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Wireless G Router
User Manual
8820-00257
F5D7234-4 v5

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  • Page 1 Wireless G Router User Manual 8820-00257 F5D7234-4 v5...
  • Page 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTIONS Table of Contents 1 Introduction ..........1 Securing your Wi-Fi Network .
  • Page 3: Benefits Of A Home Network

    Table of Contents Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G 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

    (between your To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” computers and Router). (i.e., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): Wireless G Router...
  • Page 5 For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.
  • Page 6 AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues. Many commercial websites that require a user name and password to access your account For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking. Wireless G Router...
  • Page 7: Product Overview

    The following is a list of features that make Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the your new Belkin Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while small office network.
  • Page 8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW SECTIONS Table of Contents Support for VPN Pass-Through Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access Point If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN 802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b.
  • Page 9: Knowing Your Router

    The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router Belkin G Wireless Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. Quick Installation Guide Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable Power Supply System Requirements...
  • Page 10 KNOWING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents C. Router/Power Status A. Internet Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the elapses while the Router boots up.
  • Page 12 KNOWING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents H. Power Jack Connect the included 12V/1A DC power supply to this jack. I. Connection to Modem – Yellow This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was provided with the Router to connect the modem to this port.
  • Page 13: Connecting And Configuring Your Router

    Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: Setup Assistant Belkin G Wireless Router 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 Quick Installation Guide up and running in minutes.
  • Page 16 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up Select Country automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue. double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant”...
  • Page 17 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents Confirmation Screen Progress Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the right of the arrow.
  • Page 18 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents 2.1 Checking Settings 2.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet.
  • Page 19 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents 2.3 Naming your Wireless Network 2.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed) The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes. Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect.
  • Page 20 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents If your Internet account requires a login and password, you 2.5 Configuring the Router will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to Click “Next”...
  • Page 21 2.6 Checking Internet Connection Congratulations We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see connection to the Internet. the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet.
  • Page 22 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents Troubleshooting 2.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless the following screen.
  • Page 23 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security properly connected, your network is set up and working. You can now Assistant Software surf the Internet.
  • Page 24 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents Progress Screen 3.1 Picking the Security Type The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next” has been completed.
  • Page 25 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents 3.2 Creating a Network Key 3.3 Transferring the Key Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next” After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the to continue.
  • Page 26 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER SECTIONS Table of Contents 3.4 Verifying the Connection Congratulations If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click Once you have verified that your wireless computers are properly “Next”. If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one connected, your wireless network is set up and secured.
  • 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. From the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks: View the Router’s current settings and status Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network...
  • Page 28 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Step 1 Set up your Computer’s Network Settings to Step 2 Configure the Router Using the Web-Based Work with a DHCP Server Advanced User Interface See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Network Settings”...
  • Page 29 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Logging into the Router Logging out of the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window. The home One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of page is visible to any user who wants to see it.
  • Page 30 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. (11) (10) Wireless G Router...
  • Page 31 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Quick-Navigation Links Login/Logout Button You can go directly to any of the Router’s UI pages by clicking directly This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of on these links.
  • Page 32 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents LAN Settings 10. Version Info Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and Router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one serial number of the Router.
  • Page 33 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Step 3 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 Setting your Connection Type to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable of From the “Connection Type”...
  • Page 34 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Change WAN MAC Address Dynamic IP If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type used you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer’s with cable modems.
  • Page 35 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 (1), subnet mask (2), and ISP gateway address (3).
  • Page 36 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 37 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents User Name This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you your ISP. a specific MTU setting. Making changes to the MTU setting can cause problems with your Internet connection including disconnection from the Internet, slow Internet access, and problems with Internet applications working properly.
  • Page 38 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) [European Countries Only]. Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP protocol, a type of connection most common in European countries. This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system.
  • Page 39 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD SECTIONS Table of Contents User ID Get IP by DHCP Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP User ID here. Select the method of getting your Internet IP address from your ISP server. It depends on your ISP service type. Check this box if your ISP will automatically assign an IP address for you.
  • Page 40 A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that Follow the on-screen steps and click “Apply Changes” to complete translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” your setup. into IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router.
  • Page 41 When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the the MAC address you specified. 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 43: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Viewing the LAN Settings Changing LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the “LAN Setup” tab (1) will take you to its header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on changed here.
  • Page 44 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 The length of time the DHCP server will reserve the IP address for each if necessary;...
  • Page 48 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Mixed (11b+11g) Mode 11b Only Mode In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very clients simultaneously.
  • Page 51 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption, but you might have older equipment 40-bit keys) bits of system- encryption is throughput loss that only supports 64-bit WEP. All Belkin wireless products will support generated strengthened both 64-bit and 128-bit WEP. data Wireless G Router...
  • Page 52 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents ™ ™ Encryption Keys Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA After selecting either the 64-bit or 128-bit WEP encryption mode, it is WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the critical that you generate an encryption key.
  • Page 57 . This patch works only with the Windows XP operating WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes. system. You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support Router PIN: If an external registrar is available, you may enter in the site.
  • Page 59 NOT Manufactured by Belkin In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using the Windows Wireless If you do NOT have a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Network Utility by doing the following: Notebook Card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless...
  • Page 60 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Under the “Wireless Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Data Encryption”. This setting will Networks” tab, click the have to be identical to the Router that you set up. “Configure” button and you will see the following screen.
  • Page 62: Configuring The Firewall

