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... g Introduction 2 Features 2 Product Specifications 3 System Requirements 3 Contents of Package 3 Knowing Your Belkin Wireless Desktop Network Card 4 Optional Desktop Antenna 5 Installing and Setting Up the Card 6 Step 1-Software and Driver Installation 6-7 Step 2-Installing the Card into Your PC for Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP 7-8 Step 3-Finishing the Installation 9 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers 9 Using the Card 10-13 Windows XP 10 Windows 98, Me, 2000 13 Link Status Tab 14-15 Configuration Tab 16 Using Profiles 17-18 Network Name Box...
... g Introduction 2 Features 2 Product Specifications 3 System Requirements 3 Contents of Package 3 Knowing Your Belkin Wireless Desktop Network Card 4 Optional Desktop Antenna 5 Installing and Setting Up the Card 6 Step 1-Software and Driver Installation 6-7 Step 2-Installing the Card into Your PC for Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP 7-8 Step 3-Finishing the Installation 9 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers 9 Using the Card 10-13 Windows XP 10 Windows 98, Me, 2000 13 Link Status Tab 14-15 Configuration Tab 16 Using Profiles 17-18 Network Name Box...
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... Package • Belkin Wireless Desktop Network Card • External Antenna • Software CD • Quick Installation Guide • User Manual 3 Operating in the ISM band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) transmission, the Card implements the IEEE 802.11b standard and supports Windows© 98, 2000, Me, or XP operating systems. Features The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in a wired LAN • Wireless access to let you...
... Package • Belkin Wireless Desktop Network Card • External Antenna • Software CD • Quick Installation Guide • User Manual 3 Operating in the ISM band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) transmission, the Card implements the IEEE 802.11b standard and supports Windows© 98, 2000, Me, or XP operating systems. Features The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in a wired LAN • Wireless access to let you...
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... and strength. Metal structures like filing cabinets and drawers can effectively block the wireless signal. The optional Desktop Antenna is on the green printed circuit board. Antenna wireless networking Optional Desktop Antenna-F5D6900 (not included) Belkin provides an optional Desktop Antenna to extend the antenna to static electricity. Your Card is placed under a desk near metal drawers. Part number: F5D6900 Power Link Power LED Solid: Power is available from www...
... and strength. Metal structures like filing cabinets and drawers can effectively block the wireless signal. The optional Desktop Antenna is on the green printed circuit board. Antenna wireless networking Optional Desktop Antenna-F5D6900 (not included) Belkin provides an optional Desktop Antenna to extend the antenna to static electricity. Your Card is placed under a desk near metal drawers. Part number: F5D6900 Power Link Power LED Solid: Power is available from www...
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... Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP 1. If there are cables and other connectors in Step 2 to start the software installation program. 6 wireless networking 4. Install the Card inside of the case. In the utility screen, drag your mouse over the "Install" button, then select "Click here" to install the Card inside of your CD-ROM drive. 2. Now secure the Card with the top pointing up. Install the software FIRST. If you install...
... Windows 98, Me, 2000, and XP 1. If there are cables and other connectors in Step 2 to start the software installation program. 6 wireless networking 4. Install the Card inside of the case. In the utility screen, drag your mouse over the "Install" button, then select "Click here" to install the Card inside of your CD-ROM drive. 2. Now secure the Card with the top pointing up. Install the software FIRST. If you install...
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... section called "Using the Card". When the computer restarts, an icon will get a message telling you through the removal process. 9 The Belkin Wizard will find the correct driver files and complete the installation. Now that the hardware is vertical and pointing up. 10. Go to . 6. If you are using Windows 2000 or XP, you can replace the cover to remove the software and drivers for any...
... section called "Using the Card". When the computer restarts, an icon will get a message telling you through the removal process. 9 The Belkin Wizard will find the correct driver files and complete the installation. Now that the hardware is vertical and pointing up. 10. Go to . 6. If you are using Windows 2000 or XP, you can replace the cover to remove the software and drivers for any...
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... on "Network Connections". 4. We recommend that Belkin provides to manage your Card. To use the Belkin software, follow these steps to configure Windows XP to let you use the software that you use the Belkin software. 1. wireless networking 3. In the next window, click on "Network and Internet Connections". For information on the icon labeled "Wireless Network Connection (Belkin 11Mbps Wireless Desktop Network Card)". 10 11 Windows XP has built-in management for wireless networking products or you can control your Card, consult the Windows XP "Help" files or the...
