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Instant Wireless - Network USB Adapter User Manual
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Section 4 - Installation and Configuration
Procedures Under Windows 2000
Use the procedures described in this chapter to install and configure the Instant
Wireless - Network USB Adapter under MS Windows 2000.
4.1 What You Need to Know About Windows 2000
Throughout this section it is assumed that you have a basic working knowledge
of Windows 2000 and of how to install new network cards on them. However, in
this paragraph, some specific features of Windows 2000 are briefly explained.
Windows 2000 operating system supports the Plug & Play feature. That means
that once you plug the Adapter into your PC for the very first time, this operating
system will detect the card and prompt you to install the driver.
Another feature is the Hot Swapping. With this feature, you can remove and
re-insert the Adapter whenever you want.
4.2 What You Will Need
During the installation, you may be prompted to load operating system files from
the Windows installation disk. Please have this disc handy.
You will also need the Device Drivers and Software Tools CD provided with your
package.
Note: In order to be able to install the Adapter on to your PC running under
Windows 2000, you will need to log on as Administrator.
4.3 Installing the Driver Under Windows 2000
1. Plug the Adapter into the USB port of a notebook or desktop PC.
2. The Found New Hardware Wizard will indicate that Windows have
recognized a new network device that has not been used before.