Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Package C...
Page 3 - INTRODUCTION; Key Features
1 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Cable/DSL Gateway Router (the Router). In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network yourcomputers. The following is a list of features that make your new Router an idealsolution for your home or small office network. Key...
Page 4 - SPI Firewall
INTRODUCTION 2 SPI Firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from awide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Pingof Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack,TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear...
Page 5 - Package Contents; At the time of printing, a version of the Easy Install Wizard was not
INTRODUCTION 3 Package Contents • Belkin Cable/DSL Gateway Router• Vertical Mounting Base (optional use)• Category 5 Networking Cable• Power Supply• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD• User Manual System Requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Etherne...
Page 6 - KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER
KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER 4 The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically orhorizontally, or it may be mounted to a wall. The slim design minimizes thedesktop space required when placed vertically. All of the cables exit from the rearof the Router for better organization and uti...
Page 7 - a. Using the Reset Button to Reset the Router
KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER 4. Connected LED This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet.When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet. When thelight is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet. Whenthe light is solid GREEN, the Rou...
Page 8 - b. Using the Reset Button to Restore the Factory Defaults; Using a cable other than the cable supplied with your cable or DSL
KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER 6 momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When thePower/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. b. Using the Reset Button to Restore the Factory Defaults Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds then release it. Thelights on th...
Page 9 - CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER; Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 7 Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin Cable/DSL Gateway Router• Vertical Mounting Base (optional use)• Category 5 Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to the computer)• Power Supply• Belkin Easy I...
Page 10 - Step 1: Run the Easy Install Wizard Software; Click on “Set Up the Router” to begin.; Run the Easy Install Wizard from the computer; DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 8 Step 1: Run the Easy Install Wizard Software 1. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. 2. Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now directlyconnected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT ...
Page 11 - License Agreement
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 9 2.2 Welcome Screen The Wizard welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected theRouter at this point. If you have connected your Router, please reconnect yourcomputer directly to the modem. Click “Next” when you are ready to mo...
Page 13 - PPPoE Connection Detected; Step 3: Connect the Router to your Modem and Computer
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 11 2.6 PPPoE Connection Detected If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a password, theWizard will ask you to type in your user name and password. If your connectiontype does not require a user name and password, you will ...
Page 14 - the ports labeled “1–4”.
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 3.4 Connect the new network cable from the back of the computer to one of the ports labeled “1–4”. NOTE: It does not matter which numbered port you choose. 3.5 Turn on your cable or DSL modem by reconnecting the power supply to the modem. 3.6 ...
Page 15 - Step 4: Continue Following the Wizard’s Instructions
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 13 Step 4: Continue Following the Wizard’s Instructions 4.1 Checking the ConnectionOnce you have completed the connection of your Router, the Wizard will checkthe connection to the Router. If the Router is not detected, use the“Troubleshooting...
Page 16 - Complete” and it will move to the next step.
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 14 4.3 When the transfer is complete, the Wizard will tell you that it is done and may reboot (restart) the Router. 4.4 When configuration is complete, the Wizard will tell you “Router Setup Complete” and it will move to the next step. 4.5 Che...
Page 18 - For Computers Already Equipped with a Network Adapter; network and the Router.
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER Step 5: Adding Other Computers to your Network Using the Easy Install Wizard If you have other computers in your home that are already equipped with anetwork adapter, you can use the Easy Install Wizard to set up those computers toconnect to y...
Page 20 - ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD; Alternate Setup Method; • Set the Router’s firewall to work with specific applications
ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 18 Alternate Setup Method The Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up theRouter if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it tomanage advanced functions of the Router. From the Advanced User Interface, youcan perform the ...
Page 21 - then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack.
ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 19 1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into the wall, then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack. 1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking the lights on the front of the Router. The green light labeled “WAN” should be...
Page 22 - Logging into the Router
ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 20 User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything elsesuch as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter” key. Logging into the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home page isvisible to any user who wants to see...
Page 23 - Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced UserInterface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Router’s status andsettings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page. 1....
Page 25 - Step 4: Configuring your Router for Connection to your ISP; on the left side of the screen. Select the connection
23 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Step 4: Configuring your Router for Connection to your ISP The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to yourInternet Service Provider. The Router is capable of connecting to virtually anyInternet Service Provider’s system provided you have corre...
Page 26 - Setting your Connection Type; next to; Setting your ISP Connection Type to Dynamic IP
24 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Setting your Connection Type From the connection type page, you can select the type of connection you use.Select the type of connection you use by clicking the radio button (1) next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2) . Setting your ISP Connection Type to D...
Page 27 - Change WAN MAC Address
25 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 1. Host Name This space is provided to enter a host name that needs to be visible to yourISP. Enter your host name here and click “Apply Changes” (3) . If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you are not sure, leave this blank. 2. Change WAN MAC Address If your ISP r...
Page 28 - . After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator
26 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Setting your ISP Connection Type to Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modemto connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service.If you have an Internet connection in ...
Page 30 - Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here.; Service IP Address; Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here.
28 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 1. PPTP Account Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here. 2. PPTP Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 3. Host Name Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here. 4. Service IP Address Provided by your I...
Page 31 - Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra Big Pond User; and type in the address next to “Login Server”; Manually Enter Server IP Address; , you may manually enter the login server IP address by
29 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra Big Pond User [Australia Only] Your user name and password are provided to you by Telstra BigPond. Enter this information below. Choosing your state from the drop-downmenu (6) will automatically fill in your login server IP ...
