Belkin F5D7330 User manual

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P74493-A
Wireless G
Gaming Adapter

User Manual
F5D7330
Wireless G
Gaming Adapter

Table of Contents
1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware
for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2. Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3. Connecting and Configuring the Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting to a non-secure network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting to a hidden or secured network . . . . . . . . . . 10
4. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . 13
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced
User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Settings > Adapter Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Securing your Wi-Fi® Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
WEP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
WPA Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5. Utilities: Changing System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password . . . . . . 29
Restoring Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Saving a Current Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Restoring a Previous Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Updating Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
6. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
7. Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Introduction
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Gaming Adapter and
welcome to the world of wireless gaming. Now you can take advantage of
this new high-speed wireless technology and gain the freedom to connect
to your home or office network without using cables. This product acts as a
wireless range extender and access point. The easy installation and setup will
have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through
this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled
“Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance”
on the next page. By following our simple setup instructions, you will be able
to use your Belkin Home Network to:
• Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in
your home
• Share resources, such as files, and hard drives among all the
connected computers in your home
• Share a single printer with the entire family
• Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures
• Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another
• Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat
Advantages of a Wireless Network
• Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer
room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop
computer anywhere within your wireless range
• Easy installation – Belkin’s Easy Installation Wizard makes
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 – you can spare the expense and hassle of
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office
• Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of
interoperable networking products

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Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware
for Optimal Performance
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is
to your wireless router (or access point). Typical indoor operating range
for your wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way,
your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as the
distance between your wireless router (or access point) and connected
devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you
move farther from your wireless router (or access point), connection
speed may decrease. Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting
in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or
obstructions, and walls.
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be
related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a
position between five and 10 feet from the wireless router (or access
point) in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even
at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support.
Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network
performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at its
maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.
1. Wireless Router (or Access Point) Placement
Place your wireless router (or access point), the central connection
point of your network, as close as possible to the center of your
wireless network devices.
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless
clients” (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook
Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless
USB Adapters):
• Ensure that your wireless router’s (or access point’s) networking
antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically
(toward the ceiling). If your wireless router (or access point) itself
is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as possible
in an upward direction.
• In multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access point)
on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible.
This may mean placing the wireless router (or access point) on
an upper floor.
• Try not to place the wireless router (or access point) near a
cordless 2.4GHz phone.

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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that
may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects
that can inhibit wireless communication include:
• Refrigerators
• Washers and/or dryers
• Metal cabinets
• Large aquariums
• Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that
objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between
your computers and wireless router or access point).
3. Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired, even after
attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
• Try moving cordless phones away from wireless routers (or access
points) and your wireless-enabled computers.
• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone
that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s
information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may
be interfering.
• If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your wireless
router (or access point) to channel 11. See your phone’s user
manual for detailed instructions.
• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz
cordless phone.
4. Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as
apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with yours.
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless LAN Utility
of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that
are available (see your wireless adapter’s manual), and move your
wireless router (or access point) and computers to a channel as far
away from other networks as possible.

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• Experiment with more than one of the available channels in order to
find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring
cordless phones or other wireless devices.
• For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site
Survey and wireless channel information included in your User
Manual. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum
possible area with your wireless router (or access point).
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 the computer 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 under Windows, see the “Power Options” item
in the Control Panel. If you continue to have difficulty with Secure
Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be
sure you have addressed these issues.

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For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at
www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at:
US: 877-736-5771
310-898-1100 ext. 2263
Europe: 00 800 223 55 460
Australia: 1800 235 546
New Zealand: 0800 235 546
Singapore: 800 616 1790

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The Adapter is designed to be positioned horizontally on a desktop, or
wall-mounted. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Adapter for better
organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front
of the Adapter to provide you with information about network activity
and status.
Front Panel
Power LED
LAN LED
Searching LED
Wireless LED
Power LED
Off Power off
Solid Green Power on
Wireless LED
Off No wireless connection available
Blinking Green Receiving/transmitting data
Solid Green Ready to transfer data
Searching LED
Solid RED Error
Blinking RED Searching for networks
Off Not searching
LAN LED
Off No console is linked to the Adapter’s Ethernet port
Blinking Green Receiving/transmitting data
Solid Green Linked to console

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Back Panel
Power Jack
Connect the included 4.5V DC power supply or the included (optional)
USB power cable to this jack.
RJ45 Ethernet Jack
Connect one end of the included Ethernet cable to this port and the
other end to your gaming console (e.g., Xbox® and PlayStation®).
Auto Connect Button
The “Auto Connect” button will automatically connect and set up your
Adapter to a wireless network with the simple push of the button.
Reset Button
The “Reset” button is to be used in the unlikely event that your
Adapter malfunctions. Resetting the Adapter restores its normal
operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also
restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use
the restore option if, for example, you have forgotten your password.
a. Resetting the Adapter
Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Adapter
will momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to
blink. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the
reset is complete.
b. Restoring the Factory Defaults
Press and hold the “Reset” button for 10 seconds, then release
it. The lights on the Adapter will momentarily flash. The “Power/
Ready” light will begin to blink. When the “Power/Ready” light
becomes solid again, the restore is complete.
Rotatable Dipole Antenna
An omnidirectional dipole antenna is located on the back of the
Adapter. The antenna can rotate 180 degrees. The antenna should be
oriented in the vertical position for best performance.
Power Jack
Antenna
RJ45 Ethernet Jack Reset Button
Auto Connect Button

