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Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility

Note to Windows XP users: If you are using Windows XP, please read this section first.

Windows XP integrates a wireless management utility referred to as Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration service (WZC). The WZC can be used to control your Adapter. You can also use the Belkin Wireless Network Monitor Utility. We suggest that you use the Belkin Utility to control your Adapter. In order to avoid conflicts between the utilities, we recommend disabling the Windows XP Wireless Zero Confirmation Service.

Disabling the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration Service (WZC)

1.Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select the “View Available Wireless Networks” window.

2.Click on the “Advanced” button in the lower left-hand corner of the “View Available Wireless Networks” window.

3.On the Advanced tab, uncheck “Use Windows to Configure my Wireless Network.” Once this box is unchecked, click “OK” to close the window.

You are now using the Belkin Wireless Utility to configure the Wireless Adapter.

If you choose to use the WZC, directions for operation are available in the Windows XP help file. When you first install the Adapter, the Belkin Utility will be enabled. If you want to disable the Belkin Utility in order to use the WZC, follow the steps below to disable the Belkin Utility.

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Contents Wireless B USB Network Adapter Table of Contents Introduction Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware Important Factors for Placement and SetupChoose the quietest channel for your wireless network Avoid obstacles and possible sources of interferenceCordless phones Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features Product OverviewApplications and Advantages Product Specifications Package ContentsSystem Requirements USB Cable Knowing Your Wireless B USB Network AdapterLink LED Green Desktop StandSoftware and Driver Installation You can install your Adapter in three easy stepsInstalling The Adapter Plug the Adapter into your Computer Let Windows Finish the InstallationSection Opening the Wireless Network Monitor Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network UtilitySection Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Navigation Buttons Using the Belkin Utility Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XPUpdate Button Signal StrengthConnecting to a Wireless Network Using the Quick Connect Screen Network Name SsidAdvanced Button Connecting to a Network Using the Quick Connect Screen Creating and Using a Profile Using the Profiles Manager ViewUsing the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Advanced Options Power Save ModeDefault Ad-Hoc Channel Prioritizing your ProfilesTurning the Radio Off Using Power Save ModeSetting the Default Ad-Hoc Channel Showing the Icon in System TraySecuring your Wireless Network Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkEncryption Methods WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Encryption KeysBit WEP C3030FAF0F4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7 = 128-bit WEP key Wrong Password Changing the Wireless Security Settings Bit WEP Encryption WEP SetupSecuring your Wireless Network 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 Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup UtilityData transfer is sometimes slow Link LED is solid but cannot connect to the InternetSignal strength is poor Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a?Europe 00 800 223 55 460 Australia 1800 666 Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyFederal Communications Commission Notice FCC StatementModifications Belkin Tech Support