How to Configure an Infrastructure Mode Profile
Use these instructions to configure infrastructure mode profiles for connecting to access points.1. Run the WG511U Smart Wireless Wizard.a. Make sure the WG511U software is installed and the WG511U is fully inserted in an available CardBus slot in your PC.b. Open the configuration utility by clicking on the WG511U iconon the Windows desktop or in the system tray. The Settings tab page opens.
Figure 4-2: Settings page2. Configure the wireless network settings.a. In the Network Type section, be sure that Infrastructure is selected.b. Enter the SSID. This is also called the Wireless Network Name.Note: You will not get a wireless network connection unless the network SSID matches exactly what is configured in the access point.Tip: You can click the Network tab or use the Network Name drop-down list to view a list of the available wireless networks and their SSIDs at the location where you are.3. Save your settings in a Profile.a. Type a descriptive name for the Profile in the Profiles field.b. Click Save Profile. All the configuration settings are saved in this profile.c. Click Apply.d. Click Close to exit the configuration utility or Cancel to return to the previous settings4. Verify wireless connectivity to your network.Verify connectivity by using a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer to connect to the Internet, or check for file and printer access on your network.You can check the status bar in the configuration utility for the current connection status.Note: If you cannot connect, see the "Troubleshooting" on page 3-14. Also, for problems with accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might not be installed and configured properly on your computers. Please refer to "Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking" on page C-1.
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