Belkin 8820NP00425, F5D7234NP4 User Manual

Wireless G Router

User Manual

8820np00425 F5D7234np4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Benefits of a Home Network� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1
Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �2

2 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Product Features� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5

3 Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Package Contents � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
System Requirements � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Inter face . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Changing LAN Settings� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 41
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 43
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 43

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Securing your Wi-Fi Network � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �49
WEP Setup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 52
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �54
WPA Setup� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �55
Setting WPA/WPA2� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 56
Guest Access (Optional) � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �56
Using the Access Point Mode � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 59
Configuring the Firewall � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �60
Setting MAC Address Filtering � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �63
Enabling the DMZ � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 64
Utilities Tab � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �66
Restarting the Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �67
Updating the Firmware � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 70

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

8 Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

10 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Router (the Router)� The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home
networking and outline best practices for maximizing your wireless home network range and performance� Please be sure to
read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Router for Optimal
Performance” on page 2�

Benefits of a Home Network

• Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers
in your home

• Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the
connected computers in your home

• Share a single printer with the entire family

• Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures

• Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another

• Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat

Advantages of a Wireless Network

• Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer
room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop
computer anywhere within your wireless range

• Easy installation – The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes
setup simple

• Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other
networking devices from anywhere in your home

• Easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products
lets you expand your network to include devices such as printers
and gaming consoles

• No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office

• Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of
interoperable networking products

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Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance

Important Factors for Placement and Setup

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is
to your Router� Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is
between 100 and 200 feet�

In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade
somewhat as the distance between your Router and connected devices
increases� This may or may not be noticeable to you� As you move
farther from your Router, connection speed may decrease� Factors that
can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio
waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls�

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be
related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to 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 network from
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at
its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help�

1. Wireless Router Placement

Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as
close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices�

To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients”
(i�e�, computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards,
Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

• Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each
other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling)� If your
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as
possible in an upward direction�

• In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close
to the center of the home as possible� This may mean placing the
Router on an upper floor�

• Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone�

2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,”
such as microwave ovens� Dense objects that can inhibit wireless
communication include:

• Refrigerators

• Washers and/or dryers

• Metal cabinets

• Large aquariums

• Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows

If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that
objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your
computers and Router)�

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3. Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending
to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

• Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and your
wireless-enabled computers�

• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone
that operates on the 2�4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s
information)� If this fixes the problem, your phone may
be interfering�

• 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 switching to a 900MHz cordless phone�

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4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network

In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as
apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with yours�

Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the wireless utility of your
wireless adapter or card to locate any other wireless networks that
are available (see your wireless adapter’s or card’s user manual), and
move your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other
networks as possible�

• Experiment with more than one of the available channels in
order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from
neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices�

• For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site
Survey and wireless channel information included with your
Wireless Network Card or Adapter� See your Network Card’s user
guide for more information�

These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area
with your Router� Should you need to cover an even wider area, we
suggest the Belkin Wireless G Universal Range Extender/Access Point�

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5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and
are used where security is important� Secure connections include:

• Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect
remotely to an office network

• The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another
cable or DSL service

• Most online banking websites

• Many commercial websites that require a user name and password

to access your account

Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power
management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep�” The easiest
solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or
AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website�

A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management
settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate
for portable computers� To change your power management setting
under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel�

If you continue to have 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�

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Product Features

In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and
network your computers� 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�

Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers

The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac
OS® X, Linux®, Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, and others� All that is needed
is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the
standard language of the Internet)�

Patent-Pending Network Status Display

Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in
operation� You’ll know at a glance whether your Router is connected to
the Internet� This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and
status-monitoring procedures�

Web-Based Advanced User Interface

You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web
browser, without 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 per form setup functions from any computer on the
network quickly and easily�

NAT IP Address Sharing

Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the
single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while
saving the cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service account�

SPI 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 Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop
Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding�

Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch

The Router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired
computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and
much more� The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to
the speed of connected devices� The switch will transfer data between
computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or
consuming resources�

Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility

UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless
operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other
applications that are UPnP-compliant�

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Support for VPN Pass-Through

If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN
connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass
through the Router and to your office network�

Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes
for the easiest possible connection of a network� The DHCP server will
assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need
for a complicated networking setup�

