Page 2 - Table of Contents
1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . 1Placement of your Wireless...
Page 3 - Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin; Introduction
1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom you need around the home or office without using cables. The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a conventio...
Page 4 - ct; Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for; degrade; . This may or may not be; Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware; • Ensure that your Wireless Router (or Access Point) networking
2 Introduction Introduction 3 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Wireless Router (or Access Point). Typical indoor operating range for your wirele...
Page 5 - Avoid Obstacles and Interference
2 Introduction Introduction 3 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 • In multistory homes, place the Wireless Router (or Access Point) on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the Router on an upper floor. • Try not to place the Wireless Router (or A...
Page 6 - Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network; • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect
4 Introduction Introduction 5 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 4. Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network 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...
Page 8 - Features; in virtually any desktop or notebook computer; Applications and Advantages; Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office; Offers the freedom of networking—without cables.; Frequently changing environments
6 Introduction Introduction 7 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g standard in order to communicate with other 802.11g and 802.11b-compliant wireless devices. • 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation• Integrated, easy-to-us...
Page 9 - Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time; Product Specifications; Operating Temperature:; System Requirements
6 Introduction Introduction 7 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 8 • Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time Sets up temporary networks such as at trade shows, exhibitions, and constructions sites, which need networks on a short-term basis; also companies who need additional workstations...
Page 10 - Protective Cap
8 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter 9 se ct io n 4 5 6 7 8 Protective Cap Activity LED Blinking Green: ScanningOff: No ActivityOn: Connected to network USB Adapter Desktop stand (Optional Use) The cap can be stored on the opposite end of the ...
Page 11 - Step 1 Install the Software; Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.; DOES; mean there is a problem. Click
8 Knowing your Wireless USB Network Adapter Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter 9 se ct io n 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 33 Step 1 Install the Software WARNING: Install the software before inserting the Adapter 1.1 Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter Set...
Page 12 - When the installer is done installing; Step 2 Connect the USB Adapter to your PC; After the software installation is; Product Placement
10 Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter 11 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 1.6 When the installer is done installing the software, you will see the following screen. Click “Finish”. Step 2 Connect the USB Adapter to your PC 2.1 After the soft...
Page 13 - Step 3 Let Windows Finish the Installation; After connecting your Adapter,; DOES NOT; If you are using Windows 98SE or
10 Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter 11 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Step 3 Let Windows Finish the Installation 3.1 After connecting your Adapter, Windows will detect that new hardware has been installed. Depending on your version of Wi...
Page 14 - A small icon in your system tray (bottom right cor ner of most
12 Installing and setting up the USB Network Adapter Uninstalling the Software and Drivers 13 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 3.5 A small icon in your system tray (bottom right cor ner of most screens) will appear. This is your shortcut to the Belkin Wireless Monitor. It also indicates the status of your...
Page 16 - USING THE BELKIN WIRELESS MONITOR UTILITY; Status Tab
14 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 15 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 When you launch the Wireless LAN Monitor Utility (the Utility), you will be presented with the screen below. The following small icon will also be present in your system tray....
Page 18 - indicates that you are currently connected to this
16 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 17 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Access Point (AP) List Tab To view a list of all available networks in your area, select the “AP List” tab. In the window, you will be presented with a list showing you the av...
Page 19 - How to connect to a wireless network in the Access Point (AP) list
16 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 17 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 (d) Site Information When you highlight a network name in the AP list by clicking on it one time, the detailed information about that network will be available here. You will ...
Page 20 - Click “Add” to open the new profile screen. Type in a name for
18 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 19 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Creating a new Profile1. Click “Add” to open the new profile screen. Type in a name for the profile. The name can be anything you want. You should pick something easy to remem...
Page 22 - After selecting the Authentication Mode, select the encryption
20 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 21 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 (b) After selecting the Authentication Mode, select the encryption type your network uses from the Encryption drop-down menu. Please see the section of this manual titled “Sec...
Page 23 - Enter the key in the “Key” box and select the key to use in
20 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 21 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 (d) Enter the key in the “Key” box and select the key to use in the “Key Index” drop-down menu. This information should be provided by your network administrator. TIP: Most ke...
Page 25 - Windows XP Users; Disabling the Belkin Wireless Network Monitor Utility in; Right-click on the system tray icon.
22 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 23 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Windows XP Users If you are using Windows XP, please read this section.Windows XP integrates a wireless management utility referred to as Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuratio...
Page 26 - Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use WPA-PSK; Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following
24 Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility 25 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure that you are using “Windows Wireless Network Utility” by doing the following: 1 ....
Page 28 - Securing your Wireless Network
26 Securing your Wireless Network Securing your Wireless Network 27 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Securing your Wireless Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from unwanted intrusions. This section is intended for the home, home of...
Page 29 - Setting Up your Belkin Wireless Router or Access Point
26 Securing your Wireless Network Securing your Wireless Network 27 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Most wireless products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you may need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure all your wireless devices are sharing the same network key.The...
Page 30 - WEP Setup; After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your
28 Securing your Wireless Network Securing your Wireless Network 29 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption1. 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 pa...
Page 31 - Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router
28 Securing your Wireless Network Securing your Wireless Network 29 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 128-Bit WEP Encryption1. Select “128-bit 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 p...
Page 32 - I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly; NOT
30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 31 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly If you are unable to connect to the Inter net from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 1. Look at the lights on your Wireless Router. If you’re using a Belkin Wireless Route...
Page 33 - I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly (continued); The name of your wireless network appears in AP List; Click on the correct network name in the AP list and then; The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in; If possible, temporarily move the computer five to ten feet
30 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 31 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly (continued) The name of your wireless network appears in AP List If the correct network name is listed in the AP List, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the corr...
Page 34 - Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility; To check the Adapter settings or look for an available
32 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 33 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 If you are still unable to access the Inter net after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Utility automatically, it co...
Page 35 - Link LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet; decreases; when the distance between devices; increases; . Other factors that
32 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 33 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 For more information about setting up a SSID please reference your router’s user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet If you have a...
Page 36 - Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray?; Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray
34 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 35 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site surve...
Page 37 - Wireless Comparison
34 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 35 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 on the designation 802.11(x), so named b...
Page 38 - Technical Support; You can find technical support information at
36 Troubleshooting Information 37 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 04...
Page 39 - Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.; The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio; Federal Communications Commission Notice; residential installation.; FCC Statement
36 Troubleshooting Information 37 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such manner that the potential for human contact norma...
Page 40 - Modifications
38 Information Information 39 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or ...
Page 41 - Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty; IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED
38 Information Information 39 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin 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 produc...
Page 42 - Knowing Your Router; Wireless G USB
Knowing Your Router Belkin, Ltd.7 Bowen Crescent • West GosfordNSW 2250 • AustraliaTel: +61 (0) 2 4372 8600Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603 Belkin Components B.V.Starparc Building • Boeing Avenue 3331119 PH Schiphol-Rijk • The NetherlandsTel: +31 (0) 20 654 7300Fax: +31 (0) 20 654 7349 Belkin Tech SupportUS...
