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  • Page 1 Wireless Router User Manual PM01116-A F5D9231-4...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of ConTenTs sections table of contents 1 Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network �...

  • Page 3: Advantages Of A Wireless Network

    Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the connected computers in your home 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”—...
  • 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): Wireless Router •...
  • 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 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www�belkin�com/networking Support at: US: 877-736-5771 UK: 0845 607 77 87 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 Singapore: 65 64857620 Europe: www�belkin�com/support or call Belkin Technical...

  • Page 7: Product Overview

    Product features 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 Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network�...
  • Page 8 IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated networking setup� 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: Knowing Your Router

    Package Contents • Belkin G 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 KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents a� Wireless security 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 11 KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents f� Modem status 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 Router is connected to modem Solid Green and functioning properly Blinking Amber...
  • Page 12 KnoWInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents H� Connections to Wired Computers – Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports� These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable� The ports are labeled 1 through 4�...

  • Page 13: Connecting And Configuring Your Router

    Wireless Router setup assistant Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task� You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes� The Setup Assistant requires that your computer be connected directly to your Router and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation�...
  • Page 14 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents step 1: Hardware Connections – follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) a� Unplug your modem’s power cord� Put the Router next to the modem� Raise the Router’s antennas� b� Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer�...
  • Page 15 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents step 2: set Up the Router – Run the setup assistant software a� Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time� Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer�...
  • Page 16 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Confirmation screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow� Click “Next” to continue� Wireless Router Progress screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed�...
  • Page 17 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 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� Wireless Router 1�2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection�...
  • Page 18 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 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 19 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 1�5 Configuring the Router The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to the Router and restarting it� Wait for the on-screen instructions� note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting�...
  • Page 20 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 21 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG yoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 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� Wireless Router Congratulations Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are properly connected, your network is set up and working�...

  • Page 22: Alternate Setup Method

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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 23 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents logging into the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window� The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it� To make any changes to the Router’s settings, you have to log in� Clicking the “Login” button or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the login screen�...
  • Page 24 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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� Wireless Router (11) (10)
  • Page 25 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1� Quick-navigation links 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�...
  • Page 26 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 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 27 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents step 4: Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet service Provider (IsP) The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP)� The Router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type�...
  • Page 28 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with cable modems� Setting the connection type to “dynamic” in many cases is enough to complete the connection to your ISP�...
  • Page 29 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to static IP A static IP address connection type is less common than other connection types� If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address�...
  • Page 30 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 31 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1� User name This space is provided to type in your user name that was assigned by your ISP� 2� Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it�...
  • Page 32 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) Wireless Router [European Countries Only] Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP protocol, a type of connection most common in European countries� This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system�...
  • Page 33 alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1� PPTP account Provided by your ISP� Enter your PPTP User ID here� 2� PPTP Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it� 3� Host name Provided by your ISP�...

  • Page 34: Alternate Setup Method

    alTeRnaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Internet service Provider (IsP) Connection Type to layer 2 Tunneling Protocol (l2TP) [Israel Only]� Some ISPs require a connection using L2TP protocol, a type of connection most common in Israel� This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system�...
  • Page 35 ® A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locators (URLs) like “www�belkin�com” into IP addresses� Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router� The “Automatic from ISP”...
  • Page 36 Internet service� When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work� Belkin has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into the Router�...

  • Page 37: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface� In your browser, type “192�168�2�1” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”) then press the “Enter”...

  • Page 38: Changing Lan Settings

    Mask There is no need to change the subnet mask� This is a unique, advanced feature of your Belkin Router� It is possible to change the subnet mask if necessary; however, do NOT make changes to the subnet mask unless you have a specific reason to do so�...
  • Page 39 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...

  • Page 40: Viewing The Dhcp Client List Page

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 41: Configuring The Wireless Network Settings

    To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID is used� The SSID is your network name� The default network name of the Router is “Belkin G Wireless” followed by six digits that are unique to your Router� Your network name will look something like “Belkin_G...
  • Page 42 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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), there are 13�...
  • Page 43 802�11b devices are present or when there is heavy 802�11b traffic in the operating environment� If you are using a mix of Belkin G 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...
  • Page 44 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents to determine which standard you want to use� To access the security settings, click “Security” on the “Wireless” tab� Using Wi-fi Protected setup WPS uses WPA2 (described on page 44) for encryption� It does not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing your wireless network�...
  • Page 45 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Wireless Router 1� Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled� 2� Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, a wireless client wishing to access your network must supply a 4- or 8-digit PIN to the Router�...
  • Page 46 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 47 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting WPa/WPa2-Personal (PsK) Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in both WPA2-Personal (PSK) mode and WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) mode� Typically, WPA2-Personal (PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment, while WPA2-Enterprise (RADIUS) is implemented in a business environment where an external radius server distributes the network key to the clients automatically�...

  • Page 48: Setting Wep Encryption

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting WeP encryption note to Mac users: The “Passphrase” option will not operate with Apple using the manual method described in the next section� 1� Select “128-bit WEP” or “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu� 2�...
  • Page 49 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9� 64-bit keys are 10 digits long and can be divided into five two-digit numbers�...

  • Page 50: Using The Access Point Mode

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using the access Point Mode note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only� The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point� Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server� In AP mode, the Router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to�...

