Belkin F5D6051 user manual Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL

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Introduction

Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.

Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices.

For non-Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your

User Manual.

5.Secure connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections are connections that typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important. Secure connections include:

Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect remotely to an office network

The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service

Most online banking websites

Many commercial websites that require a user name and password to access your account

Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest solution to avoid this is to reconnect by re-running the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website.

A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate for portable computers. To change your power management setting under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.

If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connection, VPNs, and AOL, please review steps 1-4 above to be sure you have addressed these issues.

These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Wireless Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest Belkin’s Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. For more information on Belkin networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking.

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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 HardwareChoose 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 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 Using the Quick Connect Screen Network Name SsidAdvanced 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 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 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 Wireless Comparison What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a?Europe 00 800 223 55 460 Australia 1800 666 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Belkin Tech Support