Geeks On Call? Wireless Networking: 5-Minute Fixes

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Pub. Date: 2005-12-01
Publisher(s): Wiley
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Summary

Taking the worry out of wireless Once you get your wireless network up and running, you'll wonder how you got along without it. And you'll wonder how home and small business users survived before Geeks On Call. This book is jam-packed with simple steps, quick solutions, and basic information to make setting up and using your wireless network easier and safer than ever before. The Geeks give you the most efficient ways to build, secure, and troubleshoot a network that meets all your needs. Know what you need before you buy Set up and connect your network Install and configure wireless components Protect your wireless network Make the most of network features Add printers, video game adapters, and digital media players Maintain and troubleshoot your network Solve common problems Geeks On Call is the premier provider of on-site computer services. The certified, trained and tested technicians from Geeks On Call provide expert computer installation and networking services, on-site repairs, security solutions and system upgrades for residential and commercial customers numbering in the hundreds of thousands each year. Founded in 1999, Geeks On Call began franchising in 2001. For more information, call 1-800-905-GEEK or visit www.geeksoncall.com. Geeks On Call franchises are independently owned and operated. (c)2005 Geeks On Call America, Inc.

Author Biography

Geeks On Call America, Inc. (Norfolk, VA) is one of the fastest growing, corporate franchise operations providing on-site tech support to computer users at their home or small business. Established in 1999, with corporate headquarters in Norfolk, VA, GoC’s franchisee growth rate is running at 100 0ncrease annually and currently stands at 321 franchisees in 20 states and 30 major markets. GoC provides its services in branded PT Cruisers to small-to-medium-sized businesses (which comprise approximately 900f all U.S. businesses) and residential customers.

