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F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl
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Belkin
N Wireless USB Adapter
User Manual
F6D4050
F6D4050
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1 Introduction ........................................................................................................ 1
Benefits of a Home Network ................................................................................. 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network ....................................................................... 1
Optimal Performance ............................................................................................ 2
2 Overview ............................................................................................................ 5
Product Features .................................................................................................. 5
Applications and Advantages................................................................................ 6
Product Specifications ......................................................................................... 6
System Requirements........................................................................................... 7
Package Contents................................................................................................. 7
3 Installing and Setting up the Adapter ................................................................ 8
A - Installation Process for Windows Vista ......................................................... 8
Vista.................................................................................................................... 13
C - Configuration ............................................................................................. 16
4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility................................................... 17
the Windows System Tray .................................................................................. 17
Network Status.................................................................................................... 18
Available Networks ............................................................................................. 18
Network Status and Solution Tips ....................................................................... 19
Setting Wireless Network Profiles ....................................................................... 20
Securing your Wi-Fi Network .............................................................................. 20
Configuring your Adapter to use Security ........................................................... 25
5 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................... 34
6 Information ...................................................................................................... 42
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter. Now you
can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to
network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to
connect a notebook computer to your network. Please be sure to read through
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
6 Information ...................... 42 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to... -
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 6159 and 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. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning;...
- 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.
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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 • USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer with a USB 2.0 bus- power port • WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), or 128-bit encryption •... -
Page 6: Product Specifications
F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 6 of 6159 Offers the freedom of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 150Mbps* Provides immediate high-speed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b/g products •... -
Page 7: Package Contents
Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. Click “Next” to begin the installation process. [Insert screen shot] 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;... - Page 8 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 8 of 6159 placed. If the Installer does not start automatically, double-click on the icon named “Setup.exe”. The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process.
- Page 9 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 9 of 6159 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] A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process.
- Page 10 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 10 of 6059 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 11 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 11 of 6059 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Adapter. Your installation is now complete. (Insert screen shot) When the installation completes, click on “Finish”. (Insert screen shot)
- Page 12 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 12 of 6059 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear within 3–15 seconds. If it does, continue to follow the prompts. Select “Locate and install the...
- Page 13 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 13 of 6059 driver software” to continue. 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.
- Page 14 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 14 of 6059 Next, a screen appears indicating that hardware installation is taking place; then, another indicates that the process is complete. A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the “Start”...
- Page 15 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 15 of 6059 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 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 16 of 6059 A.15 Your Adapter 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 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 17 of 6059 A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Adapter is in range. (Insert screen shot) A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made.
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Page 18: B - Installation Process For Windows Operating Systems Other Than Windows Vista
IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. 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 Page 19 of 6059 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 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 20 of 6059 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking “Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to select a default location.
- Page 21 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 21 of 6059 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process.
- Page 22 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 22 of 6059 After the software installation is finished, the message “Please plug in your USB Adapter now” will appear. Connect the Adapter to your computer. (Please insert image of Adapter insert into laptop) The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3–15 seconds.
- Page 23 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 23 of 6059 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 24 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 24 of 6059 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 25 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 25 of 6059 B.12 Click “Finish” again to exit the InstallShield Wizard.
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Page 26: 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. The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. - Page 27 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 27 of 6059 Select a network to which to connect from the “Available Networks” list and click “Connect”.
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Page 28: 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... -
Page 29: Network Status
6059 [KEEP] [KEEP] If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Belkin > N1 Wireless USB Network Adapter > Belkin Wireless Networking Utility”. [insert 8011_WNU_Current_Status_Connected.tif] – use the same screenshot The WNU’s default screen is the “Current Status” tab. The “Current Status” tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks. -
Page 30: Available Networks
F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 30 of 6059 Available Networks 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 31: Setting Wireless Network Profiles
F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 31 of 6059 To further understand the current Network Status, click “Open Wireless Utility”. The default screen will be the “Current Status” tab and the “Network Status” section determines which connections are good and/or faulty. The WNU also features a “Solution Tips”... -
Page 32: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network
F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 32 of 6059 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. *Note: Types of security... - Page 33 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 33 of 6059 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). Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a less secure, but more widely adopted wireless security protocol.
- Page 34 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 34 of 6059 check your wireless adapter’s user manual to check if it supports WPA. Instead of a hex key, WPA uses only passphrases, which are much easier to remember. 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.
- Page 35 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.
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Page 36: Configuring Your Adapter To Use Security
6059 To start using security, you must 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 through the web-based interface. See your wireless router’s (or access point’s) manual for directions on how to access the management interface. - Page 37 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 37 of 6059 2. Push-Button Configuration (PBC) Method. 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 38 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 38 of 6059 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 39 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 39 of 6059 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 40 WPS. The Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled.
- Page 41 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 41 of 6059 To enable security, you will first must determine which standard is used by the router (or access point). (See your wireless router’s or access point’s manual for directions on how to access the security settings.) –...
- Page 42 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 42 of 6059 [insert UCUI-Connect2aSecureNetwork-Adv.tif] [Add AF0F4BC3D4 to the Encryption key box] – use the same screenshot 3. Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now must be configured with the same security settings.
- Page 43 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 43 of 6059 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select “WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9.
- Page 44 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 44 of 6059 3. Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. You must now configure each of the computers on your wireless network 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 45 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 45 of 6059 3. Click “Save” to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. Wireless Networking Utility Options [insert 9010-8.tifKEEP– use the same screenshot]...
- Page 46 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 46 of 6059 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 47 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 47 of 6059 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.
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Page 48: 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 49 3. The window that opens should have a list of “Available Networks”. Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) Router, “Belkin54g” is the default name.
- Page 50 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 51 Adapter to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see “Securing your Wi-Fi Network” on page 16 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Data transfer is sometimes slow.
- Page 52 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 Adapter. The Adapter does not perform or connection is unstable when computer a second built-in wireless network card (such as a mini PCI or Intel®...
- Page 53 6059 This condition occurs if your computer has a built-in wireless card while your Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter is also active. This happens because Windows must now handle two active wireless connections. You must disable the built-in wireless card from your computer under “Network Adapters”...
- Page 54 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 54 of 6059 Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart Wireless Enhanced N MIMO N1 MIMO Technology (802.11g) (1x1 draft (draft 802.11n (draft 802.11n 802.11n) with MIMO) with MIMO) Speed/Data Up to Up to Up to Up to...
- Page 55 F6D4050 V1000_User Manual_08121716030_P75451-A_F6D4050-v3000_N usb ADR_mnl Page 55 of 6059 sharing range *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment.
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Page 56: Information
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F6D4050, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject... - Page 57 Belkin warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of the product. What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty. Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for shipping charges for the product). What is not covered by this warranty?
- Page 58 Page 58 of 6059 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 59 DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state.
- Page 60 +31 (0) 20 654 7300 +31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax © 2008 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...
- Page 61 Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC: EN 60950-1: 2001 Safety of information technology equipment EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)
- Page 62 Hereby, [BELKIN], declares that this [Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter] is in compliance with English the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Por medio de la presente [BELKIN] declara que el [Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter] cumple Español con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la [Spanish] Directiva 1999/5/CE.
- Page 63 [BELKIN] izjavlja, da je ta [Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter] v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in Slovensko [Slovenian] ostalimi relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES. [BELKIN] týmto vyhlasuje, že [Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter] spĺňa základné požiadavky a Slovensky všetky príslušné ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.