Step By Step Guide In Setting Up A 2wire Wireless NetworkHere are the steps to follow for 2Wire Wireless network setup in Windows XP. • Make sure that the 2Wire Wireless USB Adapter is not plugged in to your computer or laptop. If it is then remove it before proceeding further. • Download the driver file or if you have the disk then insert it now. • Double click on the driver file in order to extract all the files in it. Make note of the folder into which the files will be extracted. If the file permits you then try creating your own temporary folder. • Now connect the 2Wire Wireless adapter to any of the free USB ports on your computer or laptop. • Windows XP will notify you about "New Hardware Found" and driver dialog box will come up. You should choose the option titled "Install from a specific location." • Click "Next". • Click on the checkbox that says "Include this location in the search" and key in the folder name with complete path that you note down in the 3rd step. • Click "Next". • Just follow the instruction windows as they keep appearing and click "Next" or "Ok" to till the installation is complete. Here are the steps to follow for 2Wire Wireless network setup in Windows 98 and 2000. • Make sure that the 2Wire Wireless USB Adapter is not plugged in to your computer or laptop. If it is then remove it before proceeding further. • Download the driver file or if you have the disk then insert it now. • Double click on the driver file in order to extract all the files in it. Make note of the folder into which the files will be extracted. If the file permits you then try creating your own temporary folder. • Now connect the 2Wire Wireless adapter to any of the free USB ports on your computer or laptop. • Windows will start the "Found new hardware" wizard. • Choose the option to search for a driver from a specific location and key in the folder name with complete path. • Just follow the instruction windows as they keep appearing and click "Next" or "Ok" to till the installation is complete. • If Windows asks you to restart the computer then click on "Yes". The following steps outline the 2Wire Wireless network setup configuration. • In the folder where you extracted the installation files there will be an executable configuration file called "WirelessCFG.exe". You can click on "Start" then "Run" or click the Windows Key + R to get the same dialog. Enter the full path and file name and click on "Ok". • Just follow the onscreen instructions to enter the serial number and the encryption key for the adapter. |