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Table of Contents Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Adapter to use Security 30 5 Troubleshooting 39 6 Information 46 N+ Wireless USB Adapter i Configuration 23 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 24 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 24 Network Status 24 Available Networks 25 Network Status...
Table of Contents Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network 1 Placement of your Adapter to use Security 30 5 Troubleshooting 39 6 Information 46 N+ Wireless USB Adapter i Configuration 23 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 24 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 24 Network Status 24 Available Networks 25 Network Status...
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... laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your home Advantages of a Wireless Network • Mobility - Introduction Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thank you for Optimal Performance". The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes setup simple • Flexibility - you'll...interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 This Adapter allows you can take advantage of this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. the wide range of Belkin networking products lets ...
... laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your home Advantages of a Wireless Network • Mobility - Introduction Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thank you for Optimal Performance". The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes setup simple • Flexibility - you'll...interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 This Adapter allows you can take advantage of this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. the wide range of Belkin networking products lets ...
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... to the center of the home as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 This may help 1. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as possible to you are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router (or access point) itself is between five and 10 feet...
... to the center of the home as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 This may help 1. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as possible to you are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your wireless router (or access point) itself is between five and 10 feet...
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...'s user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Introduction Table of your computers and wireless router (or access point). 3. For example, change the channel on your region.) See your phone may emit radio ..."noise", such as microwave ovens. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that may be interfering. • If your phone supports channel selection, change the phone...
...'s user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Introduction Table of your computers and wireless router (or access point). 3. For example, change the channel on your region.) See your phone may emit radio ..."noise", such as microwave ovens. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that may be interfering. • If your phone supports channel selection, change the phone...
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...Site Survey capabilities of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access point) and computers to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use AOL ... and wireless channel information included in the Control Panel. The simplest solution to avoid this may be wireless networks nearby that require a user name and password to access your account Secure connections can conflict with yours. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4
...Site Survey capabilities of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or access point) and computers to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use AOL ... and wireless channel information included in the Control Panel. The simplest solution to avoid this may be wireless networks nearby that require a user name and password to access your account Secure connections can conflict with yours. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4
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... also compatible with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at 11Mbps. The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b/g Wi-Fi® products. • 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...
... also compatible with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at 11Mbps. The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b/g Wi-Fi® products. • 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...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 6 Actual data throughput will be lower. **Wireless performance may vary depending on the networking environment. Overview Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 300Mbps* Provides immediate highspeed wireless connectivity at home...
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 6 Actual data throughput will be lower. **Wireless performance may vary depending on the networking environment. Overview Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 300Mbps* Provides immediate highspeed wireless connectivity at home...
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...-power port • Windows® 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • N+ Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with the Belkin utility only). This button is active. (b) WPS/Security LED Indicates security status and provides feedback during Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ handshaking. (c) WPS Push Button ...
...-power port • Windows® 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®*** Package Contents • N+ Wireless USB Adapter • Quick Installation Guide • CD with the Belkin utility only). This button is active. (b) WPS/Security LED Indicates security status and provides feedback during Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ handshaking. (c) WPS Push Button ...
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A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. A.2 Click "Next" to begin the installation process. N+ 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 "...
A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. A.2 Click "Next" to begin the installation process. N+ 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 "...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 9 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 A.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 9 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 A.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse";
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This DOES NOT indicate a problem. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 A.6 A window may appear a second time showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this operating system.
This DOES NOT indicate a problem. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 A.6 A window may appear a second time showing the message, "Windows can't verify the publisher of this operating system.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 11 Your installation is now complete. 4 5 6 A.8 When the installation completes, click on "Finish". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.7 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Adapter.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 11 Your installation is now complete. 4 5 6 A.8 When the installation completes, click on "Finish". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.7 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Adapter.
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... fully tested and is complete. 12 This DOES NOT mean there is taking place; N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar...
... fully tested and is complete. 12 This DOES NOT mean there is taking place; N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks". INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.11 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 14 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 4 5 6 A.14 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 14 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 A.13 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect to a network". 4 5 6 A.14 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect".
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Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. A.16 Depending on the security settings of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.15 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to enter a network security key or a passphrase. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so.
Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. A.16 Depending on the security settings of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.15 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to enter a network security key or a passphrase. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so.
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The links on the left of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.17 After connecting to the network, you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made.
The links on the left of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.17 After connecting to the network, you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made.
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...icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. B.1 Insert the ...Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. then double...
...icon; Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. B.1 Insert the ...Installation Software CD into which the installation CD has been placed. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. then double...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 B.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse"; or, simply click "Next" to select a default location.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. 4 5 6 B.4 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking "Browse"; or, simply click "Next" to select a default location.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 19 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 B.6 After the software installation is finished, the message "Please plug in your computer. Connect the Adapter to your USB Adapter now" will appear.
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 19 INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. 4 5 6 B.6 After the software installation is finished, the message "Please plug in your computer. Connect the Adapter to your USB Adapter now" will appear.