Belkin F5D8231-4C N1 Wireless Router User Manual P75170 F5D8231 4 man indd
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1.  Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Placement of your N1 Wireless Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.  Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Product Features  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.  Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Package Contents  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements  . . . . . . . . 10
4.  Connecting and Configuring your Router  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.  Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.  Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . . 38
Changing LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   41
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . .   41
Setting WPA Security  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Setting WEP Encryption  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Using the Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Setting MAC Address Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   53
Configuring the Firewall  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Using Dynamic DNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   59
Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   60
Restarting the Router  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   61
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   66
7.  Manually Configuring Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
8.  Recommended Web Browser Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
9.  Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
10.  Information   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N1 Wireless Router (the Router). 
Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home 
networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize 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 Wireless Networking Hardware for 
Optimal Performance” on the next page. By following our simple setup 
instructions you will be able to use your Belkin Home Network to:
•  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
Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin 
Wireless Network:
•   Mobility – you’ll 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 – Belkin’s 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 products

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Revolutionary N1 Wireless Technology with MIMO (N1 MIMO) 
Your Belkin N1 Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology 
called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N1 MIMO complies 
with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, 
reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems.
The element that makes Belkin’s N1 MIMO technology different 
from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two 
simultaneous data streams to deliver wireless transfers around your 
home or office. A conventional radio uses one antenna to transmit 
a data stream. Belkin’s N1 MIMO, on the other hand, uses three 
antennas. This design helps combat distortion and interference. 
Belkin’s N1 MIMO is multidimensional. It builds on one-dimensional 
smart-antenna technology by simultaneously transmitting two data 
streams through the same channel, which increases wireless capacity. 
Another element that enhances Belkin’s N1 MIMO is the use of 
aggregation as specified in the draft 802.11n specification. By 
shortening the space between packets and combining multiple smaller 
packets into one larger packet, Belkin’s N1 MIMO can transmit more 
data through available bandwidth. 
Think of conventional radio transmission as a two-lane highway. The 
speed limit governs the maximum allowable flow of traffic through 
that lane. Compared with conventional radios, one-dimensional smart 
antenna systems help move traffic through that lane faster and more 
reliably—analogous to a four-lane road on which traffic consistently 
moves at a rate closer to the speed limit. Belkin’s N1 MIMO helps 
traffic move at the speed limit and opens more lanes—to become the 
superhighway in this example. The rate of traffic flow is multiplied by 
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Placement of your N1 Wireless Router
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your 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 further 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 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. 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 2.4GHz phone.

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2.   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 your Router and your 
wireless-enabled computers.
•  Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone 
that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check 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 or 5GHz 
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 to locate any other wireless networks that 
are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move 
your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other 
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•  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 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 simplest 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 
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For 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

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Product Features 
In 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 N1 Wireless 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® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, 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).
Patent-Pending Network Status 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 additional 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.

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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch 
The Router has a built-in, four-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) 
UPnP 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.
Setup Assistant 
The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin’s renowned 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 Router will be up and 
running on the Internet.
Note: Setup Assistant software is compatible with Windows 2000 and 
XP. If you are using another operating system, the Router can be set 
up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual 
(see page 23).

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Integrated N1 Wireless Access Point 
N1 MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft 
IEEE 802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple 
Output) smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 
300Mbps.* Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected 
data rate and will vary depending on your networking environment.
*NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical 
data rate. Actual data throughput will be lower.
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.
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Package Contents
•  Belkin N1 Wireless Router
•  Quick Installation Guide
•  Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
•  RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
•  Power Supply
•  User Manual
•  Network Status Display Guide
•  Wireless Security Setup Guide
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 browser
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements
•  A PC running Windows® 2000 or XP
•  Minimum 500MHz processor and 128MB RAM
•  Internet browser
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The 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 Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT
of the Router to provide you with information about network activity 
and status. See the Network Status Display Guide for more
detailed information.
(A) (B) (C) (D/E) (F) (G)
A.   Wireless Security  
OFF Wireless security is off
Solid Blue Wireless security is on
B.   Wireless-Computer Status  
OFF Wireless computer is not present
Solid Blue Wireless computer is connected to
the Router
Blinking Amber Problem with wireless computer 
connecting properly to the Router
C.   Wired-Computer Status  
OFF Wired computer is not present
Solid Blue Wired computer is connected to
the Router
Blinking Amber Problem with wired computer connecting 
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D.  Router/Power Status    
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 “router” 
icon blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” 
icon becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use. 
OFF Router is off
Blinking Blue Router is booting up
Solid Blue Router is on and ready
E.   Wireless Status    
OFF Wireless is off
Solid Blue Wireless is on
F.   Modem Status    
This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected 
properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected. 
OFF Router is NOT connected to modem
Solid Blue Router is connected to modem and 
functioning properly
Blinking Amber Problem with modem
G.   Internet Status    
This unique icon 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 amber, the Router is attempting 
to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router 
is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x 
minutes” feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring 
the status of your Router’s connection. 
OFF Router is NOT connected to the Internet
Blinking Amber Router is attempting to connect to 
the Internet
Solid Blue Router is connected to the Internet

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H.   Connections to Wired Computers     - Gray
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, with onboard LEDs on the connectors.
I.   Connection to Modem     - Yellow
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 one supplied with the 
cable modem may not work properly.
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J.   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.
  i.    Resetting the Router 
Push and release the “Reset” button. 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 reset is complete.
ii.  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.
K.   Power Jack – Black 
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Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
•  Belkin N1 Wireless Router 
•  RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable 
•  Power Supply
•  Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
•  User Manual
•  Network Status Display Guide
•  Wireless Security Setup Guide
Modem 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.
Ethernet USB
Setup Assistant 
Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant 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 Setup Assistant requires that your 
Windows 2000 or XP 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 “Alternate 
Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. 
Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 
2000 or XP, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup 
Method” section of this User Manual.

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   Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation 
Guide (QIG)
A.  Unplug your modem’s power 
cord. Put the Router next to 
the modem. Raise the Router’s 
antennas.
B.   Locate the networking cable 
that connects your modem and 
computer. Unplug that cable from 
your modem, and plug it into 
any gray port on the back of 
the Router.
C.  Find your new networking cable 
(included in the box with your 
Router) and connect it to the 
yellow port on the back of the 
Router. Connect the other end to 
your modem, in the port that’s 
now free.
D.   Plug in your modem’s power cord. 
Wait 60 seconds for the modem 
to start up. Plug the Router’s 
power supply into the black port 
on the back. Plug the other end 
into the wall outlet.
E.   Wait 20 seconds for the Router to 
start up. Look at the display on 
the front of the Router. Make sure 
the “Wired” and “Router” icons 
are lit up in blue. If they are not, 
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Step 2    Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software
A.  Shut down any programs that 
are running on your computer 
at this time.
  Turn off any firewall or 
Internet-connection-sharing 
software on your computer.
B.   Insert the CD into your computer. 
The Setup Assistant will 
automatically appear on your 
computer’s screen within 15 
seconds. Click on “Go” to run 
the Setup Assistant. Follow the 
instructions there.
IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is 
directly connected to the Router from Step 1 – B.
 Note for Windows Users: If the 
Setup Assistant does not start 
up automatically, select your 
CD-ROM drive from “My 
Computer” and double-click on 
the file named “SetupAssistant” 
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Confirmation Screen 
Verify that you have completed all QIG 
steps by checking the box to the right 
of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue.
Progress Screen 
Setup Assistant will show you a 
progress screen each time a step in 
the setup has been completed.
1.1   Checking Settings 
The Setup Assistant will now 
examine your computer’s network 
settings and gather information 
needed to complete the Router’s 
connection to the Internet.