Table of Contents

Introduction xi
Part I: Wireless Networking Basics
1(22)
Before You Buy
3(20)
Why Go Wireless?
4(4)
Advantages of Wireless Networks
4(4)
Disadvantages of Wireless Networks
8(1)
How Wireless Works
8(2)
Got Wireless?
10(5)
Look Inside Windows
10(1)
Look at Your Hardware
11(2)
The Lowdown on Wi-Fi
13(1)
Ensure Compatibility
14(1)
Increase the Lifespan of Your Wireless Equipment
14(1)
The Equipment You'll Need for a Network
15(1)
Untangle the Terminology
15(1)
Wireless Router
15(1)
Wireless Card
16(4)
Determine the Number of Cards You Need
18(1)
Add Bells and Whistles
19(1)
MIMO
19(1)
SpeedBooster
19(1)
Upgrade the Antenna
19(1)
Hardware and Software Requirements
20(1)
Estimate Your Network's Cost
20(1)
Which Manufacturer Is Best?
20(1)
The Effects of Bad Weather
21(1)
How Many Computers Does a Network Support?
21(2)
Part II: Installing Your Router and Wireless Cards
23(24)
Setting Up Your Physical Network
25(12)
Find the Best Place to Install Your Router
25(1)
Types of Wireless Networks
26(1)
Wireless Router Connected to High-Speed Internet
26(2)
Connect the Router to a Broadband Modem
27(1)
An Ad Hoc Network
28(3)
Use the Manufacturer's Configuration Utility
29(1)
Use Windows XP's Configuration Utility
30(1)
A Partially Wired Network
31(3)
Set Up a Partially Wired Network
32(1)
Connect a Wireless Router to an Existing Wired Network
33(1)
High-Tech Fun in the Sun
34(1)
Install a Wireless Router Outdoors
35(2)
Installing a Wireless Card
37(10)
Consult the User Guide
38(1)
Install a Wireless Card in a Desktop Computer
39(1)
Install a Wireless Card in a Laptop
40(4)
Update the Drivers for Your Wireless Card
42(1)
Determine the Current Version
42(1)
Check for New Drivers
43(1)
Update the Drivers
43(1)
Windows XP's Wireless Auto Configuration
44(3)
Part III: Configuring Your Router and Wireless Cards
47(34)
Configuring Your Router
49(10)
Configure Your Router for the First Time
50(1)
Understand IP Addresses
50(1)
Find Your Router's IP Address
50(1)
Try a Common Address
50(1)
Consult Your Manual
50(1)
Look in Windows
51(1)
Set a Static IP for Your Router If Necessary
51(1)
Enable DHCP
52(1)
Set the SSID for Your Router
53(1)
Disable SSID Broadcasting
54(1)
Change the Default Password
55(2)
Configure Advanced Settings
57(2)
Configuring Your Wireless Card
59(12)
Enable Your Wireless Card
59(1)
Disable Your Wireless Card
60(1)
Change Your Wireless Card's Settings
61(1)
Access the Configuration Utility
61(2)
Manufacturer's Configuration Utility
61(2)
Windows XP's Configuration Utility
63(1)
Enable or Disable DHCP
63(1)
Find the IP Address for Your Wireless Card
64(1)
Set a Static IP Address for Your Wireless Card
65(1)
Set Computer Network Identification
66(1)
Turn On Power-Save Mode
67(4)
Use the Manufacturer's Configuration Utility
67(1)
Use Windows XP Home Edition and XP Professional Edition
68(3)
Security Settings
71(10)
Protect Your Wireless Computers and Network
72(1)
Protect Credit Cards over a Wireless Connection
73(1)
Stay Safe When Using Public Networks
74(2)
Disable Windows' Search for Any Available Network
76(1)
Wireless Encryption
76(1)
Turn on WPA-PSK Encryption
77(1)
Turn on WEP Encryption
78(3)
Part IV: Using and Maintaining Your Network
81(44)
Using Your Network
83(14)
Test Your Network
83(1)
Common Networking Tasks
83(1)
Automatically Connect to Your Wireless Network
84(2)
Use Windows XP Home Edition and XP Professional Edition
84(1)
Use the Manufacturer's Configuration Utility
85(1)
Manually Connect to a Wireless Network
86(2)
Connect to a Public Wireless Network
88(1)
Renew Your IP Address
89(1)
Share Files in Windows XP
90(3)
Share Individual Files
91(1)
Share an Entire Folder
91(2)
Access Shared Folders
93(1)
Share Files in Older Versions of Windows
94(1)
Filter Content on Your Network
95(2)
Adding Peripherals to Your Network
97(12)
Connect Printers to Your Network
97(1)
Make a Direct Connection
97(1)
Install a Wired Print Server
98(2)
Install a Wireless Print Server
100(1)
Enable Print Sharing
101(2)
Add a Shared Printer
103(2)
Connect Other Peripherals to Your Network
105(4)
Wireless Video Game Adapters
105(1)
Wireless Webcams
106(1)
Wireless Media Players
106(1)
Internet Telephones
106(3)
Maintaining Your Network
109(16)
Increase the Performance of Your Network
110(1)
Change the Data Rate
110(2)
Change the Router's Channel
112(1)
Upgrade to 802.11g
113(1)
Extend the Range of Your Network
114(1)
Change Your Router's Transmit Power
114(1)
Upgrade Your Network
115(1)
Upgrade Windows XP to Support WPA
116(1)
Upgrade Your Router's Firmware
117(3)
Upgrade Your Wireless Card
120(5)
Determine the Current Version
120(1)
Check for New Drivers
121(1)
Update the Drivers
121(4)
Part V: Troubleshooting
125(16)
Troubleshooting
127(14)
Network Connection Problems
127(1)
Reboot Your Router
127(1)
Improve a Poor Connection
128(1)
When Wireless Computers Won't Communicate
128(1)
Use Wireless Network Analyzers
129(2)
Internet Connection Problems
131(1)
Enable RTS/CTS
131(1)
Enable Fragmentation
132(1)
Enable Protection Mechanisms
133(1)
Enable 802.11g Mode Only
134(2)
Antenna Problems
136(1)
Find a Lost or Forgotten Encryption Key
137(1)
Access the Router through another Computer
137(1)
Reset the Router's Default Settings
137(2)
Find a Lost or Forgotten User Name or Password
139(2)
Glossary 141(4)
Index 145(8)
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