FCC ID: K7SF5D8073 N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter

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*For Notebooks with an ExpressCard slot User Manual F5D8073 P75448 sc-OK 4/25/07 Table of Contents 1 Introduction......................................................................................................x Benefits of a Home Network ................................................................................. x Advantages of a Wireless Network ....................................................................... x Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance............................................................................................ x 2 Overview...........................................................................................................x Product Features .................................................................................................. x Applications and Advantages................................................................................ x Product Specifications ......................................................................................... x System Requirements........................................................................................... x Package Contents................................................................................................. x 3 Installing and Setting up the Card................................................................. x A Installation Process for Windows Vista ......................................................... x B Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista........................................................................................................................ C Configuration ............................................................................................... x 4 Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility............................................... x Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray .................................................................................... x Network Status...................................................................................................... x Available Networks ............................................................................................... x Network Status and Solution Tips......................................................................... x Setting Wireless Network Profiles......................................................................... x Securing your Wi-Fi Network ................................................................................ x Configuring your Card to use Security .................................................................. x 5 Troubleshooting...............................................................................................x 6 Information ...................................................................................................... x F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 2 of 55 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter. This card is specifically designed to work with notebooks with an ExpressCard slot. Now you can take advantage of this great new technology and gain the freedom to network your home and office computers wirelessly. This Card allows you to connect a notebook computer to your network. 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. Benefits of a Home Network Your Belkin Home Network will allow you 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 youll no longer need a dedicated computer roomnow 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 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 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 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 3 of 55 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 networks radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. If you have concerns about your networks 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. Placement of your Wireless Router (or Access Point) 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 N Wireless ExpressCard Adapters, Wireless Desktop Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

Ensure that your wireless routers (or access points) 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. 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) near devices that may emit radio noise, such as microwave ovens. Other objects that can inhibit wireless communication can include:

Refrigerators Washers and/or dryers F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 4 of 55 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 signals path between your computers and wireless router (or access point). 3. Cordless Phone Placement 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 the wireless router (or access point) and your wireless-enabled computers. Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturers 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 as possible. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your wireless router (or access point) to channel 11. (Your channel selection will vary depending on your region.) See your phones 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 of your Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to locate any other wireless networks, and move your wireless router (or 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 more Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included in your User Manual. 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:

F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 5 of 55 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 computers power management setting, which causes it 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 computers 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 in Windows, see the Power Options item in the Control Panel. If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review steps 14 in the previous pages to be sure you have addressed these issues. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your wireless router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support. Overview Product Features The Card complies with the IEEE draft-802.11n specification to communicate with other draft-802.11n-compliant wireless devices at up to 300Mbps*. The Card is also compatible with 802.11g devices at 54Mbps as well as 802.11b products at 11Mbps. The Card operates on the same 2.4GHz frequency band as 802.11b/g Wi-Fi products. 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medical) band operation Integrated easy-to-use Belkin Wireless Networking Utility CardBus interface, for operation in virtually any notebook computer WPA, WPA2, 64-bit WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy), or 128-bit encryption Wireless access to networked resources Data rate of up to 300Mbps* (draft 802.11n), 54Mbps (802.11g), or 11Mbps

(802.11b) F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 6 of 55 Easy installation and use LED power and network link/activity indicators Applications and Advantages Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office Offers the freedom of networking without cables Connection rates of up to 300Mbps*

Provides immediate high-speed wireless connectivity at home, work, and hotspot locations without compromising the use of existing 802.11b/g products Compatibility with 802.11b/g products The Card is backward-compatible with existing Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11b/g) products 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 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 Operating Temperature: 32140 degrees F (060 degrees C) Storage Temperature: -4176 degrees F (-2080 degrees C) Humidity: Max. 90% (non-condensing) Typical Operating Range: Up to 1,200 ft. (365.8m)**

*NOTE: The standard transmission rate300Mbpsis the physical data rate. Actual data throughput will be lower.

