Belkin F6D301 How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility, Signal Strength, Network Type

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Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility

How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility

Double-click on the “Signal Indicator” icon located in the lower right corner of your screen (in the system tray) to bring up the Belkin Wireless Network Utility. The color of the icon reflects the connection link—green indicates that the Card is connected and red indicates that the Card is not connected to a wireless network.

You can also double-click on the Wireless Network Utility shortcut icon on your desktop window.

If the icon is not present, click on “Start > Programs > Belkin > Belkin Wireless A+G Network Utility” to bring up the Utility.

Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection

Click on the “Status” tab to monitor the link status of your network connection. From this tab you can see your current connection status on the screen. The example below shows that there is a connection between the computer and the wireless router (or access point) by displaying a wireless signal and the word “connected” in between the two. The diagram below also shows there is a connection between the wireless router (or access point) and the Internet, to view the status of the router to the Internet click on the “Internet Status” button.

(a)Signal Strength

Displays the signal strength of the related router (or access point).

(b)Connect to Network

Displays the current network SSID, the network name of the router (or access point) you are connected to.

(c)Network Type

Displays either “Access Point” if connected to a router (or access point) or “Ad-Hoc” when connected to another computer.

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Contents Wireless A+G Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionWireless Router or Access Point Placement IntroductionCordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkAvoid Obstacles and Interference Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL New Zealand EuropeAustralia SingaporeProduct Features OverviewFrequently changing environments Product SpecificationsApplications and Advantages Temporary LANs for special projects or peak timePackage Contents System RequirementsInstalling and Setting Up the Card Installing and Setting Up the Card Insert Insert the Card into your ComputerYour setup is now complete Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network UtilitySignal Strength Connect to NetworkLink Speed ChannelEncryption MoreNetwork Name SignalFinding Available Networks in your Area SecurityMac Address TypeBand ConnectSetting up Wireless Network Profiles Transfer Rate Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Encryption Methods Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkWired Equivalent Privacy WEP Bit WEPC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key Wi-Fi Protected Access WPAEncryption Keys Network key= Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA-PSK no server WPA with server Settings Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-PSK no server Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Connecting to a Wireless Network using WPA-Radius Server or Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility Problem SolutionName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Troubleshooting Link LED is solid but cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poor Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart SpeedTechnical Support FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeEurope-European Union Notice ModificationsCanada-Industry Canada IC Certification ID W002987 Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin B.V. Boeing Avenue Belkin Tech SupportBelkin Corporation