Page 2 - Table of Contents; ct
Table of Contents 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1P...
Page 3 - Introduction
Table of Contents 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n Thank you for purchasing the Belkin High-Speed Mode Wireless G Router (the Router). Below are two short sections, one discusses the benefits of home networking, the other outlines best practices in order to maximize your wireless home network...
Page 4 - Placement of your Wireless G Router; Important Factors for Placement and Setup; While some of the items listed below can affect network; Wireless Router or Access Point Placement; • Ensure that your Wireless Router’s or Access Point’s
2 Introduction Introduction 3 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n Placement of your Wireless G Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Wireless Router or Access Point. Typical indoor operating range...
Page 5 - Avoid Obstacles and Interference; • Try moving cordless phones away from Wireless Routers or; Choose the “quietest” channel for your wireless network
2 Introduction Introduction 3 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Wireless Router or Access Point near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit Wireless communication include: • ...
Page 6 - • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to
4 Introduction Introduction 5 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n 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 product...
Page 7 - or call Belkin Technical Support at:
4 Introduction Introduction 5 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at: US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext.2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 180...
Page 8 - Product Features; Product Overview
6 7 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n Product Features In minutes you will be able to share your Inter net connection and network your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Bo...
Page 9 - SPI Firewall
6 7 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 se ct io n 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,...
Page 10 - Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me,; Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point
8 Product Overview Knowing Your Router 9 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 NOTE: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP and Mac OS 9.X and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system, the Wireless Router can be set up using the Alternative Method descr...
Page 11 - Package Contents
8 Product Overview Knowing Your Router 9 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Package Contents • Belkin High-Speed Mode Wireless G Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual System Requirements • Br...
Page 14 - Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack.
12 Knowing Your Router Knowing Your Router 13 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 6. Power Jack - GRAY Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack. 7. Connections to Computers (LAN Ports) - BLUE Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-...
Page 15 - a. Resetting the Router
12 Knowing Your Router Knowing Your Router 13 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 a. Resetting the Router Push and release the Reset button. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is comp...
Page 17 - DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.
14 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 15 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 and working at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alter nate Setup Method” section of this manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if you are using ...
Page 18 - Welcome Screen
16 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 17 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Welcome Screen After you insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive, the Wizard’s welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected the Router at this point. If you have con...
Page 19 - Step 2 Hardware Setup; This step instructs you to locate
16 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 17 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Multi-NICs Screen If you have more than one network adapter installed in your computer a Multi-NIC Screen will appear. If you have more than one network adapter installed in your...
Page 21 - Step 3 Checking the Connection; Once you have completed; User Name and Password Needed
18 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 19 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Step 3 Checking the Connection 3.1 Once you have completed connecting the Router, the Wizard will check the connection to the Router and then go on to determine what type of Inte...
Page 22 - This Step Is Optional.; Click “Next” if; Step 4 Configuring the Router
20 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 21 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3.3 Wireless Setup This Step Is Optional. Click “Next” if you want to skip it. Using this step, you can customize your wireless network settings if you want to. Follow the steps ...
Page 23 - You have finished installing your new Belkin Router.
20 Connecting and Configuring Your Router Connecting and Configuring Your Router 21 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4.2 Finished When the Inter net connection is complete, the Wizard will tell you that you are finished. The “Connected” LED on the front of the Router will be solid GREEN, indica...
Page 24 - Step 1 Connecting your Router
22 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 23 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 The Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router. From the A...
Page 26 - Step 2 Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work; If you have difficulty accessing the Router’s web-; Logging into the Router
24 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 25 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Step 2 Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for directions. Step 3 Configuring the Router Using the Web-B...
Page 27 - Logging out of the Router
24 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 25 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Logging out of the Router One computer at a time can log in to 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...
Page 28 - Internet Status Indicator
26 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 27 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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. Internet Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, ...
Page 29 - Internet Settings
26 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 27 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5. 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. 6. LAN Settings Shows you the se...
Page 30 - Step 4 Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet
28 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 29 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Step 4 Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) The “Inter net/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Inter net Service Provider (ISP). The Router...
Page 31 - Setting your Connection Type; next
28 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 29 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your Connection Type From the connection type page, you can select the type of connection you use. Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button (1) next to your connection type and then ...
Page 32 - Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type; . If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you; Change WAN MAC Address
30 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 31 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with cable modems. Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in many ...
