Page 2 - Table of Contents; Installing and Setting Up the Card
1 Table of Contents 1 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....
Page 3 - Introduction; Advantages of a Wireless Network; ct
1 Introduction 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 se ct io n Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Network Card (the Card). The Card features 802.11g and 802.11a technology, which allows you to share networked files and resources wirelessly. The Card works like a conventional network card, ...
Page 4 - Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for; Wireless Router or Access Point Placement
3 2 Introduction 3 2 Introduction Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your router (or access point). Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the sam...
Page 5 - Avoid Obstacles and Interference; Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
3 Introduction Introduction 3 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 se ct io n 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio “noise”, such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators • Washer...
Page 8 - Product Features
7 6 Overview 7 6 Overview Product Features The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g standards in order to communicate with other 802.11a- and 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at 108Mbps. The Card is compatible with 802.11b devices at 11Mbps. 802.11g and 802.11b products operate on the s...
Page 9 - Overview; Applications and Advantages; Wireless roaming with a desktop around the home or office; Product Specifications
7 Overview 7 Applications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a desktop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables. • Compatibility with 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products Compatible with existing Wi-Fi ® networks and with other products that display the Wi-Fi m...
Page 11 - Installing and Setting Up the Card
99 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Step 1 InstallImportant: Install the Software before Inserting the Card 1.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. 1.2 The Belkin Setup Utility screen will automatically appear. (This may take 15-20 seconds to appear.) Click “Install” to start the insta...
Page 13 - Your setup is now complete!
11 Installing and Setting Up the Card 11 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Step 3 ConnectConnect to a Network Using the Wireless Network Utility 3.1 Double-click on the “Signal Indicator” icon located in the lower right cor ner of your screen (in the system tray) to bring up the Belkin Wireless Network Utility...
Page 14 - How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility
13 12 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 13 12 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Double-click on the “Signal Indicator” icon located in the lower right cor ner of your screen (in the system tray) to bring up the Belkin Wireless Network...
Page 15 - Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility
13 13 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility (d) Channel Displays the channel the network is on. (e) Encryption Displays “Off” when encryption is disabled, “WEP” when either 64-bit or 128-bit is enabled, or “WPA” when WPA is enabled. (f) Link Speed Displays the data rate of...
Page 16 - Finding Available Networks in your Area
15 14 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 15 14 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Finding Available Networks in your Area Click on the “Available Networks” tab to display a list of all available wireless routers (and/or access points) in your area. To connect to an available network, c...
Page 18 - Setting up Wireless Network Profiles
17 16 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 17 16 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Setting up Wireless Network Profiles Using Profiles allows you to save configurations for different wireless networks, for instance at home or at work without having to reconfigure your connection each ti...
Page 21 - Securing your Wi-Fi Network
19 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 19 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Securing your Wi-Fi Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from unwanted intrusion. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user....
Page 22 - Encryption Keys
21 20 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 21 20 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption. Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit W...
Page 24 - Setting Up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point)
23 22 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 23 22 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Setting Up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to Use Security To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router or access point. For the Belkin Wireless Rout...
Page 25 - WEP Setup; 4-Bit WEP Encryption
23 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 23 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. 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 passphrase in the “Passph...
Page 26 - 28-Bit WEP Encryption
25 24 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 25 24 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 128-Bit WEP Encryption 1. 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...
Page 29 - Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security; Connecting to a Wireless Network using 64-Bit or 128-Bit WEP:
27 Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility 27 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security At this point, you should already have your wireless router or access point set to use WPA or WEP (see “Securing your Wireless Network” section of this manual). In order for y...
Page 37 - Troubleshooting
35 Troubleshooting 35 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (125HSM) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) router, “Belkin54g” is the default name. If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should be “WLAN”. If you are using a Belkin Pre-N Router, the default name shoul...
Page 38 - Solution
37 36 Troubleshooting 37 36 Troubleshooting Problem: Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility. Solution If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. If the Setup Utility scree...
Page 40 - Changing the wireless channel
39 38 39 38 In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to five to 10 feet from the wireless router or access point. Please see the section titled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance” of t...
Page 41 - Step 1
39 Troubleshooting 39 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.It’s essential to know which utility is managing your Card. We recommend using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility.To use the Belkin Wireless Network Utility follow the steps below: Step 1 Right-click on the network st...
Page 43 - Wireless Comparison Chart; Speed
41 Troubleshooting 41 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 Wireless Comparison Chart Wir eless Networks 802.11b 802.11g 802.11a+g Belkin Pr e-N Speed 11Mbps 54Mbps 108Mbps 108Mbps Fr equency Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Common h...
Page 44 - Technical Support
43 42 43 42 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 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546Singapore: 800 6...
Page 45 - Information; Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.; FCC Statement
43 Information 43 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 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 a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation...
Page 46 - Modifications
45 44 Information 45 44 Information 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 of ...
Page 48 - Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
46 Information 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 product at no charge provided it is returned during...
Page 49 - Notebook Network Card
Belkin Ltd. 7 Bowen Crescent, West Gosford NSW 2250, Australia+61 (0) 2 4372 8600+61 (0) 2 4372 8603 fax Belkin B.V. Boeing Avenue 3331119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands+31 (0) 20 654 7300+31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax Belkin Tech Support US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460...
