How To Start A Computer-To-Computer (Ad-Hoc) Network; Enabling Wireless Security Features - NETGEAR MA111 User Manual

Figure 4-2: Ping test results
At this point the connection is established.
You may need to reboot in certain Windows operating systems such as Windows 98.
Note: If you cannot connect, see the
accessing network resources, the Windows Client and File and Print Sharing software might
not be installed and configured properly on your computers. Please refer to
Computers for TCP/IP Networking" on page

How to Start a Computer-to-Computer (Ad-Hoc) Network

Fill in the Network Name (SSID).
1.
Select the Computer-to-computer (Ad-Hoc) network mode.
2.
Click Apply. The Status tab page appears.
3.
If you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless device, select a channel that
is not being used by any other wireless networks near your wireless adapter. Use the Site
Survey tab to identify the channels in use in your area.
Click OK.
4.
Note: The channel number differs depending on the country. The connection speed automatically
defaults to the highest speed.

Enabling Wireless Security Features

You can strengthen the security of your wireless connection by enabling Wired Equivalent Privacy
(WEP) encryption of the wireless data communications. For more information on 802.11 wireless
security, see "Authentication and WEP" on page
In addition to the MA111 wireless security features, you should also configure appropriate LAN
network security features such as requiring a user name and password to access the shared
resources in your network.
Configuration
User Manual for the NETGEAR 11 Mbps Wireless USB Adapter MA111
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