Connect Mac OS and Windows
In theory, Windows and Mac OS should get along easily via IEEE 802.11g/b standards. In pratice, however, there are usually problem with mixed networks. Apple often doesn’t work too well with alphanumeric security measures.
If the connection to your AP doesn’t work, first switch off WEP and WPA security features on your access point. When this is done, try to connect your Mac and your Windows PC again.
For 64-bit WEP Keys, you need 10 hexadecimal characters, whereas with 128-bit WEP keys you need to specifiy 26 of them. You can mix them randomly, although be aware that hexadecimal value only include digits from 0 to 9 and letters from A to F. A 64-bit WEP key might look something like 456F78E123.
If fixing the WEP key doesn’t help, then there’s a good possibility that the problem lies entirely with one of the systems configuration with your access point. If this is the problem, then the only possible solution you can find is with a firmware update. With a bit of luck, you’ll find the appropriate upgrade on the manufacturer’s website.