Setup Assistant Software

The Setup Assistant Software takes the guesswork out of setting up
your Router� This automatic software determines your network settings
for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service
Provider (ISP)� In a matter of minutes, your Wireless Router will be up
and running on the Internet�

NOTE: Setup Assistant Software is compatible with Windows 2000,
XP, Vista, and Mac OS X� If you are using another operating system,
the Wireless Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method
described in this User Manual (see page 25)�

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Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point

802�11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates
up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802�11b�

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 can
control access to your network�

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Package Contents

• Belkin G Wireless Router

• Quick Installation Guide

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual

• Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• Power Supply

System Requirements

• Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem
with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection

• At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter

• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer

• RJ45 Ethernet networking cable

• Internet browser

Setup Assistant Software System Requirements

• A computer running Windows 2000, XP, or Vista,
or Mac OS X v10�x

• Minimum 1GHz processor and 128MB RAM

• Internet browser

The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop� All of the
cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility�
The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router
to provide you with information about network activity and status�

(A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) (G)

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A. Internet Status

This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the
Internet� When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the
Internet� When the light is blinking amber, the Router is attempting
to connect to the Internet� When the light is solid blue, the Router is
connected to the Internet� When using the “Disconnect after x minutes”
feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of
your Router’s connection�

Off

Blinking Green

Solid Green

B. Modem Status

This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected
properly to the Router� It turns amber when problem is detected�

Off

Blinking Green Router is connecting to the ISP

Solid Green

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Router is NOT connected to
the Internet

Router is attempting to connect
to the Internet

Router is connected to
the Internet

Router is NOT connected to
modem

Router is connected to modem
and functioning properly

C. Router/Power Status

When you apply power to the Router or restar t it, a short period of time
elapses while the Router boots up� During this time, the “router” icon
blinks� When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon
becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use�

Off Router is off

Blinking Green Router is booting up

Solid Green Router is on and ready

D. Wired-Computer Status

Off Wired computer is not present

Solid Green

Blinking Green

Wired computer is connected to
the Router

Data is transmitting between the
Router and wired computer(s)

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E. Wireless-Computer Status

Off Wireless computer is not present

Solid Green

Blinking Green

F. Wireless Security

Off Wireless security is off

Solid Green Wireless security is on

Blinking Green WPS sync in progress

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Wireless computer is connected
to the Router

Data is transmitting between the
Router and wireless computer(s)

G. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button

This button is used for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ feature� Please refer
to the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section�

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H. Connection to Modem – Yellow

This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem� Use the cable that
was provided with the Router to connect the modem to this port� Use of a
cable other than the cable supplied with the Router may not work properly�

I. Connections to Computers – Gray

Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports� These ports
are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP
category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable� The ports are labeled 1 through 4�

J. Power Jack

Connect the included 9V/1A DC power supply to this jack�

K. Reset Button

The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function
improperly� Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation
while maintaining the programmed settings� You can also restore the factory
default settings by using the “Reset” button� Use the restore option in
instances where you may have forgotten your login password�

a. Resetting the Router

Push and release the “Reset” button� The lights on the Router will
momentarily flash� The “router” light will begin to blink� When the
“router” light becomes solid again, the reset is complete�

b. Restoring the Factory Defaults

Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then release it�
The lights on the Router will momentarily flash� The “router” light will begin
to blink� When the “router” light becomes solid again, the reset is complete�

(I)

(J)(H) (K)

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Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:

• Belkin G Wireless Router

• Quick Installation Guide

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to

the modem)

• Power Supply

Modem Requirements

Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet
port� Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB
connection� If you have a modem with both Ethernet and 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
only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your
ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45
Ethernet port on it�

ALWAYS INSTALL YOUR ROUTER FIRST! IF YOU ARE INSTALLING
NUMEROUS NETWORK DEVICES FOR THE FIRST TIME, IT IS
IMPORTANT THAT YOUR ROUTER IS CONNECTED AND RUNNING
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OTHER NETWORK COMPONENTS
SUCH AS NOTEBOOK CARDS AND DESKTOP CARDS�

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Setup Assistant

Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing
your Router a simple and easy task� You can use it to get your Router
up and running in minutes� The Setup Assistant requires that your
Windows 2000/XP, Vista, or Mac OS X v10�4 or v10�5 computer be
connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet
connection is active and working at the time of installation� If it is not,
you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual
to configure your Router� Additionally, if you are using an operating
system other than Windows 2000/XP, Vista, or Mac OS X v10�4 or
v10�5, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method”
section of this User Manual�

