N1 Wireless Modem Router User Manual F5D8631-4
Table of Contents 1. Introduction .................................................................. 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network ................................. 1 Placement of your N1 Wireless Modem Router ............... 3 2. Product Overview ......................................................... 7 Product Features .......................................................... 7 3. Knowing your Modem Router ......................................10 Package Contents ..................................
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N1 Wireless Modem Router (the Modem Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize your wireless home network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance” on the next page.
Introduction The element that makes Belkin’s N1 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 N1 MIMO, on the other hand, uses three antennas. This design helps combat distortion and interference. Belkin’s N1 MIMO is multidimensional.
Introduction Placement of your N1 Wireless Modem Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Modem 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 Modem Router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you.
Introduction Avoid placing your Modem 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 Modem 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 Modem Router.
Introduction You can find additional support information on our website www.belkin.com through the tech-support area. 2 If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*. 3 *Local rates apply 4 Country Number Internet adress AUSTRIA 0820 200766 http://www.belkin.com/uk/networking/ BELGIUM 07 07 00 073 http://www.belkin.com/nl/networking/ CZECH REPUBLIC 239 000 406 http://www.belkin.com/uk/networking/ DENMARK 701 22 403 http://www.
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 N1 Wireless Modem Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers The Modem Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS ® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux ®, Windows ® 98, Me, NT ®, 2000, and XP, Vista and others.
Product Overview Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch 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. 2 3 4 5 6 Support for VPN Pass-Through If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection, your Modem Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the Modem Router and to your office network.
Product Overview Integrated N1 Wireless Access Point N1 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.
Knowing your Modem Modem Router 1 Package Contents Belkin N1 Wireless Modem Router Quick Installation Guide Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD RJ11 Telephone Cord RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable ADSL Microfilter* Power Supply User Manual in CD 2 3 4 *ADSL microfilter varies by country. If it’s not included, you will need to purchase one.
Knowing your Modem Router The Modem Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Modem Router for better organization and utility. The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Modem Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. See the Network Status Display Guide for more detailed information. (A) A. B.
Knowing your Modem Router D. Modem Router/Power Status E. F. OFF Modem Router is off Blinking Blue Modem Router is booting up Solid Blue Modem Router is on and ready Wireless Status OFF Wireless is off Solid Blue Wireless is on ADSL lineStatus This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Modem Router is connected properly to the ADSL line. It turns amber when problem is detected.
Knowing your Modem Router (H) ADSL Line (I) LAN (J) Reset (L) WPS (K) Power (Local-Area Network) H. Connection to ADSL line - Gray This port is for connection to your ADSL line. Connect your ADSL line to this port. A RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package. I. 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.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin N1 Wireless Modem Router 1 2 • RJ11 Telephone Cord 3 • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual 4 5 Setup Assistant Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Modem Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Modem Router up and running in minutes.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router B. Retrieve the yellow RJ-45 cable that comes with your Modem Router. First connect it to any yellow port labeled “to Wired Computers” on the back of your Modem Router. Then connect the other end to the networking port on the back of your computer. C. Retrieve the gray RJ-11 phone core that comes with your Modem Router. Connect it to the gray port labeled “to ADSL” on the back of your Modem Router.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router computer Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router that you will be replacing with your new Modem Router A. modem B. Unpack your new Modem Router from the box and place it next to your old modem. Raise the Modem Router’s antennas. Unplug old modem’s power cord. 2 3 4 5 Locate the cable that connects your old modem to your computer.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router Step 2 Set Up the Modem 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 Modem Router Select Country Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue. 1 2 3 5 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. 6 7 8 9 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. 1.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 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.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 1.5 Configuring the Modem Router The Setup Assistant will now configure your Modem Router by sending data to the Modem Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. 2 3 4 5 6 7 1.6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet. 8 9 10 Congratulations You have finished installing your new Belkin Modem Router.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 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 Modem Router later, select “Exit the Assistant” and then click “Next”. Troubleshooting If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the following screen. Follow the onscreen instructions to go through the troubleshooting steps.
Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router 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. 1 2 3 5 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 Step 1 Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section. Step 2 Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for directions.
Alternate Setup Method Logging into the Modem Router You will see the Modem 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 Modem 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 Modem Router ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the “Submit” button to log in.
Alternate Setup Method (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (1) (9) (10) (11) 1. Quick-Navigation Links You can go directly to any of the Modem 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.
Alternate Setup Method 5. 1 Internet-Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Modem Router, indicating the connection status of the Modem Router. When the indicator says “Connected” in blue, the Modem Router is connected to the Internet. When the Modem 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 Modem Router. 7.
Alternate Setup Method Step 4 Configuring your Modem Router for Connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Modem Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Modem Router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured the Modem Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type. Your ISP connection settings are provided to you by your ISP.
Alternate Setup Method 1 Connection Type From the “Connection Type” page, you can select one of these five connection types based on the instruction provided by your ISP: • PPPoE 2 3 • PPPoA 4 • Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged) • Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing) Select the type of connection you use by clicking the radio button (1) next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2).
Alternate Setup Method Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is the standard method of connecting networked devices. It requires a user name and password to access the network of your ISP for connecting to the Internet. PPPoA (PPP over ATM) is similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK. Select PPPoE or PPPoA and click “Next”. Then enter the information provided by your ISP, and click “Apply Changes” to activate your settings.
Alternate Setup Method 7. Disconnect after of x minutes of no activity - Checking the box and enter the number of minute that you want the modem router to auto disconnect after no activity. After this time has been exceeded, the connection will be terminated. 8. 1 2 Use Static IP Address - Check this box and enter the static IP address your ISP assigns for your line. Use this option only if instructed by your ISP. 3 Click “Apply Changes” to save and activate your settings.
Alternate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic IP (1483 Bridged) This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network together. The Modem Router will obtain IP address automatically from your ISP’s DHCP server. (1) (2) 1. VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here. These identifiers are assigned by your ISP. 2. Encapsulation - Select LLC or VC MUX your ISP uses.
Alternate Setup Method Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP (IPoA) This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or “CLIP”, which your ISP provides a fixed IP for your Modem Router to connect to the Internet. (4) (5) 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1. WAN IP Address - Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Modem Router WAN interface. 9 2. WAN Subnet Mask - Enter a subnet mask assigned by your ISP. 3. Default Route - Enter a default gateway IP address.
Alternate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type to Modem Only (Disable Internet Sharing) In this mode, the Modem Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across the DSL port. It requires additional software to be installed on your computers in order to access the Internet. (1) (2) 1. Enable Bridge Service - Check this box to enable bridge service 2. VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP).
Alternate Setup Method Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings 2 3 4 5 6 7 (1) (2) 8 9 10 EN-34 section A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Modem Router. The “Automatic from ISP” box (1) should be checked if your ISP did not give you a specific DNS address.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access the Modem 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 Modem Router’s home page in your browser window. Viewing the LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Modem Router can be viewed and changed here. 2 3 (1) (2) (3) (4) (6) 5 6 7 1. IP Address The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Modem Router. The default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced setup interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. This address can be changed if needed.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 4. IP Pool The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99 computers). If you want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking on “Apply Changes”. The DHCP server can assign 100 IP addresses automatically. This means that you cannot specify an IP address pool larger than 100 computers.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of the Modem Router is “Belkin N1 Wireless” followed by six digits that are unique to your Modem Router. Your network name will look something like “Belkin_N1_Wireless_123456”. You can change this to anything you choose, or you can leave it unchanged.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose—in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe) and Australia, there are 13. In other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Modem Router is configured to operate on the proper channels for the country in which you reside. The channel can be changed if needed.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Broadcast SSID Feature Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to “Broadcast SSID”, and then click “Apply Changes”. The change is immediate.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface You may use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to your wireless network. Conceptually, the two methods work as follows: PBC: Push and hold the WPS button located on the back of your Router for three seconds. Then initiate the WPS procedure on the client device within two minutes. Refer to your client’s documentation on this procedure. Pushing the PBC button will automatically enable WPS.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WPA2 Requirements IMPORTANT: In order to use WPA2 security, all your computers and wireless client adapters must be upgraded with patches, driver, and client utility software that supported WPA2. At the time of this User Manual’s publication, a couple security patches are available, for free download, from Microsoft®. These patches work only with the Windows XP operating system. Other operating systems are not supported at this time.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. 4. For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP”, “AES”, or “TKIP+AES”. This setting will have to be identical on the wireless clients that you set up. Enter your pre-shared key (PSK). This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the wireless clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be something like: “Smith family network key”. Click “Apply Changes” to finish.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA-PSK 1) From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”. 2) For “Encryption Technique”, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have to be identical on the clients that you set up. 3) Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from eight to 39 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. 4) Click “Apply Changes” to finish.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Setting WEP Encryption Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple ® AirPort ®. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section. 1) Select “128-bit WEP” or “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2) After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3) Encryption in the Modem Router is now set.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are 10 digits long and can be divided into five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 26 digits long and can be divided into 13 twodigit 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.
