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Basic Operations: Dell™ Wireless 355 Module with Bluetooth® 2.0 + EDR Technology User Guide

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Basic Operations: Dell Wireless 355 Module with Bluetooth® 2.0 + EDR Technology User Guide


Terminology

authentication
A Bluetooth security feature that is used to verify identity. During the initial authentication process, the Bluetooth device that initiates the connection requires the remote device to supply a Bluetooth PIN code.
BDA
Bluetooth Device Address (assigned by the manufacturer)
Bluetooth device
Bluetooth enabled hardware such as a computer, printer, fax, mouse, keyboard, telephone, headset, headphones, camera, or PDA.
Bluetooth Exchange Folder

The highest-level folder to which another Bluetooth device has access. Devices that have been granted access to a Bluetooth Exchange Folder also have access to all subfolders contained within that folder and all files in those subfolders.

NOTICE: By default, the Bluetooth Exchange Folder is placed in My Documents. If you relocate the Bluetooth Exchange Folder, do not place it in a root or system folder. Relocating the Bluetooth Exchange Folder to a root or system folder enables remote devices to harm the operating system on your computer.

The Bluetooth Exchange Folder is shared by the PIM Item Transfer and the File Transfer services. The location of the folder can be specified from the Properties page of either of these services. If you change the location of the Bluetooth Exchange Folder for one of these services, the path is automatically updated for the other service.
The Bluetooth Imaging service also uses this folder to store received images.
Bluetooth security code
An alphanumeric string up to 16 characters long that is typed to respond to a Bluetooth PIN Code Request. Also referred to as a passkey, password, passcode or PIN code.
Bluetooth® wireless technology
Bluetooth wireless technology allows short-range (within a distance of 10 meters) communication among Bluetooth enabled devices, eliminating the need for cables. When connected, one device can use or be used by the other, as specified by the user.
Client Applications
Software applications on this computer that allow this computer to use the Bluetooth services that are provided by remote Bluetooth devices.
Dynamic Host Control Protocol
A protocol used by a server to assign an Internet Protocol (IP) address to a connecting device.
encryption
Encryption translates data into an unreadable format using a secret key or password. Decrypting the data requires the same key or password that was used to encrypt it.
hands-free audio device
A wearable audio device that has a speaker and a microphone.
HCI
Host Controller Interface
HID
human interface device. A mouse or keyboard, for example.
link key
An internally generated unique security key that is exchanged by paired devices as proof of identity before a connection is established. Link keys are generated automatically when two devices pair.
Local Services
Bluetooth services such as Headset, Headphones, Audio Gateway, File Transfer, and Printer that this computer provides to other Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth services are used to carry out actions between a program installed on your computer and a remote Bluetooth device.
My Bluetooth services
See Local Services.
paired devices
Bluetooth devices must be paired before they can establish a secure (authenticated and encrypted) connection. Paired devices share a unique link key, which is exchanged automatically each time they connect.
PDA
personal digital assistant
PIM
Personal Information Manager. An application, such as Microsoft® Outlook®, that is used to manage contacts, send and receive e-mail, and schedule events and tasks.
Secure connection
A Bluetooth service or application property setting that requires a passkey or link key each time you attempt to make a connection. All data exchanged over the Bluetooth connection is encrypted. Depending on other configuration options, authorization may also be required.
shortcut
An icon that provides quick access to frequently used programs, files, folders, and drives. Double-clicking such an icon opens its corresponding folder or file without first having to find it. Shortcut icons do not change the location of files; they simply link to the file wherever it is located. You can delete a shortcut without deleting the file with which it is associated. Also, you can rename a shortcut.
taskbar notification area
The area on the Windows taskbar that displays the time and can also contain shortcuts that provide quick access to programs. This is where the Bluetooth icon is located.


Finding Bluetooth Devices

To find all Bluetooth devices that are in range

  1. Open My Bluetooth Places.
  2. Click View devices in range.

To find a specific Bluetooth device

  1. Open My Bluetooth Places.
  2. Click Bluetooth Setup Wizard
  3. Click I want to find a specific Bluetooth device and configure how this computer will use its services.


Viewing My Bluetooth Services

Bluetooth services are used to carry out actions between a program installed on your computer and a remote Bluetooth device. The Bluetooth services that are installed on this computer are known as My Bluetooth services, and they are listed in My Device. See also "Managing Bluetooth Devices and Services."

To view My Bluetooth services

  1. Open My Bluetooth Places.
  2. Click View My Bluetooth services.


Making a Quick Connection

To make a quick connection, right-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar notification area, point to Quick Connect, point to the name of the service you want to use, and then click the name of the device that provides the service.

Start/Stop the Bluetooth Device

Starting the Bluetooth device turns the radio on and stopping the device turns the radio off. To start or stop the Bluetooth device, right-click the Bluetooth icon in the taskbar notification area, and then click either Start the Bluetooth Device or Stop the Bluetooth Device. The command that is available depends on the current state of the device.

Also, you can turn the radio on or off by pressing FN+F2 on the keyboard or by using the sliding switch on the side of the computer. Slide the switch to the back to turn off the radio and slide it to the front to turn on the radio.


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