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Belkin F6D301 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Connect your notebook computer to a wireless network User Manual User Manual Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Network Card ������������ � � � ����������� ������������ � � � ����������� � � � ������������������������ ���� � � �������� ��� ���������������� ���� �...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step 3: Connect to a Network ......11 4. Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility ....12 How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility .

  • Page 3: Placement Of Your Wireless Networking Hardware

    Card features eXtended Range XR the coverage area of standard 802.11g and 802.11a networks when used with XR routers. Belkin’s easy installation and setup will have your network up in minutes. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement...

  • 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 Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets •...
  • Page 6 These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your router (or access point). Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important.
  • Page 7 Introduction For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at: Europe: Australia: New Zealand: Singapore: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 00 800 223 55 460 1800 235 546 0800 235 546 800 616 1790...

  • Page 8: Overview

    Overview Overview Product Features The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g standards in order to communicate with other 802.11a- and 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 108Mbps. The Card is compatible with 802.11b devices at 11Mbps. 802.11g and 802.11b products operate on the same 2.4GHz frequency and 802.11a operates on the 5.0GHz band.

  • Page 9: Applications And Advantages

    Overview Applications and Advantages Wireless roaming with a desktop around the home or office • Offers the freedom of networking without cables. • Compatibility with 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products Compatible with existing Wi-Fi products that display the Wi-Fi mark. •...

  • Page 10: System Requirements

    The part of the Card that fits into your computer’s CardBus slot. System Requirements • PC-compatible laptop with one available CardBus slot • Windows ® 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP Package Contents • Belkin Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Network Card • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD • User Manual...

  • Page 11: Installing And Setting Up The Card

    CD has been placed in. Double-click on the folder named “files” then double-click on the icon named “setup.exe”. Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Belkin Setup Utility screen will automatically appear. (This may take 15-20 seconds to appear.) Click “Install” to start the installation.

  • Page 12: Step 2: Insert The Card

    Installing and Setting Up the Card Step 2 Insert Insert the Card into your Computer You will be prompted to remove the CD and insert your Card. To do so, remove the CD from the CD-ROM drive and insert the Card, label side UP, into your computer’s CardBus slot firmly until it stops.

  • Page 13: Step 3: Connect To A Network

    Connect to a Network Using the Wireless Network Utility Double-click on the “Signal Indicator” icon located in the lower right corner of your screen (in the system tray) to bring up the Belkin Wireless Network Utility. If the “Signal Indicator” icon does not appear, double-click on the Belkin Wireless Network Utility shortcut icon on your desktop window.

  • Page 14: Using The Belkin Wireless Network Utility

    You can also double-click on the Wireless Network Utility shortcut icon on your desktop window. If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Belkin > Belkin Wireless A+G Network Utility” to bring up the Utility. Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection Click on the “Status”...
  • Page 15 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility (d) Channel Displays the channel the network is on. (e) Encryption Displays “Off” when encryption is disabled, “WEP” when either 64-bit or 128-bit is enabled, or “WPA” when WPA is enabled. (f) Link Speed Displays the data rate of the current connection.

  • Page 16: Finding Available Networks In Your Area

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Finding Available Networks in your Area Click on the “Available Networks” tab to display a list of all available wireless routers (and/or access points) in your area. To connect to an available network, click on the network you would like to connect to from the “Available Networks”...
  • Page 17 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility (d) Type Will display the network type of either “Access Point” if connected to a router (or access point) or “Ad-Hoc” when connected to another computer. (e) Band The wireless band the network is on.

  • Page 18: Setting Up Wireless Network Profiles

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Setting up Wireless Network Profiles Using Profiles allows you to save configurations for different wireless networks, for instance at home or at work without having to reconfigure your connection each time you connect. This allows you to quickly change from one profile to another profile without having to remember the particular settings of a certain network.
  • Page 19 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 2. The next screen you will see allows you to type in the name of the network you will be connecting to, the type of network it is, and optionally, set the data rate for that network. After making the selections, click “Next”...
  • Page 20 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 3. The next screen allows you to input security encryption settings for the network. If the network you are connecting to is not encrypted, leave the “Authentication Mode” in “Off”...

