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  • Belkin F5D7001 | User Manual - Page 1
    High-Speed Mode Wireless G Desktop Network Card Connect your desktop computer to a FASTER wireless network User Manual F5D7001
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    Requirements 9 Package Contents 9 3 Installing and Setting Up the Card 10 Step 1: Install the Software 10 Step 2: Insert the Card into your Computer 11 Step 3: Let Windows Finish the Installation 13 4 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 16 Setting Wireless Network Preferences 16 Securing
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    the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network: • Mobility -you'll no longer need a dedicated "computer room"- now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range • Easy installation - Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple • Flexibility
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    devices. To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your "wireless clients," (i.e. computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that your Wireless Router (or Access Point) antennas are parallel to each other
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    windows 5 If your wireless supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the furthest channel from your wireless network, as possible. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Wireless Router to channel 11. See your phone's user manual for detailed instructions
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    Wireless LAN Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your Wireless wireless devices. Use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Guide DSL service • the VPN or AOL software, or by re- Windows, see the "Power Options" item in the Control Panel. 4
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    , VPNs and AOL please review steps 1-4 above to be sure you have addressed these issues. 2 These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Wireless Router. Should you need to cover an even wider 3 area, we suggest Belkin's Wireless Range Extender/Access Point
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    64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), or 128-bit encryption • Wireless access to networked resources • Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes • Data rate of up 125Mbps* in High-Speed Mode (802.11g 125HSM), 54Mbps (802.11g), or 11Mbps (802.11b) • Easy installation
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    products • Compatibility with 802.11b products 4 802.11g and 125HSM wireless LAN solutions are backward- compatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b) Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need *When operating in High-Speed Mode, this Wi
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    blinking. (b) Link LED (orange) Lights up when the Card links to a wireless network. (c) Card Connector Indicates the side of the Card that fits into your computer's PCI slot. (d) Detachable Antenna Product Specifications Host Interface: 32-bit PCI Power Consumption: Tx/Rx peak 550/[email protected]
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    section Overview 1 System Requirements • PC-compatible desktop with one available PCI slot 2 • Windows® 98SE, 2000, Me, XP 3 Package Contents • High-Speed Mode Wireless G Desktop Network Card 4 • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD 5 • User Manual 6 9
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    and Setting Up the Card Step 1 Install the Software WARNING: Install the software before inserting the Card. 1.1 Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Setup Utility screen will automatically appear. Note: If the Setup Utility screen does not appear within 20 seconds, open up
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    will now start. Click 1 "Next" and follow the on-screen instructions. 2 3 4 1.5 After the installation is complete, 5 click "Finish" to shut down your computer. 6 section Step 2 Insert the Card into the Computer WARNING: Be sure to power off your computer and disconnect your power
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    screw that you previously placed in a safe place. 2.8 Carefully screw the antenna onto the threaded connector on the Card. Turn the antenna until it is vertical and pointing up. 2.9 Replace the computer's cover. Now that the Card is installed, you can reconnect the power cord, and turn it back on
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    and Setting Up the Card 1 Step 3 Let Windows Finish the Installation 2 3.1 After powering on your computer, you will see a "Found New 3 Hardware Wizard" screen. Select "Install the software automatically (Recommended)" and click "Next". 4 5 6 Note: Specific screens differ depending
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    and Setting Up the Card 3.3 Windows will ask you where the drivers are located. Make no changes and click "Next" until you see the screen that asks you to click "Finish" to complete the installation. Note: Specific screens differ depending upon which version of the Windows OS you are using
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    Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the "Wireless Network" screen. 6 The following screen will appear: Next, clicking on the "Advanced" button will allow you to view and configure more options of your Card. The "Advanced" button will take you to the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility. 15
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    of your mobile computer. When the radio is disabled, the power LED on your Card will turn off and the Windows 2000 or XP system tray wireless network icon will be depicted with an "X". (b) Available Networks This displays a list of wireless networks in your area. If you don't see a name in the box
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    section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 (c) Preferred Networks Displays a list of the be 4 preferred over networks listed lower on the list. If a preferred network is unavailable, the Card will attempt to connect to the next available network on the list. 5 (e, f) Add, Remove
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility Any Available Network (Access Point Preferred) When this option is selected, the Card will attempt to connect to any available network in the area. Wireless router or access point networks will be preferred networks over Ad-Hoc networks. Access Point (
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    section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and 64-bit Wired 128-bit Equivalent Privacy Encryption Wi-Fi Protected Wi-Fi Protected 5 Access Access Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit
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    equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. Encryption Keys After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it
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    section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 For instance: AF0F4BC3D4 = 64-bit WEP key 2 C3030FAF0F4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7 = 128-bit WEP key 3 If you have multiple vendors' equipment in your network, the easiest thing to do is to write down the hex WEP key from your wireless router or access
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    Key= WRONG Password Wireless G Desktop Network Card The Card cannot access the network because it uses a different network key than the one configured on the wireless router. Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. 64-bit keys are five two
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    . (See your wireless router or access point manual for directions on how to access the management interface.) Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin Wireless G Router and Range Extender/Access Point are equipped with the latest WPA security feature. They also support the legacy WEP
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "64-bit WEP" from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the "Passphrase" field and click "Generate"
