Belkin F5D6050 User manual

Wireless USB Adapter F5D6050
User’smanual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Knowing Your Wireless USB Network Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Placing the Wireless USB Network Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connecting to Your Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Uninstalling the Software and Drivers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Using the Belkin Wireless LAN Monitor Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Status Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
The Statistics Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
The Site Survey Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
The Encryption Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
The Advanced Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Using Profile Manager Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Operating in Ad-Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter
(the
Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and
gain
the freedom you need around the home or office without using cables.
The
Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a conventional network
adapter, but
without the wires. The easy installation and setup will have you
networking
wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through this manual
completely to
be sure that you are getting the most out of your Wireless USB Network
Adapter.
Features:
The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in order to
communicate
with other 802.11b-compliant wireless devices.
• 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation
• Integrated, easy-to-use profile manager for storing multiple wireless

network settings for work, school, home, or any other setup
• Wireless interface compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard
• USB interface, for Plug-and-Play installation and convenience
• 64- or 128-bit Wireless (WEP) Encryption
• Wireless access to networked resources
• Support for both infrastructure and ad-hoc (peer-to-peer) networking
modes
• Data rate of up to 11Mbps
• Supports 11, 5.5, 2 or 1Mbps rates (auto-rollback)
• Easy installation and use
• External antennas
• LED link indicator
Applications and Advantages
• Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office
Offers the freedom of networking—without cables.
• Difficult-to-wire environments
Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open
areas
where wiring is difficult to install.
• Frequently changing environments
Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or
change locations.
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• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Sets up temporary networks such as at trade shows, exhibitions, and
constructions sites, which need networks on a short-term basis; also
companies who need additional workstations for a peak activity period.
• SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs
Provides the easy and quick small network installation SOHO users
need.
Product Specifications
Host Interface: USB 1.1
Power Consumption: 300mA (max)
Certification: FCC Class B, CE Mark, C-Tick
Operating Temperature: 32–131° F (0–55° C)
Storage Temperature: -13–158° F (-25–70° C)
Typical Operating Range: Indoor: 160' (50m) @ 11Mbps, 260' (80m)
@ 5.5Mbps or lower
Outdoor: 490' (150m) @ 11Mbps, up to 1800'

(550m) @ 5.5Mbps or lower
System Requirements
• PC with one available USB port
• Windows® 98, 2000, Me, or XP
Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter
• Quick Installation Guide
• Installation Software CD
• User Manual
KNOWING YOUR WIRELESS USB NETWORK
ADAPTER
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Status Light
Indicates network
activity and power
Adjustable
Antenna
PLACING THE WIRELESS USB NETWORK
ADAPTER
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The best location for your adapter is on top of your computer’s monitor.
Placing
the Adapter on your desktop is acceptable, however, avoid placing the
Adapter
near metal objects such as a computer case or speakers. Any object
that is metal
has the ability to block the radio signals from the Adapter.
Installing and Setting Up the Adapter
Installing your Adapter is done in three easy steps:
1. Install the software FIRST. If you connect your Adapter to your PC
before
you install the software, it will not work until you install the software.
2. Connect the Adapter to your PC.
3. Let Windows finish installing the Adapter.
NOTE: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE FIRST BEFORE YOU CONNECT
THE ADAPTER TO
YOUR COMPUTER

Software and Driver Installation
1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.
2. The Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter Setup Utility screen will
automatically appear. If it does not appear within 15–20 seconds, then
select your CD-ROM drive and double-click on the folder named “Files”.
Next
double-click on the icon named “USB_UTILITY.exe”.
3. In the menu window,
drag your mouse over
the “Install” button
then select “Click here”
to start the software
installation program.
PLACING THE WIRELESS USB NETWORK
ADAPTER
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4. The installer will start. Click on or select “Easy” to continue to the next
step.
If you are using Windows XP, it is recommended that you use the Belkin
Wireless USB Network Adapter Utility to manage the Adapter’s wireless
settings. If you want to
use Windows XP to manage
the Adapter, check “Use
the Windows XP Wireless
Network Connection
Utility”. Instructions on
how to use the Windows
XP Connection Utility are
available from Microsoft.
Click “Next” to continue.
5. After the software installation is
finished, the message “You can
plug in your WLAN adapter now”
will appear. Plug the Adapter to
an available USB port on your PC
or USB hub.
6. After connecting your Adapter,
Windows will detect that new
hardware has been installed.