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TABLE OF CONTENTS

WEP Setup ..............................................44

Setting WEP Encryption....................................44

Using the Access Point Mode ...............................46

Access Control ...........................................49

Configuring the Firewall ....................................47

Using Dynamic DNS.......................................52

Utilities................................... .............53

Restarting the Router ......................................54

Updating the Firmware .....................................59

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings ...................67

8 Recommended Web Browser Settings ....................71

9 Troubleshooting........................................73

10 Information ...........................................82

1 Introduction ............................................1

Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Placement of your N+ Wireless Router.............. ...........2

2 Product Overview .......................................5

Product Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

3 Knowing your Router ....................................7

Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Setup Assistant Software System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router ..................11

5Alternate Setup Method .................................22

6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface ............35

Changing LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Configuring the Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Setting WPA Security.....................................43

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N+ 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:

Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network:

Ř 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

Ř Easy installation – Belkin’s Easy Installation Wizard makes setup

simple

Ř Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other

networking devices from anywhere in your home

Ř Easy Expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let

you expand your network to include devices such as printers and

gaming consoles

Ř No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of

retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office

Ř Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of

interoperable networking products.

Ř Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in

your home

Ř Share a USB storage device (not included) within your network

Ř Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures

Ř Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another

Ř Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat

Advantages of a Wireless Network

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Placement of your N+ 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.

Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO)

Your Belkin N+ Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology

called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N 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 N 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 N MIMO, on the other hand, uses two antennas.

This design helps combat distortion and interference. Belkin’s N 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 N 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 N 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 N 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 the

number of lanes that are opened.

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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:

Ř Try moving cordless phones away from your Router and your

wireless-enabled computers.

Ř 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.

Ř 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.

Ř If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless

phone.

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):

Ř 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.

Ř 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.

Ř Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.

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:

Ř Refrigerators

Ř Washers and/or dryers

Ř Metal cabinets

Ř Large aquariums

Ř Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows

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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 networks as possible.

Ř 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.

Ř 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:

Ř Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect

remotely to an office network

Ř The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),

which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another

cable or DSL service

Ř Most online banking websites

Ř 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 addressed

these issues.

For more information regarding our networking products, visit our

website at www.belkin.com/networking

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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 N+ 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,

XP, Vista™, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and

a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the

Internet).

USB Port for External Storage Devices

The Router includes a USB port in the back panel for one storage device

(flash drive or external hard drive). You can now have network-attached

storage capabilities without having to purchase an expensive NAS.

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.

Integrated 10/100/1000 4-Port Switch

The Router has a built-in, Gigabit Ethernet, 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.

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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,

XP, and Vista; and Mac OS X v10.x. 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 22).

Integrated N+ Wireless Access Point

N 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

Ř Belkin N+ Wireless Router

Ř Quick Installation Guide

Ř Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

Ř RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

Ř Power Supply

Ř User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD

Ř Network Status Display Guide

Ř Wireless Security Setup Guide

System Requirements

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with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection

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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 LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide

you with information about network activity and status.

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D. 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

E. 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 properly to the Router

F. USB Port Status

Off No device is plugged into the

USB port

Flashing Blue Data is being read/written to the

storage device

Flashing Amber Unsupported device is plugged

into the USB port

Solid Blue Storage device is plugged in and

ready to be accessed

A. Broadband Download Speedometer

These lights will display a graphic representation of the current

download speed being transferred through the Internet connection. The

speed will be measured on the speedometer against the fastest speed

that has been measured by the N+ since being activated.

B. Wireless Security

These lights will display a graphic representation of the current

download speed being transferred through the Internet connection. The

speed will be measured on the speedometer against the fastest speed

that has been measured by the N+ since being activated.

Off Wireless security is off

Blinking Blue WPS handshaking in process

Solid Blue Wireless security is on

C. WPS Push Button

This button is set aside for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. Refer to

the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section for more details.

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G. 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

H. Wireless Status

Off Wireless is off

Solid Blue Wireless is on

I. Modem Status

This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Router is connected properly

to the modem. It turns amber when a 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

J. 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 Blue Router is attempting to connect

to the Internet

Solid Blue Router is connected to the

Internet

Blinking Amber Problem with connecting to the

Internet

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K. Connections to Wired Computers

Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These

ports are RJ45, 10/100/1000 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for

standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1

through 4.

L. USB Port

Plug in your USB storage device here.

M. Connection to Modem

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.

N. 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.

O. Power Jack – Black

Connect the included 12V/1.5A

DC power supply to this jack.

