CD). Requirements: A computer running Windows 2000 or Windows XP that is already connected to the internet. The Bountiful WiFi Quick Start Kit: Router Power Adapter Network Cable Antennas 2 – Gather network information STEP 2.1...
Note: If the LAN4 light does NOT turn green, make sure the Network Cable is properly connected on both ends. 4 – Configure Router STEP 4.1 Understand basic network terminology. Bountiful WiFi Quick Start Guide v1.2...
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Gateway – Device that combines the functionality of Modem/Router and sometimes Switch/Hub into one device. BWiFi – Bountiful WiFi Router which can be configured to have the functionality of an Access Point, Router and/or Switch/Hub. STEP 4.2 Identify current network scenario. Which of the following scenarios best matches the way the network is configured before adding the Bountiful WiFi Router: A : Modem →...
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After initially testing the system it is recommended that you enable wireless authentication to protect the network and computers from other wireless users in the area. For help with this see Solution 5 at the end of this guide. Bountiful WiFi Quick Start Guide v1.2...
Install network adapters in each of the PC’s that will be connecting wirelessly. Follow the directions for the particular wireless adapter that you are installing. The Bountiful WiFi Router will communicate with any combination of wireless PCMCIA adapters, USB adapters or PCI adapters in the client PC’s.
To check the SSID on the wireless adapters: double click the Wireless Network Connection icon in the system tray, view the SSIDs of the available networks and select the correct network from the list. Bountiful WiFi Quick Start Guide v1.2...
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SOLUTION 4 – MAXIMIZING WIRELESS RANGE The Bountiful WiFi Router offers better range than other routers; however, range is dependent on environment. To obtain maximum range: Place the Router as high as possible and as close to the center of the coverage area as possible.
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