Belkin F5D6051 user manual Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility

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Troubleshooting

Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility

If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.

If the Setup Utility screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the “My Computer” icon. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Installation CD has been placed in to start the installation.

Power LED does not come ON; Adapter is not working

If the LED indicators are not ON, the problem may be that the Adapter is not connected or installed properly.

Verify that the Adapter is plugged firmly into the USB slot of your computer. Check to see that the drivers for the Card have been installed. Right click on the “My Computer” icon on your desktop. Choose “Properties” and navigate to the “Device Manager” and see if your USB device is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated contact Belkin Technical Support.

Link LED is blinking slowly; Cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet

If your Adapter appears to be functioning properly, but you cannot connect to a network or you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of your screen, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your wireless network properties.

Check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the Adapter to connect to the Wireless Router or Access Point

Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless Networks” screen. Click “Add” if you do not see the

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Contents Wireless B USB Network Adapter Table of Contents Introduction Important Factors for Placement and Setup Placement of your Wireless Networking HardwareAvoid 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 Desktop Stand Knowing Your Wireless B USB Network AdapterLink LED Green USB CableYou can install your Adapter in three easy steps Software and Driver InstallationInstalling The Adapter Let Windows Finish the Installation Plug the Adapter into your ComputerSection Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Opening the Wireless Network Monitor UtilitySection Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Signal Strength Using the Belkin Utility Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XPUpdate Button Navigation ButtonsConnecting to a Wireless Network Network Name Ssid Using the Quick Connect ScreenAdvanced Button Connecting to a Network Using the Quick Connect Screen Using the Profiles Manager View Creating and Using a ProfileUsing the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Prioritizing your Profiles Power Save ModeDefault Ad-Hoc Channel Advanced OptionsShowing the Icon in System Tray Using Power Save ModeSetting the Default Ad-Hoc Channel Turning the Radio OffSecuring 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 WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionSecuring your Wireless Network Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Installation CD-ROM does not start Setup Utility Power LED does not come on Adapter is not workingLink LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Data transfer is sometimes slowSignal 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 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Belkin Tech Support