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Setting up a new WLAN network, Configuring a wireless router

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Setting up a new WLAN network Required equipment: ● A broadband modem (either DSL or cable) (1) and high-speed Internet service purchased from an Internet service provider (ISP) ● A wireless router (purchased separately) (2) ● Your new wireless computer (3) NOTE: Some modems have a built-in wireless router. Check with your ISP to determine what type of modem you have. The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the Internet. As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the network to access the Internet. Configuring a wireless router For help in setting up a WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP. The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use the Windows tools to set up your network, select Start > Control Panel > Network and Internet > Network and Sharing Center > Set up a new connection or network > Set up a new network. Then follow the on-screen instructions. NOTE: It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by using the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then access the Internet through your wireless network. Using a WLAN 19

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Setting up a new WLAN network
Required equipment:
●
A broadband modem (either DSL or cable)
(1)
and high-speed Internet service purchased from
an Internet service provider (ISP)
●
A wireless router (purchased separately)
(2)
●
Your new wireless computer
(3)
NOTE:
Some modems have a built-in wireless router. Check with your ISP to determine what type
of modem you have.
The illustration shows an example of a completed WLAN network installation that is connected to the
Internet. As your network grows, additional wireless and wired computers can be connected to the
network to access the Internet.
Configuring a wireless router
For help in setting up a WLAN, see the information provided by your router manufacturer or your ISP.
The Windows operating system also provides tools to help you set up a new wireless network. To use
the Windows tools to set up your network, select
Start
>
Control Panel
>
Network and Internet
>
Network and Sharing Center
>
Set up a new connection or network
>
Set up a new network
.
Then follow the on-screen instructions.
NOTE:
It is recommended that you initially connect your new wireless computer to the router by
using the network cable provided with the router. When the computer successfully connects to the
Internet, you can disconnect the cable, and then access the Internet through your wireless network.
Using a WLAN
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