Configuring the Microsoft Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 Wireless WS5A and the Mini-PCI Wireless Card

Follow this procedure if you are using the 802.11i WPA2-Personal security method.

All network configuration and security settings are dependent upon the site’s infrastructure and configuration of the wireless network. If you encounter problems with the wireless network, see your site administrator.

To connect the Microsoft Windows Embedded POSReady 2009 Wireless WS5A to a wireless network using (WPA-PSK) Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key:

1. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Network and Dial-Up Connections.
2. Right-click the Wireless Network Connection icon, and then select Properties.

   The Wireless Network Connection Properties dialog box opens.

   Figure 10-5 Wireless Network Properties for the POSReady 2009 Wireless WS5A

   
   
   
3. Click the Wireless Networks tab, and then click the Add button. The Wireless Networks Properties dialog box opens.
   1. In the Network Name (SSID) field, enter the SSID for your Access Point. Note that this is case sensitive.
   2. In the Network Authentication drop-down list, select WPA2-PSK.
   3. In the Data Encryption drop-down list, select AES.
   4. In the Network Key field, enter the secure paraphrase that matches the one entered on your Access Point.
   5. Click OK to close and save.
4. Select your network, and then click Connect.
5. If you are using DHCP, click OK and let the WS5A make an association with the selected Access Point.
6. If you are using a static IP address, do not click OK. Instead, do the following:
   1. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), and then click Properties.

      The Internet Protocol Properties dialog box opens.

   2. Select Use the following IP address, and then enter the IP, subnet, and gateway addresses.
   3. Click OK.
7. Click OK to close and save.
8. Run the MICROS CAL normally.