**Wireless performance may vary depending on the networking environment.

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(a) Power LED Lights up when the Card is powered up

(b) Link/Activity LED Lights up when the Card is connected; flashes when wireless activity is detected

(c) Card Connector Part of the Card that fits into your computers ExpressCard slot System Requirements PC-compatible computer with one available ExpressCard (ExpressCard/34 or Windows 2000, XP with SP2, or Vista*** (clients are not Mac OS ExpressCard/54) slot compatible) Internet browser Minimum 64MB of RAM CD-ROM drive Package Contents N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Quick Installation Guide Installation Software and User Manual on CD-ROM Installing and Setting up the Card A. Installation Process for Windows Vista

***NOTE: At the time of initial release of this product, Windows Vista drivers were not available for release and might not be included on the CD shipped with your product. For information on updated drivers for Windows Vista (if any), please visit the Belkin website at www.belkin.com/support/vista. IMPORTANT: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE BEFORE INSERTING THE CARD. A.1 A.2 Click Next to begin the installation process. [Insert screen shot]

Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 8 of 55 Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the My Computer icon;

then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the installation CD has been placed. If the Installer does not start automatically, double-click on the icon named Setup.exe. A.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts installation process. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 9 of 55 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking Browse; or, simply click Next to select a default location. A.4 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 10 of 55 A.5 A Setup Status screen will let you know where you are in the setup process.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 11 of 55 A.6 A window may appear a second time showing the message, Windows cant verify the publisher of this driver software. This DOES NOT indicate a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. (Insert screen shot) A.7 A.8 When prompted, turn off your computer and plug in your Card. Your installation is now complete. (Insert screen shot) When the installation completes, click on Finish. (Insert screen shot) F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 12 of 55 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear within 315 seconds. If it does, continue to follow the prompts. Select Locate and install the driver software to continue. A.9 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 13 of 55 You might see a screen similar to the one pictured below. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select Install this driver software anyway and follow the on-screen instructions. A.10 Next, a screen appears indicating that hardware installation is taking place; then, another indicates that the process is complete. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 14 of 55 To connect to the Internet, open the Network and Sharing Center by first opening the Control Panel from the Start menu. (Insert screen shot) In the Control Panel, click on View network status and tasks. (Insert screen shot) A.11 A.12 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 15 of 55 In the Network and Sharing Center, click on Connect to a network.

(Insert screen shot) In the next screen, select an available wireless network and click Connect. (Insert screen shot) A.13 A.14 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 16 of 55 A.15 screen shot) Your Card will attempt to connect to the selected network. (Insert 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. (Insert screen shot) A.16 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 17 of 55 After connecting to the network, you can choose to save this network and connect automatically when your Card is in range. (Insert screen shot) The Network and Sharing Center now indicates the network connection that you have just made. The links on the left of the window allow you to configure your network connections. (Insert screen shot) A.17 A.18 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 18 of 55 B. Installation Process for Windows Operating Systems other than Windows Vista IMPORTANT: Install the software before inserting the Card. B.1 B.2 Insert the Installation Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen will automatically appear within up to 20 seconds. Click Install Software or Next to start the installation. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 19 of 55 Note: If the Belkin Wireless Card Installer screen does not appear within 20 seconds, access your CD-ROM by double-clicking on the My Computer icon;

then, double-click on the CD-ROM drive into which the installation CD has been placed. Then, double-click on the icon named Setup.exe. B.3 The InstallShield Wizard starts the installation process. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 20 of 55 Select a destination folder for the software installation by clicking Browse; or, simply click Next to select a default location. B.4 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 21 of 55 B.5 A Setup Status screen lets you know where you are in the setup process. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 22 of 55 B.6 After the software installation is finished, a prompt will instruct you to insert the Card into your computers ExpressCard slot. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 23 of 55 B.7 The Found New Hardware Wizard might appear in 315 seconds. If it does, select Install the software automatically and click Next to install the hardware. If the Found New Hardware Wizard does not appear, click Finish to exit the InstallShield Wizard. B.8 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 24 of 55 You might see a screen similar to this one. This DOES NOT mean there is a problem. Our software has been fully tested and is compatible with this operating system. Select Continue Anyway and follow the on-

