Belkin F5D7230-4_V4000 User Guide

Belkin F5D7230-4_V4000 Manual

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    Wireless G Router User Manual F5D7230-4
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    Mode 65 Configuring the Firewall 66 Setting MAC Address Filtering 70 Enabling the DMZ 71 Utilities Tab 73 Restarting the Router 74 Updating the Firmware 79 7. Manually Configuring Network Settings 84 8. Recommended Web Browser Settings 90 9. Troubleshooting 92 10. Information 111
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    for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Router (the Router). 1 The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best practices for maximizing your wireless 2 home network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay
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    a position between five and 10 feet away 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
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    . • 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. See your Network Card's user guide for more information. These guidelines should to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless G Range Extender/ Access Point. 5. Secure Connections through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many
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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 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 3 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 4 Australia: 1800 235 546 New
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    The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet). Front-Panel LED Display Lighted
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    that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, 4 Land Attack, Ping of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear 5 Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment
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    Overview Support for for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your Wireless Router will can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual (see page 24). Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point 802.11g is
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    section Knowing your Router Package Contents 1 • Belkin Wireless G Router 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual 3 • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply 4 System Requirements 5 • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable
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    Knowing your Router The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. (1)
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    Knowing your Router section 3. Wireless Network LED 1 OFF Wireless Network is OFF 2 Solid Green Wireless Clients Connected Blinking Green Indicates Wireless Activity 3 4. Wired Computer Status LEDs These LEDs are labeled 1-4 and correspond to the numbered 4 ports on the rear of the
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    Knowing your Router (9) (8) (7) (10) Reset button is located on the bottom of the unit. 7. Power Jack Connect the included 9V DC power supply to this jack. 8. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) - Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45,
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    section Knowing your Router 10. Reset Button 1 The "Reset" button is used in rare cases when the Router may function improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router's 2 normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by
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    the following: • Belkin Wireless G Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual • RJ45 Ethernet USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your modem has
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    Connecting and Configuring your Router section 1 Step 1 Hardware Connections - Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) 2 A. Unplug your modem's power cord. Put the Router next to 3 the modem. Raise the Router's antennas. 4 B. Locate the networking cable that connects your modem
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    The Setup Assistant will automatically 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. Note for Windows Users
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router Confirmation Screen 1 Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click "Next" to continue. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step
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    Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.1 Checking Settings The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer's network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router's connection to the Internet. 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network 1 The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network 2 to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters
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    the Router The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting. Doing so will render your Router inoperable. 1.6 Checking
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router Congratulations 1 You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet. 2 You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going
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    Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the troubleshooting steps. 1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers
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    section Connecting and Configuring your Router Congratulations 1 Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are properly connected, your network is set up and 2 working. You can now surf the Internet. Click "Next" to take you back to the main menu. 3 4 5 6 7
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    's internal password • Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) • Reset the Router • Back up your configuration settings • Reset the Router's default settings • Update the Router's firmware Step 1 Set up your Computer's Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User
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    Then press the "Enter" key. PLEASE NOTE: If you have difficulty accessing the Router's WebBased Advanced User Interface, go to the section entitled "Manually Configuring Network Settings". Logging into the Router You will see the Router's home page in your browser window. The home page is visible
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    time. The default login time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual entitled "Changing the Login Time-Out Setting". Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when
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    Alternate Setup Method section 1 (11) (2) (5) (4) (3) 2 (10) (1) (6) 3 4 (7) 5 6 (9) (8) 7 1. Quick-Navigation Links 8 You can go directly to any of the Router's UI pages by clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped by tabs to make
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    on any one of the features, or by clicking the "Quick Navigation" links on the left side of the screen. 10. Version Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router. 11. Page Name The page you are on can be identified by this
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    Provider (ISP) 2 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 have 3 correctly configured the Router's settings for your ISP's connection
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    the type of connection you use by clicking the button (1) next to your connection type and then clicking "Next" (2). (1) (2) Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type used with cable modems. Setting the
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    section Alternate Setup Method 1 2 3 4 5 6 Change WAN MAC Address 7 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. 8 9 10 31
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    Alternate Setup Method 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
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    PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to 2 log you 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. 3 (1) 4 5 (2) 6 (3) 7 (4) 8 (5) 9 Your
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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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    section Alternate Setup Method Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to 1 Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) [European Countries Only]. Some ISPs require a connection using 2 PPTP protocol, a type of connection most
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    PPTP Gateway Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP gateway/service IP address here. 4. Idle Time Out This feature is should be used if you pay for your Internet service by the minute. 5. Get IP by DHCP Select from your ISP server. It depends on your ISP service type. Check this box if your ISP will
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    section Alternate Setup Method a.  IP Address 1 Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 2 b. Subnet Mask Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 3 c.  Default Gateway Provided by your ISP. Enter the gateway address here. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 37
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    here. 2. Password Type in your password and retype it into the "Retype Password" box to confirm it. 3. Authentication Service Name Provided by your ISP. Type in the authentication service name here. When you have entered all of your information, click "Apply Changes". After you apply the changes
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    Settings 1 A "Domain Name Server" is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like "www.belkin. 2 com" into 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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    that particular computer connect to the Internet service. When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be "seen" by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Belkin has provided the ability to clone to the modem. Cloning the address will not cause any problems with your network. 40
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    MAC address is now cloned to the Router. 3 Entering a Specific MAC Address In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. You can manually enter one in the "MAC Address" page. Type a 4 MAC address in the spaces provided (2) and click "Apply Changes" to save the changes. The
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced 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
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Viewing the LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the "LAN Setup" tab (1) will take you to its header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To 2 view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on "LAN
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    (where x is any number between 0 and 255). 2. Subnet Mask There is no 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; however, do NOT make changes to the subnet mask unless you have a specific reason
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    can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so you must manually set a static IP address for each computer on 3 your network. To turn off 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.