Page 32 - Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings; should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS
30 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translatesUniversal Resource Links (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. ManyISPs do not require you to enter this information into the Router. The “Auto...
Page 33 - Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address; . Click “Apply Changes”; Entering a Specific MAC Address
31 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have a unique“serial number” called a MAC address. Your ISP may record the MAC address ofyour computer’s adapter and only let that particular computer c...
Page 34 - USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE; Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface; Clicking on the header of the LAN tab
32 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based AdvancedUser Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything elsesuch as “http://” or “www”) then press the “Enter” ke...
Page 35 - Changing LAN Settings
33 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. 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 int...
Page 36 - Local Domain Name
34 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 3. DHCP Server The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IPaddresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is“On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary, however, in order to do soyo...
Page 37 - Viewing the DHCP Client List Page
35 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Viewing the DHCP Client List Page You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected toyour 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 MA...
Page 38 - Configuring the Firewall
36 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Configuring the Firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from awide array of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing• Land Attack• Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of Service (DoS)• IP with zero length• Smurf At...
Page 39 - Configuring the Port Forwarding Settings
37 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Configuring the Port Forwarding Settings Application gateways let you select ports to be open for certain applications towork properly with the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature of the Router.A list of popular applications has been included to c...
Page 40 - Choosing an Application
38 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Choosing an Application Select your application from the drop-down list. Click “Add”. The settings will betransferred to the next available space in the screen. Click “Apply Changes” tosave the setting for that application. To remove an application, sel...
Page 41 - Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings
39 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route external (Internet) calls forservices such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through your Router to your internal network....
Page 42 - Setting Client IP Filters
40 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. To restri...
Page 43 - Setting MAC Address Filtering; To enable this feature, select “Enable MAC Address Filtering”
41 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Setting MAC Address Filtering The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specifywhich computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to accessthe network that is not specified in the filter list will be denie...
Page 45 - Blocking an ICMP Ping; To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping”
43 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Blocking an ICMP Ping Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on theInternet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IPaddress, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be ther...
Page 46 - Utilities Tab
44 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Utilities Tab Utilities This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certainadministrative functions.
Page 47 - Restarting the Router; Click the “Restart Router” button.
45 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Restarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins workingimproperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation1...
Page 48 - Restoring Factory Default Settings; Click the “Restore Defaults” button.
46 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 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 yourestore all of the defaults. 1. Click the “Restore Defaults”...
Page 49 - Saving a Current Configuration; Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.
47 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. Itis recommended that you back up your current configuration...
Page 50 - When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click “Close”.
48 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to savethe configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, oruse the default name “Config”. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yoursel...
Page 51 - Restoring a Previous Configuration; You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.
49 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 theconfiguration file. All configuration files end with a “.bin”. ...
Page 53 - Updating Firmware; To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.
51 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Updating 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 haveexisted. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from...
Page 55 - You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”.
53 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Updating the Router’s Firmware1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse” (2). A window will open thatallows you to select the location of the firmware update file. All firmware filesend with a “.dlf”. 2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded....
Page 56 - The firmware update is complete.
54 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 5. You will see one more message. This message tells you that the Router may notrespond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Router andthe Router is rebooted. Click “OK”. 6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When t...
Page 57 - Changing System Settings
55 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 Router. Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The R...
Page 58 - Setting the Time and Time Zone; Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router,; MAKE SURE YOU HAVE; . Remote management allows you to make
56 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 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 globalInternet. The synchronized clock in the Router is used to record the s...
Page 59 - This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.; nabling/Disabling UPnP
57 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation) NOTE: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. Network Address Translation (NAT) is the method by which the Router shares the single IPaddress assigned by your ISP with the oth...
Page 60 - Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Notification
58 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Notification This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automaticallycheck for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available.When you log into the Router’s advanced i...
Page 61 - Manually Configuring Network Settings; Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and select “TCP/IP”.; MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS
59 Manually Configuring Network Settings Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using thesesteps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your Router after the Routerhas been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up...
Page 62 - Click on the “System Preferences” icon.
60 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. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
Page 64 - Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP; If “Use the following IP address”
62 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) orthe “Network” icon (Windows XP). 3. Right-click on the “Local A...
Page 65 - Write the IP address and subnet mask from the “IP Address” tab
63 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me1. 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 this window. 3. If “Specify and IP addres...
Page 66 - RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS; Recommended Web Browser Settings; Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.
64 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS Recommended Web Browser Settings In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the advanced web-baseduser interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended s...
Page 68 - Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”.
66 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher1. 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”.
Page 69 - TROUBLESHOOTING; The Easy Install Wizard is not able to find my Router.; Make sure the cable or DSL modem is powered and switched on.
67 TROUBLESHOOTING You can find technical support information at www.networking.belkin.com orwww.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technicalsupport by phone, please call 800-223-5546. Technical support is available 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week. The Easy Install Wizard...
Page 70 - My connection type is “PPPoE”. I cannot connect to the Internet.
68 TROUBLESHOOTING My connection type is “static IP address”. I cannot connect to the Internet. • Since your connection type is “static IP address”, your ISP must assign you theIP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Make sure that the Router’sconnection type is configured as “Static IP Addres...
Page 71 - INFORMATION
FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our soleresponsibility that the product, F5D5231-4 to which this declaration relates,complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Op...
