Belkin F5D8073 user manual Setting Wireless Network Profiles, Securing your Wi-FiNetwork

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Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility

The WNU also features a “Solution Tips” section that provides troubleshooting guidelines.

Setting Wireless Network Profiles

The “My Connections” tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and network type.

Securing your Wi-Fi®Network

If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box.

*Note: Types of security

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Contents Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionBenefits of a Home Network Introduction Placement of your Wireless Router or Access PointAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phone PlacementSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkOverview Product FeaturesProduct Specifications OverviewApplications and Advantages Power LED Package ContentsAdapter Connector System RequirementsInstallation Process for Windows Vista Installing and Setting up the AdapterSection 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 Lost Wireless Connection Network StatusAvailable Networks Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Network Status and Solution TipsConnection Failure Securing your Wi-FiNetwork Setting Wireless Network ProfilesWired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a less secure, but more Bit WEP Wireless Protected Access WPA is the new standardBit Encryption Encryption KeysC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA Configuring your Adapter to use SecurityChanging the Wireless Security Settings Bit WEP Encryption WEP SetupC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA-PSK no server Wireless Networking Utility Help Wireless Networking Utility OptionsAdvanced Diagnostic Tools Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly TroubleshootingName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Power LED does not come on Adapter is not working TroubleshootingLink LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet Data transfer is sometimes slow Signal strength is poorTroubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Coverage Belkin Wireless Comparison ChartTechnical Support Information FCC StatementFederal Communications Commission Notice Information How state law relates to the warranty Belkin Tech Support Belkin International, IncBelkin B.V. Boeing Avenue