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... 1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk The Netherlands +31 (0) 20 654 7300 +31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax Belkin GmbH Hanebergstraße 2 80637 Munich Germany +49 (0) 89 143405 0 +49 (0) 89 143405 100 fax Belkin SAS 5 Rue du Petit Robinson 3ème étage, 78350 Jouy en Josas France +33 ... United Kingdom +44 (0) 1933 35 2000 +44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax Belkin B.V. All rights reserved. and other countries. All trade names are trademarks of Broadcom Corporation in the U.S. High-Speed Mode Wireless G USB Network Adapter Belkin Corporation 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220-5221 USA +1 310 898...
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High-Speed Mode Wireless G USB Network Adapter Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network User Manual F5D7051
High-Speed Mode Wireless G USB Network Adapter Connect your desktop or notebook computer to a wireless network User Manual F5D7051
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... Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance 2 Important Factors for Placement and Setup 2 Features 6 Applications and Advantages 6 Product Specifications 7 System Requirements 7 2 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter 8 3 Installing and Setting Up the USB ... Step 3: Let Windows Finish the Installation 11 4 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers 13 5 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 14 6 Securing your Wireless Network 26 7 Troubleshooting 30 8 Information 37
... Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance 2 Important Factors for Placement and Setup 2 Features 6 Applications and Advantages 6 Product Specifications 7 System Requirements 7 2 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter 8 3 Installing and Setting Up the USB ... Step 3: Let Windows Finish the Installation 11 4 Uninstalling the Software and Drivers 13 5 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 14 6 Securing your Wireless Network 26 7 Troubleshooting 30 8 Information 37
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... the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a 2 conventional network adapter, but without using cables. you can spare the expense and hassle of Belkin networking products let you expand your network to another • ...Introduction Thank you for Optimal Performance" on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range • Easy installation - By following our simple setup 4 instructions your Belkin Home Network will have you can take advantage of this User Manual completely, and pay ...
... the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a 2 conventional network adapter, but without using cables. you can spare the expense and hassle of Belkin networking products let you expand your network to another • ...Introduction Thank you for Optimal Performance" on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range • Easy installation - By following our simple setup 4 instructions your Belkin Home Network will have you can take advantage of this User Manual completely, and pay ...
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... network, as close as possible to the center of your Wireless Router (or Access Point) networking antennas are parallel to see if distance is not operating at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. if you have concerns about your network's performance... and connected devices increases. Factors that your wireless network devices. IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR PLACEMENT AND SETUP Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that can ...
... network, as close as possible to the center of your Wireless Router (or Access Point) networking antennas are parallel to see if distance is not operating at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. if you have concerns about your network's performance... and connected devices increases. Factors that your wireless network devices. IMPORTANT FACTORS FOR PLACEMENT AND SETUP Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that can ...
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... Refrigerators 6 • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets 7 • Large aquariums • Metallic-based UV tinted windows 8 If your wireless network, as possible. For example, change the channel on the phone to the furthest channel from any cordless phone that objects such as microwave ovens.... Introduction section 1 • In multistory homes, place the Wireless Router (or Access Point) on a floor that may mean placing the Router on an upper floor. 2 • Try not to place ...
... Refrigerators 6 • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets 7 • Large aquariums • Metallic-based UV tinted windows 8 If your wireless network, as possible. For example, change the channel on the phone to the furthest channel from any cordless phone that objects such as microwave ovens.... Introduction section 1 • In multistory homes, place the Wireless Router (or Access Point) on a floor that may mean placing the Router on an upper floor. 2 • Try not to place ...
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...that typically require a user name and password, and are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may not be wireless networks nearby that can be interrupted by re-logging into the secure web site. The simplest solution to a channel as possible. Use ... and move your account Secure connections can conflict with more than one of this is important. A second alternative is to change your wireless network In locations where homes or offices are used to connect remotely to sleep." Choose the "quietest" channel for your power management ...
...that typically require a user name and password, and are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may not be wireless networks nearby that can be interrupted by re-logging into the secure web site. The simplest solution to a channel as possible. Use ... and move your account Secure connections can conflict with more than one of this is important. A second alternative is to change your wireless network In locations where homes or offices are used to connect remotely to sleep." Choose the "quietest" channel for your power management ...
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... addressed these issues. 2 These guidelines should allow you need to cover an even 3 wider area, please go to cover the maximum possible area with your Wireless Router. Should you to the networking product section on (Belkin's Wireless Range Extender/Access Point). 4 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website 5 at www...
