable Wireless............................................................. 67 7.3.1.2 Change Admin Password… ........................................................... 69 7.3.1.3 Options….................................................................................... 70 7.3.1.4 Status…....................................................................................... 71 7.3.
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1 Introduction Welcome! Your HP HP PC includes a Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device. This device allows you to establish a wireless network using your HP PC as a Wireless Access Point or as a Wireless Client (Station Mode) if you already have a wireless network running. Today, millions of people are installing 802.11 Access Points (Gateways) for wireless networking. Your HP PC is communicating wirelessly via an embedded Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device.
1.1 Inventory Checklist Included with your HP PC should be the following items for your Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device: • • • 1.2 CD-ROM (Contains full User’s Manual) Antenna (Screws to the connector on the back of your HP PC.
2 Antenna Attachment This chapter contains instructions for antenna installation. Note: It is assumed that there is an existing wireless LAN network with an internet connection that has been set up on your computer prior to using the Software Access Point. Please consult your ISP for further information. If you have already attached the antenna to your HP HP PC, please skip to Chapter 3. 1. Screw the antenna connector (A) to the antenna jack (B) located on the back of the HP PC.
3 Security Settings Security can be set up using WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol) or WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). It is important to set up matching security types between 802.11 devices. Be certain to check the type of security on your other wireless 802.11b/g device(s ) in order to decide which type of security needs to be set up on your HP PC. WEP security was the original security standard provided for wireless 802.11 devices. WPA security is a more recent standard of security available, yet all 802.
4 Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration This chapter contains information on configuring your HP PC for Station Mode (as a client) if you do not wish to convert to Access Point Mode (AP Mode). It is necessary to complete the steps in Section 2, Antenna Attachment prior to using Windows XP Wireless Network Configuration. Note: It is assumed that there is an existing wireless network with connection to the internet.
Network name and Network Key. The Network name and Network Key must both be set up for your HP PC to function with your current network in Station Mode.
1. Choose your Wireless Network in the Available wireless networks selection box. 2. Select Advanced. The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box appears. Figure 4: Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box 3. Select the General tab in the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. 4. Highlight Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) in the “This connection uses the following items:” selection box. 5. Select Properties. Wireless LAN 802.
The Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box appears with the General tab displayed. Figure 5: Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialog box 6. Verify that the following choices are selected: • Obtain an IP address automatically • Obtain DNS server address automatically Note: Obtaining an IP address automatically is recommended. If static IP address settings are preferred, refer to your own wireless network settings. 7. Select OK.
4.2.1 WEP: Setting the Network Key (Network Security) Securing your Software Access Point enabled network is essential in a wireless network environment. Security for the Software Access Point is maintained through the following features: • • • Support for WPA (WPA-Personal Security (Wi-Fi protected access) AES and TKIP) Support for the WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol) Support for MAC address filtering This section gives instruction on how to correctly set up WEP security on your HP PC.
2. 3. Select Refresh to the right of the Available networks selection box. Highlight the Network name (SSID) of your Access Point, Wireless Broadband Router or Wireless Gateway in the “Available networks” selection box. 4. Select Configure The Wireless Network Properties dialog box appears. Figure 7: Wireless network properties dialog box 5. Verify that the Network name (SSID) is the same as the one selected in step 3 of this section. 6. Uncheck the box “The key is provided for me automatically”. 7.
You are returned to the Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box. In order to verify your wireless connection see section 2.4, Verifying your Wireless Connection. 4.2.2 WPA: Setting the Network Key (Network Security) Securing your Software Access Point enabled network is essential in a wireless network environment.
14. Highlight the Network name (SSID) of your Access Point, Wireless Broadband Router or Wireless Gateway in the “Available networks” selection box. 15. Select Configure The Wireless Network Properties dialog box appears. Figure 9: Wireless network properties dialog box 16. Verify that the Network name (SSID) is the same as the one selected in step 3 of this section. 17. Uncheck the box “The key is provided for me automatically”. 18. Verify that the Network Authentication is set to WPA-PSK. 19.
Verifying your Wireless Network Connection Once you have input the Network name and Network Key you should be connected wirelessly in Station Mode, as a Client (See Section 3.2.1 or Section 3.2.2 for further information). It is now possible to verify your wireless connection using the HP PC. In order to verify your wireless connection: 1. Right click on the Wireless Network Connection icon in the system tray on your desktop. The Wireless Network Connection Status dialog box appears.