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 Modem Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In AP mode, the Modem 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 Setting MAC Address Control The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only to wireless computers. This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Setting up a Deny Access List The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT want to access the network. Any computer in the list will not be allowed access to the wireless network. All others will. Select the “Deny” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers to be denied access to the wireless network. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Firewall Your Modem Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) • Denial of Service (DoS) • IP with zero length • Smurf Attack • TCP Null Scan • SYN flood • UDP flooding • Tear Drop Attack • ICMP defect • RIP defect • Fragment flooding The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks.
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 Modem 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 Modem Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1). Next, enter “80” in both the port fields (2). Select “Both” (3).
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 Setting up the Modem Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client You must register with DynDNS.org’s free update service before using this feature. Once you have your registration, follow the directions below. 1. Select DynDNS.org from the “DNS Service” drop-down box. (1) 2. Enter your DynDNS.org user name in the “User Name” field (2). 3. Enter your DynDNS.org password in the “Password” field (3). 4. Enter the DynDNS.org domain name you set up with DynDNS.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Blocking an ICMP Ping Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. The Modem Router can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens your Modem Router’s security level.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restarting the Modem Modem Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Modem Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Modem Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restarting the Modem Modem Router to Restore Normal Operation 1. Click the “Restart Modem Router” button. 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 3. The following message will appear.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restoring Factory Default Settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Modem Router to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button. 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 9 10 3. The following message will appear. Restoring the defaults includes restarting the Modem Router.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Saving a Current Configuration You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current configuration before performing a firmware update. 1. Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “Config”. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location and name of the file, click “Save”. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 3. 9 When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click “Close”. The configuration is now saved.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 doubleclick 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 A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 5 6 7 8 9 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Modem Router’s configuration will be restored. The Modem Router’s home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Modem 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 Modem Router’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Modem Router’s firmware to the latest version.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below: 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”. 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 2. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. 3. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in “Updating the Modem Router’s Firmware”. Updating the Modem 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. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”. 1 2 3 4 5 7 4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”. 8 9 10 5. You will see one more message. This message tells you that the Modem Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Modem Router and the Modem Router is rebooted. Click “OK”. 6.
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 Modem Router. Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The Modem 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 Setting the Time and Time Zone The Modem Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the Modem Router to synchronize the system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the Modem Router is used to record the security log and control client filtering. Select the time zone that you reside in. You have the option to select a primary and a backup NTP server to keep your Modem Router’s clock synchronized.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The second method is to allow a specific IP address only to remotely manage the Modem Router. This is more secure, but less convenient. To use this method, enter the IP address you know you will be accessing the Modem Router from in the space provided and select “Only this IP address can remotely manage the Modem Router”. Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that you set your administrator password.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Enabling/Disabling UPnP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update This innovation provides the Modem 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 Modem Router’s advanced interface, the Modem Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified.
Manually Configuring Network Settings 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 Modem Router after the Modem Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 1. Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and select “TCP/IP”. 2. You will see the TCP/IP control panel.
