Configuring Your Belkin Wireless G Usb Network Adapter; To Use Security - Belkin F5D7050_v3 User Manual

Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility
Configuring your Belkin Wireless G USB Network 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 a wireless connection, you
will need to set your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use the same
security settings .
Changing the Wireless Security Settings
Your Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter is equipped with the latest
security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) and the legacy
security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) . It also supports
the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup
of a wireless network . WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as typing
in a Personal Identification Number (PIN) or pushing a button, to enable
users to automatically configure network names and strong WPA/WPA2 data
encryption and authentication .
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup
When attempting to connect to a WPS-enabled network, the following
screen will appear:
There are two WPS options available:
1.
Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, your Wireless
Adapter will generate a PIN to be entered into your router .
2.
Push Button Configuration (PBC) Method: Your Wireless Adapter can also
connect by using the software push button .
Manual Configuration Method: This section lists the default security settings
to be set up if not using WPS .
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