How to wireless sync!

Superaison · 11-13-2007, 10:05 AM

I'll post more information later!

Sync Your Zune Wirelessly

If you want to sync wirelessly, you'll need a few things:

An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless network.
A supported network authentication scheme.
The SSID (network name) of the wireless network.
The security key (also known as a passphrase) for the wireless network.
Your Zune device can store one wireless configuration at a time.

Set up
When you set up wireless sync, the Zune software searches your computer for a wireless profile. Zune will automatically locate the SSID and security key that your computer uses to connect to the network if:

You're using Windows Vista.
Your computer is wirelessly connected to the network.

If you're not using Windows Vista, or if your computer has a wired connection to the network (that is, it's connected to a wireless router with an Ethernet cable), your Zune device can scan for available wireless networks and present a list of the SSIDs it finds. Select the SSID of the network your computer is connected to.

Set up wireless sync automatically

Plug your Zune device into your computer.
Sign in to the Zune software and click Settings, Device, Wireless Sync.
Click Set Up Wireless Sync.
When the Zune software finds the SSID that your computer uses to connect to the network, select Yes, use this network.

To scan for a different network, click No, choose a different network. If your network doesn't appear on the list, try again or click Show Advanced Settings and manually enter your network settings.

Click Finish.
Set up wireless sync manually

Plug your Zune device into your computer.
Sign in to the Zune software and click Settings, Device, Wireless Sync.
Click Set Up Wireless Sync, Show Advanced Settings.
Type the SSID of your wireless network in the Wireless Network Name (SSID) field.
Select your network type.
Click Save Settings.

For help with manual configuration, see Troubleshoot Wireless Sync.
Sync automatically
Once you've configured Zune for wireless syncing, all you need to do is dock your Zune or plug it into a power outlet. After one minute, your Zune will begin syncing with your computer. It will remain wirelessly linked with your computer and sync any new content in your collection until you undock or unplug the device (or until you press cancel).

To sync content to your Zune automatically, the following conditions have to be met:

Your Zune must be docked or plugged in to a power outlet.
Your Wi-Fi network must be on.
You must be logged in to your Windows user account on the computer where the Zune software is installed. (The computer can be locked, but you must be logged in.) Of course, the computer also needs to be on the same network as your Zune.
No media can be playing on the Zune device.
The Zune device must be inactive for at least one minute.
Battery level must be at least 10 percent. If the battery gauge is red, automatic sync can't take place.
Sync manually
You also can start wireless sync manually from your Zune—whether the device is plugged in or not. After manually syncing, your Zune disconnects from the wireless network to save battery power.

Start wireless sync manually

Make sure your computer is on and you're logged in to your Windows user account.
On your Zune, select settings, wireless, sync now.
Your Zune displays status of the sync process, including:

Looking for network
Connecting to network
Connecting to PC
Preparing to sync
Syncing
Sync complete

11-13-2007, 01:30 PM

Great tut!

nbeerbower · 11-13-2007, 03:03 PM

This is the Microsoft tutorial on Zune.net. :P

Anyway, It works on the Zune 30. It's pretty neat that I don't need to use my cable to sync anymore.

jrsaysbiteme · 11-13-2007, 05:20 PM

what do you need to do the wireless sync? I have a wireless network but not a wireless router. The reason i have a wireless card is cause there is a isp 2 houses over that has open wifi. Can i use that? when i scan for networks nothing is found though.

nbeerbower · 11-13-2007, 05:48 PM

Unfortunately, I think you need a wireless router.

Here's a video I made.

I didn't really show it off to it's full glory but whatever.

YouTube - Wireless Sync With Zune 30!

Superaison · 11-13-2007, 06:41 PM

I still cant seem to do this because i have

Internet > Router > another wifi router

Internet > Router > Computer

It doesn't wanna work, zune software finds the router, but uhh, the zune can't connect. Oh well.

dubedition209 · 11-13-2007, 10:57 PM

mine just says conneting to pc and it sits on its ass

leesmann · 11-13-2007, 11:57 PM

Hey everyone, I had the 'Connecting to PC...' issue to.

