Page 2 - T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Overview Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3...
Page 3 - I N T R O D U C T I O N; Congratulations on your purchase of this
2 I N T R O D U C T I O N Congratulations on your purchase of this Bluetooth Access Point with USB Print Server (the AP) from Belkin. The AP adds the convenience of wireless Bluetooth technology and LAN printing to a USB printer. Print jobs can be sent to the connected USBprinters from a computer or...
Page 4 - O V E R V I E W; Package Contents; System Requirements
O V E R V I E W 3 Package Contents • Bluetooth Access Point with USB Print Server • Print Server Utility CD-Rom • User Manual • Quick Installation Guide • Registration Card System Requirements • At least one computing device equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology • TCP/IP networking protocol in...
Page 5 - Key Features and Benefits
Key Features and Benefits • Offers compatibility with any Bluetooth v1.1-compliant device • Allows you to work at distances of up to 100 meters • Features flash-upgrade support • Offers built-in security using 128-bit encryption and authentication, allowing you to securely access any Bluetooth devic...
Page 6 - Applications
O V E R V I E W 5 Applications SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) • SOHO users who need easy and quick setup Wireless roaming with a PDA or laptop around the home or office • Gain the freedom you need to access the Web, and e-mail around the home and office without cables Wireless printing with your PD...
Page 7 - Product Specifications
6 O V E R V I E W Product Specifications Bluetooth Compliance Version 1.1 Physical Interfaces 2 USB A Connectors,RJ45 Connector Operating Frequency 2.4 to 2.4835GHz Output Power 0 to 20 dBm, Class 1 Sensitivity < 0.1% BER at -70 dBm Data Rate 723/56Kbps Asynchronous,400/400Kbps Synchronous Operat...
Page 8 - Unit Display Diagrams:
7 O V E R V I E W Unit Display Diagrams: Power LED(Green) System LED(Green) LAN LED(Green) Connected LED(Green) Bluetooth LED (Blue) USB 1 LED(Amber) USB LED 2(Amber) P74181_F8T030_man.qxd 1/10/03 5:34 PM Page 7
Page 9 - On: Indicates that the AP is receiving power
8 O V E R V I E W Front Panel: Power LED (Green) On: Indicates that the AP is receiving power System LED (Green) Blinks once per second: AP has obtained a valid IP address or has a pre-configured IP addressBlinks 3 times per second: AP has not obtained a valid IP Address LAN LED (Green) On: AP is co...
Page 12 - Connecting Network Cables and Powering On; H A R D W A R E I N S T A L L A T I O N; Wall Jack
Connecting Network Cables and Powering On Connect one end of a standard CAT5 twisted-pair cable to the RJ45 connector on theAP and connect the other end to a 10Base-T or 100Base-T Ethernet router/switch orwall drop jack. H A R D W A R E I N S T A L L A T I O N 11 Wall Jack P74181_F8T030_man.qxd 1/10...
Page 14 - Attach one end of a USB cable to one of the USB ports on the AP.
Connecting USB Printers (optional) The AP supports up to two USB printers. Please do not connect any devices other thana USB printer directly to these ports. 1. Attach one end of a USB cable to one of the USB ports on the AP. 2. Connect the other end to an available USB printer. 3. Repeat steps 1 an...
Page 15 - D H C P S E T U P
The IP address will automatically be set if your network has DHCP. Once the AP is connected to the network, it will attempt to get an address from aDHCP server upon power up. Note: The AP will use the stored address and will not try DHCP if an IP address hasbeen manually stored via the web manager. ...
Page 16 - Viewing Network Parameters
Connecting Is as Easy as 1.2.3.4 It’s easy to connect to the AP and manage it. You can connect to the AP using Bluetooth technology, and a browser to connect to: http://1.2.3.4. This is the address of every AP as seen from Bluetooth clients, making managing it as easy as 1-2-3-4. Viewing Network Par...
Page 17 - Client Connectivity; O P E R A T I O N A N D S T A T U S
Bluetooth Client Connectivity The current firmware release supports general AP functionality. From a Bluetooth client, you can perform Device Discovery and Service Discovery on the AP, and attach to thenetwork via LAN access over PPP profile. The AP has a built-in NAT router that suppliesclients wit...
Page 18 - Connecting to the AP; The AP can communicate to most clients enabled with
user name and password. When the client prompts for a PPP connection user name andpassword, use user name “guest” and password “guest” (without the quotes). Some clients also require link-key establishment before connecting. If a dialog boxappears asking for a Bluetooth Passkey, enter “belkin”. For ...
Page 21 - Using Pocket PC PDAs with Socket CF Cards
Using Pocket PC PDAs with Socket CF Cards First go to the “Today” page of the Pocket PC. If the Socket software is properlyinstalled, and a working CF card exists in the slot, you should see a Bluetooth icon in the lower right-hand corner. 1. Tap the icon. 2. Tap “ Bluetooth LAN Access”. 3. Tap the ...
