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Keep Handy Job Aid

PREREQUISTES

·         Windows XP Professional (with latest patches)

·         Wireless 802.11a, b, or g

·         Wireless Access – Hotspot Initial Setup procedure has been run

OVERVIEW

For unsecure, unencrypted access to the Internet

PRE-CHECKS

1.      Network cables/cards disconnected

2.      Laptop is booted

3.      Wireless card inserted.

WIRELESS LOGIN

Assumes MCC_HOTSPOT is on Preferred networks list from Initial Setup procedure.

Wait up to 1 minute for connection to a wireless access point using MCC_HOTSPOT to be automatically established.

1.      Place mouse over Wireless Network icon on system tray

If connection to MCC_HOTSPOT indicated by text of icon tag then continue to next step

2.      Open browser

3.      If Security Alert appears, click Yes

MCC login network page displays.

4.      Enter HotSpot Login ID (username/pw) [guest/guest]

5.      Click Log In or press Enter key

Blue socket message and your homepage display.

6.      Minimize bluesocket box (do NOT close!)

You are successfully logged in!

END WIRELESS SESSION

1.      Maximize bluesocket box

2.      Click Click to Logout

Wireless Session is terminated.