Belkin Bluetooth USB adapter

If you're looking for a low-priced Bluetooth dongle for your PC, we're currently recommending the Belkin Bluetooth USB Adapter (model F8T003).

Using a USB dongle allows you to connect your PC to your Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone or PDA, with a GPS unit (if you're on the move), and just about any other Bluetooth device you need to connect to.

This small little dongle can plug into a USB port on your PC or laptop (also via a USB hub), and comes with all the software you need to get connected. Windows Service Pack 2 users should note that this version of Windows includes the required drivers and software, so it's even easier to get up and running using Windows plug-and-play.

Features of the Belkin Bluetooth USB:

• Offers built-in security using 128-bit encryption and authentication, allowing you to securely access any Bluetooth device without wires
• Installs easily with Plug-and-Play convenience
• Allows you to work at distances of up to 10 meters
• 10 m range is dependent upon environment, number of users, and other wireless devices within immediate proximity
• Adds Bluetooth connection capability to your USB desktop computer
• Works with any device enabled with Bluetooth v1.1 technology
• Supports Microsoft Windows 98 SE, Me, 2000, and XP
• Compatible with Mac OS X v10.2 and higher (Mac OS X driver and software provided by Apple).

To pair with a device from your PC:

• Click the Bluetooth icon in the system tray
• Tick the box that says the device is ready to be found
• The software will scan for devices
• Click on the device you're after
• You'll be prompted to enter a passkey on the PC (any number will do)
• You'll be prompted to enter the same passkey on the device
• Pairing should now be completed
• A list of your paired Bluetooth devices should be displayed, looking something like the following screenshot:

FAQ

• Drivers? The dongle is supplied with a CD containing all the drivers you'll need. If you want to look for later versions, go to web.belkin.com/support. Note that Windows XP Service Pack 2 contains Bluetooth drivers that can be used with this dongle, so if you're having trouble with Belkin's drivers, try the Windows Bluetooth drivers instead - these should be picked up when you do an "add new hardware" from Control panel.

Useful links

• Bluetooth information - General Bluetooth info
• Help with using Bluetooth on a Series 60 handset
• Help with using Bluetooth on a P900 handset
• Help with using Bluetooth on a Pocket PC
• Latest drivers and support information from web.belkin.com/support
• Discussion forum - If you need more help or advice

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