Page 3 - Table of Contents
3 Table of Contents 1. Introduction 1 Product Features 1 Benefits of a Home Network 3 Advantages of a Belkin Wireless Network 3 2. Make Sure You Have the Following 4 Package Contents 4 System Requirements 4 Setup Assistant Sof tware System Requirements 4 Internet Connection Settings 4 3 Knowing your...
Page 5 - Introduction; ct; Product Features; Compatibility with both PCs and Mac® Computers
1 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 11 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless G Router (the Router). In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers with your new Router. The following is a list of features that make your Ro...
Page 6 - NAT IP Address Sharing
22 Introduction Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated netwo...
Page 7 - Benefits of a Home Network; Mobility
33 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 11 Benefits of a Home Network By following our simple setup instructions, you will be able to use your Belkin home network to: • Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in your home • Share resources, such as files, and hard dri...
Page 8 - Make Sure You Have the Following; Package Contents; and Internet browser installed and correctly configured; Setup Assistant Software System Requirements; • For PPPoE and PPPoA users: ADSL account user name and
44 Make Sure You Have the Following Package Contents • ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless G Router• RJ11 Telephone Cord - Gray• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable – Yellow• ADSL Microfilter*• Power Adapter• User Manual and Belkin Setup Assistant Software on CD-ROM *ADSL microfilter varies by country. If it’s no...
Page 9 - Knowing your Router; Front Panel; LED Indicators; ADSL LED
55 Knowing your Router 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 11 The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide you with information a...
Page 10 - LAN
66 Knowing your Router LED Color Status Description ADSL Green OFF Power off or ADSL line connection is physically disconnected Blinking Handshaking or training is in progress Solid ADSL line connection is OK Wireless Green OFF Power off or no radio signal (WLAN card is not present or fails to funct...
Page 11 - The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your Router.
77 Knowing your Router 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 11 Rear Panel The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your Router. Power Plug — Connect the included power supply to this inlet. Using the wrong type of power adapter may cause damage to your Router. Ethernet Ports —The Ethernet ports...
Page 12 - Connecting and Configuring your Router; Setup Assistant; Step 1A: Hardware Connections – Follow the; New Router Setup
88 Connecting and Configuring your Router Setup Assistant Belkin has provided Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000, XP, or Vista™ computer be co...
Page 13 - Step 1B: Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router; Unpack
99 Connecting and Configuring your Router 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 11 1A.4 Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled “Power” on the back of your Router. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up. Look at the display on the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Mod...
Page 14 - Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software; Run the Setup Assistant from
10 10 Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software 2.1 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. 2.2 Insert the CD into your computer. Th...
Page 15 - Verifying Hardware Connections
11 11 se ct io n Connecting and Configuring your Router 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 2.7 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 2.8 Naming your Wireless NetworkThe Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifie...
Page 16 - Congratulations; Troubleshooting
12 12 Connecting and Configuring your Router Congratulations You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet. You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any website. You can use the Setup Assist...
Page 17 - Manually Configuring your Router; Understanding the Web-Based User Interface; Using Web-Based Manager
13 13 se ct io n Manually Configuring your Router 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Understanding the Web-Based User Interface The home page shows you a quick view of the Router’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page. Using Web-Based Manager Once your host PC is properly...
Page 18 - Internet Status Indicator
14 14 Manually Configuring your Router 5. Internet Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, showing the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “connection OK” in GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the Router is not connected to the In...
Page 19 - Changing LAN Settings; LAN Settings
15 15 Manually Configuring your Router Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (A) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here...
Page 20 - DHCP Server; IP Pool; DHCP Client List
16 16 Manually Configuring your Router DHCP Server The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so, you must ...
Page 21 - Internet WAN
17 17 Manually Configuring your Router 11 Internet WAN The “Internet WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable of connecting to virtually any ADSL Service Provider’s system provided you have correctly configured the Router...
Page 22 - Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA
18 18 Manually Configuring your Router 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...
Page 23 - — Select your encapsulation type (supplied by your ISP) to
19 19 Manually Configuring your Router 5. VPI/VCI — Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP). 6. Encapsulation — Select your encapsulation type (supplied by your ISP) to specify how to handle multiple protocols at the ATM tr...
Page 24 - IP Assigned by ISP
20 20 Manually Configuring your Router 1. IP Assigned by ISP — Leave “Yes” if your ISP automatically assigns an IP address. If your ISP assigned a fixed IP address, select “No” and enter assigned values. 2. VPI/VCI — Enter your VPI and VCI parameter here. These identifiers are assigned by your ISP. ...
