Belkin F5D6051 user manual Securing your Wireless Network

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Securing your Wireless Network

64-Bit WEP Encryption

1.Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.

2.After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key.

A hex (hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys.

For instance:

AF0F4BC3D4 = 64-bit WEP Key

3.Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the wireless router or access point is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.

WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in your Wireless Router or Access Point, you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client.

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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 SetupAvoid obstacles and possible sources of interference Choose the quietest channel for your wireless networkCordless phones Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Overview Product FeaturesApplications and Advantages Package Contents Product SpecificationsSystem 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 Network Name Ssid Using the Quick Connect ScreenAdvanced 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 Wi-Fi Network Securing your Wireless NetworkEncryption Methods Encryption Keys WEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyBit 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 What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a? Wireless ComparisonEurope 00 800 223 55 460 Australia 1800 666 Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyFederal Communications Commission Notice FCC StatementModifications Belkin Tech Support