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    Wireless G USB Network Adapter User Manual ME1001-NB
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    Utility . . . 12 Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray 12 Setting Wireless Network Profiles 15 Securing your Wi-Fi Network 15 Configuring your MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security 20 5. Troubleshooting 28 6. Information 34
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    Introduction section Thank you for purchasing the MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new 1 technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to connect a desktop or
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    as possible to the center of your wireless network devices. To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your "wireless clients," (i.e., computers enabled by MyEssentials Wireless Notebook Cards and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that your wireless router's (or access point's) antennas are
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    selection will vary depending on your region.) See your phone's user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. 4. Choose the "Quietest" Channel for your Wireless Network In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as
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    MyEssentials wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • To change your power management setting in Windows, see the "Power Options" item in the
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    section Introduction For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.MyEssentialssupport.com or call MyEssentials 1 Technical Support. 2 3 4 5 6 5
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    or notebook computer • WPA, WPA2, 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 to 54Mbps (802.11g), or 11Mbps (802.11b) • Easy installation and use
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    802.11b 3 and 802.11g products • Compatibility with 802.11b products 4 802.11g wireless LAN solutions are backward-compatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802 , small network installation SOHO users need Product Specifications Host Interface: USB 2.0 interface Power Consumption: Tx/Rx peak
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    Adapter Base (included). System Requirements - PC-compatible desktop computer with one available USB slot and CD-ROM drive - Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP Package Contents - Wireless G USB Network Adapter - Desktop Adapter Base - Quick Installation Guide - Installation Software CD - User Manual
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    Install 1 Important Note: Install the software before connecting 2 the Adapter. 1.1 Insert the Installation Software 3 CD into your CD-ROM drive. 4 1.2 The MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility setup screen 5 will automatically appear (may take 15-20 seconds to appear). 6 1.3 Click
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    to insert your Adapter. Plug the Adapter into an available USB port on your computer and follow the on-screen instructions. Note: If your system did not prompt you to insert your Adapter after the installation is completed, please do so now. 2.2 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility installation
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    and Setting up the Adapter Step 3 Configure 1 Use the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 2 3.1 After successfully installing the Adapter, double-click the 3 MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility icon located on the desktop screen. 4 3.2 The Wireless Networking Utility 5 screen
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    connection and security are just a few easy clicks away. Accessing the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows system tray on the lower right-hand corner of your computer
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    section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU's default screen is the "Current Status" tab. The "Current Status" tab displays the current network status and available networks. Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of the current network,
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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 guidelines. 14
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    section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Setting Wireless Network Profiles The "My Connections" tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete 1 connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and
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    Using the MyEssentials 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). 16
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    1 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 2 numbers, 0-9. Wireless Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in the 3 wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters support this
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    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 MyEssentials 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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    Using the MyEssentials 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 must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be
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    use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain a wireless connection, you must set your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use the same security settings. Changing the Wireless Security Settings The MyEssentials Wireless G USB Network Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy
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    Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility WEP Setup 1 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "WEP" from the drop-down menu. 2 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
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    the hex key, your client will be locked out of the wireless router (or access point). 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select "WEP" from the drop-down menu. 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
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    Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Click "Save" to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. Each of the computers on your wireless network must now be configured with the same security settings. WARNING: If you are using a wireless client
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    Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility WPA-PSK (no server) Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK (no server) is typically used in
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    section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 3. Click "Save" to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. 1 Wireless Networking Utility Options 2 3 4 5 6 The "Options" tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU
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    Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility Wireless Networking Utility Help The WNU "Help" tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, as well as advanced diagnostic tools. Advanced Diagnostic Tools The "Advanced Diagnostic Tools" section is the central control panel for
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    section Using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility 1 2 3 4 5 6 27
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    , go to number 2, below. If this is NOT the case, please contact MyEssentials technical support. If you are not using a MyEssentials Wireless Router, consult that router manufacturer's user guide. 2. Open your Wireless Networking Utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the
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    and SSID" configuration page. For detailed instructions on accessing this page and changing settings, please see your wireless router's (or access point's) User Manual. If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, please contact MyEssentials Technical Support. 29
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    , contact MyEssentials 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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    the Adapter to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see the "Securing your Wi-Fi Network" section of this User Manual. 5 If issues persist even at close range, please contact MyEssentials 6 Technical Support. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Wireless technology
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    use? There are several features and advantages to using the MyEssentials Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few. It's essential to know which utility is managing your
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    Troubleshooting Technical Support 1 You can find technical-support information at www.MyEssentialssupport. com through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: 2 US: 1-866-761-4608 3 4 5 6 section 33
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    Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, MyEssentials, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, ME1001-USB to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC
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    . THE WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. MYESSENTIALS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. No
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    Wireless G USB Network Adapter www.MyEssentialssupport.com MyEssentials Tech Support US: 1-866-761-4608 © 2006 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Windows is either a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft
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Wireless G
USB Network Adapter
User Manual
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