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  • Page 1: G Wireless Router

    G Wireless Router User Manual PM01110 F5D7234-4...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of ConTenTs sections table of contents 1 Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Benefits of a Home Network�...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G Wireless Router (the Router)� The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best practices for maximizing 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 Router for Optimal...

  • Page 4: Placement Of Your Router For Optimal Performance

    To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” (i�e�, computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): G Wireless Router •...

  • Page 5: G Wireless Router

    • For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included with your Wireless Network Card or Adapter� See your Network Card’s user guide for more information�...

  • Page 6: G Wireless Router

    Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel� If you continue to have difficulty with secure connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues� For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www�belkin�com/networking�...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    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 G Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network�...

  • Page 8: G Wireless Router

    PRodUCT oVeRVIeW sections table of contents 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� built-In dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (dHCP) Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for the easiest possible connection of a network�...
  • Page 9 Package Contents • Belkin G Wireless Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant CD with User Manual • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply system Requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection •...

  • Page 10: G Wireless Router

    KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 1� Modem 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� Not connected to the modem Solid Green Connected to the modem...

  • Page 11: Knowing Your Router

    KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 5� Internet 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 12: G Wireless Router

    KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 7� Power Jack Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack� 8� Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) – Gray 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�...

  • Page 13: Connecting And Configuring Your Router

    G Wireless Router setup assistant Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task� You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes� The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10�4 or v10�5, computer be connected...

  • Page 14: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents step 1: Hardware Connections a� Unplug your modem’s power cord� Put the Router next to the modem� Raise the Router’s antenna� b� Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer�...

  • Page 15: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 16: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents select Country Select your country from the drop-down box� Click “Begin” to continue� G Wireless Router Confirmation screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow�...

  • Page 17: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Progress screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed� G Wireless Router 2�1 Checking settings The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet�...

  • Page 18: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 2�2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection� G Wireless Router 2�3 naming your Wireless network The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID)�...

  • Page 19: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 2�4 Requesting Internet account Info (if needed) Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes� G Wireless Router If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below� Click “Next” to continue�...

  • Page 20: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 2�5 Configuring the Router The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to the Router and restarting it� Wait for the on-screen instructions� note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting�...

  • Page 21: G Wireless Router

    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�...

  • Page 22: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 2�7 optional: assistance Connecting other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network� Follow the on-screen instructions� G Wireless Router Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are properly connected, your network is set up and working�...

  • Page 23: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents step 3: set Up Wireless security – Run the security assistant software Now that your network is set up and working, it is recommended that you turn on wireless security to prevent unauthorized access to your network from neighboring wireless-enabled computers�...

  • Page 24: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Progress screen The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step has been completed� G Wireless Router 3�1 Picking the security Type Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next” to continue�...

  • Page 25: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 3�2 Creating a network Key Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next” to continue� G Wireless Router 3�3 Transferring the Key After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the network key to each of your wireless computers�...

  • Page 26: G Wireless Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 3�4 Verifying the Connection If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click “Next”� If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one computer”...

  • Page 27: Alternate Setup Method

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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 Setup Assistant software� You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Router�...
  • Page 28 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1.6 a Note: Your Router may have ports in different locations than depicted in the illustration above� 1�7 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�...

  • Page 29: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 30: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents logging into the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window� The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it� To make any changes to the Router’s settings, you have to log in� Clicking the “Login” button or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the login screen�...

  • Page 31: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents Using the Web-based advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Web-Based 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� G Wireless Router (10)

  • Page 32: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1� Quick-navigation links You can go directly to any of the Router’s 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�...

  • Page 33: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 6� lan settings 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”...

  • Page 34: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 35: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 36: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 37: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 38: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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 re-type it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it�...

  • Page 39: G Wireless Router

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) G Wireless Router [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�...

