Wi-Fi password on Mac OS X Solved/Closed

Question

Hello,

I’m not sure if I’m posting this message in the right forum.

Anyway, here’s my little problem. I have a Mac OS X and a LiveBox Pro, and I recently installed a compatible Wi-Fi key on my Mac, which is working fine so far.

My issue is as follows:
When I turn off my Mac and then turn it back on, I lose my connection and have to re-enter the WEP code.

If anyone can provide more information on how to avoid entering this code again, I would appreciate it.

Thank you in advance.

Anonymous user · Accepted Answer

Caution regarding Airport cards.
There are 2 types of Apple's Airport cards: regular Airport cards and Airport Extreme cards. Not all older Macs are compatible with the Airport Extreme card (still sold on Apple's website), while the regular Airport card is no longer sold by Apple, but can be found on the second-hand market; sometimes more expensive than new ones, but it’s still the best solution for the first sunflower iMacs for example. G3 iMacs after October 1999, and DV types can use regular Airport cards but require an adapter for installation. The first G4 iMacs can directly use regular Airport cards, while the 1GHz G4 iMacs and USB2 G4 iMacs can receive Airport Extreme cards (the latter are classified as "Airport Extreme ready").

Best regards
--

Sainfoin - Francis
iMac G5 2GHz 2GB - OS 10.4.11

soleil91 · Answer

Hello - you're on the right forum - always provide the complete configuration of your Mac but wait for answers from our friends - personally, I don't have Wi-Fi so I don't know ... see you+++++

benmac · Answer

Hello, I just bought a D-Link DWL-G122 USB wifi card to install on a MacBook with Tiger 10.4. Once the Mac drivers provided with the adapter are installed, the machine restarts (so far, it's normal according to the procedure) and I insert the adapter. Nothing happens. It's as if it's not detected. The installed software does not recognize any device and no lights turn on. I don't understand!!! Thank you.

sennju · Answer

Hello,

I have the same problem, I tried with the D-Link and Ralink drivers, but nothing happens.
The installation goes correctly, but when I restart and plug in the key, nothing happens. The LNK light on the key is blinking but that's it.
I have a DWL-G122 version C1, and I am on a Mini Mac/Power PC, OS 10.4.7

Thank you

thefab · Answer

Hello,
There is no need to install a Wi-Fi key; the built-in Wi-Fi of the MacBook works perfectly with the Orange box... proof is that I am writing you a message right now with my MacBook!

Best regards,

The fab

B666 · Answer

Hello,

I bought a DWL-G122 today. Nothing works on Mac OS. The connection drops almost immediately. You then have to go back into the system preferences, re-enter the WEP and its 26 characters. In short, it’s absolutely annoying. Does anyone know the definitive solution? Thank you!
B666

Daniel · Answer

I also have a D-link QWL-G122 Wi-Fi key, it didn't really work on my old G4 OS 10.4, the lights would turn on and the driver would detect it... one time out of two. Now I have a new MacPro with OS X 10.5 (Leopard) and there’s no driver for my Dlink DWL-G122, nothing works anymore, I don’t even have the little lights. I know that the AirPort base station is very good, but the location of my computer doesn’t pick up the Wi-Fi, I would need to move a few meters, that’s why I need the key... what should I do?
I have the option of throwing the key in the trash and using Powerline adapters to get internet through the outlets.
So, I'm sorry, I don't have any solution for the Wi-Fi key.

paulux · Answer

Unable to connect with my Bluestork key, I have Mac OS X Tiger, I even downloaded the latest version of the driver. Could someone help me?

antsiary · Answer

Good evening,

But are you guys paranoid or what?? All Macs >= G4 are equipped with Wifi and Bluetooth (except the first-generation G4s, which are low-end)

What's the point of a wifi dongle on a Mac, other than causing problems.

In Finder, top left, click on the antenna (grayed out if not connected), select your router/box from the list, enter the WEP/WPA key, test (+ associate for the Livebox), save, and you're good to go.

Ahhh! These switchers, they need to leave behind their Windows reflexes, that is, buying/installing anything and everything. If not, well sorry, but the Mac minis, MacBooks (Pro) are all equipped with AirPort and are compatible with most routers and boxes.
I don’t see any interest in a wifi dongle at all.

Otherwise, I have a G3, and the D_link ones have been deemed unstable, so I switched to a Belkin, and it works well.

