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8 To change the value for any of the listed properties, click the property, and then change the value in the Value
box by either clicking the Value arrow and selecting a new value, or by typing a new value, as appropriate
(selection options are different for different properties).
• IBSS Channel Number selects the independent basic service set (IBSS) channel number on which to
operate. The Integrated
are legal in most countries. Some countries allow use on more channels. If you travel to one of these
countries, you may change the value for IBSS Channel Number to 12 or 13.
• Locale selects the operating characteristics that comply with the regulations that apply in a particular
country. The Locale value in the Integrated
which the notebook is sold. Before connecting to a wireless network, verify that the Locale value is
correct. If you travel to different countries with the Integrated
steps to change the Locale value to match the destination country. If the destination country is not listed,
change the Locale value to Worldwide. Reset the Locale value after returning. Residents of both
Canada and the United States should reset the value to USA.
• Radio Enable/Disable. When the value of this property is set to Disabled, the radio is turned off. It may
be necessary at times to turn off the radio to comply with restrictions prohibiting the emission of radio
signals, such as during takeoff and landing onboard a commercial aircraft. Changing the value to Enabled
turns the radio back on. Certain computers may have other more convenient methods for turning the radio
on and off. Refer to operating manual that came with the computer to see if such features exist.
• Rate sets the transmission rate. The default value is Use best rate. This automatically adjusts the data
rate to the optimal rate based on the capabilities of the other clients and access points.
The default values for the properties listed below are set for maximum performance. Therefore, It is not
recommended for home users to change the values for any of these properties. Only network administrators
or technicians with wireless LAN experience should attempt to make any changes.
• Fragmentation Threshold is the threshold at which the IEEE 802.11 adapter breaks the packet into
multiple frames.
• IBSS 54g (TM) Mode is used to set the connection type in an ad hoc network. The following options are
available:
• 54g - 802.11b Compatible—links at the best rate with an IEEE 802.11b and a IEEE 802.11g network
(recommended setting).
User Guide
54g™ enabled notebook comes preset for use on channels 1–11. These values
54g™ enabled notebook comes preset for the country in
54g™ enabled notebook, follow the same
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