4.2.3 Ad-Hoc Network Ad-hoc networks allow users to create a simple wireless network without the use of an access point. There are several drawbacks when relying on ad-hoc networks for wireless networking. Most notably ad-hoc networks are susceptible to network breakdown due to their decentralized nature. Please see MicrosoftXP help for further instructions about setting your system up as an ad-hoc network. Wireless LAN 802.
5 Activating Access Point Mode It is necessary to complete the steps in Chapter 2, Antenna Attachment prior to installing Access Point Mode (AP Mode). Your HP PC, by default, functions in Station Mode (as a Client) which is necessary in situations when there is already a wireless network running. If you would like to establish a wireless network using your HP PC as an Access Point then you will need to install Access Point Mode (AP Mode).
5.1 Installation In order to install the SoftAP (first use only. For future uses see Chapter 5, Access Point Mode). Refer to Figure 11 below: 1. Go to the Start menu on your desktop 2. Select All Programs 3 4 2 1 Figure 11: Conversion to Access Point Mode 3. Select Wireless Software Access Point 4. Select Install Wireless Software Access Point The Software Access Point will activate on your HP PC with assistance from the InstallShield Wizard. No action is required through this process.
The InstallShield Wizard will display the following screens during self-installation: Note: No action is required during the installation process. The InstallShield Wizard prepares to install…… Figure 12: Preparing to Install The InstallShield Wizard checks the Setup Status of the Wireless SoftAP…. Figure 13: SoftAP Setup Status Wireless LAN 802.
The Wireless SoftAP Wizard upgrades the adapters driver….. Figure 14: Driver Installation The Wireless SoftAP Wizard detects current network settings….. Figure 15: Network Settings Wireless LAN 802.
The installation begins….. Figure 16: Installing... The installation continues by configuring network components….. Figure 17: Configuring Network Components Wireless LAN 802.
The installation completes and starts SoftAP services….. Figure 18: Starting Services The installation through InstallShield Wizard is now complete. You should see the wireless SoftAP icon in the system tray of your HP PC as shown in figure 19. Figure 19: Wireless SoftAP icon Wireless LAN 802.
5.2 Verifying your Wireless Network Connection After completing the software activation for conversion into Access Point Mode there will be an additional icon in the system tray of your HP PC. This icon will remain present now that the SoftAP has been installed. The SoftAP icon is a green pie-shaped icon with an arrow in the center. Software Access Point icon.
6 Access Point Mode Prior to using your HP PC in Access Point Mode you must attach the antenna (See Chapter 2). It is also necessary to convert to Access Point Mode (See Chapter 4) as the HP PC functions in Station Mode by default. If another machine is connected to the internet and you would like to wirelessly connect this HP PC to the other connected machine, refer to Chapter 6 on Station Mode. Note: It is assumed that there is an existing internet connection in order to establish Access Point Mode.
OR It is possible to launch the SoftAP with a right click on the SoftAP icon. When a right click is made on the icon the SoftAP icon menu appears. Select Show from this menu to bring up the Wireless SoftAP dialog box. Figure 22: Launching; Software Access Point icon menu The Wireless SoftAP dialog box appears as shown in figure 23. Figure 23: Wireless SoftAP dialog box For a detailed explanation of the Wireless SoftAP dialog box refer to Section 5.2. Wireless LAN 802.
6.2 The Wireless SoftAP Dialog Box The Wireless SoftAP dialog box as shown in figure 24 , is the primary hub of the SoftAP. From this box all of the major functions (security, device viewing and mode switching) can be accomplished. Figure 24 represents the Wireless SoftAP dialog box when AP Mode is active. For information on the Wireless SoftAP dialog box when Station Mode is active see section 7.2.
6.2.1 File Menu Figure 25: Wireless SoftAP File menu There are two File menu choices: • • Minimize to System Tray (section 6.2.1.1) Exit (section 6.2.1.2) 6.2.1.1 Minimize to System Tray minimizes the Wireless SoftAP dialog box to the SoftAP icon in your system tray. It is necessary to open it again when desired by clicking the icon. 6.2.1.2 Exit exits you from the SoftAP application altogether.