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Configuring the Firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: attack networks.
  • Page 63 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Entering Settings into the Virtual Server The “Virtual Servers” function will allow you to route external (Internet) To enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or internal (server) machine, and the port(s) required to pass.
  • Page 67: Using Dynamic Dns

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Using Dynamic DNS The Dynamic DNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org provides this service, for up to five host names, free to the Internet community.
  • Page 68: Utilities Tab

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents WAN Ping Blocking Utilities Tab Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of perform certain administrative functions.
  • Page 69: Restarting The Router

    USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Restarting the Router Restoring Factory Default Settings Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the delete any of your configuration settings.
  • Page 70 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 A window will open that allows you to select the location where your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost you want to save the configuration file.
  • Page 71 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. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.conf”.
  • Page 73 In the “Firmware update” page, click “Browse”. A window will open that “F5D7234-4 v5” in the “Search” field. Click “Search”. allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. Click on “F5D7234-4 v5 Firmware Update” to find and download the latest firmware available. Wireless G Router...
  • Page 75 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE SECTIONS Table of Contents Setting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing the Login Time-Out Setting The Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you password for greater security, you can set a password here.
  • Page 76 Enabling Remote Management The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE (SNTP) server. This allows the Router to synchronize the system clock SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Remote to the global Internet.
  • Page 77 UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other new firmware is available.
  • Page 78: 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 Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”.
  • Page 79 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS SECTIONS Table of Contents Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” Click the “DNS Configuration” tab (1). Write the DNS address(es) in from the drop-down menu. the chart.
  • Page 80 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. Pull down the Apple menu.
  • Page 81 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS SECTIONS Table of Contents Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X Click on the “System Preferences” icon. Select “Network” from the “System Preferences” menu. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (1) next to “Show” in the “Network” menu. Select the “TCP/IP”...
  • Page 82 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS SECTIONS Table of Contents 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 83: 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 In the “Internet Options”...
  • Page 84 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS SECTIONS Table of Contents ® ® Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher select “LAN Settings…”. Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic In the “Preferences”...
  • Page 86: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING SECTIONS Table of Contents Problem: Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power back into the Router. Ensure that the Router’s Power light is The Setup Assistant cannot find my Router. on; it should be solid green. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is correctly connected to the Router and plugged into a Solution: wall outlet.
  • Page 87 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. Try shutting down and restarting your computer. Wireless G Router...
  • Page 88 You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific software, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 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 90 (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. Wireless G Router...
  • Page 91 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTIONS Table of Contents Problem: Changing the Wireless Channel My wireless network performance is inconsistent. Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and Data transfer is sometimes slow. reliability. The default channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region Signal strength is poor.
  • Page 92 TROUBLESHOOTING SECTIONS Table of Contents Problem: These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered from Belkin directly. How do I extend the range of my wireless network? For network/range extension information, please visit: Solution: www.belkin.com/networking to find out more about:...
  • Page 93 I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a WEP key from on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point. the passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all of your clients to match these settings.
  • Page 94 Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings. advanced features of the Belkin client card. If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name from the “Available Networks”...
  • Page 95 Problem: Do Belkin products support WPA? 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: Solution: Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it.
  • Page 96 “Available Networks” list and click the I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security “Properties” button. on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a home network. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA-PSK (no server)”.
  • Page 97 Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA”. 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. In the “Authentication” tab, select the settings that are indicated by your network administrator.
  • Page 98 I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security In systems running Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > and I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network. Network Connections”. Right-click on the “Wireless Networks” tab. The “Wireless Network Solution: Connection Properties”...
  • Page 99 Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which Wireless 802.11b 802.11g 802.11a Belkin Draft-N transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on Technology the designation 802.11(x), so named by the IEEE, the board that is responsible for certifying networking standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at...
  • Page 100 SECTIONS Table of Contents Technical Support You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/ networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: 877-736-5771 800-223-5546 ext. 2263 310-898-1100 ext. 2263...
  • Page 101 FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY We, Belkin International, Inc., of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that this device,...
  • Page 102 Radio products with the CE 0682 or CE alert marking comply with modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by the R&TTE Directive (1995/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the Belkin International, Inc., may void the user’s authority to operate European Community. the equipment.
  • Page 103 1. Contact Belkin International, Inc., at 501 W. Walnut St., Compton CA In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example, because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either...
  • Page 104 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product. All How state law relates to the warranty. costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. borne solely by the purchaser. If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion,...
  • Page 105 +61 (0) 2 4350 4600 +61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax © 2009 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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