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- Page 1 Message Manager Save money by making calls over your broadband Internet connection User Manual F1PG111EN...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
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Page 3: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Message Manager (the Message Manager). This User guide provides instructions for installing and configuring the Message Manger. In minutes you will be able to lift up your phone and make phone calls to anywhere in the world using your broadband Internet connection. -
Page 4: Product Overview
Routing Capabilities The Message Manager features an integrated 10/100Base-Tx Ethernet port that allows you to connect a switch or wired computers for all the advantages of networking. It makes sharing files and peripherals, such as hard drives, printers, CD-ROMs, DVDs-and more-easier than ever. -
Page 5: Router Features
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 6: Calling Features
Belkin callEverywhere subscriber is absolutely FREE and does not count against your monthly minutes. This allows friends and family to gain additional savings. It’s perfect for long distance or International users who want to talk for as long as they want. -
Page 7: Knowing Your Message Manager
Warranty Card • Registration Card System Requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection • At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter • TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer •... -
Page 8: Product Specifications
12VDC, 1 A The Message Manager was designed to be placed on a desktop next to your telephone or mounted to a wall. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Message Manager for better organization and utility. The... - Page 9 This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was provided with the Message Manager to connect the modem to this port. Or you may use it to connect to your existing router setup. Use of a cable other than the cable supplied may not work properly.
- Page 10 When you apply power to the Message Manager or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Message Manager boots up (about 30 seconds). During this time, you will see all the LED flash on then off. When the Message Manager has completely booted up, the LEDs will light, indicating the Message Manager is ready for use.
- Page 11 Knowing Your Belkin Message Manager FXS LED This LED lights in GREEN when you go off hook to indicate that your Message Manager is ready to make or accept a call. It blinks rapidly voice data is being sent over the phone and through the Message Manager .
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Page 12: Connecting And Configuring Your Router
Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your... -
Page 13: Connecting Your Message Manager To A Router/Gateway
Connecting and Configuring Your Message Manager Connecting your Message Manager to a Router/Gateway Option 1 – Installing the Message Manger as a client to a router that already exists. (Select this option if you already have a router connected to your cable/DSL broadband modem.) Identify an available LAN port on your exiting router or home gateway. - Page 14 Easy Install Wizard Belkin has provided the Easy Install Wizard software to make installing your Message Manager a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Message Manager up and running in minutes. The Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98 SE, 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 15 Each time you see the progress screen, click “Next” when you are ready to move to the next step. Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Message Manager’s connection to the...
- Page 16 Step 2 Hardware Setup The Wizard will walk you through connecting your Message Manager to your computer and modem. Follow the steps on the screen using the pictures as a guide. This step instructs you to locate the cable connected between your modem and the networking port on your computer.
- Page 17 Click “Next” to continue. This step instructs you to look at the lights on the front of your Message Manager. Make sure the appropriate lights are ON. Refer to the Easy Install software on your computer’s screen for more details.
- Page 18 3.2 User Name and Password Needed 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 19 The phone connected to the Message Manager will ring, confirming a connection was established. Answer the call and follow the on-phone instructions. You will be directed to go to www.everywhere.net to sign up for your service.
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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 Message Manager if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also use it to manage advanced functions of the Message Manager. - Page 21 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power supply to the modem. Before plugging the power cord into the Message Manager, plug the cord into the wall, then plug the cord into the Message Manager’s power jack. Verify that your modem is connected to the Message Manager by checking the lights on the front of the Message Manager.
- Page 22 Logging into the Message Manager You will see the Message Manager’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 Message Manager’s settings, you have to log in.
- Page 23 Alternate Setup Method Logging out of the Message Manager One computer at a time can log in to the Message Manager for the purposes of making changes to the settings of the Message Manager. Once a user has logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out.
- Page 24 Alternate Setup Method 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 Message Manager’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page.
- Page 25 Shows the status of the Message Manager’s NAT, firewall, and wireless features. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links or by clicking the “Quick Navigation” links on the left side of the screen.
- Page 26 “Connection Type” on the left side of the screen. Select the connection type you use. If your ISP gave you DNS settings, clicking “DNS” (b) allows you to enter DNS address entries for ISPs that require specific settings. Clicking “MAC address” (c) will let you clone your computer’s MAC address or type in a specific WAN MAC...
- Page 27 Alternate Setup Method 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).
