Belkin F6D301 Bedienungsanleitung

Connect your notebook computer

to a wireless network

Dual-Band

Wireless A+G

Notebook Network Card

F6D3010

User Manual

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User Manual

Dual-Band

Wireless A+G

Notebook Network Card

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

Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Applications and Advantages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Product Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

3. Installing and Setting Up the Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Step 1: Install the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Step 2: Insert the Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Step 3: Connect to a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

4. Using the Belkin Wireless Network Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

How to Access the Belkin Wireless Network Utility . . . . . . . .12

Monitoring the Status of your Network Connection . . . . . . . .12

Finding Available Networks in your Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Setting up Wireless Network Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Securing your Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Configuring your Belkin Wireless Card to use Security . . . . .27

5. Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

6. Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook

Network Card (the Card). The Card features 802.11g and 802.11a

technology, which allows you to share networked files and resources

wirelessly. The Card works like a conventional network card, but without

the wires. It uses revolutionary 108 Technology to achieve data rates

up to 108Mbps, when used with 108 Technology routers. In addition,

the Card features eXtended Range XR™ Technology (XR), which doubles

the coverage area of standard 802.11g and 802.11a networks when

used with XR routers. Belkin’s easy installation and setup will have your

network up 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”.

Advantages of a Wireless Network

• Mobility – you no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—

you can work on a networked 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 – 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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Introduction

Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for

Optimal Performance

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer

is to your router (or access point). Typical indoor operating range

for 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 router (or access

point) and connected devices increases. This may or may not be

noticeable to you. As you move farther from your 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 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 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 router’s (or access point’s) networking antennas

are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the

ceiling). If your router (or access point) itself is positioned vertically,

point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction.

• In multistory homes, place the router (or access point) on a

floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible.

This may mean placing the router (or access point) on an

upper floor.

• Try not to place the router (or access point) near cordless 2.4GHz

and 5GHz phones.

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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your 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 router or access point).

3. Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after

attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

• Try moving cordless phones away from routers (or access

points) and your wireless-enabled computers.

• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that

operates on the 2.4 or 5GHz band (check the manufacturer’s

information). If this fixes the problem, the 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 router (or access point) to channel 11. See

your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.

• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz

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 Network

Utility of this Card to locate any other wireless networks that

are available (see this User Manual), and move your router (or

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access point) and computers to a channel as far away from other

networks as possible.

• 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 with this Card.

See this User Manual for more information.

These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum

possible area with your router (or access point). Should you need

to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless

Range Extender/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 which require a user name and

password to access your account

Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s

power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.”

The simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by

rerunning 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

Overview

Product Features

The Card complies with the IEEE 802.11a and 802.11g standards in

order to communicate with other 802.11a- and 802.11g-compliant

wireless devices at 108Mbps. The Card is compatible with 802.11b

devices at 11Mbps. 802.11g and 802.11b products operate on the

same 2.4GHz frequency and 802.11a operates on the 5.0GHz band.

• Integrated 802.11g and 802.11a wireless technology

• 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) and 5.0GHz

band operation

• 108 A+G Technology achieves data rates up to 108Mbps

• XR Technology doubles the coverage area compared to standard

802.11g and 802.11a networks.

• Integrated easy-to-use Wireless Network Utility

• CardBus interface, for operation in virtually any notebook

computer

• WPA, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), 128-bit encryption,

and 802.1x authentication

• Wireless access to networked resources

• Support for both Infrastructure (Access Point) and Ad-Hoc

(peer-to-peer)

• Easy installation and use

• Internal antenna

• LED power and network link indicators

Overview

Applications and Advantages

• Wireless roaming with a desktop around the home or office

Offers the freedom of networking without cables.

• Compatibility with 802.11a, 802.11b, and 802.11g products

Compatible with existing Wi-Fi® networks and with other

products that display the Wi-Fi mark.

• 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.

• Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time

Sets up temporary networks (such as at trade shows, exhibitions,

and construction sites) on a short-term basis; also provides a

solution for companies that 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 32-bit CardBus

Power Consumption Tx/Rx peak 560/250mA @ 3.3V (max.)

Operating Temperature 0 ~ 60 degrees C

Storage Temperature -20 ~ 80 degrees C

Operating Humidity 10% to 85% non-condensing

Storage Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing

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(a) Power LED

Lights when the Card is on.

(b) Link LED

Lights solid when the Card is linked to a wireless network,

flashes when the Card is actively transferring data.

The part of the Card that fits into your computer’s CardBus slot.

System Requirements

• PC-compatible laptop with one available CardBus slot

• Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP

Package Contents

• Belkin Dual-Band Wireless A+G Notebook Network Card

• Quick Installation Guide

• Installation Software CD

• User Manual

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