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... 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of Contents 1. Troubleshooting 28 6. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility . . . 12 Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 12 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 15 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 15 Configuring your...Information 34 Overview 6 Product Features 6 Applications and Advantages 7 Product Specifications 7 System Requirements 8 Package Contents 8 3. Table of your MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security 20 5.
... 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of Contents 1. Troubleshooting 28 6. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility . . . 12 Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 12 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 15 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 15 Configuring your...Information 34 Overview 6 Product Features 6 Applications and Advantages 7 Product Specifications 7 System Requirements 8 Package Contents 8 3. Table of your MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security 20 5.
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... online, check Internet email, and chat Advantages of a Wireless Network Here are some of the advantages of a Home Network Your MyEssentials Home Network will 2 have you networking wirelessly in your wireless range • Easy installation - you'll no longer need a ... in minutes. Now you can spare the expense and hassle of your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). set up a MyEssentials wireless network: • Mobility - the wide range of interoperable networking products 1 Introduction section Thank you ...
... online, check Internet email, and chat Advantages of a Wireless Network Here are some of the advantages of a Home Network Your MyEssentials Home Network will 2 have you networking wirelessly in your wireless range • Easy installation - you'll no longer need a ... in minutes. Now you can spare the expense and hassle of your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). set up a MyEssentials wireless network: • Mobility - the wide range of interoperable networking products 1 Introduction section Thank you ...
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... increases. This may or may decrease. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by MyEssentials Wireless Notebook Cards and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that is as close to the center of the home as the distance between your wireless ... Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your network, as close range, please contact MyEssentials Technical Support. Introduction Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer ...
... increases. This may or may decrease. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by MyEssentials Wireless Notebook Cards and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that is as close to the center of the home as the distance between your wireless ... Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your network, as close range, please contact MyEssentials Technical Support. Introduction Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer ...
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A second alternative is to change your wireless router. 4 Introduction For more MyEssentials wireless networking products, use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many commercial websites that require a ...
A second alternative is to change your wireless router. 4 Introduction For more MyEssentials wireless networking products, use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many commercial websites that require a ...
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section Introduction For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.MyEssentialssupport.com or call MyEssentials 1 Technical Support. 2 3 4 5 6 5
section Introduction For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.MyEssentialssupport.com or call MyEssentials 1 Technical Support. 2 3 4 5 6 5
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... the default location or click "Browse" to appear). 6 1.3 Click "install" from the menu. Note: If the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility setup screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. 4 1.2 The MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility setup screen 5 will automatically appear (may take 15-20 seconds to select a different location...
... the default location or click "Browse" to appear). 6 1.3 Click "install" from the menu. Note: If the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility setup screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. 4 1.2 The MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility setup screen 5 will automatically appear (may take 15-20 seconds to select a different location...
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Click "Finish" to close the Wizard. 10 Plug the Adapter into an Available USB Slot on -screen instructions. Note: If your system did not prompt you will be prompted to insert your Adapter. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Step 2 Connect Plug the Adapter into an available USB port on your computer and follow the on your Notebook Computer 2.1 During the install process, you to insert your Adapter after the installation is completed, please do so now. 2.2 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility installation is now complete.
Click "Finish" to close the Wizard. 10 Plug the Adapter into an Available USB Slot on -screen instructions. Note: If your system did not prompt you will be prompted to insert your Adapter. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Step 2 Connect Plug the Adapter into an available USB port on your computer and follow the on your Notebook Computer 2.1 During the install process, you to insert your Adapter after the installation is completed, please do so now. 2.2 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility installation is now complete.
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... Wireless Networking Utility 5 screen will bring up the Adapter Step 3 Configure 1 Use the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 2 3.1 After successfully installing the Adapter, double-click the 3 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility icon located on the system tray will appear. Installation is now complete. ... which to see your available networks, you must be near a working wireless router or access point. 3.3 The MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be found on the system tray. Then, click "Connect". section Installing and Setting up the "Utility...
... Wireless Networking Utility 5 screen will bring up the Adapter Step 3 Configure 1 Use the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 2 3.1 After successfully installing the Adapter, double-click the 3 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility icon located on the system tray will appear. Installation is now complete. ... which to see your available networks, you must be near a working wireless router or access point. 3.3 The MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be found on the system tray. Then, click "Connect". section Installing and Setting up the "Utility...
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If the icon is not present, click on the lower right-hand corner of your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows system tray on "Start > Programs > MyEssentials > Wireless Networking Utility". 12 Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your computer's desktop. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility After successfully installing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away.
If the icon is not present, click on the lower right-hand corner of your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows system tray on "Start > Programs > MyEssentials > Wireless Networking Utility". 12 Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your computer's desktop. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility After successfully installing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away.
