Belkin F5D7632EA4A User Manual

ADSL2+ Modem with

Wireless G Router

User Manual

F5D7632ea4A

Table of Contents

1. Introduction 1 Product Features Benefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Belkin Wireless Network

2. Make Sure You Have the Following

Package Contents System Requirements Setup Assistant Software System Requirements Internet Connection Settings

3 Knowing your Router

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router

Step 1A: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) Step 1B: Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Route Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software

5. Manually Configuring your Router

Understanding the Web-Based User Interface Changing LAN Settings DHCP Client List Internet WAN Connection Type Wireless Encryption/Security Wireless Range Extension and Bridging Firewall Utilities

6. Manually Configuring Network Adapters

7. Recommended Web Browser Settings

8. Troubleshooting

9. Technical-Support Information

10. Appendixes

Appendix A: Glossary Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and Setup

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless G Router (the Router). In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers with your new Router. The following is a list of features that make your Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to Appendix B entitled “Important Factors for Placement and Setup”.

Product Features

Compatibility with both PCs and Mac® Computers

The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® 8.x,

9.x, X v10.x, AppleTalk®, Linux®, Windows® 95, 98SE, Me, NT®, 2000, XP, Vista,

and others. You need an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).

Front-Panel LED 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 perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily.

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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.

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.

Introduction

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.

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 additional 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.

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 user interface and you can control access to your network.

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 UPnPcompliant.

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.

Introduction

Benefits of a Home Network

By following our simple setup instructions, you will be able to use your Belkin home network to:

• 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 Belkin 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 — Belkin’s Setup Wizard 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 let 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

Wi despread indust ry a cceptance — choose from a wide range of

interoperable networking p ro ducts

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Make Sure You Have the Following

Package Contents

• ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless G Router

• RJ11 Telephone Cord - Gray

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable – Yellow

• ADSL Microfilter*

• Power Adapter

• User Manual and Belkin Setup Assistant Software on CD-ROM

*ADSL microfilter varies by country. If it’s not included, you will need to purchase one.

System Requirements

• An active ADSL service with a telephone wall jack for connecting the Router

• At least one computer with a Network Interface Card (NIC) and Internet browser installed and correctly configured

• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer connected to the Router

• No other DHCP server on your local network assigning IP addresses to computers and devices

Setup Assistant Software System Requirements

• A PC running Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista™

• Minimum 500MHz processor and 128MB RAM

• Internet browser

Internet Connection Settings

The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly. If your ISP is not on the list, please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up the Router:

• Internet connection protocol: (PPPoE, PPPoA, Dynamic IP, Static IP)

• Multiplexing method or Encapsulation: (LLC or VC MUX)

• Virtual circuit: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) _ _____________________________ (a number between 0 and 255)

• VCI (Virtual Channel Identifier) ______________________ ______ (a number between 1 and 65535)

• For PPPoE and PPPoA users: ADSL account user name and password _______________

• For static IP users: IP Address ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ Subnet Mask ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ Default Gateway Server ___ . ___ . ___ .

• IP address for Domain Name Server ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ (If given by your ISP)

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.

Front Panel

The following illustration shows the front panel of the Router:

Power LED

LED Indicators

The Router is equipped with nine LEDs on the front panel as described in the table on the next page (from left to right):

LAN Status LED (1-4)

Wireless LAN (WLAN) Status LED

ADSL LED

Internet LED

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LED Color Status Description ADSL

Green OFF Power off or ADSL line connection is physically

disconnected Blinking Handshaking or training is in progress Solid ADSL line connection is OK

Wireless

Green OFF Power off or no radio signal (WLAN card is not present or

fails to function) Blinking Traffic is going through wireless LAN interface Solid Wireless LAN interface ready to work

Internet

Green OFF No Internet connection

Blinking Transmitting or receiving data Solid Connected to the Internet

LAN 1 to LAN 4

Green OFF Power off or no Ethernet carrier is present

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Blinking Ethernet carrier is present and user data is going through

Ethernet port Solid Ethernet carrier is present

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Rear Panel

The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your Router.

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Power Plug — Connect the included power supply to this inlet. Using the wrong type of power adapter may cause damage to your Router.

