Belkin F5D6051 user manual Product Overview, Product Features, Applications and Advantages

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Product Overview

Product Features

The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in order to communicate with other 802.11b-compliant wireless devices.

2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation

Wireless compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard

USB interface

64- or 128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)

Wireless access to networked resources

Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer-to-peer) networking modes

Data rate of up to 11Mbps

Supports 11, 5.5, 2, or 1Mbps rates (auto-rollback)

Easy installation and use

LED Link indicator

Applications and Advantages

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

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, which need networks on a short-term basis; also companies who 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.

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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