Belkin PM00781ea User Manual

N+ Wireless
Modem Router

User Manual

PM00781ea F5D8635- 4

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface ........... 38

Changing LAN Settings.....................................39

Viewing the DHCP Client List Page ...........................40

Configuring the Wireless Network Settings .....................40

Setting WPA Securit y ......................................46

Setting WEP Encryption ....................................47

Using the Access Point Mode ...............................49

Configuring the Firewall ....................................49

Using Dynamic DNS .......................................53

Utilities ..................................................56

Restarting the Router ......................................56

Updating the Firmware .....................................62

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings .................. 69

8 Recommended Web Browser Sett ings ................... 74

9 Troubleshooting ....................................... 76

10 Information .......................................... 86

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

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

Placement of your N+ Wireless Modem Router...................3

2 Product Overview....................................... 6

Product Features ...........................................6

3 Knowing your Router.................................... 8

Package Contents ..........................................8

System Requirements .......................................8

Setup Assistant Software System Requirements .................9

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router ................. 14

5 Alternate Setup Method ................................ 29

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless Modem 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 N+ Wireless Modem Router” on page 3. By following our simple setup instructions you will be able to use your
Belkin Home Network to:

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

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

• Share a USB storage device (not included) within your network

• 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

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

• 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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Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO)

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

The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different
from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two
simultaneous data streams to deliver wireless transfers around your
home or office. A conventional radio uses one antenna to transmit a
data stream. Belkin’s N MIMO, on the other hand, uses two antennas.
This design helps combat distortion and inter ference. Belkin’s N
MIMO is multidimensional. It builds on one-dimensional smart­antenna technology by simultaneously transmitting two data streams
through the same channel, which increases wireless capacity.

Another element that enhances Belkin’s N MIMO is the use of
aggregation as specified in the draft 802.11n specification. By
shortening the space 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 traf fic 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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Placement of your N+ Wireless Modem Router

Important Factors for Placement and Setup

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

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

If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might
be related to range or obstruction factors, tr y moving the computer to
a position between five and 10 feet from the Router in order to see if
distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please
contact Belkin Technical Suppor t.

Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network
performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at
its ma ximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.

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 Wireless Notebook Network Cards,
Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

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

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

• Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2.4GHz phone.

2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

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

• Refrigerators

• Washers and/or dryers

• Metal cabinets

• Large aquariums

• Metallic-based UV tinted windows

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

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3. Cordless Phones

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

• Try moving cordless phones away from your Router 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 to
channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.

• 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. 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

• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz
cordless phone.

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.

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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.

If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and
AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed
these issues.

For more information regarding our networking products, visit our
website at www.belkin.com/networking.

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Product Features

In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and
network your computers. The following is a list of features that make
your new Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router an ideal solution for your
home or small office network.

Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers

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

USB Port for External Storage Devices

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

Patent-Pending Network Status Display

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

Web-Based Advanced User Interface

You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web
browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer.
There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can
make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the
network quickly and easily.

NAT IP Address Sharing

Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the
single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Ser vice 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 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.

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Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

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

Setup Assistant

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. 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 28).

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
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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System Requirements

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

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

• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer

• No other DHCP ser ver on your local network assigning IP

addresses to computers and devices

• Internet browser

Package Contents

• Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router

• Quick Installation Guide

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

• RJ11 Telephone Cord

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Microfilter*

• Power Supply

• User Manual in CD

• Network Status Display Guide

• Wireless Security Setup Guide

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

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Setup Assistant Sof tware System Requirements (including
Storage Manager)

• For PPPoE and PPPoA users: ADSL account user name
__ __ ___ ___ ___ and password __ _____ ___ _____

• For static IP users: IP Address ___ . ___ . __ _ . __ _

• Subnet Mask __ _ . __ _ . _ __ . _ __

• Default Gateway Server _ __ . _ __ . ___ .

• IP address for Domain Name Server ___ . __ _ . __ _ . ___ (If given

by your ISP)

• A computer running Windows® 2000, XP, or Vista; or
Mac OS X v10.x

• Minimum 1GHz processor and 128MB RAM

• Internet browser

Internet Connection Settings

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

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

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

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

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

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Knowing your Router

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

Off Wireless security is off

Blinking Blue WPS handshaking in process

Solid Blue Wireless security is on

1. 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.

2. Wireless Security

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7. Router/Power Status

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 “router” icon
blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon
becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use.

