Belkin F5D8636A Belkin N Wireless Modem Router User Manual F5D8636 4 man updated by ARC

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Advantages of a Wireless Network
Placement of your N Wireless Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
2 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
3 Knowing your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements . . . . . .x
4 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
5 Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . .x
Changing LAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . x
Setting WPA Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Setting WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Setting MAC Address Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Using Dynamic DNS
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Restarting the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
7 Manually Configuring Network Settings . . . . . . .x
8 Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
10 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Modem 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 page 2. (double check the page #)
Benefits of a Home Network
• Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in
your home
• Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the
connected computers in your home
• Share a single printer with the entire family
• Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures
• Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another
• Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat
Advantages of a Wireless Network
Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network:
• Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—now
you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere
within your wireless range
• Easy installation – Belkin’s Setup Assistant application makes setup
simple
• Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other
networking devices from anywhere in your home
• Easy Expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let
you expand your network to include devices such as printers and
gaming consoles
• No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office
• Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of
interoperable networking products.
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[Introduction]
Your Belkin N Wireless Modem 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.
Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO)
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Placement of your N Wireless Modem 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.
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1. Router Placement
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as close
as possible to the center of your wireless network devices.
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients”
(i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards,
Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):
• Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each
other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as
possible in an upward direction.
• In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to
the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the
Router on an upper floor.
• Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.
2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such
as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless
communication include:
• Refrigerators
• Washers and/or dryers
• Metal cabinets
• Large aquariums
• Metallic-based UV tinted windows
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects
such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your computers
and Router).
3. Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to
the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
• Try moving cordless phones away from your Router and your
wireless-enabled computers.
• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that
operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information). If
this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.
• If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to
channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.
• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless
phone.
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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.
• Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order
to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from
neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
• For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site
Survey and wireless channel information included with your
wireless network card. See your network card’s user guide for more
information.
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area
with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we
suggest the Belkin Wireless Universal Range Extender/Access Point.
5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL
Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are
used where security is important. Secure connections include:
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect
remotely to an office network
• The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another
cable or DSL service
• Most online banking websites
• Many commercial websites that require a user name and password
to access your account
Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power
management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest
solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL
software, or by re-logging into the secure website.
A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management
settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate
for portable computers. To change your power management setting under
Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.
If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL,
please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these
issues.
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Product Overview
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 Modem 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, and
Vista™. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter
that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).
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.
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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 4-Port Switch
The Router has a built-in, four-port network switch to allow your wired
computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much
more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed
of connected devices. The switch will transfer data between computers
and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming
resources.
Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
UPnP is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging,
video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant.
Support for VPN Pass-Through
If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection,
your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the
Router and to your office network.
Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for
the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign
IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a
complicated networking setup.
Setup Assistant
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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, Mac OS X v10.4 and v10.5. 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 xx) [VERIFY PAGE NUMBER].
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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Knowing your Modem Router
Package Contents
• Belkin N Wireless Modem Router
• Quick Installation Guide
• Belkin Personal Network Assistant Software CD with User Manual
• RJ11 Telephone Cord
• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
• ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Micro filter*
• Power Supply
• User Manual in CD
• Network Status Display Guide
*ADSL Micro filter varies by country. If it’s not included, you will need to
purchase one.
System Requirements
• An active ADSL service with a telephone wall jack for connecting
the Router
• At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter
• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer
• No other DHCP server on your local network assigning IP
addresses to computers and devices
• Internet browser
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements
• A computer running Windows 2000, XP, or Vista; or Mac OS X
v10.4 and v10.5
• Minimum 1GHz processor and 512MB RAM
• Internet browser
Internet Connection Settings
The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers
(ISP) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly. If your ISP is
not on the list, please collect the following information from your ISP
before setting up the Router:
• Internet connection protocol: _________ (PPPoE, PPPoA, Dynamic IP,
Static IP)
• Multiplexing method or Encapsulation: __________ (LLC or VC MUX)
• Virtual circuit: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) __________
(a number between 0 and 255)
• VCI (Virtual Channel Identifier) __________
(a number between 1 and 65535)
• For PPPoE and PPPoA users: ADSL account user name
_____________ and
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password _______________
• For static IP users: IP Address ___ . ___ . ___ . ___
Subnet Mask ___ . ___ . ___ . ___
Default Gateway Server ___ . ___ . ___ .
• IP address for Domain Name Server ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ (If given by
your ISP)
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Knowing your Router
The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the
cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility.
The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router
to provide you with information about network activity and status. See the
Network Status Display Guide for more detailed information.