screen instructions. B.9 F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 25 of 55 B.10 The Wizard will now install your software. B.11 The installation is now complete. Click Finish to close the Found New Hardware Wizard. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 26 of 55 B.12 Click Finish again to exit the InstallShield Wizard. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 27 of 55 B.13 Depending on which operating system you are using, you might be required to reboot your computer for the changes to take effect. Save your data and close all other applications. Then, reboot. C. Configuration Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility C.1 After restarting your computer, double-click the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon on the desktop screen.

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Note: The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility icon can also be found on the system tray.

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The Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen will appear. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 28 of 55 C.3 Select a network to which to connect from the Available Networks list and click Connect.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 29 of 55 Note: In order to see your available networks, you must be near a working wireless router or access point. Installation is now complete. Using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility After successfully installing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility (WNU), configurations for wireless connection and security are just a few easy clicks away. Accessing the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility from the Windows System Tray To access the WNU, simply place your mouse pointer and right-click over the WNU icon on the Windows task tray.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 30 of 55 If the icon is not present, click on Start > Programs > Belkin > Belkin Wireless Utility.

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The WNUs default screen is the Current Status tab. The Current Status tab displays the current Network Status and Available Networks. Network Status This window displays the connectivity status of the current network. It even displays connectivity between the computer and router, and router and Internet. In the event of a connectivity problem, this window can be used to determine the problems source (e.g. computer, router, or Internet/modem). Available Networks F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 31 of 55 This window displays the available networks at the current location as well as their SSID, Signal Strength, Security Type, Channel, and Network Type. Lost Wireless Connection If the current wireless connection is lost, a window will pop up and the WNU will attempt to reconnect. Connection Failure Other options will appear during attempts to reconnect. To stop connecting, click Stop and to reattempt connection, click Retry. Network Status and Solution Tips To further understand the current Network Status, click Open Wireless Utility. The default screen will be the Current Status tab and the Network Status section determines which connections are good and/or faulty.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 32 of 55 The WNU also features a Solution Tips section that provides troubleshooting guidelines. Setting Wireless Network Profiles The My Connections tab on the WNU allows you to add, edit, and delete connection profiles. It also displays signal strength, security, and network type.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 33 of 55 Securing your Wi-Fi Network If you choose to connect to a secure network, determine the type of security (WPA or WEP*) and use the appropriate field in the dialog box.

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*Note: Types of security Note: When you select a network using encryption, you will first see the simple security screen. Click the Advanced button to see other security options (below). F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 34 of 55

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Wireless Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a less secure, but more widely adopted wireless security protocol. Depending on the security level (64- or 128-bit), the user will be asked to input a 10- or 26-character hex key. A hex key is a combination of letters, af, and numbers, 09. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) is the new standard in the wireless security. However, not all wireless cards and adapters support this technology. Please check your wireless adapters user manual to check if it supports WPA. Instead of a hex key, WPA uses only passphrases, which are much easier to remember. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 35 of 55 The following section, intended for the home, home-office, and small-office user, presents a few different ways to maximize the security of your wireless network. At the time of publication, four encryption methods are available:

Encryption Methods:

Name Wi-Fi Protected Access-TKIP Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 64-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 128-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 128-bit WEP Acronym 64-bit WEP Security Good Features Static keys Better Static keys Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm

(typically 40-

bit keys) More secure than 64-bit WEP using a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-

generated data WPA2-AES (or just WPA2) Best Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss WPA-TKIP/AES

(or just WPA) Best Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) added so that keys are rotated and encryption is strengthened