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Viewing the DHCP Client List Page You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of the computer, the host name (2) (if the computer has been assigned one), and the MAC
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Wireless Network Settings 1 Clicking on the header of the "Wireless" tab will take you to the "Wireless" header page. From this page, the Router's wireless radio 2 can be enabled or disabled (the default setting is enabled). Under the
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the Router is "belkin54g". You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave
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    may not be compatible with 802.11g wireless. These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use older drivers or technology. Switching to this mode can solve problems that sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are using a client adapter that falls into this category
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States, there are 11 channels. In Australia, the United Kingdom, and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries,
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Protected Mode Switch 1 As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected mode ensures proper operation of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy 2 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. When Protected mode is ON, 802.11g scans
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    from prying eyes and ears. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of this User Manual's publication, there are four encryption methods available. Name Acronym 64-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 64-bit WEP 128-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 128-bit WEP
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    older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit and enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can 8 type a passphrase in the WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA. These
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Sharing the Same Network Keys Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure your wireless networking devices are sharing the same network key. The following diagram
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    encryption settings on your Router and your wireless computers. 5 6 7 8 9 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 version 10 you are using
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    from the drop-down menu in "WEP Mode". 3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in "Passphrase", then type in your passphrase. Click "Apply Changes" to generate four different hex keys. A hex (hexadecimal) key
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    " from the drop-down menu in "WEP Mode". 4 3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in "Passphrase", then type in your passphrase. 5 Click "Apply Changes" to generate four different hex keys. 6 A hex
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    security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) and the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your Router also supports the Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network. WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as
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    PBC" button to start this process. After clicking "Start PBC", you must start the WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes. 5. Manual Configuration Method: This section lists the current security settings to set up in your client devices. The Router features WPA2, which is the
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    this User Manual's publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft®. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site. Other
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA/WPA2 1 2 1. Select "WPA/WPA2" from the "Allowed Client Type" drop-down box. 2. Select "Password (PSK)" from the "Authentication" drop-down box. Then, select "Passphrase (8-63 characters)" from the "Password (PSK) type" drop-down box. 3
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    systems are not supported at this time. Supported Operating Systems: • Windows XP Professional • Windows XP Home Edition youImportant: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support site. 62
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Setting up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to use WPA-PSK 2 In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using the Windows Wireless Network Utility by doing the following: 1. Under Windows XP, click "Start > Control Panel > Network 3 Connections
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    , select "WPA-PSK" under "Network Authentication". Note: Select "WPA" if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Please consult your network administrator for further information. 6. Select "TKIP" or "AES" under
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Access Point Mode 1 Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network 2 access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In
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    of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing • SYN flood • Land Attack • UDP flooding • Ping of Death (PoD) • Tear Drop Attack • Denial of Service (DoS) • ICMP defect • IP with zero length • RIP defect • Smurf Attack • Fragment flooding • TCP Null Scan The firewall also masks common ports that
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    Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings 1 The "Virtual Servers" function will allow you to route external (Internet) calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), 2 or other applications through your Router to your internal network
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    Advanced User Interface Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or other network services. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. (1) To restrict Internet access to a single computer, for
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 3 (2) 4 5 (3) 6 7 8 9 10 section 69
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    the drop-down menu of currently connected computers, click "Copy to", and select the slot to which to add the MAC address (2). You can also manually enter the MAC address in the space provided above (3). Click "Apply Changes" to save the settings. You can have a MAC-addressfiltering list of up to
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    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. Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WAN Ping Blocking Computer hackers use what is known as "pinging" to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there.
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Utilities Tab 1 This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 section 73
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restoring Factory Default Settings Using this option
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    using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your 2 settings are lost or changed. 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Click "Save". A window called "File Download" will open. Click "Save". 9 10 section 75
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later.