- Page 28 ISP . Enter your host name here and click “Apply Changes” If your ISP did not assign you a host name, or you are not sure, leave this blank. If your ISP requires a specific MAC address to connect to the service, you can enter a specific MAC address or clone the current computer’s...
- Page 29 If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your ISP left with you. Type in your information, then click “Apply Changes” (5). After you apply the changes, the Internet Status indicator will read “Connected”...
- Page 30 DSL modem to connect to he Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log to into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that does not require a modem you may also use PPPoE.
- Page 31 Service Name A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your SIP requires a service name, leave this blank. The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you specific MTU setting.
- Page 32 DNS address and secondary DNS address for your connection to work properly. If your connection type is dynamic or PPPoE, it is likely that you do not have to enter a DNS address. Leave the “Automatic from ISP” box checked. To enter the DNS address settings, uncheck the “Automatic from ISP”...
- Page 33 Alternate Setup Method Cloning your MAC Address To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the Message Manager was installed. Click the “Clone” button (1). Click “Apply Changes”...
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Page 34: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Viewing the LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on “LAN Settings”... -
Page 35: Changing Lan Settings
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Message Manager can be viewed and changed here. IP Address The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Message Manager. The default IP address is “192.168.200.1”. To access the advanced setup interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. - Page 36 The range of IP addresses set aside for dynamic assignment to the computers on your network. The default is 2–100 (99 computers). If you want to change this number, you can do so by entering a new starting and ending IP address and clicking on “Apply Changes”.
- Page 37 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface...
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Page 38: Configuring The Firewall
• Fragment flooding • TCP Null Scan The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks. These ports appear to be “Stealth”, meaning that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker. - Page 39 5 characters maximum per field that allows a start and end port range, e.g. [xxxxx]-[xxxxx]. For each entry, you can enter a single port value by filling in the two fields with the same value (e.g. [7500]-[7500] or a wide range of ports (e.g. [7500]-[9000]). If you need multiple single port value or mixture of ranges and a single value, you must use multiple entries up to the maximum of 20 entries (e.g.
- Page 40 Select the day to start on top (5), the time to start on top (6), the day to end on the bottom (7), and the time to stop (8) on the bottom. Select “Enable” (9). Click “Apply Changes”. The computer at the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet access at the times you specified.
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Page 41: Setting Mac Address Filtering
Next, enter the MAC address of each computer on your network by clicking in the space provided (2) and entering the MAC address of the computer you want to add to the list. Click “Add” (3), then “Apply Changes” to save the settings. To delete a MAC address from the list, simply click “Delete”... -
Page 42: Enabling The Dmz
Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks. To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field and select “Enable”. Click “Apply Changes” for the change to take effect. - Page 43 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 Messaging Manager can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens the level of security of your Message Manager.
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Page 44: Utilities Tab
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Utilities Tab This screen lets you manage different parameters of the Message Manager and perform certain administrative functions. -
Page 45: Restarting The Message Manager
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restarting the Message Manager Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Message Manager if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Message Manager will NOT delete any of your configuration settings. - Page 46 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restoring Factory Default Settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Message Manager to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults.
- Page 47 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 48 Restoring a Previous Configuration This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.bin”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore and...
- Page 49 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. A 90-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Belkin Message Manager’s...
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Page 50: Updating The Firmware
When you click the button, a new browser window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is available, you will have the option to download it. - Page 51 Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. Note: We suggest saving this to your desktop to locate the file...
- Page 52 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”.
- Page 53 Message Manager is rebooted. Click “OK”. A 90-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Message Manager firmware update will be complete. The Message Manager home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Message Manager’s address (default = 192.168.200.1) into the navigation bar of...
- Page 54 Write down your password and keep it in a safe place, as you will need it if you need to log into the Message Manager in the future. It is also recommended that you set a password if you plan to use the remote management feature of your Message Manager.
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Page 55: Enabling Remote Management
Message Manager is used to record the security log and control client filtering. Select the time zone that you reside in. If you reside in an area that observes Daylight Saving, then place a check mark in the box next to “Enable Daylight Saving”. - Page 56 If you have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your...
- Page 57 UPnP-compliant. Some applications require the Message Manager’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports, and in some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnP-compliant has the ability to communicate with the Message Manager, basically “telling”...
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Page 58: Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings
If “Use the following IP address” (b) is selected, your Message Manager will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information the table below. You will need to enter this information into the Belkin Message Manager. - Page 59 You will see the following window. If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Message Manager 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 Message Manager.
