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...Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista 14 C - Installation Process for Windows Vista 7 B - Installation Process for Optimal Performance 2 2 Overview 5 Product Features 5 Applications and Advantages...up the Adapter 7 A - 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...
...Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista 14 C - Installation Process for Windows Vista 7 B - Installation Process for Optimal Performance 2 2 Overview 5 Product Features 5 Applications and Advantages...up the Adapter 7 A - 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...
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...antennas as much as these are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). Other objects that can inhibit wireless communication can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that your wireless router's (or access point's) antennas are parallel to each other, and are... include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as possible. This may or may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on...
...antennas as much as these are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). Other objects that can inhibit wireless communication can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that your wireless router's (or access point's) antennas are parallel to each other, and are... include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as possible. This may or may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on...
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... Wireless USB Adapter 4 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. 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. however, this is important. These guidelines should allow you have ...
... Wireless USB Adapter 4 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. 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. however, this is important. These guidelines should allow you have ...
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....** *NOTE: The standard transmission rate-150Mbps-is the physical data rate. System Requirements • 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...
....** *NOTE: The standard transmission rate-150Mbps-is the physical data rate. System Requirements • 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...
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.... IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. then double-click on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: For information on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the icon... named "Installer.exe". 7 Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, ...
.... IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. then double-click on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: For information on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the icon... named "Installer.exe". 7 Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, ...
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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 operating system. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install 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 operating system. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install this driver software anyway" to continue. This DOES NOT indicate a problem.
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Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9 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.
Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9 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.
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Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you can choose 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.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you can choose 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.
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... up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. Installing and Setting up to start the installation. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into..." to 20 seconds. B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. then double-click on the icon named "Installer.exe". 14
... up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. Installing and Setting up to start the installation. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into..." to 20 seconds. B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. then double-click on the icon named "Installer.exe". 14
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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..." B.6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16 Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. This DOES NOT indicate a problem.
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..." B.6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16 Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. This DOES NOT indicate a problem.
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... Tray The WNU's default screen is not present, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the Windows task tray. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 19 If the icon is the "Current Status" tab. To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and ...right-click over the WNU icon on the desktop screen. The "Current Status" tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks. Using the Belkin...
... Tray The WNU's default screen is not present, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the Windows task tray. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 19 If the icon is the "Current Status" tab. To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and ...right-click over the WNU icon on the desktop screen. The "Current Status" tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks. Using the Belkin...
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... USB Adapter 20 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of a connectivity problem, this window can retry, view solution tips, or choose another network in the Windows task tray and more options ... "Available Networks" section. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. Available Networks This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, WPS-enabled connection,...
... USB Adapter 20 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of a connectivity problem, this window can retry, view solution tips, or choose another network in the Windows task tray and more options ... "Available Networks" section. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. Available Networks This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, WPS-enabled connection,...
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... Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: I can connect. The tray icon should be "WLAN". The window that router manufacturer's user guide. 2. Solution: If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should look like this is NOT the case, make sure: • The router... be on, and not blinking. • The "WAN" light should have the above characteristics, go to the Internet wirelessly. Open your Belkin Wireless Router's lights have a list of "Available Networks". If you are functioning correctly. If you can 't connect to number 2 below....
... Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: I can connect. The tray icon should be "WLAN". The window that router manufacturer's user guide. 2. Solution: If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should look like this is NOT the case, make sure: • The router... be on, and not blinking. • The "WAN" light should have the above characteristics, go to the Internet wirelessly. Open your Belkin Wireless Router's lights have a list of "Available Networks". If you are functioning correctly. If you can 't connect to number 2 below....
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... doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is poor. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. see your environment; Limiting the wireless transmit rate can improve performance and reliability. as walls and metal appliances. In... the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. In the "Properties" dialog, select the "Configure" button on the "General" tab (Windows 98 users will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are usually set to 200 feet. Experiment with is radio-based...
... doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is poor. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. see your environment; Limiting the wireless transmit rate can improve performance and reliability. as walls and metal appliances. In... the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. In the "Properties" dialog, select the "Configure" button on the "General" tab (Windows 98 users will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are usually set to 200 feet. Experiment with is radio-based...
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...2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Why are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. Step 2 From the "Status" tab, uncheck the "Use Windows to configure the Adapter. Problem: The Adapter does not perform or connection is managing ... card while your computer under "Network Adapters" in my system tray? This happens because Windows must now handle two active network connections. Which one do I use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status...
...2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Why are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. Step 2 From the "Status" tab, uncheck the "Use Windows to configure the Adapter. Problem: The Adapter does not perform or connection is managing ... card while your computer under "Network Adapters" in my system tray? This happens because Windows must now handle two active network connections. Which one do I use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status...
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... are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. and other countries. 8820-00050ea F6D4050 Windows, Windows Vista, NT, and Microsoft are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. All trade names are either registered trademarks..., United Kingdom Belkin SAS 130 rue de Silly 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France Belkin Iberia C/ Anabel Segura, 10 planta baja, Of. 2 28108, Alcobendas, Madrid Spain Belkin Italy & Greece Via Carducci, 7 Milano 20123 Italy Belkin GmbH Hanebergstrasse 2 80637 Munich Germany Belkin B.V. Boeing Avenue...