And Happy New Year to everyone.

toto · Answer

Hello,
I'm not paranoid but I have a Mac Mini (with a G4) but NO wifi or bluetooth. However, it's running Leopard but I can't find reliable information on the capability of USB drives to work with this OS.

kalakutaseb · Answer

Hello,
I have the same problem as you:
a Bluestork wifi key that works perfectly under 10.4 (9, 10, and 11). But it doesn't want to cooperate with Leopard anymore...
It installs just fine, but after a sleep mode, it makes the processor run at full speed, so I have to force the computer to shut down (eMac G4 1.25GHz... G4 but WITHOUT built-in wifi, whether switched on or not, everyone knows by now that laptops come with wifi, not necessarily desktop computers... G4 or otherwise... don't you?)
I had to reinstall Tiger, in the meantime...
For the Bluestork, there are drivers that can be downloaded from the website www.macway.fr, as well as installation instructions.

Anonymous user · Answer

Hello,

The Mac mini is designed to accommodate an AirPort Extreme Wi-Fi card - for Wi-Fi, it's THE solution.
http://store.apple.com/Apple/WebObjects/francestore.woa/wa/RSLID?mco=7E4EB91E&nplm=M8881
If this card was not installed by default when purchasing the Mac, you can install it yourself, but this process is quite delicate.
Opening the Mac mini is not easy. It would be wiser to have it installed by an authorized service center.
https://locate.apple.com/fr/fr/ to find an authorized service center.
The procedure is exactly the same for the Bluetooth module as for the AirPort card, both being options when purchasing the Mac mini.

Here’s what the Mac mini guide says:

"For More Information on AirPort
To purchase an AirPort Express or AirPort Extreme Base Station, contact your Apple-
authorized dealer or go to the Apple Store at www.apple.com/store. Additional
information on AirPort is available in AirPort Help. Choose Help > Mac Help, then
choose Library > AirPort Help.
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
If you ordered a Bluetooth module when you purchased your Mac mini, it’s already
installed. With the Bluetooth module, you can connect to devices that use Bluetooth
wireless technology, such as mobile phones, PDAs, printers, and the Apple Wireless
Keyboard and Mouse (available for purchase at www.apple.com/store).
Note: If you didn’t order a Bluetooth module with your Mac mini, you can have one
installed by an Apple Authorized Service Provider or at an Apple Store. "

On my side, I bought my old iMac G4 1GHz ball without the Bluetooth module, and this adapter: https://www.macway.com/bluetooth/n200231/, still works perfectly today on this Mac, which is still in service in the family.

But for your Mac mini, since it is preferable to take it to an authorized service center to install the AirPort Extreme card, it makes sense to install the Bluetooth module at the same time. It will cost a bit more, but the result will be guaranteed and the existing ports will remain free.
This is, in any case, the approach that I would personally adopt.

Best regards

--

Sanspseudo - Francis
iMac G5 2GHz 2GB - OS 10.4.11

Komlours · Answer

Simple: you go TO the free box with your browser, (http://192.168.1.1/ generally), and you disable the WEP key and MAC filters.

corto333 · Answer

Hello,

I've been trying for two days to install a D-Link DWL-122 Wi-Fi key on my girlfriend's iMac 500 MHz PowerPC G3 with Mac OS X version 10.4.10. I'm not very familiar with Macs. When I plug the key into the USB port, nothing happens. I have installed the driver for the key (DWL-122 Driver 1.4.7). Once the Mac is rebooted, I don't see anything new on the desktop, and the key is still not recognized. Please help me.......

Anonymous user · Answer

Hello,

Aside from the fact that this key has long suffered from a bad reputation due to poor drivers, if we admit that this issue is resolved today, I still have doubts about the possibility of using this key on a USB1 port. This key is designed to work on a USB2 port, while the USB1 speed is limited.
An iMac G3 is equipped with USB1 ports.
That said, I’m not sure that the explanation lies here.

Have you activated Airport on this Mac?
Put the Airport icon in your menu bar by following these instructions:
Go here:
Hard Disk / System / Library / CoreServices / Menu Extras and double-click on the "Airport" file.
You can take this opportunity to add any icons you want to the Finder menu bar.
If you want to remove an icon added by mistake, just drag it out of the menu bar while holding down the Command key.
To activate Airport, from the menu bar, click on the "Activate Airport" icon, then select the detected wifi network. Enter the password when prompted, that's all.
For more information on Airport, in the Finder menu bar of Mac OS, click on Help / Mac Help and type "Airport", you will get all the useful information.

Good luck
--

Sanspseudo - Francis
iMac G5 2ghz 2Go - OS 10.4.11

ken · Answer

Hello
I agree with Sanspseudo regarding the D-Link. As for the owners of the G4 Sunflower, you can find Airport cards online for around 50 euros, the best part? The card recognition is automatic and the update too.