[Reference only]
A. Security [insert Lock Icon]
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OFF Wireless security is OFF
Solid Blue Wireless security is ON
Flashing
Blue WPS sync is in progress
B. Wireless-Computer Status [insert Laptop Icon]
Off Wireless computer is not present
Solid Blue Wireless computer is connected to the Router
Blinking
Amber Problem with wireless computer connecting properly to the Router
C. Wired-Computer Status [Computer Icon]
Off Wired computer is not present
Solid Blue Wired computer is connected to the Router
Blinking
Amber Problem with wired computer connecting to the Router currently
D. Router/Power Status [insert Router Icon]
When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses
while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon blinks. When the
Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon becomes a solid light,
indicating the Router is ready for use.
Off Router is off
Blinking Blue
Router is booting up
Solid Blue Router is on and ready
E. ADSL Line Status [insert ADSL Icon]
This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Router is connected properly to the
ADSL. It turns amber when problem is detected.
Off Router is NOT connected to a functioning ADSL line
Blinking Blue
Router is attempting to connect to the ADSL line
Solid Blue Router is connected to an ADSL service and is functioning
properly
Blinking
Amber Problem with ADSL line
F. Internet Status [insert Globe Icon]
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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 Router is not connected to the Internet
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G. Connection to ADSL (insert ADSL icon) – Gray
This port is for connection to your ADSL. Connect your ADSL to this port.
An RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package.
H. Connections to Wired Computers (insert Wired Computer icon) –
Yellow
Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports
are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP
category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4, with
onboard LEDs on the connectors.
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I. 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 “Router” light will begin to blink.
When the “Router” 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 “Router” light will begin to blink. When the “Router” light
becomes solid again, the restore is complete.
J. Power Jack – Black
Connect the included 15V/.08A DC power supply to this jack.
K. WPS Push Button (insert the security lock icon) – White
This button is for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ feature. Refer to the
“Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section for more details.
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Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router
Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
• Belkin N Wireless Modem Router
• RJ11 Telephone Cord
• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
• Power Supply
• Belkin Personal Network Assistant CD
• User Manual on CD
• Micro Filter (if your ISP line requires)
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Setup Assistant
Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your
Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and
running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000
or XP computer be connected directly to your ADSL 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 v10.4 and v10.5, you
must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this
User Manual.
Step 1: Hardware Connections
1.1 Brand-New Setup
Follow these steps if you are not replacing an existing modem. If you are
replacing an existing modem, skip to the next section, “Replacing an
Existing Modem or Modem Router”, starting on page 20. (verify the page
number)
A. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your
computer. Raise the Router’s antennas.
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modified.)
B. Retrieve the yellow RJ45 cable that was included with your Router.
First, connect one end to any yellow port labeled “Wired” on the
back of your Router. Then, connect the other end to the networking
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port on the back of your computer. [Insert Ethernet logo]
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modified.)
C. Retrieve the included gray RJ11 phone cord. Connect one end to
the gray port labeled “ADSL line” on the back of your Router. Then
connect the other end to your ADSL connection (either a wall jack
or an ADSL splitter).
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modified.)
Note: Some ADSL connections require a micro filter. Your ADSL
provider can tell you if you need one. Belkin includes a micro filter in
regions known to use them. You may or may not have received one in
your box.
D. Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled “Power”
on the back of your Router. [insert line art from QIG]
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modified.)
E. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up. Look at the display on
the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Router” icons
are lit up in blue. If they are not, recheck your connections.
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modified.)
1.2 Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router
Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router that
you will be replacing with your new Router.
Important: Please unplug the power adapter of your old modem from
your wall outlet first.
A. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your old
modem. Raise the Router’s antennas. Unplug your old modem’s
power cord.
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modified.)
B. Locate the cable that connects your old modem to your computer.
Unplug that cable from your old modem, and plug it into any yellow
port labeled “Wired” on the back of your new Router.
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to be modified.)
C. Locate the cable that connects your old modem to the ADSL wall
jack. Unplug it from your old modem and then connect it to the gray
port labeled “ADSL line” on the back of your Router.
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modified.)
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D. Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled
“Power” on the back of your Router.
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be modified.)
E. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up. Look at the display on
the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Router” icons
are lit in blue. If they are not, recheck your connections.
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Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software
A. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.
Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your
computer.
B. Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically
appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds. Click on “Setup
Assistant” to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions there.
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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.
IMPORTANT:
Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from
Step 1.1B.
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Select Country
Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue.
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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.
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Progress Screen
Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the
setup has been completed.
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2.1 Checking Settings
The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings
and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the
Internet.
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2.2 Verifying Hardware Connections
The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.
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2.3 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.
If the Router is capable of “High Speed Mode”, this option will be checked.
You can turn off this option later using the Bandwidth Switch described in
this User Manual (see page 48) [match page # to “Using the Bandwidth
Switch” paragraph under the Wireless section]. Click “Next” to continue.
