Belkin F5D8631-4 manual

User Manual F5D 8 631 - 4 N1 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router[...]

T able of Contents 1. Introduction .................................................................. 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network ................................. 1 Placement of your N1 Wireless Modem Router ............... 3 2. Product Overview ......................................................... 7 Product Features ...................[...]

2 Intr oduction 1 2 1 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N1 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router (the Modem 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 co[...]

2 Intr oduction 2 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 section Revolutionary N1 Wireless Technology with MIMO (N1 MIMO) Your Belkin N1 Wireless Modem Router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N1 MIMO complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency fo[...]

4 3 Intr oduction 4 3 Intr oduction Placement of your N1 Wireless Modem Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Modem Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performanc[...]

4 Intr oduction Intr oduction 4 Intr oduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 section 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Modem 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[...]

6 5 Intr oduction 6 5 Intr oduction • 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 wir[...]

6 Intr oduction Intr oduction 6 Intr oduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 section F r ee T ech Support * You can find additional support information on our website www.belkin.com through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*. *Local rates apply Cou nt ry Num be r I n[...]

8 7 Pr oduct Overview 8 7 Pr oduct 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 N1 Wireless Modem Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac ® Computers The Modem Rout[...]

8 Pr oduct Overview 8 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 section Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch The Modem 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[...]

Pr oduct Overview Integr ated N1 Wireless Access Point N1 MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE 802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 270Mbps.* Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will vary dep[...]

Package Contents • Belkin N1 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • ADSL Microfilter* • Power Supply • User Manual in CD • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless Security Setup Guide *ADSL microfilter varies by country[...]

12 11 Knowing your Modem Router 12 11 Knowing your Modem Router The Modem Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Modem Router for better organization and utility. The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Modem Router to provide you with information about network activi[...]

12 Knowing your Modem Router 12 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 D. Modem Router/Power Status When you apply power to the Modem Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Modem Router boots up. During this time, the “modem router” icon blinks. When the Modem Router has completely booted up, the “modem router” icon becomes a[...]

14 13 Knowing your Modem Router 14 13 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router H. Connec tio n to ADS L line - Gray This port is for connection to your ADSL line. Connect your ADSL line to this port. A RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package. I. C onn ect io ns to Wir ed Com pu ter s - Yellow Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers t[...]

14 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 14 section 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Ver ify the cont en ts of you r box. You sho uld have th e foll owi ng: • Belkin N1 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual • Network Status Display [...]

16 15 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 16 15 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router B. Retrieve the yellow RJ-45 cable that comes with your Modem Router. First connect it to any yellow port labeled “to Wired Computers” on the back of your Modem Router. Then connect the other end to the networking port on the back of your compu[...]

16 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 16 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 Modem Router A. Unpack your new Modem Router from the box and place it next to your old modem. Raise the Modem Router[...]

18 17 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 18 17 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 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 com[...]

18 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 18 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Select Country Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue. Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. Progress Screen Setup Assistant will [...]

20 19 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 20 19 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name [...]

20 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 20 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1.5 Configuring the Modem Router The Setup Assistant will now configure your Modem Router by sending data to the Modem Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Modem Router while the Modem Router [...]

22 21 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 22 21 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 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 Modem Router later, select “Exit the Assistant” and then click “Next?[...]

22 Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 22 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions. Congratulations Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless compute[...]

24 23 Alter nate Setup Method 24 23 Alter nate Setup Method See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section. See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for directions. Using your Internet browser, you can access the Modem Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser,[...]

24 Alter nate Setup Method 24 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Logging into the Modem Router You will see the Modem 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 Modem Router’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button or clicking on any one of th[...]

26 25 Alter nate Setup Method 26 25 Alter nate Setup Method 1. Qui ck -Na vig ati on Lin ks You can go directly to any of the Modem 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 [...]

26 Alter nate Setup Method 26 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 5. Int er net -St atu s Indi cat or This indicator is visible in all pages of the Modem Router, indicating the connection status of the Modem Router. When the indicator says “Connected” in blue, the Modem Router is connected to the Internet. When the Modem Router is not connected to th[...]

28 27 Alter nate Setup Method 28 27 Alter nate Setup Method The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Modem Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Modem Router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured the Modem Router’s settings for your ISP’s connecti[...]