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "128-bit WEP" from the drop-down menu. 2 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key manually by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the "Passphrase" field and click "
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility WPA-PSK (no server) Choose this setting if your network does not use a , or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients (network cards) that you want to include in your network. 3. Click "Apply Changes" to finish. You must now set all clients
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 WPA (with server) Settings Choose this setting if your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients (network cards). This is typically used for a 2 business network. 1. From the Security Mode drop-down menu, select "WPA (with 3 server
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility Configuring your Belkin Wireless G Notebook and Wireless G Desktop Network Cards to Use Security At this point, you should already have your wireless router or access point set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain wireless connection, you will need to set
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    section Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 5. Type your WEP key in the "Network key" box. 2 3 4 5 6 Important: A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 keys. This network key needs to match
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    Belkin Wireless LAN Utility Connecting your computer to a Wireless Router or Access Point that uses WPA-PSK (no server) 1. Double-click the "Signal Indicator" icon to bring up the "Wireless to view and configure more options of your Card. 2. Under the "Wireless Networks" tab, select a network name
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    Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Router or Access Point that uses WPA (with Radius Server) 1. Double-click the "Signal Indicator" icon to bring up the 2 "Wireless and configure more options of your Card. 3 2. Under the "Wireless Networks" tab, select a 4
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    the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection Click on the "Link Status" tab. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (a) Network Name (SSID) The SSID is the wireless network name. This field shows the current network name that you are connected to. (b) AP's MAC
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    Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 (f) Client IP Address Shows the IP address of the computer. The IP address is obtained automatically by default. You may set the IP address manually 2 through Windows Networking Properties. (g) Network Connection Type 3 Shows the current wireless mode the Card
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility Monitoring Data Transfer Click on the "Statistics" tab. The Statistics recorded. A large number of lost data packets may indicate that there is a problem or interference in your area. (See the Troubleshooting section for tips on how to improve performance.) 34
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    access point. (c) Signal Strength The signal strength of the related wireless router or access point. (d) WEP (Encryption) Will display "Off" when encryption is disabled, "64-bit" when 64-bit encryption is enabled, and "128-bit" when 128-bit encryption is enabled. (e) Ad-Hoc Networks Only Check this
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    tests that are available for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop Network Card. Control Registers This test verifies the read and write capabilities of the network controller registers by writing various values to the registers and verifying the result. The device driver uses these registers to perform
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    Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility 1 Interrupt Test This test verifies that the NDIS driver is able to receive interrupts from the network controller. 2 Loopback Test This test verifies that the NDIS driver is able to send packets and 3 receive packets from the network controller. LED
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    , see your modem's user manual. • Reboot the User Manual • Reboot the Modem If you continue to have issues, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Router, consult that router manufacturers user guide. 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the
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    section Troubleshooting 1 3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should have a list of "Available Networks". Available networks are 2 wireless networks you can connect to. 3 If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (
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    not ON, the problem may be that the Card is not connected or installed properly. Verify that the Card is plugged firmly into the PCI slot of your computer. Check to see that the drivers for the Card have been installed. Right click on the "My Computer" icon on your desktop. Choose "Properties" and
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    Troubleshooting section 1 see if your PCI Card is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated contact Belkin Technical Support. 2 Link LED is blinking slowly; Cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet 3 If your Card appears to be functioning properly, but you cannot
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    other channels depending on your region; see your router manual for instructions on how to choose other channels. Limiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability 42
  • Belkin F5D7001 | User Manual - Page 45
    card's literature. 6 If issues persist even at close range, please contact please contact Belkin Technical Support. Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one do we use? There are several features and advantages from using the Belkin wireless utility over the Windows XP
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    screw that you previously placed in a safe place. 9. Carefully screw the antenna onto the threaded connector on the Card. Turn the antenna until it is vertical and pointing up. 10. Replace the computer's cover. Now that the Card is installed, you can reconnect the power cord, and turn it back on. 11
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    Troubleshooting section 1 What's the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a? Currently there are three levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based 2 on the designation 802.11(x), so named by the IEEE, the board
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    Information Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com or www.belkin.com/networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 666 040 46
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    Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, 3 F5D7001 . When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be placed in such . If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may
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    notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation may void the users authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class B digital
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    Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its lifetime. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned 2 during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the
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    High-Speed Mode Wireless G Desktop Network Card Belkin Tech Support US: 877.736.5771 310.898.1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 666 040 Belkin, Ltd. 7 Bowen Crescent • West Gosford NSW 2250 • Australia Tel: +61 (0) 2 4372 8600 Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603 Belkin Corporation 501
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F5D7001
Connect your desktop computer to a
FASTER
wireless network
User Manual
High-Speed Mode
Wireless G Desktop
Network Card