Belkin F5D6231-4 User Manual
Belkin F5D6231-4 User Manual

Belkin F5D6231-4 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router Share your broadband Internet connection without cables User Manual F5D6231-4...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements ... . 3 Knowing your Belkin Router ......4 Placement of your Wireless Router .
  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router (the Router). 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 Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network.
  • Page 4 INTRODUCTION NAT IP Address Sharing Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost of adding additional IP addresses to your Internet service account. SPI Firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping...
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    • Internet Browser NOTE: At the time of printing, a version of the Easy Install Wizard was not available for Mac OS users. Please check www.networking.belkin.com to see if a Mac OS version of the Easy Install Wizard is now available.
  • Page 6: Knowing Your Belkin Router

    KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically or horizontally, or it may be mounted to a wall. The slim design minimizes the desktop space required when placed vertically. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility.
  • Page 7 KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER Front Panel Antenna Rear Panel 4. WAN Status LED This LED lights in GREEN to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It blinks rapidly when information is being sent over the port between the Router and the modem.
  • Page 8 KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER 5. Connected LED This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet. When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet. When the light is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet.
  • Page 9 KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER 8. Internet/WAN Port This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. To ensure proper functioning, use the cable that was provided with your modem to connect the modem to this port. NOTE: Using a cable other than the cable supplied with your cable or DSL modem may cause malfunctioning.
  • Page 10: Placement Of Your Wireless Router

    Router. The Router may also be mounted to a wall with the antennas facing UP. There are other options for expanding your wireless coverage area. Visit www.networking.belkin.com for solutions. The wireless signal can be affected by many things including neighboring wireless networks, microwave ovens in operation, and 2.4GHz cordless phones.
  • Page 11: Connecting And Configuring Your Cable/Dsl Router

    Ethernet Easy Install Wizard Belkin has provided our Easy Install Wizard software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes. The Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation.
  • Page 12 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER IMPORTANT: Run the Easy Install Wizard from the computer that is directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME. Step 1: Run the Easy Install Wizard Software 1.1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.
  • Page 13 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 2.1 Click on “Set Up the Router” to begin. 2.2 Welcome Screen The Wizard welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected the Router at this point. If you have connected your Router, please reconnect your computer directly to the modem.
  • Page 14 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 2.4 Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your computer’s settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet. 2.5 Multi-NICs Screen This screen will appear ONLY if you have more than one network adapter installed in your computer.
  • Page 15 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 2.6 PPPoE Connection Detected If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a password, the Wizard will ask you to type in your user name and password. If your connection type does not require a user name and password, you will not see this screen.
  • Page 16 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 3.3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on the back of the Router labeled “Internet/WAN”. 3.4 Connect the new network cable from the back of the computer to one of the ports labeled “1–4”.
  • Page 17 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER Step 4: Continue Following the Wizard’s Instructions 4.1 Checking the Connection Once you have completed the connection of your Router, the Wizard will check the connection to the Router. If the Router is not detected, use the “Troubleshooting”...
  • Page 18 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 4.3 When the transfer is complete, the Wizard will tell you that it is done and may reboot (restart) the Router. 4.4 When configuration is complete, the Wizard will tell you “Router Setup Complete” and it will move to the next step. 4.5 Checking Internet The Wizard will now check for an Internet connection.
  • Page 19 Your Router is now connected to the Internet. Now you can begin surfing the Internet by opening your browser and going to your favorite web page. Congratulations! You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You are ready to set up the other computers in your home. You can also add computers to your Router any time you want.
  • Page 20 Easy Install Wizard to set up those computers to connect to your Router. If you are adding a Belkin wired or wireless network adapter to your other computers, install the adapter per the instructions for the adapter.
  • Page 21 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL ROUTER 5.4 The Wizard will make the changes needed to add your computer to the network. When finished, it will prompt to reboot your computer. Click “Yes”. 5.5 When your computer reboots, your computer will be connected to the network.
  • Page 22: Alternate Setup Method