6.2.2 Tools Menu Figure 26: AP Mode Tools menu There are five Tools menu choices: • • • • • Switch to Station Mode (Section 6.2.2.1) Disable Wireless (Section 6.2.2.2) Change Admin Password…. (Section 6.2.2.3) Options…. (Section 6.2.2.4) Status…. (Section 6.2.2.5) 6.2.2.1 Switch to Station Mode Switching to Station Mode is necessary when there is already an Access Point, gateway, or wireless broadband router and you wish to connect this HP PC to the other machine.
Note: Any settings applied to Station Mode in Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration will remain in effect when Station Mode is applied. Figure 27: AP Mode Tools menu Once Switch to Station Mode has been selected from the Tools menu the following screens will appear while the Wireless SoftAP initiates changes in your Wireless connection settings: Figure 28: Switch to Station Mode As your HP PC switches wireless connection settings you will be asked to wait (See figure 28 above). Wireless LAN 802.
Figure 29: Station Mode switch successful You will be prompted to select OK when the switch to Station Mode is complete. Figure 30: SoftAP in Station Mode Once the Wireless SoftAP has finished switching to Station Mode the status will read “Station mode – Adapter Enabled” and no text will appear under “Number of Clients” as shown in figure 30). Wireless LAN 802.
Important The most recent Station Mode settings entered either in Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration or in Chapter 7, Station Mode, will be enabled. If you have not entered settings for Station Mode, refer to Chapter 7. 6.2.2.2 Disable / Enable Wireless Figure 31: Wireless SoftAP dialog box. Tools menu From the Tools menu it is possible to disable the Wireless SoftAP by selecting Disable Wireless (See figure 31).
Figure 32: Wireless SoftAP dialog box; Wireless Disabled Note: When wireless is disabled on your HP PC wireless connections will not be functioning nor can they be established. Wireless must be enabled again in order to connect with other wireless devices or to re-establish pre-set wireless connections. Once disabled your Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device can be re-activated through use of the same menu as seen in Figure 33 below.
6.2.2.3 Change Admin Password… SoftAP allows setting of an Admin password through the Tools menu as shown in figure 34 below. By setting the Admin password any settings saved in the Tools menu under the options selection become locked. It is necessary to enter the specified password in order to go to the options selection in the Tools menu. Note: It is not necessary to enter the Admin Password to view Status or to change from AP Mode to Station Mode.
Figure 35: Change Password dialog box In order to set an Admin Password: 1. Leave the space for Current Password empty if you have not already set an admin password. Note: The Admin Password must be 8 – 16 alphanumeric characters. 2. Enter the desired password into the space for New Password. 3. Enter the desired password a second time into the space for Confirm New Password. 4. Select OK. The Admin Password dialog box will disappear. 5. Exit the Wireless SoftAP application (See section 6..2.1) 6.
After completing steps 1 – 5 above you will be prompted to enter your password when attempting to access Options in the Tools menu. Figure 36: Prompt dialog box for Admin Password After entering the password and selecting OK, Options on the Tools menu will be available in Access Point Mode. 6.2.2.4 Options… The Options menu selection allows you to alter regional settings for the SoftAP, establish security settings and set up MAC Filtering. Figure 37: Tools menu; Options Selection Wireless LAN 802.
Figure 38: Options; General Settings tab The General tab displays the available language packs. By default the language should be set to the region representing the location where the HP PC was purchased, yet it is easy to select another language by selecting the down arrow and highlighting the chosen language. Note: The language settings effect only the SoftAP interface and are not applicable to your Microsoft operating system. Wireless LAN 802.
Figure 39: Options; Wireless AP tab The Wireless AP tab, as shown above in figure 39, provides the SSID (Network name) of your HP PC along with the Encryption type, Region, and Channel. There is also an Advanced selection available at the bottom of the dialog box which makes more advanced functions available. The SSID (Network name) of your HP PC is the name that other wireless 802.11b/g devices see when they discover your HP PC.
Figure 40: Types of Security There are three types of security available for use with the SoftAP: WEP Open Key, WPA Personal TKIP and WPA Personal AES. It is important to set up matching security types between 802.11 devices. It is necessary to check the type of security on your other wireless network prior to establishing security on your HP PC. Instructions for setting security for AP Mode are located in section 6.3. WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol): Open Key is an encryption standard for 802.