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2.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed)
Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes.
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Note to US model owner: To comply with US FCC regulation, the
country selection function has been completely removed from all US
models. The above function is for non-US models only.
If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be
prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Click “Next” to
continue.
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2.5 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.
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2.6 Checking Internet Connection
We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection
to the Internet.
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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 “Finish—return to Main Menu”
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.
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2.7 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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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 return to the main menu.
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Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security Assistant
Software
Now that your network is set up and working, it is recommended that you
turn on wireless security to prevent unauthorized access to your network
from neighboring wireless-enabled computers. The Security Assistant will
guide you through the process. Click “Security Assistant” and follow the
on-screen instructions.
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Progress Screen
The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step
has been completed.
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IMPORTANT:
Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router
from Step
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3.1 Picking the Security Type
Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next” to
continue.
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3.2 Creating a Network Key
Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next” to
continue.
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3.3 Transferring the Key
After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the
network key to each of your wireless computers. Click on “Transfer Key” if
you have a USB flash drive. Follow the on-screen instructions, or click on
“Print” to print the information. Manually enter it to each wireless computer.
Then, click “Next” to continue.
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3.4 Verifying the Connection
If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click
“Next”. If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one
computer” and click “Next”. Then, follow on-screen instructions.
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Once you have verified that your wireless computers are properly
connected, your wireless network is set up and secured. You now can run
your network wirelessly and securely. Click “Finish” to take you back to the
main menu.
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Alternate Setup Method
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.
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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.
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Logging into the Router
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home
page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to
the Router’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button or
clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the login
screen. The Router ships with no password entered. In the login screen,
leave the password blank and click the “Submit” button to log in.
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Logging out of the Router
One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of making
changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in to make
changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out.
Clicking the “Logout” button will log the computer out. The second method
is automatic. The login will time out after a specified period of time. The
default login time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from one to 99
minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual titled
“Changing the Login Time-Out Setting”.
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
The home page is the first page you will see when you access the
Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view 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.
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(4)
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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 button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one
button. When you are logged into the Router, this button will change to read
“Logout”. Logging into the Router will take you to a separate login page where
you will need to enter a password. When you are logged into the Router, you can
make changes to the settings. When you are finished making changes, you can
log out of the Router by clicking the “Logout” button. For more information about
logging into the Router, see the section called “Logging into the Router”.
5. Internet-Status Indicator
This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the connection status
of the Router. When the indicator says “Connected” in blue, the Router is
connected to the Internet. When the Router is not connected to the Internet, the
indicator will read “Not Connected” in RED. The indicator is automatically
updated when you make changes to the settings of the Router.
6. Connect/Disconnect Buttons
Use these buttons to manually connect or disconnect your ADSL connection as
needed.
7. Language
Shows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select a desirable
language by clicking one of the available languages.
8. Version Info
Shows the firmware version, boot version, hardware version, and serial number
of the Router.
9. LAN Settings
Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Router.
Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links (IP
Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or by clicking the “LAN” quick-navigation
link on the left side of the screen.
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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. Features
Shows the status of the Router’s firewall, wireless, and UPnP, Remote
Management 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. ADSL Info
Shows the ADSL status and transmission rates.
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13. 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.
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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Connection Type
From the “Connection Type” page, you can select one of these five connection
types based on the instruction provided by your ISP:
(A)
(B)
(C)
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• PPPoE
• PPPoA
• Dynamic/Fixed IP (1483 Bridged)
• Static IP (IPoA)
• Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing)
Select the type of connection you use by clicking the radio button (1) next to your
connection type and then clicking “Next”.
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Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA
PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is the standard method of
connecting networked devices. It requires a user name and password to access
the network of your ISP for connecting to the Internet. PPPoA (PPP over ATM) is
similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK. Select PPPoE or PPPoA
and click “Next”. Then enter the information provided by your ISP, and click
“Apply Changes” to activate your settings.
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1. User Name - Enter the user name. (Assigned by your ISP).
2. Password - Enter your password. (Assigned by your ISP).
3. Retype Password - Confirm the password. (Assigned by your ISP).
4. Service Name (Optional) - A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you
are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank.
5. IP assigned by ISP
1) For the Dynamic IP connection - Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you
to use Dynamic IP.
2) For the Static IP connection – Select “No” if your ISP instructed you to
use Static IP.
- IP Address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the
Router WAN interface.
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(VCI) parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP).
7. Encapsulation - Select your encapsulation type (supplied by your ISP) to
specify how to handle multiple protocols at the ATM transport layer.
VC-MUX: PPPoA Virtual Circuit Multiplexer (null encapsulation) allows only one
protocol running per virtual circuit with fewer overheads.
