Fujitsu lifebook e746 - Deactivating;Disconnecting the WLAN Device; Configuring the Wireless LAN; Configuring the WLAN Using Windows; Connection to the Network

Appendix
Deactivating/Disconnecting the WLAN Device
Disconnecting the WLAN device may be desired in certain c ircumstances (to extend battery
life) or where certain environments require it (i.e. hospitals, clinics, airplanes, etc.). The
WLAN device can be disconnected in W indows using the WLA N icon in the system tray
(Note that disconnecting via the icon in the system tray does not turn off the radio; it
continues to transmit and receive even though it’s not connected.)
► Press the
button to start the WirelessSelector.
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The wireless component indicator will go off when the wireless components are switched off.
Configuring the Wireless LAN
The optional W LAN device can be co n figu red to establish w ireless network connectivity
using the software that is built into Windows. Support for most industry standard
security solutions is contained in this software.
Pre-defined parameters will be required for this procedure. Please consult w ith
your network administrator for these parameters:
Configuring the WLAN Using Windows
The WLAN device c
an be configured to establish wireless network connectivity using
the software th
at is built into Windows Vista. Support fo r most industry standard
security solut
ions is contained in this software.
Pre-defined pa
rameters are required for this procedure. Consult your n etwork
administrato
r for these parameters:
1. From the Mode
rn Start screen, press
Windows
+
X
, then select Control Panel from the menu.
2. If the Control Panel is not in Classic View, select Classic View from the left panel.
Double-click the Network and Sharing Center icon.
3. Select Setu
p a new connection or network.
4. Depending upon what type of connection you would like to make, make a selection. F or
an infrastructure network, select Manually c onn ect to a wireless network.
5. Enter the
required information. It may be necessary to consult with your network
administ
rator for some of the information.
6. In the event you require assistance, go to the Network and Sharing Center window (Control
Panel > Network and Sharing Center), and type in relevant keywords in the Search box.
Connection to the network
After you have configured your computer, you can connect to an active network
by performing the following steps:
1. Click on the WLAN icon in the syste m tray.
2. Select Connect to a network.
3. Select a network from the list that appears, and click the Connect button.
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