  • Page 51: Setting Mac Address Control

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� This list can be configured so any computer attempting to access the wireless network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access�...
  • Page 52 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting up a deny access list The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT want to access the network� Any computer in the list will not be allowed access to the wireless network�...

  • Page 53: 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 from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: • IP Spoofing • Land Attack Ping of Death (PoD) •...
  • Page 54 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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�...
  • Page 55 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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� Wireless Router 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...
  • Page 56 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 57: 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 58: Utilities

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 59: Restarting The Router

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Restarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly� Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings� Restarting the Router to Restore normal operation 1�...
  • Page 60 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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 61 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents saving a Current Configuration You can save your current configuration by using this feature� Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or changed� It is recommended that you back up your current configuration before performing a firmware update�...
  • Page 62 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 2� A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file� Select a location� You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “user�conf”� Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later�...
  • Page 63 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� Wireless Router 1� Click “Browse”� A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file�...
  • Page 64 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 2� You will be asked if you want to continue� Click “OK”� 3� A reminder window will appear� It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete�...

  • Page 65: 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 the latest version�...
  • Page 66 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 1� To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”� 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�...
  • Page 67 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Updating the Router’s firmware 1� In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse”� A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file� Wireless Router 2�...
  • Page 68 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3� The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected� Click “Update”� 4� Wireless Router 5� You will see one more message� This message tells you that the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted�...
  • Page 69 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing system settings The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator password, set the time zone, 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 70 Wireless Router enabling Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MaKe sURe yoU HaVe seT THe adMInIsTRaToR PassWoRd� Remote management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings from anywhere on the Internet� There are two methods of remotely managing the Router�...
  • Page 71 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 72: Manually Configuring Network Settings

    ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 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� Manually Configuring network settings in Mac os up to 9�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�...
  • Page 73 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network settings in Mac os X 1� Click on the “System Preferences” icon� 2� Select “Network” from the “System Preferences” menu� Wireless Router 3� Select “Built-in Ethernet” (1) next to “Show” in the “Network” menu�...
  • Page 74 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 5� If “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type� Write the address information in the table below� You will need to enter this information into the Router�...
  • Page 75 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 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 76 ManUally ConfIGURInG neTWoRK seTTInGs sections table of contents 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 77: Recommended Web Browser Settings

    ReCoMMended Web bRoWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser’s settings� If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section� Internet explorer 4�0 or Higher 1�...
  • Page 78 ReCoMMended Web bRoWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents 3� Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select “LAN Settings…”� 4� Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration script”, and “Use a proxy server”�...

  • Page 79: Troubleshooting

    TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start� solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive� 1�...
  • Page 80 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents 3� The Setup Assistant should start within a few seconds� If, instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD, double-click on the icon labeled “SetupAssistant”� 4� If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings”...
  • Page 81 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: Setup Assistant cannot find my Router� solution: If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, please check the following items: 1� If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet�...
  • Page 82 Unplug the power to your Router, wait 10 seconds, and then reconnect the power� 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�...
  • Page 83 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 84 If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items: 1� Look at the lights on your Router� If you’re using a Belkin Router, the lights should be as follows: •...

  • Page 85: Information

    (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...
  • Page 86 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: • My wireless network performance is inconsistent. • Data transfer is sometimes slow. • Signal strength is poor. • Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection. solution: Wireless technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases�...
  • Page 87 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on my Belkin Router� solution: 1� Log into your Router� Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Router� (The Router’s default is 192�168�2�1�) Log into your Router by clicking on the...
  • Page 88 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card� solution: 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 89 Download the patch here: http://www�microsoft�com/downloadS/details� aspx?FamilyID=662bb74d-e7c1-48d6-95ee-1459234f4483 You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin 802�11g Wireless Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site� Other operating systems are not supported at this time� Microsoft’s patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802�11g products�...
  • Page 90 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin wireless client card for a home network� solution: Clients must use the same key that the G Wireless Router or access point uses� For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the G Wireless Router or access point, the clients must also use that same key�...
  • Page 91 Problem: I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network and I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security� solution: 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 92 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents 3� Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button and you will see the following screen� Wireless Router 4� For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Administration”� note: Select WPA (with radius server) if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports...
  • Page 93 Common— widespread use for Internet sharing *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/� n MIMo n1 MIMo (1x1 draft (draft 802�11n (draft 802�11n 802�11n)

  • Page 94: Through

    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, f5d9231-4v2 complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules� Operation is subject to...
  • Page 95 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 RSS139 and RSS 210 Industry Canada�...
  • Page 96 In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for example, because it has been discontinued), Belkin will offer either a refund or a credit toward the purchase of another product from Belkin�com in an amount equal to the purchase price of the product...
  • Page 97 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product� All costs of shipping the Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be borne solely by the purchaser� If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, that it is impractical to ship the damaged equipment to Belkin, Belkin may designate, in its sole discretion, an equipment repair facility to inspect and estimate the cost to repair such equipment�...
  • Page 98 +61 (0) 2 4350 4600 +61 (0) 2 4350 4700 fax © 2008 Belkin International, Inc� All rights reserved� All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed� Apple, AirPort, Mac, and Mac OS, are trademarks of Apple Inc�, registered in the U�S�...

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