Netcomm NP7042 User Manual

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Rev.1 - YML654

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NP7042 - Wireless LAN USB Adaptor

Contents

Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3

About the NetComm NP7042 - Wireless LAN USB Adaptor .................................................. 4
Wireless LAN Basics .............................................................................................................. 5

Installation ...................................................................................................................................... 8

Preparation .............................................................................................................................. 8
Driver Installation & Configuration .......................................................................................... 9
Updating a Wireless LAN Driver in Windows 2000 ............................................................. 10
Installing the Driver in Windows XP ...................................................................................... 11
Updating a Wireless LAN Driver in Windows XP ................................................................. 12

Configuring you Wireless LAN Card Utility ................................................................................. 13

Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000 .......................................................................................... 13
Monitor ................................................................................................................................... 14
Statistics ................................................................................................................................ 16
Site Survey ............................................................................................................................ 16
Encryption ............................................................................................................................. 17
Advanced .............................................................................................................................. 19
Profile .................................................................................................................................... 20
Info ........................................................................................................................................ 20
Microsoft Windows XP ......................................................................................................... 21

Advanced Topics ........................................................................................................................ 23

Network Topology ................................................................................................................. 23
How to Make Your Wireless Network More Secure ............................................................ 24

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................... 25

Windows Troubleshooting Tips ............................................................................................ 25

Registering your NetComm Product ............................................................................................ 26

Contact Information ............................................................................................................... 26
Product Warranty .................................................................................................................. 29
Limitations of Warranty ......................................................................................................... 29
Trademarks and Notices ....................................................................................................... 30