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1.2   Verifying Hardware Connections 
The Setup Assistant will now 
verify your hardware connection.
1.3   Naming your Wireless Network 
The Setup Assistant will display 
the default wireless network name 
or Service Set Identifier (SSID). 
This is the name of your wireless 
network to which your computers 
or devices with wireless network 
adapters will connect. You can 
either use the default or change it 
to something unique. Write down 
this name for future reference. 
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1.4   Requesting Internet Account 
Info (if needed) 
If your Internet account requires 
a login and password, you will 
be prompted with a screen similar 
to the one on the left. Select 
your country or ISP from the 
drop-down boxes.
1.5  Configuring the Router 
The Setup Assistant will now 
configure your Router by 
sending data to the Router 
and restarting it. Wait for the 
on-screen instructions.
 Note: Do not disconnect any 
cable or power off the Router 
while the Router is rebooting. 
Doing so will render your 
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1.6  Checking Internet Connection 
We are almost done. The Setup 
Assistant will now check your 
connection to the Internet.
Congratulations 
You have finished installing your 
new Belkin Router. You will see the 
Congratulations screen when your 
Router can connect to the Internet. 
You can begin surfing by opening your 
browser and going to any website.
You can use the Setup Assistant to 
set up your other wired and wireless 
computers to connect to the Internet 
by clicking “Next”. If you decide to 
add computers to your Router later, 
select “Exit the Assistant” and then 
click “Next”.
Troubleshooting 
If the Setup Assistant is not able to 
connect to the Internet, you will 
see this screen. Follow the on-screen 
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1.7  Optional: Assistance 
Connecting Other Computers 
This optional step will help you 
to connect additional wired 
and wireless computers to your 
network. Follow the on-screen 
instructions.
Congratulations 
Once you have verified that your other 
wired and wireless computers are 
properly connected, your network is set 
up and working. You can now surf the 
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Step 1  
   Hardware Connections – Follow the 
Quick Installation Guide (QIG)
See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the 
previous section.
Step 2  
   Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work 
with a DHCP Server
See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring 
Network Settings” for directions.
Step 3  
   Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced 
User Interface
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based 
Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do 
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Logging into the Router
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The 
home page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any 
changes to the Router’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the 
“Login” button or clicking on any one of the links on the home page 
will take you to the login screen. The Router ships with no password 
entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the 
“Submit” button to log in.
Logging out of the Router
One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes 
of making changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has 
logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer 
can be logged out. Clicking the “Logout” button will log the 
computer out. The second method is automatic. The login will time 
out after a specified period of time. The default login time-out is 
10 minutes. This can be changed from one to 99 minutes. For more 
information, see the section in this manual titled “Changing the Login 
Time-Out Setting”.
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
The home page is the first page you will see when you access the 
Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view 
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1.  Quick-Navigation Links 
You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by 
clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical 
categories and grouped by tabs to make finding a particular 
setting easier to find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab 
will show you a short description of the tab’s function.
2.  Home Button 
The home button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing 
this button will take you back to the home page.
3.  Internet-Status Indicator 
This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating 
the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says 
“Connected” in blue, the Router is connected to the Internet. 
When the Router is not connected to the Internet, the indicator 
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4.  Login/Logout Button 
This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the 
press of one button. When you are logged into the Router, this 
button will change to read “Logout”. Logging into the Router will 
take you to a separate login page where you will need to enter a 
password. When you are logged into the Router, you can make 
changes to the settings. When you are finished making changes, 
you can log out of the Router by clicking the “Logout” button. 
For more information about logging into the Router, see the 
section called “Logging into the Router”.
5.  Help Button 
The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. 
Help is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next 
to certain sections of each page.
6.  LAN Settings 
Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of 
the Router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on 
any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or 
by clicking the “LAN” quick-navigation link on the left side of 
the screen.
7.   Features 
Shows the status of the Router’s NAT, firewall, and wireless 
features. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any 
one of the links or by clicking the quick-navigation links on the 
left side of the screen.
8.   Internet Settings 
Shows the settings of the Internet/WAN side of the Router that 
connects to the Internet. Changes to any of these settings can 
be made by clicking on the links or by clicking on the “Internet/
WAN” quick-navigation link on the left side of the screen.
9.   Version Info 
Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware 
version, and serial number of the Router.
10.  Page Name 
The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User 
Manual will sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance 
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Step 4  
   Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet 
Service Provider (ISP)
The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to 
connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable 
of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have 
correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection 
type. Your ISP connection settings are provided to you by your ISP. 
To configure the Router with the settings that your ISP gave you, 
click “Connection Type” (A) on the left side of the screen. Select 
the connection type you use. If your ISP gave you DNS settings, 
clicking “DNS” (B) allows you to enter DNS address entries for ISPs 
that require specific settings. Clicking “MAC Address” (C) will let you 
clone your computer’s MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC 
address, if required by your ISP. When you have finished making 
settings, the “Internet Status” indicator will read “connection OK” if 
your Router is set up properly.
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Setting your Connection Type 
From the “Connection Type” page, you can select the type of connection 
you use. Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button (1) 
next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2).
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection 
Type to Dynamic IP 
A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with 
cable modems. Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in many cases is 
enough to complete the connection to your ISP. Some dynamic connection 
types may require a host name. You can enter your host name in the space 
provided if you were assigned one. Your host name is assigned by your ISP. 
Some dynamic connections may require that you clone the MAC address of 
the PC that was originally connected to the modem.
1.  Host Name 
This space is provided to enter a host name that needs to be 
visible to your ISP. Enter your host name here and click “Apply 
Changes” (3). If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you 
are not sure, leave this blank.
2.   Change WAN MAC Address 
If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the 
service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the 
current computer’s MAC address through this link.
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Static IP 
A static IP address connection type is less common than other 
connection types. If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will 
need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This 
information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your 
ISP left with you. Type in your information, then click “Apply Changes” 
(5). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will 
read “connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.
1.  IP Address 
Provided by your ISP. Enter your IP address here.
2.   Subnet Mask 
Provided by your ISP. Enter your subnet mask here.
3.  ISP Gateway Address 
Provided by your ISP. Enter the ISP gateway address here.
4.   My ISP Provides More Than One Static IP Address 
If your ISP assigns you more than one static IP address, your 
Router is capable of handling up to five static WAN IP addresses. 
Select “My ISP provides more than one static IP address” and 
enter your additional addresses.
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Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE 
Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a 
DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to 
log you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your 
home or small office that doesn’t require a modem, you may also 
use PPPoE.
Your connection type is PPPoE if:
1)   Your ISP gave you a user name and password, which is required 
to connect to the Internet.
2)   Your ISP gave you software such as WinPOET or Enternet300 
that you use to connect to the Internet.
3)   You have to double-click on a desktop icon other than your 
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1.  User Name 
This space is provided to type in your user name that was 
assigned by your ISP.
2.   Password 
Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” 
box to confirm it.
3.  Service Name 
A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if 
your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank.
4.   MTU 
The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives 
you a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU setting 
can cause problems with your Internet connection including 
disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access, and 
problems with Internet applications working properly.
5.  Disconnect after X... 
The “Disconnect” feature is used to automatically disconnect the 
Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified 
period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this 
option and entering “5” into the minute field will cause the Router 
to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet 
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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to 
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) 
[European Countries Only]. 
Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP protocol, a type of 
connection most common in European countries. This sets up a direct 
connection to the ISP’s system. Type in the information provided 
by your ISP in the space provided. When you have finished, click 
“Apply Changes” (9). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status 
indicator will read “connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.
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1.   PPTP Account 
Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here.
2.  PPTP Password 
Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” 
box to confirm it.
3.  Host Name 
Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here.
4.   Service IP Address 
Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here.
5.  My IP Address 
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Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.
7.   Connection ID (optional) 
Provided by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection 
ID, leave this blank.
8.  Disconnect after X.... 
The “Disconnect” feature is used to automatically disconnect the 
Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified 
period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this 
option and entering “5” into the minute field will cause the Router 
to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet 
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Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra® BigPond User 
[Australia Only]. Your user name and password are provided to you by 
Telstra BigPond. Enter this information below. Choosing your state 
from the drop-down menu (1) will automatically fill in your login server 
IP address. If your login server address is different than one provided 
here, you may manually enter the login server IP address by placing a 
check in the box next to “User decide login server manually” (4) and 
type in the address next to “Login Server” (5). When you have entered 
all of your information, click “Apply Changes” (6). After you apply the 
changes, the Internet Status indicator will read “connection OK” if 
your Router is set up properly.
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1.  Select your State 
Select your state from the drop-down menu (1). The “Login 
Server” box will automatically be filled in with an IP address. 
If for some reason this address does not match the address 
that Telstra has given, you can manually enter the login server 
address. See “User decide login server manually” (4).
2.  User Name 
Provided by your ISP. Type in your user name here.
3.   Password 
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4.   User Decide Login Server Manually 
If your login server IP address is not available in the “Select Your 
State” drop-down menu (1), you may manually enter the login 
server IP address by placing a check in the box next to “User 
decide login server manually” and type in the address next to 
“Login Server” (5).
Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings 
A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that 
translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” 
to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require 
you to enter this information into the Router. The “Automatic from 
ISP” box (1) should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific 
DNS address. If you are using a static IP connection type, then you may 
need to enter a specific DNS address and secondary DNS address for 
your connection to work properly. If your connection type is dynamic 
or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address. 
Leave the “Automatic from ISP” box checked. To enter the DNS address 
settings, uncheck the “Automatic from ISP” box and enter your DNS 
entries in the spaces provided. Click “Apply Changes” (2) to save 
the settings.
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Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address 
All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have 
a unique “serial number” called a MAC address. Your Internet Service 
Provider (ISP) may record the MAC address of your computer’s adapter 
and only let that particular computer connect to the Internet service. 
When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the 
ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Belkin has provided the 
ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into the Router. 
This MAC address, in turn, will be seen by the ISP’s system as the 
original MAC address and will allow the connection to work. If you are 
not sure whether your ISP needs to see the original MAC address, 
simply clone the MAC address of the computer that was originally 
connected to the modem. Cloning the address will not cause any 
problems with your network.
Cloning your MAC Address 
To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the computer 
that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the Router 
was installed. Click the “Clone” button (1). Click “Apply Changes” (3). 
Your MAC address is now cloned to the Router.
Entering a Specific MAC Address 
In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. 