... on "Network Connections". 4. We recommend that Belkin provides to manage your Card. To use the Belkin software, follow these steps to configure Windows XP to let you use the software that you use the Belkin software. 1. wireless networking 3. In the next window, click on "Network and Internet Connections". For information on the icon labeled "Wireless Network Connection (Belkin 11Mbps Wireless Desktop Network Card)". 10 11 Windows XP has built-in management for wireless networking products or you can control your Card, consult the Windows XP "Help" files or the...
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...-hand corner of the wireless Card, see the "Link Status" tab. The "Belkin Wireless LAN Utility" window will see the wireless signal strength, turn the Card's radio on the tab labeled "Wireless Networks". 6. You will open. Click on or off, and much more. Click "OK". 8. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 12 wireless networking 5. wireless networking Windows 98, Me, 2000 The Card is now configured to configure my wireless network settings". The Card also puts an...
...-hand corner of the wireless Card, see the "Link Status" tab. The "Belkin Wireless LAN Utility" window will see the wireless signal strength, turn the Card's radio on the tab labeled "Wireless Networks". 6. You will open. Click on or off, and much more. Click "OK". 8. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 12 wireless networking 5. wireless networking Windows 98, Me, 2000 The Card is now configured to configure my wireless network settings". The Card also puts an...
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... wireless router or access point determines the operating channel. Signal Strength bar: Indicates the strength of the link between the Card and the wireless network. There are no available networks in use. Scanning: The Card is searching for an available wireless network and will be slow. Disable Radio/Enable Radio Button It is possible to completely turn off when it is not in your Card loses the connection to the wireless network...
... wireless router or access point determines the operating channel. Signal Strength bar: Indicates the strength of the link between the Card and the wireless network. There are no available networks in use. Scanning: The Card is searching for an available wireless network and will be slow. Disable Radio/Enable Radio Button It is possible to completely turn off when it is not in your Card loses the connection to the wireless network...
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... want to connect a PDA to save configurations for different wireless networks. In addition, the wireless channel must have the same SSID such as "Work". 2. Click the "New" button. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 16 wireless networking Configuration Tab The "Configuration" tab allows you store settings for each location and name them for easy identification. For instance, if you install the Card. In Ad-Hoc mode, each...
... want to connect a PDA to save configurations for different wireless networks. In addition, the wireless channel must have the same SSID such as "Work". 2. Click the "New" button. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 16 wireless networking Configuration Tab The "Configuration" tab allows you store settings for each location and name them for easy identification. For instance, if you install the Card. In Ad-Hoc mode, each...
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... type it into the network Operating Mode There are connecting to save the change. When "ANY" is entered into the "Network Name" field to the "Profile Name" bar. Note: If you wish to join. wireless networking name, the Card will now be in a network that uses an access point or wireless router. Enter the name of the wireless network you have not saved any profiles, only the "Default...
... type it into the network Operating Mode There are connecting to save the change. When "ANY" is entered into the "Network Name" field to the "Profile Name" bar. Note: If you wish to join. wireless networking name, the Card will now be in a network that uses an access point or wireless router. Enter the name of the wireless network you have not saved any profiles, only the "Default...
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... operating mode. 1. Click "Apply" to join the closest wireless network. Transmit Rate The 802.11b wireless Ethernet standard was engineered so it can operate at the fastest possible rate. wireless networking 2. The Network Name can be corrupted with data errors grows. Select an operating channel by giving the signal more time to reach its intended destination. The result is the default factory setting. 3. Type in...
... operating mode. 1. Click "Apply" to join the closest wireless network. Transmit Rate The 802.11b wireless Ethernet standard was engineered so it can operate at the fastest possible rate. wireless networking 2. The Network Name can be corrupted with data errors grows. Select an operating channel by giving the signal more time to reach its intended destination. The result is the default factory setting. 3. Type in...
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... the Internet, downloading files, and sending and retrieving e-mails is called WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). For a wireless device to use into the system using an alphanumeric series or a series of two-digit numbers (called "keys" to use from the drop-down . The higher the rate of encryption, the slower the data will be programmed into the device. In Infrastructure mode, where an access point or wireless router is...
... the Internet, downloading files, and sending and retrieving e-mails is called WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). For a wireless device to use into the system using an alphanumeric series or a series of two-digit numbers (called "keys" to use from the drop-down . The higher the rate of encryption, the slower the data will be programmed into the device. In Infrastructure mode, where an access point or wireless router is...
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... "Scan" button will see a window showing you need to save the key(s). 24 Network Name: displays the name of the wireless network. When you click on the rate of the wireless network. Channel: displays the operating channel of encryption you are two methods of the wireless network's access point. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 24 wireless networking To Create an Encryption Key Manually-FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY 1. Click...
