Adding A Printer To An Existing Ad Hoc Wireless Network - Lexmark Pro5500 Series User Manual

Networking
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Insert the installation software CD, and then follow the directions for wireless installation.
Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software.
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When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you created.
The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer.
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Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.
For Macintosh users
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Access the Airport settings:
In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later
From the Apple menu, navigate to:
System Preferences > Network > AirPort
In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier
From the Finder, navigate to:
Applications > Internet Connect > AirPort
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From the Network Name or Network menu, click Create Network.
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Create a name for the ad hoc network, and then click OK.
Note: Store the network name and password in a safe place for future reference.

Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network

Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc
wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is
configured.
For Windows users
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Click or Start.
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Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.
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Navigate to:
Printer Home > select your printer > Settings tab > Wireless setup utility
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Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
Note: Windows Vista computers may need to be reconnected to the ad hoc network after restarting.
For Macintosh users
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From the Finder, navigate to:
Applications > select your printer folder
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Double‑click Wireless Setup Assistant.
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Follow the instructions on the computer screen.
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