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    User Manual
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    Access Point Mode 61 Setting MAC Address Control 62 Configuring the Firewall 64 Using Dynamic DNS 68 Utilities 69 Restarting the N1 Vision 70 Updating the Firmware 75 9. Manually Configuring Network Settings 83 10. Recommended Web Browser Settings 88 11. Troubleshooting 90 12. Information
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    completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled "Placement of your N1 Wireless N1 Vision" on the next 3 page. By following our simple setup instructions you will be able to use your Belkin Home Network to: 4 • Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in
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    with MIMO (N1 MIMO) Your Belkin Vision wireless router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N1 MIMO complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems
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    from the N1 Vision 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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    change the phone to channel 1 and move your N1 Vision 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" Channel for your Wireless Network In locations where homes or offices are close
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    difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues. 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 800-223-5546 ext
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    your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin N1 Vision an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers The N1 Vision supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® X v10.4; Windows® 2000, XP, or VistaTM
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    no need for a complicated networking setup. Belkin Troubleshooting Assistant CD 10 The Troubleshooting Assistant software takes the guesswork out of setting up your N1 Vision. This software automatically determines your network settings for you and sets up the N1 Vision for connection to your
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    N1 Wireless Access Point N1 MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE 802.11n specification. It employs MIMO of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every computer has its own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into
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    section Knowing your N1 Vision 1 Package Contents • Belkin N1 Vision 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Assistant CD with User Manual 3 • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply 4 System Requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem 5 with RJ45 (
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    The N1 Vision has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the BACK of the N1 Vision for better organization and utility. The N1 Vision's interactive display is easily visible on the FRONT of the N1 Vision to provide you with information about network activity
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    The interactive display is on the front of the N1 Vision, which indicates which features are in operation. 2 B. 4-Way Keypad 3 most screens in the interactive display, the "OK" button will activate the desired feature. 6 D. Menu Button 7 Pushing this button will take you back to the
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    Knowing your N1 Vision (H) (G) (F) (E) 12
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    custom password. 9 i. Resetting the N1 Vision 10 Push and release the "Reset" button. The lights on the N1 Vision will momentarily flash. The "Power/Ready" light will begin to blink. When the "Power/Ready" light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. ii. Restoring the Factory Defaults
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    Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin N1 Vision Wireless N1 Vision • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Assistant CD with User Manual • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet
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    and Configuring your N1 Vision Step 1 Hardware Connections - Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) modem router back of computer WWW 6 WAN routersetup 7 LAN 23 4 2 34 1 15 existing cable new cable from package 11 12 22 23 33 11 . Plug the power supply into the w43all
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    Connecting and Configuring your N1 Vision Step 2 Set Up the N1 Vision - Using the Plug-and-Play Router Setup A. Open a web browser on that computer. The Belkin Router Setup Wizard should appear automatically. If it doesn't, enter "router setup" into the webaddress field and press the "Enter" key on
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    Belkin N1 Vision and can begin surfing 10 by opening another browser and going to any website. You may also choose to change your network name, set up a wireless security key, or enable the guest mode from this screen. Options 1. Network Name - This is the name of the N1 Vision. 2. Network
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    in help guides and tips for troubleshooting. Startup Screen Once the N1 Vision has been plugged in, the "Startup" screen will appear to indicate that the N1 Vision is currently in the boot-up state. Information Screens After the N1 Vision has finished starting up and the Plug-and-Play Router Setup
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    properly 8 Blinking White Problem with modem (such as boot failure, etc.) 9 3. N1 Vision (Router) Wireless State 10 This icon indicates whether or not wireless is enabled. N1 Vision showing wireless connection (with curved-lines illustration) N1 Vision is ON with wireless enabled and ready
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    are any wireless connections present. OFF Wireless device is not present Solid White Wireless device(s) is connected to the N1 Vision 6. Security This icon indicates wireless security. OFF Wireless security is OFF Solid White Wireless security is ON B. Broadband Download Speedometer This
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    all devices currently connected to the N1 5 Vision and their broadband usage over a period of 24 hours. 6 7 F. Guest Access Status This screen indicates whether 8 Guest Access is enabled or disabled. For more information on the Guest-Access feature, please 9 see the "Using the Web
