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Problem:
I  am  having  difficulty  setting  up  Wi-Fi  Protected  Access  (WPA) 
security  on  a  Belkin  client  card  (Wireless  Network  Card  or  Adapter) 
for  a  home  network.
Solution:
Clients  must  use  the  same  key  that  the  Wireless  G  Plus  Router 
uses.  For  instance,  if  the  key  is  “Smith  Family  Network  Key”  in  the 
Wireless  G  Plus  Router,  the  clients  must  also  use  that  same  key.
1.    Double-click  the  “Signal  Indicator”  icon  to  bring  up  the  “Wireless 
Network  Utility”  screen.  The  “Advanced”  button  will  allow  you  to 
view  and  configure  more  options  of  your  client  card. 
2.   Once  the  “Advanced”  button  is  clicked,  the  Belkin  Wireless  LAN 
Utility  will  appear.  This  Utility  will  allow  you  to  manage  all  the 
advanced  features  of  the  Belkin  client  card.
3.   Under  the  “Wireless  Network  Properties”  tab,  select  a 
network  name  from  the  “Available  Networks”  list  and  click  the 
“Properties”  button.
4.   Under  “Network  Authentication”,  select  “WPA-PSK  (no  server)”.
5.   Type  your  WPA  key  in  the  “Network  key”  box.
Important:  WPA-PSK  is  a  combination  of  numbers  and  letters 
from  A-Z  and  0-9.  For  WPA-PSK,  you  can  enter  eight  to  63 
characters.  This  network  key  needs  to  match  the  key  you  assign 
to  your  Wireless  G  Plus  Router.
6.    Click  “OK”,  then  “Apply”  to  save  the  settings. 
						

							
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Problem:
I  am  having  difficulty  setting  up  Wi-Fi  Protected  Access  (WPA) 
security  on  a  Belkin  client  card (Wireless  Network  Card  or  Adapter) 
for  a  business.
Solution:
1.
    Double-click  the  “Signal  Indicator”  icon  to  bring  up  the  “Wireless  Network  Utility”  screen.  The  “Advanced”  button  will  allow  you  to 
view  and  configure  more  options  of  your  client  card.
2.    Once  the  “Advanced”  button  is  clicked,  the  Belkin  Wireless  LAN Utility  will  appear.  This  Utility  will  allow  you  to  manage  all  the 
advanced  features  of  the  Belkin  client  card.
3.   Under  the  “Wireless  Network  Properties”  tab,  select  a 
network  name  from  the  “Available  Networks”  list  and  click  the 
“Properties”  button.
4.   Under  “Network  Authentication”,  select  “WPA”.
5.   In  the  “Authentication”  tab,  select  the  settings  that  are  indicated 
by  your  network  administrator.
6.    Click  “OK”,  then  “Apply”  to  save  the  settings.
Problem:
I  am  having  difficulty  setting  up  Wi-Fi  Protected  Access  (WPA) 
security  and  I  am  NOT  using  a  Belkin  client  card  for  a 
home  network.
Solution:
If  you  are  NOT  using  a  Belkin  WPA  Wireless  Desktop  or  Wireless 
Notebook  Network  Card  and  it  is  not  equipped  with  WPA-enabled 
software,  a  file  from  Microsoft  called  “Windows  XP  Support  Patch 
for  Wireless  Protected  Access”  is  available  for  free  download:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/search.aspx?displaylang=en
Note: The  file  that  Microsoft  has  made  available  works  only  with 
Windows  XP.  Other  operating  systems  are  not  supported  at  this 
time.  You  also  need  to  ensure  that  the  wireless  card  manufacturer 
supports  WPA  and  that  you  have  downloaded  and  installed  the 
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Supported Operating Systems:
•  Windows  XP  Professional 
•  Windows  XP  Home  Edition
Enabling WPA-PSK (no server)
1.
    In  systems  running  Windows  XP,  click  “Start  >  Control  Panel  >  Network  Connections”.
2.    Right-click  on  the  “Wireless  Networks”  tab.  The  “Wireless Network  Connection  Properties”  screen  appears.  Ensure  the 
“Use  Windows  to  configure  my  wireless  network  settings”  box
 
is  checked.
3.    Under  the  “Wireless  Networks”  tab,  click  the  “Configure”  button,  and  you  will  see  the  client  card  properties  screen.
4.    For  a  home  or  small  business  user,  select  “WPA-PSK”  under “Network  Administration”.
5.    Select  “TKIP”  or  “AES”  under  “Date  Encryption”.  This  setting 
will  have  to  be  identical  to  the  Wireless  G  Plus  Router  that  you 
set  up.
6.    Type  in  your  encryption  key  in  the  “Network  key”  box.
  Important:   Enter  your  pre-shared  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  that  you  set  up.
7.  Click  “OK”  to  apply  settings. 
						

