Lexmark S510 User Manual

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It may take a few minutes for your computer to recognize the new settings. To check the status of your network:

a

Right

‑click the Wireless Network Connections icon.

b

Select View Available Wireless Networks.

If the network is listed but the computer is not connected, then select the ad hoc network, and then click
Connect.

If the network does not appear, wait a moment, and then click Refresh network list.

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Insert the installation software CD, and then follow the directions for wireless installation.

Note: Do not connect the installation or network cables until instructed to do so by the setup software.

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When the available networks are displayed, provide the network name and the security information you created.
The installer will configure the printer for use with your computer.

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Store a copy of your network name and security information in a safe place for future reference.

For Macintosh users

1

Access the Airport settings:

In Mac OS X version 10.5 or later

From the Apple menu, navigate to:

System Preferences > Network > AirPort

In Mac OS X version 10.4 or earlier

From the Finder, navigate to:

Applications > Internet Connect > AirPort

2

From the Network Name or Network menu, click Create Network.

3

Create a name for the ad hoc network, and then click OK.

Note: Store the network name and password in a safe place for future reference.

Adding a printer to an existing ad hoc wireless network

Note: The printer can communicate on only one wireless network at a time. Configuring the printer for an ad hoc
wireless network will remove it from any other wireless network, either ad hoc or infrastructure, for which it is
configured.

For Windows users

1

Click

or Start.

2

Click All Programs or Programs, and then select the printer program folder from the list.

3

Navigate to:

Printer Home > select your printer > Settings tab > Wireless setup utility

4

Follow the instructions on the computer screen.

Note: Windows Vista computers may need to be reconnected to the ad hoc network after restarting.

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