Brother MFC-8950DWT - Manual (Page 50)

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Configuring your machine for a wireless network (For MFC-8710DW, MFC-8810DW, MFC-8910DW and MFC-8950DW(T))
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Configuration in Ad-hoc mode (For IEEE 802.11b)
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Using configured SSID
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If you are trying to pair the machine to a computer that is already in Ad-hoc mode with a configured SSID,
you will need to complete the following steps:
For 5-line LCD models
a Before configuring your machine we recommend you write down your wireless network settings. You will
need this information before you continue with the configuration.
Check and record the current wireless network settings of your computer you are connecting with.
Note
The wireless network settings of the computer you are connecting with must be set to Ad-hoc mode with
a SSID already configured. For instructions on how to configure your computer to Ad-hoc mode please
see the information included with your computer or contact your network administrator.
For example:
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Note
Your Brother machine supports the use of the first WEP key only.
b
Press Menu.
c Press a or b to choose Network.
Press OK.
Network name: (SSID)
Communication Mode Encryption mode Network key
Ad-hoc NONE —
WEP
Network name: (SSID)
HELLO
Communication Mode Encryption mode Network key
Ad-hoc WEP 12345