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    N1 Wireless Router User Manual F5D8231-4
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    51 Using the Access Point Mode 53 Setting MAC Address Control 54 Configuring the Firewall 56 Using Dynamic DNS 60 Utilities 61 Restarting the Router 62 Updating the Firmware 67 7. Manually Configuring Network Settings 75 8. Recommended Web Browser Settings 80 9. Troubleshooting 82 10
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    . Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled "Placement of your N1 Wireless Router" on the next page. 3 By following our simple setup instructions you will be able to use your Belkin Home Network to: 4 • Share one high-speed
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    limit. Belkin's N1 MIMO helps traffic move at the speed limit and opens more lanes-to become the superhighway in this example. The rate of traffic flow is multiplied by the number of lanes that are opened. Placement of your N1 Wireless Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless
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    feet from the Router in order to see 2 if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 3 Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning
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    included with your wireless network card. See your network card's user guide for more information. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. 4
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    often used to 3 connect remotely to an office network • The "Bring Your Own Access" program from America Online (AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by 4 another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites 5 • Many commercial websites that require a user name and
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    computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin N1 Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux®, Windows
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    IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is 9 no need for a complicated networking setup. Setup Assistant 10 The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin's renowned Easy Install Wizard, takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines
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    Product Overview Integrated N1 Wireless Access Point N1 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
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    Router 1 Package Contents • Belkin N1 Wireless Router 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD 3 • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply 4 • User Manual • Network Status Display Guide 5 • Wireless Security Setup Guide System Requirements 6 • Broadband
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    OFF Solid Blue Wireless security is off Wireless security is on B. Wireless-Computer Status OFF Wireless computer is not present Solid Blue Wireless computer is connected to the Router Blinking Amber Problem with wireless computer connecting properly to the Router C. Wired-Computer Status
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    4 Solid Blue Router is on and ready 5 E. Wireless Status 6 OFF Wireless is off Solid Blue Wireless is on 7 F. Modem Status 8 This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected. OFF Router is NOT connected
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    Knowing your Router (L) (H) (I) (J) (K) H. Connections to Wired Computers - Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4,
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    . You can also restore the factory default settings by using the "Reset" button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have 3 forgotten your custom password. i. Resetting the Router 4 Push and release the "Reset" button. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The "Power
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    following: • Belkin N1 Wireless Router • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless Security Setup Guide Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems
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    Installation Guide (QIG) 2 A. Unplug your modem's power cord. Put the Router next 3 to the modem. Raise the Router's antennas. 4 5 B. Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and 6 computer. Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into any gray port
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    appear on your computer's screen within 15 seconds. Click on "Go" to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions there. IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from Step 1 - B. Select your language of choice and click "Go" to run the
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router Select your country and click "Begin". 1 2 3 4 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG 5 steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click "Next" to continue. 6 7 8 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you
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    needed to complete the Router's connection to the Internet. 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 Identifier (SSID). This
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    -down boxes. 4 1.5 Configuring the Router The Setup Assistant will now 5 configure your Router by sending data to the Router 6 and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. 7 Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting. 8 Doing so
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    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 Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting 1 Other Computers This optional step will help you 2 to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen 3 instructions. 4 Congratulations Once you have verified that
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    Installation Guide (QIG) See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section. Step 2 Set your Computer's Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User Manual called "Manually Configuring Network Settings" for directions. Step 3 Configuring the Router
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    . The Router ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the see the section in this manual titled "Changing the Login Time access the Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Router's status and settings. All advanced setup
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    to the Internet, the indicator will read "No Connection" in RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the Router. 4. Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one button. When you are logged into the
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    link on the left side of the screen. 9. Version Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router. 10. Page Name The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User Manual will sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance "LAN > LAN
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    Alternate Setup Method Step 4 Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) 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 ISP's system provided you
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    section Alternate Setup Method 1 Setting your Connection Type From the "Connection Type" page, you can select the type of connection you use. Select the type of connection you
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    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 ISP. Some dynamic connections may require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally connected to the modem. 1. Host
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    Alternate Setup Method 1 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 2 need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This
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    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 Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service and password, which is required to connect to the Internet. 2) Your ISP gave you software
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    Internet connection including disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access, and problems with Internet applications working properly. 5. Disconnect after X... The "Disconnect" feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified
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    account name here. 2. PPTP Password Type in your password and retype it into the "Retype Password" box to confirm it. 3. Host Name Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here. 4. Service IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here. 5. My IP Address Provided by your ISP
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    section Alternate Setup Method 1 6. My Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 7. Connection ID (optional) 2 to this option and entering "5" into the minute field will cause the Router 5 to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity.
