Gigabyte GN-WBKG User Manual - Page 20

Chapter 3 Using the GIGABYTE WLAN Configuration Utility The Gigabyte WLAN Utility is a powerful application that helps you to configure the GN-WBKG Wireless USB STICK Adapter as well as monitor the network status link. It automatically appears as an icon in the system tray at the bottom right corner of screen whenever the card is operating (see Figure 3-1). The icon displays signal strength (one green box = weak signal, 4 green boxes = strong signal) and double-clicking on it launches the utility. Figure 3-1. The icon of the Configuration & Monitor Utility You may also open the Gigabyte WLAN Utility from the Windows Start menu, selecting Programs and then Gigabyte WLAN Utility. Note: Modifications to WLAN configuration settings can be done when GN-WBKG is in use or through the network configuration tool provided by Windows® when it is inactive. 3-1. The Profile Tab Click on the Profile tab in the Gigabyte WLAN Configuration Utility to view the values for each defined profile. Click the Add button to create a new profile (see section below for further details), the Delete button to delete a selected profile, the Edit button to modify a selected profile and click the Activate button to have a selected profile become active. Figure 3-2 Profile Tab Profile Name - Name associated with specific wireless parameters and settings. The the currently active profile. icon indicates 17