Chapter 4 Wireless Network Configuration; Introduction; 802.11 Radio; 802.11B/G Radio - LXE VX8 Reference Manual

Chapter 4 Wireless Network Configuration

Introduction

Several wireless devices may be installed in the VX8 computer. The available devices and
combinations may vary by regulatory domain. Available devices include:

802.11 Radio

The 802.11 radio supports several options for wireless security. Select the appropriate section for
your radio type for available configuration and wireless security options.

802.11b/g Radio

The 802.11b/g radio is configured with the Broadcom Wireless Utility (BWU). The BWU can be
accessed by:

Wireless Zero Config

This section assumes the BWU is used to configure the radio. However, it is possible to use the
Windows Wireless Zero Config (WZC) utility to configure the radio.
To use WZC to configure the radio:
The Windows WZC utility can now be used to configure the radio. Please refer to the Help
function in Microsoft Windows XP for more information on using Windows to configure the
wireless network connection.
To return radio control to the BWU, restart the BWU and follow the on screen instructions.
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An 802.11 radio, either b/g or an a/b/g
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A Bluetooth radio
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A WAN card.
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Selecting Start | All Programs | Broadcom Wireless | Broadcom Wireless Utility
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Clicking on the BWU icon in the system tray.
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Start the BWU and select the Wireless Networks tab.
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Uncheck "Let this tool manage your wireless networks".
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Click OK.
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