WPA Personal TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) and WPA Personal AES (Advanced Encryption Standard): Note: WPA security can either be “WPA Personal TKIP” or “WPA Personal AES”. There is no noticeable difference between these types of WPA nor is there a difference when establishing either in the SoftAP. It is only necessary to ensure WPA TKIP and AES compliance with the other 802.11b/g devices you are connecting if you wish to set up WPA security. If your other 802.
Advanced (See figure 41): refers to the settings button available at the bottom of the dialog box. The advanced settings are primarily used for network engineers or expert users. Warning: The Advanced options are for network qualified users only. Adjustments made could adversely effect your wireless network performance. Figure 41: Wireless AP tab Advanced When Advanced is selected (See figure 41) the advanced settings show and the button reads Basic.
Figure 42: Options; Devices tab The Devices tab as shown in figure 43 is an advanced feature allowing modification of the SoftAP due to changing network conditions. The Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device was automatically configured based on current network conditions during set up of your HP PC and should not require changing. Share My Network Connection, as shown in figure 43, allows your HP PC to share the network connection wirelessly with other 802.11b/g devices. By default this box should be checked.
Figure 43: Microsoft Modes Mode (see figure 43) displays the current Microsoft Mode. There are two Microsoft modes available: MS Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) mode and Network Bridge mode. MS ICS (Microsoft Internet Connection Sharing) mode provides wireless connectivity to SoftAP clients and Internet Connection Sharing to an existing LAN through the SoftAP hosts LAN adapter. When MS ICS mode is selected, SoftAP clients are leased IP addresses using DHCP services from the SoftAP host (your HP PC).
Network Bridge mode (see figure 43) bridges existing LAN segment(s). Typically a bridge is used to interconnect LAN segments on a network that already provides DHCP and routing services. The SoftAP should be configured in Network Bridge mode if the LAN or any LAN segment other than this HP PC uses DHCP. Figure 44: Mode Switch selections Auto Scan (see figure 43) scans your system by default and locates the best wireless LAN connections for best network performance.
Figure 45: Options; MAC Filtering tab The MAC address is used by networks for associating an IP address to your HP PC or other wireless devices. Every piece of hardware on a network has a MAC address. Because each MAC address is unique, it is suitable to use a MAC address for filtering purposes. The MAC Filtering tab allows the capability to explicitly allow or deny a client device access to your computer through SoftAP wireless connection.
Figure 46: MAC Filtering Enabled Figure 47: MAC Address input To enable MAC Filtering and select addresses for entry: 1. Check the box at Enable MAC Filtering Wireless LAN 802.
2. Choose the desired Filter Method (either “Deny Access by MAC Address” or “Allow Access by MAC Address” 3. Select Add The Add MAC Address dialog box appears as seen in figure 47. 4. Enter a known MAC address in the spaces provide or select “Scan” to scan the area for currently connected device MAC addresses. 5. Use the Alias box to add a name that you are able to remember to the MAC Addresses selected if desired.
Figure 49: Status of Wireless AP The Wireless AP tab is displayed when Status is selected in the Tools menu. The Wireless AP tab shown in figure 49 shows the following: • • • Status: The SoftAP is enabled and running in Access Point Mode SSID: The SSID has been left at default (WIRELESS-NETWORK) Encryption Type: No security has been set up between the two wirelessly connected devices Note: It is not recommended to connect wireless devices of any kind without establishing security settings.
Figure 50: Status of Devices Select the Devices tab to display Device status. The Devices tab shown in figure 50 shows properties of the network configuration. Wireless LAN 802.
Figure 51: Status of Stations The Stations tab displays Status of Stations (Clients) associated with your HP PC when your HP PC is in Access Point Mode. The Stations tab shown in figure 51 shows that the HP PC was connected to a Linksys device with no Alias assigned. MAC address information and idle time are also displayed. Wireless LAN 802.
6.2.3 Help Menu Figure 52: Wireless SoftAP Help menu The Wireless SoftAP Help menu provides information on the SoftAP. Wireless LAN 802.
6.3 Setting Security After launching the SoftAP it is highly recommended that wireless security is set-up. Choose the type of security encryption (WEP or WPA) consistent with your other wireless equipment and follow the instructions given in either Section 5.2.1 (WEP Security Settings) or in Section 5.2.2 (WPA Security Settings). 6.3.1 WEP Security Settings WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol) Open Key is an encryption standard for 802.11 devices that provides security for wireless LANs.
