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Table of Contents31 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Benefits of a Home Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . 22 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements . . . . . . . 94 Connecting and Configuring your Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . . 40Changing LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Viewing the DHCP Client List Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43Configuring the Wireless Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . 43Securing your Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48WEP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53WPA Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55WPA2 Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57Using the Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64Setting MAC Address Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67Enabling the DMZ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68Utilities Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70Restarting the Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 767 Manually Configuring Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 848 Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 889 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9010 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1091
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Plus Router (the Router). The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best practices for maximizing your wireless home network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance” on page 2.Benefits of a Home Network• 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 – you no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range• Easy installation – The Belkin Easy Installation Wizard makes 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 productsIntroduction2134567891011section1
32Introduction32IntroductionPlacement of your Router for Optimal PerformanceImportant Factors for Placement and SetupYour wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for 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 Router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move farther from your Router, connection speed may decrease. Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls.If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a position between five and 10 feet away from the Router 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. Wireless Router Placement Place your Router, 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 Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): • Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction. • In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the Router on an upper floor. • Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone.
3IntroductionIntroduction3Introduction2134567891011section2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators• Washers and/or dryers• 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 signal’s path (between your computers and Router).3. Cordless Phones 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 Router and your wireless-enabled computers. • Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s 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. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz 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 found in the wireless utility of your wireless adapter or card to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s or card’s user manual), and move your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
54Introduction54Introduction• 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 Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included with your Wireless Network Card. See your Network Card’s user guide for more information. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point.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:• 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 computer’s power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The easiest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website. A second alternative is to change your computer’s 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 under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel. If you continue to have difficulty with secure connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues.
5IntroductionIntroduction5Introduction2134567891011sectionFor more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at: US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790
76Product Overview76Product OverviewProduct FeaturesIn minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin Wireless G Plus Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® X v10.x, AppleTalk®, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000, and XP, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet). Front-Panel LED Display Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and status-monitoring procedures.Web-Based Advanced User Interface You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily.NAT IP Address Sharing Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service account.SPI Firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding.
7Product Overview72134567891011sectionIntegrated 10/100 4-Port Switch The Router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices. The switch will transfer data between computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources.Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant.Support for VPN Pass-Through If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the Router and to your office network.Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated networking setup.Easy Install Wizard The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your Wireless Router will be up and running on the Internet.NOTE: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system, the Wireless G Plus Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual (see page 22).
88Product OverviewG Plus Mode* G Plus Mode, a 54g performance enhancement, provides the fastest wireless connectivity for 802.11g-capable networks in real-world environments. It is designed for home networks that require additional bandwidth for applications such as sharing digital pictures. G Plus makes 802.11g WLANs more efficient without affecting the performance of neighboring networks, and is compatible at high speeds with leading brands.*When operating in 125 G Plus Mode, this Wi-Fi device achieves an actual throughput of up to 34.1Mbps, which is the equivalent throughput of a system following 802.11g protocol and operating at a signaling rate of 125Mbps. Actual throughput will vary depending on environmental, operational, and other factors.Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point 802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b.MAC Address Filtering For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every computer has its own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can control access to your network.9
Package Contents• Belkin Wireless G Plus Router• Quick Installation Guide• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual• Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable• Power Supply System Requirements• Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection• At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer• RJ45 Ethernet networking cable• Internet browserEasy Install Wizard Software System Requirements• A PC running Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, or a Mac computer running Mac OS X• Minimum 64MB RAM• Internet browserKnowing your Router9section21345678910
1110Knowing your Router1110Knowing your RouterThe Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status.1. Power/Ready LED When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the Power/Ready LED blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED becomes a SOLID light, indicating the Router is ready for use.OFF Router is OFFBlinking Green Router is Booting UpSolid Green Router is Ready2. Wireless Network LEDOFF Wireless Network is OFFGreen Wireless Network is ReadyBlinking Indicates Wireless Activity3. Wired Computer Status LEDs These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the numbered ports on the rear of the Router. When a computer is properly connected to one of the wired computer ports on the rear of the Router, the (1) (2)(3)(4)(5)
11Knowing your Router11section2134567891011LED will light. GREEN means a 10Base-T device is connected, AMBER means a 100Base-T device is connected. When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly.OFF No Device is Linked to the PortGreen 10Base-T Device ConnectedOrange 100Base-Tx Device ConnectedBlinking (Orange or Green)Port Activity4. Modem Status LED This LED lights in GREEN to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It blinks rapidly when information is being sent over the port between the Router and the modem.OFF No WAN LinkSolid Green Good WAN LinkBlinking Green WAN Activity5. Internet LED This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet. When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet. When the light is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature, this LED becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your Router’s connection.OFF Router is not Connected to the InternetBlinking Green Router is Attempting to Connect to the InternetSolid Green Router is Connected to the Internet
1312Knowing your Router1312Knowing your Router6. Power Jack Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack.7. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) - BLUE Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router.8. Connection to Modem (Modem Port) - GREEN This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was provided with the modem to connect the modem to this port. Use of a cable other than the cable supplied with the cable modem may not work properly.9. Reset Button The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password.a. Resetting the Router Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the (6)(7)(8) (9)
13Knowing your Router13section2134567891011Router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete.b. Restoring the Factory Defaults Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to blink. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the restore is complete.
