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Belkin N+ User Manual

User Manual
N+ Wireless Router
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WEP Setup ..............................................44
Setting WEP Encryption....................................44
Using the Access Point Mode ...............................46
Access Control ...........................................49
Configuring the Firewall ....................................47
Using Dynamic DNS.......................................52
Utilities................................... .............53
Restarting the Router ......................................54
Updating the Firmware .....................................59
7 Manually Configuring Network Settings ...................67
8 Recommended Web Browser Settings ....................71
9 Troubleshooting........................................73
10 Information ...........................................82
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction ............................................1
Placement of your N+ Wireless Router.........................2
2 Product Overview .......................................5
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3 Knowing your Router ....................................7
Package Contents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4 Connecting and Configuring your Router ..................11
5Alternate Setup Method .................................22
6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface ............35
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Setting WPA Security.....................................43
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you expand your network to include devices such as printers and
gaming consoles
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office
interoperable networking products.
Ř Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures
Ř Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another
Ř Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat
Ř Easy Expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let
Ř No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of
Ř Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of
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INTRODUCTION
your home
Ř Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless Router (the Router). Following are two shor t 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:
Ř Share a USB storage device (not included) within your network
Advantages of a Wireless Network
Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network:
now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer
anywhere within your wireless range
simple
networking devices from anywhere in your home
Ř Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—
Ř Easy installation – Belkin’s Easy Installation Wizard makes setup
Ř Flexibilit y – set up and access printer s, computers, and other
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Placement of your N+ Wireless Router
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is
to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is
between 100 and 200 feet.
In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will
degrade somewhat as the distance between your Router and connected
devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you
move further from your Router, connection spee d 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 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 effective ness, this checklist may help.
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Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO)
Your Belkin N+ Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology
called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N MIMO complies with the
IEEE draf t 802.11n specification. It increases spee d, range, reliability,
and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems.
The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different
from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two
simultaneous data streams to deliver wireless transfers around your
home or of fice. A conventional radio uses one antenna to transmit a
data stream. Belkin’s N MIMO, on the other hand, uses two antennas.
This design helps combat distortion and interference. Belkin’s N MIMO
is multidimensional. It builds on one-dimensional smart-antenna
technology by simultaneously transmitting two data streams through the
same channel, which increases wireless capacity.
Another element that enhances Belkin’s N MIMO is the use of
aggregation as specified in the draft 802.11n specification. By shor tening
the space between packets and combining multiple smaller packets
into one larger packet, Belkin’s N MIMO can transmit more data through
available bandwidth.
Think of conventional radio transmission as a two-lane highway. The
speed limit governs the maximum allowable flow of traffic through
that lane. Compared with conventional radios, one-dimensional smart
antenna systems help move traffic through that lane faster and more
reliably—analogous to a four-lane road on which traffic consistently
moves at a rate closer to the speed limit. Belkin’s N MIMO helps
traffic move at the speed limit and opens more lanes—to become the
superhighway in this example. The rate of traffic flow is multiplied by the
number of lanes that are opened.
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wireless-enabled computers.
operates on the 2.4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information). If
this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless net work. For
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to
channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.
phone.
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that
objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your
computers and Router).
3. Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending
to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
Ř Try moving cordless phones away from your Router and your
Ř Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that
Ř If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on
Ř If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless
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other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as
possible in an upward direction.
to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the
Router on an upper floor.
1. Router Placement
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as
close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices.
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients”
(i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireles s Notebook Network Cards,
Wireless Desk top Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):
Ř Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each
Ř In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close
Ř Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.
2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,”
such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless
communication include:
Ř Refrigerators
Ř Wa shers and/or dryers
Ř Metal cabinets
Ř Large aquariums
Ř Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows
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remotely to an office network
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by anothe r
cable or DSL service
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:
Ř Virtual Private Network ( VPN) connections, often used to connect
Ř The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),
to access your account
Ř Most online banking websites
Ř Many commercial websites that require a user name and password
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.
If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and
AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed
these issues.
For more information regarding our networking products, visit our
website at www.belkin.com/networking
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order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from
neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices.
Survey and wireless channel information included with your
wireless network card. See your network card’s user guide for
more information.
4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as
apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with yours.
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your
wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available
(see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move your Router and
computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible.
Ř Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in
Ř For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area
with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we
suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point.
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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.
Integrated 10/100/1000 4-Port Switch
The Router has a built-in, Gigabit Ethernet, four-port network switch to allow
your wired computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and
much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the
speed of connected devices. The switch will transfer data between computers
and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources.
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Computers
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
The Router supports a variety of networking environments including
Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000,
XP, Vista™, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and
a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the
Internet).
USB Por t for External Storage Devices
The Router includes a USB port in the back panel for one storage device
(flash drive or external hard drive). You can now have network-attached
storage capabilities without having to purchase an expensive NAS.
Patent-Pending Network Status Display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in
operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to
the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and
Product Features
In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and
network your computers. The following is a list of features that make
your new Belkin N+ Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or
small office network.
Works wi th Both PCs and Mac
status-monitoring procedures.
