Belkin Network Card F5D8053 User Manual

N Wireless

USB Adapter

User Manual

F5D8053

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless USB Adapter. Now you

can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom

to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter

allows you to connect a notebook computer to your network. Please

be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special

attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Wireless Networking

Hardware for Optimal Performance”.

Benefits of a Home Network

Your Belkin Home Network will allow you to:

• Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in

your home

• Share resources, such as files, and hard drives among all the

connected computers in your home

• Share a single printer with the entire family

• Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures

• Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another

• Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat

Advantages of a Wireless Network

Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin wireless network:

• Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—now you

can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your

wireless range

• Easy installation – Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple

• Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other networking

devices from anywhere in your home

• Easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let you

expand your network to include devices such as printers and

gaming consoles

• No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of retrofitting

Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office

• Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of

interoperable networking products

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Introduction

Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for

Optimal Performance

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer

is to your wireless router (or access point). Typical indoor operating

range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the

same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade

somewhat as the distance between your wireless router (or access

point) and connected devices increases. This may or may not be

noticeable to you. As you move farther from your wireless router (or

access point), connection speed may decrease. Factors that can

weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio

waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls.

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be

related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a

position between five and 10 feet from the wireless router (or access

point) in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist

even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network

performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from

functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at

its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.

1. Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point)

Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection

point of your network, as close as possible to the center of your

wireless network devices.

To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless

clients,” (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Adapters or Cards):

•

Ensure that your wireless router’s (or access point’s)

antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned

vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router (or

access point) itself is positioned vertically, point the

antennas as much as possible in an upward direction.

•

In multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access point)

on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible.

This may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on

an upper floor.

Try not to place the wireless router (or access point) near a

cordless 2.4GHz phone.

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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that

may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. Other objects that

can inhibit wireless communication can include:

•

Refrigerators

Washers and/or dryers

Metal cabinets

Large aquariums

Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows

If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that

objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path between your

computers and wireless router (or access point).

3. Cordless Phone Placement

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending

to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

•

Try moving cordless phones away from the wireless router

(or access point) and your wireless-enabled computers.

•

Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone

that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s

information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may

be interfering.

•

If your phone supports channel selection, change the

channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your

wireless network as possible. For example, change the

phone to channel 1 and move your wireless router (or

access point) to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary

depending on your region.) See your phone’s user manual for

detailed instructions.

If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz

cordless phone.

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4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network

In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as

apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless

networks nearby that can conflict with yours. Use the Site Survey

capabilities of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any

other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access

point) and computers to a channel as far away from other networks

as possible.

Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to

find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring

cordless phones or other wireless devices.

For more Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site

Survey and wireless channel information included in your

User Manual.

5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and

are used where security is important. Secure connections include:

•

Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to

connect remotely to an office network

The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online

(AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided

by another cable or DSL service

•

Most online banking websites

Many commercial websites that require a user name and

password to access your account

Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power

management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest

solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by re-running the VPN or

AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website.

A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management

settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate

for portable computers. To change your power management setting in

Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.

If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and

AOL, please review steps 1–4 in the previous pages to be sure you

have addressed these issues.

These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible

area with your wireless router. Should you need to cover an even wider

area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point.

For more information regarding our networking products, visit our

website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support.

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Overview

Product Features

The Adapter complies with the IEEE draft-802.11n specification to

communicate with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at up

to 300Mbps*. The Adapter is also compatible with 802.11g devices at

54Mbps as well as 802.11b products at 11Mbps. The Adapter operates

on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b/g Wi-Fi^®products.

•

2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation

Integrated easy-to-use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer

with a USB 2.0 bus-power port

•

WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy),

or 128-bit encryption

•

Wireless access to networked resources

Data rate of up to 300Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (802.11g),

or 11Mbps (802.11b)

•

Easy installation and use

LED power and network link/activity indicator

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Overview

Applications and Advantages

•

Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office

Offers the freedom of networking without cables

•

Connection rates of up to 300Mbps*

Provides immediate high-speed wireless connectivity at home,

work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of

existing 802.11b/g products

•

Compatibility with 802.11b/g products

The Adapter is backward-compatible with existing

Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) products

Difficult-to-wire environments

Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls,

or open areas where wiring is difficult to install

Frequently changing environments

Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange

or change locations

SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs

Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO

users need

Product Specifications

Host Interface:

USB 2.0

Operating Temperature: 32—140 degrees F (0—60 degrees C)

Storage Temperature: -4—176 degrees F (-20—80 degrees C)

Humidity:

Max. 90% (non-condensing)

Typical Operating Range: Up to 1,200 ft.**

*NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical data rate.

