Belkin F5D8235-4 User Manual

N+ Wireless Router

User Manual

PM00736 F5D8235-4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10Table of Con tent s

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

Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Placement of your N+ Wireless Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...........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 Connect ing a nd Configuring your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

5 Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

6 Using the Web- Base d Advanced User Inte rface . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Changing LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Configuring the Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Setting WPA Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....43

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WEP Setup ..............................................44

Setting WEP Encryption ....................................44

Using the Access Point Mode ...............................46

Access Control ...........................................49

Configuring the Firewall ....................................47

Using D ynamic DNS .......................................52

Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .............53

Restarting the Router ......................................54

Updating the Firmware .....................................59

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

8 Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

9 Troubl eshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

10 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless Router (the Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that ma ximize 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 Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance” on the next page. 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 a USB storage device (not included) within your net work

Advantages of a Wireless Network

Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wirele ss Network:

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

• Easy installation – Belkin’s Easy Installation Wizard makes setup simple

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

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• 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

• 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

• Widespread industr y acceptance – choose from a wide range of interoperable networking products.

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Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO)

Your Belkin N+ Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N MIMO complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n spe cification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems.

The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two simultaneous data streams to deliver wireless transfers around your home or office. A conventional radio uses one antenna to transmit a data stream. Belkin’s N MIMO, on the other hand, uses t wo antennas. This design helps combat distortion and inter ference. Belkin’s N MIMO is multidimensional. It builds on one-dimensional smart-antenna technology by simultaneously transmitting two data streams through the same channel, which increases wireless capacity.

Another element that enhances Belkin’s N MIMO is the use of aggregation as specified in the draft 802.11n specification. By shortening the space bet ween packets and combining multiple smaller packets into one larger packet, Belkin’s N MIMO can transmit more data through available bandwidth.

Think of conventional radio transmission as a two-lane highway. The speed limit governs the maximum allowable flow of traffic through that lane. Compared with conventional radios, one-dimensional smart antenna systems help move traf fic through that lane faster and more reliably—analogous to a four-lane road on which traffic consistently moves at a rate closer to the speed limit. Belkin’s N MIMO helps traffic move at the speed limit and opens more lanes—to be come the superhighway in this example. The rate of traffic flow is multiplied by the number of lanes that are opened.

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Placement of your N+ Wireless Router

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 fur ther 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, tr y moving the computer to a position between five and 10 feet from the Router in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficultie s persist eve n 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 ma ximum effec tiveness, this checklist may help.

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1. 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 Wireles s 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 ver tically (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 2.4GHz 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

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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).

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 your Router and your wireless-enabled computers.

• Unplug and remove the batter y from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.

• If your phone suppor ts 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 necessar y, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz 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 of fice 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 to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other net works 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 net work card. 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 Range Extender/Acce ss 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 simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the se cure 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 addres sed 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 N+ Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network.

Works w ith Both PCs and Mac® Computers

The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000, XP, Vista™, and othe rs. All that is nee ded is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).

USB Port for External Storage Devices

The Router includes a USB port in the back panel for one storage device (flash drive or external hard drive). You can now have network-attached storage capabilities without having to purchase an expensive NAS.

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 perform 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 additional IP addresse s 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 10/100/1000 4-Port Switch

The Router has a built-in, Gigabit Ethernet, four-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.

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Unive rsal Plug and Play (UPnP)

UPnP is a technology that of fers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant.

Supp ort 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 net work.

Built-In Dynam ic 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 Ass istant

The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin’s renowned Easy Install Wizard, takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Ser vice Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your Router will be up and running on the Internet.

NOTE: Setup Assistant software is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, and Vista; and Mac OS X v10.x. If you are using another operating system, the Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual (se e page 22).

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Integrated N+ Wireless Access Point

N MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draf t IEEE

802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)

smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 300Mbps.* Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will var y depending on your networking environment.

*NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical data rate. Actual data throughput will be lower.

MAC Address Filtering

For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed acce ss to your net work. 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 N+ Wireless Router

• Quick Installation Guide

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• Power Supply

• User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD

• Network Status Display Guide

• Wireless Security Setup Guide

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 (including Storage Manager)

• 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 desk top. 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.

(A)

(B) (C)

(D) (E)

(F) (G) (H)

(I)

(J)

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A. Broadband Download Speedometer

These lights will display a graphic representation of the current download speed being transferred through the Internet connection. The speed will be measured on the speedometer against the fastest speed that has been measured by the N+ since being activated.

B. Wireless Security

Off Wireless security is of f

Blinking Blue WPS handshaking in process

Solid Blue Wireless security is on

C. WPS Push Button

This button is set aside for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. Refer to the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section for more details.

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D. Wireless-Computer Status

Off Wireless computer is not present

Solid Blue

Blinking Amber

E. Wired-Computer Status

Off Wired computer is not present

Solid Blue

Blinking Amber

F. USB Port Status

Off

Flashing Blue

Flashing Amber

Solid Blue

Wireless computer is connected to the Router

Problem with wireless computer connecting properly to the Router

Wired computer is connected to the Router

Problem with wired computer connecting properly to the Router

No device is plugged into the USB port

Data is being read/written to the storage device

Unsupported device is plugged into the USB port

Storage device is plugged in and ready to be accesse d

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G. Router/Power Status

When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapse s 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 Blue Router is booting up

Solid Blue Router is on and ready

H. Wireless Status

Off Wireless is off

Solid Blue Wireless is on

I. Modem Status

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

Off

Solid Blue

Blinking Amber Problem with modem

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Router is NOT connected to modem

Router is connected to modem and functioning properly

J. 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 Blue

Solid Blue

Blinking Amber

Router is NOT connected to the Internet

Router is atte mpting to connect to the Internet

Router is connected to the Internet

Problem with connecting to the Internet

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K. Connections to Wired Computers

Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100/1000 auto-negotiation, auto -uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4.

