Belkin F5D9230UK4 User Manual

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

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

Placement of your Wireless G Plus MIMO Router. . . . . . . . .

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

Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements . . . . . . .

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

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

6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . . 42

Changing LAN Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Configuring the Wireless Network Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Setting WPA Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Setting WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using the Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Setting MAC Address Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Using Dynamic DNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Utilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Restarting the Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Updating the Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

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

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

9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO Router
(the Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the
benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices
that maximize 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 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 – Belkin’s Easy Installation 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

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

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Placement of your Wireless G Plus MIMO Router

Important Factors for Placement and Setup

Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is
to your Router (or access point). 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 (or access
point) and connected devices increases. This may or may not be
noticeable to you. As you move farther from your Router (or access
point), 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 from the Router (or access point) 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 (or Access Point) Placement

Place your Router (or access point), 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 (or access point’s) networking
antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned
vertically (toward the ceiling). If your Router (or access point)
itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as
possible in an upward direction.

• In multistory homes, place the Router (or access point) on a
floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible.
This may mean placing the Router (or access point) on an
upper floor.

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• Try not to place the Router (or access point) near a cordless

2.4GHz phone.

2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your Router (or access point) 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 or access point)

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 (or access
point) and your wireless-enabled computers.

• Unplug and remove the battery 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 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 (or access point) to channel 11. See your
phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.

• If necessary, 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 office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with yours.

Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of
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are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move
your Router (or access point) 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. See your network card’s user guide for
more information.

These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible
area with your Router (or access point). Should you need to
cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range
Extender/Access Point.

5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections typically 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

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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 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.

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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 Plus MIMO 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® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000, and
XP, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network
adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).

Front-Panel LED Display

Lighted 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 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.

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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch

The Router has a built-in, 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.

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

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

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.

Easy Install Wizard

The 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 Service
Provider (ISP). In a matter of minutes, your Router will be up and running
on the Internet.

Note: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE,
Me, 2000, XP, and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system,
the Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in
this User Manual (see page 24).

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Integrated G Plus MIMO Wireless Access Point

G Plus MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves
data rates up to 54Mbps. Actual throughput is typically lower than
the connected data rate and will vary depending on your networking
environment.

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 Wireless G Plus MIMO Router

• Quick Installation Guide

• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD

• Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• Power Supply

• User Manual

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

Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements

• A PC running Windows® 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, or a Mac®
computer running Mac OS® X

• Minimum 64MB RAM

• Internet browser

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cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and
utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the TOP of the Router
to provide you with information about network activity and status.

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A. Wireless Network LED

OFF Wireless network is OFF
Green Wireless network is ready
Blinking Indicates wireless activity

B. Wired Computer Status LEDs

These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the numbered
ports on the rear of the Router. When a computer is properly
connected to one of the wired computer ports on the rear of the
Router, the LED will light. When information is being sent over
the port, the LED blinks rapidly.

OFF No device is linked to the port
Green 10Base-T device connected
Blinking Port activity

C. Modem/WAN Status LED

This LED lights in GREEN to indicate that your modem is
connected properly to the Router. It blinks rapidly when
information is being sent over the port between the Router and
the modem.

OFF No WAN link
Solid Green Good WAN link
Blinking Green WAN activity

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D. Internet/Connected LED

This unique LED 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, the Router is attempting
to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid GREEN, the
Router is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect
after x minutes” feature, this LED becomes extremely useful in
monitoring the status of your Router’s connection.

OFF Router is not connected to the

Internet

Blinking Green Router is attempting to connect to

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Solid Green Router is connected to the Internet

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E. Power/Ready LED

When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period
of time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the
“Power/Ready” LED blinks. When the Router has completely
booted up, the “Power/Ready” LED 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 ready

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F. Power Jack – GRAY

Connect the included 12V/0.5A DC power supply to this jack.

G. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) – YELLOW

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. These ports correspond to the numbered
LEDs on the front of the Router.

H. Connection to Modem (Modem Port) – BLUE

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 cable supplied with the
cable modem may not work properly.

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I. 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 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.

(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 “Power/Ready” light will begin to blink. When the “Power/
Ready” light becomes solid again, the restore is complete.

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

• Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO Router

• Category 5 Networking Cable (for connecting the Router to the
computer)

• Power Supply

• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD

• User Manual

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.

Ethernet USB

Easy Install Wizard

Belkin has provided our Easy Install Wizard 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 Easy Install Wizard requires that your
Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP 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 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, you must set up the Router
using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.

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Step 1 Run the Easy Install Wizard Software

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1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this

time.

2 Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now

directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT
THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.

• The Easy Install Wizard CD-ROM

• The Router

• The Router Power Supply

• Category 5 Networking Cable

• This User Manual

3 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your

computer.

Windows User: Insert the Easy Install
Wizard software CD into your CD-ROM
drive. The Network Setup Utility screen
will automatically appear on your screen
within 15 seconds. Click on “Run the
Easy Install Wizard” to begin.

Select your region from the drop-down box shown on the screen.

Note for Windows Users: If the Easy Install

Wizard does not start up automatically, select
your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and
double-click on the file named “Start” to start
the Network Setup Utility.

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Mac OS Users: Insert the Easy Install Wizard software CD into your CD-

ROM drive. Click on the CD icon; a folder will pop up. To begin, click on
“start.osx” if you have Mac OS X.

4.Follow the Easy Install Wizard

to complete the installation.

Welcome Screen

After you insert the CD into
your CD-ROM drive, the
Wizard’s welcome screen will
appear. Make sure you have not
connected the Router at this
point. If you have connected
your Router, please reconnect
your computer directly to the

modem. Click “Next” when you are ready to move on.

Progress Screen

Easy Install will show you a
progress screen each time a step
in the setup has been completed.
Each time you see the progress
screen, click “Next” when you are
ready to move to the next step.

