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Enhanced Wireless Router
User Manual
F6D4230-4
8820-00034-A
Ok-mk 12/3/08
Splash Screen

Table of Contents

1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Advantages Of A Wireless Network................................x
Placement Of Your Enhanced Wireless Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
2 Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
3 Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4 Connecting and Configuring your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
5 Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Changing Lan Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Viewing The Dhcp Client List Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Setting WPA/WPA2 Encryption.....................x
Setting Wep Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Using The Access Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Setting Mac Address Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
Configuring The Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Using Dynamic Dns..............................................x
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Restarting The Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
Updating The Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x
8 Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
9 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x
10 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x

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  • Page 1 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 1 of 114 Enhanced Wireless Router User Manual F6D4230-4 8820-00034-A Ok-mk 12/3/08 Splash Screen Table of Contents 1 Introduction ........x Advantages of a Wireless Network…………………………..x...
  • Page 2 • Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat Advantages of a Wireless Network Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network: • Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range •...
  • Page 3 10 feet from the Router in order to see if distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please contact Belkin Technical Support. Note: While some of the items listed below can affect network performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from functioning;...
  • Page 4 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): • Ensure that your Router’s networking antenna is positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).
  • Page 5 • For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included with your wireless network card. See your network card’s user guide for more information.
  • Page 6 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 Enhanced Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network.
  • Page 7 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 7 of 114 Web-Based Advanced User Interface You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily.
  • Page 8 Page 8 of 114 Setup Assistant The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin’s renowned Easy Install Wizard, takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
  • Page 9 Page 9 of 114 Knowing your Router Package Contents • Belkin Enhanced Wireless Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD System Requirements •...
  • Page 10 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 10 of 114 Knowing your Router The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status.
  • Page 11 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 11 of 114 Wireless security is off Solid Green Wireless security is on B. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) button This button is used for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup feature. Please refer to the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section. C.
  • Page 12 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 12 of 114 Wired computer is not present Solid Green Wired computer is connected to the Router Blinking Problem with wired computer connecting properly to the Router Amber E. Router/Power Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up.
  • Page 13 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 13 of 114 This icon lights in green to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected. Router is NOT connected to modem Solid Green Router is connected to modem and functioning properly Blinking Problem with modem Amber...
  • Page 14 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 14 of 114 *Need photoshopped photo H. Connections to Wired Computers – Gray...
  • Page 15 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 15 of 114 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. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. Connection to Modem – Yellow This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem.
  • Page 16 Ethernet 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 computer be...
  • Page 17 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 17 of 114 active and working at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10.x, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method”...
  • Page 18 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 18 of 114 Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue.
  • Page 19 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 19 of 114 Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. <Insert: EZI_4.tif>...
  • Page 20 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 20 of 114 1.1 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. 1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. [insert EZI_5.tif]...
  • Page 21 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 21 of 114 1.3 Naming your Wireless Network The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or 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 22 Page 22 of 114 [in screenshot above, the “r” in router should be capitalized in “Belkin routers”] 1.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed) If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Select your...
  • Page 23 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 23 of 114 [insert EZI_9.tif] [text in screenshot above should say, “The Router needs a bit more information in order to be able to connect to the Internet. When you tell us who provides your service, we can configure most of it:”; also header should read “Internet account info”—note the sentence casing to remain consistent with the prev.
  • Page 24 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 24 of 114 [insert EZI_11.tif] 1.6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet.
  • Page 25 Page 25 of 114 [insert EZI_16.tif] 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 26 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 26 of 114 [insert EZI_done.tif] [header in screenshot above should say: Congratulations—Your Router is set up] Troubleshooting If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the troubleshooting steps.
  • Page 27 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 27 of 114 [insert EZI_17.tif] 1.7 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.
  • Page 28 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 28 of 114 [insert EZI_Opt_1.tif] [text below header in screenshot below should read: At this point, your Router is set up and working properly. It is now time to connect your other computers. Connecting computers wirelessly Computers with wireless network adapters can use this network. If you still need to install those adapters, do this now.
  • Page 29 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 29 of 114 [insert EZI_Opt_Done.tif] Alternate Setup Method Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section. Step 2: Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings”...
  • Page 30 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 30 of 114 Step 3: Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter” key. [use existing tif] Logging into the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.
  • Page 31 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 31 of 114 Logging out of the Router One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of making changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out.
  • Page 32 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 32 of 114 You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced 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 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 33 of 114 6. Language Shows the active language for the Advanced User Interface. Select a desirable language by clicking one of the available languages. 7. Version Info Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and serial number of the Router.
  • Page 34 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 34 of 114 [insert WAN.tif]...
  • Page 35 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 35 of 114 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 button (1) next to your connection type and then clicking “Next” (2). [insert Connection_Type.tif]...
  • Page 36 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 36 of 114 Setting your Internet Service Provider (ISP) Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with cable modems. Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in many cases is enough to complete the connection to your ISP.
