Verizon VZ4050 user manual Changing the Wireless Security Settings

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Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon

Configuring your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use Security

At this point, you should already have your wireless router (or access point) set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain a wireless connection, you will need to set your Wireless G USB Network Adapter to use the same security settings.

Changing the Wireless Security Settings

The Wireless G USB Network Adapter from Verizon supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled.

To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is used by the router or access point. (See your wireless router’s or access point’s manual for directions on how to access the security settings.)

To access the security settings on your Adapter, click the “My Connections” tab and point to the connection for which you want to change security settings. Click “Edit” to change settings.

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Contents Wireless G USB Network Adapter Table of Contents Introduction Benefits of a Home NetworkPlacement of your Wireless Router or Access Point IntroductionCordless Phone Placement Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLProduct Features OverviewProduct Specifications Applications and AdvantagesPackage Contents System RequirementsInstalling and Setting up the Adapter InstallSection Installing and Setting up the Adapter Configure Use the Wireless Networking Utility from VerizonInstallation is now complete Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Accessing the WNU from the Windows System TrayNetwork Status Lost Wireless ConnectionAvailable Networks Network Status and Solution Tips Connection FailureSetting Wireless Network Profiles Securing your Wi-FiNetworkUsing the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Wireless Protected Access WPA is the new standard Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP is a less secure, but moreWired Equivalent Privacy WEP Encryption Keys Bit WEPC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Wi-Fi Protected Access WPA Changing the Wireless Security Settings WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Using the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon WPA-PSK no server Wireless Networking Utility Options Advanced Diagnostic Tools WNU HelpUsing the Wireless Networking Utility from Verizon Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyName of your wireless network appears in Available Networks Installation CD-ROM does not start WNU Power LED does not come on Adapter is not workingLink LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet Data transfer is sometimes slowSignal strength is poor Troubleshooting Manufactured by Belkin Wi-FiInteroperability Certificate Manufactured by Belkin FCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeCanada-Industry Canada IC Manufactured by BelkinModifications Europe-European Union NoticeBelkin Corporation Limited Five-Year Product Warranty Wireless G USB Network Adapter