Ethernet Ports

ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router. Connect your network-enabled computers or any networking devices to one of these ports.

ADSL Line —This port is for connection to your ADSL line. Connect your ADSL line to this port.

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 custom password.

a. Resetting the Router

Push and hold the “Reset” button for one second then release it. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the reset is complete.

b. Restoring the Factory Defaults

Press and hold the “Reset” button for 20 seconds then release it. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the restore is complete.

—The Ethernet ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation. The

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Connecting and Configuring your Router

Setup Assistant

Belkin has provided 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, or Vista™ computer be connected directly to your ADSL 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, or Vista, or Mac OS X, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.

Step 1A: Hardware Connections – Follow the

Quick Installation Guide (QIG)

New Router Setup

Follow these steps if you are NOT replacing an existing modem. If you are replacing an existing modem, skip to the next section, “Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router”, starting on page 9.

1A.1 Unpack your new Router from

the box and place it next to your computer. Raise the Router’s antenna.

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2 Retrieve the yellow RJ45 cable that

was included with your Router. First, connect one end to any yellow port labeled “Wired Computers” on the back of your Router. Then, connect the other end to the networking port on the back of your computer. [Insert Ethernet logo]

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3 Retrieve the included gray RJ11

phone cord. Connect one end to the gray port labeled “DSL” on the back of your Router. Then, connect the other end to your ADSL connection (either a wall jack or an ADSL splitter).

Note :

Some ADSL connections require a

microfilter. Your ADSL provider can tell you if you need one. Belkin includes a microfilter in regions known to use them. To determine if you need a microfilter, please refer to your ADSL provider’s user manual.

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1A.4 Plug your Router’s power supply into the

black port labeled “Power” on the back of your Router. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up. Look at the display on the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Modem-Router” icons are lit in green. If they are not, recheck your connections.

Step 1B: Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router

Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router that you will be replacing with your new Router.

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Unpack your new Router from the box and

place it next to your old modem. Raise the Router’s antenna. Unplug your old modem’s power cord.

1B.2 Locate the cable that connects your old

modem to your computer. Unplug that cable from your old modem, and plug it into any yellow port labeled “Wired Computers” on the back of your new Router.

1B.3 Locate the cable that connects your old

modem to the ADSL wall jack. Unplug it from your old modem and then connect it to the gray port labeled “DSL” on the back of your Router.

1B.4 Plug your Router’s power supply into the

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black port labeled “Power” on the back of your Router.

Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up.

Look at the display on the front of the Router. Make sure the “ADSL” and “LAN” LEDs are lit in green. If they are not, recheck your connections.

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Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software

2.1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer.

2.2 Insert the CD into your computer. 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 1A.2.

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.

2.3 Select Country. Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue.

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

2.5 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed.

2.6 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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2.7 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.

2.8 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. Click “Next” to continue.

2.9 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed)

If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Select your country or ISP from the dropdown boxes.

2.10 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.

2.11 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 “Exit the Assistant” and then click “Next”.

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.

2.12 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.

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 take you back to the main menu.

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Understanding the Web-Based User Interface

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.

Using Web-Based Manager

Once your host PC is properly configured, start your web browser and type the private IP address of the Router into the URL field: “192.168.2.1” and then click “Enter”.

1. Quick-Navigation Links

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 finding a particular setting easier to find. Clicking on the header of each tab will show you a short description of the tab’s function.

2. Home Button

The “Home” button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page.

3. Help Button

The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain sections of each page.

4. Login/Logout Button

This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one button. When you are logged into the Router, this button will change to read “Logout”. Logging into the Router will take you to a separate login page where you will need to enter 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 clicking the “Logout” button. For more information about logging into the Router, see the section called “Logging into the Router”.

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5. Internet Status Indicator

This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, showing the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “connection OK” in GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the Router is not connected to the Internet, the indicator will read “no connection” in RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the Router.

6. LAN Settings

Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Router.Changes can be made to the settings by clicking the “LAN” “Quick Navigation”link on the left side of the screen.

7. Features

Shows the status of the Router’s NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links or by clicking the “Quick Navigation” links on the left side of the screen.

