Wistron Corporation MS2140BG Manuale Utente

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Help Prevent access to wireless networks from outside the building
Excess transmit range presents a special reverse problem. For example, putting an 
access point adjacent to a second floor bay window invites anyone with the right software 
on the street below to pick up and enjoy all network transmissions. We discuss some 
possible solutions to this problem further on.
Problems with Network Connectivity
If you cannot connect to the wireless network, try the following:
Check Network Settings
1.  From the General page, check that the Network Name (SSID) and operating mode 
are correct. If the laptop is configured for ad hoc networking, make sure that the 
channel is correct.
2.  To correct these settings, click the Networks tab.
3.  Select the profile being used.
4.  Click the Edit button and make the changes.
Access Point Connection Problems
Check the preamble length setting in the Windows Device Manager “Advanced” tab.
If it is determined that a short preamble length is required to connect to an access point, 
try changing the "Auto” (default) setting to "Long Only," this option always uses a long 
preamble. Refer to "
Check Security Settings
1.  From the General page, check that the security settings are correct.
2.  To correct the security settings, click the Networks tab.
3.  Select the profile being used.
4.  Click the Edit button.
5.  Click the Security tab. Make sure that the settings for WEP encryption are correct.
Checking Adapter Statistics
Adapter Statistics