Actual data throughput will be lower.

**Wireless performance may vary depending on the networking environment.

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Overview

(a)

(b)

(c)

(d)

(a) Protective Cap

The cap is provided to protect the USB connector during transportation.

Remove the cap before inserting the Adapter to your computer’s USB

port or through the provided Desktop Stand.

(b) Power/Activity LED

Lights when the Adapter is powered on and flashes when it is active.

Part of the Adapter that fits into your computer’s USB port.

(d) Desktop Stand

Lets you move the Adapter away from interfering objects

around your computer.

System Requirements

•

PC-compatible laptop with one available USB 2.0 bus-power port

Windows^®2000, XP with SP2, or Vista^TM***

•

Package Contents

•

N Wireless USB Adapter

Quick Installation Guide

CD with Installation Software and User Manual

Desktop Stand

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

A. Installation Process for Windows Vista

***NOTE: At the time of initial release of this product, Windows Vista

drivers were not available for release and might not be included on the

CD shipped with your product. For information on updated drivers

for Windows Vista (if any), please visit the Belkin website at

www.belkin.com/support/vista.

IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING

THE ADAPTER.

A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

A.2 Click “Next” to begin the installation process.

Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within

20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the “My

Computer” icon; then double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the

installation CD has been placed. If the Installer does not start

automatically, double-click on the icon named “Setup.exe”.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the

installation process.

A.4 Select a destination folder for the

software installation by clicking

“Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to

select a default location.

A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you

know where you are in the

setup process.

A.6 A window may appear a second time

showing the message, “Windows

can’t verify the publisher of this driver

software”. This DOES NOT indicate a

problem. Our software has been fully

tested and is compatible with this

operating system.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

A.7 When prompted, turn off your

computer and plug in your Adapter.

Your installation is now complete.

A.8 When the installation completes,

click on “Finish”.

A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard

might appear within 3–15 seconds.

If it does, continue to follow the

prompts. Select “Locate and install

the driver software” to continue.

A.10 You might see a screen similar to

the one pictured below. This DOES

NOT mean there is a problem. Our

software has been fully tested and

is compatible with this operating

system. Select “Install this driver

software anyway” and follow the

on-screen instructions.

Next, a screen appears indicating

that hardware installation is taking

place; then, another indicates that

the process is complete.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the

Network and Sharing Center by first

opening the Control Panel from the

“Start” menu.

A.12 In the Control Panel, click on “View

network status and tasks”.

A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center,

click on “Connect to a network”.

A.14 In the next screen, select an

available wireless network and click

“Connect”.

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A.15 Your Adapter will attempt to

connect to the selected network.

A.16 Depending on the security settings

of your wireless network, you may

be prompted to enter a network

security key or a passphrase. Click

“Connect” after you have done so.

A.17 After connecting to the network,

you can choose to save this

network and connect automatically

when your Adapter is in range.

A.18 The Network and Sharing Center

now indicates the network

connection that you have just

made. The links on the left of the

window allow you to configure your

network connections.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than

Windows Vista

IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER.

B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer

screen will automatically appear

within up to 20 seconds. Click “Install

Software” or “Next” to start

the installation.

Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card

Installer screen does not appear within

20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by

double-clicking on the “My Computer”

icon; then double-click on the

CD-ROM drive into which the

installation CD has been placed. Then,

double-click on the icon

named “Setup.exe”.

B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the

installation process.

B.4 Select a destination folder for the

software installation by clicking

“Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to

select a default location.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know

where you are in the setup process.

B.6 After the software installation is

finished, the message “Please plug

in your USB Adapter now” will

appear. Connect the Adapter to your

computer.