1.1 Examining Settings

The Wizard will now examine your
computer’s network settings and
gather information needed to
complete the Router’s connection
to the Internet. When the Wizard is
finished examining your computer,
click “Next” to continue.

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1.2 Multi-NICs Screen

This screen will appear ONLY if you have more than one network
adapter installed in your computer. If you have more than one network

adapter installed in your computer,
the Wizard will need to know which
adapter is connected to your modem.
Select the network card that is
connected to your modem from the
list and click “Next”. If you are not
sure which adapter to choose, select
the adapter at the top of the list. If you
mistakenly choose the wrong adapter
now, you will be able to choose a
different one later.

Hardware Setup – Connect the Router to your Modem

Step 2

The Wizard will walk you through connecting your Router to your
computer and modem. Follow the steps on the screen using the
pictures as a guide.

and computer

2.1 This step instructs you to locate

the cable connected between your
modem and the networking port on
your computer. Unplug this cable
from the computer and plug it into
the BLUE port on the Router. Click
“Next” to continue.

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2.2 This step instructs you to locate

the YELLOW cable that is included
with your Router. Plug one end
of this cable into ANY one of the
YELLOW ports on your Router.
Plug the other end of the cable
into the networking port on
your computer. Click “Next” to
continue.

2.3 This step instructs you to locate

the power supply that is included
with your Router. Plug the power
supply’s small connector into the
GRAY port on the Router. Plug the
power supply into an empty power
outlet. Click “Next” to continue.

2.4 This step instructs you to look

at the lights on the front of your
Router. Make sure the appropriate
lights are ON. Refer to the Easy
Install Wizard software on your
computer’s screen for more
details. Click “Next” to continue.

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Step 3 Checking the Connection

3.1

Once you have completed

connecting the Router, the Wizard
will check the connection to the
Router then go on to determine
what type of Internet connection
you have.

3.2 User Name and Password Needed

If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a
password, the Wizard will ask you to type in your user name and
password. If your connection type does not require a user name and
password, you will not see this screen.

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Your user name and password is

provided to you by your Internet
Service Provider. If you have to
type in a user name and password
to connect to the Internet, then
type that same user name and
password in here. Your user
name looks something like
“[e-mail]” or simply
“jsmith”. The service name is
optional and is very rarely required
by your ISP. If you don’t know
your service name, leave this
blank. When you have entered your
information, click “Next” to move
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Thi s St ep I s Optional. Click

“Next” if you want to skip it.

Using this step, you can

customize your wireless network
settings if you want to. Follow
the steps on the screen to
complete this step. Click “Next”
to continue.

Step 4 Configuring the Router

The Wizard will now transfer all of the configuration information to the
Router. This will take approximately one minute. During this time, do
not turn off the Router or computer. The Router will restart itself at the
end of this step.

4.1 Checking Internet

The Wizard will now check for

an Internet connection. This can
take a few minutes. The Wizard
may not detect a connection right
away. If not, it will retry a number
of times. The “Connected” light on
the front panel of the Router will
flash during this time. Please be
patient through this process.

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4.2 Finished

When the Internet connection

is complete, the Wizard will tell
you that you are finished. The
“Connected” LED on the front of
the Router will be solid GREEN,
indicating that the Router is now
connected to the Internet.

Your Router is now connected to the Internet. Now you can begin
surfing the Internet by opening your browser and going to your favorite
web page.

Congratulations! You have finished installing your new Belkin Router.
You are ready to set up the other computers in your home. You can
also add computers to your Router any time you want.

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Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power supply

from the modem.

1.2 Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem

and your computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the
other end connected to your modem.

1.3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on

the back of the Router labeled “Internet/WAN”.

1.4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of the

computer to one of the ports labeled “1–4”. Note: It does not matter
which numbered port you choose.

1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power

supply to the modem.

1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into

the wall, then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack.

Mac or PC computer that was originally

connected to the cable or DSL modem

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1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking

the lights on the TOP of the Router. The green light labeled “WAN”
should be ON if your modem is connected correctly to the Router. If
it is not, recheck your connections.

1.8 Verify that your computer is connected properly to the Router

by checking the lights labeled “LAN 1,2,3,4”. The light which
corresponds to the numbered port connected to your computer
should be ON, if your computer is connected properly. If it is not,
recheck your connections.

Step 2: Step 2: Set your Computer’s Network Settings to

Work with a DHCP Server

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

Step 3: Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based

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

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 one to 99 minutes. For more information, see the
section in this manual titled “Changing the Login Time-Out Setting”.

Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

The home page is the 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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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 particular
setting easier to find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab
will show you a short description of the tab’s function.

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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. Internet Status Indicator

This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating
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
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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 in to 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
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5. 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
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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 on
any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server)
or 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 links or 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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Configuring your Router for Connection to your

Step 4

The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to
connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable
of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have
correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection
type. Your ISP connection settings are provided to you by your ISP.
To configure the Router with the settings that your ISP gave you,
click “Connection Type” (A) on the left side of the screen. Select
the connection type you use. If your ISP gave you DNS settings,
clicking “DNS” (B) allows you to enter DNS address entries for ISPs
that require specific settings. Clicking “MAC Address” (C) will let you
clone your computer’s MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC
address, if required by your ISP. When you have finished making
settings, the “Internet Status” indicator will read “Connection OK” if
your Router is set up properly.

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Setting your Connection Type

From the “Connection Type” page, you can select the type of connection
you use. Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button

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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to
Dynamic IP

A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type
found with cable modems. Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in
many cases is enough to complete the connection to your ISP. Some
dynamic connection types may require a host name. You can enter
your host name in the space provided if you were assigned one. Your
host name is assigned by your ISP. Some dynamic connections may
require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally
connected to the modem.

