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    N Wireless Router User Manual F5D8233-4
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    the Wireless Network Settings 41 Setting WPA Security 48 Setting WEP Encryption 50 Using the Access Point Mode 52 Setting MAC Address Control 53 Configuring the Firewall 55 Using Dynamic DNS 59 Utilities 60 Restarting the Router 61 Updating the Firmware 66 7. Manually Configuring
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    User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled "Placement of your N Wireless Router" on the next page. By following our simple setup instructions you will be able to use your Belkin wireless range • Easy installation - Belkin's Easy Installation Wizard makes setup simple
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    section Introduction Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO) 1 Your Belkin N Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N MIMO complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, 2 reliability,
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    and 10 feet from the Router in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning; if
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    . 10 • If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to channel 11. See your phone's user manual for detailed instructions. • If necessary, consider
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    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. 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically
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    section Introduction For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website 1 at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at: 2 US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 3 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 4 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore:
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    having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily. NAT IP Address Sharing Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT
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    assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is 9 no need for a complicated networking setup. 10 Setup Assistant 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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    be lower. MAC Address Filtering For added security, you can set up a list 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 a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you
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    • Belkin N Wireless Router 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD 3 • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply 4 • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide 5 • Wireless Security Setup Guide System Requirements 6 • Broadband
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    Guide for more detailed information. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F ) A. Wireless Security 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
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    section Knowing your Router 1 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" 2 icon blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the "router" icon becomes a solid light,
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    Knowing your Router (G) (H) (I) (J) (K) 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.
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    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/Ready" light
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    Belkin N Wireless Router • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless Security Setup Guide will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If
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    section 1 Step 1 Hardware Connections - Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) 2 A. Unplug your modem's power computer cord. Put the Router next to 3 modem router the modem. Raise the Router's antennas. 4 5 B. Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and 6 computer
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    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. Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from "My Computer
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    Progress Screen 5 Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. 6 7 8 1.1 Checking Settings The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer's network 9 settings and gather information needed to complete the Router's 10 connection
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    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 is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect. You can either use
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    -down boxes. 4 1.5 Configuring the Router 5 The Setup Assistant will now 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 1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting 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 5 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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    out after a specified period of time. The default login time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from one to 99 minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual titled "Changing the Login Time-Out Setting". Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the
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    Alternate Setup Method (11) (7) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (8) (10) (9) 1. Quick-Navigation Links You can go directly to any of the Router's a password. When you are logged into the Router, you can make changes to the settings. When you are finished making changes, you can log out of the Router by
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    Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router. 7 8. LAN Settings Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of 8 the Router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask
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    ISPs that require specific settings. Clicking "MAC Address" (C) will let you clone your computer's MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC address, if required by your ISP. When you have finished making settings, the "Internet Status" indicator will read "connection OK" if your Router is set up
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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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    Alternate Setup Method Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic Change WAN MAC Address (2) 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
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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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    into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn't require a modem, you may also use PPPoE. 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 such as
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    . If you are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank. 4. MTU The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU setting can cause problems with your Internet connection including disconnection from the Internet
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    Password" box to confirm it. 3. Host Name Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here. The following becomes visible when you deselect "Get IP by DHCP". 4. Service IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your service IP address here. 5. My IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address
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    by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 7. Default Gateway 2 Provided by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection ID (default gateway), leave this blank. 3 8. Disconnect after X.... The "Disconnect" feature is used to automatically disconnect the 4 Router from your ISP when there
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    The "Login Server" box will automatically 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
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    Locaters (URLs) like "www.belkin.com" to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require 5 you to enter this information into the Router. The "Automatic from ISP" box (1) should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address. If you are using a static
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    CONNECTED to your modem before the Router was installed. Click the "Clone" button (1). Click "Apply Changes" (3). Your MAC address is now cloned to the Router. Entering a Specific MAC Address In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. You can manually enter one in the "MAC
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    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 2 "Enter" key. 3 You will see the Router's home page in your browser window. 4 Viewing the
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) 1. IP Address The "IP address" is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is "192.168.2.1". To access
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    User Interface 1 3. DHCP Server The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network 2 automatically. The default setting is "On". The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so you must manually
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    (4) 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 Router 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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    set the Router's wireless modes. There are several modes. Note: Some modes may require firmware updates to be enabled. 1) Off This mode will turn OFF the Router's access point, so no wireless devices can join the network. Turning off the wireless function of your Router is a great way to secure your
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    section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Using the Bandwidth Switch This switch allows you to set the Router's wireless bandwidth modes. 9 There are several modes available: 1) 20MHz only Setting the Router to this mode allows only 20MHz operation. This 10
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    to turn ON or OFF wireless QoS. Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2). It also supports the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). By default, wireless security is disabled. To
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    to use WPA2 security, all your computers and 2 wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver, and client utility software that supported WPA2. At the time of this User Manual's publication, a couple security patches are available, for 3 free download, from Microsoft®. These
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    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 Router to support clients running either WPA or WPA2 security. 3. "Encryption Technique", select "TKIP", "AES", or "TKIP+AES". This setting will have to
