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... 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 - 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...
... 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 - 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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... can include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in an upward direction. • In multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access point) on an... Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your network, as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If difficulties persist even at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may decrease. If your wireless router (or access point) itself...
... can include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in an upward direction. • In multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access point) on an... Access Point) Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your network, as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If difficulties persist even at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may decrease. If your wireless router (or access point) itself...
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... computers. Should you continue to have difficulty with 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. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 4 The simplest solution... settings so it to "go to sleep; For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. These guidelines should allow you use AOL through broadband provided by re-logging into the secure website. Secure...
... computers. Should you continue to have difficulty with 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. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 4 The simplest solution... settings so it to "go to sleep; For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. These guidelines should allow you use AOL through broadband provided by re-logging into the secure website. Secure...
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C C A B (a) Protective Cap The cap 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 ...
C C A B (a) Protective Cap The cap 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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... of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. A.2 Click "Next" to begin the installation process. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. If the Installer does not start automatically, double-click on ...the "My Computer" icon; 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 ...
... of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. A.2 Click "Next" to begin the installation process. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. If the Installer does not start automatically, double-click on ...the "My Computer" icon; 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 ...
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install this driver software". 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 anyway" to continue. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. This DOES NOT indicate a problem.
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 8 Click on "Install this driver software". 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 anyway" to continue. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. This DOES NOT indicate a problem.
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9 A.7 Click "Finish" to restart your computer. 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 Adapter. Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar.
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 9 A.7 Click "Finish" to restart your computer. 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 Adapter. Installing and Setting up message on your Windows taskbar.
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Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. The links on the left of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.14 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 have just established.
Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. The links on the left of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.14 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 have just established.
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... 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 "My Computer" icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING ...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.
... 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 "My Computer" icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING ...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.
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Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. 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. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16
Click on "Continue Anyway" to continue. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. 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. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 16
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...the WNU icon on the desktop screen. Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray The WNU's default screen is not present, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the Windows task tray. If the icon is the "Current ...Status" tab. 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...
...the WNU icon on the desktop screen. Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray The WNU's default screen is not present, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the Windows task tray. If the icon is the "Current ...Status" tab. 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...
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... the current network. computer, router, or Internet/modem). 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 will attempt to determine the problem...
... the current network. computer, router, or Internet/modem). 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 will attempt to determine the problem...
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..." light should be on. • The "Connected" light should be "WLAN". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 29 If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should be red or green): 3. If you are functioning correctly. If this (the icon may be ... can connect. Solution: If you are unable to connect to which you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) Router, "Belkin54g" is plugged in the system tray at the lights on or blinking. The window that router manufacturer's user guide. 2. If you can 't connect to number 2 below....
..." light should be on. • The "Connected" light should be "WLAN". Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 29 If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should be red or green): 3. If you are functioning correctly. If this (the icon may be ... can connect. Solution: If you are unable to connect to which you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) Router, "Belkin54g" is plugged in the system tray at the lights on or blinking. The window that router manufacturer's user guide. 2. If you can 't connect to number 2 below....
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... will be acceptable for you find the best one for instructions on how to choose other channels depending on the "General" tab (Windows 98 users will have the ability to limit the transmission rate. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 33 As a result, the typical indoor range... note that will cause signal degradation (metal is poor. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open "Network Connections" and double-click on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel...
... will be acceptable for you find the best one for instructions on how to choose other channels depending on the "General" tab (Windows 98 users will have the ability to limit the transmission rate. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 33 As a result, the typical indoor range... note that will cause signal degradation (metal is poor. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open "Network Connections" and double-click on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel...
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...Adapters" in wireless card while your computer has a built-in the Device Manager. It's essential to close the window. To use ? Solution: This condition occurs if your Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter is slow when computer has a built-in my system tray? You must disable the built... The Adapter does not perform or connection is also active. Step 2 From the "Status" tab, uncheck the "Use Windows to name a few. Which one do I use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in wireless network card (...
...Adapters" in wireless card while your computer has a built-in the Device Manager. It's essential to close the window. To use ? Solution: This condition occurs if your Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter is slow when computer has a built-in my system tray? You must disable the built... The Adapter does not perform or connection is also active. Step 2 From the "Status" tab, uncheck the "Use Windows to name a few. Which one do I use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in wireless network card (...
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... trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Windows, Windows Vista, NT, and Microsoft are trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. and other countries. 8820-00050ea F6D4050 Belkin Ltd. Express Business Park Shipton Way, Rushden NN10 6GL, United Kingdom Belkin SAS 130 rue de Silly 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France Belkin Iberia C/ Anabel Segura, 10 planta baja, Of...
... trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. Windows, Windows Vista, NT, and Microsoft are trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. and other countries. 8820-00050ea F6D4050 Belkin Ltd. Express Business Park Shipton Way, Rushden NN10 6GL, United Kingdom Belkin SAS 130 rue de Silly 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France Belkin Iberia C/ Anabel Segura, 10 planta baja, Of...