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Belkin
N Wireless Notebook Card
User Manual
F5D8013 v3
P75448-A
mk-OK 9/10/07

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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
3 Installing and Setting up the Card................................................................. x
A - Installation Process for Windows Vista ......................................................... x
Vista........................................................................................................................
C - Configuration ............................................................................................... x
4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility............................................... x
Network Status...................................................................................................... x
Available Networks ............................................................................................... x
Network Status and Solution Tips ......................................................................... x
Setting Wireless Network Profiles ......................................................................... x
Securing your Wi-Fi Network ................................................................................ x
Configuring your Card to use Security .................................................................. x
5 Troubleshooting............................................................................................... x
6 Information ...................................................................................................... x
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Notebook Card. Now you can
take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Configuring your Card to use Security ..............x 5 Troubleshooting....................x 6 Information ...................... x Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Notebook Card. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network...

  • Page 2: Benefits Of A Home Network

    • 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 10 feet from the wireless router (or access point) in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.
  • Page 4 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 Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access point) and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.

  • Page 5: Overview

    802.11b/g Wi-Fi products. • 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation • Integrated easy-to-use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility • CardBus interface, for operation in virtually any notebook computer • WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), or 128-bit encryption •...

  • Page 6: Applications And Advantages

    790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 6 of 56 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 300Mbps* Provides immediate high-speed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b/g products •...

  • Page 7: System Requirements

    • Installation Software and User Manual on CD-ROM Installing and Setting up the Card A. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: For information on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE CARD.
  • Page 8 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 8 of 56 Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the “My Computer” icon; then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the installation CD has been placed.
  • Page 9 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 9 of 56 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking “Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to select a default location. [insert 8011_Install_2.tif – to be updated 8/1]...
  • Page 10 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 10 of 56 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process. [insert 8011_Install_3.tif]...
  • Page 11 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 11 of 56 A window may appear a second time showing the message, “Windows can’t verify the publisher of this driver software”. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system.
  • Page 12 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 12 of 56 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear within 3–15 seconds. If it does, continue to follow the prompts. Select “Locate and install the driver software” to continue.
  • Page 13 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 13 of 56 A.10 You might see a screen similar to the one pictured below. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select “Install this driver software anyway”...
  • Page 14 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 14 of 56 A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the “Start” menu. (Insert screen shot) A.12 In the Control Panel, click on “View network status and tasks”. (Insert screen shot)
  • Page 15 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 15 of 56 A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on “Connect to a network”. (Insert screen shot) A.14 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click “Connect”. (Insert screen shot)
  • Page 16 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 16 of 56 A.15 Your Card will attempt to connect to the selected network. (Insert screen shot) A.16 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Click “Connect”...
  • Page 17 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 17 of 56 A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Card is in range. (Insert screen shot) A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made.

  • Page 18: B - Installation Process For Windows Operating Systems Other Than Windows

    IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE CARD. Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within up to 20 seconds. Click “Install Software” or “Next” to start the installation.
  • Page 19 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 19 of 56 Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the “My Computer” icon; then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the installation CD has been placed.
  • Page 20 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 20 of 56 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking “Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to select a default location. A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process.
  • Page 21 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 21 of 56 After the software installation is finished, a prompt will instruct you to insert the Card into your computer’s CardBus slot. The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3–15 seconds. If it does, select “Install the software automatically” and click “Next” to install the hardware.
  • Page 22 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 22 of 56 You might see a screen similar to this one. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select “Continue Anyway” and follow the on- screen instructions.
  • Page 23 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 23 of 56 B.10 The Wizard will now install your software. B.11 The installation is now complete. Click “Finish” to close the “Found New Hardware Wizard”.
  • Page 24 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 24 of 56 B.12 Click “Finish” again to exit the InstallShield Wizard.

  • Page 25: C - Configuration

    After restarting your computer, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the desktop screen. [KEEP THE ICON] Note: The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be found on the system tray. [KEEP] The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear.
  • Page 26 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 26 of 56 Select a network to which to connect from the “Available Networks” list and click “Connect”. [insert 8013_WNU_Current_Status_Connect.tif]...

  • Page 27: Accessing The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility From The Windows System Tray

    Installation is now complete. Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away. Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows task tray.