(insert chart from P74488-A, p.16) WEP WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all Wi-Fi-compliant wireless products. WEP gives wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired network. 64-Bit WEP 64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (64 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 64-bit as 40-bit encryption. Shortly after the technology was introduced, researchers found that 64-bit encryption was too easy to decode. 128-Bit Encryption F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 36 of 55 As a result of 64-bit WEPs potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption. Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit WEP and 128-

bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit WEP and 128-bit encryption. Encryption Keys After selecting either the 64-bit WEP or 128-bit encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another. You can enter your key by typing in the hex key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Write down the hex WEP key from your wireless router (or access point) and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your Cards configuration screen. WPA WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that improves upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support it. These updates will be found on your wireless vendors website. There are three types of WPA security: WPA-PSK (no server),WPA

(with radius server), and WPA2. WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the network key. A network key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment. WPA (with radius server) works best in a business environment, in which a radius server automatically distributes the network key to clients. WPA2 requires Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for encryption of data, which offers much greater security than WPA. WPA uses both Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and AES for encryption. Setting up your Belkin Wireless Router (or Access Point) to use Security F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 37 of 55 To start using security, you need to first enable WEP or WPA for your wireless router (or access point). For Belkin Wireless Routers (or Access Points), these security features can be configured by using the web-based interface. See your wireless routers (or access points) manual for directions on how to access the management interface. IMPORTANT: You must now set all wireless network cards/adapters to match these settings. Configuring your Card to use Security At this point, you should already have your wireless router (or access point) set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain wireless connection, you will need to set your N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter to use the same security settings. Changing the Wireless Security Settings The Belkin N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter supports the latest WPA security feature as well as the legacy WEP security standard. By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable security, you will first need to determine which standard is used by the router (or access point). (See your wireless routers or access points manual for directions on how to access the security settings.)

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 38 of 55 To access the security settings on your Card, click the My Connections tab and point to the connection for which you want to change security settings. Click Edit to change settings. WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select WEP from the Data Encryption drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 39 of 55 3. Click Save to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings. WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Please record the key prior to applying changes in the wireless router (or access point). If you dont remember the hex key, your client will be locked out of the wireless router (or access point). 128-Bit WEP Encryption F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 40 of 55 1. Select WEP from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For instance:

C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 41 of 55 3. Click Save to finish. Encryption in the wireless router (or access point) is now set. Each of the computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings. WARNING: If you are using a wireless client to turn on the security settings in your wireless router (or access point), you will temporarily lose your wireless connection until you activate security on your wireless client. Please record the key prior to applying changes in the wireless router (or access point). If you dont remember the hex key, your client will be locked out of the wireless router (or access point). WPA-PSK (no server) Choose this setting if your network does not use a radius server. WPA-PSK

(no server) is typically used in home and small office networking. 1. From the Network Authentication drop-down menu, select WPA-PSK (no server). 2. Enter your network key. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients

(network cards) that you want to include in your wireless network.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 42 of 55 3. Click Save to finish. You must now set all clients (network cards) to match these settings. Wireless Networking Utility Options

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 43 of 55 The Options tab on the WNU provides the user the ability to customize his or her WNU settings. Wireless Networking Utility Help The WNU Help tab provides users with access to online and telephone support, one-click check for upgrades to updated versions of software, and advanced diagnostic tools.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 44 of 55 Advanced Diagnostic Tools The Advanced Diagnostic Tools section is the central control panel for all the settings of the hardware and software components of the wireless network. It provides an array of tests and connectivity services to ensure optimal network performance.