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Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless G Gaming Adapter
• Detachable Antenna
• Power Supply
• USB Power Cable (Optional)
• User Manual on CD
• Quick Installation Guide
• Ethernet Cable
• Easy Configuration Wizard Software CD-ROM
Easy Configuration Wizard System Requirements
• At least one computer with an Ethernet port
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape® 4.0 or later
Specifications
Wireless:
Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
• IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u 10/100Base-Tx, auto-negotiation, auto-MDIX
802.11g:
• Network Standard IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi) and IEEE 802.11g compliance
• OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11Mbps, 5.5Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps),
DBPSK (1Mbps)
• Operating Frequencies: 2.412–2.497GHz
• Operating Channels 802.11g: 13 for North America, 13 for Europe (ETSI),
14 for Japan
802.11b:
11 for North America, 14 for Japan, 13 for Europe (ETSI)
Security:
• WEP (64- and 128-bit keys) Open, Shared Authentication
• WPA-PSK (TKIP, AES)
• WPA2-PSK (AES)
Management: Browser-based
Maximum Users: 32 (WLAN)
Ports: 1 10/100Base-Tx RJ45 port (LAN)
1 power jack
1 reset button
1 Auto Connect button
LEDs: Power, Searching, LAN, Wireless

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Configuring the Adapter
Step 1 Connect
A. Connecting to a non-secured network
If you are connecting to a hidden or secured network, please see
section B.
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable
(included) into the Ethernet port on the
Adapter. Then, connect the other end to
your gaming console.
2. There are two ways to power your Adapter:
using the traditional power supply or the
optional USB power cable.
USB power cable: Plug one end of the USB
power cable (included) into the power port
on the Adapter. Then, plug the other end with
the two USB connectors into two of the USB
ports on the back of the gaming console.
Power supply: Plug the power supply
(included) into the Adapter, then into an AC
wall outlet.
The “Power” and “LAN” lights on the front of
the Adapter should now be lit solid GREEN.
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3. Push and hold the “Auto Connect”
button found on the back of the
Adapter for 10 seconds to connect to
the network with the strongest wireless
signal within the area. When the
Adapter has connected to the router
or access point, the “Searching” light
(red) will not be lit.
Note: If the Adapter does not
connect to your desired network,
you will need to position the Adapter
closer to your router and push the
“Auto Connect” button. The Adapter
will then save your network’s
information (even after powering off)
and can then be repositioned next to
your gaming console.
Installation is now complete.
B. Connecting to a hidden or secured network
1. Insert the Installation Software CD into
your computer.
2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable
(included) into the Ethernet port on the
Adapter. Then, connect the other end
to your PC.

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3. Plug the power supply (included)
into the Adapter, then into an AC
wall outlet.
4. Select the Adapter from the
available list.
5. Enter the SSID (Service Set Identifier)
or network name of the router to which
you want to connect.
6. Enter the security type and security
key of the network.
7. Unplug the Ethernet cable from the PC
and unplug the Adapter’s power cord.

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8. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable
(included) into the Ethernet port on the
Adapter. Then, connect the other end
to your gaming console.
9. There are two ways to power your
Adapter: using the traditional power
supply or the optional USB
power cable.
USB power cable: Plug one end of
the USB power cable (included) into
the power port on the Adapter. Then,
plug the other end with the two USB
connectors into two of the USB ports
on the back of the gaming console.
Power supply: Plug the power supply
(included) into the Adapter, then into
an AC wall outlet.
10. The “Power”, “Wireless”, and “LAN”
lights on the front of the Adapter
should now be lit solid GREEN.
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The most convenient way to access the Adapter’s Web-Based Advanced
User Interface is to connect the unit to the wireless router through
the included cable. Once you finish configuring the device, you can
disconnect the cable.
If you wish to connect a computer directly to the Adapter to configure
it, you must set your client to match the settings of the Adapter before
you can access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. Perform the
following steps from the computer from which you wish to configure
your Adapter.
Note: You must undo these steps once you have completed configuring
your Adapter.
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Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP
1. Go to the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the “Network”
icon or the “Network Connections” icon.
2. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” for your wireless adapter
and select “Properties”.
3. In the “General” tab, select the Internet Protocol TCP/IP settings for
your wireless adapter and click on the “Properties” button.
4. Select the “Use the following IP address” radio button.
5. Enter an IP address in the same subnet as the Adapter. For example:
192.168.2.200.
6. Enter the following subnet mask: 255.255.255.0. Then click “OK”.
Note: Once you have completed configuring your Adapter, repeat
steps 1 through 3. Then select “Obtain an IP automatically” or set a
valid IP for your computer on the same subnet as the network to which
you are connecting.

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Logging into the Adapter
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Adapter’s Web-Based
Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.225”
(do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then, press
the “Enter” key.
You will see the Adapter’s home page in your browser window. The home
page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to
the Adapter’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button
or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the
login screen. The Adapter ships with no password entered. In the login
screen, leave the password blank and click the “Submit” button to log in.
Note: An IP address conflict can occur if you use a CAT5 cable to try
to manage the Adapter while it already has a wireless connection to
the same router. To resolve this issue you need to disconnect one of
the connections to the Adapter (wired or wireless).
Logging out of the Adapter
One computer at a time can log into the Adapter in order to make changes
to its settings. There are two ways to log out: 1, by clicking the “Logout”
button; and 2, automatically, by allowing a preset time-out period to
elapse. The default time-out is 10 minutes; however, you can set the login
period from 1 to 99 minutes.