Wireless G Router User Manual F5D7230-4
Table of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . 2 2. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 3.
Introduction 1 2 3 4 Benefits of a Home Network • 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 no long
Introduction Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance 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.
Introduction 1 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: 2 • Refrigerators 3 • Washers and/or dryers 4 • 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). 3.
Introduction • 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.
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Product Overview 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 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 9.x, X v10.x, AppleTalk , Linux , Windows 98, Me, NT , 2000, and XP, Vista™, and others.
Product Overview 1 Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch 2 3 Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility 4 UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. 5 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.
Product Overview 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 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 9.x, X v10.x, AppleTalk , Linux , Windows 98, Me, NT , 2000, XP, Vista , and others.
Knowing your Router 1 Package Contents 2 • Belkin Wireless G Router • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable 3 • Power Supply 4 System Requirements 5 • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection 6 • At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter 7 • TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer 8 • RJ45 Ethernet networking cable • Internet browser Easy Install
Knowing your Router The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. (1) (2) (5) ����� (4) �������� �������� ��������������� ����� ���������������������������������� (3) 1. 2.
Knowing your Router 3. 5. 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. GREEN means a 10Base-T device is connected, AMBER means a 100Base-T device is connected. When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly.
Knowing your Router (8) (7) (6) (9) Reset button is located on the bottom of the unit. 6. Power Jack 7. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) - BLUE 8. Connection to Modem (Modem Port) - GREEN 9. Reset Button Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack. 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.
Knowing your Router a. 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. 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.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin Wireless G Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD with User Manual • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable (for connection of the Router to the computer) • Power Supply 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.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 1 Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) A. Unplug your modem’s power computer 2 3 4 5 B. Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer. Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into any gray port on the back of the Router. C. Find your new networking cable (included in the box with your Router) and connect it to the yellow port on the back of the Router.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 2 Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software A. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer. B. Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds. Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions there.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. 2 3 5 6 7 8 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 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. 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed) If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Select your country or ISP from the drop-down boxes. 19 10 section The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID).
Connecting and Configuring your Router 1.5 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. 1.6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 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. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 21 section You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to connect to the Internet by clicking “Next”.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 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. 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.
Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 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.
Alternate Setup Method The Web-Based Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router.
Alternate Setup Method 1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power supply to the modem. Mac or PC computer that was originally connected to the cable or DSL modem 2 3 Network cable (to computer) To power adapter 1 4 6 7 Existing networking cable (came with modem) Note: Your Router may have ports in different locations than depicted in the illustration above. 1.
Alternate Setup Method Step 2 Set up 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 Configure the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (you do not need to type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter” key.
Alternate Setup Method 1 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 1 to 99 minutes.
Alternate Setup Method 3. Internet Status Indicator 4. Login/Logout Button 5. Help Button This indicator is visible in all pages of the UI, 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 the Router.
Alternate Setup Method 6. 7. 9. 10. 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. Features Shows the status of the Router’s NAT, firewall, and wireless features.
Alternate Setup Method Step 4 Configure your Router for Connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) 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.
Alternate Setup Method 1 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 (1) next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2).
Alternate Setup Method Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type used 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.
Alternate Setup Method 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” (5).
Alternate Setup Method 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 small office that doesn’t require a modem, you may also use PPPoE. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Your connection type is PPPoE if: 1. Your ISP gave you a user name and password, which is required to connect to the Internet; 2.
Alternate Setup Method 1. This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by your ISP. 2. Password 3. Service Name 5. Type in your password and re-type it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 2 3 4 A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank. MTU The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you a specific MTU setting.
Alternate Setup Method 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).
Alternate Setup Method My IP Address 6. My Subnet Mask 7. Connection ID 8. Disconnect after x minutes... 1 Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. Provided by your ISP. Enter the connection ID here. This feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time.
Alternate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra® BigPond User [Australia Only]. 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.
Alternate Setup Method 4. 1 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 typing in the address next to “Login Server” (5).
Alternate Setup Method 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 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.