  • Page 40: Internet

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1� PPTP account Provided by your ISP� Enter your PPTP User ID 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�...
  • Page 41 Reconnect the power cable to the cable modem, and wait until all the lights on the modem have stopped flashing� Reconnect the power cable to the Belkin Router� To confirm you are successfully connected to the Internet, open an Internet browser, such as Internet Explorer ensure that you can browse web pages�...
  • Page 42 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (l2TP) [Israel Only]� Some ISPs require a connection using L2TP protocol, a type of connection most common in Israel� This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system�...
  • Page 43 Custom domain name server (dns) settings A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www�belkin�com” into IP addresses� Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router� The “Automatic from ISP”...
  • Page 44 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�...

  • Page 45: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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”...
  • Page 46 Mask 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 have a specific reason to do so�...

  • Page 47: Viewing The Dhcp Client List Page

    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� You can name the network anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”�...

  • Page 48: Configuring The Wireless Network Settings

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� G Wireless Router Changing the Wireless network name (ssId) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set...
  • Page 49 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using the Wireless Mode switch Your Router can operate in four different wireless modes: “g and b”, “g only”, “b only”, and “off”� The different modes are explained (below)� g and b Mode In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802�11b and 802�11g wireless clients simultaneously�...
  • Page 50 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels you can choose from� In the United States, there are 11 channels� In Australia, the United Kingdom, and most of Europe and Asia, there are 13 channels� In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements�...
  • Page 51 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 52: Securing Your Wi-Fi Network

    Most of the new wireless equipment in the market today supports both Standard) does not cause any 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment throughput loss that only supports 64-bit WEP� All Belkin wireless products will support both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP�...
  • Page 53 ™ of data, which offers much greater security than WPA� WPA uses both Temporal Key Integrity Protocol (TKIP) and (AES) for encryption� For a list of Belkin wireless products that support WPA, please visit our website at www�belkin�com/networking� (WPa ™...
  • Page 54 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 55: Wep Setup

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents WeP setup 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�...
  • Page 56 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 57: Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a ™...

  • Page 58: Wpa Setup

    � 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� Other operating systems are not supported at this time� Microsoft’s patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802�11g products�...

  • Page 59: Setting Wpa/Wpa2

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 + WPA2- PSK”...
  • Page 60 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”...

  • Page 61: Using The Access Point Mode

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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”� 6�...
  • Page 62 Wireless Access Point� Note that you can only bridge your Belkin G Wireless Router (model F5D7234-4, F5D7231-4) to a Belkin Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (model F5D7132, F5D7130)� We do not support bridging with access points of other manufacturers at this time�...
  • Page 63 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Range extension Range extension will extend the wireless coverage area in your home or office� The example on the next page illustrates the use of bridging to extend the range of your wireless network� In this example, the Router is set up to connect to an Access Point located in another area�...
  • Page 64 Up a bridge between your 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�...
  • Page 65 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3� Place your secondary Access Point within range of your Router and near the area where you want to extend the range or add the network segment� Typically, indoor range should be between 100 and 200 feet�...

  • Page 66: Configuring The Firewall

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 7� Check the box that says “Enable ONLY specific Access Points to connect”� 8� In the fields named “AP1”, type in the MAC address of your secondary Access Point� When you have typed in the address, click “Apply Changes”�...
  • Page 67 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks� These ports appear to be “Stealth”, meaning that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker� You can turn the firewall function off if needed;...
  • Page 68 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents entering settings into the Virtual server To enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal (server) machine, and the port(s) required to pass� Then select the port type (TCP or UDP), check the “Enable”...

  • Page 69: Setting Mac Address Filtering

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� Next, enter “80” in both the port fields� Select “Both”� Select “Block”� You can also select “Always”...
  • Page 70 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents To enable this feature, select “MAC Address Filtering” and click “Enable MAC Address Filtering”� Next, enter the MAC address of each computer on your network by clicking in the space provided and entering the MAC address of the computer you want to add to the list�...
  • Page 71 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting up the Router’s dynamic dns (ddns) 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� G Wireless Router 1�...

  • Page 72: Utilities Tab

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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�...