... addressed these issues. 2 These guidelines should allow you need to cover an even 3 wider area, please go to cover the maximum possible area with your Wireless Router. Should you to the networking product section on (Belkin's Wireless Range Extender/Access Point). 4 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website 5 at www...
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... in virtually any desktop or notebook computer • WPA security (Windows XP only), 64-bit WEP or 128-bit Encryption • Wireless access to networked resources • Support for both infrastructure and ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes • Easy installation and ...use • LED link/activity indicator • Desktop stand allows you to position your Adapter for optimal wireless performance Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking-without cables. • Compatible with 802...
... in virtually any desktop or notebook computer • WPA security (Windows XP only), 64-bit WEP or 128-bit Encryption • Wireless access to networked resources • Support for both infrastructure and ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes • Easy installation and ...use • LED link/activity indicator • Desktop stand allows you to position your Adapter for optimal wireless performance Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking-without cables. • Compatible with 802...
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.... 6 To achieve maximum networking speeds (54Mbps), this device to a USB 1.1 host port will vary depending on your networking environment Package Contents • High-Speed Mode Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter with one available USB port • Windows® 2000 or XP *Distance and connection speeds will yield 7 a maximum of this device must...
.... 6 To achieve maximum networking speeds (54Mbps), this device to a USB 1.1 host port will vary depending on your networking environment Package Contents • High-Speed Mode Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter with one available USB port • Windows® 2000 or XP *Distance and connection speeds will yield 7 a maximum of this device must...
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The cap snaps over the USB connector for protection. 8 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Protective Cap Activity LED Blinking Green: Activity Off: No Activity On: Connected to network USB Adapter Desktop stand (Optional Use) The cap can be stored on the opposite end of the USB connector.
The cap snaps over the USB connector for protection. 8 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Protective Cap Activity LED Blinking Green: Activity Off: No Activity On: Connected to network USB Adapter Desktop stand (Optional Use) The cap can be stored on the opposite end of the USB connector.
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..., then select your CD-ROM drive and double-click on the icon named "Start.exe". 5 1.3 In the menu window, drag your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter Setup Utility screen will start the software 7 installation program. 8 1.4 The installer will 4 automatically appear. section Installing and Setting Up the USB Network...
..., then select your CD-ROM drive and double-click on the icon named "Start.exe". 5 1.3 In the menu window, drag your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter Setup Utility screen will start the software 7 installation program. 8 1.4 The installer will 4 automatically appear. section Installing and Setting Up the USB Network...
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section Installing and Setting Up the USB Network Adapter 1 Step 3 Configure Wireless USB Adapter Let Windows Finish the Installation 2 3.1 After connecting your Adapter, Windows will appear. Depending on your desktop. To open the Monitor 7 Utility, double-click ... will detect that new hardware has been installed. Select the option "Install the software 4 automatically (Recommended)" and click "Next". 5 6 3.2 When the installation is complete, the Belkin Wireless Monitor icon will appear on this icon. 8 11
section Installing and Setting Up the USB Network Adapter 1 Step 3 Configure Wireless USB Adapter Let Windows Finish the Installation 2 3.1 After connecting your Adapter, Windows will appear. Depending on your desktop. To open the Monitor 7 Utility, double-click ... will detect that new hardware has been installed. Select the option "Install the software 4 automatically (Recommended)" and click "Next". 5 6 3.2 When the installation is complete, the Belkin Wireless Monitor icon will appear on this icon. 8 11
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...are using encryption, you already have to set the encryption settings of your adapter to match that of your wireless router (or access point) before the Adapter can successfully connect to your wireless network. Installing and Setting Up the USB Network Adapter 3.3 A small icon in your home or office, the... (or an access point) in your system tray (bottom right corner of your connection: Red: No connection to a wireless network Blue: Connected to the Belkin Wireless Monitor. If you will be able to connect to your Adapter, see the manual on the CD and look for the section called, "...
...are using encryption, you already have to set the encryption settings of your adapter to match that of your wireless router (or access point) before the Adapter can successfully connect to your wireless network. Installing and Setting Up the USB Network Adapter 3.3 A small icon in your home or office, the... (or an access point) in your system tray (bottom right corner of your connection: Red: No connection to a wireless network Blue: Connected to the Belkin Wireless Monitor. If you will be able to connect to your Adapter, see the manual on the CD and look for the section called, "...
