Dell P513w All In One Photo Printer - Manual (Page 76)

2 Attach the small, square connector to the back of the printer.
3 Continue following the on-screen instructions.
How are infrastructure and ad hoc networks different?
Wireless networks can operate in one of two modes: infrastructure or ad hoc.
In infrastructure mode, all devices on a wireless network communicate with each other through an access point
(wireless router).
In ad hoc mode, a computer with a wireless network adapter communicates directly with a printer equipped with a
wireless print server.
Infrastructure Ad hoc
Characteristics
Communication Through an access point Directly between devices
Security More security options WEP or no security
Range Determined by the range and
number of access points Restricted to the range of individual
devices on the network
Speed Usually faster Usually slower
Requirements for all devices
Unique IP address for each device Yes Yes
Mode set to Infrastructure mode Ad hoc mode
Same SSID Yes, including the access point Yes
Same channel Yes, including the access point Yes
We recommend setting up a network in infrastructure mode using the installation software CD. Infrastructure mode
provides:
• Increased network security
• Increased reliability
• Faster performance
• Easier setup
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