Belkin F5D8233-4 - Manuals

3 Introduction Introduction Placement of your N Wireless Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wirel...

Introduction Introduction 4 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators• Washers and/or dry...

Introduction Introduction 6 Introduction 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New ...

7 Product Overview 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 N Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac ® Comput...

Product Overview 8 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 se ct io n Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch The Router has a built-in, four-port network switch to allow your wired computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the ...

Product Overview Integrated N Wireless Access Point N MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE 802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 300Mbps.* Actual throughput is typically lower ...

Package Contents • Belkin N Wireless Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • RJ45 Ether net Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless Security Setup Guide System Requirements • Broadband Inter ne...

11 Knowing your Router Knowing your Router 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 Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONTof the Router to provide you with information about netw...

Knowing your Router 12 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 D. Router/Power Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon becomes a ...

13 Knowing your Router Knowing your Router G. Push Button - White This button is set aside for future upgradeable features. Please check for the latest firmware updates at www.belkin.com/support. H. Connections to Wired Computers - Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. The...

Knowing your Router 14 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 J. 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 factory d...

15 Connecting and Configuring your Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin N Wireless Router • RJ45 Ether net Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless...

Connecting and Configuring your Router 16 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 1 Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) A. Unplug your modem’s power cord. Put the Router next to the modem. Raise the Router’s antennas. B. Locate the networking cable that connects your modem ...

17 Connecting and Configuring your Router Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 2 Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software A. Shut down any programs thatare running on your computerat this time. Tur n off any firewall orInter net-connection-sharing software on your computer. B. Ins...

Connecting and Configuring your Router 18 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the ...

19 Connecting and Configuring your Router Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identif...

Connecting and Configuring your Router 20 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1.4 Requesting Inter net Account Info (if needed) If your Inter net account requiresa login and password, you willbe prompted with a screen similar to the one on the left. Selectyour country or ISP from thedrop-down boxes. 1.5...

21 Connecting and Configuring your Router Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.6 Checking Inter net Connection We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Inter net. Congratulations You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see the Congratula...

Connecting and Configuring your Router 22 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions. Congratulations Once you have verified...

23 Alternate Setup Method Step 1 Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from theprevious section. Step 2 Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configur...

Alternate Setup Method 24 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Logging into the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to the Router’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button or cli...

Alternate Setup Method 26 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5. Internet-Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “Connected” in blue, the Router is connected to the Inter net. When the Router is not c...

27 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 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 is capable of connecting to virtually an...

Alternate Setup Method 28 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 clicking “Next” (2) . (1)

29 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 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 cases is enough to complete the connectio...

Alternate Setup Method 30 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 your IP address, subnet mask, and I...

31 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 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 an Inter net connection in your home or ...

33 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 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 common in European countries. This sets u...

Alternate Setup Method 34 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 6. My Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 7. Default Gateway Provided by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection ID (default gateway), leave this blank. 8. Disconnect after X.... The “Disconnect” feature i...

35 Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method 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 drop-down menu (6) will automatically fil...

Alternate Setup Method 36 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. User Decide Login Server Manually If your login server IP address is not available in the “Select Your State” drop-down menu (1) , you may manually enter the login server IP address by placing a check in the box next to “User decide login ...

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 Internet Service Provider (ISP) may record the MAC address of your computer’s adapter and only let that particular comput...

Using your Internet 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 “http://” or “www”) then press the“Enter” key. You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. Viewing the LAN Settings Cl...

39 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is “...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 40 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if neces...

41 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of the computer, the host name (2) (if th...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 42 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of the Router is “Belkin N Wireless” followed by six dig...

43 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose—in the United States, there are 11 and in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe), there are 13. In a small numb...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 44 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using the Bandwidth Switch This switch allows you to set the Router’s wireless bandwidth modes. There are several modes available: 1) 20MHz only Setting the Router to this mode allows only 20MHz operation. This mode is co...

