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  • Page 1: User Manual

    Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a faster wireless network User Manual Wireless G USB Network Adapter ������� ���� ����������������� F5D7050...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Benefits of a Home Network ......1 Advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network ..1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom you need around the home or office without using cables. The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a conventional network adapter, but without the wires.

  • Page 4: Placement Of Your Wireless Networking Hardware For Optimal Performance

    To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): •...
  • Page 5 Introduction • 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 Router on an upper floor. • Try not to place the Wireless Router (or Access Point) near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.
  • Page 6 Introduction Introduction 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 Wireless LAN Utility to locate any other wireless networks (see page 16 of this manual), and move your Wireless Router (or Access Point) and computers to a channel as far away from other...
  • Page 7 Wireless Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, please go to the networking product section on (www.belkin.com/networking) for more details on Belkin’s Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website...

  • Page 8: Features

    Introduction Introduction Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g and 802.11b-compliant wireless devices. • 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation • Integrated, easy-to-use profile manager for storing multiple wireless network settings for work, school, home, or any other setup •...

  • Page 9: Product Specifications

    System Requirements • PC with one available USB port • Windows® 98SE, 2000, Me, or XP Package Contents • Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter with Desktop Stand • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD • User Manual USB 2.0 This product is compatible with the USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 specification.

  • Page 10: Knowing Your Wireless Usb Network Adapter

    Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Protective Cap Activity LED Blinking Green: Scanning Off: No Activity On: Connected to network USB Adapter Desktop stand (Optional Use) The cap can be stored on the opposite end of the USB connector. The cap snaps over the USB connector for protection.

  • Page 11: Installing And Setting Up The Usb Network Adapter

    WARNING: Install the software before inserting the Adapter Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter Setup Utility screen will automatically appear. If it does not appear within 15–20 seconds, then select your CD-ROM drive and double-click on the folder named “Files”.

  • Page 12: Step 2: Connect Your Usb Adapter To Your Pc

    Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter Step 2 Connect the USB Adapter to your PC For desktops: Product Placement The best location for your adapter is on top of your computer’s monitor. Placing the Adapter on your desktop is acceptable, however, avoid placing the Adapter near metal objects such as a computer case or speakers.

  • Page 13: Step 3 Let Windows Finish The Installation

    Windows 2000 or XP, you will see a window similar to this one. Click “Finish”. When the installation is complete, the Belkin Wireless Monitor icon will appear on your desktop. To open the Monitor Utility, double-click on this icon.
  • Page 14 Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter A small icon in your system tray (bottom right corner of most screens) will appear. This is your shortcut to the Belkin Wireless Monitor. It also indicates the status of your connection: Red: No connection to a wireless network Blue: Connected to a wireless network.

  • Page 15: Uninstalling The Software And Drivers

    You can insert the software CD and click on the “Uninstall” option in the menu, or you can go to the Windows Control Panel and select the “Add/Remove Programs” option. The Belkin Wizard will walk you through the removal process.

  • Page 16: Using The Belkin Wireless Lan Monitor Utility

    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility When you launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (the Utility), you will be presented with the screen below. The following small icon will also be present in your system tray. Double-clicking on the icon in the system tray will open the Wireless Monitor window.
  • Page 17 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (a) Current Profile String This indicates the name of the profile you are currently using, if any. If a question mark appears next to the text in this box, it indicates that there is no profile set up for the network you are currently connected to.
  • Page 18 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Access Point (AP) List Tab To view a list of all available networks in your area, select the “AP List” tab. In the window, you will be presented with a list showing you the available networks.
  • Page 19 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (d) Site Information When you highlight a network name in the AP list by clicking on it one time, the detailed information about that network will be available here. You will see what type of network it is (Access Point or Peer-to- Peer), what channel the network is operating on, status of encryption (security) On or Off, and below “Surveyed at:”...
  • Page 20 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Creating a new Profile Click “Add” to open the new profile screen. Type in a name for the profile. The name can be anything you want. You should pick something easy to remember like “Work”, for your work network or “Home”, for your home network.
  • Page 21 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility In the “Network Type” box, select the type of network you will be connecting to. Select “Access Point” if it is a network with a wireless router or access point (This is most common). Select “Peer-to-Peer”...
  • Page 22 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility After selecting the Authentication Mode, select the encryption type your network uses from the Encryption drop-down menu. Please see the section of this manual titled “Securing your Wireless Network” on page 26 for information on which type of WEP encryption to use.
  • Page 23 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Enter the key in the “Key” box and select the key to use in the “Key Index” drop-down menu. This information should be provided by your network administrator. TIP: Most keys use Key Index 1.
  • Page 24 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility How to find and connect to a wireless network Open the Wireless Monitor window by double-clicking the icon in your system tray. Click on the “AP List” tab networks in your area. Double-click on the network you want to connect to. A blue circle should appear around the network icon next to the name of the network you selected.

  • Page 25: Windows Xp Users

    WZC are available in the Windows XP help file. When you first install the Card or Adapter, the Belkin Utility will be enabled. If you want to disable the Belkin Utility in order to use the WZC, follow the steps below to disable the Belkin Utility.
  • Page 26 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure that you are using “Windows Wireless Network Utility” by doing the following: Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection” and select “Properties”.
  • Page 27 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility For home or small business users select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”. Note: Select WPA if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server, please consult your network administrator for further information.

  • Page 28: Securing Your Wireless Network

    Securing your Wireless Network Securing your Wireless Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from unwanted intrusions. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of publication, three encryption methods are available.
  • Page 29 Use Security To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router (or access point). For Belkin Wireless Routers and Access Points, these security features can be configured by using the web-based interface. (See your wireless router or access point manual for directions on how to access the management interface.)

  • Page 30: Wep Setup

    Securing your Wireless Network WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase”...
  • Page 31 Securing your Wireless Network 128-Bit WEP Encryption Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key manually by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. If you’re using a Belkin USB Adapter, the tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red, or blue): The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of USB Adapter you have;...
  • Page 33 Using a computer that is connected to the Wireless Router (or Access Point) via a network cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID” is enabled. If using a Belkin Router, this setting is found on the “Channel and SSID”...
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting For more information about setting up a SSID please reference your router’s user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is solid but 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 a mismatch between the Encryption key settings in your computer and router.
  • Page 36 Available Wireless Networks window. Step 3 From the Advanced tab uncheck Use Windows to configure my wireless network. Once the box is unchecked click OK to close the Window. You are now using the Belkin wireless utility to configure the wireless adapter.
  • Page 37 Troubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a? Currently there are three levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation 802.11(x), so named by the IEEE, the board that is responsible for certifying networking standards.
  • Page 38 Troubleshooting Technical Support www.belkin.com You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/networking . If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 666 040...

  • Page 39: Information

    Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is...
  • Page 40 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation may void the users authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 &...
  • Page 41 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its lifetime. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product.
  • Page 42 Tel: +44 (0) 1933 35 2000 Fax: +44 (0) 1933 31 2000 © 2004 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. 54g is a trademark of Broadcom Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S.

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