Belkin F5D7330 - Manual

2 Introduction 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 wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way...

Introduction 3 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 se ct io n 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators• Washers and/or dryers• M...

Overview 6 The Adapter is designed to be positioned horizontally on a desktop, or wall-mounted. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Adapter for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Adapter to provide you with information about network act...

8 Overview Package Contents • Belkin Wireless G Gaming Adapter• Detachable Antenna• Power Supply• USB Power Cable (Optional)• User Manual on CD• Quick Installation Guide• Ether net Cable• Easy Configuration Wizard Software CD-ROM Easy Configuration Wizard System Requirements • At least one computer ...

9 Configuring the Adapter Step 1 Connect A. Connecting to a non-secured network If you are connecting to a hidden or secured network, please see section B. 1. Connect one end of the Ether net cable (included) into the Ether net port on the Adapter. Then, connect the other end to your gaming console....

Connecting and Configuring the Adapter 10 3. Push and hold the “Auto Connect” button found on the back of the Adapter for 10 seconds to connect to the network with the strongest wireless signal within the area. When the Adapter has connected to the router or access point, the “Searching” light (red)...

13 The most convenient way to access the Adapter’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface is to connect the unit to the wireless router through the included cable. Once you finish configuring the device, you can disconnect the cable. If you wish to connect a computer directly to the Adapter to configure ...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 14 Windows ® 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP 1. Go to the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the “Network” icon or the “Network Connections” icon. 2. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” for your wireless adapter and select “Properties”. 3. In the “Gen...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 15 Logging into the Adapter Using your Inter net browser, you can access the Adapter’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.225” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then, press ...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 16 Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Home Page The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Adapter’s status and settings. All advanced setup pa...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 17 (4) Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the Adapter with the press of one button. When you are logged in, this button will change to read “Logout”. Logging into the Adapter will take you to a separat...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 18 Settings > Adapter Settings The “Settings > Adapter Settings” page lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this page you can make changes to the wireless settings. (1) Adapter Name You can name the Adapter by typing a name her...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 19 Examples of a non-routable IP are:192.168.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255) (4) Subnet Mask There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced feature...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 20 Securing your Wi-Fi ® Network Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This section is intended for the home, home-office, and small-office user. At the time of...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 21 Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all Wi-Fi-compliant wireless products. WEP was designed to give wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired net...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 23 Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 two-digit numbers. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key;C3 03 0...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 24 WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2. Select either “Open System”, “Shared Key”, or “Auto” from the “Authentication Mode” drop-down box. 3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by ...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 25 128-Bit WEP Encryption Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple AirPort. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section. 1. S...

Changing System Settings 26 Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your router is equipped with WPA (Wireless Protected Access), the latest wireless security standard. It also supports the legacy security standard, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable...

Changing System Settings se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 29 Utilities Password The Adapter ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it in order to log into the Adap...

Changing System Settings 30 3. The following message will appear. Restoring the defaults includes restarting the Adapter. It can take up to 60 seconds. It is important not to tur n the power off on the Adapter during the restart. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown...

Changing System Settings se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 31 2. A window will open in which you can select the location where you want to save the configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “Config”. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it y...

Changing System Settings 32 Restore Previous Settings This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 1. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.cfg”. Locate the configuration fi...

Changing System Settings se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 33 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 30 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 4. A 30-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Adapter’s configuration will be res...

Changing System Settings 34 Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen such as the following. 1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”. 2. A window will open that allows you to s...

Troubleshooting 38 Problem: Power LED does not come ON; Adapter is not working. Check your physical connections. If the LED indicators do not light, the Adapter may not be connected properly. Solution: Verify that the Adapter is plugged into a power source. Check to see that the cables are connected...

Troubleshooting 40 Problem: My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Signal strength is poor. Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. Solution: Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the...

Troubleshooting 42 Wireless Comparison Chart W ir e le ss Te c h n o lo g y 80 2. 11 b 80 2. 11 g 80 2. 11 a B el ki n P re -N S p e e d * 11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps 600% faster than standard 802.11g* F re q u e n c y Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with ...

Troubleshooting se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 43 Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/ networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 or 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 0...

Information 44 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 during normal operation is minimized. When connecti...

Information se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 45 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio...

Information 46 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin Corporation warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship. What the period of coverage is. Belkin ...

se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 Information 47 Belkin Corporation reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin Corporation for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractic...