Belkin P73851-B User Manual

Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter

User Manual

Macintosh OS 9.xVersion

P73851-B F5D6050 ver. 2

Introduction

Thank You for purchasing the Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter (the Adapter). Now you can take advantage of this

great new technology and gain the freedom you need around the home or office without using cables. The Wireless USB Network Adapter works like a conventional network Adapter, but without the wires. The easy installation and setup will have you networking wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through this manual completely to be sure that you are getting the most out of your Wireless USB Network Adapter.

Features

The Adapter complies with the IEEE 802.11b standard in order to communicate with other 802.11b compliant wireless devices.

?? 2.4GHz ISM (Industrial, Science, and Medial) band operation ?? Wireless interface compliance with the IEEE 802.11b standard ?? USB Interface, for plug -and-play installation and convenience ?? 64 or 128-bit Wireless (WEP) Encryption ?? Wireless access to networked resources ?? Support for both Infrastructure and Ad-Hoc (peer to peer) networking modes ?? Data rate of up to 11Mbps

o Supports 11, 5.5, 2 or 1Mbps rates (Auto Rollback)

?? Easy installation and use ?? External antennas ?? LED link Indicator

Applications and Advantages

?? Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office

Offers the freedom of networking? without cables.

?? 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 constructions sites, which need networks on a short-term basis? Also companies who 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: USB 1.1 Power Consumption: 300mA (Max) Certification: FCC Class B, CE Mark, C-Tick Operating Temperature: 32 – 131 degrees F (0 – 55 degrees C) Storage Temperature: -13 – 158 degrees F (-25 – 70 degrees C) Typical Operating Range: Indoor: 160’ (50m) @ 11Mbps, 260’ (80m) @ 5.5 Mbps or lower

Outdoor: 490’ (150m) @ 11Mbps, up 1800’ (550m) @ 5.5 Mbps or lower

System Requirements

?? Power Mac G3 or G4 with one available USB Port ?? Mac OS 9.x, 10.1, 10.2

Package Contents

?? Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter ?? USB Cable ?? Quick Installation Guide ?? Installation Software CD ?? User Manual

Knowing your Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter

Statu

s Light

Indicates network activity and power

Adjustable Antennas

USB “B” socket

Placing the Belkin Wireless USB Network Adapter

NOTE: INSTALL THE SOFTWARE FIRST BEFORE YOU CONNECT THE ADAPTER TO YOUR COMPUTER

A six-foot USB cable is provided with the Adapter to allow you to place it as high as possible. The best location is on top of your computer’s monitor. Placing the Adapter on your desktop is acceptable, however, avoid placing the adapter near metal objects such as a computer case or speakers. Any object that is metal has the ability to block the radio signals from the Adapter.

Installing and setting up the Adapter

Installing your Adapter is done in three easy steps.

1. Install the software FIRST. If you connect your adapter to your PC before you install the software, it will not work until you install the software.

2. Connect the Adapter to your MAC.

3. Configure the Adapter and MAC TCPIP Settings

Step 1: Software and Driver Installation (Mac OS 9.x)

1. Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive.

2. Double- click on the file “Belkin_F5D6050Mac9v100b4.sit”.

3. Open the folder created on your desktop and double-click on the Installer.

4. The Installer will start. Select Easy Install. Click Install.

5. The installer will start. Click Continue to automatically quit all other running applications. The installer will continue.

6. After the software installation is finished, the message will appear “Installation was successful. You must now restart your computer to use your new software”. Click Restart. While the computer is rebooting, plug the USB cable into the adapter and connect it to an available USB port on your PC or USB hub.

Step 2: Connect the Adapter to you MAC

1. While the computer is rebooting, plug the USB cable into the adapter and connect it to an available USB port on your PC or USB hub.

Step 3: Configure the Adapter and MAC TCPIP Settings

1. After rebooting the computer, the adapter will be installed. Now click on the Apple Menu. Click on Control Panel and select Belkin USB_Setup. The Belkin Wireless USB Adapter Manager will start. If you get an error stating “No Wireless Card Found” then make sure you have plugged the USB Wireless adapter into an onboard USB controller or a self powered USB Hub.

NOTE: If you already have a wireless router or an access point in your home or office, the Adapter will automatically attempt to connect to your wireless network. In most cases, the Adapter will be able to connect to your network automatically. If you are using encryption, you will have to set the encryption settings on your wireless router or access point before the adapter can successfully connect to your wireless network. For information about configuring your Adapter, see the next section in this manual.

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