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TITLE: |
Broadcom Wireless Utility |
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VERSION: |
6.20 REV: E |
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DESCRIPTION: |
This package contains the Broadcom Wireless Utility for the supported notebooks, adapters, and operating systems. The Broadcom Wireless Utility is a wireless LAN application that replaces the default Microsoft Windows XP Windows Zero Configuration Service. Once the Broadcom Wireless Utility is installed, the user is required to use the Broadcom Wireless Utility to configure the Broadcom wireless device and manage the wireless network connection. The Broadcom Wireless Utility is required with the supported Broadcom adapters to connect to wireless networks that use Cisco Compatible Extensions. Users may also find the Broadcom Wireless Utility useful for advanced profile management, single-sign-on support, and advanced diagnostics. Most home and small office, home office (SOHO) users do not need this functionality. If the Microsoft Windows XP Windows Zero Configuration service is required again, uninstall the Broadcom Wireless Utility. |
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PURPOSE: |
Recommended |
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SoftPaq NUMBER: |
sp37952 |
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SUPERSEDES: |
sp36686, sp37752 |
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EFFECTIVE DATE: |
November 15, 2007 |
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CATEGORY: |
Software - Solutions |
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SSM SUPPORTED: |
YES |
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PRODUCT TYPE(S): |
Notebooks |
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HARDWARE PRODUCT MODEL(S): |
HP 520 Notebook PC HP Compaq 2510p Notebook PC HP Compaq 2710p Notebook PC HP Compaq 6510b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6515b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6710b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6710s Notebook PC HP Compaq 6715b Notebook PC HP Compaq 6715s Notebook PC HP Compaq 6910p Notebook PC HP Compaq nc2400 Notebook PC HP Compaq nc4400 Notebook PC HP Compaq nc6320 Notebook PC HP Compaq nc6400 Notebook PC HP Compaq nc8430 Notebook PC HP Compaq nw8440 Notebook PC HP Compaq nw9440 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx6310 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx6320 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx7300 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx7400 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx8420 Notebook PC HP Compaq nx9420 Notebook PC HP Compaq tc4400 Tablet PC |
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DEVICES SUPPORTED: |
Broadcom 802.11b/g WLAN Broadcom 802.11a/b/g WLAN Broadcom 4321AG 802.11a/b/g/draft-n Wi-Fi Adapter |
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OPERATING SYSTEM(S): |
Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition Microsoft Windows XP Media Center Edition Microsoft Windows XP Professional Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition |
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LANGUAGE(S): |
Global |
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ENHANCEMENTS: |
- Provides Broadcom Wireless LAN User Interface version 4.170.25.12 for use with Broadcom Wireless LAN driver version 4.170.25.12. |
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FIXES: |
- Fixes an issue where the user interface (UI) hangs if the security setting for a WLAN connection prompted the user for input during association, and the WLAN adapter was disabled simultaneously. |
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PREREQUISITES: |
- Download and install HP SoftPaq Number SP39750 (or later), "Broadcom Wireless LAN Driver," Version 6.20 Rev E, before installing this SoftPaq. |
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HOW TO USE: |
NOTE: Once installed, the Broadcom Wireless Utility takes control of Broadcom wireless devices and the user must use the Broadcom Wireless Utility to configure and manage Broadcom wireless devices. 1. Download the SoftPaq .EXE file to a directory on your hard drive. 2. Execute the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions. 3. Restart the computer. NOTE: After the files are unpacked, the Setup program runs automatically. If the setup program (setup.exe) needs to be run manually, look for it in the download directory. Copyright (c) 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. |