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Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:

Ř Belkin N+ Wireless Router

Ř RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

Ř Power Supply

Ř Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

Ř User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD

Ř Network Status Display Guide

Ř 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 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, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10.x, you

must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of

this User Manual.

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Step 1: Hardware Connections

1. Find the cable connecting your modem and computer*. Unplug it

from the computer and plug it into the yellow port on the Belkin

Router.

2. Connect the new cable (provided in the box) to any gray port on

the Router. Plug the other end into a network (Ethernet) port on

your computer.

3. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet, and the other end into the

black port on the Belkin Router. As the Router wakes up, lights will

come on; recheck your connections if the “Wired” and “Router”

lights are not a steady blue after 20 seconds.

4. Rotate the antennas up.

5. Locate the CD in this guide and insert it into your computer. The

Setup Wizard should appear automatically. If it doesn’t, open

the CD in My Computer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac OS X) and

double-click the “Router Setup” icon.

*If you are replacing an existing router, find the cable connecting the modem and old router.

Disconnect it from the old router and plug it into the yellow port on the new router.

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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” to start the Setup

Assistant.

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.

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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.

Select Country

Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue.

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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.

Progress Screen

Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the

setup has been completed.

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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. Click “Next” to continue.

1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections

The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.

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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 Router inoperable.

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 illustration below. Select your

country or ISP from the drop-down boxes.

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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”.

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Troubleshooting

If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see

the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the

troubleshooting steps.

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.

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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 Internet. Click “Next” to take you back to the main menu.

Storage Manager

The Storage Manager is an application that provides easy access to

your USB storage device. Once this is installed, your storage device

will appear as a drive letter (e.g., D:\) in your “My Computer” folder. You

may read and write to this drive as if it were directly attached to your

computer. Note that the Router currently supports FAT, FAT32, and

NTFS file systems.

Click “Next” to install the Storage Manager application.

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Click “Finish” to go back to the main menu. You may now access the

drive as if it were directly attached to your computer. Once installed,

please use the CD to install this application on all computers on which

you wish to access the storage device.

Storage Manager also allows you to safely eject the storage device

before unplugging it from your Router. This is recommended before

unplugging the USB storage device as there might be another user

on your network who is accessing the drive. Simply right-click on the

“Storage Manager” icon in the system tray and select the appropriate

button.

Alternatively, you do not need to install the Storage Manager in order to

access your storage device. Open a file explorer window and type in the

address field:

\\192.168.2.1\DeviceName

where “DeviceName” is the name that was assigned to the storage

device.

Your Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router supports up to four USB

storage devices through a separate USB hub (not included). Note that

the Router can supply a maximum of 500mA of current to the port, so

it is recommended that the hub be externally powered. Additionally,

some USB hard drives require more than 500mA and must be externally

powered to function.

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Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick

Installation Guide

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 not

type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter”

key.

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

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”.

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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 of the Router’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page.

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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. 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.

4. Login/Logout Button

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 will read “No Connection” in

RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to

the settings of the Router.

5. Internet-Status Indicator

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. Language

Shows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select a

desirable language by clicking one of the available languages.

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7. Version Info

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.

8. LAN Settings

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.

9. WLAN Settings

Shows the settings of the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) side of

the Router, including the SSID and security settings.

10. 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.

11. Router Status

Shows the status of the Router’s 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.

12. 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 “LAN > LAN

Settings” refers to the “LAN Settings” page.

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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 (1)

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 (2)

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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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.

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” (4). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read “connection OK” if your Router is set

up properly.

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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.

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 activity. This option should be used if

you pay for your Internet service by the minute.

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

browser to get on the 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.

The following becomes visible when you deselect “Get IP by DHCP”.

4. Service IP Address

Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here.

5. My IP Address

Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.

6. My Subnet Mask

Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.

7. Default Gateway

Provided by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection ID

(default gateway), 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 activity. This option should be used if

you pay for your Internet service by the minute.

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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” (7). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read

“connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.

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 (2).

3. Password

Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box (3)

to confirm it.

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” (4) and type in the address next to “Login Server” (5).

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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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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).

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 the subnet mask

unless you have a specific reason to do so. The default setting is

“255.255.255.0”.

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. You can name the

network anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”.

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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

“Reserve” button will tie up the assigned IP address to the current MAC address. The “Reserved IP Database” section will show the linked IP and

MAC addresses. Pressing the “Refresh” (4) button will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will be updated.