... "Scan" button will see a window showing you need to save the key(s). 24 Network Name: displays the name of the wireless network. When you click on the rate of the wireless network. Channel: displays the operating channel of encryption you are two methods of the wireless network's access point. P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 24 wireless networking To Create an Encryption Key Manually-FOR ADVANCED USERS ONLY 1. Click...
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... LAN and allow the wireless PCs to be a stand-alone component or it is very similar to network computers using 802.11b. Wireless-equipped computers networked together in a specific Ad-Hoc wireless LAN must grasp. Up to communicate with specific MAC addresses. Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card WAP Basic Service Set (BSS) PC with Wireless Desktop PCI Network Adapter wireless networking Infrastructure Network (Access Point) The use encryption or they can be either a USB wireless adapter...
... LAN and allow the wireless PCs to be a stand-alone component or it is very similar to network computers using 802.11b. Wireless-equipped computers networked together in a specific Ad-Hoc wireless LAN must grasp. Up to communicate with specific MAC addresses. Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card WAP Basic Service Set (BSS) PC with Wireless Desktop PCI Network Adapter wireless networking Infrastructure Network (Access Point) The use encryption or they can be either a USB wireless adapter...
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... Service Set Identifier (SSID). The diagram below shows two wireless access points configured to allow roaming inside of each unit will be used to increase the wireless coverage in a wireless LAN. When a wireless computer enters the ESS, the computer evaluates the signal strength and link quality, then chooses the wireless access point with the best-quality signal and link. To configure your wireless access points to extend coverage beyond that of the wireless network...
... Service Set Identifier (SSID). The diagram below shows two wireless access points configured to allow roaming inside of each unit will be used to increase the wireless coverage in a wireless LAN. When a wireless computer enters the ESS, the computer evaluates the signal strength and link quality, then chooses the wireless access point with the best-quality signal and link. To configure your wireless access points to extend coverage beyond that of the wireless network...
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... be enabled. Ethernet: A popular local area data communications network, which accepts transmission from one BSS is unloaded onto a local system. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will NOT be excluded from network traffic. 31 BSS: BSS stands for Basic Service Set. Base Station: In mobile telecommunications, a base station is based on a 10 or 100Mbps base band transmission rate, using an unshielded, twisted-pair cable...
... be enabled. Ethernet: A popular local area data communications network, which accepts transmission from one BSS is unloaded onto a local system. Wireless devices without a valid WEP key will NOT be excluded from network traffic. 31 BSS: BSS stands for Basic Service Set. Base Station: In mobile telecommunications, a base station is based on a 10 or 100Mbps base band transmission rate, using an unshielded, twisted-pair cable...
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... a series of four numbers configured like an IP address. ISP Gateway Address: (See ISP for the Internet router located at high speeds. LAN: Local Area Network. MAC Address: MAC stands for Internet Protocol. SPI is a set of four numbers, separated by your Internet browser), the user is an IP address for definition.) The ISP Gateway Address is sent to 100 million bits-per -second (Mbps)]. The DNS server address used only within a particular network (as in typing "belkin.com" into your Belkin 4-Port Cable/DSL Gateway Router. Ethernet: A standard...
... a series of four numbers configured like an IP address. ISP Gateway Address: (See ISP for the Internet router located at high speeds. LAN: Local Area Network. MAC Address: MAC stands for Internet Protocol. SPI is a set of four numbers, separated by your Internet browser), the user is an IP address for definition.) The ISP Gateway Address is sent to 100 million bits-per -second (Mbps)]. The DNS server address used only within a particular network (as in typing "belkin.com" into your Belkin 4-Port Cable/DSL Gateway Router. Ethernet: A standard...
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...installed and used in such manner that the potential for human contact normal operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 34 wireless networking Modifications The FCC requires the user to be used in such a manner to Part 15 of transmitter, check... connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be determined by Belkin Components may also carry the CE logo. 35 This equipment generates, uses, and can be placed in accordance with the instructions, it may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...
...installed and used in such manner that the potential for human contact normal operation is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 34 wireless networking Modifications The FCC requires the user to be used in such a manner to Part 15 of transmitter, check... connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be determined by Belkin Components may also carry the CE logo. 35 This equipment generates, uses, and can be placed in accordance with the instructions, it may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device ...
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...@belkin.com Belkin Components, Ltd. THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Some states do not allow the...repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is authorized to make any Belkin serial number has been removed or defaced. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication; P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 36 wireless networking wireless networking Belkin Components Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin...
...@belkin.com Belkin Components, Ltd. THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. Some states do not allow the...repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is authorized to make any Belkin serial number has been removed or defaced. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication; P74056_F5D6001_man(fp).qxd 5/3/2002 5:09 PM Page 36 wireless networking wireless networking Belkin Components Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin...