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27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok
WIRELESS DUAL-BAND N+ ROUTER
N750 DB
USER MANUAL
8820-00778
F9K1103 v1
Ok mk 3/1/11
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
What's in the Box
Initial Setup
Advanced Tools & Settings
The Belkin Router Manager
Manual Setup Using Your Browser
Adding Computers to Your Network
Adding USB Devices
Bundled Software
Additional Capabilities
Getting to Know Your Router
Front Panel
Back Panel
Technical Details
Technical Features
System Requirements
Using Your Router
Enabling Auto Update on Your Router
Updating Your Router via Your System Tray
Updating the Router's Firmware via the Web Interface
Resetting the Router
Restoring your Router to Factory Defaults
Restoring the Router to Default Settings Using the Web Interface
Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty
Troubleshooting
Technical Support
Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty
Regulatory Information
FCC Statement
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- Page 1 Updating the Router’s Firmware via the Web Interface Resetting the Router Restoring your Router to Factory Defaults Restoring the Router to Default Settings Using the Web Interface Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Troubleshooting Technical Support Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty Regulatory Information FCC Statement...
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Page 2: Getting Started
27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Getting Started What’s in the Box N750 DB Wireless Dual‐Band N+ Router Ethernet cable (attached to router) Power supply (attached to router) Network information card (attached to router) Belkin Setup CD with User Manual Initial Setup Where to Place Your Router For the best results, place the Router next to your modem in an open location away from large metal objects and magnets such as those found in speakers. Raising the Router above floor level can improve the strength of your wireless signal. How to Set It Up [R SETUP DIAGRAM r N600 DB setup.ai] 1) Connect your Router’s Ethernet cable to your modem’s Ethernet port (on the back of your modem). This port might be labeled differently on your particular modem. If you are adding a Router for the first time, this port may be connected to your computer by an Ethernet cable. It is OK to disconnect your computer and plug the Router into the modem instead. 2) Plug the Router’s power supply into a wall outlet. 3) Put the CD into your computer. If the CD doesn’t open automatically, please browse to your CD drive and double‐ click on the Belkin Setup CD icon. [SCREENSHOT OF SETUP MENU setup menu.png] 4) Click the Setup icon on the CD menu. - Page 3 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok [SCREENSHOT OF NETWORK INFO CARD SCREEN setup netinfo card.png] 5) After a brief installation, the setup software will ask you for the network name and password from the network information card that is attached to your Router. Store the card under the base of your Router for future reference. [SCREENSHOT OF SUCCESS setup success.png] 6) A progress screen will appear while additional software is installed. This may take a few minutes to complete. Once finished, a “Success” message will appear indicating that you are connected to the Internet via your new Belkin Router. During setup you may be asked for additional information. You may need to enter a username and password provided by your ISP. This username and password is likely to be found on materials that came from your ISP when you signed up for service. If necessary, you may need to contact your ISP to retrieve your username and password. If you have a static IP address, you may need to enter additional information also provided by your ISP. If your computer doesn’t have a wireless adapter, or the setup software is unable to control it, you may be asked to connect your computer to the Router with a network cable. Advanced Tools & Settings [SCREENSHOT OF ADVANCED MENU setup advanced2.png] After the initial setup is complete, you have the option to change settings like your network name, security type, and password. To make these changes and others, click on the Advanced Tools icon at the CD Setup menu and select one of the following settings that you would like to change: Network Name & Security Personalize your network name (SSID), password, and strength of wireless security.
- Page 4 [N600 SCREENSHOT OF TRAY APP MENU (TBD)] The Belkin Router Manager appears in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). Its icon indicates the current status of your Router and also allows you to access your Router’s settings to make changes. It also provides quick access to software that came bundled with your Router. To access the Router settings, click on the icon and select from the menu that appears. The status of your Router is shown by the Belkin Router Manager icon, which closely mimics the light on the front of the Router. Blue: You are connected to your Belkin Router and it is connected to the Internet. Amber: You are connected to your Belkin Router, but it is not connected to the Internet.
