If The Wireless Network Is Not Broadcasting Ssid - Dell Axim X51 Owner's Manual

If the Wireless Network is Not Broadcasting SSID

The Configure Wireless Networks window only shows wireless networks that
broadcast a Network Name (SSID) and those that have been added. Add the
network if it is not listed. Contact your network administrator for the
following information:
• SSID (network name)
• Authentication
• Data Encryption
• Keys (if the key is not provided automatically)
• Log in if necessary
To configure the wireless network:
1
From the Configure Wireless Networks window, tap Add New.
2
Provide the Network Name (SSID).
3
Select either Internet or Work in the Connects To box.
• Selecting Internet allows you to connect to your network but you
will have to manually start a VPN connection, if needed.
• Selecting Work automatically starts a VPN connection any time
you connect to the network.
• If you are having trouble connecting to your network, change the
Connects To box to Internet.
4
Tap the Network Key tab.
5
Enter the Authentication and Data Encryption information. If a key is
required, enter the network key.
6
Select the 802.1x tab.
7
The Authentication and Data Encryption chosen on the previous
screen determines whether this screen is available. If available choose
the EAP type used on the network.
8
Tap OK.
9
If more than one network is listed, tap and hold the stylus on the
network name you want to connect to. A pop-up menu appears.
Tap Connect. After a few seconds you should see Connected next to
the wireless network you selected.
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