1. Host Name

This space is provided to enter a host name that needs to be
visible to your ISP. Enter your host name here and click “Apply
Changes” (3). If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you
are not sure, leave this blank.

2. Change WAN MAC Address

If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the
service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the
current computer’s MAC address through this link.

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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to
Static IP

A static IP address connection type is less common than other
connection types. If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will
need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This
information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your
ISP left with you. Type in your information, then click “Apply Changes”

(3). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read

“Connection OK” if your Router is set up properly.

1. IP Address

Provided by your ISP. Enter your IP address here.

2. Subnet Mask

Provided by your ISP. Enter your subnet mask here.

3. ISP Gateway Address

Provided by your ISP. Enter the ISP gateway address here.

4. My ISP Provides More Than One Static IP Address

If your ISP assigns you more than one static IP address, your
Router is capable of handling up to five static WAN IP addresses.
Select “My ISP provides more than one static IP address” and
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Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE

Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a
DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log
you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or
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Your connection type is PPPoE if:

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Your ISP gave you a user name and password which is required to

connect to the Internet

2. Your ISP gave you software such as WinPOET or Enternet300 that

you use to connect to the Internet

3. You have to double-click on a desktop Icon other than your browser

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1. User Name

This space is provided to type in your User name that was
assigned by your ISP.

2. Password

Type in your password and re-type it into the “Retype Password”
box to confirm it.

3. Service Name

A Service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if
your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank.

4. MTU

The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives
you a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU setting
can cause problems with your Internet connection including
disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access and
problems with Internet applications working properly.

5. Disconnect after X…

The Disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect the
router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified
period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this
option and entering 5 into the minute field will cause the router
to disconnect from the Internet after 5 minutes of no Internet
activity. This option should be used if you pay for your Internet
service by the minute.

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Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to
Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP)

[European Countries Only]. Some ISPs require a connection using
PPTP protocol, a type of connection most common in European
countries. This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system. Type
in the information provided by your ISP in the space provided. When
you have finished, click “Apply Changes” (9). After you apply the
changes, the Internet Status indicator will read “Connection OK” if
your Router is set up properly.

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1. PPTP Account

Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here.

2. PPTP Password

Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password”
box to confirm it.

3. Host Name

Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here.

4. Service IP Address

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5. My IP Address

Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.

6 My Subnet Mask

Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here.

7. Connection ID (optional)

Provided by your ISP. If your ISP did not give you a connection
ID, leave this blank.

8. Disconnect after X…

The Disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect the
Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified
period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this
option and entering “5” into the minute field will cause the Router
to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet
activity. This option should be used if you pay for your Internet
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Setting your Connection Type if You Are a Telstra® BigPond User

Your user name and password are provided to you by Telstra BigPond.
Enter this information below. Choosing your state from the drop-down
menu (6) will automatically fill in your login server IP address. If your
login server address is different than one provided here, you may
manually enter the login server IP address by placing a check in the
box next to “User Decide Login Server Manually” (4) and type in the
address next to “Login Server” (5). When you have entered all of your
information, click “Apply Changes” (7). After you apply the changes,
the Internet Status indicator will read “Connection OK” if your Router
is set up properly.

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1. Select your State

Select your state from the drop-down menu (6). The “Login
Server” box will automatically be filled in with an IP address.
If for some reason this address does not match the address
that Telstra has given, you can manually enter the login server
address. See “User Decide Login Server Manually” (4).

2. User Name

Provided by your ISP. Type in your user name here.

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3. Password

Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password”
box to confirm it.

4. User Decide Login Server Manually

If your login server IP address is not available in the “Select Your
State” drop-down menu (6), you may manually enter the login
server IP address by placing a check in the box next to “User
Decide Login Server Manually” and type in the address next to
“Login Server” (5).

Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings

A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that
translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www.belkin.com”
to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require
you to enter this information into the Router. The “Automatic from ISP”
box (1) should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS
address. If you are using a static 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.
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)
to save the settings.

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Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address

All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have
a unique “serial number” called a MAC address. Your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) may record the MAC address of your computer’s
adapter and only let that particular computer connect to the Internet
service. When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be
“seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Belkin
has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the
computer into the Router. This MAC address, in turn, will be seen
by the ISP’s system as the original MAC address and will allow the
connection to work. If you are not sure whether your ISP needs to
see the original MAC address, simply clone the MAC address of the
computer that was originally connected to the modem. Cloning the
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Cloning your MAC Address

To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the
computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before
the Router was installed. Click the “Clone” button (1). Click “Apply
Changes” (3). Your MAC address is now cloned to the Router.

Entering a Specific MAC Address

In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address.
You can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page. Type in a
MAC address in the spaces provided (2) and click “Apply Changes”

(3) to save the changes. The Router’s WAN MAC address will now be

changed to the MAC address you specified

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

You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.

Viewing the LAN Settings

Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) 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” (2) or to view the list of connected computers,
click on “DHCP client list” (3).

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Changing LAN Settings

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

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1. IP Address

The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The
default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access 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)

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2. Subnet Mask

There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique,
advanced feature of your Belkin Router. It is possible to change
the subnet mask if necessary; however, do NOT make changes to
the subnet mask unless you have a specific reason to do so. The
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3. 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”.

4. IP Pool

The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment
to the computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99
computers). 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 DHCP server can assign 100 IP addresses
automatically. This means that you cannot specify an IP address
pool larger than 100 computers. For example, starting at 50
means you have to end at 150 or lower so as not to exceed the
100-client limit. The starting IP address must be lower in number
than the ending IP address.

5. 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.

6. Local Domain Name

The default setting is “Belkin”. 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
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Viewing the DHCP Client List Page

You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are
connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of
the computer, the host name (2) (if the computer has been assigned
one), and the MAC address (3) of the computer’s network interface
card (NIC). Pressing the “Refresh” (4) button will update the list. If
there have been any changes, the list will be updated.