45 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 SSID. Doing so will keep your network name h...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 46 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 WPA2 Requirements IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers and wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver, and client utility software that supported WPA2. At the time of this User ...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 48 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 IMPORTANT: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to the Router. Setting WPA Security Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards ...

49 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA-PSK 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA/WPA-Personal (PSK)”. 2. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have to be identical on the clients that yo...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 50 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting WEP Encryption Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple ® AirPort ® . To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next s...

51 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are 10 digits long and can be divided into five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 26 digits long an...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 52 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing fe...

53 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting MAC Address Control The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only to wireless comput...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 54 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting up an Allow Access List 1. Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers allowed to connect to the wireless network. 2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3) , type in th...

55 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of ...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 56 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route exter nal (Inter net) calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through yo...

57 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Inter net, email, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 58 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the firewall is causing problems with an application ...

59 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using Dynamic DNS The Dynamic DNS 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...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 60 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Blocking an ICMP Ping Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on the Inter net. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that ...

61 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 any of your configuration settings. Resta...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 62 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 you restore all of the default...

63 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Saving a Current Configuration You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or changed. It is recommende...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 64 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click “Close”. The configuration is now saved. Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 1. Cli...

65 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”. 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 4. A 60-second countdown wil...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 66 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmwa...

67 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below: 1. To download the new version of firm...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 68 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Updating the Router’s Firmware 1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. 2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select...

69 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”. 4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”. 5. You will se...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 70 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Changing System Settings The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and tur n on and off the NAT function of the Router. Setting or Changin...

71 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 global Inter net. The synchroni...

Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 72 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Advanced Feature: The “Remote Access Port” option allows you to configure the desired “Remote Access Port for Remote Management” feature. The default access port is set to port 80. Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address ...

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 Router has been set up to connect to the Inter net. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 1. Pull down the Apple menu. S...

75 Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings 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 “Built-in Ether net” (2) next to “Show” in the Network men...

Manually Configuring Network Settings 76 Manually Configuring Network Settings se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Manually Configuring Network Settings 4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3) . Next to “Configure” (4) , you should see “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to make su...

Manually Configuring Network Settings 78 Manually Configuring Network Settings se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me 1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu...

79 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 Inter net or the advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section. Micros...

Recommended Web Browser Settings 80 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in the “Inter net Options...

81 Troubleshooting Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start. If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. 1. If the Setup Assistant Welcome screen does not appear within 15-2...

Troubleshooting 82 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s “router”LED is on; it should be solid BLUE. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the Router and plugged in...

83 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Router is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking. If you cannot connect to the Inter net, and the “modem” LED is off, and...

Troubleshooting 84 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Router is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking. 1. If you cannot connect to the Inter net, the “modem” L...

85 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Router is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid. 1. If the “modem” LED is blinking, and the “inter net” LED is solid, but you are u...

Troubleshooting 86 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly. 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 a Belkin Router, the lights should be as foll...

87 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed. If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” ...

Troubleshooting 88 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 • My wireless network performance is inconsistent. • Data transfer is sometimes slow. • Signal strength is poor. • Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means...

89 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Belkin Router.1. Log into your Router. Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Router. (The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your Router by clicking on the “Lo...

91 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2?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 wit...

93 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network and I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a...

95 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart W ir e le ss Te c h n o lo g y G (8 02 .1 1g ) G P lu s M IM O (8 02 .1 1g w it h M IM O M R C ) N M IM O (d ra ft 8 02 .1 1n w it h M IM O ) N 1 M IM O (d ra ft 8 02 .1 1n w it h M IM O ) S p e e d / D a ta R a te * Up to 54Mbps* U...

Troubleshooting 96 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263...

97 Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Inter national, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8233-4 to which this declaration relates, complies with Pa...

Information 98 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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) Th...

99 Information Information Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime 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, or workmanship....

Information 100 se ct io n 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the d...