B.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard

might appear in 3–15 seconds. If

it does, select “Install the software

automatically” and click “Next” to

install the hardware.

B.8 If the Found New Hardware Wizard

does not appear, click “Finish”.

B.9 You might see a screen similar to this

one. This DOES NOT mean there is a

problem. Our software has been fully

tested and is compatible with this

operating system. Select “Continue

Anyway” and follow the

on-screen instructions.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

B.10 The Wizard will now install

your software.

B.11 The installation is now complete.

Click “Finish” to close the “Found

New Hardware Wizard”.

B.12 Click “Finish” again to exit the

InstallShield Wizard.

B.13 Depending on which operating

system you are using, you might be

required to reboot your computer

for the changes to take effect.

Save your data and close all other

applications. Then, reboot.

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

C. Configuration

Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

C.1 After restarting your computer,

double-click the Belkin Wireless

Networking Utility icon on the

desktop screen.

Note: The Belkin Wireless

Networking Utility icon can also be

found on the system tray.

C.2 The Belkin Wireless Networking

Utility screen will appear.

C.3 Select a network to which to connect

from the “Available Networks” list

and click “Connect”.

Note: In order to see your available

networks, you must be near a

working wireless router or

access point.

Installation is now complete.

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

(WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a

few easy clicks away.

Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the

Windows System Tray

To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click

over the WNU icon on the Windows task tray.

If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Belkin

> N1 Wireless USB Network Adapter > Belkin Wireless

Networking Utility”.

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

The WNU’s default screen is the “Current Status” tab. The “Current

Status” tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks.

Network Status

This window displays the connectivity status of the current network. It

even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router

and Internet. In the event of a connectivity problem, this window can

be used to determine the problem’s source (e.g. computer, router, or

Internet/modem).

Available Networks

This window displays the available networks at the current location

as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and

Network Type.

Lost Wireless Connection

If the current wireless connection is lost, a window will pop up and the

WNU will attempt to reconnect.

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Connection Failure

Other options will appear during attempts to reconnect. To stop

connecting, click “Stop” and to reattempt connection, click “Retry”.

Network Status and Solution Tips

To further understand the current Network Status, click

“Open Wireless Utility”. The default screen will be the “Current

Status” tab and the “Network Status” section determines which

connections are good and/or faulty.

The WNU also features a “Solution Tips” section that provides

troubleshooting guidelines.

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Setting Wireless Network Profiles

The “My Connections” tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete

connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and network type.

Securing your Wi-Fi^®Network

If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of

security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box.

*Note: Types of security

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Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see

the simple security screen. Click the “Advanced” button to see other

security options (below).

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a less secure, but more

widely adopted wireless security protocol. Depending on the security

level (64- or 128-bit), the user will be asked to input a 10- or

26-character hex key. A hex key is a combination of letters, a–f,

and numbers, 0–9.

Wireless Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in

the wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters

support this technology. Please check your wireless adapter’s user

manual to check if it supports WPA. Instead of a hex key, WPA uses

only passphrases, which are much easier to remember.

The following section, intended for the home, home-office, and

small-office user, presents a few different ways to maximize the

security of your wireless network.

At the time of publication, four encryption methods are available:

Encryption Methods:

Name

64-bit Wired

128-bit

Wi-Fi

Equivalent Privacy Encryption

Protected

Access

Protected

Access

Acronym

Security

Features

64-bit WEP

Good

128-bit WEP

Better

WPA-TKIP

Best

WPA-AES

Best

Static keys

Dynamic key

encryption

and mutual

Dynamic key

encryption

and mutual

authentication authentication

Encryption keys

based on RC4

algorithm (typically WEP using a

Added security TKIP (temporal AES

over 64-bit

key integrity

protocol)

(Advanced

Encryption

Standard)

does not

cause any

throughput

loss

40-bit keys)

key length of

104 bits, plus

24 additional

added so

that keys are

rotated and

bits of system- encryption is

generated data strengthened

WEP

WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all Wi-Fi-compliant

wireless products. WEP gives wireless networks the equivalent level

of privacy protection as a comparable wired network.