Manually Configuring Network Settings 3. Next to “Configure” (2), if “Manually” is selected, your Modem Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into the Modem Router. 1 2 3 4 5 4. 6 7 8 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”. Restart the computer.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings 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 Modem Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. 1 2 3 4 If “Manually” is selected, your Modem Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP 1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”. 2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon (Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP). 3. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with your network adapter and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. (1) (2) (3) 4.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me 1 1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 2 2. Select “TCP/IP Settings” for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window. 3 (3) (1) 4 5 (2) 6 8 3. If “Specify an IP address” is selected, your Modem 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 advanced web-based user interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section. Microsoft® 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 Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start. If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. 1. If the Setup Assistant Welcome 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 2. 3. 4. Unplug power to the Modem Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back into the Modem Router. Ensure that the Modem Router’s “modem router” LED is on; it should be solid BLUE. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the Modem Router and plugged into a wall outlet. Ensure that you have a cable connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the “to Wired Computers” ports on the back of the Modem Router.
Troubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking. If you cannot connect to the Internet, and the “modem” LED is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and Modem Router are not connected properly. 1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Modem Router is connected.
Troubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking. 1. If you cannot connect to the Internet, the “modem” LED is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking, the problem may be that your connection type may not match the ISP’s connection. 2.
Troubleshooting • The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my Modem Router is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid. 1. If the “modem” LED is blinking, and the “internet” LED is solid, but you are unable to access the Internet, there may be thirdparty firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet.
Troubleshooting I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly. 1 If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 2 1. 3 Look at the lights on your Modem Router. If you’re using a Belkin Modem Router, the lights should be as follows: • The “modem router” LED should be on. • The “radio wave” LED above the “modem router” LED should be on. • The “modem” light should be on, and not blinking. • The “internet” LED should be on, and not blinking.
Troubleshooting I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed. If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” list. 2. If the network has security (encryption) enabled, you will need to enter the network key. For more information regarding security, see the section entitled “Changing the Wireless Security Settings”. 3.
Troubleshooting • My wireless network performance is inconsistent. • Data transfer is sometimes slow. • Signal strength is poor. • Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases.
Troubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Belkin Modem Router. 1. Log into your Modem Router. Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Modem Router. (The Modem Router’s default is 192.168.2.1.) Log into your Modem Router by clicking on the “Login” button in the top righthand corner of the screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never set a password, leave the “Password” field blank and click “Submit”.
Troubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card. The client card must use the same key as the Modem Router. For instance, if your Modem Router uses the key 00112233445566778899 AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key. 1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. 2. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more options of the card. 3.
Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA? Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details. You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless 802.
Troubleshooting I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network. 1 2 Clients must use the same key that the Modem Router uses. For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the Modem Router, the clients must also use that same key. 3 1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the “Wireless Network” screen. The “Advanced” button will allow you to view and configure more options of your card. 4 2.
Troubleshooting I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network andI am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free download. Download the patch from Microsoft by searching the knowledge base for Windows XP WPA.
Troubleshooting 3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following screen. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 4. For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Administration”. to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server. Please consult your network administrator for further information. 5. Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption”.
Troubleshooting N1 MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) Up to 300Mbps* Frequency N MIMO (draft 802.11n with MIMO) Up to 300Mbps* Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.4GHz Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2.
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Information FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, F5D8631-4 to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Information 1 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. 2 Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. 3 Europe-European Union Notice Radio products with the CE 0560 or CE alert marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1995/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin Corporation 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 Corporation warrants the Belkin product for the lifetime of the product. What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty.
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Information 1 EC Declaration of Conformity to R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC 2 CE! Manufacturer : Representative : Product / Apparatus : N1 Wireless Modem Router Type Number : F5D8631 Variants include : All Country Variants (residing in the EC holding the TCF) 3 BELKIN LTD, EXPRESS BUSINESS PARK, SHIPTON WAY ,RUSHDEN NN10 6GL ENGLAND 4 5 Belkin Ltd 6 7 8 Declaration 9 Article 3.1a: 10 (Standard(s)) used to show compliance with LVD, 73/23/EEC: EN60950-1:2001 Article 3.
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