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Belkin F5D7050 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Wireless G USB Network Adapter Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network ����� ������� � �� ����� � � � ������ � User Manual ������� ������� F5D7050...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    5 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers ..... . 12 6 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility ....13 7 Securing your Wi-Fi Network .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    • Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another • Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat Advantages of a Wireless Network Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin wireless network: Mobility – you no longer need a dedicated “computer •...

  • Page 4: Placement Of Your Wireless Networking Hardware For Optimal Performance

    10 feet away 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 5 Introduction Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) 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 •...
  • Page 6 For more Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important.

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview Product Features The Wireless G USB Network Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 54Mbps or the faster G Plus. • 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation •...

  • 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 Compatibility with 802.11b products •...

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    PC with one available USB port • Windows ® 98SE, 2000, Me, or XP Package Contents • Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter with Desktop Stand (and attached USB cable) • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD • User Manual...

  • Page 10: Knowing Your Wireless G Usb Network Adapter

    Knowing your Wireless G USB Network Adapter Installing and Setting up the USB Network Adapter (b) Activity LED (a) Protective Cap (c) USB Adapter (d) Desktop Adapter Base (Optional Use) (a) Protective Cap The cap can be stored on the opposite end of the USB connector.

  • Page 11: Installing And Setting Up The Usb Network Adapter

    WARNING: Install the Software before Inserting the Adapter Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. 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 12: Step 2 Connect The Usb Adapter To Your Pc

    Installing and Setting up the USB Network Adapter Installing and Setting up the USB Network Adapter Step 2 Connect the USB Adapter to your PC After the software installation is finished, the message “You can plug in your WLAN adapter now” will appear.
  • Page 13 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: Red: No connection to a...

  • Page 14: Uninstalling The Software And Drivers

    You can insert the software CD and click on the “Uninstall” option in the menu, or you can go to the Windows Control Panel and select the “Add/Remove Programs” option. The Belkin Wizard will walk you through the removal process.

  • Page 15: Using The Belkin Wireless Lan Monitor Utility

    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility To launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility, double-click the icon in the system tray (right side of taskbar). The window below appears. Display of numerals 1 and 0 here indicates a connection. Status Tab When you see the Utility icon on your taskbar, you can control your USB Adapter through it.
  • Page 16 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (a) Current Profile String This indicates the name of the profile you are currently using, if any. If a question mark appears next to the text in this box, there is no profile set up for the network to which you are currently connected.
  • Page 17 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 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 18 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (d) Site Information When you highlight a network name in the AP list by clicking on it once, the detailed information about that network will be available here.
  • Page 19 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Creating a new Profile Click “Add” to open the new profile screen. Type in a name for the profile. The name can be anything you want. You should pick something easy to remember like “Work”, for your work network or “Home”, for your home network.
  • Page 20 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility We suggest that you leave the “Transfer Rate” box set on “Automatic” unless there is a specific need to change this setting. Click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 21 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility The next screen allows you to select the key input method: either Alphanumeric, Hexadecimal, or Passphrase. The method you choose will be determined by and should be the same as the method used by your wireless router or access point.
  • Page 22 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Enter the key in the “Key” box and select the key to use in the “Key Index” drop-down menu. This information should be provided by your network administrator.
  • Page 23 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility How to Find and Connect to a Wireless Network Open the “Wireless Monitor” window by double-clicking the icon in your system tray. Click on the “AP List” tab (a). This will display a list of all of the networks in your area.
  • Page 24 WZC are available in the Windows XP help file. When you first install the Adapter, the Belkin Utility will be enabled. If you want to disable the Belkin Utility in order to use the WZC, follow the steps below to disable the Belkin Utility.
  • Page 25 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Setting up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure that you are using “Windows Wireless Network Utility” by doing the following: Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection” and select “Properties”.
  • Page 26 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Introduction Clicking the “Configure” button will allow you to choose your Network Authentication type. For home or small business users, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”. Note: Select WPA if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server.

  • Page 27: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network

    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 intrusions. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of publication, three encryption methods are available.
  • Page 28 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. (See your wireless router’s (or access point’s) manual for directions on how to access the management interface.)
  • Page 29 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 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 Click “Apply Changes”...
  • Page 30 Securing your Wi-Fi Network Securing your Wi-Fi Network Click “Apply Changes” 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.

  • Page 31: Network" Screen. The "Advanced" Button Will Allow You To View

    Securing your Wi-Fi Network Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Router (or Access Point) that Requires a 64-Bit or 128-Bit WEP Key Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more options of your Adapter.

  • Page 32: Connecting Your Computer To A Wireless Router

    Securing your Wi-Fi Network Securing your Wi-Fi Network Under “Network Authentication” select “WPA-PSK”. Type your WPA key in the “Network key” box. Important: WPA-PSK is a combination of numbers and letters from A–Z and 0–9. For WPA-PSK, you can enter eight to 63 keys. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your wireless router (or access point).

  • Page 33: Ensure That The Check Box "Network Key Is Provided For Me

    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 Wireless Protected Access” is available.

  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    “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 35 If you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support. The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the AP list.

  • Page 36: For 64-Bit Wep, You Need To Enter 10 Keys. This Network Key

    “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 Internet.

  • Page 37: Access Point)

    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 on the next page.
  • Page 38 “Available Wireless Networks” window. Step 3 From the “Advanced” tab, uncheck “Use Windows to configure my wireless network”. Once the box is unchecked, click “OK” to close the window. You are now using the Belkin Wireless Setup Utility to configure the Adapter.
  • Page 39 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 for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps;...
  • Page 40 Troubleshooting Information Technical Support www.belkin.com or You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/networking . If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546...

  • Page 41: Information

    Information Information Belkin declares that F5D7050 ( FCC ID: K7S-F5D7050B ) is limited in CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in U.S.A. FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street,...
  • Page 42 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)
  • Page 43 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 44 +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. 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. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED”...

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