- Page 5 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Manual Setup Using Your Browser [ZOOMED SCREENSHOT OF ADDRESS BAR address bar.png] In your browser, type “http://router” (you do not need to type in anything else such as “www”). Then press the Enter key. If you’re still having trouble running the manual setup option, type “192.168.2.1” in your browser (you do not need to type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the Enter key. Adding Computers to Your Network Wireless devices such as computers, network printers, and gaming systems can connect to your Router with a few simple steps. Using the CD 1) Put the Setup CD into your computer. If the CD doesn’t open automatically, browse to your CD drive and open the Belkin Setup CD icon. 2) Click the Setup icon on the CD menu. 3) After a brief installation, the setup software will ask you for the network name and password from the network information card that came with your Router. This card is most likely now located underneath the foot of your Router in the provided card slot. 4) A progress screen will appear while additional software is installed. This may take a few minutes to complete. Once finished, a “Success” message will appear indicating that you are connected to the Internet via your new Belkin Router. Note: The setup software runs only on Windows and Mac OS X systems. Manually If you choose not to use the included Setup CD for adding additional computers or wireless devices, you can manually add these items to your network.
- Page 6 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok 2) Select your Belkin Router from the list of available networks. You can identify your Belkin Router by locating the network name (SSID) from the card located underneath the foot of your Router. 3) Enter your network password (located on your network information card). Your wireless device will take a few moments to connect to your network. If the connection is not made the first time, try this process again. If you still have difficulty connecting to your network after trying this process a few times, see the “Troubleshooting” section in this manual for help with connecting to your network. Note: In some cases you may be prompted to select the security type. It is printed on the card for your convenience. Using the WPS Button 1) Start WPS Push Button Connection (WPS PBC) on your computer or other Wi‐Fi device that you would like to connect wirelessly to your Router. Often there will be a button for this purpose in software that came with the device, or a physical “WPS,” “PBC,” or “Security” button on the device itself. 2) Within two minutes, press the WPS button on your Router and hold for two seconds. The WPS light (small light above WPS button) will blink blue while it listens for your Wi‐Fi device. Once a connection is established, the light will turn blue and then go out. If a connection is not established, the light will blink amber. You may repeat the process to try again. You can repeat this process for each WPS‐enabled device you’d like to add to your network. Adding USB Devices [USB INVITATION DIAGRAM (TBD)] ...
- Page 7 Plug your USB hard drive into the USB port on the back of your Router. When the light above the USB port is lit, your drive is available to computers on your network. You can manually check the status of your shared drive by visiting the USB Print and Storage Manager, found under the Belkin Router Manager icon displayed in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). If you have difficulty sharing a drive on your network, please see the “Troubleshooting” section of this manual. A few USB hard disks require more power than the Router’s USB port provides. In these cases, you may notice the drive failing to come on or remaining on for a short time. If your disk has an optional power supply, please use it while the disk is attached to your Router.
- Page 8 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok driver is not installed, you will be asked to install it by the Belkin USB Print and Storage Manager. Adding Other USB Devices Other USB devices may also be shared via your Router. Plug your device into the USB port located on the back of your Router. When the light above the USB port is lit, your device is available to computers on your network. Computers running the Belkin USB Print and Storage Manager will be able to make use of the shared device by visiting the USB Print and Storage Manager, found under the Belkin Router Manager icon displayed in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). Bundled Software USB Print and Storage Manager The USB Print and Storage Manager helps to manage and monitor the use of your USB printers, scanners, hard drives, and other devices that are connected to your Router’s USB port and shared across your network. USB Print and Storage Manager is found in the Belkin Router Manager icon displayed in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). When you have one or more USB devices attached to your Router, the main actions for those devices are available directly from the Belkin Router Monitor menu. Memory Safe Memory Safe allows you to set up a routine backup of your files to a hard drive or flash drive attached to your Router. Memory Safe is found in the Belkin Router Manager icon displayed in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). Additional Capabilities Guest Access You can allow guests to use your Internet connection without joining your personal network. The network name and password...
