Belkin F5D8073 user manual Important Install the Software Before Inserting the Adapter

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Installing and Setting up the Adapter

A.16 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase. Click “Connect” after you have done so.

A.17 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Adapter is in range.

A.18 The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. The links on the left of the window allow you to configure your network connections.

B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista

IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE ADAPTER.

B.1 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive.

B.2 The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within up to

20 seconds. Click “Install Software” or “Next” to start the installation.

Note: If the Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the “My Computer” icon; then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the installation CD has been placed. Then, double-click on the icon named “Setup.exe”.

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Contents Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Table of Contents Benefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction 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 OverviewApplications and Advantages Product SpecificationsOverview Adapter Connector Package ContentsPower LED System RequirementsInstalling and Setting up the Adapter Installation Process for Windows VistaSection Installing and Setting up the Adapter Section Important Install the Software Before Inserting the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Configuration Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Available Networks Lost Wireless ConnectionNetwork Status Connection Failure Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityNetwork Status and Solution Tips Setting Wireless Network Profiles Securing your Wi-FiNetworkWired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a less secure, but more Wireless Protected Access WPA is the new standard Bit WEPC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Bit EncryptionEncryption Keys Configuring your Adapter to use Security WPAChanging the Wireless Security Settings WEP 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 wirelesslyName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Troubleshooting Power LED does not come on Adapter is not workingLink LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poor Data transfer is sometimes slowTroubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart CoverageTechnical Support Federal Communications Commission Notice InformationFCC Statement Information How state law relates to the warranty Belkin B.V. Boeing Avenue Belkin Tech SupportBelkin International, Inc