Page 2 - tablE oF contEnts
tablE oF contEnts getting started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 What’s in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Initial Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...
Page 3 - Where to Place Your Router; gEtting startED
1 What’s in the box AC1800 DB Wireless AC+ Gigabit Router Ethernet cable (attached to router) Power supply (attached to router) Network information card (attached to router) Quick Setup Guide initial setup Where to Place Your Router For the best results, place the Router next to your modem in an ope...
Page 4 - Connect Your AC1800 DB Router; supply. Some modems have a battery backup this will; . Connect your Router to your modem using the cable
2 gEtting startED how to set it Up Connect Your AC1800 DB Router 1 . Turn off your modem by disconnecting its power supply. Some modems have a battery backup; this will need to be disconnected at this time as well. 2 . Connect your Router to your modem using the cable (already attached).
Page 5 - . Power up your modem by plugging in its power; supply. If your modem has a batter y backup, it; . Power up your Router by plugging in its power supply.
3 gEtting startED 3 . Power up your modem by plugging in its power supply. If your modem has a batter y backup, it can be reconnected at this time; you may need to hold the reset button for 10 seconds. 4 . Power up your Router by plugging in its power supply.
Page 6 - Connect to Your Router
4 gEtting startED Connect to Your Router Retrieve the network ID card from the foot of your new Belkin Router. Can’t find the card? The default network name and password are also printed on the foot of the Router. Use your computer, tablet, or smartphone to connect to the wireless network shown on t...
Page 8 - Once your Router is online, it will determine if there is a firmware
6 gEtting startED Once your Router is online, it will determine if there is a firmware update available and offer to install it. Please allow up to 5 minutes for the firmware to update. If there are no updates available, then setup will proceed. At the next screen you will be invited to change your ...
Page 9 - click “Save and Continue.” (Note: The password must be at least 8
7 gEtting startED If you decide to change these settings, then enter the new values and click “Save and Continue.” (Note: The password must be at least 8 characters long.) If you changed your network name and password, make note of it on the ser vice card located on the foot of the Router. You will ...
Page 10 - At the next screen you can download optional software that was
8 gEtting startED At the next screen you can download optional software that was bundled with your Router. This screen shows you optional software that is available for your Router, such as the USB software to allow you to print through the Router’s USB port. If you wish to download and install any ...
Page 11 - is set up and ready to use.
9 gEtting startED When finished installing optional software, click “Thanks, take me to the dashboard.” Congratulations! You are now at your Router’s dashboard. Your Router is set up and ready to use.
Page 12 - Using the Wps button
10 gEtting startED Using the Wps button 1 . Start WPS Push Button Connection (WPS PBC) on your computer or other Wi-Fi device that you would like to connect wirelessly to your Router. Often there will be a button for this purpose in software that came with the device, or a physical “ WPS,” “PBC,” or...
Page 13 - Manually set Up Your Internet Connection; Click the “Set it up manually” link. Please select the type of
11 gEtting startED Manually set Up Your Internet Connection Use a browser to visit http://router/. You can also tr y visiting http://192.168.2.1/. The Router’s Welcome page should appear. Click the “Set it up manually” link. Please select the type of connection your ISP provides. Refer to page 15 fo...
Page 15 - Please take this opportunity to register your Router. This will
13 gEtting startED Click “Great, what’s next?” Please take this opportunity to register your Router. This will help technical support if there is a problem with your Router.
Page 16 - Simply complete each of the required fields and click
14 gEtting startED Simply complete each of the required fields and click “Complete Registration.” If you don’t want to register right now, click “Register Later” to proceed. At the next screen you can download optional software that was bundled with your Router.
Page 18 - The status of your Internet connection is shown in the
16 gEtting startED The status of your Internet connection is shown in the upper left corner of the Router’s homepage. If it does not say “Online,” troubleshooting information will be displayed.
Page 19 - Manually Configuring Your Router’s Internet from the Dashboard; To set up your ISP connection manually, select “ISP Connection; Dynamic connection; Some DSL customers require a PPPoE connection. Let’s tr y dynamic
17 gEtting startED Manually Configuring Your Router’s Internet from the Dashboard To set up your ISP connection manually, select “ISP Connection Type” from the list under the header “ WAN Settings.” Dynamic connection Cable and fiber customers generally require a dynamic connection. Some DSL custome...
Page 20 - A host name is generally not required. Hit “Save.”
18 gEtting startED A host name is generally not required. Hit “Save.” The Router will restart. If after a few minutes your Internet Status says “Online,” you’re done! You can surf the Internet.
Page 21 - if these steps do not work, try restarting your
19 gEtting startED if these steps do not work, try restarting your modem and repeating the process . If not, we’ll tr y a PPPoE connection next. pppoE connection Some DSL customers require a PPPoE connection. Select PPPoE this time and press “Next.” Enter the username and password supplied by your I...
