Using Odyssey Client; Adding A Network - Dell Axim X51 Owner's Manual

Using Odyssey Client

Odyssey is a wireless LAN access control and security solution that
provides strong security over the wireless link. It secures authentication
and connection of wireless LAN (WLAN) users, ensuring that only
authorized users can connect.
Odyssey is mostly used in place of a manufacturer's wireless networking
client such as the Dell WLAN utility, Intel ProSET, or Windows XP's Zero
Config Service.
To use Odyssey:
→
• Tap Start
The main page appears with the following information:
• Status of Odyssey
• Network Name (SSID)
• Access Point MAC
• Packet information
• To enable the Odyssey Client tap Settings
• To configure a wireless profile, tap Settings
provides you a list of existing profiles and allows you to add, edit, or
delete profiles.

Adding a Network

To add a new profile:
1 Tap Settings
The Add Network Wizard window appears.
2 Enter the network name, or select the box Any if you want the client to
connect to any available network.
3 Tap Scan to view all available broadcasted networks.
Enter a description if necessary.
4 Select between an ad-hoc or infrastructure network.
5 Tap Next when ready.
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Getting Connected
→
Settings Connections Tab
→ →
Configure
→
Odyssey Client.
→
Enable Odyssey.
→
Configure. This
Add.