Belkin P73851-B user manual Introduction

Introduction

Thank You for purchasing the Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom you need around the home or office without using cables. The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a conventional network Adapter, but without the wires. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through this manual completely to be sure that you are getting the most out of your Wireless USB Network Adapter.

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 Medial) band operation

??Wireless interface compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard

??USB Interface, for plug-and- play installation and convenience

??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

oSupports 11, 5.5, 2 or 1Mbps rates (Auto Rollback)

??Easy installation and use

??External antennas

??LED link Indi cator

Applications and Advantages

??Wireless roaming with a laptop 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 constructions 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.

Product Specifications
Host Interface:	USB 1.1
Power Consumption:	300mA (Max)
Certification:	FCC Class B, CE Mark, C-Tick
Operating Temperature:	32 – 131 degrees F (0 – 55 degrees C)
Storage Temperature:	-13 – 158 degrees F (-25 – 70 degrees C)
Typical Operating Range:	Indoor: 160’ (50m) @ 11Mbps, 260’ (80m) @ 5.5 Mbps or lower
	Outdoor: 490’ (150m) @ 11Mbps, up 1800’ (550m) @ 5.5 Mbps or lower

System Requirements

??Power Mac G3 or G4 with one available USB Port

??Mac OS 9.x, 10.1, 10.2

Package Contents

??Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter

??USB Cable

??Quick Installation Guide

??Installation Software CD

??User Manual