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Page 9: Getting To Know Your Router
27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok for the guest network is located on the network information card found under the foot of your Router. A person using your guest network will be able to join without a password, but will be shown a login page when they attempt to surf the Web. They will need to enter the guest password into this page to continue. Video Mover Video Mover sends media from a USB drive attached to your Router to any UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) or DLNA-compatible device on your network. These devices include certain gaming systems, televisions, Blu-ray players, and cell phones. Getting to Know Your Router Front Panel [DIAGRAM front.ai] ... - Page 10 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok B) Wi‐Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Light and Button The WPS button on the front of your Router can be used to help establish a secure connection between your Router and other WPS‐ enabled Wi‐Fi devices such as computers. To use the WPS feature on your Router, see “Getting Started > Adding Computers to Your Network > Using the WPS Button”. The small light near the WPS button shows what is happening while you are using WPS to establish a connection. Off: Idle Blinking Blue: The Router is listening for a WPS‐enabled computer or other device. Solid Blue: The Router has made a secure connection with the computer or other device. Amber: A connection was not created. Back Panel [R DIAGRAM FOR SHARE AND PLAY r_shareplay_back.ai] A) Modem (WAN) Connector Connect your modem to this port using an Ethernet cable. B) Wired (LAN) Connectors Connect computers and other wired network devices to these ports using Ethernet cables. C) USB Port USB printers, disks, and other USB devices plugged into this port will be shared on your network. Each USB port has a light that indicates its status. Off: No USB device is connected or the attached USB device is not in use. Blinking: Please wait to unplug the device until the light turns off. On: The USB device is connected and being shared on your network.
- Page 11 You can easily make changes to your Router’s advanced settings through your web browser. These changes can be made from any computer on your network. Belkin Router Monitor The Belkin Router Monitor application helps you to monitor your ’ Router s status and change network settings.
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Page 12: Using Your Router
50MB of free hard-drive space for installation Using Your Router Enabling Auto Update on Your Belkin Router The Router has the capability to automatically check for a newer version of firmware and alert you when it’s available. You can choose to download the new version or ignore it. By default this feature is disabled. - Page 13 Router. This can be done easily via your computer’s system tray or menu bar. Setup steps: Click on the blue Belkin Router Manager icon (right-click for Windows) in your system tray (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). Select “Check for Updates” or “Update Available” from the menu.
- Page 14 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Locate and download the firmware file from the Belkin support site. (Type your part number into the search box in the top right corner and look for “Firmware” in the title.) Save the file to a location on your computer where you can get to it easily, such as your desktop.
- Page 15 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok will vary depending on your model and version. Select the firmware file by left-clicking on it and then click the “Open” button in the lower- right corner of the window. This will take you back into the Router’s interface. Click the “Update”...
- Page 16 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Reset Button – Red The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password.
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Page 17: Troubleshooting, Support, And Warranty
The Router will begin the restoring process. Once the restore is complete, the Router will reboot. Note: This may take several minutes. Your Router has successfully been restored to its factory settings. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Troubleshooting The Setup CD does not automatically start. If Belkin Setup does not run when you insert the CD‐ROM, your computer may not be configured to open CDs automatically. If Belkin Setup does not appear within 15 seconds, browse to your CD‐ROM drive and open the “Belkin Setup” icon. Alternatively, you... - Page 18 Belkin Setup cannot connect my Router to the Internet. If Belkin Setup is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items: 1) Use the troubleshooting suggestions within Belkin Setup. If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure that you have typed in your user name and password correctly. Some user names require that the ISP’s domain may be at the end of the name.
- Page 19 If you have a static connection, your ISP will have assigned you an IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Please re-run Belkin Setup and enter this information when a static connection is mentioned. You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP.
- Page 20 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Router’s wireless network. Please refer to “Adding Computers to Your Network” in this manual for instructions. If your Windows XP computer is running SP2, you will not be able to set up the Router via the wireless setup process. You will need to either update to Windows XP SP3 or complete the setup via a wired connection. I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly and my network name is not listed in ...
- Page 21 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property in Windows, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections”, and double-click on your wireless card’s connection. In the properties dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab, then choose the “Advanced”...
