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2-8 WR850
Wireless Connection to Router
WARNING!
When first configuring your router, it is recommended that you have an Ethernet
cable connected to the router. Performing the INITIAL configuration using a
wireless connection is not secure and is not recommended.
After you have finished the initial configuration of the router, your connection will
be secure and you can safely use either a wired or wireless connection.
If you are connecting your client wirelessly to the router, you can use the Motorola
WPCI810G, a wireless PCI card for your desktop PC. If you have a laptop, the Motorola
WN825G wireless PC card provides access. A Motorola WU830G wireless USB adapter
can also provide wireless access for desktops or laptops.
The WN825G and WPCI810G are not supported under Windows
®
95, Windows 98, nor Windows NT. Windows
98SE Windows, Me
®
, Windows 2000, and Windows XP™ are supported. The WN825GP and WPCI810GP are
supported under Windows 2000 and XP only.
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1 If you are currently running broadband to a single computer: Unplug the Ethernet cable
that runs between your modem and PC from the back of your PC and plug it into the
port labeled WAN on the back of your router.
If you are not running broadband to a single computer: Connect an Ethernet cable to
the WAN port on your router.
2 Connect the other end of the same cable to your cable or DSL modem. You have now
connected the router to the modem. It may be necessary to restart your cable or DSL
modem after making this connection.