							
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What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, G Plus, G Plus MIMO, 
and Pre-N?
Currently  there  are  four  levels  of  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,  802.11b,  transmits  information  at 
11Mbps;  802.11g  works  at  54Mbps;  G  Plus,  G  Plus  MIMO,  and  Pre-
N  work  at  108Mbps.  Pre-N,  the  precursor  to  the  upcoming  802.11n 
release,  promises  speeds  that  exceed  802.11g,  and  up  to  twice  the 
wireless  coverage  area.  See  the  following  chart  for  more  detailed 
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Wireless Comparison Chart
Wireless Technology802.11bG (802.11g)
G Plus (802.11g 
with HSM)
G Plus MIMO
 
(802.11g with 
MIMO MRC)
Belkin Pre-N 
(802.11g with 
True MIMO)
Speed*
11Mbps link rate/baseline 5x faster than 802.11b* 10x faster than 802.11b* 10x faster than 802.11b*15x faster than 802.11b*
Frequency
Common household 
devices such 
as cordless 
phones and 
microwave 
ovens may 
interfere with 
the unlicensed 
band 2.4GHz
Common household 
devices such 
as cordless 
phones and 
microwave 
ovens may 
interfere with 
the unlicensed 
band 2.4GHz
Common household 
devices such 
as cordless 
phones and 
microwave 
ovens may 
interfere with
 
the unlicensed 
band 2.4GHz
Common household 
devices such 
as cordless 
phones and 
microwave 
ovens may 
interfere with
 
the unlicensed 
band 2.4GHz
Common household 
devices such 
as cordless 
phones and 
microwave 
ovens may 
interfere with 
the unlicensed 
band 2.4GHz
Compatibility
Compatible 
with 802.11gCompatible 
with 802.11b/gCompatible 
with 802.11b/gCompatible 
with 802.11b/gCompatible 
with 802.11g 
or 802.11b
Coverage*
Typically 
100–200 ft. 
indoors Up to 400 ft.*
Up to 700 ft.* Up to 1,000 ft.* Up to 1,400 ft.*
Advantage
Mature—legacy technology 
Common—widespread 
use for Internet 
sharingEnhanced speed 
and coverage
Better coverage 
and consistent 
speed at range
Leading edge—best 
coverage and 
throughput
*Distance  and  connection  speeds  will  vary  depending  on  your  
networking  environment. 
						

							
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Free Tech Support*  *National call rates may apply  www.belkin.com
You can find additional support information on our website  www.belkin.
com  through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support 
by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*.
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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. 
The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio 
frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such 
a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is 
minimized.
When connecting an external antenna to the device, the antenna shall be 
placed in such a manner to minimize the potential for human contact during 
normal operation. In order to avoid the possibility of exceeding the FCC radio 
frequency exposure limits, human proximity to the antenna shall not be less 
than 20cm (8 inches) during normal operation.
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. 
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:
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,
F5D7231-4
to  which  this  declaration  relates,
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
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    •  Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.     •   Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. 
    •    Connect the equipment to 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.
  
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 user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Canada-Industry Canada (IC)
 
The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry 
Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Europe-European Union Notice
 
Radio products with the CE 0682 or CE alert marking  
comply with the R&TTE Directive (1995/5/EC) issued by the  
Commission of the European Community.         
Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European 
Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards).  
    •  EN 60950 (IEC60950) – Product Safety
 
    •  EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment 
    •  ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment.
To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label
 
on your Belkin product.
Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) 
and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the 
European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity 
to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international 
standards).
    •  EN 55022 (CISPR 22) – Electromagnetic Interference
 
    •  EN 55024 (IEC61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11) – Electromagnetic Immunity 
    •  EN 61000-3-2 (IEC610000-3-2) – Power Line Harmonics 
    •  EN 61000-3-3 (IEC610000) – Power Line Flicker 
    •  EN 60950 (IEC60950) – Product Safety
Products that contain the radio transmitter are labeled with 
 
CE 0682 or CE alert marking and may also carry the CE logo.
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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 Belkin’s 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.
2.   Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how  to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with 
 
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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.
For information on product disposal please refer to 
 
http://environmental.belkin.com
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