Your computer will automatically log into this network in the future when you turn on to your computer unless you turn off the network.
Click on it and enter the security code of your network.
Look for the SSID (network name) of your wireless network.
Finding Wireless Networks Use the Wireless Network or WiFi Networks command on your Windows or Apple device/computer to find a list of WiFi networks that are available to you. The IP (Internet Protocol) address of your modem is provided in this document for each type of modem. You can connect multiple wireless devices to your modem but the available speed for each device will decrease as the number of devices increase.
Your modem has 4 ethernet ports that can support PC s, printers, or other devices. Your modem is provided with a default WPA code. Utilize the security that is supported by your laptop. For security, your wireless modem supports WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) and WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access). When you use the instructions of Windows or Apple to find a wireless network, you should look for the default SSID for your modem or the one that you created with this guide. The SSID (Service Set IDentifier) is the name of your network. If you have a cordless phone and are experiencing problems, there are newer cordless phones which operate at a different frequency. This frequency is also utilized by cordless phones. Hawaiian Telecom wireless modems utilize 2.5 GHz (GigaHertz) frequency. 3Ĥ Terminology Hawaiian Telecom wireless modems comply with IEEE b&g which is an international standard for wireless LAN devices. The Motorola modem automatically finds the best channel for use in your home. Use the information in this document to change the channel that your wireless modem is utilizing. If you are experiencing poor performance you may be utilizing a channel that your neighbors are utilizing. Your wireless modem has several channels available for use. You may use this document to enable or change your wireless security settings on your modem. Even worse, strangers may try to hack your PC s and steal information from your PCs or monitor your internet usage. By not securing your wireless network, you are inviting unauthorized use of your network by strangers which could affect your own internet experience. If you are not experiencing a satisfactory speed while utilizing your wireless network, use an Ethernet cable to connect to one of the yellow Ethernet ports on the back of your wireless modem for the best possible speed. Hawaiian Telcom cannot guarantee the performance of wireless networks since many factors are involved. Make sure that you connect your laptop to the SSID of your wireless modem and not your neighbor s when connecting to your wireless network. During set-up of your wireless network, make sure that you create a unique SSID for your wireless network. For optimal performance, your wireless modem should be located on a bookshelf or other elevated location. Place your wireless modem away from these devices to minimize interference to your service. Wireless modems utilize frequencies that are utilized by other devices that may be in your home such as: cordless phones, garage door openers, or microwave ovens.
The Westell 327W modem is unsecured by default and the default wireless network name (SSID) is serial number found on the bottom of the modem.
The wireless network name (SSID) and password (WEP key) will be on a label on the bottom of the modem. Here are some tips that will enable you to optimally utilize wireless (Wi Fi) in your home: The wireless port on the Motorola 2247 and the Westell 7500 modems will be secure by default. In most situations, you will now be able to utilize HSI anywhere in your home.
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