LLC: PPPoA Logical Link Control allows multiple protocols running over one
virtual circuit (more overhead).
8. MTU – Enter the MUT value for your ISP.
9. Disconnect after of x minutes of no activity – Checking the box and enter
the number of minute that you want the modem router to auto disconnect after no
activity. After this time has been exceeded, the connection will be
terminated.
Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings. To go back to the
original settings before saving, click “Clear Changes”. Or click any of the Quick-
Navigation links for other options. Your new settings will not be saved unless
your click “Apply Changes”.
Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic/Fixed IP (1483 Bridged)
This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network together. The
Router can obtain an IP address automatically from your ISP’s DHCP server or
accept a fixed IP address assigned by your ISP.
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For Dynamic IP connection:
1. IP assigned by ISP – Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use Dynamic
IP.
2. VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier
(VCI) parameter here. These identifiers are assigned by your ISP.
3. Encapsulation - Select LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.
Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings. To go back to the
original settings before saving, click “Clear Changes”; or click any of the Quick-
Navigation links for other options. Your new settings will not be saved unless you
click “Apply Changes”.
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For Static IP connection:
1. IP assigned by ISP – Select “No” if your ISP instructed you to use fixed IP.
2. IP Address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Router WAN
interface.
3. Subnet Mask – Enter a subnet mask assigned by your ISP.
4. Default Gateway – Enter a default gateway IP address assigned by your ISP.
5. VPI/VCI – Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier
(VCI) parameters here. These identifiers are assigned by your ISP.
6. Encapsulation – Select the LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.
Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings. To go back to the
original settings before saving, click “Clear Changes”. Or click any of the Quick-
Navigation links for other options. Your new settings will not be saved unless
your click “Apply Changes”.
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Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP (IPoA)
This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or “CLIP”, which your
ISP provides a fixed IP for your Router to connect to the Internet.
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1. WAN IP Address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Router
WAN interface.
2. Subnet Mask - Enter a subnet mask assigned by your ISP.
3. Use Static Default Gateway - Enter a default gateway IP address. If the
Router cannot find the destination address within its local network, it will forward
the packets to the default gateway assigned by your ISP.
4. VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier
(VCI) parameter here. These identifiers are assigned by your ISP.
5. Encapsulation - Select LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.
Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings. To go back to the
original settings before saving, click “Clear Changes”. Or click any of the Quick-
Navigation links for other options. Your new settings will not be saved unless
your click “Apply Changes”.
Setting your Connection Type to Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing)
In this mode, the Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across the DSL
port. It requires additional software to be installed on your computers in order to
access the Internet.
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1. Enable Bridge Service – Check this box to enable bridge service
2. VPI/VCI – Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier
(VCI) parameters here. (Assigned by your ISP).
3. Encapsulation – Select the LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.
Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings. To go back to the
original settings before saving, click “Clear Changes”. Or click any of the Quick-
Navigation links for other options. Your new settings will not be saved unless
your click “Apply Changes”.
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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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.
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You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.
Viewing the LAN Settings
Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s header
page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view the settings
or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on “LAN Settings” (2) or to
view the list of connected computers, click on “DHCP client list” (3).
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Changing LAN Settings
All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed
here.
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1. IP Address
The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP
address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced setup interface, type this
IP address into the address bar of your browser. This address can be
changed if needed. To change the IP address, type in the new IP address
and click “Apply Changes”. The IP address you choose should be a non-
routable IP. Examples of a non-routable IP are:
192.168.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)
10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)
2. Subnet Mask
There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced
feature of your Belkin Router. It is possible to change the subnet mask if
necessary; however, do NOT make changes to 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;
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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 (Optional)
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”.
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page
You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected to
your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of the computer, the host
name (2) (if the computer has been assigned one), and the MAC address (3) of
the computer’s network interface card (NIC). Pressing the “Refresh” (4) button
will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will be updated.
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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings
The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From
this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name or Service Set
Identifier (SSID), operating channel, encryption 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_ADSL_” followed by six digits that are unique to your Router. Your
network name will look something like “Belkin_N_ADSL_123456”. You can
change this to anything you choose, or you can leave it unchanged. Keep in mind,
if you decide to change your wireless network name, and there are other wireless
networks operating in your area, your network name needs to be different from
other wireless networks that may be operating in your area. To change the SSID,
type in the SSID that you want to use in the SSID field (1) and click “Apply
Changes” (2). The change is immediate. If you make a change to the SSID, your
wireless-equipped computers may also need to be reconfigured to connect to
your new network name. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network
adapter for information on making this change.
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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 (see page 69).
