Belkin F5D8010 user manual Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility

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Using the Belkin Wireless Client Utility

4.Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following screen.

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5.For Home or Small Business Users: Select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”.

NOTE: Select WPA if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as radius server. Please consult your network administrator for further information.

6.Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”. This setting will have to be identical to the router you set up.

7.Type in your encryption key in the “Network Key” box.

IMPORTANT: A WPA key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. This can be from eight to 63 characters in length. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your wireless router or access point.

8.Click “OK” to apply settings.

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Contents Wireless Pre-N Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction Placement of your Wireless Router or Access PointAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phone PlacementChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Overview Product FeaturesApplications and Advantages Product SpecificationsOverview Card Connector Package ContentsSystem Requirements Activity LEDInstalling and Setting Up the Card Section Install the Wireless Client Utility Installing and Setting Up the CardInstallation is now complete Navigating the User Interface Using the Belkin Wireless Client UtilityHow to Access the Belkin Wireless Client Utility Show Bssid Using the Expanded View Network ListAllow Roaming ScanSetting Wireless Network Preferences Using the Belkin Wireless Client UtilityService Set Identifier Profile NameSecurity Settings Box Save & Activate Power SettingsCancel Start Ad-Hoc NetworkWEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkEncryption Methods Bit WEPEncryption Keys Bit EncryptionWPA 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 Authentication Signal QualityPower Consumption BssidCan’t connect to the Internet wirelessly TroubleshootingName of your wireless network appears in Network List Power LED does not come on Card is not working TroubleshootingData transfer is sometimes slow Signal strength is poorLink LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Frequency Wireless Comparison ChartTechnical Support FCC Statement InformationInformation Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Wi-FI Interoperability Certificate Wireless Pre-N