Page 33 - Provided by your ISP. Enter your IP address here.; ISP Gateway Address; Provided by your ISP. Enter the ISP gateway address here.; My ISP Provides More Than One Static IP Address
30 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 31 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Static IP A static IP address connection type is less common than other connection types. If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need you...
Page 34 - Setting your ISP connection type to PPPoE
32 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 33 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your ISP connection type to PPPoE Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modem to connect to the Inter net, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service. If you have...
Page 36 - Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to; . After you apply the
34 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 35 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) [European Countries Only]. Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP protocol, a type of connection most ...
Page 37 - Service IP Address; Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here.
34 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 35 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4. Service IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here. 5. My IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 6. My Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address her...
Page 38 - Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra® BigPond User
36 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 37 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra® BigPond User [Australia Only] Your user name and password are provided to you by Telstra BigPond. Enter this information below. Choosing your state from the dr...
Page 39 - User Decide Login Server Manually; , you may manually enter the login; Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings; should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS
36 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 37 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3. Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 4. User Decide Login Server Manually If your login server IP address is not available in the “Select Your State” dro...
Page 40 - Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller
38 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 39 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 Inter net Service Provider may ...
Page 41 - Cloning your MAC Address; . Click “Apply Changes”; Entering a Specific MAC Address; and click “Apply Changes”
38 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 39 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Cloning your MAC Address To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the Router was installed. Click the “Clone” button (1) . Click “A...
Page 42 - Viewing the LAN Settings; Clicking on the header of the LAN tab
40 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 41 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Using your Inter net 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 “...
Page 43 - Changing LAN Settings; NOT; make changes to
40 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 41 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Changing LAN Settings All settings for the inter nal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. 1. IP Address The “IP address” is the inter nal IP address ...
Page 44 - Local Domain Name
42 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 43 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 settin...
Page 45 - Viewing the DHCP Client List Page; of
42 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 43 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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) ...
Page 46 - Configuring the Wireless Network Settings; and
44 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 45 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 ne...
Page 47 - Using the Wireless Mode Switch; Please note that switching to 802.11g-LRS mode may
44 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 45 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “802.11g-Auto”, “802.11g-Only”, and “802.11g-LRS”. The different modes are exp...
Page 48 - Using High-Speed Mode; Selecting “Off” will disable Turbo mode.
46 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 47 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Using High-Speed Mode The Router supports two High-Speed modes, 125HSM* mode and Frame Bursting mode. Selecting “125HSM mode” will result in all devices running in 125H...
Page 49 - Changing the Wireless Channel
46 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 47 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States and Australia, there are 11 channels. In the United Kin...
Page 50 - Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
48 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 49 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 SSI...
Page 51 - Network
48 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 49 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Securing your Wi-Fi ® Network Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This...
Page 52 - Encryption Keys
50 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 51 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 128-Bit WEP As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key lengt...
Page 53 - uses what is known as a
50 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 51 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, t...
Page 54 - Sharing the Same Network Keys
52 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 53 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Sharing the Same Network Keys Most Wi-Fi products ship with security tur ned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure y...
Page 55 - Using a Hexadecimal Key; Original Apple AirPort® products support 64-
52 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 53 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 two-digit nu...
Page 56 - WEP Setup; 4-Bit WEP Encryption; After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your
54 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 55 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1 Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex ...
Page 57 - The Passphrase option will not operate with
54 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 55 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 128-Bit WEP EncryptionNote to Mac® users: The Passphrase option will not operate with Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption...
Page 58 - Changing the Wireless Security Settings; WPA Setup; To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to
56 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 57 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is equipped with WPA (Wireless Protected Access), the latest wireless security standard. It also supports the legacy...
Page 59 - Setting WPA (with radius server) Settings; Enter the IP address of the radius server into the “Radius
56 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 57 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings. Setting WPA (with radius server) Settings If your network uses a radius server...
Page 60 - Configuring your Belkin Wireless G Network Cards to
58 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 59 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Configuring your Belkin Wireless G Network Cards to Use Security Please Note: This section is to provide you with the information on how to configure your Belkin Wirele...
Page 61 - Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires
58 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 59 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires WPA-PSK (no server)1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. T...