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restoring a Previous Configuration 1 This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. Click "Browse". A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface  2. Please wait while the Router loads the configuration file. The Router's home page should appear automatically. If not, type the Router's address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 78
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    problems that may exist. 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. 3 Searching for a New Version of Firmware From http://www.belkin.com/support/, type the Belkin part number 4 "F5D7230
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Updating the Router's Firmware In the "Firmware update" page, click "Browse". A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. 80
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing System Settings 1 The "System Settings" page is where you can enter a new administrator 2 password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on and off the UPnP function of the Router. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 section 81
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    Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if you need
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    Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless 9 operation of voice 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. The Router
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    In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your PC's TCP/IP settings to DHCP. Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 2000, NT, XP, or Vista 1. Click "Start", "Settings", then "Control Panel". 2. Double-click on the "Network and dial
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    Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me 1 1. Right-click on "My Network Neighborhood" and select "Properties" from the drop-down menu. 2 2. Select "TCP/IP ->
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    after the Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to 9.x In order for your Connect via:" drop-down menu (1). (1) (2) 3. Next to "Configure" (2), if "Manually" is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection
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    Manually Configuring Network Settings 1 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following 2 window will appear. Click "Save". 3 4  5 Restart the computer. When the computer restarts,
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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. (1) 3. Select "Built-in Ethernet" (2) next to "Show" in the Network menu. (2) (5) (3) (4) 88
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    " is NOT 2 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
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    Recommended Web Browser Settings In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser's settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser's settings to the recommended settings in this section. Internet
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    Recommended Web Browser Settings 4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the 1 displayed options: "Automatically detect settings", "Use automatic configuration script", and "Use a proxy server". Click 2 "OK". Then click "OK" again in the "Internet Options" page. 3 4 5 6 7
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    Troubleshooting Problem: Installation CD does not automatically start. Solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup icon labeled "SetupAssistant.exe". 4. If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled "Manually Configuring Network Settings" (page 84 of this User
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    Troubleshooting Problem: 1 The Setup Assistant is turned on. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your 8 firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet titled "Manually Configuring Network Settings" for installation steps. section 93
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    Troubleshooting Problem: The Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet. Solution: If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items: 1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Setup Assistant. If the troubleshooting
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    Troubleshooting these steps, please contact 4 Belkin Technical Support. 4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer. 5 Problem: 6 • The Setup Assistant ISP will assign you a user name and password and sometimes a service name. Make sure the Router connection type is configured to PPPoE
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    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. Problem: I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. Solution
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    Troubleshooting 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the 1 system tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen. If you are also using a Belkin Wireless Card or Adapter with this 2 Router, the tray icon should look like this: 3 4 3. The exact window that
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    Troubleshooting Problem: I can't connect to the Internet regarding security, see the section entitled "Securing your Wi-Fi Network" in this User Manual. 3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower, left-hand corner completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 98
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    Troubleshooting section Problem: 1 My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is see the section titled "Changing the Wireless Channel" on page 50 for instructions on how to choose other channels). Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate - your wireless card's user manual. 99
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    Troubleshooting Problem: How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Solution: Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices: • Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively
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    Troubleshooting section Problem: 1 I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin , you can type in your hex WEP key manually, or you can type in a passphrase 8 support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support
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    Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or the settings. If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the manufacturer's user manual for that wireless client card. 102
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    Troubleshooting Problem: 1 Do Belkin products support WPA? Solution: 2 Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this publication, 3 a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works
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    Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network. Solution: 1. From the "Security Mode" drop-down menu, select "WPA-PSK (no server)". 2. For "Encryption Technique", select "TKIP" or
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    Troubleshooting Problem: 1 I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin client card. 7 3. Under the "Wireless Network Properties" tab, select
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    Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card ( supported at this time. You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver from their support
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    Troubleshooting Supported Operating Systems: 1 • Windows XP Professional 2 • Windows XP Home Edition 3 Enabling WPA-PSK (no server) 1. In systems running Windows XP, click "Start > Control Panel > Network Connections". 4 2.
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    Troubleshooting What's the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and Draft-N? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at
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    Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Belkin Draft-N 802.11a (802.11g) 802.11b Wireless Technology Speed Frequency Coverage Compatibility 11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps Up to 300Mbps Common household devices such as cordless
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    Troubleshooting Technical Support You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/ networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK:
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    We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, 3 Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that this device, F5D7230-4 4 , and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
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    or transmitter. 2.4GHz operation of this product in the USA is firmware-limited to channels 1 through 11. Modifications The FCC requires the user changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the user's authority to operate the
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    radio equipment 4 • EN 301 489-General EMC requirements for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. 5 Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued
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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
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    do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations may not apply to you. IN NO EVENT SHALL BELKIN BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, 8 DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF
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    . 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, USA 310-898-1100 310-898-1111 fax
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