Appendix A: Troubleshooting; Common Problems And Solutions - Linksys HU200 User Manual

Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor

Appendix A: Troubleshooting

This appendix consists of two parts: "Common Problems and Solutions" and "Frequently Asked Questions." This
appendix provides solutions to problems that may occur during the installation and operation of the Home
Wireless-G USB Adaptor. Read the description below to solve your problems. If you can't find an answer here,
check the Linksys website at www.linksys.com/international.

Common Problems and Solutions

1. My computer does not recognize the Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor.
Follow the steps below until the problem is solved:
• Make sure the Adaptor is properly connected to the PC's USB port.
• Make sure that the USB Controller is enabled in the BIOS. Refer to the documentation for your PC's
motherboard.
2. The Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor does not work properly.
Follow the steps below until the problem is solved:
• Reinsert the Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor into the notebook or desktop's USB port.
• Click Start and select Settings. Click Control Panel. Double-click System. Click the Hardware tab. Click
the Device Manager button. You will find the Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor if it is installed successfully.
If not, disconnect the Adaptor and uninstall the driver software from your PC. Then restart your PC and
repeat the software and hardware installation specified in this User Guide.
3. I cannot communicate with the other computers linked via Ethernet in the Infrastructure
configuration.
Follow the steps below until the problem is solved:
• Make sure that the notebook or desktop PC is powered on.
• Make sure that the Home Wireless-G USB Adaptor is configured with the same SSID and security settings
as the other computers in the Infrastructure configuration.
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Common Problems and Solutions
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