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Belkin F5D7051 User Manual

Wireless g plus usb network adapter, connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network
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F5D7051 Manual_20071012
Page 1 of 32
(Changes from P74471-D)
Belkin
Wireless G Plus USB Network Adapter
Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network
User Manual

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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
2 Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Applications and Advantages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Package Contents................................................................x
Step 1: Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Step 2: Connect the USB Adapter to your PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
5 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers.................................xx
6 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
7 Securing your Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
8 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
9 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    5 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers……………………………xx 6 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility..... xx 7 Securing your Wi-Fi Network ......xx 8 Troubleshooting.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    • 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 •...
  • Page 3 To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients,” (i.e. computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Cards, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that your wireless router’s (or access point’s) antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Overview

    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. Overview (header for section 2) Product Features The Wireless G Plus USB Network Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g...

  • Page 6: Applications And Advantages

    F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 6 of 32 • WPA security (Windows XP only), 64-bit WEP or 128-bit encryption • Wireless access to networked resources • Support for both infrastructure and ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes • Packet transfer rate of up to 54Mbps •...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    System Requirements • PC with one available USB port • Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista Package Contents • Belkin Wireless G Plus USB Network Adapter with Desktop Stand (and attached USB cable) • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD •...

  • Page 8: Step 2: Connect The Usb Adapter To Your Pc

    F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 8 of 32 1.2 The Belkin Wireless 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”. Next double-click on the icon named “Start.exe”.

  • Page 9: Uninstalling The Software And Drivers

    (Designer please use image found on P74471-C page 11) 3.4 A small icon in your system tray (bottom right corner of most screens) will appear. This is your shortcut to the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility. It also indicates the status of your connection:...

  • Page 10: Using The Belkin Wireless Lan Monitor Utility

    F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 10 of 32 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (header for section 6) To launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility, double-click the icon in the system tray (right side of taskbar). The window below appears. (Designer please use image found on P74845uk page 14) Double-clicking on the icon in the system tray will open the “Wireless Monitor”...
  • Page 11 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 11 of 32 Access Point (AP) List Tab To view a list of all available networks in your area, select the “AP List” tab. In this window, you will be presented with a list of the available networks.
  • Page 12 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 12 of 32 Pressing the “Refresh” (g) button will make the USB Adapter scan the “air” for available wireless networks. The list will be updated. Profile Tab: Creating a Profile Using profiles allows you to save configurations for different wireless networks.
  • Page 13 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 13 of 32 If the network is encrypted, you will need to have the network key and key type (open or shared). This information is the same as it is for your wireless router or access point. In a larger-office setting, this information is typically available from the network administrator.
  • Page 14 Adapter or you can use the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility. We suggest that you use the Belkin Utility to control your Adapter. If you choose to use the WZC, directions for operation of the WZC are available in the Windows XP help file.
  • Page 15 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 15 of 32 3. Clicking the “Configure” button will allow you to choose your Network Authentication type. (Designer please use image found on P74845uk page 24) 4. For home or small business users, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”.

  • Page 16: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network

    F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 16 of 32 Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WPA-TKIP WPA-AES Security Good Better Best Best Features Static keys Static keys Dynamic key Dynamic key encryption encryption and mutual and mutual authentication authentication Encryption Added TKIP keys security (Temporal...
  • Page 17 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 17 of 32 Setting up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to 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.
  • Page 18 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 18 of 32 On your client utility, WPS-enabled networks are denoted with the key icon. You may use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to your wireless network. Conceptually, the two methods...
  • Page 19 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 19 of 32 For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key (Designer please use chart found on P74845uk page 28) 3. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the Wireless Router (or Access Point) is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.
  • Page 20 F5D7051 Manual_20071012 Page 20 of 32 WPA (with server) Settings Choose this setting if your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients (network cards and adapters). This is typically used in business networks. 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA (with server)”.
  • Page 21 5. Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings. Setting up WPA for Wireless Adapters that are not Manufactured by Belkin For WPA wireless desktop and wireless notebook cards and adapters that are NOT manufactured by Belkin, which are not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a free download from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for...

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    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 are using a Belkin Wireless Router, the lights should be as follows: •...
  • Page 23 Adapter you have; however, any of the utilities should list “Available Networks”, that is, networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Belkin Wireless G or Wireless G Plus Router, “Belkin54g” is the default name. If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should be “WLAN”.
  • Page 24 Right-click on the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. Choose “Properties” and navigate to the “Device Manager” and see if your Adapter is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated, contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is blinking slowly; cannot connect to a wireless network or the...
  • Page 25 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 Belkin Technical Support. 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).
  • Page 26 It’s essential to know which utility is managing your Adapter. We recommend using the Belkin Wireless Setup Utility. To use the Belkin Wireless Setup Utility, follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select “View...
  • Page 27 Internet multimedia throughput sharing application *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com or www.belkin.com/networking. If you want to contact technical support...

  • Page 28: Information

    We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D7051 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may...
  • Page 29 • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 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 user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
  • Page 30 (except for shipping charges for the product). What is not covered by this warranty? All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin Corporation for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin Corporation determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with.
  • Page 31 Belkin Corporation reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin Corporation for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin Corporation, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment.
  • Page 32 +31 (0) 20 654 7300 +31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax © 2006 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. 54g is a trademark of Broadcom Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. The mark Wi-Fi is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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