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Chapter 4: Using the Utility
Checking the Network Status
After installation, you can check the network connection status either via the LED
indicators on the NetBlaster II devices, or by the color of the NetBlaster II taskbar
icon.
-- If the NetBlaster II icon on the Windows taskbar (Figure 49) is Green,
your network is connected.
-- If the icon is Black, either your installation is not complete or the network
settings are incorrect. Refer to Chapter 8: Troubleshooting, for possible
solutions.
-- If the icon is Yellow, your connection status is poor. You can improve
the connection status by placing the antenna in a higher position.
-- If the icon is Red, your connection is about to go out of range. You can
move the computers closer or remove metal obstacles that may be
between them.
Figure 49. Taskbar Icon
The NetBlaster II Utility toolbar may be accessed by clicking Start/Programs/
SOHOware NetBlaster II/NetBlaster II Utility. It provides fast access to the most
commonly used tools.
There are four functions available from the NetBlaster II utility toolbar when your
network is running with a wireless hub, three when run without a hub, and five
main functions available from the NetBlaster II taskbar icon.
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