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    Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter User Manual F5D9050
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    14 Accessing the Belkin WNU from the Windows System Tray 14 Network Status 15 Available Networks 15 Network Status and Solution Tips 16 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 17 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 17 Configuring your Adapter to use Security 21 5 Troubleshooting 27 6 Information 36
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    Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this 1 great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to connect a computer with
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    10 feet 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 prohibit your wireless network
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    channel from your wireless network as possible. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your wireless router (or access point) to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary depending on your region.) See your phone's user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider
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    wireless devices. For more Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual by re-running the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure your power management setting in Windows, see the "Power Options" item
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    2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer with a 5 USB 2.0 port • WPA2, WPA, 64-bit or 128-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy)• Wireless access to networked resources 6 • Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes • Data rate of up to 54Mbps (802.11g
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    ) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need Product Specifications Host Interface: USB 10-85% non-condensing Storing: 5-90% non-condensing Typical Operating Range: Up to 1,000 ft. (304.8m) (wireless performance may vary depending on the networking
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    around your computer. System Requirements • PC-compatible laptop with one available USB port • Windows® 2000 or XP • Mac OS® X v10.3.x or v10.4.x Package Contents • Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter • Desktop Stand • Quick Installation Guide • Installation Software CD • User Manual 
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    Installing and Setting up the Adapter Step 1 Install IMPORTANT: Install the software before inserting the Adapter. 1.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear. (This may take 15-20 seconds.) Click "Install
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    my computer later" and 3 click "Finish". 4 5 1.6 You might see a screen similar 6 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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    Installing and Setting up the Adapter Step 2 Insert Insert the Adapter into your Computer 2.1 After the software installation is complete, the message "Please plug in your USB Adapter now" will appear. Insert your Belkin Adapter. 2.2 The Found New Hardware Wizard will appear. (This may take 15-
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    section Installing and Setting up the Adapter 1 2.4 The installation is now complete. Click "Finish" to exit. 2 3 4 5 6 11
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    and Setting up the Adapter Step 3 Configure Use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 3.1 After restarting your computer, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU) icon on the desktop screen. 3.2 The Belkin WNU screen will appear. 3.3 Select a network to connect to from
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    section Installing and Setting up the Adapter 1 2 3.4 The Belkin WNU icon can also be found on the system tray. 3 Note: Double-clicking on the Belkin WNU icon on the system tray will bring up the "Utility" screen. 4 5 Installation is now complete. 6 13
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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 WNU from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 1 Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of the current network. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, 2 and router and Internet. In the event of a connectivity problem, this window can be used to
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    Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Connection Failure Other options will appear during attempts to reconnect. To stop connecting, click "Stop" and to reattempt connection, click "Retry". Network Status and Solution Tips To further understand the current Network Status, click "Open Wireless Utility
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    section Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Setting Wireless Network Profiles The "My Connections" tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and 1 delete connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and network type. 2 3 4 5 6 Securing your Wi-Fi® Network If you
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    level (64- or 128-bit), the user will be asked to input a 10- or 26-character hex key. A hex key is a combination of letters, a-f, and numbers, 0-9. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in the wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters support this technology
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    -compliant wireless products. WEP gives wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired network. 64-Bit WEP 64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of systemgenerated data (64 bits total
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    enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your Adapter's configuration screen. WPA 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 must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found
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    or WEP. In order for you to gain wireless connection, you will need to set your Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter to use the same security settings. Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "WEP" from the "Data Encryption" drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security 1 settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Please record the key
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    Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 3. Click "Save" to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. Each of the computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings. WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn
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    Options" tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. Wireless Networking Utility Help The WNU "Help" tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, one-click check for upgrades to updated versions of software, and advanced diagnostic tools. 25
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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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    your modem's user manual. • Reboot the router. • 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 manufacturer's user guide. 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the
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    Troubleshooting 3. The window that opens should have a list of "Available Networks". Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) Router, "Belkin54g" is the default name. If you are using a Belkin
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    your 5 router manufacturer's user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin 6 Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start Belkin Wireless Networking Utility. If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility automatically, it could be
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    wireless router (or access point) must be exactly the same in order for the Adapter to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see "Securing your Wi-Fi Network" on page 17 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support
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    to 10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point). Please see the section titled "Placement of your Wireless Networking 6 Hardware for Optimal Performance" on page 2 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Signal strength
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    Support. Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one do I use? There are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter
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    Windows must now handle two active network connections. You need to disable the Ethernet card from your computer under "Network Adapters" in the Device Manager. What's the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, G Plus, G Plus MIMO, and Pre-N? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking
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    Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Wireless Technology 802.11b G (802.11g) G Plus (802.11g with HSM) G Plus MIMO (802.11g with MIMO MRC) Belkin Pre-N (802.11g with True MIMO) Speed* 11Mbps link *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. 34
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    Troubleshooting Technical Support 1 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: 2 3 US: 877-736-5771 UK: 0845 607 77 87 4 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800
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    FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D9050 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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    notified that any changes or modifications to 1 this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation 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 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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    right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin Corporation for inspection 1 shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin Corporation, Belkin may
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    Wireless G Plus MIMO USB Network Adapter Belkin Tech Support US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Belkin Corporation 501 West Walnut Street Los Angeles, CA 90220-5221, USA
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User Manual
F5D9050
Wireless G Plus MIMO
USB Network Adapter