    The 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. From the Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks: •...
  • Page 23 1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into the wall, then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack. To power adapter Cable or DSL modem 1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking the lights on the front of the Router.
  • Page 24 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD Alternative Method Step 3: Configuring 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” (do not type in anything else such as “http://”...
  • Page 25 Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Router’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page. (10) 1.
  • Page 26 RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the Router. 4. Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one button. When you are logged into the Router, this button will change to read “Logout”.
  • Page 27 Alternative Method Step 4: Configuring your Router for Connection to your ISP The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider. The Router is capable of connecting to virtually any Internet Service Provider’s system provided you have correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type.
  • Page 28 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 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 radio button (1) next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2). Setting your ISP Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with cable modems.
  • Page 29 1. Host Name This space is provided to enter a host name that needs to be visible to your ISP. Enter your host name here and click “Apply Changes” (3). If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you are not sure, leave this blank. 2.
  • Page 30 capable of handling up to five static WAN IP addresses. Select “My ISP provides more than one static IP address” and enter your additional addresses. Setting your ISP Connection Type to Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (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.
  • Page 31 1. User Name This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by your ISP. 2. Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 3. Service Name A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank.
  • Page 32 1. PPTP Account Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP account name here. 2. PPTP Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 3. Host Name Provided by your ISP. Enter your host name here. 4.
  • Page 33 8. Disconnect after X…. The Disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this option and entering “5” into the minute field will cause the router to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity.
  • Page 34 Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Links (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. Many ISPs do not require you to enter this information into the Router. The “Automatic from ISP”...
  • Page 35 Internet service. When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work. Belkin has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into the Router. This MAC address, in turn, will be seen by the ISP’s system as the original MAC...
  • Page 36: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 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.
  • Page 37 There is no need to change the subnet mask. This is a unique, advanced feature of your Belkin Router. It is possible to change the subnet mask if necessary, however, do NOT make changes to the subnet mask unless you...
  • Page 38 For this reason, you will not want the IP address to change. 6. Local Domain Name The default setting is “Belkin”. You can set a local domain name (network name) for your network. There is no need to change this setting unless you have a specific advanced need to do so.
  • Page 39 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).
  • Page 40 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Configuring the Wireless Network Settings The Wireless tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and configure the Router to be used as an access point.
  • Page 41 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 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 “WLAN”. You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave it unchanged.
  • Page 42 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States, there are 11 channels. In the United Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements.
  • Page 43 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Using the Accept “ANY” SSID Feature Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. A feature of wireless networking is the ability to scan for networks and connect to them easily. For instance, you can set up a wireless-equipped computer to connect to and an SSID called “ANY”.
  • Page 44 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Setting Encryption Automatically Using a Passphrase 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.
  • Page 45 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Setting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five 2-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 2-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...
  • Page 46 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Using the Access Point Mode Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In AP mode, the Router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to.
  • Page 47 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 • Land Attack • Ping of Death (PoD) •...
  • Page 48 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Configuring the Port Forwarding Settings Application gateways let you select ports to be open for certain applications to work properly with the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature of the Router. A list of popular applications has been included to choose from. You can select an application from the drop-down list and the proper settings will be programmed into the Router.
  • Page 49 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Choosing an Application Select your application from the drop-down list. Click “Add”. The settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen. Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting for that application. To remove an application, select the number of the row that you want to remove then click “Clear”.
  • Page 50 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”.
  • Page 51 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Choosing an Application Select your application from the drop-down list. Click “Add”. The settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen. Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting for that application. To remove an application, select the number of the row that you want to remove then click “Clear”.
  • Page 52 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, e-mail, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. To restrict Internet access to a single computer for example, enter the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1).
  • Page 53 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 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.
  • Page 54 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.
  • Page 55 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Blocking an ICMP Ping Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. The Router can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside.
  • Page 56 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Utilities Tab Utilities This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions.
  • Page 57 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Restarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 1.
  • Page 58 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.
  • Page 59 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.
  • Page 60 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.
  • Page 61 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 double-click on it.
  • Page 62 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. 4. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored. The Router home page should appear automatically.
  • Page 63 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Updating Firmware From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Router’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Router’s firmware to...
  • Page 64 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 1. To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”. 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name.
  • Page 65 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Updating the Router’s Firmware 1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse” (2). A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. All firmware files end with a “.dlf”. 2.
  • Page 66 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE 5. You will see one more message. This message tells you that the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted. Click “OK”. 6.
  • Page 67 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.
  • Page 68 Internet and get a response. You cannot set the clock yourself. Enabling Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings from anywhere on the Internet. There are two methods of remotely managing the Router.
  • Page 69 Enabling/Disabling UPnP UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP- compliant. Some applications require the Router’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly.
  • Page 70 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Router’s advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available.
  • Page 71: Manually Configuring Network Settings

    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 Router after the Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 1.
  • Page 72 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”. Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings are now configured for use with the Router. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X 1.
  • Page 73 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show in the Network menu. 4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should see “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE”...
  • Page 74 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”...
  • Page 75 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me 1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 2. Select “TCP/IP -> settings” for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window.
  • Page 76: Recommended Web Browser Settings

    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.
  • Page 77 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in the “Internet Options” page. Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher 1. Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”. 2.
  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    You can find technical support information at www.networking.belkin.com or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call 800-223-5546. Technical support is available 24-hours-a-day, 7-days-a-week. The Easy Install Wizard is not able to connect my Router to the Internet.
  • Page 79 My connection type is “static IP address”. I cannot connect to the Internet. • Since your connection type is “static IP address”, your ISP must assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Make sure that the Router’s connection type is configured as “Static IP Address”...
  • Page 80: 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, to which this declaration relates, complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 81 • EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment • ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
  • Page 82 Belkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for its lifetime. If a defect is discovered, Belkin will, at its option, repair or replace the product at no charge provided it is returned during the warranty period, with transportation charges prepaid, to the authorized Belkin dealer from whom you purchased the product.
  • Page 83 Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603 Belkin Tech Support US: 310.898.1100 ext. 2263 800.223.5546 ext. 2263 Europe: 00 800 223 55 460 Australia: 1800 666 040 P74122 © 2002 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed.

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