User's Guide Part 1

Wireless-B USB Network Adapter
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Welcome 1
What’s in this Guide? 2
Chapter 2: Planning your Wireless Network 4
Network Topology 4
Roaming 4
Network Layout 5
Chapter 3: Getting to Know the USB Network Adapter 6
The USB Port 6
The LED Indicators 6
Chapter 4: Software Installation and Configuration for Windows 98SE, Me, and 2000 7
The Installation Procedure 8
Chapter 5: Hardware Installation 11
Connecting the Adapter 11
Using the Adapter’s Wall Mount 13
Chapter 6: Driver Installation and Configuration for Windows XP 15
Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration 16
Chapter 7: Using the WLAN Monitor for Windows 98SE, Me, and 2000 18
Accessing the WLAN Monitor 18
Link Information 18
Site Survey 20
Profiles 21
Creating a New Profile 23
Appendix A: Troubleshooting 27
Common Problems and Solutions 27
Frequently Asked Questions 28
Appendix B: Wireless Security 31
Security Precautions 31
Security Threats Facing Wireless Networks 31
Appendix C: Windows Help 34
Appendix D: Glossary 35