  • Page 37 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 37 of 114 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 38 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 38 of 114 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 39 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 39 of 114 1. User Name This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by your ISP. 2. Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 3.
  • Page 40 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 40 of 114 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 41 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 41 of 114 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. Service IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter your PPTP gateway/service IP address here. 5.
  • Page 42 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 42 of 114 1. L2TP Account Provided by your ISP. Enter your L2TP User ID here. 2. L2TP Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 3. Host Name Provided by your ISP.
  • Page 43 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 43 of 114 6. Disconnect after X minutes… This feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time. For instance, placing a check mark next to this option and entering “5” into the minute field will cause the Router to disconnect from the Internet after five minutes of no Internet activity.
  • Page 44 Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router.
  • Page 45 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 address and will allow the connection to work.
  • Page 46 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 46 of 114 Entering a Specific MAC Address In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address. You can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page. Type in a MAC address in the spaces provided (2) and click “Apply Changes” (3) to save the changes. The Router’s WAN MAC address will now be changed to the MAC address you specified.
  • Page 47 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 47 of 114 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. [use existing tif] You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window.
  • Page 48 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 49 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. You can name the network anything you want such as “MY NETWORK”.
  • Page 50 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 50 of 114 [insert DHCP_Client.tif] Configuring the Wireless Network Settings The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and configure the Router to be used as an access point.
  • Page 51 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 51 of 114 [insert Channel and SSID.tif] Note: Please periodically check for new Router firmware updates from the “Utilities > Firmware update” page. Newer firmware can fix problems, add wireless features, and/or improve wireless performance (see page xx). Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose—in the United States, there are 11 and in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe),...
  • Page 52 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 52 of 114 Extension Channel The 802.11n draft specification allows the use of a secondary channel to double the bandwidth (see “Using the Bandwidth Switch” below). An appropriate extension channel will be displayed when operating in 40MHz mode (see “Using the Wireless Mode Switch”...
  • Page 53 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 53 of 114 [insert Channel and SSID.tif] 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 54 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 54 of 114 traffic in the operating environment. If you are using a mix of Belkin Enhanced Wireless Cards and 802.11b or 802.11g cards on your network, protected mode should be used. If you are in an environment where there is no other (or very little) 802.11b wireless network traffic, best 802.11g performance may be achieved...
  • Page 55 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 55 of 114 WPS recommends that you setup WPA/WPA2 (described on page xx) as your wireless security. WPS does not provide additional security, but rather, simplifies the addition of wireless devices to your wireless network. You may use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to your wireless network.
  • Page 56 IMPORTANT: You also need to ensure that all your wireless client cards/adapters support WPA2, and that you have downloaded and installed the latest driver. Most of the Belkin wireless cards have driver updates available for download from the Belkin support site: www.belkin.com/networking.
  • Page 57 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 57 of 114 [insert Security_WPA2.tif] IMPORTANT: Make sure your wireless computers are updated to work with WPA2 and have the correct settings to get proper connection to the Router. Setting WEP Encryption ® Note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple ®...
  • Page 58 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 58 of 114 passphrase in the “PassPhrase” field and click “Generate” to create a WEP key from the passphrase. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all of your clients to match these settings. [insert Security_WEP128.tif] 3.
  • Page 59 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 59 of 114 [encryption chart.tif][use current image] Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support 64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Please check your product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption.
  • Page 60 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 60 of 114 [insert Use as AP.tif] Setting MAC Address Control The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the wireless network. Note: This list applies only to wireless computers.
  • Page 61 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 61 of 114 [insert Mac_Address.tif] Setting up an Allow Access List 1. Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers allowed to connect to the wireless network. 2. Next, in the “MAC Address” field that is blank (3), type in the MAC address of the wireless computer you want to be able to access the wireless network, then click “<<Add”...
  • Page 62 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 62 of 114 3. Continue to do this until all of the computers you want to deny access to have been entered. 4. Click “Apply Changes” (5) to finish.
  • Page 63 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 63 of 114 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 64 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 64 of 114 [insert Firewall.tif] 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 65 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 65 of 114 [insert Virtual_Servers.tif] 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 66 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 66 of 114 Setting Client IP Filters The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers. [insert Client_IP_Filter.tif] 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 67 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 67 of 114 Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis.
  • Page 68 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 68 of 114 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. The Dynamic DNS service is ideal for a home website, file server, or to make it easy to access your home PC and stored files while you’re at work.
  • Page 69 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 69 of 114 [insert DDNS.tif] 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.
  • Page 70 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 70 of 114 [insert WAN_Ping.tif] To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click “Apply Changes”. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping. Utilities The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions.
  • Page 71 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 71 of 114 [insert utilities.tif] 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. [insert Restart Router.tif] Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 1.