28 Alter nate Setup Method 28 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Connection Type From the “Connection Type” page, you can select one of these five connection types based on the instruction provided by your ISP: • PPPoE • PPPoA • Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged) • Static IP (IPoA) • Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing) Select the type of connecti[...]

30 29 Alter nate Setup Method 30 29 Alter nate Setup Method 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[...]

30 Alter nate Setup Method 30 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 7. Dis con nec t afte r of x minu tes of no acti vit y - 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. 8. Use Stati c IP Add res s - Check this box a[...]

32 31 Alter nate Setup Method 32 31 Alter nate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged) This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network together. The Modem Router will obtain IP address automatically from your ISP’s DHCP server. 1. VPI /V CI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circu[...]

32 Alter nate Setup Method 32 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 Modem Router to connect to the Internet. 1. WAN IP Addr ess - Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Mod[...]

34 33 Alter nate Setup Method 34 33 Alter nate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type to Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing) In this mode, the Modem 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. 1. Ena bl e Brid ge Ser vic e[...]

34 Alter nate Setup Method 34 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 [...]

36 35 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 36 35 Using your Internet browser, you can access the Modem Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”) then press the “Enter” key. You will see the Modem Router’s home page in your brow[...]

36 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 36 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Modem Router can be viewed and changed here. 1. IP Ad dre ss The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Modem Router. The default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced set[...]

38 37 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 38 37 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 click[...]

38 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 38 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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[...]

40 39 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 40 39 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 Modem Router is “Belkin N1 Wireless” followed by six digits that are uniqu[...]

40 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 40 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose— in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe) and Australia, there are 13. In other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Modem Router is configured to opera[...]

42 41 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 42 41 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Bandwidth Switch This switch allows you to set the Modem Router’s wireless bandwidth modes. There are several modes available: 1. 20MH z Setting the Modem Router to this mode allows only 20MHz operation. This mode is compatible with N1, d[...]

42 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 42 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Protected Mode Switch Protected mode ensures proper operation of N1, draft 802.11n- compliant devices on your wireless network when 802.11g or 802.11b devices are present or when there is heavy 802.11g or 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. Use protected mode [...]

44 43 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 44 43 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 cou[...]

44 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 44 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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, o[...]

46 45 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 46 45 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA-PSK 1) From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”. 2) For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have to be identical on the clients that you set up. 3) Enter your [...]

46 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 46 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Setting WEP Encryption Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple ® AirPort ® . To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section. 1) Select “128-bit WEP” or “6[...]

48 47 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 48 47 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 n[...]

48 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 48 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Using the Access Point Mode Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. The Modem Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In AP mode, the Mode[...]

50 49 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 50 49 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 c[...]

50 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 50 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 beg[...]

52 51 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 52 51 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Firewall Your Modem 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 ze[...]

52 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 52 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 Modem Router to your internal network. Since you[...]

54 53 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 54 53 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Client IP Filters The Modem Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. [...]

54 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 54 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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.[...]

56 55 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 56 55 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting up the Modem 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?[...]

56 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 56 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 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 Mode[...]

58 57 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 58 57 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restarting the Modem Modem Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Modem Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Modem Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restarting the Modem M[...]

58 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 58 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Modem Router to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults. 1. Click the “Restore Defaults” butt[...]

60 59 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 60 59 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 configura[...]

60 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 60 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “Config”. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. Wh[...]

62 61 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 62 61 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 1. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a [...]

62 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 62 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”. 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches ze[...]

64 63 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 64 63 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Updating the Firmware From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Modem Router’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download [...]

64 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 64 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below: 1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”. A window will open that allow[...]

66 65 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 66 65 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 2. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. 3. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in “Updating the Modem Router’s Firmware”. Updating the Modem Router?[...]

66 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 66 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 3. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”. 4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”. 5. You will see one more message. This message tells you that t[...]

68 67 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 68 67 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 Modem Router. Setting or Changing the Administrator [...]

68 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 68 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Setting the Time and Time Zone The Modem Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the Modem Router to synchronize the system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the Modem Router is used to record th[...]

70 69 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 70 69 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The second method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the Modem Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method, enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Modem Router from in the space provide[...]