The “Network Address” section defines the local IP address or range. The “Subnet Mask and Gateway” section defines the mask and gateway for the

addresses above.

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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

security settings, and configure the Router to be used as an access

point.

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 N+ Wireless” followed by six digits that are unique

to your Router. Your network name will look something like “Belkin_

N+_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.

Note: Please periodically check for new Router firmware updates

from the “Utilities > Firmware update” page. Newer firmware can fix

problems, add wireless features, and/or improve wireless performance

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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.

Extension Channel

The IEEE 802.11n draft specification allows the use of a secondary

channel to double the bandwidth (see “Using the Bandwidth Switch”

below). An appropriate extension channel will be displayed when

operating in 40MHz mode (see “Using the Wireless Mode Switch”

below). The channel can be changed if needed.

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. 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 wireless feature

of the Router at a certain time.

2. 802.11b+g

Setting the Router to this mode will allow only 802.11b- and g-compliant

devices to join the network

3. 802.11b+g+n

Setting the Router to this mode will allow 802.11b-, 802.11g-, and

802.11n-compliant devices to join the network.

4. 802.11n only

Setting the Router to this mode will allow only N/draft 802.11n-compliant

devices to join the network, keeping out 802.11g and 802.11b devices.

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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 N, draft 802.11n-, 802.11g-, and 802.11b-compliant

devices, but will limit N, draft 802.11n-compliant devices’ bandwidth by

half. Reducing bandwidth to 20MHz-only operation might solve some

wireless problems.

2) 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 N, draft 802.11n-compliant devices when conditions

permit. When a legacy 802.11g access point is presented and occupies

an adjacent secondary channel, the Router automatically reverts to

20MHz operation to maximize compatibility. We recommend using this

as the default mode.

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 N, 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 N+ 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 N+ 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 N+ wireless performance with protected mode ON. This will

ensure N+ wireless performance is not affected.

802.11e/WMM (Wi-Fi® Multimedia) QoS

WMM, based on 802.11e QoS (Quality of Service), prioritizes important

data on your network, such as multimedia content and voice-over-IP

(VoIP), so it will not be interfered with by other data being sent over the

network. This feature requires other wireless devices, such as Wi-Fi

phones or wireless laptops, to support WMM for best results.

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Changing the Wireless Security Settings

Your N+ Wireless Router is equipped with the latest security standard

called Wi-Fi Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2™) and the legacy security

standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your Router also

supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ (WPS) specification, which

simplifies the setup of a wireless network. WPS uses familiar

methodologies, such as typing in a Personal Identification Number (PIN)

or pushing a button, to enable users to automatically configure network

names and strong WPA™/WPA2 data encryption and authentication. 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.

Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup

WPS uses WPA2 (described on page 42) for encryption. It does not

provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for

securing your wireless network. You may use either the Push Button

Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to

your wireless network. Conceptually, the two methods work as follows:

PBC: First, initiate the WPS PBC procedure on the client device. Refer to

your client’s documentation on this procedure. Then, within two minutes,

push and hold the WPS button located on the front of your Router for

two seconds. Pushing the PBC button will automatically enable WPS.

The client has now been securely added to your wireless network.

PIN: The client device has an 8-digit PIN number that is associated

with WPS. Enable WPS through the screen illustrated below. Enter

the client’s PIN into the Router’s internal registrar (accessed through

this screen). The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless

network within two minutes.

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1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS)

Enabled or Disabled.

2. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method:

In this method, a wireless client wishing to access your network must

supply an 8-digit PIN to the Router. After clicking “Enroll”, you must start

the WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes.

3. Router PIN

If an external registrar is available, you may enter in the Router’s PIN

to the registrar. Click “Generate New PIN” to change the PIN from the

default value. Click “Restore Default PIN” to reset the PIN value.

4. Push Button Configuration (PBC) Method

PBC is an alternate method to connect to a WPS network. Push the PBC

button located on the back of the Router for two seconds, and then

initiate the PBC on the client device. Alternatively, push the “Start PBC”

soft button to start this process.

5. Manual Configuration Method

This section lists the default security settings to be set up if not using

WPS.

WPA2 Requirements

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/kb/826942

For Windows XP with Service Pack 2, Microsoft has released a

free download to update the wireless client components to support

WPA2 (KB971021). The update is available from: http://support.

microsoft.com/kb/917021

These steps are not necessary for Windows XP SP3 and above.

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 driver updates

available for download from the Belkin support site: www.belkin.com/

networking.

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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. Your Router supports WPA2-Personal (PSK).