8. Internet Settings

Shows the settings of the Internet/WAN side of the Router that connects to the Internet. Changes to any of these settings can be made by clicking on the “Internet/WAN” “Quick Navigation” link on the left side of the screen.

9. Version Info

Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router.

10. Page Name

The page you are on can be identified by this name. This manual will sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance, “LAN > LAN Settings” refers to the “LAN Settings” page.

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Changing LAN Settings

All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here.

LAN Settings

Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (A) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on “LAN Settings” (B) or to view the list of connected computers, click on “DHCP Client List” (C).

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IP Address

The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced setup interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. This address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, type in the new IP address and click “Apply Changes”. The IP address you choose should be a non-routable IP. Examples of a non-routable IP are:

192.168.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)

10.x.x.x (where x is anything between 0 and 255)

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Subnet Mask

There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced feature of your Belkin Router.

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DHCP Server

The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary; however, in order to do so, you must manually set a static IP address for each computer on your network. To turn off the DHCP server, select “Off” and click “Apply Changes”.

IP Pool

The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the computers on your network. If you want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking on “Apply Changes”. The starting IP address must be lower in number than the ending IP address.

Lease Time

The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address for each computer. We recommend that you leave the lease time set to “Forever”. The default setting is “Forever”, meaning that any time a computer is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server, the IP address will not change for that particular computer. Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of time. This also means that a particular computer’s IP address may change over time. If you have set any of the other advanced features of the Router such as DMZ or client IP filters, these are dependent on the IP address. For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change.

Local Domain Name

You can set a local domain name (network name) for your network. There is no need to change this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so. You can name the network anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”.

DHCP Client List

You can view a list of the computers, which are connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address of the computer, the host name (name of the computer in your network), and the MAC address of the computer’s network interface card (NIC). Pressing the “Refresh” button will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will be updated.

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Internet WAN

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 ADSL Service Provider’s system provided you have correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type. Your connection settings are provided to you by your ISP.

To configure the Router with the settings that your ISP gave you, click “Connection Type” (1) on the left side of the screen. Select the connection type you use. If your ISP gave you DNS settings, clicking “DNS” (2) allows you to enter DNS address entries for ISPs that require specific settings. When you have finished making settings, the “Internet Status” indicator will read “Connected” if your Router is set up properly.

Connection Type

From the “Connection Type” page, you can select one of these five connection types based on the instruction provided by your ISP:

PPPoE PPPoA Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged) Static IP (IPoA) Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing)

Note: If you are not sure which connection type to select, please contact your ISP.

Select the type of connection you use by clicking the radio button next to your connection type and then clicking “Next”.

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Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA

PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is the standard method of connecting networked devices. It requires a user name and password to access the network of your ISP for connecting to the Internet. PPPoA (PPP over ATM) is similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK. Select PPPoE or PPPoA and click “Next”. Then, enter the information provided by your ISP, and click “Apply Changes” to activate your settings.

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1. User Name — Enter the user name. (Assigned by your ISP).

2. Password — Enter your password. (Assigned by your ISP).

3. Retype Password — Confirm the password.

(Assigned by your ISP).

4. IP Assigned by ISP — Leave “Yes” if your ISP automatically assigns an IP

address. If your ISP assigned a fixed IP address, select “No” and enter assigned values.

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5. VPI/VCI — Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier

(VCI) parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP).

6. Encapsulation — Select your encapsulation type (supplied by your ISP) to

specify how to handle multiple protocols at the ATM transport layer. VC-MUX: PPPoA Virtual Circuit Multiplexer (null encapsulation) allows only one protocol running per virtual circuit with fewer overheads. LLC: PPPoA Logical Link Control allows multiple protocols running over one virtual circuit (more overhead).

7. Dial on Demand — By selecting “Dial on Demand”, your Router will

automatically connect to the Internet when a user opens up a web browser.

8. Idle Time (Minutes) — Enter the maximum idle time for the Internet connection.

After this time has been exceeded, the connection will be terminated.

9. MTU — The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP requires a

specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU can cause problems with your Internet connection, including disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access, and problems with Internet applications working properly.

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Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged)

This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network together. The Router will obtain an IP address automatically from your ISP’s DHCP server.

