Belkin F5D8010 user manual Introduction, Advantages of a Wireless Network

Introduction

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Pre-N Notebook Network Card (the Card). This product features new MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) technology that solves interference and range challenges of wireless networking in larger homes and offices. MIMO delivers the best wireless network performance over expanded coverage area, and will be the heart of the upcoming 802.11n standard. Belkin’s new “Pre-N” products with MIMO achieve twice the coverage of 802.11g networks with exceptional data transfer results.

Using MIMO’s revolutionary, smart-antenna technology, Belkin Pre-N products can boost network speeds by up to 6 times previous capacities. Its enhanced data rates and range make MIMO

a perfect technology for streaming multimedia content more reliably.

The easy installation and setup will have you networking in minutes. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Wireless Network Hardware for Optimal Performance”.

Advantages of a Wireless Network

•Mobility – you no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range

•Easy installation – Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make setup simple

•Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from anywhere in your home

•Easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let you expand your network to include devices such as printers and gaming consoles

•No cabling required – Belkin spares you the expense and hassle of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout your home or office

•Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of interoperable networking products

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