connecting iMac w/Airport to wireless network

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Just moved into a new home and I am making a valiant attempt to connect my girlfriend's G5 iMac to a wireless network (linksys WRT54GS) however I can't figure out how to see that network (or any of the others that I see on my WinXP laptop.)

Is it possible to connect in this manner and if yes, could someone please hold my hand and provide guidance?

Thanks!
David
 
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iMac 17" 1Ghz G4  iPhone 3G  10.5.5
  1. Assuming you have an Airport card installed..
  2. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]From the Apple menu, select System Preferences.[/SIZE][/FONT]
  3. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Click the Network Icon.
    system_pref.gif
    [/SIZE][/FONT]
  4. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]In the Show: field, make sure that Airport is selected[/SIZE][/FONT]
    network_airport.gif
  5. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]In the By default, join: field, select Preferred Networks.[/SIZE][/FONT]
    network_airport1.gif
  6. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Click the plus (+) sign to add a network. You will then see this window:
    network_airport2.gif

    .Add the name of your Network or click down arrow for available networks.
    [/SIZE][/FONT]
  7. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]Click Apply Now.[/SIZE][/FONT]
  8. [FONT=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][SIZE=-1]The airport signal
    signal.gif
    on the top right corner of your window should now show connectivity and you should be able to use a web browser, e-mail or any other application that requires a network connection.[/SIZE][/FONT]
 
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Thanks for the direction.

When I get to step #4 the "By default, join" dialog box is grayed ot and says "A specific network" however I am unable to choose anything...I suspect that is where the problem is.

My router is very close and I have a neighbor's whose is quite close as well. Could I have an Airport problem???

Cheers!
 
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Are you able to select the "+" sign, at the bottom of the window? (to add a network)
If not, try running the AirPort Setup Assistant. (Applications/Utilities)
 
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Just figured it out: I was using Internet Sharing at the old location and once I turned it off and re-booted the iMac, I was able to see all available networks.

Thanks much for your assistance...it is greatly appreciated!
 

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