After spending about 30 minutes on the phone with Zune support. I found what you need to do to make it work right. Here it is.

1. Goto services , in the adminstator section of control panel
Goto the bottom and make sure the services below are set to automatic and started
1. Zune Network Sharing Service
2. Zune Wireless Configuration Service
2. If you have windows Live OneCare installed, make sure the service OneCare Firewall is started, if it's not it will not let the zune connect to the computer.

Now restart the zune software and everything should work. Mine has worked everytime since I fixed these services. I had the OneCare firewall disabled and I couldn't connect. I did uninstall OneCare, and when I rebooted my computer the Wireless sync worked fine.

hwood1986 · 11-14-2007, 04:42 AM

I know this probably wont work.. but I thought i would give it a shot anyways. I am currently on a college campus and wanted to try out wirless sync but it wont work it doesn't even recognize the network.. i know i have to log in using VPN software and thought maybe that would be the problem.. let me know if ya'll have any ideas..

Thanks!

chasboots · 11-14-2007, 05:09 AM

I guess the time has finally come for my first post!

I am using an unsecured wireless network. For reasons I have been unable to determine, my Zune software is unable to detect the network even after I entered the SSID. I verified that all of the Zune services on the computer were started. Any thoughts? This is my first stop so I will continue to search and report if I get a response elsewhere.

luizhcoelho · 11-14-2007, 09:46 AM

When I try to conect to zune software, It says it's not avaible in my region.

I'm in Brazil. So if I can't conect in the service I will not be able to use the wireless sync?

thanks

Luiz H Coelho

nbeerbower · 11-14-2007, 01:10 PM

If you know your network's SSID, WEP/WAP then you may be able to do it manually under "Advanced Settings".

cdlowe · 11-15-2007, 01:08 AM

I've followed the instructions that everyone has posted - thanks! But I am still getting the error message when trying to sync wirelessly - Services are running and I have disabled Windows Firewall - still no luck.

Zune Information
V2.2 (1040)
Bootloader 425

I have also uninstalled the Zune software and reinstalled - Wireless configuration is correct - See network just not connecting to the PC - Windows XP SP2. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Quote:

Originally Posted by leesmann

Hey everyone, I had the 'Connecting to PC...' issue to.

After spending about 30 minutes on the phone with Zune support. I found what you need to do to make it work right. Here it is.

1. Goto services , in the adminstator section of control panel
Goto the bottom and make sure the services below are set to automatic and started
1. Zune Network Sharing Service
2. Zune Wireless Configuration Service
2. If you have windows Live OneCare installed, make sure the service OneCare Firewall is started, if it's not it will not let the zune connect to the computer.

Now restart the zune software and everything should work. Mine has worked everytime since I fixed these services. I had the OneCare firewall disabled and I couldn't connect. I did uninstall OneCare, and when I rebooted my computer the Wireless sync worked fine.

Death_blooms · 11-15-2007, 05:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by leesmann

Hey everyone, I had the 'Connecting to PC...' issue to.

After spending about 30 minutes on the phone with Zune support. I found what you need to do to make it work right. Here it is.

1. Goto services , in the adminstator section of control panel
Goto the bottom and make sure the services below are set to automatic and started
1. Zune Network Sharing Service
2. Zune Wireless Configuration Service
2. If you have windows Live OneCare installed, make sure the service OneCare Firewall is started, if it's not it will not let the zune connect to the computer.

Now restart the zune software and everything should work. Mine has worked everytime since I fixed these services. I had the OneCare firewall disabled and I couldn't connect. I did uninstall OneCare, and when I rebooted my computer the Wireless sync worked fine.

Ive tryed this but ime still stuck on connnecting to PC any other ideas

rodrima17 · 11-15-2007, 11:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Superaison

[/list]Start wireless sync manually

Make sure your computer is on and you're logged in to your Windows user account.
On your Zune, select settings, wireless, sync now.
Your Zune displays status of the sync process, including:

Looking for network
Connecting to network
Connecting to PC
Preparing to sync
Syncing
Sync complete

How do you log in to the Windows user account?

nbeerbower · 11-16-2007, 12:11 PM

When you start XP or Vista there's a log in screen. Make sure your logged in.