- Page 22 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Click “Wireless” in the left‐hand menu. Then click “Security” just below that. Select the “WPA/WPA2” option. Enter a password. This can be from 8–63 characters of your choice, including spaces and punctuation, OR a 64‐digit hexadecimal number (using only the numbers 0–9 and letters A–F). Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Your wireless connection is now encrypted. Each computer using your wireless network will need to use the new key. Note: If you are configuring the Router over a wireless connection, you will have to re‐connect to the Router after changing any security settings. Note: Some older networking hardware supports only WEP encryption. If your older computers cannot connect to your network, try 128‐bit or 64‐bit WEP, or seek software updates from their manufacturers. I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Router. Log in to your Router. Visit http://router/ with your web browser. Click on the “Login” button in the top right-hand corner of the screen. You will be asked to enter your password.
- Page 23 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok Click “Apply Changes” to finish. Your wireless activity is now encrypted. Each computer using your wireless network will need to use the new key. Note: If you are configuring the Router over a wireless connection, you will have to re‐connect to the Router after changing any security settings. Note: Some older networking hardware supports only 64‐bit WEP encryption. If your older computers cannot connect to your network, try 64‐bit WEP. A disk I plugged into the USB port is not showing up on my computer or in Memory Safe. 1) Is the light on over the USB port that the disk is plugged into? If not, try unplugging and re‐plugging the disk. Please check that the USB connector is firmly plugged into the Router. 2) If your disk has an optional power supply, please use it while the disk is attached to your Router. 3) The Router supports FAT16, FAT32‐, or NTFS‐formatted disks. Disks in other formats will not appear in the Finder (Mac OS X) or Windows Internet Explorer.
- Page 24 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok A disk I plugged into the USB port is not coming on or remains on only for a short time. Some drives require more power than the Router’s USB port provides. If your disk has an optional power supply, please use it while the disk is attached to your Router. A printer I plugged into the USB port is not showing up on my computer. 1) Is the light on over the USB port that the printer is plugged into? If not, try unplugging and re‐plugging the printer. Please check that the USB connector is firmly plugged into the Router. 2) To print to a printer attached to the Router, your computer must have that printer’s driver installed. Please check that the driver is installed. 3) The printer may not be set to auto‐connect. Via the Belkin Router Manager, open the USB Print and Storage Center. Check that the printer appears in the list of available devices. View the properties of the printer, and check that “auto‐ connect” is selected. A different sort of USB device that I plugged into the USB port is not showing up on my computer. Most USB devices other than disks and printers must be accessed via the USB Print and Storage Center. 1) Is the light on over the USB port that the device is plugged into? If not, try unplugging and re‐plugging the device. Please check that the USB connector is firmly plugged into the Router. 2) Via the Belkin Router Manager, open the USB Print and Storage Center. Check that the device appears in the list of available devices. 3) Select the device and click the “Use” button. The device will be virtually connected to your computer until you choose to “Stop Using” the device, or another person requests use of the device.
- Page 25 What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty. Belkin will repair or replace, at its option, any defective product free of charge (except for shipping charges for the product). Belkin reserves the right to discontinue any of its products without notice, and disclaims any limited warranty to repair or replace any such discontinued products.
- Page 26 What is not covered by this warranty? All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole expense of the purchaser, or if Belkin determines that the Belkin product has been improperly installed, altered in any way, or tampered with.
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Page 27: Fcc Statement
DIRECT, INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL OR MULTIPLE DAMAGES SUCH AS, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOST BUSINESS OR PROFITS ARISING OUT OF THE SALE OR USE OF ANY BELKIN PRODUCT, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which may vary from state to state. - Page 28 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. For product available in the USA/Canada market, only channel 1~11 can be operated. Selection of other channels is not possible. This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
- Page 29 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.
- Page 30 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok IC Statement: This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B conforme á la norme NMB-003 du Canada. This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
- Page 31 27604_8820-00778_F9K1103_N750_Dual-Band_Wireless_N_Router_041811_ok *Back cover © 2011 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac, Mac OS, and Safari are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, Internet Explorer, and DirectX are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.