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Changing the Wireless Channel
There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose—in the
United Kingdom (and most of Europe), Australia, and most of Asia, there are 13.
In 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 the “Using the Bandwidth Switch” section on the next
page). An appropriate extension channel will be displayed when operating in
40MHz mode (see the “Using the Wireless Mode Switch” section below). The
channel can be changed if necessary.
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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) 802.11g
Setting the Router to this mode will allow only 802.11g- and 802.11b-compliant
devices to join the network. N/draft 802.11n devices will operate at the 802.11g
speed only.
3) 802.11b & 802.11g & 802.11n
Setting the Router to this mode will allow N/draft 802.11n-, 802.11g-, and
802.11b-compliant devices to join the network.
4) 802.11n
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.
Using the Bandwidth Switch
This switch allows you to set the Router’s wireless bandwidth modes. There are
several modes available:
1) 20MHz/40MHz
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.
Set the Router to this mode for higher performance.
2) 20MHz
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
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bandwidth to 20MHz-only operation might solve some wireless problems. This is
the default mode for the Router.
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.
Changing the Wireless Security Settings
Your 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 WPA2 data encryption and authentication. By default, your Router does
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not ship with security enabled. You may automatically configure the security
settings using WPS. To change the security settings manually, you will need to
determine which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click
“Security” on the “Wireless” tab.
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Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup
WPS uses WPA2 (described below) 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: Push and hold the WPS button located on the back of your Router for three
seconds. Then initiate the WPS procedure on the client device within two
minutes. Refer to your client’s documentation on this procedure. Pushing the
PBC button will automatically enable WPS. The client has now been securely
added to your wireless network.
PIN: The client device has a PIN number (either four or eight digits) that is
associated with WPS. Enable WPS through the GUI shown below. Enter the
client’s PIN into the Router’s internal registrar (accessed through this GUI). 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 three 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 if not using WPS.
The Router features WPA2, which is the second generation of the WPA™ based
802.11i standard. It offers a higher level of wireless security by combining
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advanced network authentication and stronger Advanced Encryption Standard
(AES) encryption methods.
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
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.
Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)
Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in WPA2-Personal (PSK) mode. Typically,
WPA2-Personal (PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment.
Please refer to the User Manual for more information about wireless security and
different types of wireless security.
1. After you’ve set up your Router, go to the “Security” page under “Wireless”
and select “WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)” from the “Security Mode” drop-down
menu.
2. For “Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK”, “WPA2-PSK”, or “WPA-PSK +
WPA2-PSK”. This setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that
you set up. “WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK” mode will allow the Router to support
clients running either WPA or WPA2 security.
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3. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP”, “AES”, or “TKIP+AES”. This
setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that you set up.
4. Enter your pre-shared key (PSK). This can be from eight to 63 characters and
can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the
wireless clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be something like:
“Smith family network key”. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all
wireless clients to match these settings.
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IMPORTANT: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work with
WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to the Router.
Setting WPA Security
Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with
software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual was published, a
security patch from Microsoft is available for free download. This patch works
only with Windows XP.
Your Router supports WPA-PSK. WPA-PSK uses what is known as a pre-shared
key as the security key. A pre-shared key is basically a password that is between
eight and 39 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or
characters. Each client uses the same key to access the network. Typically this is
the mode that will be used in a home environment.
Setting WPA-PSK
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1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK”.
2. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have to
be identical on the clients that you set up.
3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 39 characters and can
be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the
clients that you set up.
4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match these
settings.
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Setting WEP Encryption
Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
Setting MAC Address Control
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify
which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only
to wireless computers. This list can be configured so any computer attempting to
access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied
access. When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each
client (computer) to which you want to allow network access. The “Block” feature
lets you turn on and off access to the network easily for any computer without
having to add and remove the computer’s MAC address from the list.
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Setting up an Allow Access List
1. Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers
allowed to connect to the wireless network.
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2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (2), type in the MAC address of
the wireless computer you want to be able to access the wireless network,
then click “<<Add” (3).
3. Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to add have been
entered.
4. Click “Apply Changes” (4) to finish.
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Setting up a Deny Access List
The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT want to
access the network. Any computer in the list will not be allowed access to the
wireless network. All others will.
1. Select the “Deny” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers to be
denied access to the wireless network.
2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (2), type in the MAC address of
the wireless computer you want to deny access to the wireless network, then
click “<<Add” (3).
3. Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to deny access to have
been entered.
