Page 2 - Table of Contents; Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility
Table of Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Introduction; ct
Introduction se ct io n 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter. This Adapter is specifically designed to work with notebooks that have an ExpressCard slot. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and ...
Page 5 - Avoid Obstacles and Interference
3 Introduction se ct io n 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. Other objects that can inhibit wireless communication can include: • Refrigerators• Washers and/or dryer...
Page 6 - Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
Introduction 44 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. Use the Site Survey capabilities of your Belkin Wire...
Page 7 - Overview; Product Features
5 Overview se ct io n 5 2 3 4 5 6 Product Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE draft-802.11n specification to communicate with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at up to 300Mbps*. The Adapter is also compatible with 802.11g devices at 54Mbps as well as 802.11b products at 11Mbps....
Page 8 - Applications and Advantages; Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office; Connection rates of up to 300Mbps*; Product Specifications
Overview 66 Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables • Connection rates of up to 300Mbps* Provides immediate high-speed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the us...
Page 9 - System Requirements
7 Overview se ct io n 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 (a) Power LED Lights up when the Adapter is powered up (b) Link/Activity LED Lights up when the Adapter is connected; flashes when wireless activity is detected (c) Adapter Connector Part of the Adapter that fits into your computer’s CardBus slot System Requiremen...
Page 10 - Installing and Setting up the Adapter; A. Installation Process for Windows Vista; For information on updated drivers
Installing and Setting up the Adapter 88 A. Installation Process for Windows Vista ***NOTE: At the time of initial release of this product, Windows Vista drivers were not available for release and might not be included on the CD shipped with your product. For information on updated drivers for Windo...
Page 14 - B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than; Note
Installing and Setting up the Adapter 12 12 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. A.16 Depending on the security settings of your wir...
Page 17 - Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility
15 Installing and Setting up the Adapter se ct io n 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 C. Configuration 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 ...
Page 18 - Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 16 16 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 To access ...
Page 19 - Network Status
17 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 17 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. It ...
Page 20 - Connection Failure
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 18 18 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 Wi...
Page 21 - Setting Wireless Network Profiles
19 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 The WNU also features a “Solution Tips” section that provides troubleshooting guidelines. Setting Wireless Network Profiles The “My Connections” tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete connection profiles. It also d...
Page 23 - At the time of publication, four Encryption Methods are available:; WEP
21 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 Wireless Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in the wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters support this technology. Please check your wireless adapter’s user manual to check if it supports WPA. ...
Page 24 - Encryption Keys; AF
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 22 22 128-Bit Encryption As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits t...
Page 25 - WPA; Setting up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point)
23 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 23 1 2 3 4 5 6 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 on your wire...
Page 26 - Changing the Wireless Security Settings
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 24 24 Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled.To enable security, you will first need...
Page 27 - WEP Setup
25 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 25 1 2 3 4 5 6 WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption1. 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 comb...
Page 30 - Wireless Networking Utility Options
Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility 28 28 3. Click “Save” to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. Wireless Networking Utility Options The “Options” tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. Wireless Networking...
Page 31 - Advanced Diagnostic Tools
29 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility se ct io n 29 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 connectivit...
Page 32 - Troubleshooting; I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.; NOT
Troubleshooting 30 30 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 Router, the lights should be as follows: • The ...
Page 33 - The name of your wireless network appears in
31 Troubleshooting se ct io n 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should have a list of “Available Networks”. Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Belk...
Page 34 - The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list; Installation CD-ROM does not start Belkin Wireless
Troubleshooting 32 32 The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of “Available Networks”. If the correct network name is not listed, check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the...
Page 35 - Link LED is blinking slowly I cannot connect to a; Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet.
33 Troubleshooting se ct io n 33 1 2 3 4 5 6 Link LED is blinking slowly; I 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 t...
Page 36 - Data transfer is sometimes slow.; decreases; increases; Changing the wireless channel –
Troubleshooting 34 34 Data transfer is sometimes slow. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst cul...
Page 37 - Limiting the wireless transmit rate –; Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray?
35 Troubleshooting se ct io n 35 1 2 3 4 5 6 Limiting the wireless transmit rate – Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Window...
Page 38 - Adapter does not perform or connection is unstable when computer
Troubleshooting 36 36 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 ™ ). This condition occurs if your computer has a built-in wireless card while your Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter is also...
Page 39 - Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart
37 Troubleshooting se ct io n 37 1 2 3 4 5 6 Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart Wireless Technology G (802.11g) G Plus MIMO (802.11g with MIMO MRC) N MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) N1 MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) Speed/Data Rate* Up to 54Mbps* Up to 54Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* Frequency Co...
Page 40 - Technical Support; networking
Troubleshooting 38 38 Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/ networking . If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 6...
Page 41 - Information; FCC Statement; DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES; Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.
39 Information se ct io n 39 1 2 3 4 6 FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Inter national, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8073 to which this declaration rel...
Page 43 - How state law relates to the warranty.
41 Information se ct io n 41 1 2 3 4 5 6 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged ...
Page 44 - Belkin Tech Support; N Wireless
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