Troubleshooting guide

Connecting to Wi-Fi Networks
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Wi-Fi Connections Interface
The main interface for establishing Wi-Fi-based wireless connections is
shown below. Click on an area of interest for more information.
The Wi-Fi connections window provides available network connection
information, connected/disconnected status, and access to various controls
and components of the Cingular Communication Manager.
Encryption Indicator
This icon is lit when the Wi-Fi network whose name is displayed in the
main window is an encrypted network.
Wi-Fi Protocol Indicator
This indicator displays the Wi-Fi protocol used by a network you are
currently connected to. There are three different protocols supported by
Cingular Communication Manager:
• 802.11a - provides over the air transmission speeds of up to 54 Mbps in
the 5 GHz frequency band.
• 802.11b - provides over the air transmission speeds of up to 11 Mbps in
the 2.4 GHz frequency band.
• 802.11g - provides over the air transmission speeds of more than 20
Mbps in the 2.4 Ghz frequency band.