4. Click “Apply Changes” (4) to finish.
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Configuring the Firewall
Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide
array of common hacker attacks including:
• IP Spoofing
• Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD)
• Denial of Service (DoS)
• IP with zero length
• Smurf Attack
• TCP Null Scan
• SYN flood
• UDP flooding
• Tear Drop Attack
• ICMP defect
• RIP defect
• Fragment flooding
The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack
networks. These ports appear to be “stealth” meaning that for all intents and
purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker. You can turn the firewall
function off if needed; however, it is recommended that you leave the firewall
enabled. Disabling the firewall protection will not leave your network completely
vulnerable 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.
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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”.
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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.
Setting Client IP Filters
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.
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To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter the IP address
of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1). Next, enter “80”
in both the port fields (2). Select “Both” (3). Select “Block” (4). You can also
select “Always” to block access all of the time. Select the day to start on top (5),
the time to start on top (6), the day to end on the bottom (7), and the time to stop
(8) on the bottom. Select “Enable” (9). Click “Apply Changes”. The computer at
the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet access at the
times you specified. Note: Be sure you have selected the correct time zone
under “Utilities> System Settings> Time Zone”.
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Setting MAC Address Filtering
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify
which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access
the network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you
enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client (computer)
on your network to allow network access to each.
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To enable this feature, select “MAC Address Filtering” and click “Enable MAC
Address Filtering” (1). Next, enter the MAC address of each computer on your
network by clicking in the space provided (2) and entering the MAC address of
the computer you want to add to the list. Click “Add” (3), then “Apply Changes” (4)
to save the settings. You can have a MAC-address-filtering list of up to 32
computers.
Note: You will not be able to delete the MAC address of the computer you are
using to access the Router’s administrative functions (the computer you are
using now).
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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.
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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”.
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.
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The Dynamic DNS
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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.org from the “DNS Service” drop-down box (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” to update your IP address (5).
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.
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To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click “Apply
Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.
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.
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Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation
1. Click the “Restart Router” button.
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2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”.
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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.
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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.
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.
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1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button.
2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”.
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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.
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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.
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.
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1. Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.
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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”.
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3. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click “Close”.
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4. The configuration is now saved.
Restoring a Previous Configuration
This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration.
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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”.
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3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the
configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”.
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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.
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.
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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.
Downloading a New Version of Firmware
If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is
available, you will see a screen similar to the one below:
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1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.
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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”.
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2. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”.
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3. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the
next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”.
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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2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by double-clicking
on the file name.
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The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the
firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”.
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3. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”.
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4. 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”.
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5. 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.
Changing System Settings
The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator
password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on and off
the NAT function of the Router.
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password
The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for
greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and
keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if you need to log into the Router in the
future. It is also recommended that you set a password if you plan to use the
remote management feature of your Router.
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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
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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.
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.
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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
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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 8080.
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Enabling/Disabling UPnP
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your
Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice
messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-
compliant. Some applications require the Router’s firewall to be configured in a
specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP
ports, and in some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnP-
compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically “telling” the
Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router ships with the
UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that are UPnP-
compliant, and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the
UPnP feature. Simply select “Enable” in the “UPnP Enabling” section of the
“Utilities” page. Click “Apply Changes” to save the change.
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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.
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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
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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).
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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.
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4. If not already set, at “Configure:”, choose “Using DHCP Server”. This will tell
the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router.
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5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear.
Click “Save”.
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Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings
are now configured for use with the Router.
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X
1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon.
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2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu.
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3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the Network menu.
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4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should see
“Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to make
sure that “Connect using PPPoE” is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to
configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name
and password.
5. If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP
connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will
need to enter this information into the Router.
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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 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.
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4. In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click “Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP)” and click the “Properties” button. The following screen will appear:
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5. If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router will need to be
set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information the table
below. You will need to enter this information into the Router.
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
Microsoft
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Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher
1. Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.
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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.
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3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select “LAN
Settings…”.
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4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options:
“Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use
a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in the “Internet Options”
page.
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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
Problem:
Installation CD does not automatically start.
Solution:
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 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 Software
CD has been placed in to start the installation.
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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.exe”.
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4. If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled
“Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 86 of this User Manual)(verify
the page #) for an alternate setup method.
Problem:
The Setup Assistant cannot find my Router.
Solution:
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.
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2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back
into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s Power light is on; it should be solid
green. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is correctly connected
to the Router and plugged into a wall outlet.
3. Ensure that you have a cable (use the cable included with the Router)
connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the
computer and (2) one of the LAN ports, labeled “1” through “4”, on the back
of the Router.
Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port labeled “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.
Problem:
The Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet.
Solution:
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. If the
troubleshooting screen does not open automatically, click on the
“Troubleshoot” button in the lower, right-hand corner of the Setup Assistant
window.
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 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 86 of this User Manual)(verify
the page #) for alternate setup method.
Problem:
• The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work.
• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “Internet” light is off and
the “Modem” light is blinking.
