Belkin F5D8010 user manual Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility

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Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility

Setting Up WPA in Windows XP to Connect your Computer to a Wireless Router or Access Point that is Using WPA

In order to use WPA, ensure you are using “Windows Wireless Network Utility” instead of the “Belkin Wireless Client Utility” by doing the following:

1.Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections”.

2.Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection”, and select “Properties”.

3.Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen. Ensure the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box is checked.

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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