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1. IP Assigned by ISP — Leave “Yes” if your ISP automatically assigns an IP

address. If your ISP assigned a fixed IP address, select “No” and enter assigned values.

2. VPI/VCI — Enter your VPI and VCI parameter here. These identifiers are

assigned by your ISP.

3. Encapsulation — Select LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.

Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP (IPoA)

This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or “CLIP”, which your ISP provides a fixed IP for your Router to connect to the Internet.

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1. IP Address — Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Router WAN

interface.

2. Subnet Mask — Enter a subnet mask assigned by your ISP.

3. Default Gateway — Enter a default gateway IP address. If the Router cannot find

the destination address within its local network, it will forward the packets to the default gateway assigned by your ISP.

4. VPI/VCI — Enter your VPI and VCI parameter here. These identifiers are

assigned by your ISP.

5. Encapsulation — Select LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.

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Setting your Connection Type to Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing)

In this mode, the Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across the DSL port. It requires additional software to be installed on your computers in order to access the Internet.

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1. VPI/VCI — Enter your VPI and VCI parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP).

2. Encapsulation — Select LLC or VC MUX. (Assigned by your ISP).

DNS (Domain Name Server) Settings

A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Links (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. Many ISPs do not require you to enter this information into the Router. The “Automatic from ISP” box (1) [Designer: call this out in screenshot below] should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address. If you are using a static IP connection type, then you may need to enter a specific DNS address and secondary DNS address for your connection to work properly. If your connection type is dynamic or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address.

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Leave the “Automatic from ISP” box checked. To enter the DNS address settings, uncheck the “Automatic from ISP” box and enter your DNS entries in the spaces provided. Click “Apply Changes” (2) [Designer: call this out in screenshot below] to save the settings.

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Using DDNS (Dynamic DNS)

The DDNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org provides this service, for up to five host names, free to the Internet community. TZO.com is another alternative to DynDNS.org. DDNS service is ideal for a home website, file server, or to make it easy to access your home PC and stored files while you’re at work. Using the service can ensure that your host name always points to your IP address, no matter how often your ISP changes it. When your IP address changes, your friends and associates can always locate you by visiting yourname.dyndns.org instead! To register free for your Dynamic DNS host name, please visit http://www.dyndns.org.

Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client

You must register with DynDNS.org’s free update service before using this feature. Once you have your registration, follow the directions below.

1. Enter your DynDNS.org user name in the “Account / E-mail” field (1).

2. Enter your DynDNS.org password in the “Password / Key” field (2).

3. Enter the DynDNS.org domain name you set up with DynDNS.org in the

“Domain Name” field (3).

4. Click “Apply Changes” 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 “Apply Changes” button (4). From the “Connection Type” page, you can select the type of connection you w ant to use by selecting the “Connection Type” from the pull-down list.

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Manually Configuring your Router

Wireless

The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab, you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, and encryption security settings.

Channel and SSID

1. Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID)

To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used. You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave it unchanged. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, you will want to make sure that your SSID is unique (does not match that of another wireless network in the area). To change the SSID, type in the SSID that you want to use in the SSID field and click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate. If you make a change to the SSID, your wireless-equipped computers may also need to be reconfigured to connect to your new network name. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change.

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2. Using the ESSID Broadcast Feature

For security purposes, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, select “DISABLE” and then click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to connect to your specific SSID; an SSID of “ANY” will no longer be accepted. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change.

Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.

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3. Using the Wireless Mode Switch

Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “Mixed (11b+11g)”, “11g Only”, and “11b Only”. The different modes are explained below.

Mixed (11b+11g) Mode

In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures successful operation with all devices compatible with Wi-Fi®. If you have a mix of 802.11b and 802.11g clients in your network, we recommend that you keep the default setting. This setting should only be changed if you have a specific reason to do so.

11g-Only Mode

802.11g-Only mode works with 802.11g clients only. This mode is recommended

only if you want to prevent 802.11b clients from accessing your network. To switch modes, select the desired mode from the “Wireless Mode” drop-down box. Then, click “Apply Changes”.

11b-Only Mode

We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very specific reason to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique problems that may occur with some

802.11b client adapters and is NOT necessary for interoperability of 802.11g and

802.11b standards.