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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings

The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network
settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network
name (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and
configure the Router to be used as an Access Point.

Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID)

To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service
Set Identifier) is used. The SSID is your network name. The default
network name of the Router is “Belkin G Plus MIMO_” followed by
six digits that are unique to your Router. Your network name will look
something like “Belkin G Plus MIMO_012345”. You can change this to
anything you choose, or you can leave it unchanged. Keep in mind, if
you decide to change your wireless network name, and there are other
wireless networks operating in your area, your network name needs
to be different from other wireless networks that may be operating
in your area. To change the SSID, type in the SSID that you want to
use in the SSID field (1) and click “Apply Changes” (2). 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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Using the Wireless Mode Switch

This switch allows you to set the Router’s wireless modes. There are
three modes.

802.11g-Only Mode

Setting the Router to this mode will allow only G Plus MIMO and

802.11g-compliant devices to join the network, keeping out any slower

802.11b devices.

802.11g & 802.11b

Setting the Router to this mode will let G Plus MIMO-, 802.11g-, and

802.11b-compliant devices to join the network.

Off

This mode will turn OFF the Router’s Access Point, so no wireless
devices can join the network. Turning off the wireless function of
your Router is a great way to secure your network when you are away
from home for a long period of time, or don’t want to use the wireless
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Changing the Wireless Channel

There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. 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 for the country you reside in. 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.

Auto Channel Selection Feature and Changing the Channel

For best performance, your Router should use a channel that is at
least five channels away from the other wireless networks in the area.
For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set
your network to channel 6 or below. The auto channel selection mode
will choose the clearest channel to operate on when the Router is first
powered up. Your Router ships from the factory with the auto channel
feature enabled. You can manually select a channel if you wish;
however, it is recommended to use the auto channel mode. To change
the channel, select the channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply
Changes”. The change is immediate.

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Using the Broadcast SSID Feature

Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced
users only. For security, 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, remove the check mark from the
box next to “Broadcast SSID”, 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.

Protected Mode Switch

Protected mode will ensure proper operation of 802.11g devices on
your G Plus MIMO network when 802.11b devices are present or
when there is heavy 802.11b traffic in the operating environment.
If you are using a mix of Belkin G Plus MIMO Wireless Cards and

802.11b or 802.11g cards on your network, protected mode should
be used. If you are in an environment where there is no other (or very
little) 802.11b wireless network traffic, best 802.11g performance
may be achieved with protected mode OFF. If you are operating in an
environment with HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference, best 802.11g
performance may be achieved with protected mode ON. Wireless G
Plus MIMO performance is not affected by this setting.

Changing the Wireless Security Settings

Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called
Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA). It also supports the legacy security
standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). By default, wireless
security is disabled. To enable security, you will need to determine
which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click
“Security” on the “Wireless” tab.

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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
Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption methods.

WPA2 Requirements

IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers
and wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver,
and client utility software that supported WPA2. At the time of this
User Manual’s publication, a couple security patches are available,
for free download, from Microsoft®. These patches work only with
the Windows XP operating system. Other operating systems are not
supported at this time.

For Windows XP computers that do 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://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=826942

For Windows XP with Service Pack 2, Microsoft has released a
free download to update the wireless client components to support
WPA2 (KB893357). The update is available from:
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;893357

IMPORTANT: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client
cards/adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and
installed the latest driver. Most of the Belkin wireless cards have driver
updates available for download from the Belkin support site:
www.belkin.com/networking.

Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)

Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in both WPA2-Personal (PSK)
mode and WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) mode. Typically, WPA2-Personal
(PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment, while
WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) is implemented in a business environment
where an external radius server distributes the network key to the
clients automatically. This guide will focus on WPA2-Personal (PSK)
usage. Please refer to the User Manual for more information about
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1. After you’ve set up your Router, go to the “Security” page under

“Wireless” and select “WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)” from the
“Security Mode” drop-down menu.

2. For “Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK”, “WPA2-PSK”, or “WPA-

PSK + WPA2-PSK”. This setting will have to be identical on the
wireless clients that you set up. “WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK” mode
will allow the Router to support clients running either WPA or WPA2
security.

3. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP”, “AES”, or “TKIP+AES”.

This setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that you
set up.

4. Enter your pre-shared key (PSK). This can be from eight to 63

characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same
key must be used on all of the wireless clients that you set up. For
example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family network
key”.

5. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all wireless

clients to match these settings.

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Setting WPA Security

Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be
equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User
Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for
free download. This patch works only with Windows XP.

Your Router supports WPA-PSK (no server). WPA-PSK uses what is
known as a pre-shared key as the security key. A pre-shared 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 key to access the network. Typically this is the mode
that will be used in a home environment.

Setting WPA-PSK

1.

From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK (no

server)”.

2. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will

have to be identical on the clients that you set up.

3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63 characters

and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be
used on all of the clients that you set up.

4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to

match these settings.

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Setting WEP Encryption

Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with
Apple® AirPort®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set
the encryption using the manual method described in the next section.

1. Select “128-bit WEP” or “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.

2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter you WEP

key manually by typing in the hex WEP key manually, or you can
type a passphrase in the “PassPhrase” field and click “Generate” to
create a WEP key from the passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to
finish. You must now set all of your clients to match these settings.

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3. Encryption in the Router is now set. Each of your computers on

your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same
passphrase. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network
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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 10 digits long and can be divided into five two­digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 26 digits long and can be divided into
13 two-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. 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 128­bit 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.

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Using the Access Point Mode

Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced
users only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless
network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing
feature and DHCP server. In AP mode, the Router will need to be
configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the
rest of the network that you will bridge to. The default IP address
is 192.168.2.254 and subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. These can be
customized for your need.