2. From the Tools menu select Options…. The Options dialog box will appear. 3. Select the Wireless AP tab The Options box will display the Wireless AP tab. Figure 55: WEP Security choices 4. From the Encryption Type drop box select WEP Open Key The Key boxes appear as shown in figure 59. It is possible to save up to four keys for use, yet only one at any given time can be active. 5.
Note: In order to enter the key it is necessary to use the following format: • ASCII (allows letters ranging from a – z and numbers from 0 – 9) o 5 characters for 40 bit encryption o 13 characters for 128 bit encryption (stronger form of security) • HEX (allows letters ranging from a – f and numbers from 0 – 9) o 10 characters for 40 bit encryption o 26 characters for 128 bit encryption (stronger form of security) 5.
WPA Security Settings Important Security can be set up using either WEP (Wired Equivalency Protocol) or WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). It is important to set up matching security types between 802.11 devices. Be certain to check the type of security on your other wireless 802.11b/g device(s) in order to decide which type of security needs to be set up on your HP PC. To set WEP security on your HP PC: 1.
Figure 58: Wireless AP tab; WPA Personal TKIP & AES selected 4. From the Encryption Type drop box select either WPA Personal TKIP or WPA Personal AES. The Key boxes appear as shown in figure 61. Note: If you have already saved other keys you may select the one that applies to your wireless network. 5. Enter your passcode (key).
7 Station Mode Note that if Station Mode settings were applied in Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration those settings are still in effect while functioning in Station Mode after Access Point Mode has been activated. 7.1 Launching the SoftAP There are two ways to launch the Software Access Point: Through the SoftAP icon in the system tray of your desktop or through the SoftAP icon menu. Either method will bring up the Wireless SoftAP dialog box.
The Wireless SoftAP dialog box appears as shown in figure 62. Figure 61: Wireless SoftAP dialog box For a detailed explanation of the Wireless SoftAP dialog box in Station Mode refer to Section 7.2. 7.2 The Wireless SoftAP Dialog Box The Wireless SoftAP dialog box as shown in figure 63 (Station Mode) is the primary hub of the SoftAP application. From this box all of the major functions (security, device viewing and mode switching) can be accomplished.
The Wireless SoftAP dialog box consists of three drop-down menus: File, Tools and Help. Wireless LAN 802.
7.2.1 File Menu Figure 63: Wireless SoftAP File menu There are two File menu choices: • • Minimize to System Tray (section 6.2.1.1) Exit (section 6.2.1.2) 7.2.1.1 Minimize to System Tray minimizes the Wireless SoftAP dialog box to the SoftAP icon in your system tray. It is necessary to open it again when desired by clicking the icon. 7.2.1.2 Exit exits you from the SoftAP application altogether.
7.2.2 Tools Menu Figure 64: AP Mode Tools menu There are four Tools menu choices: • • • • Switch to Station Mode (Section 6.2.2.1) Disable Wireless (Section 6.2.2.2) Change Admin Password…. (Section 6.2.2.3) Options…. (Section 6.2.2.4) Note: The Options…. Menu item does not function while in Station Mode as contents pertain to Access Point Mode (AP Mode). • 7.3 Status…. (Section 6.2.2.
Figure 65: Station Mode Tools menu Select Switch to AP Mode in order to begin the operation. Once selected from the Tools menu the following screens will appear while the Wireless SoftAP applies the SoftAP network settings: Figure 66: Switch to Access Point Mode As your HP HP PC switches wireless connection settings you will be asked to wait (see figure 98). Wireless LAN 802.
Figure 67: Access Point Mode switch successful You will be prompted to select OK when the switch to Access Point Mode is complete. Figure 68: SoftAP in Access Point Mode Once the Wireless SoftAP has finished switching to Access Point Mode the status will read “AP mode – Adapter Enabled – Running” and the number of clients associated will appear under “Number of Clients” as shown in figure 100. Wireless LAN 802.
7.3.1.1 Disable / Enable Wireless Figure 69: Wireless SoftAP dialog box. Tools menu From the Tools menu it is possible to disable the Wireless SoftAP by selecting Disable Wireless (See figure 69). Once disabled the Wireless SoftAP dialog box will display “Station Mode – Adapter Disabled” under Status as shown in figure 70 below. Figure 70: Wireless SoftAP dialog box; Wireless Disabled Note: When wireless is disabled on your HP PC wireless connections will not be functioning nor can they be established.
