Introduction
access point) and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
•Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
•For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included with this Card. See this User Manual for more information.
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your router (or access point). Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point.
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 which 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 rerunning the VPN or AOL software, or by
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 under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.
If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues.
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