Using an available wireless network configuration – Dell 948 All In One Printer User Manual

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Wireless Networking

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2. Click Dell Printers.

3. Click Dell AIO Printer 948.

4. Click Wireless Setup Utility.

In Windows XP and Windows 2000:

1. Click Start® Programs or All Programs® Dell Printers® Dell AIO Printer 948.

2. Click Wireless Setup Utility.

The Wireless Setup Utility steps you through the configuration process. The wizard can automatically detect wireless network

settings or allow you to manually enter the network configuration settings.

Before configuring the adapter, make sure your printer has been set up correctly:

The adapter has been installed correctly in the printer.

The ink cartridges are installed correctly.

Paper has been loaded into the printer.

The USB cable is attached to the printer and the computer.

The printer is turned on and ready to be installed.

Using an Available Wireless Network Configuration

1. From the Wireless Networks Found In Your Area screen, select the appropriate Network Name (SSID) from the

list, and then click Next.

2. On the Apply and Verify Wireless Settings screen, check each network attribute to make sure the settings are

correct, and then click Next to apply the settings.

NOTE:

Clicking Next prompts the setup utility to verify wireless communication with the printer. The verification

process can take up to 120 seconds.

3. Verify that the adapter can communicate over the network. For more information, see

Verifying Network

Communication

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Entering a Different Wireless Network Configuration

1. From the Wireless Networks Found In Your Area screen, select I want to enter a different configuration, and

then click Next.

2. If the Network Name (SSID) you want to use is available, select it from the list, and then click Next.

If the Network Name (SSID) is not available

a. Select I want to enter a different network name, and then click Next.

b. Enter the Network Name (SSID).

c. Select the appropriate Channel from the drop-down list. (Auto is the default.)

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