1. Enable the AP mode my selecting “Enable” in the “Use as Access

Point only” page. When you select this option, you will be able to
change the IP settings.

2. Set your IP settings to match your network. Click “Apply Changes”.

3. Connect a cable from the WAN port on the Router to your existing

network.

The Router is now acting as an access point. To access the Router
advanced user interface again, type the IP address you specified into
your browser’s navigation bar. You can set the encryption settings,
MAC address filtering, SSID, and channel normally.

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Setting MAC Address Control

The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to
specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network.

Note: This list applies only to wireless computers. This list can be

configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network
that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you
enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client
(computer) to which you want to allow network access. The “Block”
feature lets you turn on and off access to the network easily for any
computer without having to add and remove the computer’s MAC
address from the list.

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1.

Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of

computers allowed to connect to the wireless network.

2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3), type in the MAC

address of the wireless computer you want to be able to access the
wireless network, then click “<<Add” (4).

3. Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to add have

been entered.

4. Click “Apply Changes” (5) to finish.

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Setting up a Deny Access List

The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT
want to access the network. Any computer in the list will not be
allowed access to the wireless network. All others will.

1. Select the “Deny” radio button (2) to begin setting up a list of

computers to be denied access to the wireless network.

2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3), type in the MAC

address of the wireless computer you want to deny access to the
wireless network, then click “<<Add” (4).

3. Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to deny

access to have been entered.

4. Click “Apply Changes” (5) to finish.

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Configuring the Firewall

Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network
from a wide array of common hacker attacks including:

• IP Spoofing

• Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD)

• Denial of Service (DoS)

• IP with zero length

• Smurf Attack

• TCP Null Scan

• SYN flood

• UDP flooding

• Tear Drop Attack

• ICMP defect

• RIP defect

• Fragment flooding

The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used
to attack networks. These ports appear to be “stealth” meaning
that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be
hacker. You can turn the firewall function off if needed; however, it
is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled. Disabling the
firewall protection will not leave your network completely vulnerable
to hacker attacks, but it is recommended that you leave the firewall
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Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings

The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route external (Internet)
calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21),
or other applications through your Router to your internal network.
Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall, computers
outside your network (over the Internet) cannot get to them because
they cannot be “seen”. A list of common applications has been
provided in case you need to configure the Virtual Server function
for a specific application. If your application is not listed, you will
need to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings
you need.

Choosing an Application

Select your application from the drop-down list. Click “Add”. The
settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen.
Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting for that application. To
remove an application, select the number of the row that you want to
remove then click “Clear”.

Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server

To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided
for the internal (server) machine, the port(s) required to pass (use a
comma between multiple ports), select the port type (TCP or UDP),
and click “Apply Changes”. You can only pass one port per internal IP
address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security risk. You
can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that
you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.

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Setting Client IP Filters

The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet,
e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times.
Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers,
or multiple computers.

To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter
the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the
IP fields (1). Next, enter “80” in both the port fields (2). Select “Both”

(3). Select “Block” (4). You can also select “Always” to block access

all of the time. Select the day to start on top (5), the time to start on
top (6), the day to end on the bottom (7), and the time to stop (8) on
the bottom. Select “Enable” (9). Click “Apply Changes”. The computer
at the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet
access at the times you specified. Note: Be sure you have selected the
correct time zone under “Utilities> System Settings> Time Zone”.

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Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)

The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network
to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the
firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or
video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis.
The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks.

To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in
the IP field and select “Enable”. Click “Apply Changes” for the change
to take effect. If you are using multiple static WAN IP addresses,
it is possible to select which WAN IP address the DMZ host will be
directed to. Type in the WAN IP address you wish the DMZ host to
direct to, enter the last two digits of the IP address of the DMZ host
computer, select “Enable” and click “Apply Changes”.

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Using Dynamic DNS

The Dynamic DNS 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.

The Dynamic DNSSM 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 “User Name” field (1).

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

3.

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

the “Domain Name” field (3).

4.

Click “Update Dynamic DNS” to update your IP address.

Whenever your IP address assigned by your ISP changes, the Router
will automatically update DynDNS.org’s servers with your new IP
address. You can also do this manually by clicking the “Update
Dynamic DNS” button (4).

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Blocking an ICMP Ping

Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential
victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving
a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that
something of interest might be there. The Router can be set up so it
will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens your
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To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click
“Apply Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.

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Utilities

The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the
Router and perform certain administrative functions.

Parental Control

See the included Parental Control User Manual for more information
on the Parental Control feature.

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Restarting the Router

Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it
begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will
NOT delete any of your configuration settings.

Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation

1.

Click the “Restart

Router” button.

2. The following message

will appear. Click “OK”.

3. The following message

will appear. Restarting
the Router can take
up to 60 seconds. It is
important not to turn off
the power to the Router
during the restart.

4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the

countdown reaches zero, the Router will be restarted. The Router
home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router’s
address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your
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Restoring Factory Default Settings

Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the
factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your
settings before you restore all of the defaults.

1. Click the “Restore

Defaults” button.

2. The following message

will appear. Click “OK”.

3. The following message

will appear. Restoring
the defaults includes
restarting the Router.
It can take up to 60
seconds. It is important
not to turn the power
to the Router off during
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4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the

countdown reaches zero, the Router’s defaults will be restored. The
Router home page should appear automatically. If it does not, type
in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation
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Saving a Current Configuration

You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving
your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are
lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current
configuration before performing a firmware update.

1. Click “Save”. A window

called “File Download”
will open. Click “Save”.

2. A window will open

that allows you to
select the location
where you want to
save the configuration
file. Select a location.
You can name the file
anything you want, or
use the default name
“Config”. Be sure to
name the file so you
can locate it yourself
later. When you have
selected the location
and name of the file,
click “Save”.