1. After you’ve set up your Router, go to the “Security” page under

“Wireless” and select “WPA-PSK(no server)” 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. For “Encryption Technique” will auto-fill depending on the

authentication type above. 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 all wireless clients to match these

settings. IMPORTANT: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work

with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to the

Router.

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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.

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

using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try

64-bit encryption.

3. Encryption in the Router is now set. Each of your computers on

your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same

passphrase. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network

adapter for information on making this change.

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Guest Access: This option allows guest users access to the Internet

while keeping them away from your private network. By default, this

option is enabled. Guest users should connect to the Belkin N+ Guest

network.

Security options for Guest Access:

Hotel Style: Users will be redirected to a hotel-style landing page when

they first try to access the Internet. They must correctly enter in the

passphrase to log in.

WPA/WPA2-PSK: This option is similar to the security mode for the main

router network. Users must correctly enter the PSK in order to join the

guest network.

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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 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 is 192.168.2.254 and subnet mask

is 255.255.255.0. These can be customized for your need.

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 WAN port on the Router to your existing

network.

The Router is now acting as an access point. To access the Router

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 channel normally.

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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:

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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 to hacker attacks, but it is

recommended that you leave the firewall enabled.

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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 can

enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that you

disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.

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Access Control

The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email,

or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be

set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers.

Select the “Enable” radio button to use this feature.

To restrict Internet access to a single computer, for example, click the

“Add” button and select the appropriate entry. This entry will deny

access as a default according the specified criteria. Users can also add

a particular MAC address of a device manually and press the “Add”

button. They can also create a blanket rule for all the devices that are

connecting via the Guest Access feature.

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The Access Control rule can be removed by clicking the “Delete” button.

Click on the entry number for the configuration options.

There are four main configurations for Access Control lists. The first one

is “Schedule” for that rule. The second is “Service” for the services to

be blocked for that rule. The third is “URL Blocking” for the URL access

restrictions, and the fourth is “URL Keyword Blocking” for certain

keywords to be blocked in the URL address.

“Everyday” is the default for the days of the week that this rule will be

implemented on the “Schedule” page.

The second configuration for the Access Control list is the “service” that

is to be blocked or allowed. Users can choose to “Block All Services”,

“Allow All Services”, or configure from a list of predefined popular

services.

The third configuration for the Access Control list is the “URL List” for

the URL addresses that are to be blocked or allowed. Users can choose

to “Block All URLs”, “Allow All URLs”, or configure their own list of URLs.

The fourth configuration for the Access Control list is the “URL Keyword

List” for the URL address keywords that are to be blocked or allowed.

The default value is blank for this list and the user can configure a list of

URL address keywords.

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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 computer, select “Enable” and click

“Apply Changes”.

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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. Select DynDNS as the “DDNS Service” (1).

2. Enter your DynDNS.org user name in the “User Name” field (2).

3. Enter your DynDNS.org password in the “Password” field (3).

4. Enter the DynDNS.org domain name you set up with DynDNS.org in

the “Domain Name” field (4).

5. Click “Update Dynamic DNS” (5) 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 (5).

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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.

To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click

“Apply Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.

Security Log

This page keeps a log of router activity, such as computers logging in to

and out of the Router, as well as attempts from the Internet to connect

to the Router. This log file can be saved and cleared.

Utilities

The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router

and perform certain administrative functions.

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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 bar of your

browser.

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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 not, type

in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar

of your browser.

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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.

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 “user.conf”. Be

sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. When you

have selected the location and name of the file, click “Save”.

3. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click

“Close”.

The configuration is now saved.

1. Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click

“Save”.

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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

“.conf”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore and double-

click on it.

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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’s home page should appear automatically. If not, type in

the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of

your browser.

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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 available, you will

have the option to download it.

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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. When you

have selected the location, click “Save”.

3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click

“Close”.

The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware,

follow the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”.

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 on the right:

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2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by

double-clicking on the file name.

3. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name

of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”.

Updating the Router’s Firmware

1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse”. A window will open

that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file.

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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

navigation bar of your browser.

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Changing System Settings

The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator

password, set the time zone, or enable remote management.

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.

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.

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. Note: Only one computer can be logged

into the Router’s advanced setup interface at one time.

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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 the password empty will potentially open your Router to

intrusion.

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 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

enabled.

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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.

ECO Mode: This option allows you to turn off the wireless radio

automatically at set periods of time in order to save power. Click the

check box to turn off the radio at the times shown in the drop-down

boxes.

