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Verizon VZ4000 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual VZ4000 Wireless G Desktop Card...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step 2: Insert the Card into an Available PCI Slot on your Desktop . . 9 Step 3: Use the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon ..11 4 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon..12 Accessing the WNU from the Windows System Tray .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Wireless G Desktop Card (the Card) from Verizon. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Card allows you to connect a desktop computer to your network.

  • Page 4: Optimal Performance

    10 feet from the wireless router in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning;...
  • Page 5 Introduction Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router 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 •...
  • Page 6 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 wireless networking products from Verizon, use the detailed site survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Product Features The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 54Mbps. The Card is compatible with all 802.11g devices as well as other 802.11b products at 11Mbps. 802.11g products operate on the ®...

  • Page 8: Applications And Advantages

    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 54Mbps Provides immediate wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b and 802.11g products •...

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    Overview (a) Link LED Lights up when the Card links to a wireless network (b) Activity LED Lights up and flashes when the Card is active (c) Card Connector Fits securely into your computer’s PCI slot (d) Antenna System Requirements •...

  • Page 10: Installing And Setting Up The Card

    Important Note: Install the software before inserting the Card. Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) from Verizon will automatically appear (may take 15–20 seconds to appear). Note: If the WNU screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the “My Computer”...

  • Page 11: Step 2: Insert The Card Into An Available Pci Slot On Your Desktop

    Installing and Setting up the Card Step 2 Step 2 Insert the Card into an Available PCI Slot on your Desktop Shut down your computer and disconnect your power cord. Remove the screws behind your computer case that secure the computer cover and remove cover.
  • Page 12 Installing and Setting up the Card Installing and Setting up the Card Carefully screw the antenna onto the threaded connector on the Card. Turn the antenna until it is vertical and pointing up. Replace the computer’s cover. Now that the Card is installed, you can reconnect the power cord, and turn it back on.

  • Page 13: Step 3 Use The Wireless Networking Utility From Verizon

    Installing and Setting up the Card Step 3 Step 3 Use the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Use the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon After restarting your computer, double-click the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) icon on the desktop screen. The Wireless WNU screen will appear.

  • Page 14: Using The Wireless Networking Utility From Verizon

    To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows system tray on the lower right-hand corner of your computer’s desktop. If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Verizon > Wireless Networking Utility”.
  • Page 15 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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, between the computer and router, and between the router and the Internet.
  • Page 16 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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...

  • Page 17: Setting Wireless Network Profiles

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon The WNU also features a “Solution Tips” section that provides troubleshooting guidelines. 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.
  • Page 18 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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).

  • Page 19: Wired Equivalent Privacy Wep

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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.
  • Page 20 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All wireless products from Verizon will support both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. Encryption Keys After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key.
  • Page 21 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) 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.

  • Page 22: Configuring Your Wireless G Desktop Card

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Configuring your Wireless G Desktop Card to use Security At this point, you should already have your wireless router set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain a wireless connection, you will need to set your Wireless G Desktop Card to use the same security settings.

  • Page 23: Wep Setup

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption Select “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 24 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.
  • Page 25 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of the computers on your wireless network will now need to 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, you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client.
  • Page 26 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (no server) Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK (no server) is typically used in home and small office networking.
  • Page 27 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Click “Save” to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. Wireless Networking Utility Options The “Options” tab on the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings.
  • Page 28 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WNU Help The WNU “Help” tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, as well as advanced diagnostic tools. 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.
  • Page 29 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    2, below. If this is NOT the case, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. If you are not using a Wireless Router from Verizon, consult that router manufacturer’s user guide. Open your Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.
  • Page 31 If you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to the wireless network, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of “Available Networks”.
  • Page 32 SSID. For more information about setting up an SSID, please refer to your router manufacturer’s user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880.
  • Page 33 Card to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see the “Securing your Wi-Fi Network” section of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. Data transfer is sometimes slow.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one should I use? There are several features and advantages to using the WNU over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility.
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting 4. Locate a different empty PCI expansion slot. It is usually white in color. 5. Confirm that the Card will fit into the slot you have chosen. Keep in mind that the included antenna needs to be oriented with the top pointing up. If there are cables and other connections in the way, try to pick the PCI slot that has the fewest obstructions to correct the positioning of the antenna.

  • Page 36: Information

    Information Manufactured by Belkin Wi-Fi ® Interoperability Certificate...
  • Page 37 Information Manufactured by Belkin 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, F5D7000 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 38 Information Manufactured by Belkin This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
  • Page 39 Information Manufactured by Belkin Belkin Corporation Limited Five-Year Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for five years. 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 40 Information...
  • Page 41 Wireless G Desktop Card Verizon Technical Support © 2006 Verizon. All rights reserved. VERIZON and the VERIZON Logo are trademarks of Verizon Trademark Services LLC. The mark Wi-Fi is 888-604-5880 a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED” logo is a certification mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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