6. USB Por t Status

OFF

No device is plugged into
the USB por t

Flashing Blue

Data i s being read/written
to the storage device

Flashing Amber

Unsupported device is
plugged into the USB por t

Solid Blue

Storage device is plugged
in and ready to be
accessed

Off Router is of f

Blinking Blue Router is bo oting up

Solid Blue Router is on and ready

3. WPS Push Button

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

4. Wireless-Computer Status

Off

Wireless computer is
not present

Solid Blue

Wireless computer is
conne cted to the Router

Blinking Amber

Problem with wireless
compu ter connecting
prope rly to the Router

5. Wired-Computer Status

Off

Wired computer is
not present

Solid Blue

Wired computer is
conne cted to the Router

Blinking Amber

Problem with wired
compu ter connecting
prope rly to the Router

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10. Internet Status

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

Off Router is NOT connected to the Internet

Blinking Blue Router is at tempting to connect to the Inte rnet

Solid Blue Router is co nnected to the Internet

Blinking Amber Router is not connected to the Internet

8. Wireless Status

Off Wireless is off

Solid Blue Wireless is on

9. ADSL Line Status

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

Off

Router is NOT connected
to a functioning ADSL line

Solid Blue

Router is co nnected to
an ADSL ser vice and
functioning properly

Blinking Amber Problem with ADSL line

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i. Resetting the Router

Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Router

will momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to
blink. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the
reset is complete.

ii. 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.

13. Connections to Wired Computers – 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, with onboard LEDs on the connectors.

14. USB Port

Plug in your USB storage device here.

15. Connection to ADSL – Gray

This port is for connection to your ADSL. Connect your ADSL to this
port. An RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package.

11. Power Jack – Black

Connect the included 12V/1.25A DC power supply to this jack.

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

• Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router

• RJ11 Telephone Cord

• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

• Power Supply

• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

• User Manual on CD

• Network Status Display Guide

• Wireless Security Setup Guide

• ADSL Filter

Setup Assistant

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

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Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG)

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1.1 Brand-New Setup

Follow these steps if you are not replacing an existing modem. If you are
replacing an existing modem, skip to the next section, “Replacing an
Existing Modem or Modem Router”, starting on page 16.

1. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your
computer. Raise the Router’s antennas.

2. Retrieve the yellow RJ45 cable that was included with your Router.
First, connect one end to any yellow port labeled “ to Wired
Computers” on the back of your Router. Then, connect the other
end to the networking port on the back of your computer.

3. Retrieve the included gray RJ11 phone cord. Connect one end to
the gray por t labeled “to ADSL” on the back of your Router. Then
connect the other end to your ADSL connection (either a wall jack
or an ADSL splitter).

Note: Some ADSL connections require a microfilter. Your ADSL provider
can tell you if you need one. Belkin includes a microfilter in regions
known to use them. You may or may not have received one in your box.

4. Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled
“Power” on the back of your Router.

5. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to star t up. Look at the display on
the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Router” icons
are lit up in blue. If they are not, recheck your connections.

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1.2 Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router

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

1. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to
your old modem. Raise the Router’s antennas. Unplug your old
modem’s power cord.

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

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

4. Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled
“Power” on the back of your Router.

5. Wait 20 seconds for the Router to star t up. Look at the display
on the front of the Router. Make sure the “Wired” and “Router”
icons are lit in blue. If they are not, recheck your connections.

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Select Country

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

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

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

A. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer

at this time.

Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing sof tware on
your computer.

B. Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will

automatically appear on your computer’s screen within
15 seconds. Click on “Setup Assistant” to run the Setup
Assistant. Follow the instructions there.

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is
directly connected to the Router from Step 1 – B.

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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.

Progress Screen

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

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2.1 Checking Settings

The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings
and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to
the Internet.

2.2 Verifying Hardware Connections

The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.

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2.3 Naming your Wireless Network

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

If the Router is capable of a “High Speed Mode”, this option will be
checked. You can turn off this option later using the Bandwidth Switch
described in this User Manual (see page 41). Click “Next” to continue.

2.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed)

Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes.

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

2.5 Configuring the Router

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

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

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2.6 Checking Internet Connection

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

Congratulations

You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see
the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to
the Internet. You can begin surfing by opening your browser and
going to any website.

You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and
wireless computers to connect to the Internet by clicking “Next”.
If you decide to add computers to your Router later, select “Finish
– return to Main Menu” and then click “Next”.

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Troubleshooting

If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see
the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the
troubleshooting steps.

2.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers

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

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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.

Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security
Assistant Soft ware

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

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is
directly connected to the Router from Step 1 – B.

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Progress Screen

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

3.1 Picking the Security Type

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

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3.2 Creating a Network Key

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

3.3 Transferring the Key

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