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64-Bit WEP

64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes

a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data

(64 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 64-bit as 40-bit

encryption. Shortly after the technology was introduced, researchers

found that 64-bit encryption was too easy to decode.

128-Bit Encryption

As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more

secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit

encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional

bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware

manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption.

Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today

supports both 64-bit WEP and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you

might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All

Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit WEP and

128-bit encryption.

Encryption Keys

After selecting either the 64-bit WEP or 128-bit encryption mode, it is

critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is

not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless

networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another.

You can enter your key by typing in the hex key. A hex (hexadecimal)

key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For

64-bit WEP, you must enter 10 hex keys. For 128-bit WEP, you must

enter 26 hex keys.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key

C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key

Write down the hex WEP key from your wireless router (or access

point) and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your

Adapter’s configuration screen.

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WPA

WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features

of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless

equipment must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found

on your wireless vendor’s website. There are three types of WPA security:

WPA-PSK (no server),WPA (with radius server), and WPA2.

WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the

network key. A network key is a password that is between eight and

63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or

characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network.

Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment.

WPA (with radius server) works best in a business environment,

in which a radius server automatically distributes the network

key to clients.

WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for

encryption of data, which offers much greater security than WPA.

WPA uses both Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and AES

for encryption.

Setting up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point)

to use Security

To start using security, you must first enable WEP or WPA for your

wireless router (or access point). For Belkin Wireless Routers (or

Access Points), these security features can be configured through

the web-based interface. See your wireless router’s (or access point’s)

manual for directions on how to access the management interface.

IMPORTANT: You must now set all wireless network cards/adapters

to match these settings.

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

Configuring your Adapter to use Security

At this point, you should already have your wireless router (or access

point) set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain wireless

connection, you must set your N Wireless USB Adapter to use the

same security settings.

Changing the Wireless Security Settings

The Belkin N Wireless USB Adapter supports the latest WPA security

feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default,

wireless security is disabled.

To enable security, you will first must determine which standard

is used by the router (or access point). (See your wireless router’s

or access point’s manual for directions on how to access the

security settings.)

To access the security settings on your Adapter, click the “My Connections”

tab and point to the connection for which you want to change security

settings. Click “Edit” to change settings.

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WEP Setup

64-Bit WEP Encryption

1. Select “WEP” from the “Data Encryption” drop-down menu.

2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key

by typing in the hex key manually.

A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from

A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you must enter 10 hex keys.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key

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3. Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router

(or access point) is now set. Each of your computers on

your wireless network will now must be configured with

the same security settings.

WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security

settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily

lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your

wireless client. Please record the key prior to applying changes in the

wireless router (or access point). If you don’t remember the hex key,

your client will be locked out of the wireless router (or access point).

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

128-Bit WEP Encryption

1. Select “WEP” from the drop-down menu.

2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your

key by typing in the hex key manually. A hex (hexadecimal) key

is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For

128-bit WEP, you must enter 26 hex keys.

For instance:

C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key

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3. Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access

point) is now set. You must now configure each of the computers

on your wireless network with the same security settings.

WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security

settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily

lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your

wireless client. Please record the key prior to applying changes in the

wireless router (or access point). If you don’t remember the hex key,

your client will be locked out of the wireless router (or access point).

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WPA-PSK (no server)

Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK

(no server) is typically used in home and small office networking.

1. From the “Network Authentication” drop-down menu, select

“WPA-PSK (no server)”.

2. Enter your network key. This can be from eight to 63 characters

and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be

used on all of the clients (network cards) that you want to include

in your wireless network.

3. Click “Save” to finish. You must now set all clients (network

cards) to match these settings.

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

Wireless Networking Utility Options

The “Options” tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to

customize his or her WNU settings.

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Wireless Networking Utility Help

The WNU “Help” tab provides users with access to online and

telephone support, one-click check for upgrades to updated versions

of software, and advanced diagnostic tools.

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

Advanced Diagnostic Tools

The “Advanced Diagnostic Tools” section is the central control panel

for all the settings of the hardware and software components of

the wireless network. It provides an array of tests and connectivity

services to ensure optimal network performance.

