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...Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 24 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 24 Network Status 24 Available Networks 25 Network Status and Solution Tips 25 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 26 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 26 Configuring your Wireless...up the Adapter 8 A. Table of Contents Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Adapter to use Security 30 5 Troubleshooting 39 6 Information 46 N+ Wireless USB Adapter i ...
...Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 24 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 24 Network Status 24 Available Networks 25 Network Status and Solution Tips 25 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 26 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 26 Configuring your Wireless...up the Adapter 8 A. Table of Contents Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Adapter to use Security 30 5 Troubleshooting 39 6 Information 46 N+ Wireless USB Adapter i ...
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...your network to include devices such as files and hard drives among all the connected computers in your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. Please be sure to read through this great new technology and gain the freedom to another •...; No cabling required - Now you expand your home and office computers wirelessly. Benefits of a Home Network Your Belkin Home Network will allow you can take advantage of interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from...
...your network to include devices such as files and hard drives among all the connected computers in your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. Please be sure to read through this great new technology and gain the freedom to another •...; No cabling required - Now you expand your home and office computers wirelessly. Benefits of a Home Network Your Belkin Home Network will allow you can take advantage of interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from...
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... that your network is as close as the distance between your wireless router (or access point) and connected devices increases. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that is not operating at close... range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of ...
... that your network is as close as the distance between your wireless router (or access point) and connected devices increases. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that is not operating at close... range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of ...
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...on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer's information). N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless-enabled computers. • Unplug and remove the battery from the wireless router (or access point) and your wireless router (or access point) near devices that objects ... issues, and you have a cordless phone: • Try moving cordless phones away from any cordless phone that can inhibit wireless communication can include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-...
...on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer's information). N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless-enabled computers. • Unplug and remove the battery from the wireless router (or access point) and your wireless router (or access point) near devices that objects ... issues, and you have a cordless phone: • Try moving cordless phones away from any cordless phone that can inhibit wireless communication can include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-...
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...it to "go to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4 To change your power management setting in Windows, see the "Power Options" item in the... previous pages to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless...
...it to "go to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4 To change your power management setting in Windows, see the "Power Options" item in the... previous pages to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless...
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..., Science, and Medical) band operation • Integrated easy-to-use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility • USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at up to 300Mbps*. Overview Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Product Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE draft-802.11n specification to communicate...
..., Science, and Medical) band operation • Integrated easy-to-use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility • USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at up to 300Mbps*. Overview Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Product Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE draft-802.11n specification to communicate...
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... of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 300Mbps* Provides immediate highspeed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b/g products • Compatibility with 802.11b/g products The Adapter is backwardcompatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) products • Difficult-to...
... of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 300Mbps* Provides immediate highspeed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b/g products • Compatibility with 802.11b/g products The Adapter is backwardcompatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) products • Difficult-to...
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...2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • N+ Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with the Belkin utility only). Overview Table of Contents section 1 N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 3 4 5 6 (b) (a) (c) a) Power/Activity LED Lights when the Adapter is powered on Windows XP and 2000 systems with Installation Software and User ...(on and flashes when it is nonfunctional when using the Windows utility, including Windows Vista. (d) USB Connector Part of the Adapter that fits into your computer's USB port. (e) Desktop Stand Lets you move the...
...2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • N+ Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with the Belkin utility only). Overview Table of Contents section 1 N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 3 4 5 6 (b) (a) (c) a) Power/Activity LED Lights when the Adapter is powered on Windows XP and 2000 systems with Installation Software and User ...(on and flashes when it is nonfunctional when using the Windows utility, including Windows Vista. (d) USB Connector Part of the Adapter that fits into your computer's USB port. (e) Desktop Stand Lets you move the...
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...double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the "My Computer" icon; N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD... into which the installation CD has been placed. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. If the Installer ...
...double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the "My Computer" icon; N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD... into which the installation CD has been placed. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. If the Installer ...
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or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 A.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse"; N+ Wireless USB Adapter 9
or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 A.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse"; N+ Wireless USB Adapter 9
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 A.6 A window may appear a second time showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this operating system.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 A.6 A window may appear a second time showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this operating system.
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INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.7 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Adapter. Your installation is now complete. 4 5 6 A.8 When the installation completes, click on "Finish". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 11
INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.7 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Adapter. Your installation is now complete. 4 5 6 A.8 When the installation completes, click on "Finish". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 11
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... does, continue to follow the on-screen instructions. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar to the one pictured below. Select "Install this operating system. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is a problem. Select "Locate and install...
... does, continue to follow the on-screen instructions. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar to the one pictured below. Select "Install this operating system. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is a problem. Select "Locate and install...
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A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu.
A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 14 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 4 5 6 A.14 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 14 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 4 5 6 A.14 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 A.16 Depending on the security settings of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.15 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 A.16 Depending on the security settings of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.15 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. The links on the left of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. The links on the left of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections.
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...Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. Click "Install Software" or "Next" to 20 seconds. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. then double-click on the icon named "Setup..." icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the...
...Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. Click "Install Software" or "Next" to 20 seconds. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. then double-click on the icon named "Setup..." icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 B.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 B.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 19 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 B.6 After the software installation is finished, the message "Please plug in your computer. Connect the Adapter to your USB Adapter now" will appear.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 19 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 B.6 After the software installation is finished, the message "Please plug in your computer. Connect the Adapter to your USB Adapter now" will appear.