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1. Remove the screws behind your computer case that secure the computer
cover and remove cover.
2. Touch any metal part of the case to discharge static electricity, which could
damage your product or your computer.
3. Remove the Card.
4. Locate a different empty PCI expansion slot. It is usually white in color.
5. Confirm that the Card will fit into the slot you have chosen. Keep in mind that
the included antenna needs to be oriented with the top pointing up. If there are
cables and other connections in the way, try to pick the PCI slot that has the
fewest obstructions to correct the positioning of the antenna.
6. Remove the metal port cover from the back of the computer that corresponds
to the PCI slot you selected. If there is a screw, place it in a safe place, as you
will be using it to attach the Card to the computer later.
7. Push the Card firmly into the PCI slot that you have chosen. Apply pressure as
needed until the connector is fully seated.
8. Now secure the Card with the screw that you previously placed in a safe place.
9. Carefully screw the antenna onto the threaded connector on the Card. Turn
the antenna until it is vertical and pointing up.
10. Replace the computer's cover. Now that the Card is installed, you can
reconnect the power cord, and turn it back on.
11. The computer should now properly recognize the Card.
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; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps; and Pre-N works at
108Mbps. Pre-N, the precursor to the upcoming 802.11n release, promises speeds that
exceed 802.11g, and up to twice the wireless coverage area. See the following chart for
more detailed information.
Wireless Comparison Chart
Wireless
802.11b
Technology
Speed
11Mbps
Frequency
Common
household
devices such as
802.11g
802.11a
54Mbps
54Mbps
Common
5GHz—
household
uncrowded band
devices such as
Belkin Pre-N
600% faster than
standard
802.11g*
Common
household
devices such as
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