Back to Contents PageSetting Up a Wireless Local Area NetworkThe following are general requirements for setting up a WLAN:Broadband Internet connection (such as cable or DSL)A broadband modemA wireless routerA wireless network adapter for each computer that you want to connect to your WLANA network cable with network (RJ-45) connectorsTo set up WLAN:Windows 7 and Windows Vista1. Set up your wireless router. See the documentation that shipped with the wireless router.2. Click Start , type network in the search box, and then click Network and Sharing Center→ Set up a new connection or network→Connect to the Internet.The Connect to the Internet window appears.3. Follow the instructions on the screen.Windows XP1. Set up your wireless router. See the documentation that shipped with the wireless router.2. Click Start, and then click Control Panel.3. In windows classic view, double-click Network Connections.4. Click Create a new connection.5. Follow the instructions on the screen.Checking Your Wireless Network CardNOTE: To confirm that your computer has a wireless network card and to determine the type of card, check the order confirmation that you receivedwhen you ordered your computer.Windows 7 and Windows Vista1. Click Start , right-click My Computer and select Properties.2. Under Tasks, click Device Manager.3. Click Network Adapters.Windows XP1. Click Start, right-click My Computer and select Properties.2. Click the Hardware tab.3. Click Device Manager→ Network Adapters.Related InformationNetworkSetting Up Your NetworkSetting Up LANSetting Up a Wired Internet ConnectionSetting Up a Wireless Internet ConnectionBack to Contents Page