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3. When the save is

complete, you will see
the window below.
Click “Close”.

The configuration is now

saved.

Restoring a Previous Configuration

This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration.

1. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the

location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.bin”.
Locate the configuration file you want to restore and double-click on it.

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2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.

3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the

configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”.

4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the

countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored.
The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in
the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar
of your browser.

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Updating the Firmware

From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Router’s
firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to
problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware,
you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and
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Checking for a New Version of Firmware

The “Check Firmware” (1) button allows you to instantly check for a
new version of firmware. When you click the button, a new browser
window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is
available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is
available, you will have the option to download it.

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Downloading a New Version of Firmware

If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of
firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below:

1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.

2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you

want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the
file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to locate
the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. When you
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3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window.

Click “Close”.

The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware,
follow the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”.

Updating the Router’s Firmware

1. In the “Firmware

Update” page, click
“Browse”. A window will
open that allows you to
select the location of the
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Select the file by
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3. The “Update Firmware”

box will now display
the location and name
of the firmware file you
just selected. Click
“Update”.

4. You will be asked if you

are sure you want to
continue. Click “OK”.

5. You will see one more message. This message tells you that the

Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware
is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted. Click “OK”.

6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the

countdown reaches zero, the Router firmware update will be
complete. The Router home page should appear automatically. If
not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the
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Changing System Settings

The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new
administrator password, set the time zone, enable remote
management, and turn on and off the NAT function of the Router.

Setting or Changing the Administrator Password

The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a
password for greater security, you can set a password here. Write
down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if
you need to log into the Router in the future. It is also recommended
that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management
feature of your Router.

Changing the Login Time-Out Setting

The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you
can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup interface. The timer
starts when there has been no activity. For example, imagine you have
made some changes in the advanced setup interface, then left your
computer alone without clicking “Logout”. Assuming the time-out is
set to 10 minutes, 10 minutes after you leave, the login session will
expire. You will have to log into the Router again to make any more
changes. The login time-out option is for security purposes and the
default is set to 10 minutes.

Note: Only one computer can be logged into the Router’s advanced
setup interface at one time.

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Setting the Time and Time Zone

The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time
Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the Router to synchronize the
system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the
Router is used to record the security log and control client filtering.
Select the time zone that you reside in. You have the option to select
a primary and a backup NTP server to keep your Router’s clock
synchronized. Select your desired NPT server from the drop-down
box, or simply keep it as is.

If you reside in an area that observes daylight saving, then place a
check mark in the box next to “Enable Daylight Saving”. The system
clock may not update immediately. Allow at least 15 minutes for the
Router to contact the time servers on the Internet and get a response.
You cannot set the clock yourself.

Enabling Remote Management

Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE
SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote

management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings
from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of remotely
managing the Router. The first is to allow access to the Router from
anywhere on the Internet by selecting “Any IP address can remotely
manage the Router”. By typing in your WAN IP address from any
computer on the Internet, you will be presented with a login screen
where you need to type in the password of your Router. The second
method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the
Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method,
enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Router from
in the space provided and select “Only this IP address can remotely
manage the Router”. Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY
RECOMMENDED that you set your administrator password. Leaving
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Advanced Feature: The “Remote Access Port” option allows you to
configure the desired “Remote Access Port for Remote Management”
feature. The default access port is set to port 80.

Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)

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

Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE
ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is
the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned
by your ISP with the other computers on your network. This function
should only be used if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or
you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration. If you
have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your
network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may
also occur. Turning off NAT will not affect your firewall functions.

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Enabling/Disabling UPnP

UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature
offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless
operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other
applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some applications require
the Router’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate
properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports, and in
some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnP­compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically
“telling” the Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The
Router ships with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any
applications that are UPnP-compliant, and wish to take advantage of
the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select
“Enable” in the “UPnP Enabling” section of the “Utilities” page. Click
“Apply Changes” to save the change.

Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update

This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to
automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you
that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Router’s
advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new
firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to
download the new version or ignore it.

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Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem
FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add
computers to your Router after the Router has been set up to connect
to the Internet.

Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x

1.

Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and select “TCP/

IP”.

2. You will see the TCP/IP control panel. Select “Ethernet Built-In” or

“Ethernet” in the “Connect via:” drop-down menu (1).

3. Next to “Configure” (2), if “Manually” is selected, your Router will

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IP connection type. Write the
address information in the table
below. You will need to enter this
information into the Router.

4. If not already set, at “Configure:”,

choose “Using DHCP Server”.
This will tell the

obtain an IP address from the
Router.

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will appear. Click “Save”.

Restart the computer. When the
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1.

Click on the “System Preferences” icon.

2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu.

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4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should see

“Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab

(5) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE” is NOT selected. If it

is, you will need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection
type using your user name and password.

5. If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a

static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table
below. You will need to enter this information into the Router.

6. If not already selected, select “Using DHCP” next to “Configure”
(4), then click “Apply Now”.

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1.

Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”.

2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon

(Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP).

3. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with your

network adapter and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu.

4. In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click “Internet

Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click the “Properties” button. The following
screen will appear:

5. If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router will

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need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address
information the table below. You will need to enter this information
into the Router.

6. If not already selected, select “Obtain an IP address automatically”
(1) and “Obtain DNS server address automatically” (3). Click “OK”.

Your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.

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1.

Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties”

from the drop-down menu.

2. Select “TCP/IP Settings” for your installed network adapter. You will

see the following window.

3. If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Router will need to be

set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information
in the table below. You will need to enter this information into the
Router.

4. Write the IP address and subnet mask from the “IP Address” tab
(3).

5. Click the “Gateway” tab (2). Write the gateway address down in the

chart.

6. Click the “DNS

Configuration” tab (1).
Write the DNS address(es)
in the chart.