You can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page. Type in a MAC 
address in the spaces provided (2) and click “Apply Changes” (3) to 
save the changes. The Router’s WAN MAC address will now be changed 
to the MAC address you specified.
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Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based 
Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not 
type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”) then press the 
“Enter” key.
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.
Viewing the LAN Settings 
Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s 
header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To 
view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on 
“LAN Settings” (2) or to view the list of connected computers, click on 
“DHCP client list” (3).
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Changing LAN Settings 
All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed 
and changed here.
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1.  IP Address 
The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The 
default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced setup 
interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. 
This address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, 
type in the new IP address and click “Apply Changes”. The IP 
address you choose should be a non-routable IP. Examples of a 
non-routable IP are:
  192.168.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)
  10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)
2.  Subnet Mask 
There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, 
advanced feature of your Belkin Router. It is possible to change 
the subnet mask if necessary; however, do NOT make changes to 
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3.   DHCP Server 
The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy 
by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network 
automatically. The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can 
be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so you must 
manually set a static IP address for each computer on your network. 
To turn off the DHCP server, select “Off” and click “Apply Changes”.
4.   IP Pool 
The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment 
to the computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99 
computers). If you want to change this number, you can do so 
by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking on 
“Apply Changes”. The DHCP server can assign 100 IP addresses 
automatically. This means that you cannot specify an IP address 
pool larger than 100 computers. For example, starting at 50 
means you have to end at 150 or lower so as not to exceed the 
100-client limit. The starting IP address must be lower in number 
than the ending IP address.
5.  Lease Time 
The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address 
for each computer. We recommend that you leave the lease 
time set to “Forever”. The default setting is “Forever”, meaning 
that any time a computer is assigned an IP address by the 
DHCP server, the IP address will not change for that particular 
computer. Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one 
day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of 
time. This also means that a particular computer’s IP address 
may change over time. If you have set any of the other advanced 
features of the Router such as DMZ or client IP filters, these are 
dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want 
the IP address to change.
6.  Local Domain Name 
The default setting is “Belkin”. You can set a local domain name 
(network name) for your network. There is no need to change 
this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so. 
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Viewing the DHCP Client List Page 
You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are 
connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of 
the computer, the host name (2) (if the computer has been assigned 
one), and the MAC address (3) of the computer’s network interface 
card (NIC). Pressing the “Refresh” (4) button will update the list. If 
there have been any changes, the list will be updated.
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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings 
The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network 
settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network 
name or Service Set Identifier (SSID), operating channel, encryption 
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Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) 
To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID  is used. 
The SSID is your network name. The default network name of the 
Router is “Belkin N1 Wireless” followed by six digits that are unique 
to your Router. Your network name will look something like 
“Belkin_N1_Wireless_123456”. You can change this to anything you 
choose, or you can leave it unchanged. Keep in mind, if you decide 
to change your wireless network name, and there are other wireless 
networks operating in your area, your network name needs to be 
different from other wireless networks that may be operating in your 
area. To change the SSID, type in the SSID that you want to use 
in the SSID field (1) and click “Apply Changes” (2). The change is 
immediate. If you make a change to the SSID, your wireless-equipped 
computers may also need to be reconfigured to connect to your new 
network name. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network 
adapter for information on making this change.
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Changing the Wireless Channel 
There are a number of operating channels from which you can 
choose—in the United States, there are 11 and in the United Kingdom 
(and most of Europe), there are 13. In a small number of other countries, 
there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured to 
operate on the proper channels for the country in which you reside. The 
channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks 
operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a 
channel that is different than the other wireless networks.
Using the Wireless Mode Switch 
This switch allows you to set the Router’s wireless modes. There are 
several modes.
Note: Some modes may require firmware updates to be enabled.
1)   802.11g only 
Setting the Router to this mode will allow only 802.11g-compliant 
devices to join the network, keeping out any slower 802.11b devices.
2)   802.11g & 802.11b 
Setting the Router to this mode will let 802.11g- and 
802.11b-compliant devices to join the network.
3)   802.11n & 802.11g 
Setting the Router to this mode will allow N1/draft 802.11n- and 
802.11g-compliant devices to join the network, keeping out any 
slower 802.11b devices.
4)   802.11n only 
Setting the Router to this mode will allow only N1/draft 
802.11n-compliant devices to join the network, keeping out 
802.11g and 802.11b devices.
5)   Off 
This mode will turn OFF the Router’s access point, so no wireless 
devices can join the network. Turning off the wireless function of 
your Router is a great way to secure your network when you are 
away from home for a long period of time, or don’t want to use the 
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Using the Bandwidth Switch 
This switch allows you to set the Router’s wireless bandwidth modes. 
There are several modes available:
1)   20MHz only 
Setting the Router to this mode allows only 20MHz operation. This 
mode is compatible with N1, draft 802.11n-, 802.11g-, and 
802.11b-compliant devices, but will limit N1, draft 802.11n-compliant 
devices’ bandwidth by half. Reducing bandwidth to 20MHz-only 
operation might solve some wireless problems.
2)   40MHz only 
Setting the Router to this mode allows only 40MHz operation. This 
mode is compatible only with N1, draft 802.11n-compliant devices. 
It may affect legacy 802.11b/g devices. Use only when you have a 
pure N1, draft 802.11n wireless network.
3)   20MHz/40MHz Auto 
Setting the Router to this mode allows it to switch automatically 
between 20MHz and 40MHz operation. This mode enables 40MHz 
operation, to maximize speed for N1, draft 802.11n-compliant 
devices when conditions permit. When a legacy 802.11g access 
point is presented and occupies an adjacent secondary channel, 
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Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users 
only. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID. 
Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are 
scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast 
of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to “Broadcast 
SSID”, and then click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate. Each 
computer now needs to be set to connect to your specific SSID; an SSID 
of “ANY” will no longer be accepted. Refer to the documentation of your 
wireless network adapter for information on making this change.
Protected Mode Switch
Protected mode ensures proper operation of N1, draft 802.11n-compliant 
devices on your wireless network when 802.11g or 802.11b devices 
are present or when there is heavy 802.11g or 802.11b traffic in the 
operating environment. Use protected mode if your network consists of 
a mix of Belkin N1 Wireless Cards and 802.11g or 802.11b cards on your 
network. If you are in an environment that includes little to no 802.11g 
or 802.11b wireless network traffic, you will achieve the best N1 wireless 
performance with protected mode OFF. Conversely, in an environment 
with HEAVY 802.11g or 802.11b traffic or interference, you will achieve 
the best N1 wireless performance with protected mode ON. This will 
ensure N1 wireless performance is not affected.
Changing the Wireless Security Settings 
Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called 
Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2). It also supports the legacy security 
standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). By default, wireless 
security is disabled. To enable security, you will need to determine 
which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click 
“Security” on the “Wireless” tab.
The Router features WPA2, which is the second generation of the 
WPA-based 802.11i standard. It offers a higher level of wireless 
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IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers and 
wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver, and 
client utility software that supported WPA2. At the time of this User 
Manual’s publication, a couple security patches are available, for 
free download, from Microsoft®. These patches work only with the 
Windows XP operating system. Other operating systems are not 
supported at this time.
For Windows XP computers that do not have Service Pack 2 
(SP2), a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch 
for Wireless Protected Access (KB 826942)” is available for free 
download at http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=826942
For Windows XP with Service Pack 2, Microsoft has released 
a free download to update the wireless client components to 
support WPA2 (KB893357). The update is available from: http://
support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;893357
IMPORTANT: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client 
cards/adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and 
installed the latest driver. Most of the Belkin wireless cards have 
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Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)
Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in both WPA2-Personal (PSK) 
mode and WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) mode. Typically, WPA2-Personal 
(PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment, while 
WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) is implemented in a business environment 
where an external radius server distributes the network key to the 
clients automatically. This guide will focus on WPA2-Personal (PSK) 
usage. Please refer to the User Manual for more information about 
wireless security and different types of wireless security.
1.  After you’ve set up your Router, go to the “Security” page under 
“Wireless” and select “WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)” from the 
“Security Mode” drop-down menu.
2.  For “Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK”, “WPA2-PSK”, or 
“WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK”. This setting will have to be identical 
on the wireless clients that you set up. “WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK” 
mode will allow the Router to support clients running either WPA 
or WPA2 security.
3.   “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP”,  “AES”, or “TKIP+AES”. 
This setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that 
you set up.
4.  Enter your pre-shared key (PSK). 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 wireless clients that you set up. 
For example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family 
network key”. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set 
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IMPORTANT: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work 
with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to 
the Router.
Setting WPA Security
Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be 
equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual 
was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free 
download. This patch works only with Windows XP.
Your Router supports WPA-PSK (no server). WPA-PSK uses what is 
known as a pre-shared key as the security key. A pre-shared key is 
basically a password that is between eight and 39 characters long. It 
can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client 
uses the same key to access the network. Typically this is the mode 
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Setting WPA-PSK
1.   From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK 
(no server)”.
2.   For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting 
will have to be identical on the clients that you set up.
3.   Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 39 
characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same 
key must be used on all of the clients that you set up.
4.  Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to 
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Setting WEP Encryption
Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with 
Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the 
encryption using the manual method described in the next section.
1.   Select “128-bit WEP” or “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.
2.   After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter you 
WEP key manually by typing in the hex WEP key manually, or 
you can type a passphrase in the “PassPhrase” field and click 
“Generate” to create a WEP key from the passphrase. Click 
“Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all of your clients to 
match these settings.
3.   Encryption in the Router is now set. Each of your computers on 
your wireless network will now need to be configured with the 
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Using a Hexadecimal Key
A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F  
and 0–9. 64-bit keys are 10 digits long and can be divided into five  
two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 26 digits long and can be divided 
into 13 two-digit numbers.
For instance:
AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key 
C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key
In the boxes below, make up your key by writing in two characters 
between A–F and 0–9. You will use this key to program the encryption 
settings on your Router and your wireless computers.
Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit 
encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit 
encryption. Please check your product to see which version you are 
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Using the Access Point Mode
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users 
only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network 
access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature 
and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, the Router will need to 
be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the 
rest of the network that you will bridge to. The default IP address
1.  Enable the AP mode my selecting “Enable” in the “Use as Access 
Point only” page. When you select this option, you will be able to 
change the IP settings.
2.  Set your IP settings to match your network. Click 
“Apply Changes”.
3.  Connect a cable from the “Modem” port on the Router to your 
existing network.
The Router is now acting as an access point. To access the Router’s 
Web-Based Advanced User Interface again, type the IP address 
