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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.
Profile Management
A profile is a saved group of network settings. They are displayed in the Profiles list. Profiles are useful when moving from one WiFi network to another. Different profiles can be configured for each WiFi. Profile settings include the network name (SSID), operating mode, and security settings.
A profile is created when you connect to a WiFi network.
- Select a network from the WiFi Networks list.
- Click Connect.
- If the WiFi network requires a WEP password or encryption key, you are prompted to enter this information prior to connection. To change the security options, click Advanced to open Configure WiFi Settings.
- Click OK to connect. A profile is created and added to the Profiles list.
Profiles List
The Profiles list displays a list of existing profiles. When you come within range of a WiFi network, Intel® PROSet/Wireless scans the Profile List to see if there is a match. If a match is found, you are automatically connected to the network.
- Click Profiles from the Intel® PROSet/Wireless main window.
- You may add profiles if you know the WiFi Network Name and settings. Profiles can also be removed.
- Use the up-arrow to move the position of a selected profile up in the profiles list. Use the down-arrow to move the position of a selected profile down in the profiles list.
The Create WiFi Profile manager guides you through the settings required to connect with the WiFi network. At completion, the profile is saved and added to the Profiles list. Since these WiFi settings are saved, the next time you are within range of this WiFi network you are automatically connected.
Terms
Profile Name: Profiles are network settings that allow your WiFi adapter to connect to a network access point (Network [Infrastructure] mode) or computer (Device to Device [ad hoc] mode) which does not use an access point.
Network Name Name (Profile Name or SSID):
The name of the WiFi 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.
Connection Icons:
The following network profile status icons indicate different connection states of the adapter with a WiFi network, type of operating mode being used, and whether network security is being used. Blue circle:
The WiFi adapter is associated with an access point or computer (ad hoc mode). If a profile has 802.1x security enabled, this indicates that the WiFi adapter is associated and authenticated. Indicates Infrastructure mode.
Indicates Infrastructure mode:
Indicates Device to Device (ad hoc) mode:
The WiFi network uses Security Encryption:
Arrows:
Position profiles in a preferred order for auto-connection.
Up-arrow: Move the position of a selected profile up in the Profiles list.
Down-arrow: Move the position of a selected profile down in the Profiles list.
Connect
If the network is in range, and the profile matches the configuration of the network, then a connection is made.
Add
Opens the Create WiFi Profile General Settings, which is used to create a new profile.
Remove
Removes a selected profile from the Profile list.
Properties
Enables you to edit the contents of an existing profile.
Export/Import:
Allows you to import and export user-based profiles to and from the Profile list. WiFi profiles can be automatically imported into the Profile list.
Close
Closes the profile management 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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