Alternate Setup Method 1 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 3 4 5 6 7 (2) (1) (3) 8 9 10 41 section In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. You can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 Setup” tab (1) will take you to its header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. 1. 2 The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the Web-Based Advanced User 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”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. DHCP Server 4. IP Pool 5. Lease Time 6. ILocal Domain Name 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”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Clicking on the header of the “Wireless” tab will take you to the “Wireless” header page. Under the “Wireless” tab, there are links that allow you to make changes to the wireless network settings. Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the Router is “belkin54g”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 (1) 3 4 5 6 7 8 Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “g and b”, “g only”, and “b only”. The different modes are explained on the next page.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface g and b Mode In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If you have a mix of 802.11b and 802.11g clients in your network, we recommend setting the Router to g and b mode. This setting should only be changed if you have a specific reason to do so. g only Mode g only mode works with 802.11g clients only.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 Using the Broadcast SSID Feature Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Securing your Wi-Fi Network ® Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of this User Manual’s publication, there are four encryption methods available.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 128-Bit WEP As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Wi-Fi Protected Access™ (WPA™) WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA. These updates will be found on the wireless vendor’s website. There are three types of WPA security: WPA-PSK (no server), WPA (with radius server), and WPA2. WPA-PSK (no server) uses what is known as a pre-shared key as the network key.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Sharing the Same Network Keys Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure your wireless networking devices are sharing the same network key.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a combination of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 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 in each box.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 WEP Setup 2 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1. Select “64-bit WEP” from the “Security” menu’s “Security Mode”. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can put a check mark in “Passphrase”, then type in your passphrase. Click “Generate” to generate four different hex keys. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key 3. Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 128-Bit 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” from the “Security” menu’s “Security Mode”. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2) and the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP). Your Router also supports the Wi-Fi Protected SetupTM (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface (1) (2) (3) (4) 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled. 2. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, a wireless client wishing to access your network must supply a 4- or 8-digit PIN to the Router. After clicking “Enroll”, you must start the WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes. 3. Router PIN: If an external registrar is available, you may enter in the Router’s PIN to the registrar.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 WPA Setup Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this User Manual’s publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft . This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA/WPA2 1. Select “WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK)” from the “Security Mode” drop-down box. 2. Select “WPA-PSK” for just WPA authentication, or “WPA2-PSK” for just WPA2 authentication, or you may select “WPA-PSK + WPA2PSK” for WPA and WPA2 as the authentication type. 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Guest Access (Optional) The guest pre-shared key allows guest users an Internet-only access to restrict them from entering your network and having access to files on your PCs. Enter your pre-shared key for guest access. This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. Click “Apply Changes” to finish.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting up WPA for Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Cards that are NOT Manufactured by Belkin If you do NOT have a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Card, and it 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. Please Note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with Windows XP.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using the Windows Wireless Network Utility by doing the following: 1. Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections”. 2. Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection Properties”, and select “Properties”. 3. Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 4. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following screen. 5. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”. Note: Select “WPA” if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Please consult your network administrator for further information. 6. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 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 Access Point (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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Wireless Range Extension and Bridging Wireless range extension and bridging works with the following models only: F5D7231-4 Wireless G Plus Router F5D7230-4 Wireless G Router F5D7130 Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point F5D7132 Wireless G Universal Range Extender Please make sure to download the latest firmware version for the Router or Access Point for optimal performance: http://web.belkin.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly Bridging an Access Point to your Router allows you to add a network segment in another area in the home or office without running wires. Connecting a network switch or hub to the Access Point’s RJ45 jack will allow a number of computers connected to the switch access to the rest of the network.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Up a Bridge Between your Wireless Router and a Secondary Access Point Bridging your Belkin Router to a secondary Access Point requires that you access the Router’s Advanced Setup Utility and enter the MAC address of the Access Point in the appropriate area. There are also a few other requirements. PLEASE BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW, CAREFULLY. 1. Set your Access Point to the same channel as the Router.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 5. 6. From a computer already connected to your Router, access the Advanced Setup Utility by opening your browser. In the address bar, type in “192.168.2.1”. Do not type in “www” or “http://” before the number. Note: If you have changed your Router’s IP address, use that IP address. You will see the Router’s user interface in the browser window. Click “Wireless Bridge” (2) on the left-hand side of the screen. You will see the following screen.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 • SYN flood • Land Attack • UDP flooding • Ping of Death (PoD) • Tear Drop Attack • Denial of Service (DoS) • ICMP defect • IP with zero length • RIP defect • Smurf Attack • Fragment flooding • TCP Null Scan The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, 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).