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    "Menu" button to open the display's Menu options. The Menu option allows you to enable features within the N1 Vision. The following outlines the details of each feature within the Menu section. A. Wireless Security Select Wireless Security by pressing the "OK" button to view these options. From the
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    N1 Vision Vision. You will need to push the WPS button in your computer or 6 device within two minutes. 7 B. Help and Tips 8 Select this option for additional information. 9 10 C. Power Save Select this option to conserve the display's power or if you prefer to turn off graphics. When power
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    N1 Vision Troubleshooting Assistant CD Belkin has provided our Assistant software to make installing your N1 Vision a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your N1 Vision you must use the "Alternate Setup Method" section in this User Manual to configure your N1 Vision. Additionally, if you are
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    your N1 Vision Select your language of choice and 1 click "Go" to run the Troubleshooting Assistant. 2 Note for Windows Users: If the Troubleshooting Assistant does 3 not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from "My Computer" and double-click on the 4 file named "Setup.exe
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    to complete the N1 Vision's connection to the Internet. 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Troubleshooting Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network The Troubleshooting Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier
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    . 4 1.5 Configuring the N1 Vision The Troubleshooting Assistant will 5 now configure your N1 Vision by sending data to the N1 Vision 6 and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. 7 Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the N1 Vision while the N1 Vision is rebooting
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    installing your new Belkin N1 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 Troubleshooting Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to connect
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    section Connecting and Configuring your N1 Vision 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
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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 N1 Vision
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    take you to the login screen. The N1 Vision ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the "Submit" button to log in. 4 5 6 7 Logging out of the N1 Vision 8 One computer at a time can log into the N1 Vision for the purposes of making changes to
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    Alternate Setup Method (2) (5) (4) (3) (10) (9) (6) (1) (7) (8) 1. Quick-Navigation Links You can go directly to any of the N1 Vision's automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the N1 Vision. 4. Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the N1 Vision with
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    the screen. 7 7. Features Shows the status of the N1 Vision's NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Changes can be made firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the N1 Vision. 10. Page Name The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User Manual
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    The "Internet/WAN" tab is where you will set up your N1 Vision to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The N1 Vision is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP's system provided you have correctly configured the N1 Vision's settings for your ISP's connection type. Your ISP connection
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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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    Method Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection MAC Address If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer's MAC address through this link. (1) (3) (2)
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    Method 1 Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Static IP A static More Than One Static IP Address If your ISP assigns you more than one static IP address, your N1 Vision is capable of handling up to five static WAN IP addresses. 8 Select "My ISP provides more than
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    to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that Your connection type is PPPoE if: 1) Your ISP gave you a user name and password, which is required to connect to the Internet. 2) Your ISP gave you software
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    with your 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 N1 Vision from your ISP when there is no activity for
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    indicator will read "connection OK" if your N1 Vision is set up properly. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) 1. PPTP Account Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here. 2. PPTP Password Type in your password and retype it into the "Retype Password" box to confirm it. 3. Host Name
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    by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection ID, leave this blank. 3 8. Disconnect after X.... The "Disconnect" feature is used to automatically disconnect the 4 N1 Vision from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next
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    box next to "User decide login server manually" (4) and type in the address next to "Login Server" (5). When you have entered all of your information, click "Apply Changes" (6). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read "connection OK" if your N1 Vision is set up properly
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    server located on the Internet that translates 4 Universal 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 N1 Vision. The "Automatic from ISP" box (1) should 5 be checked if your ISP did
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    network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have a unique "serial number" called a MAC address. Your Internet Service service. When you install the N1 Vision, its own MAC address will be "seen" by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Belkin any problems with your network.