7. If not already selected,
select “Obtain IP address
automatically” on the IP
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In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web
browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or
the advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser’s
settings to the recommended settings in this section.

Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher

1.

Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.

2. In the “Internet Options” screen, there are three selections: “Never

dial a connection”, “Dial whenever a network connection is not
present”, and “Always dial my default connection”. If you can make
a selection, select “Never dial a connection”. If you cannot make a
selection, go to the next step.

3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and

select “LAN Settings…”.

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4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed

options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic
configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then
click “OK” again in the “Internet Options” page.

Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher

1.

Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”.

2. In the “Preferences” window, click on “Advanced” then select

“Proxies”. In the “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection to the
Internet”.

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Problem:

Installation CD does not automatically start.

Solution:

If the CD-ROM does not start the Easy Install Wizard automatically,
it could be that the computer is running other applications that are
interfering with the CD drive.

1. If the Easy Install Wizard screen does not appear within 15-20

seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the
“My Computer” icon that is located on your desktop.

2. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Easy Installation

CD has been placed in to start the installation.

3. The Easy Install Wizard should start within a few seconds. If,

instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD,
double-click on the icon labeled “EasyInstall.exe”.

4. If the Easy Install Wizard still does not start, reference the

section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 79)
of this User Manual for an alternative setup method).

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Problem:

Easy Install Wizard cannot find my Router.

Solution:

If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during the
installation process, please check the following items:

1. If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during the

installation process, there may be third-party firewall software
installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet.
Examples of third-party firewall software are ZoneAlarm,
BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton
Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on
your computer, please make sure that you properly configure
it. You can determine if the firewall software is preventing
Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall
is disabled, Internet access works properly, you will need to
change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned
on. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of
your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall
to allow Internet access.

2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the

power back into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s Power light
is on; it should be solid green. If not, check to make sure that
the AC adapter is connected to the Router and plugged into a
wall outlet.

3. Ensure that you have a cable (use the cable included with the

Router) connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on
the back of the computer and (2) one of the LAN ports, labeled
“1” through “4”, on the back of the Router.

Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port

labeled “Internet/WAN” on the back of the Router.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer, then rerunning

the Easy Install Wizard.

If the Easy Install Wizard is still unable to find the Router,

reference the section titled “Manually Configuring Network
Settings” for installation steps.

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Problem:

Easy Install Wizard cannot connect my Router to the Internet.

Solution:

If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to connect the Router to the
Internet, please check the following items:

1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Easy

Install Wizard. If the troubleshooting screen does not open
automatically, click on the “Troubleshoot” button in the lower,
right-hand corner of the Easy Install Wizard window.

2. If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure that

you have typed in your user name and password correctly.
Some user names require that the ISP’s domain may be at the
end of the name. Example: “[e-mail]”. The “@myisp.
com” part of the user name may need to be typed as well as
your user name.

If you continue to have no Internet connection, reference the

section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings” on page 79.

Problem:

• The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web
browser doesn’t work.

• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “WAN” light on my
Router is off, and the “Connected” light is blinking.

Solution:

If you cannot connect to the Internet, and the “WAN” light is off,
and the “Connected” light is blinking, the problem may be that your
modem and Router are not connected properly.

1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the

Router is connected. We strongly recommend using the cable
that was supplied with your cable or DSL modem for this
purpose. The cable should be connected at one end to the
Router’s “Internet/WAN” port, and at the other end to the
network port on your modem.

2. Unplug the cable or DSL modem from its power source for three

minutes. After three minutes, plug the modem back into its

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power source. This may force the modem to properly recognize
the Router.

3. Unplug the power to your Router, wait 10 seconds, and then

reconnect the power. This will cause the Router to reattempt
communication with the modem. If the “WAN” light on the Router
is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin
Technical Support.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer.

Problem:

• The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web
browser doesn’t work.

• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “WAN” light on my
Router is on, and the “Connected” light is blinking.

Solution:

If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “WAN” light is on, and

1.

the “Connected” light is blinking, the problem may be that your
connection type may not match the ISP’s connection.

2. If you have a “static IP address” connection, your ISP must

assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.
Please refer to the section entitled “Alternate Setup Method” for
details on changing this setting.

3. If you have a “PPPoE” connection, your ISP will assign you a

user name and password and sometimes a service name. Make
sure the Router’s connection type is configured to PPPoE and the
settings are entered properly. Please refer to the section entitled
“Alternate Setup Method” for details on changing this setting.

4. You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific

requirements of your ISP. To search our knowledge base for ISP­specific issues, go to: http://web.belkin.com/support and type in
“ISP”.

If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these
settings, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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Problem:

• The Easy Install Wizard completed, but my web browser doesn’t
work.

• I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “WAN” light on my
Router is blinking, and the “Connected” light is solid.

Solution:

If the “WAN” light is blinking, and the “Connected” light is solid,

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but you are unable to access the Internet, there may be third­party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to
access the Internet. Examples of third-party firewall software are
ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall,
and Norton Personal Firewall.

2. If you do have firewall software installed on your computer,

please make sure that you properly configure it. You can
determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access
by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled,
Internet access works properly, you will need to change the
firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on.

3. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your

firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to
allow Internet access.

If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any
firewall software, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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Problem:

I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly.

Solution:

If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless
computer, please check the following items:

1. Look at the lights on your Router. If you’re using a Belkin Router,

the lights should be as follows:

• The “Power” light should be on.

• The “Connected” light should be on, and not blinking.

• The “WAN Internet” light should be either on or blinking.

• The “Wireless” light should be on or blinking

2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the

system tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen.

3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model

of wireless card you have; however, any of the utilities should
have a list of “Available Networks”—those wireless networks it
can connect to.

Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results?

