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Psion Teklogix 8525/8530 Vehicle-Mount Computer User Manual 21
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio
This tab lists available networks – any access points that are broadcasting
an SSID, and it lists preferred networks – networks that you have config-
ured. Since access points are generally secure, they will most likely not
be listed here. By default, the 8525/8530 attempts to connect to preferred
networks. This behaviour can be changed by enabling ‘Automatically
connect to non-preferred networks’ in the Advanced dialog box (page 26).
• To add a new configuration, double-tap on the Add New item listed with
the networks. A blank Wireless Properties dialog box is displayed.
5. Wireless Properties
Figure 2.5 Wireless Properties Dialog Box
Network name (SSID):
• Type the appropriate SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the ‘Network
name (SSID):’ text entry field at the top of this dialog box.
The Network name field can contain a maximum of 32 characters. The
name assigned here is listed as a preferred network.
Important: Keep in mind that the 8525/8530 will only communicate with
access points that are configured with the same SSID.
Ad Hoc And Infrastructure
If you are using an “Infrastructure” network – one in which 8525/8530s
must pass data through an access point – leave the checkbox next to ‘This is
an ad hoc network’ empty.
If you are using an “Ad Hoc” network – a network in which 8525/8530s
pass data directly to other 8525/8530s without an access point – tap on the
checkbox next to ‘This is an ad hoc network’ to enable Ad Hoc.