Belkin BASIC F7D1101 User Manual

BasicWireless UsB AdApterUser ManualF7D1101 8820-00382

8OVERVIEWApplications and Advantages • Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office – Offers the freedom of networking without cables•

9OVERVIEWProduct SpecificationsHost Interface: USB 2.0Operating Temperature: 32–140 degrees F (0–60 degrees C)Storage Temperature: -4–176 degrees F (-

10OVERVIEW(a) Protective CapThe cap is provided to protect the USB connector during transportation. Remove the cap before inserting the Adapter to you

11OVERVIEWSystem Requirements• PC-compatible laptop with one available USB 2.0 bus-power port• Windows® XP with SP2 or later, Windows Vista®, or Windo

12INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA. Installation Process for Windows Vista and 7NOTE: For information on updated drivers, please visit the Belki

13INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.3 The InstallShield Wizard will start the installation process. A.4 A window may appear showing the mess

14INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.5 When prompted, plug in your Adapter. A.6 When the installation completes, you will see the following p

15INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.7 Click “Finish” to restart your computer. A.8 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing

16INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.9 In the Control Panel, click on “View network status and tasks”.A.10 In the Network and Sharing Center,

17INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.11 In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click “Connect”. A.12 Your Adapter will at

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction ...1Benefits of a Home Network... 1Advantag

18INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.13 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter a network secur

19INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERA.15 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just established. The l

20INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERB. Installation Process for Windows XPIMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER.B.1 Insert

21INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERB.3 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking “Browse”; or, simply click “Next”

22INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERB.5 A window may appear showing the message, “The software you are installing…” This DOES NOT indicate a pro

23INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERB.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 3–15 seconds. If it does, select “Install the software aut

24INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE ADAPTERConnecting to a Secure Wi-Fi® Network If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of secur

25TROUBLESHOOTINGI can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the fo

26TROUBLESHOOTINGLink LED is blinking slowly; I cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet.If your Adapter appears to be functioning properl

27TROUBLESHOOTINGData transfer is sometimes slow.Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between d

1INTRODUCTIONThank you for purchasing the Belkin Basic Wireless USB Adapter. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the free

28TROUBLESHOOTINGLimiting the wireless transmit rate – Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection

29TROUBLESHOOTINGThe Adapter does not perform or connection is slow when computer has a built-in wired Ethernet card.This condition occurs if your com

30TROUBLESHOOTINGBelkin Wireless Comparison Chart*Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment.Wireless Technolog

31TROUBLESHOOTINGTechnical Support UShttp://www.belkin.com/supportUKhttp://www.belkin.com/uk/supportAustraliahttp://www.belkin.com/au/support New Zeal

32FCC StatementDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 12045 Waterfront Drive, L

33INFORMATIONFCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority

34INFORMATIONBelkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product WarrantyWhat this warranty covers.Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to th

35INFORMATIONHow to get service. To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at

36INFORMATIONHow state law relates to the warranty.THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EX

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2INTRODUCTIONAdvantages of a Wireless Network• Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—now you can work on a networked laptop o

3INTRODUCTIONPlacement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal PerformanceYour wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer

4INTRODUCTION1. Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point)Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection point of your

5INTRODUCTION3. Cordless Phone PlacementIf the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a co

6INTRODUCTION5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLSecure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is importa

7OVERVIEWProduct Features The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11g specification to communicate with other 802.11g-compliant wireless devices at up