you specified into your browser’s navigation bar. You can set the 
encryption settings, MAC address filtering, SSID, and  
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Setting MAC Address Control 
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you  
to specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network.  
Note: This list applies only to wireless computers. This list can be 
configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network 
that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you 
enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client 
(computer) to which you want to allow network access. The “Block” 
feature lets you turn on and off access to the network easily for any 
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Setting up an Allow Access List
1.  Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of 
computers allowed to connect to the wireless network. 
2.  Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3), type in the 
MAC address of the wireless computer you want to be able to 
access the wireless network, then click “<<Add” (4). 
3.  Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to add 
have been entered. 
4.  Click “Apply Changes” (5) to finish.
Setting up a Deny Access List 
The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT 
want to access the network. Any computer in the list will not be 
allowed access to the wireless network. All others will.
1.  Select the “Deny” radio button (2) to begin setting up a list of 
computers to be denied access to the wireless network.
2.  Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3), type in the 
MAC address of the wireless computer you want to deny access 
to the wireless network, then click “<<Add” (4).
3.  Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to deny 
access to have been entered.
4.  Click “Apply Changes” (5) to finish.
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Configuring the 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
•  Fragment flooding
The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used 
to attack networks. These ports appear to be “stealth” meaning 
that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be 
hacker. You can turn the firewall function off if needed; however, it 
is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled. Disabling the 
firewall protection will not leave your network completely vulnerable 
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Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings
The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route external (Internet) 
calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), 
or other applications through your Router to your internal network. 
Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall, computers 
outside your network (over the Internet) cannot get to them because 
they cannot be “seen”. A list of common applications has been 
provided in case you need to configure the Virtual Server function  
for a specific application. If your application is not listed, you will  
need to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings 
you need.
Choosing an Application
Select your application from the drop-down list. Click “Add”. The 
settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen. 
Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting for that application. To 
remove an application, select the number of the row that you want to 
remove then click “Clear”.
Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server
To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided 
for the internal (server) machine, the port(s) required to pass (use a 
comma between multiple ports), select the port type (TCP or UDP), 
and click “Apply Changes”. You can only pass one port per internal IP 
address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security risk. You 
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Setting Client IP Filters
The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet,  
e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. 
Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers,  
or multiple computers. 
To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter 
the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the 
IP fields (1). Next, enter “80” in both the port fields (2). Select “Both” 
(3). Select “Block” (4). You can also select “Always” to block access 
all of the time. Select the day to start on top (5), the time to start on 
top (6), the day to end on the bottom (7), and the time to stop (8) on 
the bottom. Select “Enable” (9). Click “Apply Changes”. The computer 
at the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet 
access at the times you specified. Note: Be sure you have selected the 
correct time zone under “Utilities> System Settings> Time Zone”.
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Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network 
to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the 
firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or 
video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis. 
The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks.
To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in 
the IP field and select “Enable”. Click “Apply Changes” for the change 
to take effect. If you are using multiple static WAN IP addresses, it 
is possible to select which WAN IP address the DMZ host will be 
directed to. Type in the WAN IP address you wish the DMZ host to 
direct to, enter the last two digits of the IP address of the DMZ host 
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Using Dynamic DNS
The Dynamic DNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address 
to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, 
allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from 
various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org provides this service, 
for up to five host names, free to the Internet community.
The Dynamic DNSSM service is ideal for a home website, file server, or 
to make it easy to access your home PC and stored files while you’re 
at work. Using the service can ensure that your host name always 
points to your IP address, no matter how often your ISP changes 
it. When your IP address changes, your friends and associates can 
always locate you by visiting yourname.dyndns.org instead!
To register free for your Dynamic DNS host name, please visit  
http://www.dyndns.org.
Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client
You must register with DynDNS.org’s free update service before  
using this feature. Once you have your registration, follow the 
directions below.
1.  Enter your DynDNS.org user name in the “User Name” field (1).
2.  Enter your DynDNS.org password in the “Password” field (2).
3.  Enter the DynDNS.org domain name you set up with DynDNS.org 
in the “Domain Name” field (3).
4.  Click “Update Dynamic DNS” to update your IP address.
Whenever your IP address assigned by your ISP changes, the Router will 
automatically update DynDNS.org’s servers with your new IP address. You 
can also do this manually by clicking the “Update Dynamic DNS” button (4).
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Blocking an ICMP Ping
Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential 
victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving 
a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that 
something of interest might be there. The Router can be set up so it 
will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens your 
Router’s security level.
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“Apply Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.
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Restarting the Router
Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it 
begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will 
NOT delete any of your configuration settings.
Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 
1.   Click the “Restart 
Router” button.
2.   The following message 
will appear. Click “OK”.
3.   The following message 
will appear. Restarting 
the Router can take 
up to 60 seconds. It is 
important not to turn off 
the power to the Router 
during the restart.
4.   A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the 
countdown reaches zero, the Router will be restarted. The Router 
home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the  
Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation  
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Restoring Factory Default Settings
Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the 
factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your 
settings before you restore all of the defaults.
1.   Click the “Restore 
Defaults” button.
2.  The following message 
will appear. Click “OK”.
3.  The following message 
will appear. Restoring 
the defaults includes 
restarting the Router. 
It can take up to 60 
seconds. It is important 
not to turn the power  
to the Router off during 
the restart.
4.  A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the 
countdown reaches zero, the Router’s defaults will be restored. 
The Router home page should appear automatically. If it does 
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Saving a Current Configuration
You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving 
your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are 
lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current 
configuration before performing a firmware update.
1.   Click “Save”. A window 
called “File Download” 
will open. Click “Save”.
2.  A window will open 
that allows you to 
select the location 
where you want to 
save the configuration 
file. Select a location. 
You can name the file 
anything you want, or 
use the default name 
“Config”. Be sure to 
name the file so you 
can locate it yourself 
later. When you have 
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3.   When the save is 
complete, you will see 
the window below.  
Click “Close”.
  The configuration is  
now saved.
Restoring a Previous Configuration
This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration.
1.   Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the 
location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a 
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2.   You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.
3.   A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for 
the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”.
4.   A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the 
countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be 
restored. The Router home page should appear automatically. If 
not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the 
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Updating the Firmware
From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Router’s 
firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to 
problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, 
you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and 
update your Router’s firmware to the latest version.
Checking for a New Version of Firmware
The “Check Firmware” (1) button allows you to instantly check for a 
new version of firmware. When you click the button, a new browser 
window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is 
available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is 
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Downloading a New Version of Firmware
If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of 
firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below:
1.   To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.
2.   A window will open that allows you to select the location where 
you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can 
name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure 
to locate the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. 
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1.  In the “Firmware 
Update” page, click 
“Browse”. A window 
will open that allows 
you to select the 
location of the firmware 
update file.
2.  Browse to the firmware 
file you downloaded. 
Select the file by 
double-clicking on the 
file name.
3.   When the save is complete, you will see the following window.  
Click “Close”.
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3.   The “Update Firmware” 
box will now display 
the location and name 
of the firmware file you 
just selected. Click 
“Update”.
4.   You will be asked if you 
are sure you want to 
continue. Click “OK”.
5.   You will see one more message. This message tells you that 
the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the 
firmware is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted. 
Click “OK”.
6.   A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the 
countdown reaches zero, the Router firmware update will be 
complete. The Router home page should appear automatically. If 
not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the 
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Changing System Settings
The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new 
administrator password, set the time zone, enable remote 
management, and turn on and off the NAT function of the Router.
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password
The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a 
password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write 
down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if 
you need to log into the Router in the future. It is also recommended 
that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management 
feature of your Router.
Changing the Login Time-Out Setting
The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you 
can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup interface. The timer 
starts when there has been no activity. For example, imagine you have 
made some changes in the advanced setup interface, then left your 
computer alone without clicking “Logout”. Assuming the time-out is 
set to 10 minutes, 10 minutes after you leave, the login session will 
expire. You will have to log into the Router again to make any more 
changes. The login time-out option is for security purposes and the 
default is set to 10 minutes.
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Setting the Time and Time Zone
The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time 
Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the Router to synchronize the 
system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the 
Router is used to record the security log and control client filtering. 
Select the time zone that you reside in. You have the option to select 
a primary and a backup NTP server to keep your Router’s clock 
synchronized. Select your desired NPT server from the drop-down 
box, or simply keep it as is. 
If you reside in an area that observes daylight saving, then place a 
check mark in the box next to “Enable Daylight Saving”. The system 
clock may not update immediately. Allow at least 15 minutes for the 
Router to contact the time servers on the Internet and get a response. 
You cannot set the clock yourself. 
Enabling Remote Management
Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE 
SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote 
management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings 
from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of remotely 
managing the Router. The first is to allow access to the Router from 
anywhere on the Internet by selecting “Any IP address can remotely 
manage the Router”. By typing in your WAN IP address from any 
computer on the Internet, you will be presented with a login screen 
where you need to type in the password of your Router. The second 
method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the 
Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method, 
enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Router from 
in the space provided and select “Only this IP address can remotely 
manage the Router”. Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY 
RECOMMENDED that you set your administrator password. Leaving 
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Advanced Feature: The “Remote Access Port” option allows you to 
configure the desired “Remote Access Port for Remote Management” 
feature. The default access port is set to port 80. 
Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced  
users only. 
Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE 
ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is 
the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned 
by your ISP with the other computers on your network. This function 
should only be used if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or 
you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration. If you 
have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your 
network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may 
also occur. Turning off NAT will not affect your firewall functions.

