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... 6 Product Specifications 6 System Requirements 7 Package Contents 7 3 Installing and Setting up the Adapter 8 A - Configuration 15 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 16 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 16 Network Status 17 Available Networks 17 Network Status and Solution Tips 18 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 19 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 19 Configuring your Wireless Networking Hardware for Windows Vista 8 B - Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network...
... 6 Product Specifications 6 System Requirements 7 Package Contents 7 3 Installing and Setting up the Adapter 8 A - Configuration 15 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 16 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 16 Network Status 17 Available Networks 17 Network Status and Solution Tips 18 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 19 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 19 Configuring your Wireless Networking Hardware for Windows Vista 8 B - Table of Contents 1 Introduction 1 Benefits of a Home Network 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network...
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... longer need a dedicated "computer room"- choose from anywhere in your home • Share a single printer with notebooks that have an ExpressCard slot. set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from a wide range of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - section Introduction Thank you to connect a notebook computer to your network. Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple • Flexibility - This Adapter...
... longer need a dedicated "computer room"- choose from anywhere in your home • Share a single printer with notebooks that have an ExpressCard slot. set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from a wide range of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office • Widespread industry acceptance - section Introduction Thank you to connect a notebook computer to your network. Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple • Flexibility - This Adapter...
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... or may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on a floor that your network is to the center of the home as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If difficulties persist even at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may decrease. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapters, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that might...
... or may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on a floor that your network is to the center of the home as close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If difficulties persist even at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may decrease. Note: While some of the items listed below can weaken signals simply by Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapters, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that might...
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... computer's power management settings so it to "go to sleep." To change your User Manual. 5. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many commercial websites that can be wireless networks nearby that require a user name and password to access your wireless router (or access point) and computers to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. Secure connections include...
... computer's power management settings so it to "go to sleep." To change your User Manual. 5. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many commercial websites that can be wireless networks nearby that require a user name and password to access your wireless router (or access point) and computers to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. Secure connections include...
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... • Difficult-to-wire environments Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open areas where wiring is difficult to install • Frequently changing environments Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or change locations • SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need Product Specifications Host Interface: 32-bit CardBus Operating Temperature...
... • Difficult-to-wire environments Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open areas where wiring is difficult to install • Frequently changing environments Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or change locations • SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need Product Specifications Host Interface: 32-bit CardBus Operating Temperature...
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..." icon; Installing and Setting up the Adapter A. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: At the time of initial release of this product, Windows Vista drivers were not available for Windows Vista (if any), please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support/vista. 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...
..." icon; Installing and Setting up the Adapter A. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: At the time of initial release of this product, Windows Vista drivers were not available for Windows Vista (if any), please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support/vista. 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...
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... appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. then, another indicates that hardware installation is a problem. Select "Install this operating system. A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu. 10 A.10 You might appear within 3-15 seconds. Our...
... appears indicating that the process is compatible with this driver software anyway" and follow the prompts. then, another indicates that hardware installation is a problem. Select "Install this operating system. A.9 The Found New Hardware Wizard might see a screen similar to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu. 10 A.10 You might appear within 3-15 seconds. Our...
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... has been placed. The links on the icon named "Setup.exe". 12 Note: If the Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Installer screen does not appear within up the Adapter A.16 Depending on the CD-ROM drive into your Adapter is in range. A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Then, double...
... has been placed. The links on the icon named "Setup.exe". 12 Note: If the Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Installer screen does not appear within up the Adapter A.16 Depending on the CD-ROM drive into your Adapter is in range. A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Then, double...
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... the setup process. If it does, select "Install the software automatically" and click "Next" to insert the Adapter into your computer's ExpressCard slot. or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. 6 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you to install the hardware. B.8 If the Found New Hardware Wizard does not appear, click "Finish". 13 B.6 After the software installation is finished, a prompt will instruct you...
... the setup process. If it does, select "Install the software automatically" and click "Next" to insert the Adapter into your computer's ExpressCard slot. or, simply click "Next" to select a default location. 6 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you to install the hardware. B.8 If the Found New Hardware Wizard does not appear, click "Finish". 13 B.6 After the software installation is finished, a prompt will instruct you...
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... software. B.12 Click "Finish" again to this operating system. B.10 The Wizard will now install your data and close the "Found New Hardware Wizard". Then, reboot. 14 Click "Finish" to close all other applications. B.13 Depending on -screen instructions. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Select "Continue Anyway" and follow the on which operating system you are using...
... software. B.12 Click "Finish" again to this operating system. B.10 The Wizard will now install your data and close the "Found New Hardware Wizard". Then, reboot. 14 Click "Finish" to close all other applications. B.13 Depending on -screen instructions. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Select "Continue Anyway" and follow the on which operating system you are using...
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... even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. Lost Wireless Connection If the current wireless connection is the "Current Status" tab. section Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU's default screen is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to determine the problem's source (e.g. Available Networks This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and Network Type.
... even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. Lost Wireless Connection If the current wireless connection is the "Current Status" tab. section Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU's default screen is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to determine the problem's source (e.g. Available Networks This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and Network Type.
