Belkin F7D2101AK 8820AK00384 user manual Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

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Introduction

5.. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections 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 simply 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 in Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel..

If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review steps 1–4 in the previous pages 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 the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point..

For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www..belkin..com/networking

or call Belkin Technical Support..

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Contents Surf/Share Table Of Contents Introduction Benefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionIntroduction Placement of your Wireless Router or Access Point Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceCordless Phone Placement Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Overview Product Features Overview Applications and AdvantagesProduct Specifications Power/Activity LED USB ConnectorProtective Cap Part of the Adapter that fits into your computer’s USB portSystem Requirements Package Contents Important Install the Software Before Inserting the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installation Process for Windows XP Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Connecting to a Secure Wi-FiNetwork Power LED does not come on Adapter is not working TroubleshootingCan’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the InternetSignal strength is poor Data transfer is sometimes slowTroubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and 802.11n? Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart Data Rate FrequencyTechnical Support Information FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeRadiation Exposure Statement ModificationsIndustry Canada Statement IC Radiation Exposure StatementBelkin International, Inc.., Limited Year Product Warranty What this warranty coversWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?How to get service How state law relates to the warranty