Enabling/Disabling UPnP
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature 
offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless 
operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other 
applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some applications require the 
Router’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly. 
This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports, and in some 
instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnP-compliant 
has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically “telling” the 
Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router ships 
with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that 
are UPnP-compliant, and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, 
you can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select “Enable” in the “UPnP 
Enabling” section of the “Utilities” page. Click “Apply Changes” to 
save the change.
Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to 
automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you 
that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Router’s 
advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new 
firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to 
download the new version or ignore it.
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Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem 
FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add 
computers to your Router after the Router has been set up to connect 
to the Internet.
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 
1.  Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and  
select “TCP/IP”.
2.   You will see the TCP/IP control panel. Select “Ethernet Built-In” 
or “Ethernet” in the “Connect via:” drop-down menu (1).
3.   Next to “Configure” (2), 
if “Manually” is selected, 
your Router will need to 
be set up for a static IP 
connection type. Write 
the address information 
in the table below. 
You will need to enter 
this information into 
the Router.
4.  If not already set, at “Configure:”, choose “Using DHCP Server”. 
This will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router.
5.   Close the window. If you made any 
changes, the following window will 
appear. Click “Save”.
Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your 
network settings are now configured for use with the Router.
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1.  Click on the “System Preferences” icon.
2.  Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu.
3.  Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the 
Network menu.
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4.  Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should 
see “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the 
PPPoE tab (5) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE” is NOT 
selected. If it is, you will need to configure your Router for a 
PPPoE connection type using your user name and password.
5.  If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up 
for a static IP connection type. Write the address information 
in the table below. You will need to enter this information into 
the Router.
6.  If not already selected, select “Using DHCP” next to “Configure” 
(4), then click “Apply Now”.
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Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP
1.  Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”.
2.  Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon 
(Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP).
3.  Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with 
your network adapter and select “Properties” from the 
drop-down menu.
4.  In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click “Internet 
Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click the “Properties” button. The 
following screen will appear:
(1)
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5.  If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router 
will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the 
address information the table below. You will need to enter this 
information into the Router.
6.  If not already selected, select “Obtain an IP address 
automatically” (1) and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” 
(3). Click “OK”.
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1.   Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select 
“Properties” from the drop-down menu.
2.   Select “TCP/IP Settings” for your installed network adapter. You 
will see the following window.
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(2)
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3.   If “Specify an IP address” is selected, your Router will need to  
be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address 
information in the table below. You will need to enter this 
information into the Router.
4.   Write the IP address and subnet mask from the “IP Address”  
tab (3).
5.   Click the “Gateway” tab (2). Write the gateway address down in  
the chart.
6.   Click the “DNS Configuration” tab (1). Write the DNS address(es) 
in the chart.
7.   If not already selected, 
select “Obtain IP 
address automatically” 
on the IP address tab. 
Click “OK”.
Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network 
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In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web 
browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or 
the advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser’s 
settings to the recommended settings in this section.
Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher
1.   Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.
2.   In the “Internet Options” screen, there are three selections: 
“Never dial a connection”, “Dial whenever a network connection 
is not present”, and “Always dial my default connection”. If you 
can make a selection, select “Never dial a connection”. If you 
cannot make a selection, go to the next step.
  3.  Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and 
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4.   Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed 
options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic 
configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then 
click “OK” again in the “Internet Options” page.
Netscape® Navigator® 4.0 or Higher
1.   Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”.
2.   In the “Preferences” window, click on “Advanced” then select 
“Proxies”. In the “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection  
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Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start.
If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it 
could be that the computer is running other applications that are 
interfering with the CD drive. 
1.   If the Setup Assistant Welcome screen does not appear within 
15-20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking 
on the “My Computer” icon that is located on your desktop.
2.   Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Setup Assistant 
CD has been placed in to start the installation.
3.   The Setup Assistant should start within a few seconds. If, 
instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD, 
double-click on the icon labeled “SetupAssistant”.
4.  If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section 
titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 74 of this 
User Manual for an alternative setup method).
Setup Assistant cannot find my Router.
If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the 
installation process, please check the following items:
1.   If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the 
installation process, there may be third-party firewall software 
installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. 
Examples of third-party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, 
BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton 
Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on 
your computer, please make sure that you properly configure it. 
You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet 
access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is 
disabled, Internet access works properly, you will need to change 
the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on. 
Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your 
firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to 
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2.  Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the 
power back into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s “router” 
LED is on; it should be solid BLUE. If not, check to make sure 
that the AC adapter is connected to the Router and plugged into 
a wall outlet.
3.   Ensure that you have a cable connected between (1) the network 
(Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the “to 
Wired Computers” ports on the back of the Router.
 Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port labeled 
“to Modem” on the back of the Router.
4.   Try shutting down and restarting your computer, then rerunning 
the Setup Assistant.
If the Setup Assistant is still unable to find the Router, reference 
the section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for 
installation steps.
Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet
If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect the Router to the 
Internet, please check the following items:
1.   Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Setup Assistant.
2.   If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure 
that you have typed in your user name and password correctly. 
Some user names require that the ISP’s domain may be at the 
end of the name. Example: “myname@myisp.com”. The “@myisp.
com” part of the user name may need to be typed as well as your 
user name.
If you continue to have no Internet connection, reference the section 
titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 74 of this User 
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•  The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web 
browser doesn’t work.
•  I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on 
my Router is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking.
If you cannot connect to the Internet, and the “modem” LED is off, 
and the “internet” LED is blinking, the problem may be that your 
modem and Router are not connected properly.
1.   Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Router 
is connected. The cable should be connected at one end to the 
Router’s “to Modem” port, and at the other end to the network 
port on your modem.
2.   Unplug the cable or DSL modem from its power source for 
three minutes. After three minutes, plug the modem back into its 
power source. This may force the modem to properly recognize 
the Router.
3.   Unplug the power to your Router, wait 10 seconds, and then 
reconnect the power. This will cause the Router to reattempt 
communication with the modem. If the “modem” LED on the 
Router is not lit after completing these steps, please contact 
Belkin Technical Support.
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•  The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web 
browser doesn’t work.
•  I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on 
my Router is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking.
1.   If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “modem” LED is on, 
and the “internet” LED is blinking, the problem may be that your 
connection type may not match the ISP’s connection.
2.   If you have a “static IP address” connection, your ISP must 
assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. 
Please refer to the section entitled “Alternate Setup Method” for 
details on changing this setting.
3.   If you have a “PPPoE” connection, your ISP will assign you a 
user name and password and sometimes a service name. Make 
sure the Router’s connection type is configured to PPPoE and the 
settings are entered properly. Please refer to the section entitled 
“Alternate Setup Method” for details on changing this setting.
4.   You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific 
requirements of your ISP. To search our knowledge base for 
ISP-specific issues, go to: http://web.belkin.com/support and 
type in “ISP”.
If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these 
settings, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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•  The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser 
doesn’t work.
•  I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on 
my Router is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid.
1.   If the “modem” LED is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid, 
but you are unable to access the Internet, there may be third-
party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to 
access the Internet. Examples of third-party firewall software are 
ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, 
and Norton Personal Firewall.
2.   If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, 
please make sure that you properly configure it. You can 
determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by 
temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet 
access works properly, you will need to change the firewall 
settings to function properly when it is turned on.
3.   Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your 
firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to 
allow Internet access.
If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall 
software, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.
If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, 
please check the following items:
1.   Look at the lights on your Router. If you’re using a Belkin Router, 
the lights should be as follows:
  • The “router” LED should be on.
  • The “radio wave” LED above the “router” LED should be on.
  • The “modem” light should be on, and not blinking.
  • The “internet” LED should be on, and not blinking. 
  • The “Wireless” light should be on, not blinking.
2.   Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the 
system tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen.
3.   The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of 
wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should have 
a list of “Available Networks”—those wireless networks it can 
connect to.
Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results? 
Yes, my network name is listed—go to the troubleshooting solution 
titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name 
is listed”.
No, my network name is not listed—go to the troubleshooting solution 
titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name 
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I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name 
is listed.
If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, 
please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:
1.   Click on the correct network name in the “Available 
Networks” list.
2.   If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will 
need to enter the network key. For more information regarding 
security, see the section entitled “Changing the Wireless 
Security Settings”.
3.   Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower, left-hand corner 
of your screen should turn green, indication of a successful 
connection to the network.
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name 
is not listed.
If the correct network name is not listed under “Available Networks” in 
the wireless utility, please attempt the following troubleshooting steps:
1.   Temporarily move computer, if possible, five to 10 feet from the 
Router. Close the wireless utility, and reopen it. If the correct 
network name now appears under “Available Networks”, you may 
have a range or interference problem. Please see the suggestions 
discussed in the section titled “Placement of your N1 Wireless 
Router” of this User Manual.
2.   Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network 
cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID” is 
enabled. This setting is found on the Router’s wireless “Channel 
and SSID” configuration page.
If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these 
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•  My wireless network performance is inconsistent.
•  Data transfer is sometimes slow.
•  Signal strength is poor.
•  Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private 
Network (VPN) connection.
Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity 
and the throughput performance between devices decreases 
when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that 
will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) 
are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. Note also 
that connection speed may decrease as you move farther away from 
the Router.
In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we 
suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet 
from the Router. 
Changing the wireless channel—Depending on local wireless traffic 
and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can 
improve performance and reliability. The default channel the Router 
is shipped with is channel 11; you may choose from several other 
channels depending on your region. See the section on page 43 
entitled “Changing the Wireless Channel” for instructions on how to 
choose other channels. 
Limiting the wireless transmit rate—Limiting the wireless transmit 
rate can help improve the maximum wireless range and connection 
stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission 
rate. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open 
“Network Connections” and double-click on your wireless card’s 
connection. In the properties dialog, select the “Configure” button on 
the “General” tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless 
card in the list box and then click “Properties”), then choose the 
“Advanced” tab and select the rate property.
Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the 
wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic 
disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower 
transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different 
connection rates until you find the best one for your environment. 
Note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for 
browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s 
user manual.