  • Page 28: Network Status

    790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 28 of 56 If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Belkin > Belkin Wireless Utility”. [insert 8013_WNU_Current_Status_Connected.tif] The WNU’s default screen is the “Current Status” tab. The “Current Status” tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks.

  • Page 29: Network Status And Solution Tips

    790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 29 of 56 This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and Network Type. Lost Wireless Connection If the current wireless connection is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to reconnect.

  • Page 30: Setting Wireless Network Profiles

    790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 30 of 56 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. [insert 8013_WNU_My_Connections.tif]...

  • Page 31: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network

    790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 31 of 56 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box. [insert 8013_WNU_Connect.tif] *Note: Types of security Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see the simple security screen.
  • Page 32 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 32 of 56 [insert: 8013_WNU_Connect_Adv.tif] Wireless 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. A hex key is a combination of letters, a–f, and numbers, 0–9.
  • Page 33 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 33 of 56 The following section, intended for the home, home-office, and small-office user, presents a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network. At the time of publication, four encryption methods are available: Encryption Methods: Name 64-Bit Wired...
  • Page 34 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. Encryption Keys After selecting either the 64-bit WEP or 128-bit encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key.

  • Page 35: Configuring Your Card To Use Security

    Page 35 of 56 To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router (or access point). For Belkin Wireless Routers (or Access Points), these security features can be configured by using the web-based interface. See your wireless router’s (or access point’s) manual for directions on how to access the...
  • Page 36 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 36 of 56 3. Advanced Configuration Method: For manual connection to a secured network. WPS uses WPA2 (described below) for encryption. It does not provide additional security. Instead, it standardizes the method for securing your wireless network. On your client utility, WPS-enabled networks are denoted with the key icon.
  • Page 37 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 37 of 56 If the process is started from the client, you will see this message: The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes. PIN: Your notebook computer has an 8-digit PIN that is associated with WPS. Select the WPS-enabled network and click “Connect”...
  • Page 38 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 38 of 56 The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes. If desired, you may connect manually to a WPS-enabled network. Click on the “Advanced” tab to open the following window:...
  • Page 39 WPS. The Belkin N Wireless Notebook Card supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled.
  • Page 40 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 40 of 56 A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key [insert UCUI-Connect2aSecureNetwork-Adv.tif] [Add AF0F4BC3D4 to the Encryption key box] 3.
  • Page 41 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 41 of 56 WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Please record the key prior to applying changes in the wireless router (or access point).
  • Page 42 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 42 of 56 3. Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) 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 (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client.
  • Page 43 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 43 of 56 (no server) is typically used in home and small office networking. 1. From the “Network Authentication” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”. 2. Enter your network key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols.
  • Page 44 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 44 of 56 Wireless Networking Utility Options [insert 9010-8.tifKEEP] The “Options” tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. Wireless Networking Utility Help The WNU “Help” tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, one-click check for upgrades to updated versions of software, and advanced diagnostic tools.
  • Page 45 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 45 of 56 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. It provides an array of tests and connectivity services to ensure optimal network performance.

  • Page 46: 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’re using a Belkin Wireless Router, the lights should be as follows: •...
  • Page 47 2. 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 Wireless Card, the tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green): [Keep the same icon] 3.
  • Page 48 CD drive. If the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the “My Computer”...
  • Page 49 Card to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see “Securing your Wi-Fi Network” on page 19 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Data transfer is sometimes slow.
  • Page 50 From the “Status” tab, uncheck the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box. Once the box is unchecked, click the “Close” button to close the window. You are now using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to configure the Card. Card does not perform or connection is unstable when computer has a second built-in wireless network card (such as a mini PCI or Intel®...
  • Page 51 Page 51 of 56 This condition occurs if your computer has a built-in wireless card while your Belkin Wireless Card is also active. This happens because Windows must now handle two active wireless connections. You need to disable the built-in wireless card from your computer under “Network Adapters”...

  • Page 52: Information

    ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8013 v3, to which this declaration relates, This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause...
  • Page 53 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime Product Warranty...
  • Page 54 (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 for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with.
  • Page 55 790504_WN7312A-LF-AK_UserManua_Final version_1005-2007l.doc Page 55 of 56 the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser.
  • Page 56 +31 (0) 20 654 7300 +31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax © 2007 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Windows and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in...

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