Wireless Network Adapter?

[Smirnoff]

XP Pro
I have connected a BT Voyager Wireless Router to my desktop via an ethernet
connection (Intel(R) PRO/100 VE).
All is fine regarding internet connection.
However, I cannot set up a wireless connection between PC and router.
I suspect that I do not have a wireless PCI card.
I say "suspect" because when I look in Control Panel I see an icon for a
wireless setup wizard.
What is the easiest way to find out if I have the necessary kit.
Thanks

 

[Jim]

If you don't know if you have a wireless adapter, it's likely you don't
And the fact there's a wizard doesn't imply you have a wireless adapter
either. If you did, you'd be prompted by XP's built-in hardware detection
to provide the drivers. You need to purchase a compatible PCI or USB
wireless adapter, install it, and when detected by XP and prompted for
drivers, install them from the supplied CD/floppy. One fine point --
usually w/ USB devices, you install the drivers FIRST, then insert the USB
device, but as always, follow the installation directions provided.

Jim

 

[Smirnoff]

Understood.
Thanks for your advice.

If you don't know if you have a wireless adapter, it's likely you don't
And the fact there's a wizard doesn't imply you have a wireless adapter
either. If you did, you'd be prompted by XP's built-in hardware detection
to provide the drivers. You need to purchase a compatible PCI or USB
wireless adapter, install it, and when detected by XP and prompted for
drivers, install them from the supplied CD/floppy. One fine point --
usually w/ USB devices, you install the drivers FIRST, then insert the USB
device, but as always, follow the installation directions provided.

Jim

 

[Bob Eyster]

Are you trying to connect a second PC to your network?


Bob Eyster