If you do not see any networks listed in Preferred or Available networks, you will have to manually add the SSID. Click on Add. You will have to enter the SSID and WEP key (if required). Click OK and you should then see the network you just added in the Available networks box.
Creating a Wi-Fi Connection
From Catherine Roseberry, former About.com Guide
Adding a Network Connection
Entering a new SSID network connection
Photo Credit: ©Catherine Roseberry
Once the Wireless Network Connection Properties window is open you will have two options depending on how you set up your laptop.
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- Wi-Fi Preparation - What You Need to Connect
- Network Card Properties
- Adding a Network Connection
- Using an Available Network
- Entering SSID and WEP Key
- Making the Connection
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