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Integrated N+ Wireless Access Point
N MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE
802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output)
smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 300Mbps.*
Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and
will vary depending on your networking environment.
*NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical data
rate. Actual data throughput will be lower.
MAC Address Filtering
For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique
client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every
compute r 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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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.
Supp ort for VPN Pass-Through
If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN
connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass
through the Router and to your office 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 net work. The DHCP server will
assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need
for a complicated networking setup.
Setup Assistant
The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin’s renowned Easy
Install Wizard, takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This
automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets
up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a
matter of minutes, your Router will be up and running on the Internet.
NOTE: Setup Assistant software is compatible with Windows 2000,
XP, and Vista; and Mac OS X v10.x. If you are using another operating
system, the Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method
described in this User Manual (see page 22).
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The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the
cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility.
The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide
you with information about network activity and status.
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with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection
Package Contents
Ř Belkin N+ Wireless Router
Ř Quick Installation Guide
Ř Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
Ř RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
Ř Power Supply
Ř User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD
Ř Network Status Display Guide
Ř Wireless Security Setup Guide
System Requirements
Ř Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem
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Wireless computer is connected
to the Router
Problem with wireless computer
connecting properly to the Router
Off Wireless computer is not present
Solid Blue
D. Wireless-Computer Status
Blinking Amber
E. Wired-Computer Status
Wired computer is connected to
the Router
Problem with wired computer
connecting properly to the Router
Off Wired computer is not present
Solid Blue
Blinking Amber
No device is plugged into the
USB port
Data is being read/written to the
storage device
Unsupported device is plugged
into the USB port
Storage device is plugged in and
ready to be accessed
Off
Flashing Blue
Flashing Amber
F. USB Port Status
Solid Blue
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Off Wireless security is off
Blinking Blue WPS handshaking in process
KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
A. Broadband Download Speedometer
These lights will display a graphic representation of the current
download speed being transferred through the Internet connection. The
speed will be measured on the speedometer against the fastest speed
that has been measured by the N+ since being activated.
B. Wireless Security
These lights will display a graphic representation of the current
download speed being transferred through the Internet connection. The
speed will be measured on the speedometer against the fastest speed
that has been measured by the N+ since being activated.
Solid Blue Wireless security is on
C. WPS Push Button
This but ton is set aside for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. Refer to
the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section for more details.
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Router is NOT connected to the
Internet
Router is attempting to connect
to the Internet
Router is connected to the
Internet
Problem with connecting to the
Internet
Off
Blinking Blue
Solid Blue
J. Internet Status
This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the
Internet. When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the
Internet. When the light is blinking amber, the Router is attempting
to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router is
connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes”
feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of
your Router’s connection.
Blinking Amber
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Router is NOT connected to
modem
Router is connected to modem
and functioning properly
Off Router is off
Blinking Blue Router is booting up
KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
G. Router/Power Status
When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time
elapse s while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon
blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon
becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use.
Solid Blue Router is on and ready
H. Wireless Status
Off Wireless is off
Solid Blue Wireless is on
I. Modem Status
Off
Solid Blue
This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Router is connected properly
to the modem. It turns amber when a problem is detected.
Blinking Amber Problem with modem
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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.
Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then
ii. Restoring the Factor y Defa ults
O. Power Jack – Black
Connect the included 12V/1.5A
DC power supply to this jack.
(L)
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momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to blink. When
the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the reset is complete.
Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Router will
i. Resetting the Router
KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
K. Connections to Wired Computers
Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These
ports are RJ45, 10/100/1000 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking por ts for
standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The por ts are labeled 1
through 4.
L. USB Port
Plug in your USB storage device here.
M. Connection to Modem
This por t is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable
that was provided with the modem to connec t the modem to this por t.
Use of a cable other than the one supplied with the cable modem may
not work properly.
N. Reset Button
The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function
improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal
operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also
restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use the
restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom
password.
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Setup Assistant
Belkin has provide d our Setup Assistant sof tware to make installing your
Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and
running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your computer be
connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet
connection is active and working at the time of installation. If it is not,
you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual
to configure your Router. Additionally, if you are using an operating
system other than Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10.x, you
must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of
this User Manual.
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Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
Ř Belkin N+ Wireless Router
Ř RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
Ř Power Supply
Ř Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
Ř User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD
Ř Network Status Display Guide
Ř Wireless Security Setup Guide
Modem Requirements
Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet
port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB
connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are
using the USB conne ction 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 t ype of modem from your
ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45
Ethernet port on it.
Ethernet USB
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Setup Wizard should appear automatically. If it doesn’t, open
the CD in My Computer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac OS X) and
double-click the “Router Setup” icon.
*If you are re placin g an existin g router, find t he cable c onnecti ng the mode m and old ro uter.
5. Locate the CD in this guide and insert it into your computer. The
Discon nect it fr om the old ro uter and pl ug it into the ye llow por t on the new ro uter.
