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Belkin F7D2101 manual Overview, Product Features

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Overview

Overview

Product Features

The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802..11n specification to communicate with other 802..11n-compliant

wireless devices at up to 300Mbps*..

The Adapter is also compatible with 802..11g devices at 54Mbps as well as 802..11b products at 11Mbps..

The Adapter operates on the same 2..4GHz frequency band as 802..11b/g Wi-Fi®products..

•2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation

•USB 2.0 interface, for operation in virtually any computer with a USB 2..0 bus-power port

•WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent

Privacy), or 128-bit encryption

•Wireless access to networked resources

•Data rate of up to 300Mbps* (802.11n), 54Mbps

(802..11g), or 11Mbps (802..11b)

•Easy installation and use

•LED power and network link/activity indicator

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Belkin F7D2101 manual Overview, Product Features

Contents

Wireless USB Adapter Surf/ShareF7D2101 Installing and Setting up the Adapter Table Of ContentsTroubleshooting IntroductionBenefits of a Home Network IntroductionIntroduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction 1.. Placement of your Wireless Router or Access Point 2.. Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceIntroduction 3.. Cordless Phone Placement 4.. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless NetworkIntroduction Introduction 5.. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLOverview Product FeaturesApplications and Advantages OverviewOverview Product SpecificationsLights when the Adapter is powered on and flashes when it is active b Power/Activity LEDc USB Connector a Protective CapSystem Requirements Package ContentsPC-compatible laptop with one available USB 2.0 bus-power port Surf/Share Wireless USB AdapterA.. Installation Process for Windows Vista and Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..3 The InstallShield Wizard will start the installation process Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..5 When prompted, plug in your Adapter Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..7 Click “Finish” to restart your computer Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..9 In the Control Panel, click on “View network status and tasks” Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..12 Your Adapter will attempt to connect to the selected network Installing and Setting up the AdapterA..13 Depending on the security settings of your wireless network, you may be prompted to enter a network security key or a passphrase.. Click “Connect” after you have done so Installing and Setting up the AdapterInstalling and Setting up the Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter B.. Installation Process for Windows XPB..4 A Setup Status screen lets you know where Installing and Setting up the Adapter“Browse” or, simply click “Next” to install to the default location you are in the setup processB..6 When prompted, plug in your Adapter Installing and Setting up the Adapter3-15 seconds.. If it does, select “Install the software Installing and Setting up the Adapterautomatically” and click “Next” to install the software B..7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear inConnecting to a Secure Wi-Fi Network Installing and Setting up the Adapteris a combination of letters, a-f, and numbers Troubleshooting I can’t connect to the Internet wirelesslyPower LED does not come ON Adapter is not working Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet TroubleshootingSignal strength is poor Data transfer is sometimes slowTroubleshooting Limiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability.. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate.. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections” and double-click on your Adapter’s connection.. In the “Properties” dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab Windows 98 users will have to select the USB Adapter in the list box and then click “Properties”, then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate property.. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable.. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet.. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s literature.. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support TroubleshootingTroubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and 802.11n?Troubleshooting Belkin Wireless Comparison ChartAustralia Technical SupportNew Zealand Singapore 1800 622 EuropeInformation FCC StatementFederal Communications Commission Notice IMPORTANT NOTE Radiation Exposure Statement InformationModifications Industry Canada StatementWhat this warranty covers Belkin International, Inc.., Limited 2-Year Product WarrantyWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?Information How to get serviceInformation How state law relates to the warranty