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    be filled in with an IP address. If for some reason this address does not match the address that Telstra has given, you can manually enter the login server address. See "User decide login server manually" (4). 2. User Name Provided by your ISP. Type in your user name here. 3. Password Type in your
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    Alternate Setup Method section 1 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 2 server IP address by placing a check in the box next to "User decide login server manually"
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    Alternate Setup Method 5. IP Address Enter the IP address that your ISP has assigned to you. 6. Subnet Resource Locaters (URLs) like "www.belkin.com" to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router. The "Automatic from ISP" box
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    section Alternate Setup Method 1 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 2 Provider (ISP) may record the MAC address of your computer's
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    User Interface 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
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    The "IP address" is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is "192.168.2.1". To access the advanced setup 9 interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. This address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, 10 type in the new IP address
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    you have set any of the other advanced features of the Router such as DMZ or client IP filters, these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change. 6. Local Domain Name The default setting is "Belkin". You can set a local domain name (network name) for
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    10 The "Wireless" tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and configure the Router to be used as an access point. section 41
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    network, a name called the SSID is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of the Router is "Belkin N1 Wireless" followed by six digits that are unique to your Router. Your network name will look something like "Belkin_N1_Wireless_123456". You can change this to anything you
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    5 Note: Some modes may require firmware updates to be enabled. 1) 802.11b+g+n 6 Setting the Router to this mode will allow 802.11b-, 802.11g-, and 802.11n-compliant devices to join the network. 7 2) Off This mode will turn OFF the Router's access point, so no wireless 8 devices can join the
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    802.11n wireless network. 3) 20MHz/40MHz Auto Setting the Router to this mode allows it to switch automatically between 20MHz and 40MHz operation. This mode enables 40MHz operation, to maximize speed for N1, draft 802.11n-compliant devices when conditions permit. When a legacy 802.11g access point
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    ensure N1 wireless performance is not affected. 9 Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi 10 Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2™) and the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your Router also supports the
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    shown below. Enter the client's PIN into the Router's internal registrar (accessed through this GUI). The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled. 2. Personal Identification Number
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    IMPORTANT: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client cards/adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver. Most of the Belkin wireless cards have driver updates available for download from the Belkin support site: www.belkin.com/networking. 47
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    to the clients automatically. This guide will focus on WPA2-Personal (PSK) usage. Please refer to the User Manual for more information about wireless security and different types of wireless security. 1. After you've set up your Router, go to the "Security" page under "Wireless" and select "WPA/WPA2
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    To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual 10 was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free download. This patch works only with Windows XP. Your Router supports WPA-PSK (no server). WPA
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA-PSK 1. From the "Security Mode" drop-down menu, select "WPA-PSK (no 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 your pre-shared key. This can
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    . 3 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your WEP key manually by typing in the hex values in the space 4 provided, or you can type 7 8 9 10 3. Encryption in the Router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with
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    and 0-9. You will use this key to program the encryption settings on your Router and your wireless computers. 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 product to see which
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    as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature 3 and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, the Router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to. The default IP address
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    be configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client (computer) to which you want to allow network access. The "Block" feature lets you turn
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    (2) to begin setting up a list of computers to be denied access to the wireless network. 2. Next, in the "MAC Address" field that is blank (3), type in the 8 MAC address of the wireless computer to which you want to deny access to the wireless network. 9 3. Continue to do this until all of the
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    • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of Service (DoS) • IP with zero length • Smurf Attack • TCP Null Scan • SYN flood • UDP flooding • Tear Drop Attack • ICMP defect • RIP defect • Fragment flooding The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks. These
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    To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal (server) machine, the port(s) required to pass (use a comma between multiple ports), select the port type (TCP or UDP), and click "Apply Changes". You can only pass one port per internal IP address. Opening ports
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    Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific access to a single computer for example, enter the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1). Next, enter "80" in both the port
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    firewall. This may be necessary if the 2 firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application. multiple static WAN IP addresses, it is possible to select which WAN IP address the DMZ host will be directed to. Type in the WAN IP address you wish the
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    , file server, or to make it easy to access your home PC and stored files while you're at work. Using the service can ensure that your host name always points to your IP address, no matter how often your ISP changes it. When your IP address changes, your friends and associates can always locate you
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    use what is known as "pinging" to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address 2 and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. The Router 3 can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the
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    turn off the power to the Router during the restart. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router will be restarted. The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation
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    restart. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router's defaults will be restored. The Router home page should appear automatically. If it does not, type in the Router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 63
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    are lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current configuration before performing a firmware update. 1. Click "Save". A window called "File Download" will open. Click "Save". 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file
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    now saved. 4 5 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 6 7 8 9 1. Click "Browse". A window will open that allows you to select 10 the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a ".cfg". Locate
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    . Click "OK". 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router's configuration will be restored. The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 66
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    release new versions of the Router's firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to 2 problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and 3 update your Router's firmware to the latest version
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    similar to the one below: 1. To download the new version of firmware, click "Download". 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to locate the
