User's Guide Part 5

Utility Functions: Company 54g Wireless LAN (WLAN) User Manual
● IBSS Channel Number selects the independent basic service set (IBSS) channel number on which to operate.
The Company 54g enabled notebook comes preset for use on channels 1—11. This setting is acceptable in
most countries. Some countries allow use on more channels. If you travel to a country that allows the use of
other channels, change the IBSS Channel Number to that number.
● Locale selects the adapter properties that comply with the operating regulations for that locale. The Locale
settings include USA, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Thailand, and Worldwide. This wireless LAN device is normally
preset by default for the country in which the device is sold. Before operating this WLAN device, verify that the
locale selection is correct by following the steps described in
Changing Settings above. On the Advanced tab of
HP WLAN 54g W450 Network Adapter Properties,
❍ Click Locale
❍ In the Value list, select the appropriate regional location
If you travel to other countries with the Company 54g enabled notebook, follow the same steps to change the
locale setting to match the destination country. Reset the locale setting back to the appropriate home setting
after returning. If the destination country is not listed, change the Locale setting to Worldwide.
● Radio Enable/Disable allows you to turn the radio on or off as necessary to comply with restrictions prohibiting
the emission of radio signals, such as during takeoff and landing onboard a commercial aircraft.
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