Page 26 - Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client
22 22 Manually Configuring your Router Using DDNS (Dynamic DNS) The DDNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org ...
Page 27 - Wireless; Channel and SSID
23 23 Manually Configuring your Router Wireless The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab, you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, and encryption security settings. Channel and SSID 1. Changing the Wireless Network N...
Page 28 - Using the Wireless Mode Switch
24 24 Manually Configuring your Router 3. Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “Mixed (11b+11g)”, “11g Only”, and “11b Only”. The different modes are explained below. Mixed (11b+11g) Mode In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802...
Page 29 - Securing your Wi-Fi Network
25 25 Manually Configuring your Router Encryption/Security 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 section is intended for the home, home-office, and small-office user. At t...
Page 30 - Encryption Keys
26 26 Manually Configuring your Router 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 length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardwar...
Page 31 - WPA2 Requirements
27 27 Manually Configuring your Router the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment. WPA (with 802.1x radius server) With this system, a radius server distributes the network key to the clients automatically. This is typically found ...
Page 32 - Using a Hexadecimal Key
28 28 Manually Configuring your Router 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 2-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 2-digit numbers. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit keyC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit...
Page 33 - If you are configuring the Wireless Router from a computer with a
29 29 Manually Configuring your Router 3. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the Router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings. WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless Router from a computer with a w...
Page 34 - Enter the radius key into the “Secret Key” field.
30 30 Manually Configuring your Router 4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings. Setting WPA/WPA2 (with radius server) SettingsIf your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients, use this setting. 1. From the “Allowed Client Type” d...
Page 35 - the correct settings to get proper connection to the Router.
31 31 Manually Configuring your Router Note: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to the Router. Configuring your Belkin Wireless G Network Cards to Use Security Note: This section provides information on how to config...
Page 36 - A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0 –9. For
32 32 Manually Configuring your Router 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. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 keys. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your Router. 6. Click “OK” to save the setti...
Page 37 - Click “OK” to save the settings.
33 33 Manually Configuring your Router 5. Click “OK” to save the settings. Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires WPA (with radius server)1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and conf...
Page 39 - Wireless Range Extension and Bridging; What is a Wireless Bridge?
35 35 Manually Configuring your Router Note: Select “WPA” if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Consult your network administrator for further information. 6. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”. Th...
Page 40 - proceed to the next step.
36 36 Manually Configuring your Router Setting up a Bridge Between your Router and a Secondary Access Point Bridging your Belkin Router to a secondary access point requires that you access the Router’s Advanced Setup Utility and enter the MAC address of the access point in the appropriate area. Ther...
Page 41 - point. When you have typed in the address, click “Apply Changes”.; Firewall
37 37 Manually Configuring your Router 8. In the field named “AP1” (3), type in the MAC address of your secondary access point. When you have typed in the address, click “Apply Changes”. 9. Bridging is now set up. Note: It may take up to a minute for the bridged connection to properly establish itse...
Page 42 - Virtual Servers
38 38 Manually Configuring your Router Virtual Servers Virtual servers allow you to route external (Internet) calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications, through your Router to your internal network. Since your internal computers are protected by a...
Page 43 - Access Control
39 39 Manually Configuring your Router Access Control Access control allows users to define the outgoing traffic permitted or denied access through the WAN interface. The default is to permit all outgoing traffic. To configure restrictive access to your computers, do the following: 1. Click “Add PC”...
Page 44 - Schedule Rule
40 40 Manually Configuring your Router Schedule Rule You may filter Internet access for local clients based on rules. Each access control rule may be activated at a scheduled time. Define the schedule on the “Schedule Rule”, and apply the rule on the “Access Control” page. 3. To configure the schedu...
Page 45 - Setting MAC-Address Filtering
41 41 Manually Configuring your Router Setting MAC-Address Filtering The MAC-address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied acce...
Page 46 - Blocking an ICMP Ping
42 42 Manually Configuring your Router To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field and select “Enable”. Click “Apply Changes” for the change to take effect. If you are using multiple static WAN IP addresses, it is possible to select to which WAN IP address t...
Page 47 - Utilities; Restart Router
43 43 Manually Configuring your Router Utilities The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions. Restart Router At times it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebootin...
Page 48 - Saving/Backing up Current Settings
44 44 Manually Configuring your Router 1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button. 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK” to restore factory defaults. Saving/Backing up Current Settings You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to r...
Page 49 - Restore Previous Settings
45 45 Manually Configuring your Router Restore Previous Settings 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. Locate the configuration file, “config.bin”, and double-cli...