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... wireless network. 4 At the time of publication, four Encryption Methods are available: 5 Encryption Methods: Name 64-Bit Wired 128-Bit Wi-Fi Protected Wi-Fi 6 Equivalent Encryption Access Protected Privacy Access 2 Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WPA-TKIP/AES WPA2-AES Security Good Better Best Best Features Static keys Static keys Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm (typically 40-bit keys) Added security over 64-bit WEP using a key...
... wireless network. 4 At the time of publication, four Encryption Methods are available: 5 Encryption Methods: Name 64-Bit Wired 128-Bit Wi-Fi Protected Wi-Fi 6 Equivalent Encryption Access Protected Privacy Access 2 Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WPA-TKIP/AES WPA2-AES Security Good Better Best Best Features Static keys Static keys Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm (typically 40-bit keys) Added security over 64-bit WEP using a key...
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... greater security than WPA. WPA-PSK (no server),WPA (with radius server) works best in a business environment, in a home environment. 6 WPA (with radius server), and WPA2. It can be found on how to use Security At this is the mode that is known as a pre-shared key 4 as the network key. Setting up your wireless router (or access point). These updates will need to access the network. WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to use Security To start using the web-based interface...
... greater security than WPA. WPA-PSK (no server),WPA (with radius server) works best in a business environment, in a home environment. 6 WPA (with radius server), and WPA2. It can be found on how to use Security At this is the mode that is known as a pre-shared key 4 as the network key. Setting up your wireless router (or access point). These updates will need to access the network. WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to use Security To start using the web-based interface...
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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. Click "Edit" to change settings. 24 To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is disabled. By default, wireless security is used by the router (or access point). (See your wireless router's or access point's manual for directions on how to access the security settings.) To access the Adapter's security settings, click the "My Connections" tab and point ...
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. Click "Edit" to change settings. 24 To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is disabled. By default, wireless security is used by the router (or access point). (See your wireless router's or access point's manual for directions on how to access the security settings.) To access the Adapter's security settings, click the "My Connections" tab and point ...
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... 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key 26 If you don't remember the hex key, your key by typing in your wireless router (or access point), you will be locked out of numbers and letters from the drop-down menu. 2. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of the wireless router (or access point). 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in the hex key manually.
... 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key 26 If you don't remember the hex key, your key by typing in your wireless router (or access point), you will be locked out of numbers and letters from the drop-down menu. 2. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of the wireless router (or access point). 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in the hex key manually.
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... applying changes in the 4 wireless router (or access point). If you activate security on your client will now need to be used in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you don't remember the hex key, your wireless client. Enter your wireless network. 27 WPA-PSK (no server) is now set. This can be from eight to include in the wireless router 1 (or access point) is typically used on all of the clients (network cards...
... applying changes in the 4 wireless router (or access point). If you activate security on your client will now need to be used in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you don't remember the hex key, your wireless client. Enter your wireless network. 27 WPA-PSK (no server) is now set. This can be from eight to include in the wireless router 1 (or access point) is typically used on all of the clients (network cards...
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... is the default name. 3 If you are wireless networks to which you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to enter the network key. Click "Connect". If you can connect. For more information regarding security, see the page entitled: "Securing your router manufacturer's user manual for the default name. The exact window that opens will need to the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 31 however, any of the utilities should be "WLAN". section Troubleshooting 3.
... is the default name. 3 If you are wireless networks to which you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to enter the network key. Click "Connect". If you can connect. For more information regarding security, see the page entitled: "Securing your router manufacturer's user manual for the default name. The exact window that opens will need to the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 31 however, any of the utilities should be "WLAN". section Troubleshooting 3.
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... "setup.exe". If the correct network name is not listed, check the SSID settings to the wireless router (or access point). Note: To check the SSID settings or look for the Adapter to connect to see that the drivers for the Adapter have been installed. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start the installation. If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility...
... "setup.exe". If the correct network name is not listed, check the SSID settings to the wireless router (or access point). Note: To check the SSID settings or look for the Adapter to connect to see that the drivers for the Adapter have been installed. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start the installation. If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility...
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... the Adapter to connect to a network or you have a signal but you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of this User Manual. Link LED is a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your Adapter appears to be functioning properly, but can't get online or obtain an IP address, the problem may be exactly the same in your computer and wireless router (or access point). Check the WEP, WPA, or WPA2 key settings...
... the Adapter to connect to a network or you have a signal but you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of this User Manual. Link LED is a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your Adapter appears to be functioning properly, but can't get online or obtain an IP address, the problem may be exactly the same in your computer and wireless router (or access point). Check the WEP, WPA, or WPA2 key settings...
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... interference, switching the wireless channel of your Wireless Networking Hardware for instructions on page 2 of your router's (or access point's) user manual for Optimal Performance" on how to 10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point). You may decrease as you move farther from the wireless router (or access point). In order to determine if wireless issues are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. Note also that connection speed may...
... interference, switching the wireless channel of your Wireless Networking Hardware for instructions on page 2 of your router's (or access point's) user manual for Optimal Performance" on how to 10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point). You may decrease as you move farther from the wireless router (or access point). In order to determine if wireless issues are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. Note also that connection speed may...