How to install a Wi-Fi connection like the professionals
How to install a Wi-Fi connection like the professionals
Wi-Fi or wireless networking has improved operational efficiency and productivity in various industry verticals. The technology has enabled people to access the Web from virtually anywhere whether indoors or outdoors.
This article provides instructions on how to setup a Wi-Fi connection indoors in a few simple steps.
The Hardware
The first thing to look out for is the hardware. You will need a
broadband Internet connection
cable or DSL modem
wireless router
wireless network adapter
network cables
computer that supports Wi-Fi
Choose equipment that offers maximum compatibility thereby avoiding unnecessary expenses later; devices manufactured by the same vendor are often easy to install.
The router is the core part of the Wi-Fi installation process. With a wireless router you can access the Internet from within a fixed range of distance by way of a desktop PC, laptop, PDA or smart phone. The range for Wi-Fi is about 100 feet indoors and up to 300 feet outdoors
The router's function is to convert and broadcast the incoming signals from the modem. The broadcasted signals are picked up by wireless devices like the network adapter attached to the computer through an Ethernet switch/ USB port.
The wireless network adapter maintains connection between your computer and the router. Today computers are available with in-built adapters. However if you have an older PC without an inbuilt one, a USB adapter is recommended for a Laptop computer while a PC card-based network adapter is more suitable for Desktops.
The Installation
The next step is to connect the various hardware components.
1. To connect the router to the modem, attach the cables to the router ports according to the labels. The labels may be different according to the brand and you may need to refer the documentation provided for assistance.
2. If your modem is already connected to the computer, unplug the cable from the back of the processor and plug it into the router port labeled as WAN. If not then just connect the modem cable into the router port and begin the next step of configuring the router.
3. Attach a network cable from your router's LAN port located next to the WAN, and plug the cable to the computer's Ethernet port.
4. Ensure that the modem is connected to the Internet indicated by a green light on the modem hardware. Then plug in the router to a power source and switch it on.
5. The WAN light located next to the power display should light up indicating that the router has successfully connected to the modem.
The Configuration
1. To configure the router open a browser window and type in the router's IP address.
2. For a Linksys or 3Com router the address is 192.168.1.1 while for Netgear the address is 192.168.0.1. You will be prompted to enter the user name as "admin" followed by the password.
3. The configuration page will come up with the settings at default mode. Most configurations will involve making only three changes.
4. Change the default SSID and enter a unique wireless network name to identify your network.
5. The next step is important that of enabling wireless encryption (WEP) which would protect your network from unauthorized access. Enter a passphrase that will be used by your router to generate keys uniquely for your settings.
6. Then enter your personal password ideally one that is a combination of letters, numbers and symbols.
7. Save the changes you made and exit the page. Then disconnect the network cable attached from the computer to the router and connect the adapter in its place.
8. Your computer will detect the wireless network and prompt you through the next few steps of selecting the Wi-Fi network.
You are now good to surf the Web, browse your favorite sites, print documents, send and receive mails, share media files by way of a public folder or play games with your friends.
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