Page 50 - firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”.
46 46 Manually Configuring your Router 3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”. Updating the Router’s Firmware1. In the “Firmware Update...
Page 51 - You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”.
47 47 Manually Configuring your Router 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 the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted. Click...
Page 52 - Setting or Changing the Administrator Password
48 48 Manually Configuring your Router Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if you need to l...
Page 53 - Enabling Remote Management
49 49 Manually Configuring your Router Enabling Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings from anywhere on the Internet.There are two metho...
Page 54 - Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
50 50 Manually Configuring your Router Enabling/Disabling Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) UPnP is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant.So...
Page 55 - Manually Configuring Network Adapters; adapter and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu.
51 51 Manually Configuring Network Adapters Windows XP, 2000, or NT1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”. 2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon (Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP). 3. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with your n...
Page 57 - computer to obtain an IP address from the Router.
53 53 Manually Configuring Network Adapters 3. Next to “Configure” (2) [Designer: pls callout (2) in the screenshot above], if “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this inf...
Page 58 - If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to
54 54 Manually Configuring Network Adapters 2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu. 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the “Network” menu. (1) 4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should see “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check...
Page 59 - Recommended Web Browser Settings; Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.
55 55 Recommended Web Browser Settings In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section. Micr...
Page 60 - “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection to the Internet”.
56 56 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 61 - The ADSL LED is not on.
57 57 Troubleshooting Problem: The ADSL LED is not on. Solution: 1. Check the connection between the Router and ADSL line. Make sure the cable from the ADSL line is connected to the port on the Router labeled “DSL Line”. 2. Make sure the Router has power. The [Insert: Power Icon] Power LED on the fr...
Page 62 - My wireless PC cannot connect to the Router.
58 58 Troubleshooting Problem: My wireless PC cannot connect to the Router. Solution: 1. Make sure the wireless PC has the same SSID settings as the Router, and you have the same security settings on the clients such as WPA or WEP encryption. 2. Make sure the distance between the Router and wireless...
Page 64 - How do I extend the range of my wireless network?
60 60 Troubleshooting Solution: Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions ...
Page 65 - “Security” tab to get to the security settings page.
61 61 Troubleshooting coverage area of your wireless network. An access point is typically placed in the area not currently covered by your wireless router, and connected to the router using either an Ethernet cable, or through your home’s power lines using two powerline Ethernet adapters. • For 802...
Page 66 - Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit encryption
62 62 Troubleshooting Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Please check your Apple AirPort product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit en...
Page 67 - Do Belkin products support WPA?
63 63 Troubleshooting Problem: Do Belkin products support WPA? Solution: Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only ...
Page 68 - setting. This is typically used in a business environment.
64 64 Troubleshooting setting. This is typically used in a business environment. 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA (with 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 the IP addres...
Page 69 - “Available networks” list and click the “Properties” button.
65 65 Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Card for a business. Solution: 1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. 2. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and config...
Page 70 - identical to the wireless router or access point that you set up.
66 66 Troubleshooting 2. Right-clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen. Ensure the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box is checked. 3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button.4. For a home or small business user, select...
Page 71 - Wireless Comparison Chart
67 67 Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Wireless Technology 802.11b G ( 802.11g) G Plus ( 802.11g with HSM ) G Plus 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 spe...
Page 72 - Technical-Support Information
68 68 Technical-Support Information Free Tech Support* *National call rates may apply www.belkin.com 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 l...
Page 78 - Avoid Obstacles and Interference
74 74 Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and Setup Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at its maximum effectiveness, this checklist m...
Page 79 - Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
75 75 Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and Setup phone to channel 1 and move your wireless router (or access point) to channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone. 4. Choose the “Quietest” Channe...
Page 81 - Information; FCC Statement; DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR
77 77 Information FCC Statement 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 minim...
Page 82 - Modifications
78 78 Information Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this devi...
Page 83 - EC Declaration of Conformity; Declaration
79 79 Information d of c f5d7632 EC Declaration of Conformity to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC Manufacturer : BELKIN LTD, EXPRESS BUSINESS PARK, SHIPTON WAY ,RUSHDEN NN10 6GL ENGLAND Representative : Be lkin Ltd (residing in the EC holding the TCF) Product / Apparatus : ADSL Modem/Wireless G Router ...
Page 85 - Restricted Use in Certain Countries
81 81 Information International, Inc., Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment. The cost, if any, of shipping the equipment to and from such repair facility and of such estimate shall be borne solely by the ...
Page 86 - Wireless G Router
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