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    WPA Security 9 Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free 10 download. This patch works only with Windows XP. Your Router supports 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/WPA-Personal (PSK)". 2. For "Encryption Technique", select "TKIP" or "AES". This setting will have to be identical on the clients
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    your WEP encryption mode, you can enter you WEP key manually by typing in the hex WEP key manually, or 4 you Router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same passphrase. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter
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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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    a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, the Router will need to 3 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 is
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    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 computers. This list can be configured so any
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    -Based Advanced User Interface 1 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 2. Next, in the "MAC Address" field that is blank (3), type in the MAC address of the wireless computer
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    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 Service (DoS) • IP with zero length • Smurf
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    (TCP or UDP), and click "Apply Changes". You can only pass one port per internal IP address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security 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. 56
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    The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, 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 restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter the IP address
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    causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field
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    "Domain Name" field (4). 5. Click "Update Dynamic DNS" (5) to update your IP address. Whenever your IP address assigned by your ISP changes, the Router will automatically update DynDNS.org's servers with your new IP address. You can also do this manually by clicking the "Update Dynamic DNS" button
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    User Interface 1 Blocking an ICMP Ping Computer hackers use what is known as "pinging" to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving 2 a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. The Router
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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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    Advanced User Interface 1 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 2 settings before you restore all of the defaults. 3 1. Click the "Restore Defaults" button
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    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. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name "user.conf
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 3. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. 2 Click "Close". The configuration is 3 now saved. 4 5 6 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will
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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. 65
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    User Interface 1 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 2 problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin
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    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 firmware, click "Download". 2. A window will open that
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    User Interface 3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. 1 Click "Close". 2 3 4 5 6 The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in "Updating the Router's Firmware". 7 Updating the Router's Firmware 8 1. In the "Firmware
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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. 69
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    , and turn on and off the NAT function of the Router. 3 Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a 4 password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will
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    you need to type in the password of your Router IP. The second method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method, enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Router from in the space provided and
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    HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned 8 by your a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may 10 also
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    Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some applications require the Router's firewall to be configured in a specific Firmware Update This innovation provides the Router with the
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    or "Ethernet" in the "Connect via:" drop-down menu (1). 6 3. Next to "Configure" (2), (1) if "Manually" is selected, your Router will need to (2) 7 be set up for a static IP connection type. Write 8 the address information in the table below. You will need to enter 9 this information into
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    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 Ethernet" (2) next to "Show" in the Network menu. (1) (5) (2) (3) (4) 75
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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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    Manually adapter and select "Properties" from the drop-down menu. 4. In the "Local Area Connection Properties" window, click "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)" and click the "Properties" button. The following screen will appear: (1) (2) (3) 5. If "Use the following IP address" (2) is selected, your Router
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    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) 5 (2) 6 7 8 3. If "Specify an IP address" is selected, your Router will need to 9 be set up for a static
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    browser's settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser's settings 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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    Network Settings" (page 74 of this User Manual for an alternative setup method). Setup Assistant cannot find my Router. If the Setup Assistant is 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
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    Troubleshooting 1 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 2 that the AC adapter is connected to the Router and plugged into a wall outlet. 3 3.
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    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 Internet, and the "modem" LED is off, and the "internet" LED
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    the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. 5 Please refer to the section entitled "Alternate Setup Method" for details on changing this setting. 3. If you have a "PPPoE" connection, your ISP will assign you a 6 user name and password and sometimes a service name. Make sure the Router
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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. 85
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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 Router. If you're using a Belkin Router, the lights should be as follows: 3 • The "router" LED
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    ", you may have a range or interference problem. Please see the suggestions discussed in the section titled "Placement of your N 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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    can improve performance and reliability. The 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 on how to choose other channels
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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 90
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    patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products. Download the latest driver at http://www.belkin.com/support I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on my Belkin Router for a home network. 1. From the "Security Mode" drop-down
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 95
    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
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 96
    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 file from Microsoft called "Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access" is available for free download. Download the patch from
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 97
    based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11g, can transmit information up to 54Mbps; 802.11a also supports up to 54Mbps, but in the 5GHz frequency; and 802.11n draft specification can connect at up to 300Mbps. See the chart on the
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 98
    coverage Leading edge- best coverage and throughput *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. **This Router is compatible with products based on the same version of the draft 802.11n specifications, and may require a software upgrade for best results. 95
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 99
    Troubleshooting 1 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 2 want to contact technical support by phone, please call: 3 US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 4
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 100
    Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8233 The radiated output power of this device is in a residential installation. This equipment generates equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try and correct
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 101
    Belkin International, Inc., may 2 void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) 3 The wireless the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. -3-2) - Power Line Harmonics • EN 61000-3-3 (IEC610000) - Power Line Flicker
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 102
    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 F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 103
    , 10 BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. Some states
  • Belkin F5D8233-4 | User Manual - Page 104
    N Wireless Router Belkin Tech Support US: 877-736-5771 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Europe: www.belkin.com/support Belkin International, Inc. 501 West Walnut Street Los Angeles, CA 90220, USA 310-898-1100 310-898
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