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F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 45 of 55 Troubleshooting I cant connect to the Internet wirelessly. If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items:

1. Look at the lights on your wireless router. If youre using a Belkin Wireless Router, the lights should be as follows:

The Power light should be on. The Connected light should be on, and not blinking. The WAN light should be either on or blinking. If your Belkin Wireless Routers lights have the above characteristics, go to number 2 below. If this is NOT the case, make sure:

The routers power cord is plugged in. All cables are connected between the router and the modem. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 46 of 55 All the modems LEDs are functioning correctly. If not, see your modems user manual. Reboot the router. Reboot the modem. If you continue to have issues, please contact Belkin Technical Support. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Router, consult that router manufacturers user guide. 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom right-hand corner of the screen. If youre using a Belkin Wireless Card, the tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green):

[Keep the same icon]

3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should have a list of Available Networks. Available networks are wireless networks to which you can connect. If you are using a Belkin 802.11g (G Plus) Router, or Belkin 802.11g (54g) Router, Belkin54g is the default name. If you are using a Belkin 802.11b Router, the default name should be WLAN. If you are NOT using a Belkin Router, please consult your router manufacturers user manual for the default name. The name of your wireless network appears in Available Networks. If the correct network name is listed in the Available Networks list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:

1. Click on the correct network name in the Available Networks list. 2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to enter the network key. Click Connect. For more information regarding security, see the page entitled: Securing your Wi-Fi Network on page xx of this User Manual. 3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower right-hand corner of your screen should turn green, indicating a successful connection to the network. If you are still unable to access the Internet after connecting to the wireless network, please contact Belkin Technical Support. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 47 of 55 The name of your wireless network DOES NOT appear in the list of Available Networks. If the correct network name is not listed, check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the Card to connect to the wireless router (or access point). Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Networks screen. Click Add if you do not see the network you are trying to connect to and type in the SSID. For more information about setting up an SSID, please reference your router manufacturers user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Installation CD-ROM does not start Belkin Wireless Networking Utility. If the CD-ROM does not start the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. If the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the My Computer icon. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Installation CD has been placed in to start the installation. Then double-click on the folder named Files. Next, double-click on the icon named setup.exe. Power LED does not come ON; Card is not working. If the LED indicators are not ON, the problem may be that the Card is not connected or installed properly. Verify that the Card is plugged firmly into the ExpressCard slot of your computer. Check to see that the drivers for the Card have been installed. Right-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop. Choose Properties and navigate to the Device Manager and see if your ExpressCard Adapter is listed without any errors. If an error is indicated, contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is blinking slowly; I cannot connect to a wireless network or the Internet. If your Card appears to be functioning properly, but you cannot connect to a network or you have a red wireless icon at the bottom of your screen, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the network name (SSID) settings in your wireless network properties. Check the SSID settings to see if they match. The SSID is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer must be exactly the same in order for the Card to connect to the wireless router (or access point). F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 48 of 55 Note: To check the SSID settings or look for an available network, double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Networks screen. Click Add if you do not see the network you are trying to connect to and type in the SSID. For more information about setting up an SSID, please reference your router manufacturers user manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Link LED is solid but I cannot connect to the Internet. If you have a signal but cant get online or obtain an IP address, the problem may be that there is a mismatch between the encryption key settings in your computer and wireless router (or access point). Check the WEP, WPA, or WPA2 key settings to see if they match. The key is case-sensitive and the spelling on each computer and wireless router (or access point) must be exactly the same in order for the Card to connect to the router. For more information about encryption, please see Securing your Wi-Fi Network on page 16 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move farther from the wireless router (or access point). In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to five to 10 feet away from the wireless router (or access point). Please see the section titled Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance on page 2 of this User Manual. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Signal strength is poor. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move farther from the wireless router (or access point). In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, to five to 10 feet away from wireless router (or access point). F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 49 of 55 Changing the wireless channel Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the router is shipped with is channel 6. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region; see your routers (or access points) user manual for instructions on how to choose other channels. 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 Cards connection. In the Properties dialog, select the Configure button on the General tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the Wireless Card 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 cards literature. If issues persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Why are there two wireless utilities in my system tray?

Which one do I use?