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I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 
security on my Belkin Router.
1.   Log into your Router.
  Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Router. 
(The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your Router by 
clicking on the “Login” button in the top right-hand corner of the 
screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never set 
a password, leave the “Password” field blank and click “Submit”.
  Click the “Wireless” tab on the left of your screen. Select 
the “Encryption” or “Security” tab to get to the security 
settings page.
2.   Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.
3.   After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can type in 
your hex WEP key manually, or you can type in a passphrase 
in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a WEP 
key from the passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You 
must now set all of your clients to match these settings. A hex 
(hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-F 
and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. 
  For example: 
 C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key
4.   Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the Wireless Router 
is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will 
now need to be configured with the same  
security settings.
WARNING: If you are configuring the Router from a computer with 
a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned on 
for this wireless client. If this is not done, you will lose your 
wireless connection.
Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit 
encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 
128-bit encryption. Please check your Apple AirPort product to see 
which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network 
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I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) 
security on a Belkin client card.
The client card must use the same key as the Router. For instance, if 
your Router uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the 
client card must be set to the exact same key.
1.   Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless  
Network” screen.
2.  The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more 
options of the card. 
3.   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 Wireless Card.
4.   Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a 
network name from the “Available Networks” list and click the 
“Properties” button.
5.   Under “Data Encryption”, select “WEP”.
6.   Ensure the check box “The key is provided for me automatically” 
at the bottom is unchecked. If you are using this computer to 
connect to a corporate network, please consult your network 
administrator if this box needs to be checked.
7.  Type your WEP key in the “Network key” box.
  Important: A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from 
A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This 
network key needs to match the key you assign to your Router.
  For example:  
C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key
8.   Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings.
If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the 
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Do Belkin products support WPA?
Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded 
to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ 
publication, a security patch download is available, for free, 
from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP 
operating system.  
Download the patch here:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.
You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless 
802.11g Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support 
site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. 
Microsoft’s patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers 
such as Belkin 802.11g products
Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support  
for the following products:
F5D7000, F5D7001, F5D7010, F5D7011, F5D7230-4,  
F5D7231-4, F5D7130
I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) 
security on my Belkin Router for a home network.
1.   From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK 
(no server)”.
2.   For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting 
will have to be identical on the clients that you set up.
3.   Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 
characters and can be letters, numbers, symbols, or spaces. 
This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. 
For example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family 
network key”.
4.   Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to 
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I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) 
security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network.
Clients must use the same key that the Router uses. For instance, if 
the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the Router, the clients must 
also use that same key.
1.   Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless 
Network” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view 
and configure more options of your card.
2.  Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless Utility 
will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced 
features of the Belkin Wireless 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 mixture 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 Router.
6.   Click “OK, then “Apply” to save the settings.

