eMachines Windows Vista FAQ

eMachines recommends Windows Vista® Home Premium.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I find a wireless network that is not on the list of available networks?

A: If you have connected to the network before, make sure your computer is in range of the network (no more than 150 feet indoors and 300 feet outdoors for 802.11b and 802.11g hardware and no more than 50 feet indoors and 100 feet outdoors for 802.11a hardware), the router or access point is turned on (if you have access to the router or access point), and the wireless switch on your computer is turned on. (Not all computers have a switch; if yours does, it is typically located on the front or side of the computer.) If you have not connected to the network, broadcasting might be turned off and you might have to manually add the network. To add a network that is not broadcasting, follow these steps:

1. From the Windows Vista default Start menu, click Connect To.

   Note: Alternatively you may right-click the Network icon in the system tray and then select Connect to a network.
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2. In the Connect to a network dialog box, click Set up a connection or network.
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3. In the Choose a connection option dialog box, click Manually connect to a wireless network.
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4. In the Enter information for the wireless network you want to add dialog box, enter the appropriate information, and then click Next.
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5. In the Successfully added dialog box, click Connect to.
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The network is added to your list of networks and is available to connect to in the future when your computer is in range.

Note: This information provided by Microsoft.