There are several features and advantages from using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility over the Windows XP Wireless Zero Configuration utility. We offer a site survey, detailed link information, and adapter diagnosis, to name a few. Its essential to know which utility is managing your Card. We recommend using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility. To use the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility, follow the steps below:

Step 1 Right-click on the network status icon in the system tray and select the Status tab. Step 2 From the Status tab, uncheck the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings box. Once the box is unchecked, click the Close button to close the window. You are now using the Belkin Wireless Networking Utility to configure the Card. Card does not perform or connection is unstable when computer has a second built-in wireless network card (such as a mini PCI or Intel Centrino). F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 50 of 55 This condition occurs if your computer has a built-in wireless card while your Belkin Wireless Card is also active. This happens because Windows must now handle two active wireless connections. You need to disable the built-in wireless card from your computer under Network Adapters in the Device Manager. Card does not perform or connection is slow when computer has a built-in wired Ethernet card. This condition occurs if your computer has an active Ethernet card while your Wireless Card is also active. This happens because Windows must now handle two active network connections. You need to disable the Ethernet card from your computer under Network Adapters in the Device Manager. Whats the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?

Currently there are three commonly used wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11g, can transmit information up to 54Mbps; 802.11a also supports up to 54Mbps, but in the 5GHz frequency; and 802.11n draft specification can connect at up to 300Mbps. See the following chart for more detailed information. Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart G Plus Wireless MIMO Technology

(802.11g with MIMO MRC) Up to 54Mbps*

Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Up to 300Mbps*

Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Up to 54Mbps*

Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Up to 300Mbps*

Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Compatible Compatibility Compatible Compatible Compatible N1 MIMO

(draft 802.11n with MIMO) N MIMO

(draft 802.11n with MIMO) Speed/Data Rate*

Frequency G

(802.11g) F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 51 of 55 with 802.11b/g with 802.11b/g Coverage*

Advantage Up to 400 ft.*

Common widespread use for Internet sharing Up to 1,000 ft.*

Better coverage and consistent speed and range with draft 802.11n**

and 802.11b/g Up to 1,200 ft.*

Enhanced speed and coverage with draft 802.11n**

and 802.11b/g Up to 1,400 ft.*

Leading edge best coverage and throughput

*Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment.

**This Card is compatible with products based on the same version of the draft 802.11n specifications and may require a software upgrade for best results. Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com or www.belkin.com/networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call:

US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8073, to which this declaration relates, This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 52 of 55 the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:

This EUT is compliance with SAR for general population/uncontrolled exposure limits in ANSI/IEEE C95.1-1999 and had been tested in accordance with the measurement methods and procedures specified in OET Bulletin 65 Supplement C. Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separationbetween the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. FCC Caution:

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numrique de la classe B conforme la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause interference and 2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 53 of 55 Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the users authority to operate the equipment. Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin International, Inc. (Belkin) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship. What the period of coverage is. Belkin warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of the product. What will we do to correct problems?

Product Warranty. Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge

(except for shipping charges for the product). What is not covered by this warranty?

All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkins request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with. The Belkin Product Warranty does not protect against acts of God such as flood, earthquake, lightning, war, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized program, or system equipment modification or alteration. How to get service. To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:

1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton CA 90220, Attn: Customer Service, or call (800)-223-5546, within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be prepared to provide the following information:

a. The part number of the Belkin product. b. Where you purchased the product. c. When you purchased the product. d. Copy of original receipt. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with your claim. 2. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 54 of 55 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the purchaser. Damaged equipment must remain available for inspection until the claim is finalized. Whenever claims are settled, Belkin reserves the right to be subrogated under any existing insurance policies the purchaser may have. How state law relates to the warranty. THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW, IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental, consequential, or other damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you. F5D8073 v1000_N Wrs ExprsC_mnl Page 55 of 55 BELKIN N Wireless ExpressCard Adapter Belkin Tech Support US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Belkin International, Inc. 501 West Walnut Street Los Angeles, CA 90220, USA 310-898-1100 310-898-1111 fax Belkin Ltd. Express Business Park, Shipton Way Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom

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