L. USB Port

Plug in your USB storage device here.

M. Connection to Modem

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

N. 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.

i. Resetting the Router

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

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ii. Restoring the Factory Defaults

Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then release it. T he lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to blink. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the restore is complete.

O. Power Jack – Black

Connect the included 12V/1.5A DC power supply to this jack.

(K)

(L)

(M)

(N)

(O)

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

• Belkin N+ Wireless Router

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• Power Supply

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

• User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD

• Network Status Display Guide

• Wireless Security Setup Guide

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 por t on it.

Ethernet USB

Setup Assistant

Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant soft ware 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 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 200 0, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10.x, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.

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LAN

WAN

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Step 1: Hardware Connections

1. Find the cable connecting your modem and computer*. Unplug it

from the computer and plug it into the yellow port on the Belkin Router.

2. Connect the new cable (provided in the box) to any gray por t on the Router. Plug the other end into a net work (Ethernet) por t on your computer.

3. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet, and the other end into the black port on the Belkin Router. As the Router wakes up, lights will come on; reche ck your connections if the “Wired” and “Router” lights are not a steady blue after 20 seconds.

4. Rotate the antennas up.

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5. Locate the CD in this guide and inser t it into your computer. The

Setup Wizard should appear automatically. If it doesn’t, open the CD in My Computer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac OS X) and double -click the “Router Setup” icon.

*If you a re replacing a n existing route r, find the cabl e conne cting th e modem and old router. Discon nect it from the old ro uter and plug it into the yellow port o n the new router.

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

A. 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.

B. 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 1 – B.

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 star t the Setup Assistant.

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Select Countr y

Select your countr y 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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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.

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1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections

The Setup Assistant will now verif y your hardware connection.

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1.3 Naming your Wireless Network

The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect. You can either use the default or change it to something unique. Write down this name for future reference. Click “Next” to continue.

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1.4 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 countr y or ISP from the drop-down boxes.

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1.5 Configuring the Router

The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by se nding data to the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions.

Note: Do not disconnect any cable or powe r off the Router while the Router is rebooting. Doing so will render your Router inoperable.

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1.6 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 sur fing 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 “E xit the Assistant” 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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1.7 Optional: Assist ance Connecting Other Computers

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

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Congratulations

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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Storage Manager

The Storage Manager is an application that provides easy access to your USB storage device. Once this is installed, your storage device will appear as a drive letter (e.g., D:\) in your “My Computer” folder. You may read and write to this drive as if it were directly at tached to your computer. Note that the Router currently supports FAT, FAT32, and NTFS file systems.

Click “Next” to install the Storage Manager application.

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Click “Finish” to go back to the main menu. You may now access the drive as if it were directly attached to your computer. Once installed, please use the CD to install this application on all computers on which you wish to access the storage device.

Storage Manager also allows you to safely eject the storage device before unplugging it from your Router. This is recommended before unplugging the USB storage device as there might be another user on your network who is accessing the drive. Simply right-click on the “Storage Manager” icon in the system tray and select the appropriate button.

Alternatively, you do not need to install the Storage Manager in order to access your storage device. Open a file explorer window and type in the addres s field:

\\192.168.2.1\DeviceName

where “DeviceName” is the name that was assigned to the storage device.

Your Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router suppor ts up to four USB storage device s through a separate USB hub (not included). Note that the Router can supply a maximum of 500mA of current to the port, so it is recommended that the hub be externally powered. Additionally, some USB hard drives require more than 50 0mA and must be ex ternally powered to function.

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Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide

See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section.

Step 2: Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server

See the section in this Use r Manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for directions.

Step 3: Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advance d User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “ww w”). Then press the “Enter” key.

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 pas sword blank and click the “Submit” button to log in.

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 t wo ways that the computer can be logged out. Clicking the “Logout” button will log the compute r 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 one to 99 minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual titled “Changing the Login Time-Out Setting”.

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Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

The home page is the first page you will see when you access the 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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1. Quick-Navigation Links

You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped by tabs to make finding a par ticular setting easier to find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab will show you a short description of the tab’s function.

2. Home Button

The home button is available in ever y page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page.

3. Help Button

The “Help” but ton 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.

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4. Login/Logout Button

This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “Connected” in blue, 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 set tings of the Router.

5. Internet-Status Indicator

The “Help” but ton 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.

6. Language

Shows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select a desirable language by clicking one of the available languages.

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7. Version Info

The “Help” but ton 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.

8. L AN Settings

The “Help” but ton 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.

9. WL AN S ett ings

Shows the settings of the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) side of the Router, including the SSID and security settings.

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10. 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 links or by clicking on the “Internet/WAN” quicknavigation link on the left side of the screen.

11. Router Status

Shows the status of the Router’s 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.

12. Page Name

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

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