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LAN
WAN
from the computer and plug it into the yellow port on the Belkin
Router.
the Router. Plug the other end into a network (Ethernet) port on
your computer.
black port on the Belkin Router. As the Router wakes up, lights will
come on; recheck your connections if the “Wired” and “Router”
lights are not a steady blue after 20 seconds.
CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER
Step 1: Hardware Connections
1. Find the cable connecting your modem and computer*. Unplug it
2. Connect the new cable (provided in the box) to any gray port on
3. Plug the power supply into a wall outlet, and the other end into the
4. Rotate the antennas up.
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Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up
automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and
double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup
Assistant.
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time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software
on your computer.
automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds.
Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions
there.
Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software
A. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this
B. Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will
IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is
directly connected to the Router from Step 1 – B.
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Confirmation Screen
Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the
right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue.
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Select Country
Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue.
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1.1 Checking Settings
The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings
and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to
the Internet.
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Progress Screen
Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the
setup has been completed.
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1.3 Naming your Wireless Network
The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or
Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network
to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will
connect. You can either use the default or change it to something unique.
Write down this name for future reference. Click “Next” to continue.
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1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections
The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.
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1.5 Conf iguring the Rout er
The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to
the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions.
Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the
Router is rebooting. Doing so will render your Router inoperable.
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1.4 Requ esting Internet Account Info (if needed)
If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be
prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Select your
countr y or ISP from the drop-down boxes.
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Congratulations
You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see the
Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet.
You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any
website.
You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wirele ss
computers to connect to the Internet by clicking “Next”. If you decide to
add computers to your Router later, select “E xit the Assistant” and then
click “Next”.
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1.6 Checking Internet Connection
We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your
connection to the Internet.
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1.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers
This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless
computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Troubleshooting
If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see
the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the
troubleshooting steps.
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Storage Manager
The Storage Manager is an application that provides easy access to
your USB storage device. Once this is installed, your storage device
will appear as a drive letter (e.g., D:\) in your “My Computer” folder. You
may read and write to this drive as if it were directly attached to your
computer. Note that the Router currently supports FAT, FAT32, and
NTFS file systems.
Click “Next” to install the Storage Manager application.
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Congratulations
Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are
properly connected, your network is set up and working. You can now
surf the Internet. Click “Next” to take you back to the main menu.
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Storage Manager also allows you to safely eject the storage device
before unplugging it from your Router. This is recommended before
unplugging the USB storage device as there might be another user
on your network who is accessing the drive. Simply right-click on the
“Storage Manager” icon in the system tray and select the appropriate
button.
Alternatively, you do not need to install the Storage Manager in order to
access your storage device. Open a file explorer window and t ype in the
address field:
\\192.168.2.1\DeviceName
where “DeviceName” is the name that was assigned to the storage
device.
Your Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router supports up to four USB
storage devices through a separate USB hub (not included). Note that
the Router can supply a maximum of 500mA of current to the port, so
it is recommended that the hub be externally powered. Additionally,
some USB hard drives require more than 500mA and must be externally
powered to function.
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Click “Finish” to go back to the main menu. You may now access the
drive as if it were directly attached to your computer. Once installed,
please use the CD to install this application on all computers on which
you wish to access the storage device.
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Logging out of the Router
One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of
making changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in
to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logge d
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
Logging into the Router
You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home
page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes
to the Router’s settings, you have to log in. Clicking the “Login” button
or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the
login screen. The Router ships with no password entered. In the login
screen, leave the password blank and click the “Submit” button to log in.
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Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick
Installation Guide
See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section.
Step 2: Set your Computer’s Network Settings to
Work with a DHCP Server
Network Settings” for directions.
See the se ction in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring
Step 3: Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based
Advanced User Interface
Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not
type in anything else such as “http://” or “ww w”). Then press the “Enter”
key.
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based
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Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced User Inter face (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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4. Login/Logout Button
This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the
connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “Connected”
in blue, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the Router is not
connected to the Internet, the indicator will read “No Connection” in
RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to
the settings of the Router.
5. Internet-Status Indicator
The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help
is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain
sections of each page.
6. Language
Shows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select a
desirable language by clicking one of the available languages.
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1. Quick-Navigation Links
You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by clicking
directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories
and grouped by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to
find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab will show you a short
description of the tab’s function.
2. Home Button
The home button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this
button will take you back to the home page.
3. Help Button
The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help
is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain
sections of each page.
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10. Internet Settings
Shows the settings of the Internet/ WAN side of the Router that
connects to the Internet. Changes to any of these settings can be made
by clicking on the links or by clicking on the “Internet/WAN” quick-
navigation link on the left side of the screen.
11. Router Status
Shows the status of the Router’s firewall and wireless features. Changes
can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links or by
clicking the quick-navigation links on the left side of the screen.
12. Page Name
The page you are on can be identified by this name. This User Manual
will sometimes refer to pages by name. For instance “LAN > L AN
Settings” refer s to the “L AN Settings” page.
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7. Version Info
The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help
is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain
sections of each page.
8. LAN Settings
The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help
is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain
sections of each page.
9. WLAN Settings
Shows the settings of the Wireless Local Area Network (WL AN) side of
the Router, including the SSID and security settings.
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