Network Connections And Wireless Security; Viewing Wireless Networks In Your Area; Selecting A Network; Using Push 'N' Connect To Join A Network - NETGEAR WNCE2001 User Manual

Chapter 2

Network Connections and Wireless Security

This chapter explains how to use the Smart Wizard to connect to wireless networks and how to set
up wireless security on your adpater if you are joining a secured wireless network.

Viewing Wireless Networks in Your Area

You can use the Smart Wizard to view all available wireless networks in your area. You can also
scan to search for wireless networks and refresh the tab.

Selecting a Network

During the installation, the Smart Wizard lists the available networks. When you select a network,
the Smart Wizard prompts you to select a passphrase to associate with that network.:
1. Enter a passphrase.
2. Click Continue.

Using Push 'N' Connect to Join a Network

If there is a WPS network in your area, you can use Push 'N' Connect to join it and automatically
configure the wireless security settings for your adapter.
Note: To use Push 'N' Connect you need to know the location of the wireless router, and
you must have access to the router so that you can push its WPS button.
To join a network:
1. On the Networks tab, select the network and click Connect.
2. Press and hold the push button on the side of the WiFi Internet adapter for 2 seconds. The LED
flashes.
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