Belkin F5D6001 user manual Introduction, Features

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Desktop Network Card (the Card). This high-speed Card provides you with an innovative wireless networking solution that is easy to set up and use. The Card transmits at a rate of 11, 5.5, 2, or 1Mbps to let you share files and printers on the network—without the hassle and inconvenience of connecting wires! Operating in the ISM band using Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) transmission, the Card implements the IEEE 802.11b standard and supports Windows 98SE, 2000, Me, or XP operating systems.

Features

The Card 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

Includes an easy-to-use profile manager for storing multiple wireless network settings for work, school, home, etc.

Wireless interface compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard

PCI interface, complies with PCI specification 2.1

64- or 128-bit wireless (WEP) encryption

Wireless access to networked resources

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

Data rate of up to 11Mbps

o Supports 11, 5.5, 2, or 1Mbps rates (Auto-Rollback)

Easy to install and use

External detachable antenna

LED link indicator

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Contents 802.11b Wireless Desktop Network Card Table of Contents Introduction FeaturesSystem Requirements Package ContentsKnowing Your Desktop Network Card Link LEDActivity LED Software and Driver Installation Installing the CardInstalling the Card Installing the Card Power OFF the Computer and Disconnect the Power Cord Installing the Card into your PCFinishing the Installation Uninstalling the Software and Drivers System Tray icon Opening the Wireless Network Monitor UtilityWindows XP Users If you are using Windows XP, please read this section firstUsing the Belkin Utility Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP Using the Quick Connect Screen Connecting to a Wireless NetworkUsing the Profiles Manager View Connecting to a Network Using the Quick Connect ScreenCreating and Using a Profile Advanced Options Prioritizing your ProfilesTurning the Radio Off Using Power Save ModeSetting the Default Ad-Hoc Channel Showing the Icon in System TrayTechnical Support TroubleshootingInformation Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Europe-European Union Notice Canada-Industry Canada ICP74056-D