Page 22 - Using Palm Handheld with SDIO Card
Socket application will then always connect to this AP. In addition, certain applications,such as Pocket Explorer, can be setup to automatically connect to the AP when pagesare requested. Using Palm Handheld with SDIO Card Find the Bluetooth icon and click on it. (You may need to have the “ALL” or “...
Page 24 - Using 3Com PC Cards
Using 3Com PC Cards Connecting to the AP using the 3COM client on a laptop involves first setting up theclient (please refer to the 3COM Bluetooth manual for this). The AP uses the “3COM LAN Access Client”. 1. Run the “ Bluetooth Connection Manager” from the 3COM Bluetooth folder. 2. Start the devic...
Page 25 - “ M Y B L U E T O O T H P L A C E S ” P R O G R A M; Ethernet LAN Connectivity
“ M Y B L U E T O O T H P L A C E S ” P R O G R A M Ethernet LAN Connectivity The AP appears as a typical IP node on the network, with support for ping, telnet, FTPfile service, and http file service. To test the IP address setting, you can browse or ping the IP address. To browse the AP, use the fo...
Page 26 - The AP can be easily managed using any web browser, including a; U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R
“ M Y B L U E T O O T H P L A C E S ” P R O G R A M The AP can be easily managed using any web browser, including a Bluetooth connected client browser. To access the web manager, simply browse the IP address of the unit,or if connected via a Bluetooth client, you can alternately browse http://1.2.3....
Page 27 - U N I N S T A L L I N G T H E S O F T W A R E; On the main page you will see some useful information, such as
U N I N S T A L L I N G T H E S O F T W A R E On the main page you will see some useful information, such as • Connected to: Name of the AP. • Uptime: How long the unit has been operational since the last reboot. • IP address: IP address of the AP that was obtained automatically via DHCP or set manu...
Page 28 - LAN
U N I N S T A L L I N G T H E S O F T W A R E LAN The Belkin AP allows you to automatically obtain an IP address or set one manually. From this page you can access TCP/IP settings • Host Name • IP Address • Subnet Mask • Router/Gateway • DNS • Domain To change network settings, click or tap on the “...
Page 30 - From this page you can view and change
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 29 Bluetooth From this page you can view and change Bluetooth settings. • Bluetooth Name • Bluetooth Connections • Data Activity P74181_F8T030_man.qxd 1/10/03 5:34 PM Page 29
Page 31 - Status
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 30 Bluetooth Status Address: Indicates the Bluetooth device address of the AP. Every Bluetooth device has a unique Bluetooth Device Address (BDA). Connections: Indicates the total number of Bluetooth devices that are currently connected to the AP. Link Status: Ind...
Page 32 - Settings
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 31 Bluetooth Settings Friendly Name: Here you may change the Bluetooth name of your AP. The Bluetooth name is what appears when a Bluetooth client discovers the AP. Max Clients: Here you may specify the maximum number of Bluetooth clients that can be connected to ...
Page 33 - USB; You can connect up to two USB printers and print to them via
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 32 USB You can connect up to two USB printers and print to them via Bluetooth or the (wired) LAN. If you have two USB printers connected to the AP, both may be accessed via Bluetooth only. The wired LAN will only have access to the USB printer connected to the low...
Page 34 - Security
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 33 Security The AP can be configured as an open box, whereby all users have access with a commonuser name and password. The default user name is “guest” and the default password is“guest”. Stronger security can also be implemented where users and their unique pass...
Page 35 - Users; • Show Users
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 34 Bluetooth Users You may create up to eight users withindividual passwords. This feature is disabled by default. • Show Users • Add/Change User • Delete User • Set User Mode Show Users: Lists the users name and password for each created user account. P74181_F8T0...
Page 36 - Use this to add a new
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 35 Add/Change User: Use this to add a new user or to edit a user name and password. Type the user name and password in theprovided text box. Click or tap on the“UPDATE” button to submit changes. Delete User: Delete a user account. Type the name of the user you wis...
Page 37 - This feature allows you to
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 36 Set User Mode: This feature allows you to enable or disable user mode.By default, this feature is set to “OFF”. Click or tap on the “ON” radio button toenable this feature. Click or tap on the“OFF” radio button to disable. NOTE: Changes to these settings will n...
Page 38 - Web Manager
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 37 Web Manager You may enable the web manager authentication to provide protection against unwantedaccess to the web interface on the address http://1.2.3.4. When enabled, the userattempting to access the web manager will be prompted to enter a user name andpasswo...
Page 39 - Utilities; Upgrading The AP Firmware: Web Manager; VERY IMPORTANT NOTE:
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 38 Utilities Upgrading The AP Firmware: Web Manager The AP supports firmware update via http from any web server. Browse the IP address,then select “Utilities”, then “Upgrade” pages. You should see a page showing the current release in the unit and a URL pointing ...
Page 40 - Rebooting the AP
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 39 Rebooting the AP After an upgrade completes, you will need to reboot the unit by cycling power or clicking the “REBOOT” button. NOTE: Once the REBOOT button is clicked, you will lose all network and Bluetooth connections, including the web manager.Some clients ...
