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Connectivity Chapter 7 e. In the Network key box, type a WEP key that has exactly 5 or exactly 13 alphanumeric (ASCII) characters. For example, if you enter 5 characters, you might enter ABCDE or 12345. Or, if you enter 13 characters, you might enter ABCDEF1234567. (12345 and ABCDE are examples only. Select a combination of your choosing.) Alternatively, you can use HEX (hexadecimal) characters for the WEP key. A HEX WEP key must be 10 characters for 40 bit encryption, or 26 characters for 128 bit encryption. f. In the Confirm network key box, type the same WEP key you typed in the previous step. NOTE: You must remember the exact uppercase (capital) and lowercase (small) letters. If you enter your WEP key incorrectly on the product, the wireless connection will fail. g. Write down the WEP key exactly as you typed it, including uppercase and lowercase letters. h. Select the check box for This is a computer-to-computer (ad hoc) network; wireless access points are not used. i. Click OK to close the Wireless network properties window, and then click OK again. j. Click OK again to close the Wireless Network Properties Connection window. Related topics • Install the software for a network connection • Tips for setting up and using a networked printer Install the software for a network connection Use this section to install the HP Photosmart software on a computer connected to a network. Before you install the software, make sure you have connected the HP Photosmart to a network. If the HP Photosmart has not been connected to a network, follow the onscreen instructions during the software installation to connect the product to the network. NOTE: 1 If your computer is configured to connect to a series of network drives, make sure that your computer is currently connected to these drives before installing the software. Otherwise, the HP Photosmart software installer might try to use one of the reserved drive letters and you will not be able to access that network drive on your computer. NOTE: 2 Installation time can range from 20 to 45 minutes depending on your operating system, the amount of available space, and the processor speed of your computer. To install the Windows HP Photosmart Software on a networked computer 1. Quit all applications running on your computer. 2. Insert the Windows CD that came with the product into the CD-ROM drive on your computer and follow the onscreen instructions. 3. If a dialog box about firewalls appears, follow the instructions. If you see firewall pop-up messages, you must always accept or allow the pop-up messages. 4. On the Connection Type screen, select an appropriate option, and then click Next. The Searching screen appears as the Setup program searches for the product on the network. 5. On the Printer Found screen, verify that the printer description is correct. If more than one printer is found on the network, the Printers Found screen appears. Select the product you want to connect. 6. Follow the prompts to install the software. When you have finished installing the software, the product is ready for use. 7. To test your network connection, go to your computer and print a self-test report to the product. Tips for setting up and using a networked printer Use the following tips to set up and use a networked printer: 26 Connectivity