Gregory · 11-16-2007, 07:15 PM

Any 3rd party firewall on the PC?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Death_blooms

Ive tryed this but ime still stuck on connnecting to PC any other ideas

Super Person · 11-16-2007, 08:41 PM

Yay I set mine up

rodrima17 · 11-16-2007, 08:57 PM

I got mine working. First I changed the Service settings (see post #8) and included Wireless Portable Devices and Zune Shared Service as exceptions in Windows Firewall.

One strange thing, though. I can only get it to work when my computer is connected wirelessly to my network, it will not work when I connect thru an Ethernet cable.

Death_blooms · 11-17-2007, 02:23 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gregory

Any 3rd party firewall on the PC?

nope

11-13-2007, 10:05 AM	#1 (permalink)
Superaison Zuner Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 75 Reputation: 11 $zB: 31 Donate	How to wireless sync! I'll post more information later! Sync Your Zune Wirelessly If you want to sync wirelessly, you'll need a few things: An 802.11b or 802.11g wireless network. A supported network authentication scheme. The SSID (network name) of the wireless network. The security key (also known as a passphrase) for the wireless network. Your Zune device can store one wireless configuration at a time. Set up When you set up wireless sync, the Zune software searches your computer for a wireless profile. Zune will automatically locate the SSID and security key that your computer uses to connect to the network if: You're using Windows Vista. Your computer is wirelessly connected to the network. If you're not using Windows Vista, or if your computer has a wired connection to the network (that is, it's connected to a wireless router with an Ethernet cable), your Zune device can scan for available wireless networks and present a list of the SSIDs it finds. Select the SSID of the network your computer is connected to. Set up wireless sync automatically Plug your Zune device into your computer. Sign in to the Zune software and click Settings, Device, Wireless Sync. Click Set Up Wireless Sync. When the Zune software finds the SSID that your computer uses to connect to the network, select Yes, use this network. To scan for a different network, click No, choose a different network. If your network doesn't appear on the list, try again or click Show Advanced Settings and manually enter your network settings. Click Finish. Set up wireless sync manually Plug your Zune device into your computer. Sign in to the Zune software and click Settings, Device, Wireless Sync. Click Set Up Wireless Sync, Show Advanced Settings. Type the SSID of your wireless network in the Wireless Network Name (SSID) field. Select your network type. Click Save Settings. For help with manual configuration, see Troubleshoot Wireless Sync. Sync automatically Once you've configured Zune for wireless syncing, all you need to do is dock your Zune or plug it into a power outlet. After one minute, your Zune will begin syncing with your computer. It will remain wirelessly linked with your computer and sync any new content in your collection until you undock or unplug the device (or until you press cancel). To sync content to your Zune automatically, the following conditions have to be met: Your Zune must be docked or plugged in to a power outlet. Your Wi-Fi network must be on. You must be logged in to your Windows user account on the computer where the Zune software is installed. (The computer can be locked, but you must be logged in.) Of course, the computer also needs to be on the same network as your Zune. No media can be playing on the Zune device. The Zune device must be inactive for at least one minute. Battery level must be at least 10 percent. If the battery gauge is red, automatic sync can't take place. Sync manually You also can start wireless sync manually from your Zune—whether the device is plugged in or not. After manually syncing, your Zune disconnects from the wireless network to save battery power. Start wireless sync manually Make sure your computer is on and you're logged in to your Windows user account. On your Zune, select settings, wireless, sync now. Your Zune displays status of the sync process, including: Looking for network Connecting to network Connecting to PC Preparing to sync Syncing Sync complete

11-13-2007, 05:20 PM	#4 (permalink)
jrsaysbiteme Jr. Zuner Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 40 Reputation: 10 $zB: 11 Donate	what do you need to do the wireless sync? I have a wireless network but not a wireless router. The reason i have a wireless card is cause there is a isp 2 houses over that has open wifi. Can i use that? when i scan for networks nothing is found though. __________________ Canadian.....and proud of it