  • Page 72 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 72 of 114 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 9230_Restart_Router_Confirmation.jpg[keep] 3. The following message will appear. Restarting the Router can take up to 60 seconds. It is important not to turn off the power to the Router during the restart.
  • Page 73 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 73 of 114 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 9230_Restore_Factory_Default_Confirmation.jpg[keep] 3. The following message will appear. Restoring the defaults includes restarting the Router. It can take up to 60 seconds. It is important not to turn the power to the Router off during the restart.
  • Page 74 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 74 of 114 Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”. 9230_Save_Backup_Settings_Download.jpg [keep] 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”.
  • Page 75 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 75 of 114 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. [insert restore_previous saved settings.tif]...
  • Page 76 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 76 of 114 1. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.conf”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore and double-click on it. 9230_Restore_Saved_Settings_Choose_File.jpg[keep] 2.
  • Page 77 = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. 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 have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Router’s firmware to...
  • Page 78 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 78 of 114 version available. If a new version is available, you will have the option to download it. Downloading a New Version of Firmware If you click the “Check Firmware” button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen similar to the one below: [use Firmware Available2.tif] 1.
  • Page 79 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 79 of 114 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 yourself later.
  • Page 80 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 80 of 114 [insert firmware_update-detail.tif] 4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”. 9230_Firmware_Update_Confirmation.jpg[keep] 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 81 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 81 of 114 6. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router firmware update will be complete. The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Router’s address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.
  • Page 82 Internet and get a response. You cannot set the clock yourself. [insert Time Zone.tif] 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 83 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 84 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 84 of 114 [insert Auto_Update_FW.tif] 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 85 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 85 of 114 1. Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and select “TCP/IP”. 2. You will see the TCP/IP control panel. Select “Ethernet Built-In” or “Ethernet” in the “Connect via:” drop-down menu (1). [xxxxxxx][use current image] [keep] 3.
  • Page 86 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 86 of 114 4. If not already set, at “Configure:”, choose “Using DHCP Server”. This will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router. [xxxxxxx] [use current image] [keep] 5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”.
  • Page 87 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 87 of 114 3. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (1) next to “Show” in the Network menu. [xxxxxxx] [use current image] [keep] 4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (2). Next to “Configure” (3), you should see “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (4) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE”...
  • Page 88 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 88 of 114 Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, XP, or Vista 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 or Vista). 3.
  • Page 89 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 89 of 114 4. In the “Local Area Connection Properties” window, click “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” and click the “Properties” button. The following screen will appear: [XP TCPIP.tif] [use current image] [keep] 5. If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type.
  • Page 90 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 90 of 114...
  • Page 91 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 91 of 114 Manually Configuring Network Settings 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 92 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 92 of 114 [win2k settings chart.tif] [keep] [use current image] 7. If not already selected, select “Obtain IP address automatically” on the IP address tab. Click “OK”. Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.
  • Page 93 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 93 of 114 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 Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section.
  • Page 94 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 94 of 114 [IE6_Internet_Optio ns_Connections.jpg 3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select “LAN Settings…”.
  • Page 95 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 95 of 114 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 96 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 96 of 114 Troubleshooting Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start. 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 97 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 97 of 114 Setup Assistant cannot find my Router. 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 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 98 of 114 Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet. If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items: 1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Setup Assistant. 2.
  • Page 99 This will cause the Router to reattempt communication with the modem. If the “modem” LED on the Router is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support. 4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer. • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work.
  • Page 100 4. 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 101 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 101 of 114 2. Open your wireless utility software by clicking on the icon in the system tray at the bottom, right-hand corner of the screen. 3. The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of wireless card you have;...
  • Page 102 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. • My wireless network performance is inconsistent. • Data transfer is sometimes slow.
  • Page 103 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 103 of 114 Changing the wireless channel—Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11; you may choose from several other channels depending on your region.
  • Page 104 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption. I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card. The client card must use the same key as the Router. For instance, if your Router uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key.
  • Page 105 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 105 of 114 3. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin Wireless Card. 4. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name from the “Available Networks”...
  • Page 106 2. Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin Wireless Card. 3. Under the “Wireless Network Properties” tab, select a network name from the “Available Networks”...
  • Page 107 20929_8820-00034_F6D4230-4_Enhanced_Router_User_Manual_111008 clean.doc Page 107 of 114 I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network and I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security. If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card that is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access”...
  • Page 108 Internet speed and throughput sharing range *Distance and connection speeds will vary depending on your networking environment. Technical Support You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/networking or www.belkin.com/support/.
  • Page 109 FCC Statement DECLARATION OF 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 device, F6D4230-4 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two...
  • Page 110 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 111 • EN 300 328 Technical requirement for radio equipment • ETS 301 489 General EMC requirements for radio equipment. To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
  • Page 112 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.
  • Page 113 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...
  • Page 114 +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. Mac, Mac OS, Apple, and AirPort are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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