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.... The diagram below also shows there is a connection between the computer and the Wireless Router (or Access Point) by displaying 1's and 0's between the two. Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility When you launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (the Utility), you will be displayed. The first tab you... will also be present in the system tray will open the Wireless Monitor window. From this tab you can see is the same for the Internet connection. 14 USING THE BELKIN WIRELESS MONITOR UTILITY Status Tab When the utility is on your desktop, you can ...
.... The diagram below also shows there is a connection between the computer and the Wireless Router (or Access Point) by displaying 1's and 0's between the two. Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility When you launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (the Utility), you will be displayed. The first tab you... will also be present in the system tray will open the Wireless Monitor window. From this tab you can see is the same for the Internet connection. 14 USING THE BELKIN WIRELESS MONITOR UTILITY Status Tab When the utility is on your desktop, you can ...
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Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (a) Current Profile String This indicates the name of the profile you are connected to. 5 6 7 8 section 15 The name of the wireless network you are currently connected to will be displayed in this box if no profile for that there is no profile set up for the ...
Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (a) Current Profile String This indicates the name of the profile you are connected to. 5 6 7 8 section 15 The name of the wireless network you are currently connected to will be displayed in this box if no profile for that there is no profile set up for the ...
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On the left side of the wireless network that you are small icons which band the network is available. It is not possible to connect to a network name indicates that this network. ... based network. (c) Signal This column indicates the signal strength of all available networks in your physical location. Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Access Point (AP) List Tab To view a list of the wireless network. A blue circle around the network icon (e) indicates that is operating on. The lower the signal strength, the...
On the left side of the wireless network that you are small icons which band the network is available. It is not possible to connect to a network name indicates that this network. ... based network. (c) Signal This column indicates the signal strength of all available networks in your physical location. Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Access Point (AP) List Tab To view a list of the wireless network. A blue circle around the network icon (e) indicates that is operating on. The lower the signal strength, the...
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.... Profile Tab: Creating a Profile Using Profiles allows you to a network that is (Access Point or Peer-to- section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (d) Site Information When you highlight a network name in the AP list by clicking on it one time, then click the "Connect" button ...on the bottom of the window. How to connect to a wireless network in the AP list. 5 1. or 6 2. Double click a network name that appear in the Access Point (AP) list 4 There are attempting to connect to ...
.... Profile Tab: Creating a Profile Using Profiles allows you to a network that is (Access Point or Peer-to- section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (d) Site Information When you highlight a network name in the AP list by clicking on it one time, then click the "Connect" button ...on the bottom of the window. How to connect to a wireless network in the AP list. 5 1. or 6 2. Double click a network name that appear in the Access Point (AP) list 4 There are attempting to connect to ...
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Type in the name of network it is a network with a wireless router or access point (This is the same as the network SSID. (b) In the "Network Type" box, select the type of the network you want. ... of network you will be connecting to remember like "Work", for your work network or "Home", for your home network. Click "Next" to . Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Creating a new Profile 1. Select "Peer-to-Peer" if this is , and optionally you can be connecting to, the type of the network...
Type in the name of network it is a network with a wireless router or access point (This is the same as the network SSID. (b) In the "Network Type" box, select the type of the network you want. ... of network you will be connecting to remember like "Work", for your work network or "Home", for your home network. Click "Next" to . Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Creating a new Profile 1. Select "Peer-to-Peer" if this is , and optionally you can be connecting to, the type of the network...
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If the network is available from the drop-down menu. (a) 19 TIP: Most networks with WEP use "Open System" key type. section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (c) In the "Transfer Rate" box, it is suggested that you leave this on page 26 of this setting. 2 Click "Next" to ...continue. 3 (b) 4 (c) 5 6 7 3. If the network is encrypted, you to the sector titled "Securing your wireless router or access point. This information is not encrypted, then leave the 8 mode in "Off" and click "Complete. The next screen allows you will ...
If the network is available from the drop-down menu. (a) 19 TIP: Most networks with WEP use "Open System" key type. section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 1 (c) In the "Transfer Rate" box, it is suggested that you leave this on page 26 of this setting. 2 Click "Next" to ...continue. 3 (b) 4 (c) 5 6 7 3. If the network is encrypted, you to the sector titled "Securing your wireless router or access point. This information is not encrypted, then leave the 8 mode in "Off" and click "Complete. The next screen allows you will ...