Have a nice day.

yanns.59@live.fr · Answer

Je viens d'acheter un Power Mac G3 avec 128 Mo de RAM et un disque dur de 6 Go, et j'aimerais le connecter à Internet en Wi-Fi. Que dois-je faire ? C'est mon premier Mac, merci.

bertrand · Answer

Paranoia aside, I bought my wife a beautiful MacBook Air for Mother's Day. The problem with Airport is that the antenna is half as sensitive as that of my laptop :( So I bought a D-Link USB key that isn't even recognized by the system

Help!

darkness-no-jutsu · Answer

The thing is that Macs are equipped with Wi-Fi cards (ordinary or Extreme Airport) starting from the Power PC G4, which is the biggest problem because many people buy G3 Macs and want to connect wirelessly. Personally, I have a G3 iBook and a 1.83 GHz Intel MacBook. My MacBook is equipped with an Airport card, while my G3 iBook is not. There are two solutions: buy a router that picks up the Wi-Fi network and connect it to the machine's Ethernet port, or connect directly to the box in the same way but to the USB port, as with the latter it might not work. Otherwise, refer to several forums dedicated to Macs or go to an authorized maintenance center.

jj · Answer

Uh, let’s not get carried away; my first-generation iMac G5 doesn't have Wi-Fi, and I'm seriously struggling to find a driver for the SAGEM dongle (from an old Wanadoo Livebox) that would work.

benji · Answer

Salut Benji, pour activer le Wi-Fi sur ton Mac OS X, suis ces étapes :

1. Clique sur l'icône Wi-Fi dans la barre de menu en haut à droite de l'écran.
2. Sélectionne "Activer le Wi-Fi" dans le menu déroulant.
3. Une fois le Wi-Fi activé, choisis le réseau désiré dans la liste.
4. Si nécessaire, entre le mot de passe du réseau et clique sur "Se connecter".

Cordialement,  
Benji

jj · Answer

I stop you! If the MacBook is worse than the PC, it’s because you must be on a crowded channel since you’re picking up several base stations on the same channel in an urban environment (there are only about 10 maximum). Install a little network sniffer like  Istumbler  and you’ll see in that case you can choose another channel for your own base station; by default, the ISP boxes are all on the same channel, usually channel 1, as soon as you change that it will be much better even with a lower received power.

bernardius · Answer

Hello, I just bought an Airport Extreme card for my Mac OS X - version 10.3.9 Processor 1.4 GHz PowerPC G4. I installed it, but my computer doesn't recognize it. Can someone help me!!! Thank you in advance.

kelly · Answer

Hello just a question, I also have an iBook and I would just like to know what type of Wi-Fi key is needed?? thank you

jj · Answer

The best thing is to buy the airport card that goes with it on the classifieds Ebay or Macbidouille, you'll find it easily. Try to specify what model of Ibook you have.  Try here: http://vi.ebaydesc.fr/...  You need the card called "airport extreme", which is easily found for around 30 €.  Except for Ibook G3 (Clamshell and 1st generation of white Ibooks), where the card is a bit more expensive (airport 811 B) and sometimes requires a small adapter as well. Check the support on apple.com/fr to be sure.

u2me · Answer

The DWL-G122 Rev C1 works very well on an iMac G3-500MHz. I just bought one after struggling with a ZyDAS (TP-Link) that was recognized but couldn't see any networks. The D-Link is not very sensitive (less than my sister-in-law's HP laptop but much more than my Titanium Powerbook), but it works at 1Mbps. Be careful with USB 1.1 ports; you'll be limited in speed. Even connected at 54Mbps in OFDM, you won’t get more than 12Mbps... enough for the internet.  The big point is that you absolutely need to get the latest drivers available from Ralink; the original ones are terrible... http://www.ralinktech.com/ralink/Home/Support/Macintosh.html For the D-Link, it's the second line (RT257x). The other one works, but not as well. However, it seems to be compatible with Leopard... to be tested.  Yan.

marik22 · Answer

Hello, I recently bought an iMac G10.5.4, and I have a little problem with the internet connection. I keep going to the Airport section, clicking on my network, and entering the password, but it always shows "connection timeout." However, the network works perfectly since I have always used it, and my family does too. :s Do you think it could be an issue with server acceptance, or could it be something else?

carbone2 · Answer

Me, do you see I have an eMac PPC G4 -- I like to make PALS!!!! CARBON two

carbone2 · Answer

Oh my gosh: Mac OS X 10.4 on an iMac G3 500 MHz, I think I'm going to faint!  -- I really like to make FRIENDS!!!! CARBON two

Anonymous user · Answer

Hello,  We don't say "oh pinaise", we say "Oh punaise" or better, we say "Hello" or "Good evening", ...  And we don't say "I see myself fainting", but we say "I am going to faint"  As for the rest, Mac OS 10.4 on a Mac G3 500 MHz works perfectly  Have a good evening -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2GHz 2GB - OS 10.5.5

carbone2 · Answer

Sorry, but I didn't know that a G3 + Mac OS X 10.4 would work. I have an iMac G3 333Mhz Mac OS 9.2.2. We tried to install 10.2, but it bugs. -- I love making FRIENDS!!!! CARBON two

Anonymous user · Answer

An iMac G3 333 MHz is not the same as a 500 MHz, especially from the perspective of the absent FireWire ports on the 333 MHz model. However, the 333 MHz does support Mac OS 10.3.9, but with an essential condition for this type of Mac: the Firmware must have been updated beforehand, or there will be serious hardware failure. In fact, this precaution is essential for any Mac running Mac OS 9 before upgrading to Mac OS 10. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT1395 -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2ghz 2Go - OS 10.5.5

carbone2 · Answer

I followed the procedure, but after downloading and decompressing the file, I try but a message pops up saying that the firmware is up to date: I don't understand -- I love to make FRIENDS!!!! CARBON two

Anonymous user · Answer

Well, that's good - The firmware update had already been done.  Good evening -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2ghz 2Go - OS 10.5.5

carbone2 · Answer

but still the 10.2 was buggy and crashed the iMac. -- I really like to hang out with my MATES!!!! CARBON two

Anonymous user · Answer

It may have been an installation CD not intended for Mac?? or an invalid CD??  http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 5976889 licence os x#2  and http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 4551050 mise a jour mac os#1 http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 5505394 probleme d installation mac#9 http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 4224533 besoin d etre guidee et rassuree#4 http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 6819046 probleme d os sur mon imac g4 au 10 3 1#5 http://www.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich 4192724 installer leopard a la place de tiger#1   .../... -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2ghz 2Go - OS 10.5.5

dd · Answer

The iMac G3 333 with a drawer is much better on OS9, especially for video; in OS X, it lags too much, personally, I absolutely do not recommend it.   The only issue is the internet browsers (use Netscape, which is the most advanced) that are starting to become really outdated.   For children's games, Windows/OS 9 office applications, and Photoshop Elements, it still works very well. If you have these old versions, keep them, and try to max out the RAM (128 MB + the 32 MB built-in, I believe).

Rob · Answer

You're the ignorant one! I have a G5 (>G4) dual 2.5 GHz and I have neither Airport nor Bluetooth. Come back down to Earth, Toto!!! I'm using the DWL-G122 without any problems on my Mac. Very stable and quite fast. OSX 10.4.11.

heureincertaine · Answer

Hello, I have roughly the same problem. I have a "sunflower" G4 1.25 GHz Mac, OS 10.4.11, without an internal Wi-Fi card. So I bought a Bluestork Wi-Fi dongle, downloaded and installed the drivers + software (from the Mac Way website); and then nothing happens, I can't connect to my bbox. The dongle is blinking, in the network preferences, I'm lost. Could someone provide me with an operating procedure, or confirm that it's hopeless with this dongle? Thank you.

Anonymous user · Answer

Hello,  It should not be placed on the keyboard, but only on the Mac itself, for electrical tension reasons. The problem might come from there.  On the other hand, this key is indeed advertised for USB1 and USB2 ports. But with USB1, in the case of your Mac, the speed will really not be good.  Here is what you should have bought and set up (easy): https://www.apple.com/fr/search/Carte-AirPort-Extreme?rdt=redirectionFromProductPage&tab=accessories https://support.apple.com/fr-fr/HT2993  Best regards -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2ghz 2Go - OS 10.5.5

heureincertaine · Answer

Thank you for your help, but two clarifications:  1 - I have indeed plugged the Bluestorck key into a USB port on the sunflower iMac stand and not on the keyboard. The key is blinking well. But, basically, that's all.  2 - Regarding the solution you suggested (Airport Extreme card), I still have a question about the compatibility of this card with the sunflower Mac. When looking at the tutorial you sent me and the Airport Extreme card, I don't get the feeling that the card can fit into the designated slot. As you might know, the Airport Extreme card replaces the Airport card (which is no longer sold). Are we sure that the Extreme card fits into the slot of the old sunflower?  Thank you for your clarifications. Best regards Heureicertaine