Page 63 - Setting Up WPA for a Non-Belkin Wireless Desktop and; The file that Microsoft has made available works only
60 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 61 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting Up WPA for a Non-Belkin Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Cards For non-Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Cards that are not equipped with ...
Page 64 - Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use; Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network
62 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 63 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using Windows Wireless Network Utility by doing the following: 1. ...
Page 66 - Using the Access Point Mode; This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users
64 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 65 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Using the Access Point Mode Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access poi...
Page 67 - Wireless Range Extension and Bridging; What is a Wireless Bridge?; * Wireless Range Extension and bridging will not work while in 125
64 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 65 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Wireless Range Extension and Bridging Wireless Range Extension and Bridging works with the following models only: F5D7231-4 High-Speed Mode Wireless G Router F5D7230-4 ...
Page 68 - Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly
66 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 67 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly Bridging an Access Point to your Wireless Router allows you to add another network segment in another area in the home or offi...
Page 69 - Setting Up a Bridge Between your Wireless Router and a; PLEASE BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW,; Set your Access Point to the same channel as the Router. By
66 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 67 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Setting Up a Bridge Between your Wireless Router and a Secondary Access Point Bridging your Belkin Router to a secondary Access Point requires that you access the Route...
Page 71 - Configuring the Firewall
68 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 69 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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• SYN ...
Page 72 - Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings
70 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 71 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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...
Page 73 - Setting Client IP Filters
70 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 71 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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...
Page 74 - Setting MAC Address Filtering; To enable this feature, select “Enable MAC Address Filtering”
72 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 73 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 ...
Page 76 - Blocking an ICMP Ping; To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping”
74 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 75 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 respon...
Page 77 - Utilities Tab; Parental Control; See separate Parental Control User Manual from Belkin.
74 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 75 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Utilities Tab This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions. Parental Control See separate Parental Contro...
Page 78 - Restarting the Router; Click the “Restart
76 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 77 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 ...
Page 79 - Restoring Factory Default Settings; Click the “Restore
76 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 77 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 u...
Page 80 - Saving a Current Configuration; Click “Save”. A window
78 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 79 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 setti...
Page 81 - When the save is; Restoring a Previous Configuration; Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the
78 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 79 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. The configuration is now saved. Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allo...
Page 82 - You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.
80 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 81 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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....
Page 83 - Updating the Firmware; The “Check Firmware”
80 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 81 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 t...
Page 84 - Downloading a New Version of Firmware; To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.
82 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 83 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 such as the following. ...
Page 85 - In the “Firmware
82 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 83 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Updating the Router’s Firmware1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. A...
Page 86 - You will be asked if you; The firmware update is complete!
84 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 85 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 wan...
Page 87 - Changing System Settings; Only one computer can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup
84 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 85 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 of...
Page 88 - Setting the Time and Time Zone; Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router,; MAKE SURE
86 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 87 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 clo...
Page 89 - This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.; MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE; Enabling/Disabling UPnP
86 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 87 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU ...
Page 90 - Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
88 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 89 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 ale...
Page 91 - Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router.
88 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 89 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your PC’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP. Manually Configuring Network Adapters...
Page 92 - Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network
90 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 91 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 2. Select ...
Page 93 - Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS® up to 9.x
90 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 91 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 Ro...
Page 94 - Close the window. If you made any changes, the following
92 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 93 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”. Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network setti...
Page 95 - Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X; Click on the “System Preferences” icon.
92 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 93 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X 1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon. 2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu. 3. Select...
Page 96 - Select the “TCP/IP” tab
94 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Recommended Web Browser Settings 95 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 PP...
Page 97 - Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Inter net Options”.
94 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Recommended Web Browser Settings 95 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Inter net or the advanced web-based user interface,...
Page 98 - Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed
96 Recommended Web Browser Settings Using your Router with AOL Broadband 97 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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”. T...
Page 99 - How to set up your network to operate with AOL® for Broadband; Directions for AOL DSL Users; Step 1 Creating new AOL screen names
96 Recommended Web Browser Settings Using your Router with AOL Broadband 97 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 How to set up your network to operate with AOL® for Broadband and your new Belkin Router There are two types of AOL connections available—either AOL DSL or AOL Cable. A third service is ...
Page 100 - Perform a keyword
98 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 99 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 3. Perform a keyword search on “names” by clicking “Keyword”, and then “Go to Keyword”. 4. In the “Keyword” window, type in “names” then click “Go”. 5. You will see the “AOL Screen N...