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Troubleshooting

I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.

If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer,

please check the following items:

1. Look at the lights on your wireless router. If you’re using a Belkin

Wireless Router, the lights should be as follows:

• The “Power” light should be on.

• The “Connected” light should be on, and not blinking.

• The “WAN” light should be either on or blinking.

If your Belkin Wireless Router’s lights have the above characteristics, go

to number 2 below.

If this is NOT the case, make sure:

• The router’s power cord is plugged in.

• All cables are connected between the router and the modem.

• All the modem’s LEDs are functioning correctly. If not, see your

modem’s user manual.

• Reboot the router.

• Reboot the modem.

If you continue to have issues, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Router, consult that router

manufacturer’s user guide.

2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the

system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. The

tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green):

3. The window that opens should have a list of “Available Networks”.

Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect.

If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g

(54g) Router, “Belkin54g” is the default name.

If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should

be “WLAN”.

If you are NOT using a Belkin Router, please consult your router

manufacturer’s user manual for the default name.

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Troubleshooting

The name of your wireless network appears in

“Available Networks”.

If the correct network name is listed in the “Available Networks”

list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:

1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” list.

2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you must

enter the network key. Click “Connect”. For more information

regarding security, see the page entitled: “Securing your Wi-Fi

Network” on page 20 of this User Manual.

3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower

right-hand corner of your screen should turn green,

indicating a successful connection to the network.

If you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to

the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list

of “Available Networks”.

If the correct network name is not listed, check the SSID settings

to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling

on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the

Adapter to connect to the wireless router (or access point).

Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network,

double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless

Networks” screen. Click “Add” if you do not see the network

you are trying to connect to and type in the SSID. For more

information about setting up an SSID, please reference your

router manufacturer’s user manual.

If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin

Technical Support.

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Troubleshooting

Installation CD-ROM does not start Belkin

Wireless Networking Utility.

If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking

Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other

applications that are interfering with the CD drive. If the Belkin

Wireless Networking Utility screen does not appear within 15-20

seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the

“My Computer” icon. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive in

which the Installation CD has been placed to start the installation.

If the installation does not start automatically, right-click to select

“Explore”, then double-click on the icon named “setup.exe”.

Power LED does not come ON; Adapter is not working.

If the LED indicators are not ON, the problem may be that the

Adapter is not connected or installed properly. Verify that the

Adapter is plugged firmly into the USB port of your computer.

Check to see that the drivers for the Adapter have been installed.

Right-click on the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. Choose

“Properties” and navigate to the “Device Manager” and see if

your USB Network Adapter is listed without any errors. If an error

is indicated, contact Belkin Technical Support.

Link LED is blinking slowly; I cannot connect

to a wireless network or the Internet.

If your Adapter appears to be functioning properly, but you

cannot connect to a network or you have a red wireless icon

at the bottom of your screen, the problem may be that there is

a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your

wireless network properties.

Check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is

case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be

exactly the same in order for the Adapter to connect to the

wireless router (or access point).

Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available

network, double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the

“Wireless Networks” screen. Click “Add” if you do not see the

network you are trying to connect to and type in the SSID.

For more information about setting up an SSID, please reference

your router manufacturer’s user manual. If issues persist even at

close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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Troubleshooting

Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet.

If you have a signal but can’t get online or obtain an IP address,

the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the

encryption key settings in your computer and wireless router (or

access point). Check the WEP, WPA, or WPA2 key settings to see

if they match. The key is case-sensitive and the spelling on each

computer and wireless router (or access point) must be exactly

the same in order for the Adapter to connect to the router. For

more information about encryption, please see “Securing your

Wi-Fi Network” on page 20 of this User Manual.

If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin

Technical Support.

Data transfer is sometimes slow.

Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity

and the throughput performance between devices decreases

when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that

will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit)

are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result,

the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between

100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease

as you move farther from the wireless router (or access point).

In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we

suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to five to

10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point). Please

see the section titled “Placement of your Wireless Networking

Hardware for Optimal Performance” on page 2 of this User

Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact

Belkin Technical Support.

Signal strength is poor.