Solution:
If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “Internet” light is off, and the “Modem”
light is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and Router are not
connected properly.
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1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Router is
connected. We strongly recommend using the cable that was supplied with
your cable or DSL modem for this purpose. The cable should be connected
at one end to the Router’s “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” light on the Router is not lit after completing these steps, please
contact Belkin Technical Support.
4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer.
Problem:
• The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work.
• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “Modem” light is on and
the “Internet” light is blinking.
Solution:
If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “Modem” light is on, and the “Internet”
light is blinking, the problem may be that your connection type may not match
the ISP’s connection.
• 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.
• 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 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.
• 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.
Problem:
• The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work.
• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “Modem” light on my Router is
blinking and the “Internet” light is solid.
Solution:
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If the “Modem” light is blinking and the “Internet” light 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.
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 and 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.
If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall software,
please contact Belkin Technical Support.
Problem:
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.
Solution:
If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please do
the following:
1. Look at the lights on your Router. Your Belkin Router’s lights should be as
follows:
• The “Power” light should be on.
• The “Internet” light should be on and not blinking.
• The “Modem” light should be either on or blinking.
2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray
at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen. If you are also using a Belkin
Wireless Card or Adapter with this Router, the tray icon should look like this
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”.
Problem:
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed.
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Solution:
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
“Securing your Wi-Fi Network” in this User Manual.
3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower, left-hand corner of your
screen should turn green, indicating a successful connection to the network.
Problem:
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is not listed.
Solution:
If the correct network name is not listed under “Available Networks” in the
wireless configuration utility, please attempt the following troubleshooting steps:
1. Temporarily move your computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away from the
Router. Close the wireless configuration 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 Router for Optimal Performance” in this
User Manual.
2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router through 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.
Problem:
My wireless network performance is inconsistent.
Data transfer is sometimes slow.
Signal strength is poor.
I am having difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network
(VPN) connection.
Solution:
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. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be
between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you
move farther away from the Router or access point.
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In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest
temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away 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 titled “Changing the
Wireless Channel” on page 48 for instructions on how to choose other channels).
Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate
Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless
range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the
transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel,
open “Network Connections” and double-click on your wireless card’s
connection. In the “Properties” dialog, select the “Configure” button on the
“General” tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless card in the list
box and then click “Properties”), then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the
rate property. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the
wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects
when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are
more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best
one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be
acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless
card’s user manual.
Problem:
How do I extend the range of my wireless network?
Solution:
Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless
network coverage throughout large homes or offices:
• Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively double the
coverage area of your wireless network. An access point is typically placed in
the area not currently covered by your G Wireless Router, and is connected
to the Router using either an Ethernet cable or through your home’s power
lines using two Powerline Ethernet Adapters.
• For 802.11g (54g™) wireless networks, Belkin offers a Wireless G Range
Extender/Access Point that can be connected wirelessly to a Belkin G
Wireless Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or Powerline Ethernet
Adapters.
These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered
from Belkin directly.
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For network/range extension information, please visit:
www.belkin.com/networking to find out more about:
Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (F5D7130)
Powerline Ethernet Adapter (F5D4070)
Powerline USB Adapter (F5D4050)
Problem:
I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a
Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point.
Solution:
1. Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point.
Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router or
Access Point. (The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1, the Access Point’s default
is 192.168.2.254.) 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 combination 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 Wireless Router is now set.
Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be
configured with the same security settings.
WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless Router or Access Point 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.
Problem:
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I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a
Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter).
Solution:
The client card must use the same key as the G Wireless Router or access
point. For instance, if your Wireless Router or access point 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
Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure
more options of your client card.
2. 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 client card.
3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name from the
“Available Networks” list and click the “Properties” button.
4. Under “Data Encryption”, select “WEP”.
5. Ensure the 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.
6. Type your WEP key in the “Network key” box.
Important: A WEP key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–
7. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This network key needs to
match the key you assign to your G Wireless Router or access point.
For example: C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key
8. Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings.
If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the
manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card.
Problem:
Do Belkin products support WPA?
Solution:
Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and
software that support it. At the time of this publication, a security patch
download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the
Windows XP operating system.
Download the patch here:
http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-
274845dc9e91&displaylang=en
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You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless 802.11g
Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site. Other
operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsoft’s patch only
supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products.
Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support
Problem:
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a
Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network.
Solution:
1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK”.
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.
Problem:
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a
Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a home network.
Solution:
Clients must use the same key that the G Wireless Router or access point uses.
For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the G Wireless Router
or access point, the clients must also use that same key.
1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network
Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more
options of your client card.
2. 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 client card.
3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name from the
“Available Networks” list and click the “Properties” button.
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4. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK”.