Page 101 - The “Choose a Screen
98 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 99 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 7. The “Choose a Screen Name” window will appear. Type in a screen name, and click “Continue”. If this screen name is for the Router, the name you choose should be something like you...
Page 102 - The “Select a Parental
100 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 101 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 9. The “Select a Parental Controls setting” window will appear. If this screen name is for the Router, choose any one of the settings (it doesn’t matter which). If this screen name...
Page 103 - Step 2 Configuring the Router
100 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 101 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Step 2 Configuring the Router Follow this step only if you use AOL DSL. This procedure is for Belkin Router models F5D5231-4, F5D6231-4, F5D7230-4, and F5D7231-4. 1. Connect your R...
Page 105 - Step 3 Configure your computers with the AOL screen names
102 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 103 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Step 3 Configure your computers with the AOL screen names you just created This step consists of installing the AOL software on each computer and configuring it to use one of the s...
Page 106 - AOL Cable or AOL BYOA (Bring Your Own Access); AOL Cable Users STEP 1:; AOL Cable or AOL BYOA Users; Your AOL connections must be set to operate on the TCP/IP
104 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 105 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 AOL Cable or AOL BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) Users Directions AOL Cable users need to follow these directions. If you have AOL DSL, go to the “Directions for AOL DSL” section begi...
Page 107 - You should see the
104 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 105 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5. You should see the “AOL Screen Names” window. Click “CREATE a Screen Name”. 6. A window will appear that asks whether the screen name is for a child. Click “Yes” or “No” to answ...
Page 108 - The “Choose a
106 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 107 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 8. The “Choose a password” screen will appear. Enter the password for this screen name twice, and click “Continue”. 9. The “Select a Parental Controls setting” window will appear. ...
Page 109 - The “AOL Screen; Step 2 Configure your computers with the new AOL screen names
106 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Using your Router with AOL Broadband 107 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 11. The “AOL Screen Names” window appears. This window will include all the accounts you have created to this point. 12. Repeat steps 1-11 for each computer that will be using AOL ...
Page 114 - • You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific
112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 113 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 • 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...
Page 115 - Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results?; Yes, my network name is listed
112 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 113 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I can’t connect to the Inter net wirelessly Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Inter net from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 1. Look at the lights on your Router. If you’re using...
Page 116 - If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to; Solution; Temporarily move computer, if possible, five to ten feet from
114 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 115 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I can’t connect to the Inter net wirelessly, but my network name is listed Solution: If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. ...
Page 117 - Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network; Changing the wireless channel; - Depending on local wireless; Limiting the wireless transmit rate; - Limiting the wireless
114 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 115 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID” is enabled. This setting is found on the Router’s wireless “Channel and SSID” configuration p...
Page 118 - How do I extend the range of my wireless network
116 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 117 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 ...
Page 119 - Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point.
116 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 117 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Router or Belkin Access Point Solution 1. Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point. Open your web browser and type in IP a...
Page 121 - A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from; To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded; for the following products:
118 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 119 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Important: A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This Network key needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless Router or Access Point. For example...
Page 124 - Important; : WPA-PSK is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-
122 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 123 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a wireless Belkin client card for a home network. Solution: Clients must use the same key that the Wireless Router or Access Point uses. F...
Page 125 - Under “Network Authentication” select WPA
122 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 123 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin wireless client card for a business. Solution: Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Network screen. Th...
Page 126 - Supported Operating Systems:
124 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 125 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a non-Belkin client card for a home network. Solution: For non-Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Network Cards that are no...
Page 127 - Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”. This setting will
124 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 125 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 5. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”. This setting will have to be identical to the Wireless Router or Access Point that you set up. 6. Type in your encryption key in the “Network Key” box. Important: Enter yo...
Page 128 - Wireless Comparison
126 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 127 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a? Currently there are three levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation 802.11x,...
Page 129 - Technical Support; You can find technical support information at; networking; or
126 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting 127 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Technical Support You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/ networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736...
Page 130 - Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation.; The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio; Federal Communications Commission Notice; residential installation.; FCC Statement
128 Information Information 129 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 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 manner that the potential for human cont...
Page 131 - Modifications
128 Information Information 129 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the ...
Page 132 - Information; Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty; IN LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED
130 Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its lifetime. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned durin...