104 Setting Up and Using NetworksThis section provides general procedures for connecting to a network usingwireless technology. Specific network names and configuration details vary.See "Wireless Local Area Network" on page 101 for more information abouthow to prepare for connecting your computer to a WLAN.Your wireless network card requires specific software and drivers forconnecting to a network. The software is already installed.NOTE: If the software is removed or corrupted, follow the instructions in the userdocumentation for your wireless network card. Verify the type of wireless networkcard installed in your computer and then search for that name on the Dell™ Supportwebsite at support.dell.com. For information on the type of wireless network cardthat is installed in your computer, see "Checking Your Wireless Network Card" onpage 101.Determining the Wireless Network Device ManagerDepending on the software installed on your computer, different wirelessconfiguration utilities may manage your network devices:• Your wireless network card’s client utility• The Windows XP or Windows Vista operating systemTo determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wirelessnetwork card in Windows XP:1 Click Start→ Settings→ Control Panel→ Network Connections.2 Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then click ViewAvailable Wireless Networks.If the Choose a wireless network window states Windows cannot configurethis connection, the wireless network card’s client utility is managing thewireless network card.If the Choose a wireless network window states Click an item in the listbelow to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information,the Windows XP operating system is managing the wireless network card.To determine which wireless configuration utility is managing your wirelessnetwork card in Windows Vista:1 Click → Connect To→ Manage wireless networks.2 Double-click a profile to open the wireless network properties screen.