5. Type your WPA key in the “Network key” box.
Important: WPA-PSK is a combination 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 G Wireless Router or access point.
6. Click “OK”, then “Apply” to save the settings.
Problem:
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a
Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business.
Solution:
1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network
Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more
options of your client card.
2. 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 client 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”.
5. In the “Authentication” tab, select the settings that are indicated by your
network administrator.
6. Click “OK”, then “Apply” to save the settings.
Problem:
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and I am
NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network.
Solution:
If you are NOT using a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook
Network Card and it 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:
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http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-
274845dc9e91&displaylang=en
[keep hyperlink since this is on CD]
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 manufacturer supports WPA and that you have
downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support site.
Supported Operating Systems:
• Windows XP Professional
• Windows XP Home Edition
Enabling WPA-PSK
1. In systems running Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network
Connections”.
2. Right-click on the “Wireless Networks” tab. The “Wireless Network
Connection Properties” screen appears. Ensure the “Use Windows to
configure my wireless network settings” box is checked.
3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button, and you will
see the client card properties screen.
4. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network
Administration”.
5. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”. This setting will have to
be identical to the G Wireless Router or access point that you set up.
6. Type in your encryption key in the “Network key” box.
Important: Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters
and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all
of the clients that you set up.
7. Click “OK” to apply settings.
What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and draft 802.11n?
Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit
data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for
certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard,
802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps;
and draft 802.11n works at 300Mbps. See the following chart for more detailed
information.
Wireless Comparison Chart [Use same chart as 8233]
Wireless G G Plus N MIMO N1 MIMO
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Technology (802.11g) MIMO
(802.11g
with MIMO
MRC)
(draft 802.11n with
MIMO) (draft
802.11n
with
MIMO)
Speed* 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
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*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.
Technical Support
You can find technical-support information on our website, www.belkin.com, by
navigating to the tech-support section.
If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you
need from the list below*:
*Local rates apply.
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Information
FCC Statement
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 to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected.
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- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device 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.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance
20cm between the radiator & your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
2.4GHz operation of this product in the U.S.A. is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11.
FCC PART68 STATEMENT
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the
requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom of this equipment is a
label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the
format US:
BKCDL01BF5D8636A. If requested, this number must be
provided to the telephone company.
The REN is used to determine the number of devices that may be connected to a
telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not
ringing in response to an incoming call. In most but not all areas, the sum of
RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that
may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local
telephone company. For products approved after July 23, 2001, the REN for this
product is part of the product identifier that has the format US:
BKCDL01BF5D8636A. The digits represented by 01 are the REN without a
decimal point (e.g., 03 is a REN of 0.3). For earlier products, the REN is
separately shown on the label.
A plug and jack used to connect this equipment to the premises wiring and
telephone network must comply with the applicable FCC Part 68 rules and
requirements adopted by the ACTA. A compliant telephone cord and modular
plug is provided with this product. It is designed to be connected to a compatible
modular jack that is also compliant. See installation instructions for details.
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If your equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company
may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in
advance. But if advance notice is not practical, you will be notified as soon as
possible. You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC. Your
telephone company may make changes in it is facilities, equipment, operations or
procedures that could affect the proper functioning of your equipment. If they do,
you will be notified in advance to give you an opportunity to maintain
uninterrupted telephone service.
If you experience trouble with this telephone equipment, Please contact the
following address and phone number for information on obtaining service or
repairs.
The telephone company may ask that you disconnect this equipment from the
network until the problem has been corrected or until you are sure that the
equipment is not malfunctioning.
This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone
company. Connection to party lines is subject to state tariffs.
Contact information in the USA
COMPANY: Belkin International, Inc.
ADDRESS: 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220-5221, USA
TEL NO: 1-310-604-2448
CONTACT PERSON: Candy Campbell
Add CE statement to below.
This device can be operated in the EU without restrictions indoor.
However, operated outdoors in France is restricted to 2400 ~ 2454 MHz
(Channel 1 ~ 7).
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Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
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 the lifetime of the product.
What will we do to correct problems?
Product Warranty.
Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge
(except for shipping charges for the product).
What is not covered by this warranty?
All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to
Belkin 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, lightning, earthquake, war, vandalism,
theft, normal-use wear and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse,
damage due to low voltage disturbances (i.e. brownouts or sags), non-authorized
program, or system equipment modification or alteration.
How to get service.
To get service for your Belkin product you must take the following steps:
1. Contact Belkin Tech Support at the number listed on page 99 [Need to
verify this page # ], 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.
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
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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. 2263310-898-1100 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
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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
© 2008 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are
registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac, Mac OS, Apple,
and AirPort are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries. Windows, Microsoft, and NT are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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