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    Wireless G USB Network Adapter User Manual F5D7050
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    the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 18 Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 18 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 21 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 21 Configuring your Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security 26 6. Troubleshooting 35
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    Introduction section Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G USB Network 1 Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office 2 computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to connect a desktop or
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    position between five and 10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point) in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not
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    on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer's information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering. • If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network as possible. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and
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    and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual. 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require
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    you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range 3 Extender/Access Point. For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website 4 at www.belkin.com/networking or or call Belkin Technical Support at: 5 US: 877-736-5771 800-223-5546 ext. 2263
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    Overview Product Features The Wireless G USB Network Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 54Mbps or the faster G Plus. • 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation • Integrated, easy-to-use profile
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    with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking-without cables 2 • Connection rates of up to 54Mbps Provides immediate wireless connectivity at home, work, and 3 hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b and 802.11g products • Compatibility
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    Overview System Requirements • PC with one available USB port • Windows® 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista®** Package Contents • Wireless G USB Network Adapter with Desktop Stand (and attached USB cable) • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD • User Manual 8
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    section Knowing your Wireless G USB Network Adapter (a) Protective Cap 1 (b) Activity LED 2 3 (c) USB Adapter 4 (a) Protective Cap 5 6 (d) Desktop Adapter Base (Optional Use) The cap can be stored on the 7 opposite end of the USB connector. The cap snaps over the USB connector for
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    Installing and Setting Up the Adapter A. Installation Process for Windows Vista Step 1 Install **NOTE: For information on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support. IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. A1.1 Insert the Installation Software
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    install the driver software" to continue. A1.7 11 You might see a screen similar to this one. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select "Install this driver software anyway" and follow the on-screen instructions.
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    Installing and Setting Up the Adapter A1.8 When the installation completes, click on "Finish". Next, a screen appears indicating complete. Step 2 Connect and Configure A2.1 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the "Start" menu. 12
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    In the Control Panel, click 1 on "View network status and tasks". 2 3 4 5 A2.3 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on "Connect 6 to a network". 7 A2.4 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click "Connect". A2.5 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to the
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    the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Click "Connect" after you have done so. A2.7 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Adapter is in range. A2.8 The
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    Up the Adapter B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other 1 than Windows Vista 2 Step 1 Install 3 IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. B1.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 4 B1.2 The Belkin Wireless 5 Card Installer
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    USB Adapter now" will appear. Connect the Adapter to your computer. B1.5 You might see a screen similar to this one. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select "Continue Anyway" and follow the on-screen instructions
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    successfully installing the Adapter, double-click the 6 Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon located on the desktop screen. 7 B2.2 The Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. Select a network to which to connect by selecting a network from the "Available Networks" list. Then
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away. Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The Wireless Network Utility's (WNU) default screen is the "Current Status" tab. This tab displays the current network status and available networks. Network Status This window displays the connection status of the current network, between
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    understand the current Network Status, click "Open Wireless Utility". The default screen will be the "Current Status" tab and the "Network Status" section determines which connections are good and/or faulty. The WNU also features a "Solution Tips" section that provides troubleshooting tips. 20
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Setting Wireless Network Profiles 1 The "My Connections" tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and 2 network type. 3 4 5 6 7 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network If you
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see the simple security screen. Click the "Advanced" button to see other security options (below). 22
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    Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in the wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters support 4 this technology. Please check your wireless adapter's user manual to check if it supports WPA. Instead of a hex key, WPA uses only passphrases, which are much easier
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    . 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 is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility section Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WPA) 1 WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment 2 must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be
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    same security settings. Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) and the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). It also supports the Wi-Fi Protected
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WPS uses WPA2 (described below) for encryption. It does 1 not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing your wireless network. On your client utility, 2 WPS-enabled networks are denoted with the key icon. You may
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility The Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is used by the
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WEP Setup 1 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "WEP" from the drop-down menu. 2 2. After selecting WEP encryption mode, enter the key that's been set up in your wireless router (access point) by typing in the hex key 3 manually, or you can type in a
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "WEP" from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, enter the key that's been set up in your wireless router (access point) by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WPA-PSK (no server) 1 Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK (no server) is typically used in home and small-office networking. 2 1. From the "Network Authentication" drop-down menu, select "WPA- PSK". Then, from
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Wireless Networking Utility Options The "Options" tab on the Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) provides the user with the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. 32
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Wireless Networking Utility Help 1 The WNU "Help" tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, as well as advanced diagnostic tools. 2 3 4 5 6 7 section 33
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    Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Advanced Diagnostic Tools The "Advanced Diagnostic Tools" section is the central control panel for all the settings of the hardware and software components of the wireless network. It provides an array of tests and connectivity services to ensure optimal network
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    5 go to number 2, below. If this is NOT the case, please contact Belkin technical support. 6 If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Router, consult that router 7 manufacturer's user guide. 2. Open your Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at
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    connecting to the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support. The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of "Available Networks". If the correct network name is not listed under "Available Networks" in the WNU, please attempt the following troubleshooting steps
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    is indicated, contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is blinking slowly; cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet. If your Adapter appears to be functioning properly, but you cannot connect to a network or you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of your screen, the problem may be
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    in order for the Adapter to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see the "Securing your Wi-Fi Network" section in this manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Wireless technology is radio
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    manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 6 Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? 7 Which one should I use? There are several features and advantages to using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless
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    at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps; and Draft-N works at 270/300Mbps. Draft-N, the draft implementation to the
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    section Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart 1 2 Draft-N 802.11a 802.11g 802.11b Wireless Technology 3 Speed* 600% faster 4 11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps than standard 802.11g* 5 and throughput *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. 41
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    Troubleshooting 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 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87
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    section Information 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 43
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    FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D7050 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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    that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 2 Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry 3 Canada. This Class
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    information: a. The part number of the Belkin product. b. Where you purchased the product. c. When you purchased the product. d. Copy of original receipt. 2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with
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    states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF
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    Wireless G USB Network Adapter Belkin Tech Support US: 8 77-736-5771 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 65 64857620 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Belkin International, Inc. 501 West Walnut Street Los
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User Manual
F5D7050
Wireless G
USB Network Adapter