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I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network and 
I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access 
(WPA) security.
If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook 
Network Card that 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. Download the 
patch from Microsoft by searching the knowledge base for Windows 
XP WPA.
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’s manufacturer 
supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest 
driver from their support site.
Supported Operating Systems:
• Windows XP Professional 
• Windows XP Home Edition
1.   Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > 
Network Connections”.
2.   Right-clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the 
following screen. Ensure the “Use Windows to configure my 
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3.   Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button 
and you will see the following screen. 
4.   For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under 
“Network Administration”.
Note: Select WPA (with radius server) if you are using this computer to 
connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server 
such as a radius server. Please consult your network administrator for 
further information.
5.   Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”. This setting will 
have to be identical to the 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.
What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and 
draft 802.11n?
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; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps; and 
draft 802.11n works at 108Mbps. See the chart on the next page for 
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Wireless Comparison Chart
Wireless 
Technology
802.11b
G 
(802.11g)
G Plus 
(802.11g with 
HSM)
G Plus MIMO 
(802.11g with 
MIMO MRC)
N1 MIMO 
(draft 802.11n 
with MIMO)
Speed*
11Mbps link 
rate/baseline
5x faster than 
802.11b*
10x faster 
than 802.11b*
10x faster than 
802.11b*
Wired speed 
over the air*
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 802.11g
Compatible 
with 802.11b/g
Compatible 
with 802.11b/g
Compatible 
with 802.11b/g
Compatible 
with draft 
802.11n** and 
802.11b/g
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 
sharing
Enhanced 
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.
**This Router is compatible with products based on the same version of the draft 
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Technical Support
You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/
networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, 
please call: 
 US:   877-736-5771 or 
310-898-1100 ext. 2263
 Europe:  00 800 223 55 460
 Australia:  1800 235 546
 New Zealand:  0800 235 546
 Singapore:  800 616 1790