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Setting MAC Address Filtering The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access the 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) on your network to allow network access to each.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 WAN Ping Blocking 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 the level of security of your Router.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Utilities Tab This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 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. 2 Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 3 1. Click the “Restart Router” button. 4 5 The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 6 7 3. 4. The following message will appear. Restarting the Router can take up to 25 seconds.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 25 seconds.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 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. 2 3 4 5 6 Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”. 7 8 9 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”. 1 2 3 4 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 35 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 5 7 8 4. A 35-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored. The Router’s home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 exist. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Router’s firmware to the latest version. Searching for a New Version of Firmware From http://www.belkin.com/support/downloads.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Downloading a New Version of Firmware You will now be taken to the download page of “F5D7230-4 Firmware update - North America”. 1 2 3 4 5 7 1. To download the new version of firmware, click the download logo ( ). 8 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 firmware update file. 2. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. 1 The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”. 2 3 4 4. 6. 5 6 7 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”. 8 9 10 A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 3 Enabling Remote Management 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 87 section 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”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Enabling/Disabling Network Address Translation (NAT) Note: This advanced feature should be modified by advanced users only. NAT is the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned by your ISP with the other computers on your network and is enabled by default. NAT should only be disabled if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 89 section 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 Web-Based Advanced User 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.
Manually Configuring Network Settings In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your PC’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP. Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 2000, NT, XP, or Vista 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 or Vista). 3.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me 1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select 2. 1 “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 2 Select “TCP/IP -> settings” for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window. 3 (1) 4 (3) (2) 5 6 8 3. If “Specify an 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.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router. 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 Adapters in Mac OS up to 9.
Manually Configuring Network Settings 1 2 3 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”. 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 93 section Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X 1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon. 2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu. (1) 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the Network menu.
Manually Configuring Network Settings 4. 5. 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. 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.
Recommended Web Browser Settings 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 Web-Based Advanced 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.
Recommended Web Browser Settings 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. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 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”.
Troubleshooting 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.
Troubleshooting 1 Problem: The 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 2 3 installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet.
Troubleshooting Problem: The 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.
Troubleshooting 2. Unplug the cable or DSL modem from its power source for three minutes. After three minutes, plug the modem back into its 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. 1 2 3 4 4.
Troubleshooting If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 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.
Troubleshooting 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen. If you are also using a Belkin Wireless Card or Adapter with this Router, the tray icon should look like this (the icon may be red or green): 1 2 3 4 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.
Troubleshooting 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.
Troubleshooting 1 Problem: My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Data transfer is sometimes slow. Signal strength is poor. I am having 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.
Troubleshooting 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.
Troubleshooting 1 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point. 2 Solution: 1. Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point. 3 Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router or Access Point. (The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1, the Access Point’s default is 192.168.2.254.) Log into your Router by clicking on the “Login” button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen.
Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter). Solution: The client card must use the same key as the Wireless G 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 Utility” screen.
Troubleshooting 1 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 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.
Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network. Solution: 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, symbols, or spaces.
Troubleshooting 1 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a home network. 2 Solution: 3 Clients must use the same key that the Wireless G Router or access point uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the Wireless G 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 Utility” screen.
Troubleshooting Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business. Solution: 1. Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless Network Utility” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more options of your client card. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more options of your client card. 2.
Troubleshooting 1 Supported Operating Systems: • Windows XP Professional 2 • Windows XP Home Edition 3 Enabling WPA-PSK (no server) 1. In systems running Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > 4 2. Right-click on the “Wireless Networks” tab. The “Wireless 5 Network Connections”. Network Connection Properties” screen appears. Ensure the “Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings” box is checked. 3.
Troubleshooting What is the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and Pre-N? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation 802.11(x), so named by the IEEE, the board that is responsible for certifying networking standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps; and Pre-N works at 108Mbps.
Troubleshooting 1 (draft 802.11n with MIMO) N1 MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) N MIMO (802.11g with MIMO MRC) G (802.11g) G Plus MIMO Wireless Technology Up to 54Mbps* Frequency Speed/Data Rate* Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart 2 3 4 Up to 54Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* Up to 300Mbps* 5 Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.
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Information 1 FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D7230-4 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin International, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Canada-Industry Canada (IC) The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Information Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship. What the period of coverage is. Belkin warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of the product. What will we do to correct problems? 1 2 3 4 Product Warranty.
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Information 1 2 EC Declaration of Conformity to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC 3 CE0470 Manufacturer : BELKIN LTD, EXPRESS BUSINESS PARK, SHIPTON WAY ,RUSHDEN NN10 6GL ENGLAND Representative : Belkin Ltd (residing in the EC holding the TCF) 4 5 6 Product / Apparatus : Wireless Cable/DSL Router Type Number : F5D7230 Variants include : All Country variants 7 8 Declaration 9 Article 3.1a: / EN60950-1;2001,1st Edition:EN50392;2004 Article 3.
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