Page 22 - If these steps do not work, tr y restarting your
20 gEtting startED If these steps do not work, tr y restarting your modem and repeating the process. If after a few minutes your Internet Status says “Connected,” you’re done! You can surf the Internet.
Page 23 - Android; Settings; Connect Your Wireless Devices; iOS
21 gEtting startED Android TM (phones and tablets) 1. open the Settings app and select Wireless and Network . 2. From there, select Wi-Fi to see the list of available networks. 3. Select your wireless network from the list. If asked to do so, enter your network password. Connect Your Wireless Device...
Page 24 - Windows
22 gEtting startED Windows ® 7 Your computer provides a menu of available wireless networks at the right end of the task bar. 1. Lef t-click on the icon that looks like signal strength bars. 2. Select your wireless network from the list. If asked, enter your network password (network key). Windows V...
Page 26 - aDDitional capabilitiEs; Adding a Drive
24 aDDitional capabilitiEs Adding a Drive You can share a USB hard drive or flash drive to your network via your Router’s USB port. Once connected, you can share files and music with other computers and devices within your network. Plug your USB hard drive into the USB port on the back of your Route...
Page 27 - Adding Other UsB Devices; Other USB devices may also be shared via your Router. Plug your
25 aDDitional capabilitiEs Adding Other UsB Devices Other USB devices may also be shared via your Router. Plug your device into the USB port located on the back of your Router. Computers running the Belkin USB Print and Storage Manager will be able to make use of the shared device.
Page 28 - Usb print and storage center; The USB Print and Storage Manager helps to manage
26 aDDitional capabilitiEs optional software Usb print and storage center The USB Print and Storage Manager helps to manage and monitor the use of your USB printers, scanners, hard drives, and other devices that are connected to your Router’s USB port and shared across your network.
Page 29 - guest access
27 aDDitional capabilitiEs additional capabilities guest access You can allow guests to use your Internet connection without joining your personal network. The network name and password for the guest network is located on the network information card found under the foot of your Router. A person usi...
Page 30 - DLNA server: Enables or disables your media ser ver
28 aDDitional capabilitiEs Media server by myTwonky Media Ser ver by myTwonky lets your Router stream music, movies, and photos to different DLNA /UPnP devices on your network. In order to use Media Ser ver by myTwonky, you will need to insert a USB storage device with media content into a free USB ...
Page 31 - If you think a site should be added to the filtering; . You manually set the DNS ser vers on your; Website Filters . powered by norton; Web filters provide a first layer of whole-home Internet
29 aDDitional capabilitiEs there are four different filtering options:1. Block malicious, adult, and other non-family-friendly sites2. Block malicious and adult sites3. Block malicious sites 4. No filters If you think a site should be added to the filtering list, submit a request at safeweb.norton.c...
Page 32 - Intellistream prioritizes video and gaming traffic for; there are two ways to enable intellistream:; Click “Run a Speed Test ” and the test will begin.
30 aDDitional capabilitiEs intellistream Qos Intellistream prioritizes video and gaming traffic for a better online entertainment experience. there are two ways to enable intellistream: run a speed test: In order for IntelliStream to provide you the best media experience, your Router needs to know w...
Page 33 - Once complete you will see the results.
31 aDDitional capabilitiEs Once complete you will see the results. If your Internet speed is greater than 70Mbps when downloading, IntelliStream QoS will only improve your uploading experience.
Page 34 - Manual set – This will let you set your approximate Internet; speeds. If you do not know your Internet speeds, call your ISP.; refresh – This will retest your Internet speed.; When you click “Save,” your Router will save your changes.
32 aDDitional capabilitiEs Manual set – This will let you set your approximate Internet speeds. If you do not know your Internet speeds, call your ISP. When you click “Save,” your Router will save your changes. Intellistream is now enabled. refresh – This will retest your Internet speed. When you cl...
Page 37 - GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ROUTER; off: No USB device is; back panel
35 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR ROUTER a) Modem (Wan) connector Connect your modem to this port using an Ethernet cable. b) Wired (lan) connectors Connect computers and other wired network devices to these ports using Ethernet cables. c) Usb port USB printers, disks, and other USB devices plugged into this ...
Page 39 - setup; Usb print and storage Manager
37 tEchnical DEtails system requirements Router Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer RJ45 Ethernet networking cable Internet b...
Page 41 - . Locate and download the firmware file from the Belkin
39 UsING YOUR ROUTER 39 Updating the router’s Firmware via the Web Interface The following steps show you how to update your Router’s firmware using its web interface. You do not need to be connected to the Internet as this interface is built into the Router itself. setup steps: 1 . Locate and downl...