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[1] Make sure your DSL or cable line is plugged into
your modem�

[2] Remove the power cord from
your DSL or cable modem�

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Put the Router next to your DSL or cable modem�

Connect the modem to the Router’s “modem”
port with an Ethernet cable� (Your computer
might be plugged into the modem already�)

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Connect your computer to the Router with
another Ethernet cable (temporarily, if need be)�

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[3] Plug in your modem and make sure it turns
on� If your modem is already on, unplug it,
wait a few seconds, and plug it back in�

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from Step 2.

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Plug the Router’s power supply into the Router
and a power outlet�

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Put the CD into your computer� If the Setup
Assistant doesn’t run automatically, browse the
CD, find the Setup Assistant icon, and run it�

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Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up
automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and
double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup
Assistant�

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Select Country

Select your country from the drop-down box� Click “Begin” to continue�

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Confirmation Screen

Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the
right of the arrow� Click “Next” to continue�

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Progress Screen

Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the
setup has been completed�

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2.1 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�

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2.2 Verifying Hardware Connections

The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection�

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2.3 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 the default or change it to something
unique� Write down this name for future reference�

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2.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed)

Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes�

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If your Internet account requires a login and password, you
will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below�
Click “Next” to continue�

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2.5 Configuring 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�

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2.6 Checking Internet Connection

We are almost done� The Setup Assistant will now check your
connection to the Internet�

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Congratulations

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 connect to the Internet by clicking “Next”� If you decide
to add computers to your Router later, select “Finish—return to Main
Menu” and then click “Next”�

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Troubleshooting

If the Setup 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�

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2.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers

This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless
computers to your network� Follow the on-screen instructions�

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Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are
properly connected, your network is set up and working� You can now
surf the Internet� Click “Next” to return to the main menu�

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Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security
Assistant Software

Now that your network is set up and working, it is recommended that
you turn on wireless security to prevent unauthorized access to your
network from neighboring wireless-enabled computers� The Security
Assistant will guide you through the process� Click “Security Assistant”
and follow the on-screen instructions�

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly
connected to the Router�

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Progress Screen

The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step
has been completed�

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3.1 Picking the Security Type

Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next”
to continue�

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3.2 Creating a Network Key

Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next”
to continue�

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3.3 Transferring the Key

After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the
network key to each of your wireless computers� Click on “Transfer Key”
if you have a USB flash drive� Follow the on-screen instructions, or click
on “Print” to print the information� Manually enter it to each wireless
computer� Then, click “Next” to continue�

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3.4 Verifying the Connection

If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click
“Next”� If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one
computer” and click “Next”� Then, follow on-screen instructions�

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Congratulations

Once you have verified that your wireless computers are properly
connected, your wireless network is set up and secured� You now can
run your network wirelessly and securely� Click “Finish” to take you back
to the main menu�

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The Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Setup Assistant
Software� You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router� From the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, you can perform the
following tasks:

• View the Router’s current settings and status

• Configure the Router to connect to your ISP with the settings that

they provided you

• Change the current network settings such as the Internal IP
address, the IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more

• Set the Router’s firewall to work with specific applications
(port forwarding)

• Set up security features such as client restrictions, MAC address
filtering, WEP, and WPA

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• Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network

• Change the Router’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

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Step 1 Set up 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�

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Step 2 Configure the Router 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” (you do not
need to type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”)� Then press
the “Enter” key�

PLEASE NOTE: If you have difficulty accessing the Router’s Web-Based
Advanced User Interface, go to the section entitled “Manually
Configuring Network Settings”�

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Logging into the Router

You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window� The home
page is visible to any user who wants to see it� To make any changes
to the Router’s settings, you have to log in� Clicking the “Login” button
or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to
the login screen� The Router ships with no password entered� In the
login screen, leave the password blank and click the “Submit” button to
log in�

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Logging out of the Router

One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of
making changes to the settings of the Router� Once a user has logged in
to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged
out� Clicking the “Logout” button will log the computer out� The second
method is automatic� The login will time out after a specified period of
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”�

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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface (UI)� The home
page shows you a quick view of the Router’s status and settings� All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page�

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