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To start Intel® PROSet/Wireless, use one of the following methods:
- Click Start > All Programs > Intel PROSet Wireless > WiFi Connection Utility.
- Right-click the Taskbar icon
 located in the lower right corner of your Windows Desktop to open the Taskbar menu. Click Configure WiFi .
- Double-click the Taskbar icon to open Intel PROSet/Wireless.
WiFi Networks List
The WiFi Networks list displays a list of WiFi networks within range of the adapter.
Signal Strength
The signal strength of the WiFi network access point or computer (Device to Device [ad hoc] mode). The signal strength icon bars indicate that the WiFi network or computer is available for connection but is still not is associated with an access point or computer (Device to Device [ad hoc] mode).
Name (Profile Name or SSID)
The name of the network that the adapter is connected to. The Name column displays the SSID or the Profile name if a profile for the network is available. If an access point does not broadcast its network name (SSID) or the WiFi adapter receives a hidden network name from a stealth access point, SSID not broadcast is displayed in the WiFi Networks list. To associate with an SSID not broadcast network entry, a new profile must be created before connection. After connection, the SSID not broadcast is still displayed in the WiFi Networks list. The associated SSID profile is viewed in the Profiles list.
Status
Notification that the adapter is connecting to the WiFi network. Once connected, the status is changed to Connected.
Profiles
Identifies a network in the WiFi Networks list that is connected and has a profile in the profiles list.
Infrastructure Mode
The WiFi network uses Network (Infrastructure) mode.
Device to Device (Ad Hoc) Mode
The WiFi network uses Device to Device (ad hoc) mode.
Security Encryption
The WiFi network uses Security encryption.
Band Frequency
The band frequency being used by the WiFi network (802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, or 802.11n).
Exclusion List or Manual Connection
The WiFi network is on the exclusion list or the profile is configured for manual connection.
Connect (Disconnect)
Click to connect to a WiFi network. Once connected, the button changes to Disconnect.
Properties
Provides detailed information about the connected network and its access points.
Refresh
Refreshes the list of available networks. If any new networks are available within the adapter range, the list is updated to show the new network name.
WiFi On (Off)
Switch the WiFi radio off and on.
Close
Closes the Intel PROSet/Wireless main window.
Help?
Provides help information for this page.
Operating System:
| Windows* XP Professional x64 Edition, Windows* XP 64-Bit Edition, Windows* XP Professional, Windows* XP Home Edition, Windows* XP Tablet PC Edition, Windows* XP Media Center Edition |
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