Belkin F5D8010 Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility, Setting Wireless Network Preferences

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Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility

Setting Wireless Network Preferences

To create a new Wireless Network Profile, click on the “Create” button, which will open up the “Profile” window.

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(a) Profile Name

Enter a profile name of your choice for the new profile.

(b) Service Set Identifier

When this option is selected, then the Card will attempt to connect to any available wireless router or access point in the area. Ad-hoc networks will be excluded from the list of available networks when this option is selected.

(c) Connect to Ad-Hoc Network

When this option is selected, the Card will attempt to connect to any available computer in the area that is configured to be used in ad-hoc mode. Wireless router(s) or access point(s) will be excluded from the list of available networks when this option is selected.

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Contents Wireless Pre-N Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionPlacement of your Wireless Router or Access Point IntroductionChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Cordless Phone PlacementAvoid Obstacles and Interference Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features OverviewOverview Product SpecificationsApplications and Advantages Package Contents Card ConnectorSystem Requirements Activity LEDInstalling and Setting Up the Card Section Installing and Setting Up the Card Install the Wireless Client UtilityInstallation is now complete How to Access the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Client UtilityNavigating the User Interface Using the Expanded View Network List Show BssidAllow Roaming ScanUsing the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Setting Wireless Network PreferencesService Set Identifier Profile NamePower Settings Security Settings Box Save & ActivateCancel Start Ad-Hoc NetworkSecuring your Wi-Fi Network WEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyEncryption Methods Bit WEPBit Encryption Encryption KeysWPA Wi-Fi Protected Access Changing the Wireless Security Settings WEP Setup Bit WEP Encryption C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA-PSK no server WPA with server Settings Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection Signal Quality AuthenticationPower Consumption BssidTroubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyName of your wireless network appears in Network List Troubleshooting Power LED does not come on Card is not workingLink LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poorData transfer is sometimes slow Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart FrequencyTechnical Support Information FCC StatementInformation Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Wi-FI Interoperability Certificate Wireless Pre-N