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Manually Configuring Network Settings

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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Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X

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.

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.

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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”.

Your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.

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MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS

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)

(2)

(3)

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”.

Your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.

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Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me

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

(1) (3)

(2)

3. If “Specify and 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

settings are now configured for use with the Router.

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RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS

Recommended Web Browser Settings

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 Web-

Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section.

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.

Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher

1. Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.

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3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and

select “LAN Settings…”.

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 to the

Internet”.

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Troubleshooting

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 67) 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 allow Internet access.

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 the network

(Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and 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.

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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 xx of this User

Manual for an alternative setup method).

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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.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer.

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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.

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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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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.

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:

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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 is

not listed”.

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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 N+ 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 steps,

please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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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 39 entitled

“Changing the Wireless Channel” for instructions on how to choose

other channels.

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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.

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: C3 03 0F AF 4B

B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key

4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the 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 with 128-bit

encryption, try 64-bit encryption.

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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 your 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 that 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:

C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 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

manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card.

Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2?

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://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=826942

You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin 802.11g

Wireless 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://www.belkin.com/support

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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

match these settings.

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:

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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

wireless network settings” check box is checked. [need image]

3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button

and you will see the following screen. [need image]

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.

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What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?

Currently there are three commonly used 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, 802.11g, can transmit information up

to 54Mbps; 802.11a also supports up to 54Mbps, but in the 5GHz

frequency; and 802.11n draft specification can connect at up to

300Mbps. See the following chart for more detailed information.

Wireless

Technology

(802.11g)

G Plus MIMO

(802.11g with

MIMO MRC)

N MIMO

(draft 802.11n

with MIMO)

N1 MIMO

(draft 802.11n

with MIMO)

Speed/Data

Rate*

Up to 54Mbps* Up to 54Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* Up to 300Mbps*

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

Compatibility Compatible with

802.11b/g

Compatible with

802.11b/g

Compatible with

draft 802.11n**

and 802.11b/g

Compatible with

draft 802.11n**

and 802.11b/g

Coverage* Up to 400 ft.* Up to 1,000 ft.* Up to 1,200 ft.* Up to 1,400 ft.*

Advantage Common—

widespread

use for Internet

sharing

Better coverage

and consistent

speed and

range

Enhanced

speed and

coverage

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 802.11n

specifications and may require a software upgrade for best results.

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Technical Support

You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/

networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you

want to contact technical support by phone, please call:

US: 877-736-5771

800-223-5546 ext. 2263

310-898-1100 ext. 2263

UK: 0845 607 77 87

Australia: 1800 235 546

New Zealand: 0800 235 546

Singapore: 65 64857620

Europe: www.belkin.com/support

Information

FCC Statement

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR

ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY

We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA

90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the device,

F5D8235-4v1

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.

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Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.

The device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human

contact normal operation is minimized.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for

an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and

operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and

your body.

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, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,

there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. 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:

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which the receiver is connected.

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For IEEE 802.11b/g/n products in the USA market, only channels 1

through 11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible.

This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating

in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

Modifications

The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or

modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by

Belkin International, Inc., 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.

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,

including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

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).

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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

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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 International, Inc., Limited 1-Year Product Warranty

What is not covered by this warranty?

All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not

provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole

expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin 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 such

as flood, earthquake, lightning, 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 International, Inc., 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.

What this warranty covers.

Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) 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 warrants the Belkin product for one year.

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). Belkin reserves the

right to discontinue any of its products without notice, and disclaims any

limited warranty to repair or replace any such discontinued products.

In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for

example, because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a

refund or a credit toward the purchase of another product from Belkin.

com in an amount equal to the purchase price of the product as evidenced

on the original purchase receipt as discounted by its natural use.

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Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All

costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin 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, 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 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.

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 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 Tech Support

US: 877-736-5771

800-223-5546 ext. 2263

310-898-1100 ext. 2263

UK: 0845 607 77 87

Australia: 1800 235 546

New Zealand: 0800 235 546

Singapore: 65 64857620

Europe: www.belkin.com/support

Belkin International, Inc.

501 West Walnut Street

Los Angeles, CA 90220, 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

Belkin B.V.

Boeing Avenue 333

1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk,

The Netherlands

+31 (0) 20 654 7300

+31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax

Belkin Ltd.

4 Pioneer Avenue

Tuggerah Business Park

Tuggerah, NSW 2259, Australia

+61 (0) 2 4350 4600

+61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax

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in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, NT, Microsoft, and Windows Vista are either registered

trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

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