Technical data

Appendix
Deactivating/Disconnecting the WLAN Device
Disconnecting the WLAN device may be desired in certain circumstances (to extend battery
life) or where ce rtain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). The
WLAN device can b e disconnected in Windows using the WLAN icon in the system tray
(Note that disconnecting via the icon in the system tray does not turn off the radio; it
continues to transmit and receive eve n tho ugh it’s not connected.)
► Press the
button to start the WirelessSelector.
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The wireless component indicator will go off when the wireless components are switched off.
Configuring the Wireless LAN
The opt ional WLAN device can be configured to establish wireless network connectivity
using the software that is built into Windows. Support for most industry standard
security solutions is contained in this software.
Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult with
your network administrat or for these parameters:
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows
The WLAN device c
an be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using
the software th
at is built into Windows Vista. Support for most industry stand ard
security solut
ions is contained in this software.
Pre-defined pa
rameters are requ ired for this procedure. Consult your network
administrato
r for these parameters:
1. F rom the Mode
rn Start screen, press
Windows
+
X
, then select Control Panel from the menu.
2. If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, s elect Classic View from the left panel.
Double-click the Network and Sharing Center icon.
3. Select Setu
p a new conne ction or network.
4. D epending u pon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection. For
an infrastructure network, selec t Manually connect to a wireless network.
5. Ente r the
required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network
administ
rator for some of the information.
6. In the event you require assistance, go to the Network and Sharing Center window (Control
Panel > Network and Sharing Center), and type in relevant keywords in the Search box.
Connection to the network
After you have config ured your computer, you can connect to an active network
by performing the following steps:
1. Click on the WLAN icon in the system tray.
2. Select Connect to a network.
3. Select a network from the list that appears, and click the Connect button.
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