Configuring the Microsoft Windows CE Wireless WS5A for (WPA2) Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 with PEAP Authentication

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 WS5A to a wireless network using (WPA2) Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 with PEAP Authentication:

  1. Power on the workstation. If the card has never been configured, the WS5A displays a Wireless Configuration dialog box on the desktop asking you to configure the wireless network.

    Figure 10-3 Adding a New Wireless Network for the Microsoft Windows CE Wireless WS5A for PEAP Authentication


    This figure shows the Wireless Configuration dialog box that appears when adding a new wireless network for the Microsoft Windows CE Wireless WS5A.
  2. Double-click Add New.

    The Wireless Network Properties dialog box opens.

    Figure 10-4 Wireless Network Properties for the Microsoft Windows CE Wireless WS5A for PEAP Authentication


    This figure shows the Wireless Network Properties for the Microsoft Windows CE Wireless WS5A for PEAP Authentication.
  3. On the Wireless Network Properties dialog box, enter the following:
    1. In the Network Name (SSID) field, enter the SSID for your Access Point. Note that this is case sensitive.
    2. In the Encryption drop-down list, select AES.
    3. In the Authentication drop-down list, select WPA2-PSK.
    4. In the EAP type drop-down list, select PEAP.

      PEAP is a security method that requires a user name and password before being able to join the network.

    5. Click the Properties button. The Authentication Settings dialog box opens.

      • If you are using a certificate to validate the server, select Validate Server, click Select, select the certificate, and then click OK close and save.

      • If you are not using a certificate, deselect the Validate Server, and then click OK close and save.

    6. Click OK close and save.
  4. Select your network, and then click Connect.

    Once you have a wireless network association, you can keep the Wireless network card on the default DHCP setting.

  5. To set a static IP address:
    1. Click Start, click Settings, and then click Network and Dial-Up Connections.
    2. Double-click the Wireless Card (PCI-E1Y51CE61) icon, and then enter a static IP address, subnet mask, and gateway if using a router.
  6. Run the MICROS CAL normally.

Parent topic: Configuring the Wireless Workstation 5A