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Verizon VZ4010 User Manual

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  • Page 1 User Manual VZ4010 Wireless G Notebook Card...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Step 3: Configure........11 4 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon ..12 Accessing the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon from the Windows System Tray .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Wireless G Notebook Card (the Card) from Verizon. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Card allows you to connect a notebook computer to your network.

  • Page 4: Optimal Performance

    10 feet from the wireless router in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. 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 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 • Large aquariums •...
  • Page 6 For more networking products from Verizon, 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 Card complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 54Mbps. The Card is compatible with all 802.11g devices as well as other 802.11b products at 11Mbps. 802.11g products operate on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b Wi-Fi products.

  • 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, higher-speed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b products •...

  • Page 9: System Requirements

    Overview (a) Link LED Lights up when the Card links to a wireless network (b) Activity LED Lights up when the Card is active (c) Card Connector Part of the Card that fits into your computer’s CardBus slot System Requirements •...

  • Page 10: Installing And Setting Up The Card

    Installing and Setting up the Card Step 1 Step 1 Install the Software Install the Software Important Note: Install the software before inserting the Card Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 1. 2 The Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) setup screen will automatically appear (may take 15–20 seconds to appear).

  • Page 11: Step 2 Insert

    Installing and Setting up the Card Step 2 Step 2 Insert Plug the Card into an Available CardBus Slot on your Notebook Computer During the install process, you will be prompted to insert your Card. Firmly insert the Card, label side UP, into your computer’s CardBus slot until it stops.
  • Page 12 Installing and Setting up the Card Hardware installation is now complete. Click “Finish” to close the wizard.

  • Page 13: Step 3 Configure

    Installing and Setting up the Card Step 3 Step 3 Configure Configure Use the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon After restarting your computer, double-click the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) icon on the desktop screen. The WNU screen will appear. Select a network to connect to from the “Available Networks”...

  • Page 14: Using The Wireless Networking Utility From Verizon

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon After successfully installing the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) from Verizon, configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away. Accessing the WNU 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 15: Network Status

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of the current network. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. In the event of a connectivity problem, this window can be used to determine the problem’s source (e.g.

  • Page 16: Network Status And Solution Tips

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Connection Failure Other options will appear during attempts to reconnect. To stop connecting, click “Stop” and to reattempt connection, click “Retry”. Network Status and Solution Tips To further understand the current Network Status, click “Open...

  • Page 17: Setting Wireless Network Profiles

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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. Securing your Wi-Fi Network ®...
  • Page 18 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon security screen. Click the “Advanced” button to see other security options (below). *Note: Types of security Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a less secure, but more widely adopted wireless security protocol.
  • Page 19 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon At the time of publication, four encryption methods are available: Encryption Methods: Name 64-Bit Wired 128-Bit Wired Wi-Fi Protected Wi-Fi Equivalent Equivalent Access-TKIP Protected Privacy Privacy Access 2 Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WEP...
  • Page 20 104-bit encryption. 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 wireless products from Verizon 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 21: Configuring Your Wireless G Notebook Card To Use Security

    Setting up your Wireless Router to use Security To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router. For Wireless Routers from Verizon, these security features can be configured by using the web-based interface. See your wireless router’s manual for directions on how to access the...

  • Page 22: Wep Setup

    Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption Select “WEP” from the “Data Encryption” drop-down menu. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually.
  • Page 23 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in your wireless router, 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.
  • Page 24 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Click “Save” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router is now set. Each of the computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.
  • Page 25 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Click “Save” to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. Wireless Networking Utility Options The “Options” tab on the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings.
  • Page 26 Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon 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...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    If you continue to have issues, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. If you are not using a Wireless Router from Verizon, consult that router manufacturer’s user guide. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen.
  • Page 28 “Available Networks”. Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Verizon 802.11b Router, the default name should be “WLAN”. If you are NOT using a Verizon Router, please consult your router manufacturer’s user manual for the default name.
  • Page 29 SSID. For more information about setting up an SSID, please reference your router manufacturer’s user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. Installation CD-ROM does not start Wireless Networking Utility.
  • Page 30 Card to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see “Securing your Wi-Fi Network” on page 15 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880.
  • Page 31 10 feet away from the wireless router. Please see the section titled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance” on page 2 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880. Signal strength is poor.
  • Page 32 Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s literature. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Verizon Technical Support at 888-604-5880.
  • Page 33 Troubleshooting Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one do I use? There are several features and advantages to be gained by using the WNU over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.
  • Page 34 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 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 Centrino ® ™ This condition occurs if your computer has a built-in wireless card while your Wireless Card is also active.
  • Page 35 Troubleshooting Technical Support You can find technical support information at Verizon.com/ networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 888-604-5880...

  • Page 36: Information

    Information Information Manufactured by Belkin 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, F5D7010 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 37 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 Verizon may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. •...
  • Page 38 Information Information Manufactured by Belkin This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication; if the product has been modified without the written permission of Belkin; or if any Belkin serial number has been removed or defaced.
  • Page 39 User Manual Wireless G Notebook Card Verizon Technical Support © 2006 Verizon. All rights reserved. VERIZON and the VERIZON Logo are trademarks of Verizon Trademark Services LLC. The 888-604-5880 mark Wi-Fi is a registered mark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. The “Wi-Fi CERTIFIED”...

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