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... status and available networks. Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of a problem, use the "Network Status" window to reconnect. 13 section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU's default screen is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to determine the source (e.g., computer, router, or...
... status and available networks. Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of a problem, use the "Network Status" window to reconnect. 13 section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU's default screen is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to determine the source (e.g., computer, router, or...
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The default screen will appear during attempts to reattempt connection, click "Retry". To stop connecting, click "Stop" and to reconnect. The WNU also features a "Solution Tips" section that provides troubleshooting guidelines. 14 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Connection Failure Other options will be the "Current Status" tab and the "Network Status" section determines which connections are good and/or faulty. Network Status and Solution Tips To further understand the current Network Status, click "Open Wireless Utility".
The default screen will appear during attempts to reattempt connection, click "Retry". To stop connecting, click "Stop" and to reconnect. The WNU also features a "Solution Tips" section that provides troubleshooting guidelines. 14 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Connection Failure Other options will be the "Current Status" tab and the "Network Status" section determines which connections are good and/or faulty. Network Status and Solution Tips To further understand the current Network Status, click "Open Wireless Utility".
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It also displays signal strength, security, and network type. 2 3 4 5 6 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network If you to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box. *Note: Types of security 15 section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Setting Wireless Network Profiles The "My Connections" tab on the WNU allows you choose to connect to add, edit, and delete 1 connection profiles.
It also displays signal strength, security, and network type. 2 3 4 5 6 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network If you to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box. *Note: Types of security 15 section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Setting Wireless Network Profiles The "My Connections" tab on the WNU allows you choose to connect to add, edit, and delete 1 connection profiles.
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Click the "Advanced" button to see the simple security screen. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see other security options (below). 16
Click the "Advanced" button to see the simple security screen. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see other security options (below). 16
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... Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) WEP is a combination of privacy protection as a comparable wired network. 17 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility section Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the new standard in the 3 wireless security. that keys are available: Encryption Methods: Name Acronym Security...
... Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) WEP is a combination of privacy protection as a comparable wired network. 17 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility section Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is the new standard in the 3 wireless security. that keys are available: Encryption Methods: Name Acronym Security...
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.... For 128-bit WEP, you can enter your key by typing in the market today supports both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 64-Bit WEP 64-bit WEP was too easy to 64-bit as 40-bit encryption. All... MyEssentials wireless products will be unable to communicate with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of numbers and ...
.... For 128-bit WEP, you can enter your key by typing in the market today supports both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 64-Bit WEP 64-bit WEP was too easy to 64-bit as 40-bit encryption. All... MyEssentials wireless products will be unable to communicate with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of numbers and ...
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These updates will be upgraded to access the network. There are sharing the same network key. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility section Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) 1 WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that support WPA, please visit our ...It can be found in a home environment. 5 WPA (with radius server) is typically found on 2 your wireless vendor's website. For a list of MyEssentials wireless products that improves upon the security features of WPA security: WPA- IMPORTANT: You must now set all your wireless equipment must activate WEP or...
These updates will be upgraded to access the network. There are sharing the same network key. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility section Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) 1 WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that support WPA, please visit our ...It can be found in a home environment. 5 WPA (with radius server) is typically found on 2 your wireless vendor's website. For a list of MyEssentials wireless products that improves upon the security features of WPA security: WPA- IMPORTANT: You must now set all your wireless equipment must activate WEP or...
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...access point) set to use the same security settings. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Configuring your MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security At this point, you should already have your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use WPA or WEP. In order for which ...you must determine which standard is disabled. Changing the Wireless Security Settings The MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as...
...access point) set to use the same security settings. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Configuring your MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security At this point, you should already have your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use WPA or WEP. In order for which ...you must determine which standard is disabled. Changing the Wireless Security Settings The MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as...
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Select "WEP" from A-F and 0-9. For 64-bit WEP, you can enter your WEP encryption mode, you can type in a passphrase in the "Passphrase" field and click "Generate" to create a key. 3 A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from the drop-down menu. 2 2. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility WEP Setup 1 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. After selecting your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you must enter 10 hex keys. 4 For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key 5 6 section 21
Select "WEP" from A-F and 0-9. For 64-bit WEP, you can enter your WEP encryption mode, you can type in a passphrase in the "Passphrase" field and click "Generate" to create a key. 3 A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from the drop-down menu. 2 2. Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility WEP Setup 1 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. After selecting your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you must enter 10 hex keys. 4 For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key 5 6 section 21
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... your wireless client. For instance: C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key 22 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 3.
... your wireless client. For instance: C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key 22 Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 3.
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... be configured with the same security settings. Please record the key prior to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point). section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Each of the wireless router (or access point). 23 If you activate security on your wireless network must now be locked out...
... be configured with the same security settings. Please record the key prior to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point). section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Each of the wireless router (or access point). 23 If you activate security on your wireless network must now be locked out...