70 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 70 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Enabling/Disabling UPnP UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Modem Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some[...]

72 71 Manually Configuring Network Settings 72 71 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 Modem Router after the Modem Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 1. Pull down the Ap[...]

72 Manually Configuring Network Settings 72 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 3. Next to “Configure” (2) , if “Manually” is selected, your Modem 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 Modem Router. 4. If not already set, at[...]

74 73 Manually Configuring Network Settings 74 73 Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X 1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon. 2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu. 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the Network menu. 74 73 (1) (2) (3) ([...]

74 Manually Configuring Network Settings 74 Manually Configuring Network Settings section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Manually Configuring Network Settings 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”[...]

76 75 Manually Configuring Network Settings 76 75 Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP 1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”. 2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon (Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP). 3. Right-cli[...]

76 Manually Configuring Network Settings 76 Manually Configuring Network Settings section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Manually Configuring Network Settings 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 [...]

78 77 Recommended Web Browser Settings 78 77 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 advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section. Microsoft ?[...]

78 Recommended Web Browser Settings 78 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in the “Internet Options” page. Netscape ® Naviga[...]

80 79 T roubleshooting 80 79 T roubleshooting Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start. If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. 1. If the Setup Assistant Welcome screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your[...]

80 T roubleshooting 80 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 2. Unplug power to the Modem Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back into the Modem Router. Ensure that the Modem Router’s “modem router” LED is on; it should be solid BLUE. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the Modem Router and plugged into a wall o[...]

82 81 T roubleshooting 82 81 T roubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking. If you cannot connect to the Internet, and the “modem” LED is off, and the “internet[...]

82 T roubleshooting 82 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking. 1. If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “modem” LED is on, and the “inte[...]

84 83 T roubleshooting 84 83 T roubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid. 1. If the “modem” LED is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid, but you are unable to acc[...]

84 T roubleshooting 84 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly. If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 1. Look at the lights on your Modem Router. If you’re using a Belkin Modem Router, the lights should be as follows: • The “modem router” L[...]

86 85 T roubleshooting 86 85 T roubleshooting I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed. If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” list. 2. If the network has s[...]

86 T roubleshooting 86 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 • My wireless network performance is inconsistent. • Data transfer is sometimes slow. • Signal strength is poor. • Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput perform[...]

88 87 T roubleshooting 88 87 T roubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Belkin Modem Router. 1. Log into your Modem Router. Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Modem Router. (The Modem Router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your Modem Router by clicking on the “Login?[...]

88 T roubleshooting 88 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card. The client card must use the same key as the Modem Router. For instance, if your Modem Router uses the key 00112233445566778899 AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key. 1. Dou[...]

90 89 T roubleshooting 90 89 T roubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA? Not e: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. Downlo[...]

90 T roubleshooting 90 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network. Clients must use the same key that the Modem Router uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the Modem Router, the clients must also use that [...]

92 91 T roubleshooting 92 91 T roubleshooting I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network andI am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows X[...]

92 T roubleshooting 92 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following screen. 4. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Administration”. Not e: Select WPA (with radius server) if you are using this computer to connect to a co[...]

94 93 T roubleshooting 94 93 T roubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Wireless Technology 802.11b G (802.11g) G+ (802.11g with HSM) G+ MIMO (802.11g with MIMO MRC) N1 MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) Speed* 11Mbps link rate/baseline 5x faster than 802.11b* 10x faster than 802.11b* 10x faster than 802.11b* Wired speed over the air* Frequency Common [...]

94 T roubleshooting 94 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 F r ee T ech Support * You can find additional support information on our website www.belkin.com through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*. *Local rates apply Cou nt ry Num be r I n t e r n e t a d r e s [...]

96 95 Information 96 95 Information Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the device shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized. When connecting an external antenna to t[...]

96 Information 96 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Europe-European Union Notice Radio products [...]

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Information 99 section 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 dofc f5d8631.do c EC Declaration of Conformity to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC CE! Manufacturer : BELKIN LTD, EXPRESS BUSINESS PARK, SHIP TON WAY ,RUSHDEN NN10 6GL ENGLAND Representative : Be lkin Ltd (residing in the EC holding the TCF) Product / Apparatus : N1 Wireless Modem Router Type Number : F5D86[...]

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