Belkin F5D9050 user manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

Changing the wireless channel – Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the router is shipped with is channel 11. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region; see your router’s (or access point’s) user manual for instructions on how to choose other channels.

Limiting the wireless transmit rate – Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards and adapters have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections” and double-click on your Adapter’s connection. In the “Properties” dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab, then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate property. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray? Which one do I use?

There are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few.

It’s essential to know which utility is managing your Adapter. We recommend using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility. To use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below:

Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select the “Status” tab.

Step 2 From the “Status” tab, uncheck the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box. Once the box is unchecked, click the “Close” button to close the window.

You are now using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to configure the Adapter.

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Contents USB Network Adapter Page Table of Contents Page Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionBenefits of a Home Network Placement of your Wireless Router or Access Point IntroductionCordless Phone Placement Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLProduct Features OverviewProduct Specifications OverviewApplications and Advantages Package Contents System RequirementsInstalling and Setting up the Adapter Step InstallSection Installing and Setting up the Adapter Step Insert Insert the Adapter into your ComputerInstallation is now complete. Click Finish to exit Step Configure Use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Installation is now complete Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Accessing the Belkin WNU from the Windows System TrayLost Wireless Connection Network StatusAvailable Networks Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Network Status and Solution TipsConnection Failure Setting Wireless Network Profiles Securing your Wi-FiNetworkWireless Equivalent Privacy WEP is a less secure, but Bit WEP WPABit Encryption Encryption KeysC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Configuring your Adapter to use Security Changing the Wireless Security SettingsWEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA-PSK no server Wireless Networking Utility Options Wireless Networking Utility HelpAdvanced Diagnostic Tools Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyTroubleshooting Name of your wireless network appears in Available NetworksPower LED does not come on Adapter is not working Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poor Data transfer is sometimes slowTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart SpeedTroubleshooting Information Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICEurope-European Union Notice What will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?How to get service InformationHow state law relates to the warranty Belkin Tech Support Belkin B.VBelkin Corporation
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