Page 42 - UsING YOUR ROUTER; . Click on “Firmware Update” toward the bottom.; screen to search for the file you saved previously.; note: The firmware version in the image above is; depicted as an example. Your file name will var y
40 UsING YOUR ROUTER 40 4 . Open a web browser on the computer. 5 . In the address bar of the web browser, type “http://router” or “http://192.168.2.1” and press “Enter” on your keyboard. 6 . Click on “Firmware Update” toward the bottom. 7 . Click the “Choose File” button toward the middle of the sc...
Page 43 - . Select the firmware file by left-clicking on it and then click; the “Open” button in the lower-right corner of the window.
41 UsING YOUR ROUTER 41 8 . Select the firmware file by left-clicking on it and then click the “Open” button in the lower-right corner of the window. This will take you back into the Router’s interface. 9 . Click the “Update” button.
Page 44 - A prompt asking, “Are you sure you want to continue; respond during the upgrade and warning you not to remove
42 UsING YOUR ROUTER 42 10. A prompt asking, “Are you sure you want to continue with upgrading?” will appear. Click “OK”. 11 . A second prompt will open telling you the Router will not respond during the upgrade and warning you not to remove the power supply from the Router. Click “OK” once more. Co...
Page 45 - reset button – red; Restoring Your Router to Factory Defaults
43 UsING YOUR ROUTER resetting the router reset button – red 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 factor y default setting...
Page 46 - symptoms; You need to restore the factor y defaults using the web interface.; setup steps; hand column under the “Utilities” heading.
44 UsING YOUR ROUTER restoring the router to Default settings Using the Web interface symptoms You need to restore the factor y defaults using the web interface. This may be because the Router is not performing as expected or you wish to remove all previously configured settings. setup steps 1 . Ope...
Page 47 - . Click on the “Restore Defaults” button.
45 UsING YOUR ROUTER 4 . Click on the “Restore Defaults” button. 5 . A warning box will open that says, “ Warning: All your settings will be lost. Are you sure you want to do this?” Click “OK”.
Page 48 - The Router will begin the restoring process. Once; the restore is complete, the Router will reboot.
46 UsING YOUR ROUTER 6. The Router will begin the restoring process. Once the restore is complete, the Router will reboot. note: This may take several minutes. Your Router has successfully been restored to its factor y settings.
Page 49 - troubleshooting; i can’t connect to the internet wirelessly .; If your Windows XP computer is running SP2, you will
47 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY troubleshooting i can’t connect to the internet wirelessly . if the light on the front of the router is solid blue, then your Router is connected to the Internet. You may not be connected to the Router’s wireless network. Please refer to “Connect Your Wirele...
Page 51 - I’ve installed this new Router and some of my network clients
49 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY I’ve installed this new Router and some of my network clients (computers, game consoles, etc .) are now unable to connect . Your new Router came pre-configured with a network name and password, found printed on an attached card. All clients must use this net...
Page 56 - technical support
54 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY technical support Us http://www.belkin.com/suppor t UK http://www.belkin.com/uk /suppor t australia http://www.belkin.com/au/suppor t new Zealand http://www.belkin.com/au/suppor t singapore 1800 622 1130 Europe http://www.belkin.com/uk /suppor t AUSTRIA 0820...
Page 57 - -Year Product Warranty; What this warranty covers.
55 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY belkin international, inc ., limited 2-Year 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, o...
Page 58 - . Your Belkin Customer Ser vice Representative will then
56 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY how to get service. To get ser vice for your Belkin product you must take the following steps: 1 . Contact Belkin International, Inc., on the telephone number listed on page 54, within 15 days of the Occurrence. Be prepared to provide the following informati...
Page 59 - how state law relates to the warranty .
57 TROUBLEshOOTING, sUPPORT, AND WARRANTY how state law relates to the warranty . THIS WARRANT Y CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANT Y OF BELKIN. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW, IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANT Y OR CONDITION OF QUALIT Y, MERCHANTABILIT Y OR FITNE...
Page 60 - caution: Exposure to radio Frequency radiation .
58 REGULATORY INFORMATION Declaration of conformity with electromagnetic compatibility and electromagnetic interference We, Belkin International, Inc., of Schiphol-Rijk, Netherlands, declare under our sole responsibility that the device, F9K1118, complies with Directives stated in our EU declaration...
Page 61 - For information on product disposal please refer to; general safety information:; • For indoor installation only
59 REGULATORY INFORMATION Europe – EU Declaration of conformity This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC, the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC, and the low-voltage Directive 2006/95/EC. A copy of the European Union CE marking “Declaration of Conformity” may ...