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FCC Statement
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR 
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, 
Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility 
that the product,
F5D8231-4
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.
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:
    •  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.
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated
with minimum distance20cmbetween the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
The availability of some specific channels and/or operational frequency bands
are country dependent and are firmware programmed at the factory to match
the intended destination. The firmware setting is not accessible by the end
user.

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Modifications 
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to 
this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation 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 Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
What this warranty covers. 
Belkin Corporation 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 Corporation 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 Corporation for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of 
the purchaser, or if Belkin Corporation 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 (other than lightning) 
such as flood, earthquake, 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 Corporation 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 your claim.

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Belkin Corporation reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. 
All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin Corporation 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 
Corporation, 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 Corporation 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 
CORPORATION, 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 CORPORATION 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.

Belkin Ltd.
7 Bowen Crescent, West Gosford
NSW 2250, Australia
+61 (0) 2 4372 8600
+61 (0) 2 4372 8603 fax
Belkin B.V.
Boeing Avenue 333
1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands
+31 (0) 20 654 7300
+31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax
Belkin Tech Support
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
Belkin Corporation
501 West Walnut Street
Los Angeles, CA 90220-5221, USA
310-898-1100
310-898-1111 fax
Belkin Ltd.
Express Business Park, Shipton Way 
Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom
+44 (0) 1933 35 2000
+44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax
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