Belkin 8820-00050ea F6D4050 user manual Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

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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 Enhanced Wireless Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network Introduction Benefits of a Home Network Placement of your Wireless Router or Access Point IntroductionAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phone Placement Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features OverviewApplications and Advantages Overview Product SpecificationsPackage Contents System RequirementsInstalling and Setting up the Adapter Installation Process for Windows VistaInstalling 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 Important Install the Software Before Inserting Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter Sections Configuration Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityUsing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Network Status Using the Belkin Wireless Networking UtilityLost Wireless Connection Available NetworksNetwork Status and Solution Tips Managing Wireless Network ProfilesConnecting to a Secure Wi-FiNetwork Click the WPS Connect button Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility Wireless Networking Utility Options Wireless Networking Utility HelpAdvanced Diagnostic Tools Troubleshooting ProblemSolution Troubleshooting Power LED does not come on Adapter is not working Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet Signal strength is poor Troubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Technical SupportCountry Number Internet adress Federal Communications Commission Notice InformationFCC Statement ModificationsInformation What will we do to correct problems?What is not covered by this warranty? IC Radiation Exposure StatementEU Declaration of Conformity How to get service How state law relates to the warranty