1514Connecting and Configuring your Router1514Connecting and Configuring your RouterVerify the contents of your box. You should have the following:• Belkin Wireless G Plus Router• Quick Installation Guide• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to the computer)• Power SupplyModem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.ALWAYS INSTALL YOUR ROUTER FIRST! IF YOU ARE INSTALLING NUMEROUS NETWORK DEVICES FOR THE FIRST TIME, IT IS IMPORTANT THAT YOUR ROUTER IS CONNECTED AND RUNNING BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OTHER NETWORK COMPONENTS SUCH AS NOTEBOOK CARDS AND DESKTOP CARDS.Easy Install Wizard Belkin has provided our Easy Install Wizard software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes.The Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP, or Mac OS X v10.1.x computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the Ethernet USB
15Connecting and Configuring your Router15section21345678910“Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.IMPORTANT: Run the Easy Install Wizard software from the computer that is directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.Step 1 Run the Easy Install Wizard Software1.1. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.1.2 Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME. • Quick Installation Guide • The Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual • The Router • The Router’s Power Supply • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable1.3 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer.1.4 Insert the Easy Install Wizard software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Easy Installation Wizard screen will automatically appear on your screen within 15 seconds. If it does not, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “EasyInstall.exe” on the CD-ROM.
1716Connecting and Configuring your Router1716Connecting and Configuring your RouterWelcome Screen After you insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive, the Wizard’s welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected the Router at this point. If you have connected your Router, please reconnect your computer directly to the modem. Click “Run the Easy Install Wizard” when you are ready to move on.Progress Screen The Easy Install Wizard will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. Each time you see the progress screen, click “Next” when you are ready to move to the next step.Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet. When the Wizard is finished examining your computer, click “Next” to continue.Multiple Network Adapters Found Screen If you have more than one network adapter installed in your computer, this screen will appear. If you have more than one network adapter installed in your computer, the Wizard will need to know which adapter is connected to your modem. Select the network adapter that is connected to your modem from the list and click “Next”.
17Connecting and Configuring your Router17section21345678910Step 2 Set up the HardwareThe Wizard will walk you through connecting your Router to your computer and modem. Follow the steps on the screen using the pictures as a guide.2.1 This step instructs you to locate the cable connected between your modem and the networking port on your computer. Unplug this cable from the computer and plug it into the GREEN port on the Router. Click “Next” to continue.If you are not sure which adapter to choose, select the adapter at the top of the list. If you mistakenly choose the wrong adapter now, you will be able to choose a different one later.2.2 This step instructs you to locate the BLUE cable that is included with your Router. Plug one end of this cable into ANY one of the BLUE ports on your Router. Plug the other end of the cable into the networking port on your computer. Click “Next” to continue.
1918Connecting and Configuring your Router1918Connecting and Configuring your Router2.3 This step instructs you to locate the power supply that is included with your Router. Plug the power supply’s small connector into the power port on the Router. Plug the power supply into an empty power outlet. Click “Next” to continue. 2.4 This step instructs you to look at the lights on the front of your Router. Make sure the appropriate lights are ON. Refer to the Easy Install Wizard software on your computer’s screen for more details. Click “Next” to continue. Note: The Easy Install Wizard may ask you to reboot your computer. If it does, reboot your computer and proceed with the installation.
19Connecting and Configuring your Router19section21345678910Step 3 Check the Connection3.1 Once you have completed connecting the Router, the Wizard will check the connection to the Router and then go on to determine what type of Internet connection you have.3.2 User Name and Password Needed If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a password, the Wizard will ask you to type in your user name and password. If your connection type does not require a user name and password, you will not see this screen. Your user name and password is provided to you by your Internet Service Provider. If you have to type in a user name and password to connect to the Internet, then type that same user name and password in here. Your user name looks something like “jsmith@myisp.com” or simply “jsmith”. The service name is optional and is very rarely required by your ISP. If you don’t know your service name, leave this blank. When you have entered your information, click “Next” to move on.
2120Connecting and Configuring your Router2120Connecting and Configuring your Router3.3 Wireless Setup This step is optional. Click “Next” if you want to skip it. Using this step, you can customize your wireless network settings if you want to. Follow the steps on the screen to complete this step. Click “Next” to continue.Step 4 Configure the RouterThe Wizard will now transfer all of the configuration information to the Router. This will take approximately one minute. During this time, do not turn off the Router or computer. The Router will restart itself at the end of this step.4.1 Checking Internet The Wizard will now check for an Internet connection. This can take a few minutes. The Wizard may not detect a connection right away. If not, it will retry a number of times. The “Connected” light on the front panel of the Router will flash during this time. Please be patient through this process.
21Connecting and Configuring your Router21section213456789104.2 Finished When the Internet connection is complete, the Wizard will tell you that you are finished. The “Connected” LED on the front of the Router will be solid GREEN, indicating that the Router is now connected to the Internet.Your Router is now connected to the Internet. Now you can begin surfing the Internet by opening your browser and going to your favorite web page.Congratulations. You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You are ready to set up the other computers in your home. You can also add computers to your Router anytime you want.
2322Alternate Setup Method2322Alternate Setup MethodThe Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router. From the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks:• View the Router’s current settings and status• Configure the Router to connect to your ISP with the settings that they provided you• Change the current network settings such as the Internal IP address, the IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more• Set the Router’s firewall to work with specific applications (port forwarding)• Set up security features such as client restrictions, MAC address filtering, WEP, and WPA• Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network• Change the Router’s internal password• Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play)• Reset the Router• Back up your configuration settings• Reset the Router’s default settings• Update the Router’s firmwareStep 1 Connect your Router1.1 Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power supply from the modem.1.2 Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem and your computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the other end connected to your modem.1.3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on the back of the Router labeled “Modem”.1.4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of the computer to one of the wired computers ports labeled “1–4”. Note: It does not matter which numbered port you choose.

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