Connecting a Non-Linksys Wireless Adapter to a Linksys VOIP Router

Document ID: 108660

Introduction
How do I connect a non-linksys wireless adapter to a Linksys VOIP router?
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Introduction

This article is one in a series to assist in the setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Cisco Small Business products (formerly Linksys Business Series).

Q. How do I connect a non-linksys wireless adapter to a Linksys VOIP router?

This article assumes that your wireless adapter is already properly installed and/or enabled on the computer. Before trying to connect your wireless adapter to a Linksys wireless router, please know the following: SSID, Wireless Security and/or Network Key. If you do not have these settings click here.

Configuring your Wireless Adapter to Connect to a Linksys Wireless Router

Note: The instructions below are for Windows XP with Service Pack 2.

Step 1:
Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon at the bottom-right of the screen and select View Available Wireless Networks.
Step 2:
Select your wireless network's name or SSID and click Connect.
If WEP is enabled on the router:
If WPA is enabled on the router:
Step 3:
Click .