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Configuration 18 3 4 5 6 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 19 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 19 Network Status 20 Available Networks 20 Network Status and Solution Tips 21 Managing Wireless Network Profiles 21 Connecting to a Secure Wi-Fi Network 22 5 Troubleshooting 29 6 Information 36 Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter i Installation Process for Windows Vista 7 B - Installation Process...
Configuration 18 3 4 5 6 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 19 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 19 Network Status 20 Available Networks 20 Network Status and Solution Tips 21 Managing Wireless Network Profiles 21 Connecting to a Secure Wi-Fi Network 22 5 Troubleshooting 29 6 Information 36 Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter i Installation Process for Windows Vista 7 B - Installation Process...
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... hassle of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - This Adapter allows you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your network. Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple • Flexibility - you to connect a notebook computer to network your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter.
... hassle of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - This Adapter allows you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your network. Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple • Flexibility - you to connect a notebook computer to network your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter.
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...by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that your wireless router's (or access point's) antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router...Wireless Router (or Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your wireless devices is the problem. As you are not blocking the signal's path between five and 10 feet from functioning; Typical indoor operating range for your network, as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter...
...by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that your wireless router's (or access point's) antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router...Wireless Router (or Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your wireless devices is the problem. As you are not blocking the signal's path between five and 10 feet from functioning; Typical indoor operating range for your network, as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter...
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... a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. 4. Cordless Phone Placement If the performance of the available channels in your User Manual. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 3 If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering. • If your phone supports channel selection, change the... the Site Survey capabilities of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access point) to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary depending on your region...
... a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. 4. Cordless Phone Placement If the performance of the available channels in your User Manual. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 3 If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering. • If your phone supports channel selection, change the... the Site Survey capabilities of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access point) to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary depending on your region...
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...steps 1-4 in the Control Panel. For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. A second alternative is to change your computer's power management settings so it to "go to...), which causes it does not go to sleep; These guidelines should allow you need to access your wireless router. Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 5. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 4 Secure connections include: • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used where security is...
...steps 1-4 in the Control Panel. For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. A second alternative is to change your computer's power management settings so it to "go to...), which causes it does not go to sleep; These guidelines should allow you need to access your wireless router. Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 5. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 4 Secure connections include: • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used where security is...
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.... • 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...cables • SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 5 The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b products at up to 150Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (...
.... • 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...cables • SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 5 The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b products at up to 150Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (...
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... • PC-compatible laptop with one available USB 2.0 bus-power port • Windows® 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with Installation Software and User Manual Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 6 Overview Table of the Adapter that fits into your computer's USB port. (b) Power/Activity LED Lights when...
... • PC-compatible laptop with one available USB 2.0 bus-power port • Windows® 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with Installation Software and User Manual Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 6 Overview Table of the Adapter that fits into your computer's USB port. (b) Power/Activity LED Lights when...
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... of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the CD-ROM drive into your CD...
... of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the CD-ROM drive into your CD...
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install this operating system. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software anyway" to continue. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard will start the installation process. 3 4 5 6 A.4 A window may appear showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software".
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install this operating system. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software anyway" to continue. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard will start the installation process. 3 4 5 6 A.4 A window may appear showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this driver software".
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Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar. A.7 Click "Finish" to restart your Adapter. A.6 When the installation completes, you will see the following pop-up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.5 When prompted, plug in your computer. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9
Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar. A.7 Click "Finish" to restart your Adapter. A.6 When the installation completes, you will see the following pop-up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.5 When prompted, plug in your computer. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 10 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu. A.9 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks".
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 10 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu. A.9 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks".
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 11 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.10 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 3 4 5 6 A.11 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 11 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.10 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 3 4 5 6 A.11 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
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Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.12 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. 3 4 5 6 A.13 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you have done so. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 12
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 A.12 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. 3 4 5 6 A.13 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you have done so. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 12
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A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of the window allow you to configure your Adapter is in range. The links on the left of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.14 After connecting to the network, you have just established. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13
A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of the window allow you to configure your Adapter is in range. The links on the left of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.14 After connecting to the network, you have just established. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13
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... will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. Click "Install Software" or "Next" to 20 seconds. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking... Installing and Setting up to start the installation. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER.
... will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. Click "Install Software" or "Next" to 20 seconds. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking... Installing and Setting up to start the installation. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER.
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B.4 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. or, simply click "Next" to install to the default location. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 15 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.3 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
B.4 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. or, simply click "Next" to install to the default location. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 15 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.3 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
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Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. B.6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16 This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.5 A window may appear showing the message, "The software you are installing..."
Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. B.6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16 This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.5 A window may appear showing the message, "The software you are installing..."
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If it does, select "Install the software automatically" and click "Next" to restart your computer. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3-15 seconds. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 17 B.8 Click "Finish" to install the software.
If it does, select "Install the software automatically" and click "Next" to restart your computer. Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3-15 seconds. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 17 B.8 Click "Finish" to install the software.
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... the system tray. Configuration Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility C.1 After restarting your available networks, you must be found on the desktop screen. Note: In order to connect from the "Available Networks" list and click "Connect". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 18 C.2 The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. Note: The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be near...
... the system tray. Configuration Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility C.1 After restarting your available networks, you must be found on the desktop screen. Note: In order to connect from the "Available Networks" list and click "Connect". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 18 C.2 The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. Note: The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be near...
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... and Available Networks. To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the desktop screen. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 19 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away.
... and Available Networks. To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the desktop screen. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 19 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away.