Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter English Français User Manual 8820-00050ea Deutsch F6D4050 Nederl ands Español Italiano
Table of Contents Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Adapter allows you to connect a notebook computer to your network.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance 4 6 To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients,” (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Adapters or Cards): Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your wireless router (or access point). Typical indoor operating range for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. Cordless Phone Placement 4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone: In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with yours.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by re-running the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website. Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important.
Overview Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Product Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g specification to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at up to 54Mbps*. The Adapter is also compatible with draft-802.11n devices at 150Mbps as well as 802.11b products at 11Mbps. The Adapter operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b/g Wi-Fi® products. • Connection rates of up to 150Mbps* • 2.
Overview sections Table of Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 Product Specifications (a) Protective Cap Host Interface: USB 2.0 The cap is provided to protect the USB connector during transportation. Remove the cap before inserting the Adapter to your computer’s USB port. Operating Temperature: 32–140 degrees F (0–60 degrees C) Storage Temperature: -4–176 degrees F (-20–80 degrees C) (b) Power/Activity LED Humidity: Max.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 A. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: For information on updated drivers, please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support. IMPORTANT: I NSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. A.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. A.2 Click “Next” to begin the installation process.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 6 A.4 A window may appear showing the message, “Windows can’t verify the publisher of this driver software”. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Click on “Install this driver software anyway” to continue. A.3 The InstallShield Wizard will start the installation process.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 A.7 Click “Finish” to restart your computer. A.5 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. A.6 When the installation completes, you will see the following pop-up message on your Windows taskbar.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 6 A.9 In the Control Panel, click on “View network status and tasks”. A.8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the “Start” menu.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 A.11 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click “Connect”. A.10 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on “Connect to a network”.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 6 A.13 Depending on 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. A.12 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to the selected network.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 6 A.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just established. The links on the left of the window allow you to configure your network connections. A.14 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Adapter is in range.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER. B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within up to 20 seconds. Click “Install Software” or “Next” to start the installation.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 5 B.4 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. B.3 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking “Browse”; or, simply click “Next” to install to the default location.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 B.6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. B.5 A window may appear showing the message, “The software you are installing…” This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Click on “Continue Anyway” to continue.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 B.8 Click “Finish” to restart your computer. B.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3–15 seconds. If it does, select “Install the software automatically” and click “Next” to install the software.
Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 C. Configuration 4 5 6 C.2 The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility C.1 After restarting your computer, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the desktop screen. Note: The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be found on the system tray. C.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 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 The WNU’s default screen is the “Current Status” tab. The “Current Status” tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Network Status 5 6 Connection Failure Right-click on the WNU icon in the Windows task tray and more options will appear. You can retry, view solution tips, or choose another network in the “Available Networks” section. This window displays the connectivity status of the current network. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Network Status and Solution Tips Managing Wireless Network Profiles To further 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 “My Connections” tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete connection profiles.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Connecting to a Secure Wi-Fi® Network If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA/WPA2 or WEP) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box. When you select a network using encryption, you will first see the simple security screen. Click the “Advanced” button to see other security options, including choosing the security type for this connection.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a less secure, but more widely adopted wireless security protocol. Depending on the security level (64- or 128bit), 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/WPA2) is the new standard in wireless security.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 2. For Belkin routers, press the WPS button for two seconds and release. The security icon on the router will flash, indicating that the WPS session has been initiated. 3. You are now connected to the router.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup PIN – Personal Identification Number 2. To use the WPS PIN method, you must have another computer that is already connected to the network and can access the router interface. 1. Select the network to which to connect and click “Connect”. (Please note that there should be a key in the WPS column, indicating that this network is WPS-enabled.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents 3. sections 1 2 3 4. On the computer that is already connected to the router, access the router interface, enter the PIN number, and click on “Enroll”. Please note that the screenshot below is from a Belkin router; other routers’ interfaces will be different. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 26 4 You are now connected to the router.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Wireless Networking Utility Options Wireless Networking Utility Help The “Options” tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. 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.
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 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 performance.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Problem: 4 5 6 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. The tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green): • The “Connected” light should be on, and not blinking. 3. The window that opens should have a list of “Available Networks”. • The “WAN” light should be either on or blinking.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Problem: The name of your wireless network appears in “Available Networks”. The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of “Available Networks”. Solution: Solution: If the correct network name is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” list. 2.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Problem: Installation CD-ROM does not start Belkin Wireless Networking Utility. Link LED is blinking slowly; I cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet. Solution: Solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Problem: Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Solution: Solution: If you have a signal but can’t get online or obtain an IP address, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the encryption key settings in your computer and wireless router (or access point). Check the WEP, WPA, or WPA2 key settings to see if they match.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Problem: 5 6 automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s literature.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Problem: Problem: Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one do I use? The Adapter does not perform or connection is unstable when computer has a second built-in wireless network card (such as a mini PCI or Intel® Centrino™). Solution: Solution: There are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Currently there are three commonly used wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11g, can transmit information up to 54Mbps; 802.11a also supports up to 54Mbps, but in the 5GHz frequency; and 802.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 Technical Support You can find technical-support information on our website, www.belkin.com, by navigating to the tech-support section. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from this list*: *Local rates apply. Enhanced Wireless USB Adapter 36 4 5 6 Country Number Internet adress AUSTRIA 0820 200766 www.belkin.com/de/networking/ BELGIUM 07 07 00 073 www.belkin.com/nl/networking/ www.belkin.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 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, F6D4050, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information sections Table of Contents 1 2 3 IMPORTANT NOTE: IC Radiation Exposure Statement What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty. This equipment has been SAR-evaluated for use in laptops (notebooks) with side-slot configuration. For information on product disposal please refer to http://environmental.belkin.com Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for shipping charges for the product).
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ýesky [Czech] [Belkin Ltd] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [F6D4050] je ve shodČ se základními požadavky a dalšími pĜíslušnými ustanoveními smČrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede [Belkin Ltd] erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr [F6D4050] overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 How to get service. How state law relates to the warranty. Contact Belkin Limited on the support telephone numbers on page 36 THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN.
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