Wireless ad hoc network setup, What you need for an ad hoc network, Create a network profile for a windows xp computer – HP Photosmart D7460 Printer User Manual

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Wireless ad hoc network setup

Use this section if you want to connect the HP Photosmart to a wireless-capable computer
without using a wireless router or access point.

NOTE:

An ad hoc connection is available if you do not have a wireless router or

access point. However, it provides little flexibility, a low level of network security, and
slower network performance than with a wireless router or access point.

In order to connect the HP Photosmart to your computer (ad hoc), you need to create an
ad hoc network profile on your computer. This includes choosing a network name (SSID)
and WEP security (optional but recommended) for your ad hoc network.

To set up the HP Photosmart on a wireless
ad hoc network, you need to do the
following:

See this section:

First, collect all of the required materials.

“What you need for an ad hoc network”
on page 33

Next, prepare your computer by creating a
network profile.

“Create a network profile for a Windows XP
computer” on page 33
“Create a network profile for other operating
systems” on page 35

Next, run the Wireless Setup Wizard.

“Connect to a wireless ad hoc network”
on page 35

Finally, install the software.

“Install the software for a network connection”
on page 36

What you need for an ad hoc network

To connect the HP Photosmart to a wireless network, you will need a Windows computer
with a wireless network adapter.