  • Page 73: Restarting The Router

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 74 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3� The following message will appear� Restarting the Router can take up to 25 seconds� It is important not to turn off the power to the Router during the restart� 4�...
  • Page 75 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 2� 3� The following message will appear� Restoring the defaults includes restarting the Router� It can take up to 25 seconds� It is important not to turn the power to the Router off during the restart� G Wireless Router The following message will 4�...
  • Page 76 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 77 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 “user�conf”� Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later�...
  • Page 78 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration� G Wireless Router 1� Click “Browse”� A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file�...
  • Page 79 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 2� You will be asked if you want to continue� Click “OK”� 3� A reminder window will appear� It will take up to 25 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete�...

  • Page 80: 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�...
  • Page 81 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents downloading a new Version of firmware You will now be taken to the download page of “F5D7234-4 Firmware update - North America”� G Wireless Router 1� To download the new version of firmware, click the download logo ( )�...
  • Page 82 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later�...
  • Page 83 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� G Wireless Router 2�...
  • Page 84 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3� The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected� Click “Update”� 4� G Wireless Router 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�...
  • Page 85 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing system settings The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator password, set the time zone, and enable remote management of the Router� setting or Changing the administrator Password The Router ships with NO password entered�...
  • Page 86 Internet and get a response� You cannot set the clock yourself� G Wireless Router 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�...
  • Page 87 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 88: Manually Configuring Network Settings

    ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 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�...
  • Page 89 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network adapters in Windows 98se 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 90 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network adapters in Mac os up to v9�x In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your Mac computer’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP� 1�...
  • Page 91 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network adapters in Mac os X v10�x 1� Click on the “System Preferences” icon� 2� Select “Network” from the “System Preferences” menu� G Wireless Router 3� Select “Built-in Ethernet” (1) next to “Show” in the “Network” menu� 4�...
  • Page 92 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 5� 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� You will need to enter this information into the Router�...

  • Page 93: Recommended Web Browser Settings

    ReCoMMended Web bRoWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents 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�...
  • Page 94 ReCoMMended Web bRoWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents 3� Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select “LAN 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”�...

  • Page 95: Troubleshooting

    TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: Installation CD does not automatically start� solution: 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�...
  • Page 96 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents 3� The Setup Assistant should start within a few seconds� If, instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD, double-click on the icon labeled “SetupAssistant�exe”� 4� If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings”...
  • Page 97 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: The Setup Assistant cannot find my Router� solution: If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, please check the following items: 1� If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet�...
  • Page 98 This will cause the Router to reattempt communication with the modem� If the “Modem” light on the Router is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support� 4� Try shutting down and restarting your computer�...
  • Page 99 You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP� To search our Knowledge Base for ISP-specific issues, go to: http://web�belkin�com/support and type in “ISP” If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings, please contact Belkin Technical Support�...
  • Page 100 If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please do the following: 1� Look at the lights on your Router� Your Belkin Router’s lights should be as follows: • The “Power” light should be on.
  • Page 101 (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that “Broadcast SSID” is enabled� This setting is found on the Router’s wireless “Channel and SSID” configuration page� If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support�...
  • Page 102 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents 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�...
  • Page 103 Belkin G Wireless Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or Powerline Ethernet Adapters� G Wireless Router These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered from Belkin directly� For network/range extension information, please visit: www�belkin�com/...
  • Page 104 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point� solution: 1� Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point� Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router or Access Point�...
  • Page 105 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 G Wireless Router or access point�...
  • Page 106 F5D7231-4, F5D7130 G Wireless Router 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”�...
  • Page 107 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� solution: Clients must use the same key that the G Wireless Router or access point uses�...
  • Page 108 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”...
  • Page 109 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network� solution: If you are NOT using a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for...
  • Page 110 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents What is the difference between 802�11b, 802�11g, 802�11a, and 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�...

  • Page 111: Information

    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: f5d7234-4 to which this declaration relates: Complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules�...
  • Page 112 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 210 Industry Canada�...
  • Page 113 In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example, because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a refund or a credit toward the purchase of another product from Belkin�com in an amount equal to the purchase price of the product...
  • Page 114 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product� All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser� If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment�...
  • Page 115 +61 (0) 2 4350 4600 +61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax © 2008 Belkin International, Inc� All rights reserved� All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed� Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Inc�, registered in the U�S�...

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