Belkin F5U303 User Manual

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Belkin Tech Support
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Wireless USB Hub
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Wireless USB Hub
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Options
System Tray
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Troubleshooting
Support for USB Classes
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Table of Contents
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Wireless USB Hub. This revolutionary product lets you
connect your USB devices to your computer—wirelessly.
and burn CDs, without the hassle of connecting cables. The
stay connected.
to get the most from your Wireless USB Hub.
Wireless USB Hub
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cameras, hard drives, and other USB devices to
your computer
with your computer
System Requirements
32-/64-bit operating system
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Introduction
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Introduction
Output: 5V DC, 3A
Plug Size: 3.5mm
Plug Polarity: Center-pin positive
Wireless Status LED
Status: Constant on, when power supply is connected;
Status: Off: No USB device plugged in
(or device not enumerated)
Green: USB device enumerated
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Association Procedures
Two methods exist to assist you in setting up the wireless
security and association with your Hub: PIN and Cable.
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When you initially set up the Hub, you must “associate” it
with the host computer. To do this, enter the PIN (product
the Wireless USB Manager. This “PIN association” procedure
wireless connection.
2. Open the Wireless USB Manager to set up the
3. Click on “New Connection”.
4. Select “PIN Association” and click “Next”.
5. Enter the PIN into the space provided. The PIN can be
found on the bottom of the Hub.
6. The Wireless USB Manager will automatically detect the
8. Verify that you have established a wireless connection
through the Wireless USB Manager. You should have an
each other.
9. Station the Wireless USB Hub in range and connect your
devices to access them wirelessly.
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When you initially set up the Hub, you must “associate”
your computer using the provided USB cable. This “cable
association” procedure is the second optional method of
establishing a secure wireless connection.
2. Attach the Hub to your computer using a standard USB
cable (mini-B to USB-A connector).
3. Open the Wireless USB Manager to set up the
4. Click on “New Connection”.
5. Select “Cable Association” and click “Next”.
6. The Wireless USB Manager will automatically detect the
8. Verify that you have established a wireless connection
through the Wireless USB Manager. You should have an
each other.
9. Station the Wireless USB Hub in range and connect your
devices to access them wirelessly.
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Installation
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Installation
Automatic Connect Feature
When the association procedure is completed, the Hub
whenever it is within operating range. If desired, you can
select another method for how the Hub will wirelessly
connect to your computer. This setup may be changed later.
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To confirm that the Wireless USB Hub is properly installed,
check the Windows Device Manager. In the Device Manager,
you should see: “Belkin Wireless USB Hub” and “Dell
Wireless 400 Host Wire Adapter”.
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transmit at very low power levels. To achieve peak
on the Hub and your laptop.
As a general rule, the antennas should be positioned in
a vertical orientation relative to the horizontal plane. As
the antenna is integrated behind the laptop screen, we
wireless communication. Please see the illustration above
for an explanation. We also recommend that you place the
antennas in a direct line-of-sight orientation.
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The user interface for the Wireless USB Manager consists of
a window with three buttons. These buttons are:
These three buttons within the Wireless USB Manager will
your Wireless USB Hub. Clicking on the “Settings” button
will allow you to add a new connection and more through
the “Options” button.
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Operation
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Operation
There are three tabs in the “Options” section of the Wireless
General:
This section will show the computer name
associated with your laptop as well as the MAC (media
access control) address of the internal Wireless Host
Adapter. There is also a toggle button to enable and disable
the internal Wireless USB Adapter.
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This section of the utility will allow you to
diagnose problems related to the wireless connection.
diagnostics test. The log will generate detailed information
on the status of the hardware.
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Operation
Advanced Options:
This section offers a power
and throughput enhancements. If you are experiencing
wireless connection problems, you may want to try changing
the wireless channel. For optimal performance, use
channel 13.
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The icon on the main screen of the Wireless USB Manager
will show your connection status and will allow you to
disconnect from the Hub or delete a wireless entry. You
can also choose the connection mode with the Hub. These
options include Automatic, Prompt to Connect, or Manual.
The icon for the Wireless USB Hub is not fixed and can be
changed if desired. Right-click on the icon to display
these options.
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Operation
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System Tray
When the Wireless USB Manager is running, the “Wireless
enabled or disabled.
application, hide/show the application window, disable/
enable the radio, or access Help and About information.
can be used to launch the application.
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The following sections provide maintenance information and
troubleshooting advice.
Troubleshooting
still cannot connect to the Hub.
one of the devices listed. If it is not, perform the cable- or
arrows pointing to each other over the device icon. If the
software does not show a wireless connection, move your
the Hub, waiting a few moments, and then plugging it back
After doing this, you must repeat the security-
association setup.
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2. I have a device installed but I still can’t seem to
connect to it. What should I check before
contacting Technical Support?
appears in the main screen of the Wireless USB Manager. If it
does not, try the security-setup process again, following the
Try moving the devices very close together to determine if
a connection can be made. Once the connection has been
this distance could be reduced by large solid objects placed
Check the blue LED status light on the Wireless USB Hub.
When there is a good wireless connection, the blue LED
flashes at a constant rate.
Open the “Wireless USB Manager” application, select the
will connect.
connecting another USB device directly to it. If you are using
any additional extension cables for association, please remove
them and repeat the procedure.
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another PC to determine if there is a problem with only
the current system.
Verify the following by referring to your computer
A) that your system has the latest drivers (available from
the manufacturer) installed for the system’s chipset;
B) that your system is using the latest BIOS (“basic
computer functions).
3. I have two hubs in my house. I can only get one at a
time to run.
You may have a situation in which both setups are trying
to access the same channel. Open the Wireless USB
Options”. By default, both should operate instantly in the
same environment. If both hubs are set to the same channel,
change one of them to a different channel. The channel
4. I keep getting the message, “No Channels Available”,
when I try to use one of my hubs. What does
that mean?
channel by disconnecting Wireless USB communication on
one of the configured setups.
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Maintenance
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Maintenance
Support for USB Classes
Audio devices (“USB Audio” class) and some webcams
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Technical Specifications
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WQST110 BB/MAC
+ WQST101 RF IC
3 sub-bands, 528MHz each
external power supply)
devices (500mA @ 5VDC each)
Antenna Hub — external UWB
omnidirectional antenna
Operating 32° F to 131° F (0° C to 55° C)
Temperature Range
Operational Humidity 30%–85%
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PHY spec. rev. 1.0
Part 15 subpart F; UWB intentional
radiation and subpart B
Specification 1.1
OS Compliance Windows Vista 32-bit/64-bit;
Windows Plug-and-Play-compliant
Coexistence Coexists with standard
WiMedia devices
Coexistence with co-located additional
dongles or Wireless USB systems
(FFI, TFI schemes)
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We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street,
Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility
that the product:
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
accept any interference received, including interference that
What this warranty covers.
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.
the product.
What will we do to correct problems?
Product Warranty.
the product).
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due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags),
or alteration.
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