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...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 and Solution Tips 25 Setting Wireless Network ... and Setting up the Adapter 8 A. Installation Process for Windows Vista 8 B . 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
...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 and Solution Tips 25 Setting Wireless Network ... and Setting up the Adapter 8 A. Installation Process for Windows Vista 8 B . 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
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...you expand your network to the section entitled "Placement of interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 This Adapter allows you can spare the expense and hassle of a Home Network Your Belkin Home Network will allow you to • Share one computer to another ...email, and chat • Easy Expansion - The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes setup simple • Flexibility - Now you to connect a notebook computer to network your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. set up and access printers, computers, and other...
...you expand your network to the section entitled "Placement of interoperable networking products N+ Wireless USB Adapter 1 This Adapter allows you can spare the expense and hassle of a Home Network Your Belkin Home Network will allow you to • Share one computer to another ...email, and chat • Easy Expansion - The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes setup simple • Flexibility - Now you to connect a notebook computer to network your Wireless Networking Hardware for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless USB Adapter. set up and access printers, computers, and other...
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... the antennas as much as possible in the way of your wireless network from your wireless devices is between your wireless router (or access point) and connected devices increases. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that is as possible. Introduction Table of...
... the antennas as much as possible in the way of your wireless network from your wireless devices is between your wireless router (or access point) and connected devices increases. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin Adapters or Cards): • Ensure that is as possible. Introduction Table of...
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... manufacturer's information). For example, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from any cordless phone that operates on your region.) See your wireless network as microwave ovens. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Cordless Phone Placement If the performance of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 2. If this fixes the problem, your computers and...
... manufacturer's information). For example, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from any cordless phone that operates on your region.) See your wireless network as microwave ovens. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 3 Cordless Phone Placement If the performance of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 2. If this fixes the problem, your computers and...
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... it to "go to sleep; These guidelines should allow you have difficulty with yours. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4 Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless devices. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password,... more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. For more than one of the available channels in your wireless router. To change your power management setting in Windows, see the...
... it to "go to sleep; These guidelines should allow you have difficulty with yours. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 4 Introduction Table of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless devices. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password,... more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. For more than one of the available channels in your wireless router. To change your power management setting in Windows, see the...
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... and network link/activity indicator N+ Wireless USB Adapter 5 Overview Table of up to 300Mbps*. The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b products at up to 300Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (802.11g), or 11Mbps (802.11b) • Easy installation and use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility • USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually...
... and network link/activity indicator N+ Wireless USB Adapter 5 Overview Table of up to 300Mbps*. The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b products at up to 300Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (802.11g), or 11Mbps (802.11b) • Easy installation and use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility • USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually...
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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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... • 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...Installation Software and User Manual • Desktop Stand 7 Overview Table of Contents section 1 N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 3 4 5 6 (b) (a) (c) a) Power/Activity LED Lights when the Adapter is powered on and flashes when it is nonfunctional when using the Windows utility, including Windows Vista...
... • 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...Installation Software and User Manual • Desktop Stand 7 Overview Table of Contents section 1 N+ Wireless USB Adapter 2 3 4 5 6 (b) (a) (c) a) Power/Activity LED Lights when the Adapter is powered on and flashes when it is nonfunctional when using the Windows utility, including Windows Vista...
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INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. then double-click on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. A.2 Click "Next" to begin...
INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM drive. then double-click on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. A.2 Click "Next" to begin...
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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. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 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. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this driver software". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 10 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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... complete. 12 Select "Locate and install the driver software" to continue. 4 5 6 A.10 You might appear within 3-15 seconds. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. If it does, continue to... follow the on-screen instructions. 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 to the one pictured below. then...
... complete. 12 Select "Locate and install the driver software" to continue. 4 5 6 A.10 You might appear within 3-15 seconds. N+ Wireless USB Adapter Next, a screen appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. If it does, continue to... follow the on-screen instructions. 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 to the one pictured below. then...
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 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. A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks".
N+ Wireless USB Adapter 13 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. A.12 In the Control Panel, click on "View network status and tasks".
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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". N+ Wireless USB Adapter 14
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Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 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.
Click "Connect" after you may be prompted to the selected network. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of your wireless network, you have done so. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 15 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.
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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 can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections.
The links on the left of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to configure your Adapter is in range. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 16 A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of the window allow you to save this network and connect automatically when your network connections.
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N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the "My Computer" icon; INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which...
N+ Wireless USB Adapter Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within up to start the installation. Then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the "My Computer" icon; INSTALLING AND SETTING UP the ADAPTER Table of Contents section 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into which...
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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"; N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location.
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"; N+ Wireless USB Adapter 18 or, simply click "Next" to select a default location.
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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. N+ Wireless USB Adapter 19