Anonymous user · Answer

Good evening,  You have the Mac that follows the 1GHz model with USB1 ports. I had this 17" iMac - 1 GHz; it was the first generation of Extreme Airport Ready iMacs. Yours is more recent, and therefore definitely compatible with the Extreme Airport card. This is confirmed by the utility MacTracker, as well as the specs page for your Mac. here: https://support.apple.com/kb/SP94?locale=en_US  On the other hand, I myself installed this card on this iMac, it was a real piece of cake. The adapter that you see on the page I sent you didn't concern me, by the way.  Believe me, it's the best solution.  Why this problem with this USB key? I don't know - I checked, and your Mac already has USB2 ports, so the issue doesn't come from that. Perhaps you need to activate the Wi-Fi mode somewhere.  For the Airport card, it is possible to activate/deactivate the Wi-Fi mode with one click, from the menu bar.  If you do not have the Airport icon in the menu bar, go here: Hard Drive / System / Library / CoreServices / Menu Extras and double-click on the "Airport" file. You can take this opportunity to add all the desired icons to the menu bar of the Finder. If you wish to remove an icon added by mistake, simply drag it out of the menu bar while holding down the Command key.  Will activating Airport activate your USB key? I don't know, it's worth testing...  Best regards -- Sanspseudo - Francis iMac G5 2GHz 2GB - OS 10.5.5

heureincertaine · Answer

Good evening   thank you for this information, even though it took me a little while to respond.  That said, I followed your advice. I had the USB wifi key returned to MacWay, from whom I had bought it  and they gave me a credit for the airport extreme card.  In the meantime, they had sent me a procedure for this key, but it was such a hassle to get it working that I gave up!  I checked on Apple's website that my iMac G4 is indeed from the latest generation (USB 2) and that it is airport ready!  At the same time, since it will be open for the installation of the airport card, I am going to add a 512 MB memory stick.  So this weekend, I will install all of this.  Thank you again for your very valuable advice.

roby · Answer

Hello I have a G5 quad-core 2.4 and I need a relay to have internet. The D-Link key seems like a good compromise given that I don't have an Airport card installed and Apple no longer sells them for these models. A reseller told me that it needs to be installed by a professional. Anyway, could you tell me where you bought your key and at what price, please? The reseller told me that it needs to be compatible with Mac OS (marked on the box) and I can't find that He offers it to me for 60 euros and I find that expensive? Thank you in advance.

cyril · Answer

You scare me, I just bought a Bluestork key from MacWay for my eMac (OSX 10.4.11).  It is rated 10/10 by all users????  The D-LINK keys are apparently useless too, so no solution!  In the end, the best option is an AirPort card!  I'll keep you posted when I receive my Bluestork key?  Cyril

carbone2 · Answer

Hi Cyril, what are the performance of your eMac because I also have one with a G4 1GHz processor and 1GB RAM -- I really like to make FRIENDS!!!! CARBON two

Cyril · Answer

Hi,  My emac is great. The kids love it.  I couldn't get my Bluestork key to work, so I'm ultimately using an Airport card.  I replaced my CD drive with a Sony internal DVD burner that’s normally reserved for PCs. I installed a patch and it works like a Superdrive. So it's great for iDVD.  Today, I'm hesitating to upgrade it to 10.5.  For the kids, I'm also running Windows 95 with Qemu and DosBox for Poucepouce and Worms games.  That's it, the iLife 08 suite (iMovie 06 is better) really entertains us for editing vacation movies... etc...  Nothing more to add...   Best regards.  Cyril

maczen · Answer

Hello does anyone have a solution to get Wi-Fi on my mini Mac? I can't find a compatible Wi-Fi dongle. Thanks in advance.

Anonymous user · Answer

Hello,  Have you read this discussion??  See the answer already given above: https://forums.commentcamarche.net/forum/affich-3241821-cle-wifi-sur-mac-os-x#11  And note that today, you have to buy this Airport Extreme card on the second-hand market, as Apple no longer sells it.  Have a good day

debutant · Answer

Bjr. Is it possible: 1. to install OS X 10.6 2. Airport Extreme Wi-Fi card on an Apple Power Mac G4 - PowerPC G4 400 MHz - 384 MB SDRAM - 80 GB HDD? Thank you

MAC&#63743;USER · Answer

Ils sont chiants avec les G3, heureux possesseur d'un iBook Dual USB 12" chaque fois sur internet c'est son grand frère le G4 qui lui distribue internet par ethernet. Quelqu'un connaîtrait actuellement (2012) une clé wifi qui s'adapte bien sous mon Tiger ?

MAC&#63743;USER · Answer

They are annoying with the G3, happy owner of a dual USB 12" iBook. Every time on the internet, it's his big brother the G4 that shares internet via ethernet. Does anyone know of a Wi-Fi dongle that would currently (2012) work well with my Tiger?     By the way, mega UP

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