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Setting up the Wireless LAN To set up the Wireless LAN, you will need to obtain some information from your Access Point. Be sure to get:  • Specific ESSID if you are using this option  • Network Type such as 802.11b Ad-Hoc if you are using this option If you plan to use WEP, be sure to get:  • Key Length: 40 or 128 bits  • Authentication Type: Open System or Shared Key  • Key Setting: Key1, Key2, Key3, and/or Key4 Be sure to set up the Network also. The Wireless LAN requires Network settings to work properly. Step 1: Click on the Setting Tab and then scroll to the bottom of the screen and click on the Wireless LAN Setting icon. You'll then see a screen where you'll enter ESS ID information:   Top of Page Step 2: Click on the Wep tab and enter the appropriate information:   Top of Page   Step 3: When you are finished, click the OK button and then click the Shutdown icon from the Settings tab. Click the reboot button on the screen. When the system is finished rebooting, the wireless LAN will be connected. You'll be able to access email if you have set up an email account and you will be able to access internet pages. If you've installed an Instant Messaging application, this should be accessible also. Top of Page Previous Tip      Next Tip