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Belkin F5D5231-4 User Manual

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  • Page 1 4-Port Cable/DSL Gateway Router Share your broadband Internet connection and files User Manual F5D5231-4...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements ... . 3 Knowing Your Belkin Router ......4 Connecting and Configuring your Cable/DSL Gateway Router .

  • Page 3: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Belkin 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 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 of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding.

  • 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 4. 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. When the light is solid GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet.
  • Page 8 KNOWING YOUR BELKIN ROUTER momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. b. Using the Reset Button to Restore the Factory Defaults Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds then release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash.

  • Page 9: Connecting And Configuring Your Cable/Dsl Gateway 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 10 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY 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.
  • Page 11 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 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. Click “Next” when you are ready to move on. 2.3 License Agreement Please read the license agreement in the window.
  • Page 12 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY 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 13 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY 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 14 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY ROUTER 3.4 Connect the new network cable from the back of the computer to one of the ports labeled “1–4”. NOTE: It does not matter which numbered port you choose. 3.5 Turn on your cable or DSL modem by reconnecting the power supply to the modem.
  • Page 15 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY 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 16 CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR CABLE/DSL GATEWAY 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”...
  • Page 17 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 18 Easy Install Wizard to set up those computers to connect to your Router. If you are adding a Belkin network adapter your other computers, install the adapter per the instructions for the adapter. When the installation of the adapter is finished, your computer will be set up to connect to the Router.

  • Page 20: Alternate Setup Method

    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 21 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 22 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 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. 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.
  • Page 23 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 24 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”. Logging into the Router will take you to a separate login page where you will need to enter a password.
  • Page 25 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 26 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 27 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 28 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. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn’t require a modem, you may also use PPPoE.
  • Page 29 4. MTU The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you 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. 5.
  • Page 30 ALTERNATE SETUP METHOD 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 31 Setting your Connection Type if you are a Telstra Big Pond User [Australia Only] Your user name and password are provided to you by Telstra Big Pond. Enter this information below. Choosing your state from the drop-down menu (6) will automatically fill in your login server IP address. If your login server address is different than one provided here, you may manually enter the login server IP address by placing a check in the box next to “Manually Enter Server IP Address”...
  • Page 32 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 33 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 34: 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 35 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...
  • Page 36 IP address. 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 37 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 38 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 39 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 40 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 41 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 42 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 43 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 44 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.
  • Page 45 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 46 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 47 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 48 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 49 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 50 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 51 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 52 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.
  • Page 53 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 the latest version.
  • Page 54 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 firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to locate the file in a place where you can locate it yoursellater.
  • Page 55 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 56 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 57 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 58 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 59 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 60 USING THE WEB-BASED ADVANCED USER INTERFACE Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Notification 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 61: Manually Configuring Network Settings

    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.
  • Page 62 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS X 1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon. 2. Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu. 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show in the Network menu.
  • Page 63 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS 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” is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password.
  • Page 64 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 65 MANUALLY CONFIGURING NETWORK SETTINGS 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 this window. 3. If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type.

  • Page 66: Recommended Web Browser Settings

    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 67 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS 4. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”. Click “OK”. Then click “OK” again in the “Internet Options” page.
  • Page 68 RECOMMENDED WEB BROWSER SETTINGS Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher 1. Start Netscape. Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”. 2. In the “Preferences” window, click on “Advanced” then select “Proxies”. In the “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection to the Internet”.

  • Page 69: 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 70 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 71: Information

    Belkin Components 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 72 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 P74121 © 2002 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed.

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