11-13-2007, 11:57 PM	#8 (permalink)
leesmann Zuner Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: USA Posts: 96 Reputation: 15 $zB: 0 Donate	Hey everyone, I had the 'Connecting to PC...' issue to. After spending about 30 minutes on the phone with Zune support. I found what you need to do to make it work right. Here it is. 1. Goto services , in the adminstator section of control panel Goto the bottom and make sure the services below are set to automatic and started 1. Zune Network Sharing Service 2. Zune Wireless Configuration Service 2. If you have windows Live OneCare installed, make sure the service OneCare Firewall is started, if it's not it will not let the zune connect to the computer. Now restart the zune software and everything should work. Mine has worked everytime since I fixed these services. I had the OneCare firewall disabled and I couldn't connect. I did uninstall OneCare, and when I rebooted my computer the Wireless sync worked fine. __________________ Killer Turtle Software --- Making Defunct Software work for you. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. I'm working on updating my website, so it will have everything I have worked on and news on what I am currently working on as well.

11-14-2007, 04:42 AM	#9 (permalink)
hwood1986 Zewbie Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1 Reputation: 10 $zB: 0 Donate	help with wireless sync I know this probably wont work.. but I thought i would give it a shot anyways. I am currently on a college campus and wanted to try out wirless sync but it wont work it doesn't even recognize the network.. i know i have to log in using VPN software and thought maybe that would be the problem.. let me know if ya'll have any ideas.. Thanks!

11-16-2007, 12:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
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11-13-2007, 01:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
lacrosse_man16 Posts: n/a $zB: Donate	Great tut!

11-13-2007, 03:03 PM	#3 (permalink)
nbeerbower Zuner Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 57 Reputation: 10 $zB: 1 Donate	This is the Microsoft tutorial on Zune.net. :P Anyway, It works on the Zune 30. It's pretty neat that I don't need to use my cable to sync anymore.

11-13-2007, 06:41 PM	#6 (permalink)
Superaison Zuner Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 75 Reputation: 11 $zB: 31 Donate	I still cant seem to do this because i have Internet > Router > another wifi router Internet > Router > Computer It doesn't wanna work, zune software finds the router, but uhh, the zune can't connect. Oh well.

11-13-2007, 10:57 PM	#7 (permalink)
dubedition209 Jr. Zuner Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: 209, NOR CAL, California, MEXICO Posts: 42 Reputation: 11 $zB: 0 Donate	mine just says conneting to pc and it sits on its ass

11-14-2007, 05:09 AM	#10 (permalink)
chasboots Zewbie Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 1 Reputation: 10 $zB: 0 Donate	I guess the time has finally come for my first post! I am using an unsecured wireless network. For reasons I have been unable to determine, my Zune software is unable to detect the network even after I entered the SSID. I verified that all of the Zune services on the computer were started. Any thoughts? This is my first stop so I will continue to search and report if I get a response elsewhere.

11-14-2007, 09:46 AM	#11 (permalink)
luizhcoelho Zewbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 2 Reputation: 10 $zB: 0 Donate	When I try to conect to zune software, It says it's not avaible in my region. I'm in Brazil. So if I can't conect in the service I will not be able to use the wireless sync? thanks Luiz H Coelho

11-14-2007, 01:10 PM	#12 (permalink)
nbeerbower Zuner Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 57 Reputation: 10 $zB: 1 Donate	If you know your network's SSID, WEP/WAP then you may be able to do it manually under "Advanced Settings".

11-16-2007, 08:41 PM	#18 (permalink)
Super Person Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: The Lost City of Atlantis Posts: 641 Reputation: 23 $zB: 0 Donate	Yay I set mine up __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 0 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

11-16-2007, 08:57 PM	#19 (permalink)
rodrima17 Zuner Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Guatemala Posts: 59 Reputation: 11 $zB: 1 Donate	I got mine working. First I changed the Service settings (see post #8) and included Wireless Portable Devices and Zune Shared Service as exceptions in Windows Firewall. One strange thing, though. I can only get it to work when my computer is connected wirelessly to my network, it will not work when I connect thru an Ethernet cable.

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