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    section Alternate Setup Method Using your Internet browser, you can access the N1 Vision's Web-Based 1 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 2 "Enter" key. 3 You will see the N1 Vision's home
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    is the internal IP address of the N1 Vision. The default IP address is "192.168.2.1". To access the advanced setup interface, type this IP address into need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced feature of your Belkin Router. It is possible to change the subnet mask if necessary;
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    advanced features of the N1 Vision 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 your network. There
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    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 network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and configure the N1 Vision to be
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    of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change. 7 8 9 (1) 10 (2) Note: Please periodically check for new Router firmware updates from the "Utilities > Firmware update" page. Newer firmware can fix problems, add wireless features, and/or improve wireless performance (see
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    is different than the other wireless networks. Using the Wireless Mode Switch This switch allows you to set the N1 Vision's wireless modes. There are several modes. Note: Some modes may require firmware updates to be enabled. 1) 802.11b+g+n Setting the N1 Vision to this mode will allow 802.11b-, 802
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    to 20MHz-only operation might solve some wireless problems. 2) 20MHz/40MHz Auto Setting the N1 Vision 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
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    operating environment. Use protected mode if your network consists of a mix of Belkin N1 Wireless Cards and 802.11g or 802.11b cards on your network. If you are in WEP). Your N1 Vision also supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network. WPS
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    Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to 3 your wireless network. Conceptually, the two methods work as follows: PBC: Push and hold the WPS button located on the back of your N1 4 Vision for three seconds. Then, initiate the WPS procedure on the client device within
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    Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled. 2. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, a wireless client wishing to access your network must supply a 4- or 8-digit PIN to the N1 Vision. After clicking "Enroll", you must start the WPS
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    also need to ensure that all your wireless client 8 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: 9 www.belkin.com/networking. 10 section 55
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    "WPA-PSK", "WPA2-PSK", or "WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK". This setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that you set up. "WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK" mode will allow the N1 Vision to support clients running either WPA or WPA2 security. 4. Enter your pre-shared key (PSK). This can be from eight to
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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 N1 Vision supports WPA-PSK (no server
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    Select "Enable" from the drop-down box. 2. Create a guest network name or leave default as "guest". The name can be 3 to 15 letters or numbers in length. 3. Create a guest password or push the "Generate" button to automatically create this. The password can only be eight letters or numbers in length
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    drop-down menu. 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 7 8 9 10 3. Encryption in the N1 Vision is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the
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    0-9. You will use this key to program the encryption settings on your N1 Vision 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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    work 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 N1 Vision 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
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    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 computers. This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access
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    Deny Access List The "Deny Access" list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT 6 want to access the network. Any computer in the list will not be allowed access to the wireless network. All others will. 7 1. Select the "Deny" radio button (2) to begin setting up a list of computers to be
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    -Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Firewall Your N1 Vision 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
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    for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), 2 or other applications through your N1 Vision to your internal network. Since risk. You can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Client IP Filters The N1 Vision can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. To
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    User Interface 1 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 2 firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application
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    org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org provides this service, for up to Setting up the N1 Vision's Dynamic DNS Update Client You must register with DynDNS.org's free update service before using this feature. Once you
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    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 N1 Vision 3 can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens your
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    not to 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
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    up to 60 seconds. It is important not to turn the power to the Router off during the 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
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    configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings 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
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    section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. When the save is 1 complete, you will see this window. 2 Click "Close". The configuration is 3 now saved. 4 5 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 6 7 8 9 1.
