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Windows® 8

1. Click on the wireless computer icon in your system tray (lower-right

corner next to the time).

2. A list of available wireless networks will appear.

3. Click the wireless network (SSID) you want to connect to and then

click

Connect

.

4. If the network is secure/encrypted, enter the Wi-Fi password

(security key) and click

Next

.

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If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, confirm the encryption by reviewing the profile or check the TCP/IP

settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the

Networking Basics

section in this manual for more information.

5. Click either to enable or disable file sharing.

6. You will now be connected to your wireless network.

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Windows® 7

It is recommended to enable wireless security (WPA/WPA2) on your wireless router or access point before configuring your

wireless adapter. If you are joining an existing network, you will need to know the security key or passphrase being used.

1. Click on the wireless icon in your system tray (lower-right corner).

2. The utility will display any available wireless networks in your area.

Wireless Icon

WPA/WPA2

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3. Highlight the wireless network (SSID) you would like to connect to

and click the

Connect

button.

If you get a good signal but cannot access the Internet, check your

TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter. Refer to the Networking

Basics section in this manual for more information.

4. The following window appears while your computer tries to

connect to the router.

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5. Enter the same security key or passphrase that is on your router and

click

Connect

. You can also connect by pushing the WPS button on

the router.

It may take 20-30 seconds to connect to the wireless network. If the

connection fails, please verify that the security settings are correct. The

key or passphrase must be exactly the same as on the wireless router.