How do you setup WPA using TrueMobile 1180 USB adaptor running XP? It does not show as an option when configuring Wi-Fi connections... Only WEP is available.
Get the XP Wireless Update Rollup Package (
http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=826942). I am successfully using WPA with my Truemobile 1400 and SMC Barricade 2804WBR router in wireless-g mode.
Pretty strange, wonder why the WPA options are not available for you? I'd initially setup my SSID to be broadcast, used a passphrase for WPA, and WinXP detected the network, I supplied my passphrase, and it connected just fine.
Thanks Catul. I installed the rollup package and still no WPA option. Other devices on my network are fully functional using WPA (but not with a Truemobile 1180).
The adapter is operational according to windows XP, but will not detect the wireless network. Spent a couple of hours with Dell Support reloading adapter drivers and installation software to no avail. The adapter still doesn't recognize the network, nor allows for WPA setting under the 'wireless network connection properties'. WPA does not show as an option in the drop down list. Support says it may be the physical adapter and will be shipping a replacement.
I have my doubts, since no options for WPA can be displayed. I suspect the Truemobile does not conform nor support WPA, but haven't been able to verify.
Working with Dell Support, the latest adapter drivers were installed and still no WPA option. I continue to search this forum and Microsoft, and so far, I'm stumped. :(
The XP Wireless Update Rollup Package you mentioned has two versions: a 32-bit and a 64 bit........how do I know if my system is 32-bit or 64 (I think it is 32 - Pentium 4 @ 2.5 GHz)?
Hmm, sounds like the Dell Support team needs to do some research on your product. I just looked through the manual on the 1180 USB and it sure looks like it only supports WEP. At least that is better than nothing, I would go ahead and stick with that.
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Posted December 27th, 2003 19:00