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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. 74
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    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 firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Router's firmware to the latest version. Checking
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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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    see the following 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 N1 Vision's Firmware 6 1. In the "Firmware Update" page, click 7 "Browse". A window will open
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    "OK". 6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the N1 Vision firmware update will be complete. The N1 Vision home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the N1 Vision's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 78
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    that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management feature of your N1 Vision. 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 N1 Vision's advanced setup interface. The timer starts
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    set the clock yourself. Enabling Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin N1 Vision, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management allows you to make changes to your N1 Vision's settings from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of
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    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 (NAT) is the method by which the N1 Vision shares the
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    take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select "Enable" in the "UPnP Enabling" section of the "Utilities" page. Click "Apply Changes" to save the change. Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update This innovation provides the N1 Vision with the built-in capability
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    DSL modem 1 FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your N1 Vision after the N1 Vision has been set up to 2 connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 3 1. Pull down the Apple menu. Select "Control Panels" and select
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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) 84
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    "Connect using PPPoE" is NOT 2 selected. If it is, you will need to configure your N1 Vision for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. 3 5. If "Manually" is selected, your N1 Vision will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in
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    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 network (3) 5. If "Use the following IP address" (2) is selected, your N1 Vision will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write
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    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 N1 Vision will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the
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    any changes to your web browser's settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the advanced web-based user interface, then : "Never dial a connection", "Dial whenever a network connection is not present", and "Always dial my default connection". If you can make a selection, select
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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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    Troubleshooting Manually Configuring Network Settings" (page 83) in this User Manual for an alternative setup method). Assistant software cannot find my N1 Vision. If the Assistant software is not able to find the N1 Vision off. If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you
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    Troubleshooting 2. Unplug power to the N1 Vision for 10 seconds, and then plug 1 the power back into the N1 Vision. Ensure that the N1 Vision's "router" 2 Display is on. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the N1 Vision and plugged into a wall outlet. 3 3. Ensure
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    the N1 Vision. 3. Unplug the power to your N1 Vision, wait 10 seconds, and then reconnect the power. This will cause the N1 Vision to reattempt communication with the modem. If the "modem" icon on the N1 Vision is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 4. Try
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    the section entitled 7 "Alternate Setup Method" for details on changing this setting. 4. You may need to configure your N1 Vision to meet the specific 8 requirements of your ISP. To search our knowledge base for ISP-specific issues, go to: http://web.belkin.com/support and type in "ISP" into
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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. 94
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    Troubleshooting 1 I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 2 1. Look at the lights on your N1 Vision. They should be as follows: 3 • The "router" icon should be on. • The "radio wave"
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    via a network cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that "Broadcast SSID" is enabled. This setting is found on the N1 Vision's wireless "Channel and SSID" configuration page. If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 96
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    channel of your network 8 can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the N1 Vision is shipped with is channel 11; you may choose from several 9 other channels depending on your region. See the section on page 43 entitled "Changing the Wireless Channel" for instructions on how
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    Troubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Belkin N1 Vision. 1. Log into your N1 Vision. Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the N1 Vision. (The N1 Vision's default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your N1 Vision by clicking on the "Login
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 103
    , you need to enter 26 keys. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your N1 Vision. 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
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    such as Belkin N1 products Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support for the following products: F5D8001, F5D8011, F5D5051, F5D8071 I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on my Belkin N1 Vision for a home network. 1. From the "Security Mode" drop
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 105
    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 N1 Vision uses. For instance, 2 if the key is "Smith Family Network Key" in the N1 Vision, the clients must
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 106
    . 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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    to 8 connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Please consult your network administrator for further information. 9 5. Select "TKIP" or "AES" under "Date Encryption". This setting will have to be identical to the N1 Vision that you set up
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 108
    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 connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. **This N1 Vision is compatible with products based on the
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 109
    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 235 546 5
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 110
    We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8232-4 to operation. Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits
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    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 Immunity • EN 61000-3-2 (IEC610000-3-2) - Power Line Harmonics • EN 61000-3-3 (IEC610000) - Power Line Flicker • EN 60950 (IEC60950)
  • Belkin F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 112
    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 F5D8232-4 | User Manual - Page 113
    the right to 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 may designate, in
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    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. 4350 4600 +61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax P75490 • F5D8232-4 © 2007 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are
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