Yes, my network name is listed – go to the troubleshooting solution

titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network
name is listed”

No, my network name is not listed - go to the troubleshooting solution
titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network
name is not listed”

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Problem:

I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network
name is listed.

Solution:

If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list,
please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly:

1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available

Networks” list.

2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to

enter the network key. For more information regarding security,
see the section entitled: “Setting WEP Encryption”.

3. Within a few seconds, the tray icon in the lower left-hand

corner of your screen should turn green, indication a successful
connection to the network.

Problem:

I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is
not listed.

Solution:

If the correct network name is not listed under “Available
Networks” in the wireless utility, please attempt the following
troubleshooting steps:

1. Temporarily move computer, if possible, five to 10 feet from the

Router. Close the wireless utility, and reopen it. If the correct
network name now appears under “Available Networks”, you
may have a range or interference problem. Please see the
suggestions discussed in the section titled “Placement of your
Wireless G Plus MIMO Router” on page 2 of this User Manual.

2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network

cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID”
is enabled. This setting is found on the Router’s wireless
“Channel and SSID” configuration page.

If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing

these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

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Problem:

• My wireless network performance is inconsistent.

• Data transfer is sometimes slow.

• Signal strength is poor.

• Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private
Network (VPN) connection.

Solution:

Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and
the throughput performance between devices decreases when
the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will
cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are
obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. Note also that
connection speed may decrease as you move farther away from the
Router (or access point).

In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we
suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet
from the Router.

Changing the wireless channel—Depending on local wireless
traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your
network can improve performance and reliability. The default
channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11; you may choose
from several other channels depending on your region. See the
section on page 48 entitled “Changing the Wireless Channel” for
instructions on how to choose other channels.

Limiting the wireless transmit rate—Limiting the wireless
transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range and
connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit
the transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Windows
Control Panel, open “Network Connections” and double-click on
your wireless card’s connection. In the properties dialog, select
the “Configure” button on the “General” tab (Windows 98 users
will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click
“Properties”), then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate
property.

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Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the
wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic
disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower
transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different
connection rates until you find the best one for your environment.
Note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for
browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s
user manual.

Problem:

I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
security on a Belkin Router (or Belkin Access Point).

Solution:

Log into your Wireless Router (or Access Point).

1.

Open your web browser and type in IP address of the Wireless

Router (or Access Point). (The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1, the

802.11g Access Point is 192.168.2.254.) Log into your Router by
clicking on the “Login” button in the top right-hand corner of the
screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never set
a password, leave the password field blank and click “Submit”.

Click the “Wireless” tab on the left of your screen. Select

the “Encryption” or “Security” tab to get to the security
settings page.

2. Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.

3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can type in

your hex WEP key manually, or you can type in a passphrase
in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a WEP
key from the passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You
must now set all of your clients to match these settings. A hex
(hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-F

and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys.
For example:
C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key

4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Encryption in the Wireless

Router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless

network will now need to be configured with the same

security settings.

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WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless Router (or Access

Point) from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to
ensure that security is turned on for this wireless client. If this is not
done, you will lose your wireless connection.

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 Apple AirPort product to see
which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network
with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption.

Problem:

I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP)
security on a Belkin client card.

Solution:

The client card must use the same key as the Wireless Router (or
access point). For instance, if your Wireless Router (or access point)
uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card
must be set to the exact same key.

1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless

Network” screen.

2. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure

more options of the card.

3. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless LAN

Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the
advanced features of the Belkin Wireless Card.

4. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a

network name from the “Available Networks” list and click the
“Properties” button.

5. Under “Data Encryption”, select “WEP”.

6. Ensure the check box “The key is provided for me automatically”

at the bottom is unchecked. If you are using this computer to
connect to a corporate network, please consult your network
administrator if this box needs to be checked.

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7. Type your WEP key in the “Network key” box.
Important: A WEP key is a mixture of numbers and letters from

A-F and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This
network key needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless
Router (or access point).

For example:

C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key

8. Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings.

If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult
the manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card.

Problem:

Do Belkin products support WPA?

Solution

Note:

To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded
to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ
publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from
Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating
system.

Download the patch here:

http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.
aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displayl
ang=en

You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless

802.11g Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support
site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time.
Microsoft’s patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers
such as Belkin 802.11g products

Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support for the
following products:

F5D7000, F5D7001, F5D7010, F5D7011, F5D7230-4, F5D7231-4,
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Problem:

I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA)
security on a Belkin Wireless Router (or Belkin Access Point) for a
home network.

Solution:

From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK

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(no server)”.

2. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting

will have to be identical on the clients that you set up.

3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 63

characters and can be letters, numbers, symbols, or spaces.
This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up.
For example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family
network key”.

4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to

match these settings.

Problem:

I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA)
security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network.

Solution:

Clients must use the same key that the Wireless Router (or access
point) uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key”
in the Wireless Router (or access point), the clients must also use
that same key.

1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless

Network” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view
and configure more options of your card.

2. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless

Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the
advanced features of the Belkin Wireless Card.

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3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a

network name from the “Available Networks” list and click the
“Properties” button.

4. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK (no server).

5. Type your WPA key in the “Network key” box.

Important: WPA-PSK is a mixture of numbers and letters from A-Z

and 0-9. For WPA-PSK you can enter eight to 63 characters. This
network key needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless
Router (or access point).

6. Click “OK, then “Apply” to save the settings.

Problem:

I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network and I am having
difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security.

Solution:

If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook
Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a
file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless
Protected Access” is available for free download. Download the
patch from Microsoft by searching the knowledge base for Windows
XP WPA.

Note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with

Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this
time. You also need to ensure that the wireless card’s manufacturer
supports WPA and that you have downloaded and installed the
latest driver from their support site.

Supported Operating Systems:

• Windows XP Professional

• Windows XP Home Edition