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Supplicant configuration on Windows VISTA

Thanks to Arnold Dixon for this documentation.

STEP 1:
Go to the wireless networking icon in the system tray and select “ View Available Wireless Networks.”

STEP 2:
You should see “MASON-SECURE” and other wireless networks on the display. If "MASON-SECURE" is not in range,you may continue anyway but will not be able to connect once completed. Highlight "MASON-SECURE," then click on "Set up a connection or network." If "MASON-SECURE" isn't present, click on "Set up a connection or network."

STEP 3:
Change the "Security Type" to WPA-2 - Enterprise" and "Encryption type" to "AES." Check the "Start this connection automatically" box. Then click "Next."

STEP 4:
Click on the “Security” tab on the top. Leave "WPA2-Enterprise" selected and choose "Microsoft: Protected EAP (PEAP)" for the "Choose a network authentication method." Also check "Chache user information..." if you wish to connect automatically. Then click on "Settings..."

STEP 5:
Choose "AddTrust Extrenal CA Root" from the list of "Trusted Root Certification Authorities. If "AddTrust Extrenal CA Root" is not listed, you can down load the certificate. Then click on "Configure."

STEP 6:
Unless your Windows and password are the same as your PatriotPass, uncheck "Autmoatically use my Windows Logon name and password (and domain if any)."
Click "OK" 3 times to complete adding/configuring "MASON-SECURE."

STEP 7:
Click on "Close."

Step 8:
Bring up your wireless utility again and select "MASON-SECURE" and click on "Connect."

STEP 9:
Fill in your PatriotPass User name and password. Check the box for "Save this user..." then click "OK."

Step 10:
Click "OK," and you will be connected to "MASON-SECURE."