Belkin F5D8010 user manual Overview, Applications and Advantages, Product Specifications

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Overview

Applications and Advantages

•Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables.

•Compatibility with 802.11g and 802.11b products

Pre-N wireless LAN solutions are backward-compatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11g and 802.11b) products and with other products that display the Wi-Fi mark.

•Difficult-to-wire environments

Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open areas where wiring is difficult to install.

•Frequently changing environments

Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or change locations.

•Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time

Sets up temporary networks (such as at trade shows, exhibitions, and construction sites), on a short-term basis; also provides an ideal solution for companies that need additional workstations for a peak activity period.

•SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs Provides the easy and quick, small network installation SOHO users need.

Product Specifications

Host Interface	32-bit CardBus
Operating Temperature	32–185 degrees F (0–85 degrees C)
Storage Temperature	-40–194 degrees F (-40–90 degrees C)
Humidity	Max. 95% (non-condensing)

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Contents Wireless Pre-N Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionPlacement of your Wireless Router or Access Point IntroductionAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phone PlacementChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features OverviewApplications and Advantages Product SpecificationsOverview 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 Navigating the User Interface Using the Belkin Wireless Client UtilityHow to Access the Belkin Wireless Client Utility 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 workingData transfer is sometimes slow Signal strength is poorLink LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart FrequencyTechnical Support Information FCC StatementInformation Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Wi-FI Interoperability Certificate Wireless Pre-N