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    window. 2 Click "Close". The download of the 3 firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps 4 in "Updating the Router's Firmware". 5 Updating the Router's Firmware 6 1. In the "Firmware Update" page, click 7 "Browse". A window will open that allows you to
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    . Click "OK". 6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router firmware update will be complete. The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 70
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    5 that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management feature of your Router. 6 7 8 9 Changing the Login Time-Out Setting 10 The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you can be logged into the Router's advanced setup interface. The timer starts
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    the IP address you know you will be accessing the Router from in the space provided and select "Only this IP address can remotely manage the Router". Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that you set your administrator password. Leaving the password empty will potentially open
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    The default access port is set to port 80. 2 3 4 5 Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation) 6 Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. 7 Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation
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    check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Router's advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to download the new version or ignore it
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    cable or DSL modem 1 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 2 to the Internet. Manually ". This will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router. section 5. Close the window. If you made
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    Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X 1. Click on the "System Preferences" icon. 2. Select "Network" (1) from the "System Preferences" menu. 3. Select "Built-in Ethernet" (2) next to "Show" in the Network menu. (1) (5) (2) (3) (4) 76
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    selected. If it is, you will need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. 3 5. 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
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    Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP 1. Click "Start (2) (3) 5. If "Use the following IP address" (2) is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information the table below. You will need
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    Network Neighborhood" and select 2 "Properties" from the drop-down menu. 2. Select "TCP/IP Settings" for your installed network adapter. You 3 will see the following window. (3) 4 (1) (2) 5 6 7 8 3. If "Specify an IP address" is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static
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    changes to your web browser's settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the advanced web-based user interface, then change "Dial whenever a network connection is not present", and "Always dial my default connection". If you can make a selection, select "Never dial a connection".
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    Recommended Web Browser Settings 1 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 2 click "OK" again in the "Internet Options" page. 3 4 5 6 7 8
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    not able to find the Router during the installation process, please check the following items: 1. If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of
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    "Manually Configuring Network Settings" for installation steps. 7 Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet 8 If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items: 9 1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Setup
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    , and the "internet" LED is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and Router are not connected properly. 1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Router is connected. The cable should be connected at one end to the Router's "to Modem" port, and at the other end to the network
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    blinking, the problem may be that your connection type may not match the ISP's connection. 4 2. If you have a "static IP address" connection, your ISP must assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Please refer to the section entitled "Alternate Setup Method" for 5 details
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    turned on. 3. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet access. If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall software, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 86
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    on. • The "radio wave" LED above the "router" LED should be on. 4 • The "modem" light should be on, and not blinking. • The "internet" LED should be on, and not blinking. 5 • The "Wireless" light should be on, not blinking. 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the
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    ", you may have a range or interference problem. Please see the suggestions discussed in the section titled "Placement of your N1 Wireless Router" of this User Manual. 2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that "Broadcast SSID" is
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    default channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11; you may choose from several other 9 channels depending on your region. See the section on page 43 entitled "Changing the Wireless Channel" for instructions Panel, open "Network Connections" and double-click on your wireless card's
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    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 "Login" button in the
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    to match the key you assign to your Router. For example: C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key 8. Click "OK", and then "Apply" to save the settings. If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the manufacturer's user manual for that wireless client card. section 91
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    enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support for the following products: F5D7000, F5D7001, F5D7010, F5D7011, F5D7230-4, F5D7231-4, F5D7130 I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on my Belkin Router for
  • Belkin F5D8231-4 | User Manual - Page 97
    Troubleshooting 1 I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network. Clients must use the same key that the Router uses. For instance, if 2 the key is "Smith Family Network Key" in the Router, the clients must also
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    . If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called "Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access" is available for free download. Download the patch from Microsoft by searching the
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    Troubleshooting section 1 3. Under the "Wireless to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as This setting will have to be identical to the Router that you set up. 10 6. Type in and draft 802.11n? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards,
  • Belkin F5D8231-4 | User Manual - Page 100
    Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart G (802.11g) G Plus (802.11g with HSM) G Plus MIMO (802.11g with MIMO MRC) N1 MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) 802.11b Wireless This Router is compatible with products based on the same version of the draft 802.11n specifications, and may require a software
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    Troubleshooting 1 Technical Support You can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/ networking. If you want to contact technical support by phone, 2 please call: US: 877-736-5771 3 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 4 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800
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    , Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8231-4 to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
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    that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may 2 void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) 3 The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class
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    information: a. The part number of the Belkin product. b. Where you purchased the product. c. When you purchased the product. d. Copy of original receipt. 2. Your Belkin Customer Service Representative will then instruct you on how to forward your receipt and Belkin product and how to proceed with
  • Belkin F5D8231-4 | User Manual - Page 105
    review the damaged Belkin product. All costs of 1 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 2 to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT
  • Belkin F5D8231-4 | User Manual - Page 106
    N1 Wireless Router Belkin Tech Support US: 877-736-5771 800-233-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 65 64857620 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Belkin International, Inc. 501 West Walnut Street Los Angeles, CA 90220,
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F5D8231-4
N1 Wireless
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