  • Page 21: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Securing your Wi-Fi Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from unwanted intrusion. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of publication, three encryption methods are available.
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 This is typically found in a business environment. For a list of Belkin wireless products that support WPA, please visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking. Most wireless products ship with security turned off. Once you...

  • Page 24: Setting Up Your Belkin Wireless Router (Or Access Point) To Use Security

    Use Security To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router or access point. For the Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) these security features can be configured by using the web-based interface. See your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) User Manual for directions on how to access the management interface.

  • Page 25: Wep Setup

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 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 26 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 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”...
  • Page 27 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 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. From the Security Mode drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”.
  • Page 28 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility WPA (with server) Settings Choose this setting if your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients (network cards). WPA (with server) is typically used in business networks.

  • Page 29: Configuring Your Belkin Wireless Card To Use Security

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security At this point, you should already have your wireless router or access point set to use WPA or WEP (see “Securing your Wireless Network” section of this manual). In order for you to gain wireless connection, you will need to set your Wireless Notebook and Wireless Desktop Network Cards to use the same security settings.
  • Page 30 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 2. Next depending on the WEP security settings the router (or access point) you are connecting to may be using, select “64 bits” or “128 bits” from the “Encryption” drop-down box and click “Next”...
  • Page 31 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 4. To begin using your new profile, highlight the profile name by clicking on the name one time, then click “Connect”.

  • Page 32: Wpa-Psk (No Server)

    Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-PSK (no server): To enable the security settings for the Card, you must select a network from the “Available Networks” tab or a profile from the “Profiles”...
  • Page 33 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 3. Next, enter the encryption key in the “Key” box. The key should match the key used in the router (or access point). Click “Complete” to save the security settings and the new profile.
  • Page 34 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-Radius Server or 802.1x: To enable the security settings for the Card, you must select a network from the “Available Networks” tab or a profile from the “Profiles”...
  • Page 35 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Step 3. Click “Complete” to save the security settings and the new profile. To begin using your new profile, highlight the profile name by clicking on the name one time, then click “Connect”.

  • Page 36: Troubleshooting

    Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items: Look at the lights on your Router. If you are using a Belkin Router, the lights should be as follows: •...
  • Page 37 If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (125HSM) 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 using a Belkin Pre-N Router, the default name should be “Belkin pre-N”...
  • Page 38 “My Computer” icon on your desktop. Choose “Properties” and navigate to the “Device Manager” and see if your CardBus Card is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Problem: Link LED does not come ON; cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet.
  • Page 39 Troubleshooting Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the Belkin Wireless Network Utility then click on the “Available Networks” window. If you do not see the network you are trying to connect to, click on the “Profiles”...
  • Page 40 36 for 802.11a. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region; see your router or access point user manual for instructions on how to choose other channels. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Problem:...
  • Page 41 It’s essential to know which utility is managing your Card. We recommend using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility. To use the Belkin Wireless Network Utility follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select the “Status”...
  • Page 42 Troubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and Pre-N? Currently there are four 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 43 Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Speed 11Mbps Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Compatible with 802.11g Depends on interference - typically 100–200 ft. indoors Mature – widely adopted 54Mbps 108Mbps Uses the uncrowded 5GHz band...

  • Page 44: Technical Support

    Troubleshooting Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546...

  • Page 45: 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 46 Information 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) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada.
  • Page 47 Information i t r c i f i f - f i t ™ ™ t i l i a i l e l i i t r c i f f i t i f - f i t f i t l i b y t i...
  • Page 48 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 49 +44 (0) 1933 35 2000 +44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax © 2005 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. The mark “Wi-Fi” is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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