Figure 71: Tools menu; Enable Wireless In order to enable the Wireless LAN 802.11b/g Device to begin functioning again select Enable Wireless from the Tools menu (figure 71). Wireless LAN 802.
7.3.1.2 Change Admin Password… SoftAP allows setting of an Admin password through the Tools menu when in AP Mode. The SoftAP does NOT allow setting or changing the Admin Password while in Station Mode as the Admin Password locks Options… in the Tools menu, a selection that is not applicable to Station Mode. The Tools menu displays the choice to Change Admin Password, yet the Change Password dialog box (see figure73) will NOT accept passwords, even if entered in the “correct” format. Refer to section 6.2.2.
Figure 73: Change Password dialog box Note: The admin password is not applicable in Station Mode as Options is not an available menu selection while running in Station Mode. 7.3.1.3 Options… The Options menu selection is not applicable while in Station Mode and is displayed in grey on the Tools menu as it is not an available selection. Figure 74: Tools menu; Options Selection Wireless LAN 802.
7.3.1.4 Status… Figure 75: Tools menu; Status…. Select Status from the Options menu to display status of the SoftAP or Devices. Figure 76: Status of Wireless AP Wireless LAN 802.
The Wireless AP tab is displayed when Status is selected in the Tools menu. The Wireless AP tab shown in figure 87 shows the following: • • • Status: The SoftAP is enabled and running in Station Mode SSID: The SSID is not applicable because an SSID is not broadcast while in Station Mode Encryption Type: No security has been set up between the wirelessly connected devices Note: It is not recommended to connect wireless devices of any kind without establishing security settings. See section 4.
7.3.2 Help Menu Figure 78: Wireless SoftAP Help menu The Wireless SoftAP Help menu provides help with the application and information on the SoftAP. 7.4 Setting Security Security settings while in Station Mode are not available through the SoftAP interface. For complete instructions on how to set up security in Station Mode refer to Chapter 4. Wireless LAN 802.
8 Uninstalling the SoftAP In order to uninstall the SoftAP: 1. Right click on soft AP icon in your system tray 2. Select Exit from the softAP menu to exit the software On the desktop: 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Go to start Select Control panel Select Add or remove programs Scroll to “Wireless SoftAP……” Highlight “Wireless SoftAP….” Select Change/Remove The InstallShield Wizard appears Figure 79: InstallShield Wizard Repair will be selected by default on the InstallShield wizard (see figure 97). 9.
Figure 80: NetCfgWizard dialog box The NetCfgWizard dialog box appears. 12. Select No in the Netcfg wizard dialog box You will be asked to wait while InstallShield completes the uninstall. Once the uninstall is complete: Figure 81: InstallShield Wizard complete 13. Select Finish 14. Close all dialog boxes and applications 15. Restart your HP HP PC Wireless LAN 802.
9 Appendix A: Troubleshooting 9.1 Troubleshooting Problem I have installed the SoftAP, yet am not able to see the system tray SoftAP icon The SoftAP icon used to be in my system tray, yet is no longer there. • If • If • • • I have set up my wireless connection in AP Mode, yet am unable to connect a Station (Client machine). • • Recommended Solution First restart your system.
• After activating the SoftAP application I am unable to access my settings for Station Mode / the settings input during Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration. After installing the Wireless SoftAP I am able to connect from my laptop (client), yet am unable to browse the internet. My WPA security settings are not working properly. Verify that the MAC address has not been filtered.
I am unable to see my Network name in the Available wireless networks section of the Wireless Network Connection dialog box in Station Mode on my HP HP PC. • Verify your Network name and Security settings. If the problem persists……… • Consult the user’s manual for your Wireless Gateway or Access Point. Wireless LAN 802.
10 Appendix B: Regulatory Notices 10.1 Regulatory Notices • To identify this product refer to the part or model number on the product label 10.2 Federal Communication Commission Notices The equipment version marketed in US is restricted to usage of the channels 1- 11 only. Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
10.3 European Notices EC Conformance Declaration This device compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards: EN 60950 (IEC 60950) - Product Safety EN 300 328 - Technical requirements for 2.
1999/5/EG. (Wien) Greek Italian Con la presente Arcadyan Technology Corp dichiara che questo Radio LAN device è conforme ai requisiti essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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