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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................................................3
About the NetComm NP7042 - Wireless LAN USB Adaptor ..................................................4
Wireless LAN Basics ..............................................................................................................5
Installation ......................................................................................................................................8
Preparation ..............................................................................................................................8
Driver Installation & Configuration ..........................................................................................9
Updating a Wireless LAN Driver in Windows 2000 .............................................................10
Installing the Driver in Windows XP...................................................................................... 11
Updating a Wireless LAN Driver in Windows XP .................................................................12
Configuring you Wireless LAN Card Utility .................................................................................13
Microsoft Windows 98/ME/2000 ..........................................................................................13
Monitor...................................................................................................................................14
Statistics................................................................................................................................16
Site Survey............................................................................................................................16
Encryption .............................................................................................................................17
Advanced..............................................................................................................................19
Profile ....................................................................................................................................20
Info ........................................................................................................................................20
Microsoft Windows XP .........................................................................................................21
Advanced Topics ........................................................................................................................23
Network Topology .................................................................................................................23
How to Make Your Wireless Network More Secure ............................................................24
Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................25
Windows Troubleshooting Tips ............................................................................................25
Registering your NetComm Product ............................................................................................26
Contact Information ...............................................................................................................26
Product Warranty..................................................................................................................29
Limitations of Warranty .........................................................................................................29
Trademarks and Notices .......................................................................................................30