Page 41 - Factory Reset
U S I N G T H E W E B M A N A G E R 40 Factory Reset Use this option to revert all settingsof your AP back to the factory presets. See the “Default Settings”section for a complete list of default values. Net Ping Test You may check network connectionsmanually by “pinging” a knownserver or IP address...
Page 42 - B L U E T O O T H T O U S B P R I N T I N G
B L U E T O O T H T O U S B P R I N T I N G 41 The AP contains two external USB host ports. A USB-enabled printer can be attachedto either port and serviced from the AP. Note: You must add a printer, as a “Local Printer” (NOT Network Printer), and selectthe “Bluetooth Serial PORT” as its port. The m...
Page 43 - Go to “Control Panel” and open the “Printers” folder.
B L U E T O O T H T O U S B P R I N T I N G 42 2. Double-click on this icon. A connection via Serial Port Profile over the virtual COMport will be created. This is usually “COM3” or “COM4” but can be configured toanother port. 3. Go to “Control Panel” and open the “Printers” folder. 4. Select the pr...
Page 45 - L A N P R I N T I N G; Configuring your Network Settings; Software Installation; • Computer must be connected to the same Local Area Network as the AP
L A N P R I N T I N G 44 Configuring your Network Settings In order to connect to the Internet, your AP needs an IP address. Typically these areprovided to the AP by a DHCP server. The AP is set to obtain an IP address from the Ethernet via DHCP. However, it is possible for you to pre-configure a fi...
Page 48 - C O N F I G U R I N G Y O U R P R I N T E R; Go to the Control Panel and open the “Printers” folder.
C O N F I G U R I N G Y O U R P R I N T E R 47 Note: You must add a printer, as a Local Printer (NOT a Network Printer), and selectthe port “Belkin” as its port. 1. Go to the Control Panel and open the “Printers” folder. 2. Select the printer that is connected to the AP. 3. Select “File” then “Prope...
Page 49 - Click on “Locate Servers”.
C O N F I G U R I N G Y O U R P R I N T E R 48 5. Click on “Locate Servers”. 6. You will see the server "BELKIN_xxx". Select it by clicking on it. 7. Click “OK”, and then close the “Print Server Properties” window. 8. Your networked computer is now ready to print. P74181_F8T030_man.qxd 1/10/...
Page 50 - D E F A U L T S E T T I N G S
D E F A U L T S E T T I N G S 49 The following are the default settings for the device: • Bluetooth – Enabled • USB – Enabled • IP Address – Obtained via DHCP (not static) • Bluetooth Passkey – Belkin • Bluetooth first client address assigned: 192.168.222.222 • Number of PPP sessions: 5 • Serial Por...
Page 51 - T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G; I can connect to the AP but I cannot connect to external web pages.; Verify the following:
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 50 I can connect to the AP but I cannot connect to external web pages. Verify the following: 1. The Ethernet cable is properly connected to the AP unit. The LAN LED of the APshould be on. If it is not on, then the device is not properly connected to the hub.Please get a...
Page 52 - If you have set the IP address manually:
T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G 51 If you have set the IP address manually: • You may not have a set a default router (default gateway). • You may not have set a DNS server. Go back to the AP home page (http://1.2.3.4 if using Bluetooth client to configure) and select the Configuration page. On this p...
Page 53 - What devices can I connect to the USB?; The currently supported devices are USB printers.; I get disconnected from the AP after a while.; , I cannot discover the AP from a client.
52 52 T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G What devices can I connect to the USB? The currently supported devices are USB printers. I get disconnected from the AP after a while. Some clients such as PDAs and laptops disconnect automatically if the connection isidle for a while. You will need to change the ...
Page 55 - C O M P A T I B I L I T Y L I S T; USB Adapters
C O M P A T I B I L I T Y L I S T 54 Belkin has tested the AP and found it to be compatible with these Bluetooth clients/products: USB Adapters Bluetooth USB Adapter from Belkin, Class 1, part number F8T001 Bluetooth USB Adapter from Belkin, Class 2, part number F8T003 PC Cards Bluetooth PC Card fro...
Page 56 - Laptops with Integrated; Palm Devices
C O M P A T I B I L I T Y L I S T 55 Pocket PC 2000 PDAs Compaq iPAQ with Bluetooth PDA Adapter Card from Belkin (part number F8T020) Compaq iPAQ with Socket CompactFlash Bluetooth card Pocket PC 2002 PDA Compaq iPAQ H3800 with built-in Bluetooth HP Jornada with Socket CompactFlash Bluetooth card Ca...
Page 57 - C O N F I G U R A T I O N N O T E S
C O N F I G U R A T I O N N O T E S 56 BDA Address IP Address Netmask Router DNS Host Name Passkey P74181_F8T030_man.qxd 1/10/03 5:34 PM Page 56
Page 58 - I N F O R M A T I O N; DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
57 I N F O R M A T I O N DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our soleresponsibility that the product, F8T030 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC ...
Page 59 - Modifications
58 I N F O R M A T I O N This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance withthe instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is ...
Page 61 - Belkin Corporation Limited One-Year Product Warranty
60 I N F O R M A T I O N Belkin Corporation Limited One-Year Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its warranty period. If adefect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is...
