Belkin F6D3010 User Manual

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9898(a) Power LED Lights when the Card is on.(b) Link LED Lights solid when the Card is linked to a wireless network, flashes when the Card is act

99section213456Step 1 InstallImportant: Install the Software before Inserting the Card1.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM dri

11101110Step 2 Insert Insert the Card into your Computer2.1 You will be prompted to remove the CD and insert your Card. To do so, remove the CD

11Installing and Setting Up the Card11section213456Step 3 ConnectConnect to a Network Using the Wireless Network Utility3.1 Double-click on the “

1312Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility1312Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityHow to Access the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityDouble-clic

1313section213456Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility(d) Channel Displays the channel the network is on.(e) Encryption Displays “Off” when en

1514Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility1514Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityFinding Available Networks in your AreaClick on the “Availab

15Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility15section213456(d) Type Will display the network type of either “Access Point” if connected to a router

1716Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility1716Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilitySetting up Wireless Network ProfilesUsing Profiles allows yo

17Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility17section213456(a)(b)(c)Step 2. The next screen you will see allows you to type in the name of the networ

1Table of Contents11. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Advantages of a Wireless Network

1918Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility1918Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityStep 3. The next screen allows you to input security encry

19Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility19section213456Securing your Wi-Fi Network Here are a few different ways to maximize the security of your w

2120Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility2120Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utilityadditional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). S

21Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility21section213456 WPA (with radius server) is a system in which a radius server distributes the network key

2322Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility2322Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilitySetting Up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to

23Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility23section213456WEP Setup64-Bit WEP Encryption1. Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.2. After sele

2524Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility2524Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility128-Bit WEP Encryption1. Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop

25Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility25section213456WPA-PSK (no server)Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK

2726Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility2726Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityWPA (with server) SettingsChoose this setting if your networ

27Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility27section213456Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use SecurityAt this point, you should already have

1Introduction1213456sectionThank you for purchasing the Belkin Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Network Card (the Card). The Card features 802.11g and

2928Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility2928Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityStep 2. Next depending on the WEP security settings the r

29Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility29section213456Step 4. To begin using your new profile, highlight the profile name by clicking on the nam

3130Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility3130Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityConnecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-PSK (no server):

31Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility31section213456Step 3. Next, enter the encryption key in the “Key” box. The key should match the key used

3332Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility3332Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilityConnecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-Radius Server or

33Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility33section213456Step 3. Click “Complete” to save the security settings and the new profile. To begin using

3534Troubleshooting3534TroubleshootingProblem:I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.Solution:If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a

35Troubleshooting35section213456 If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (125HSM) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) router, “Belkin54g” is the default name.

3736Troubleshooting3736TroubleshootingProblem:Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility.SolutionIf the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Utility

37Troubleshooting37section213456Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring u

32Introduction32IntroductionPlacement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal PerformanceYour wireless connection will be stronger the closer

39383938In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to five to 10 feet fro

39Troubleshooting39section213456and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.It’s essential to know which utility is managing your Card. We recommend using th

41404140What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and Pre-N? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which tr

41Troubleshooting41section213456Wireless Comparison ChartWireless Networks802.11b802.11g802.11a+gBelkin Pre-N Speed11Mbps 54Mbps 108Mbps 108MbpsFreq

43424342Technical SupportYou can find technical support information at: www.belkin.com/networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone,

43Information43section213456Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequen

4544Information4544InformationModifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not exp

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46InformationBelkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyBelkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship

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3IntroductionIntroduction3Introduction213456section2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your router (or access point) near devices tha

54Introduction54Introductionaccess point) and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.• Experiment with more than one of

5IntroductionIntroduction5Introduction213456sectionFor more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/network

76Overview76OverviewProduct FeaturesThe Card complies with the IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g standards in order to communicate with other 802.11a- and 802.

7Overview7Applications and Advantages• Wireless roaming with a desktop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables.• C