4. Changing the Wireless Channel

There are a number of operating channels from which to choose. In the United States, there are 11 channels. In the United Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured to operate on the proper channels in which the country you reside. The default is “Auto”. The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate.

Manually Configuring your Router

Encryption/Security

Securing your Wi-Fi Network

Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data 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 64-Bit Wired

Equivalent Privacy

Acronym 64-bit WEP 128-bit WEP WPA-TKIP/

Security Good Better Best Best Features Static keys Static keys Dynamic key

Encryption keys based on RC4 algorithm (typically 40bit keys)

128-Bit Wired Equivalent Privacy

More secure than 64-bit WEP using a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of systemgenerated data

Wi-Fi Protected Access-TKIP

AES (or just WPA)

encryption and mutual authentication

TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) added so that keys are rotated and encryption is strengthened

Wi-Fi Protected Access 2

WPA2-AES (or just WPA2)

Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication

AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss

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Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)

WEP is a common protocol that adds security to all wireless products that are compliant with Wi-Fi. WEP was designed to give wireless networks the equivalent level of privacy protection as a comparable wired network.

64-Bit WEP

64-bit WEP was first introduced with 64-bit encryption, which includes a key length of 40 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (64 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 64-bit as 40-bit encryption. Shortly after the technology was introduced, researchers found that 64-bit encryption was too easy to decode.

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128-Bit WEP

As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption. Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP.

Encryption Keys

After selecting either the “64-bit” or “128-bit WEP” encryption mode, it is critical that you generate an encryption key. If the encryption key is not consistent throughout the entire wireless network, your wireless networking devices will be unable to communicate with one another on your network and you will not be able to successfully communicate within your network. You can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key The WEP passphrase is NOT the same as a WEP key. Your wireless card uses this

passphrase to generate your WEP keys, but different hardware manufacturers might have different methods for generating the keys. If you have equipment from multiple vendors in your network, you can use the hex WEP key from your Router or access point and enter it manually into the hex WEP key table in your wireless card’s configuration screen.

Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA)

WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA. These updates will be found on the wireless vendors’ websites. There are two types of WPA security: WPA-PSK (no server) and WPA (with 802.1x radius server).

WPA-PSK (no server)

This method uses what is known as a “pre-shared key” as the network key. A network key is basically a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, or characters. Each client uses the same network key to access the network. Typically, this is the mode that will be used in a home environment.

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WPA (with 802.1x radius server)

With this system, a radius server distributes the network key to the clients automatically. This is typically found in a business environment.

WPA2

The Router features WPA2, which is the second generation of the WPA-based

802.11i standard. It offers a higher level of wireless security by combining

advanced network authentication and stronger AES encryption methods.

WPA2 Requirements

IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers and wireless client

adapters must be upgraded with patches, drivers, and client utility software that support WPA2. At the time of this User Manual’s publication, a couple security patches are available, for free download, from Microsoft®. These patches work only with the Windows XP operating system. Other operating systems are not supported at this time.

For a Windows XP computer that does not have Service Pack 2 (SP2), a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access (KB 826942)” is available for free download at http://www.microsoft.com/ downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&familyid=009D8425-CE2B-47A4-ABEC274845DC9E91.

For Windows XP computers with SP2, Microsoft has released a free download to update the wireless client components to support WPA2 (KB893357). The update can be download from: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details. aspx?FamilyID=662bb74d-e7c1-48d6-95ee-1459234f4483&DisplayLang=en.

IMPORTANT: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client cards and adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver. Most of the Belkin wireless cards have updated drivers available for download from the Belkin support site: www.belkin.com/networking. For a list of Belkin wireless products that support WPA/WPA2, please visit our website at www. belkin.com/networking.

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.

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Using a Hexadecimal Key

A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five 2-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 2-digit numbers.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key

In the boxes below, make up your key by writing in two characters between A–F and 0–9 in each box. 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 version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption.

WEP Setup

1. Select “WEP” from the drop-down menu.

2. Select “WEP Mode” of 64-bit or 128-bit.

3. After selecting your WEP mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex

key manually.

A hex (hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys.

For instance:

AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key

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