How do I connect to wireless network by using Windows built-in Utility/Client(WZC)?

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Updated 03-14-2013 09:38:50 AM FAQ view icon185402
Part 1: Exit the TP-Link Utility and start the Wireless Zero Configuration service on your computer
 
Step 1
After exiting TP-Link Utility, select and right click on My Computer on desktop, select Manage to open Computer Management window.
 
Step 2
Expand Services and Applications->Services, find and locate Wireless Zero Configuration in the Services list on the right side.
 
Step 3
Select Wireless Zero Configuration, right click, and then select Properties.
 
Step 4
Change Startup type to Automatic, click on Start button and make sure the Service status is Started. And then click OK.
 
Part 2: Connect to wireless network
 
Step 1
Open Control panel, select and double click Network Connections.
 
Step 2
Select Wireless Network Connection, right click it and select Properties.
 
Step 3
Choose “Wireless Networks” tab and tick “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” check box then click OK.
 
Step 4
Then Select Wireless Network Connection, right click it, select and click View Available Wireless Networks.
 
Step 5
Click Refresh Network list to view available wireless networks. Select the correct network which you want to connect, double click it or click Connect button.
 
Step 6
If the wireless network is secured, it will pop up a window asking for the key/password.
 
Step 7
Enter the correct Key/Password then click Connect, wait for a while, you will connect the wireless network.
 
Note:
1. If it keeps connecting to the network or acquiring IP address, please check if you have entered the correct key/password.
2. If it shows that the connection is Limited or no connectivity, please ensure that you have enabled DHCP server on the wireless router/access point.

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