- Page 60 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer 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 Message Manager after the Message Manager has been set up to connect to the Internet.
- Page 61 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Save”. Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings are now configured for use with the Message Manager.
- Page 62 Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X Click on the “System Preferences” icon. Select “Network” (a) from the “System Preferences” menu. Select “Built-in Ethernet” (b) next to “Show” in the Network menu.
- Page 63 “Manually” or “Using DHCP”. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (e) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE” is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your Message Manager for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password.
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Page 64: 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 65 Recommended Web Browser Settings 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.
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Page 66: Using Your Router With Aol Broadband
Belkin Message Manager There are two types of AOL connections available—either AOL DSL or AOL Cable. A third service is called AOL BYOA (Bring Your Own Access). This is used along with an existing broadband connection, supplied by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). If you have AOL DSL, please refer to “Directions for AOL DSL Users”... - Page 67 Using your Router with AOL Broadband Perform a keyword search on “names” by clicking “Keyword”, and then “Go to Keyword”. In the “Keyword” window, type in “names” then click “Go”. You will see the “AOL Screen Names” window. Click “CREATE a Screen Name”.
- Page 68 Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband The “Choose a Screen Name” window will appear. Type in a screen name, and click “Continue”. If this screen name is for the Message Manager, the name you choose...
- Page 69 Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband The “Select a Parental Controls setting” window will appear. If this screen name is for the Message Manager, choose any one of the settings (it doesn’t matter which). If this screen name is for a...
- Page 70 “Submit”. You will now see the “Connection Type” page. Select “PPPoE” and click “Next”. You will now see the PPPoE setup page. In the “User Name” field, type in the screen name that you created for your Message Manager (a).
- Page 71 Leave the “Service Name” field blank (c). Do not change the MTU setting. Click on “Apply Changes” (d). . Click on the Home link at the top of the screen. The Internet Status indicator should read “Connected” (e). Go to Step 3.
- Page 72 This step consists of installing the AOL software on each computer and configuring it to use one of the screen names you created in Step 1. Remember that each computer MUST use a different screen name. For help installing and configuring the AOL software, contact AOL’s technical support department.
- Page 73 Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband AOL Cable or AOL BYOA (Bring Your Own Access) Users Directions AOL Cable users need to follow these directions. If you have AOL DSL, go to the “Directions for AOL DSL” section. AOL Cable Users STEP 1: Create AOL screen names for each computer that will be using your AOL service.
- Page 74 Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband You should see the “AOL Screen Names” window. Click “CREATE a Screen Name”. A window will appear that asks whether the screen name is for a child.
- Page 75 Using your Message Manager with AOL Broadband The “Choose a password” screen will appear. Enter the password for this screen name twice, and click “Continue”. The “Select a Parental Controls setting” window will appear. Choose the appropriate setting for this screen name.
- Page 76 This step consists of installing the AOL software on each computer and configuring it to use one of the screen names you created in Step 1. Remember that each computer MUST use a different screen name. For help installing and configuring the AOL software, contact AOL’s technical support department.
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Page 77: Troubleshooting
Solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Easy Install Wizard automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. If the Easy Install Wizard screen does not appear within 15-20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double clicking on the “My Computer”... - Page 78 Problem: Easy Install Wizard cannot find my Message Manager Solution: If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Message Manager during the installation process your Message Manager may not be connected properly. The Easy Install Wizard must be run from the computer that is connected to the Belkin Message Manager.
- Page 79 ISP’s domain be at the end of the name. Example myname@myisp.com. The “@myisp.com” part of the user name may need to be typed as well as your user name. If the connected light continues to blink and you have no Internet connection try the Alternative Setup Method on page 18 of this manual.
- Page 80 WAN light does not come on Solution: If your Belkin Message Manager appears to be functioning properly but the WAN light is not green, the problem may be that your modem and Message Manager are not connected properly. • Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Message Manager is connected to the Message Manager’s WAN...
- Page 81 1. Make sure your computers are correctly configured and all network cables are properly connected. 2. Make sure the cable or DSL line is properly attached on your cable or DSL modem. Refer to the manual of your modem to verify that it works normally.
- Page 82 2. Make sure your computers are correctly configured and all network cables are properly connected. 3. Make sure the coaxial cable or DSL line is properly attached on your cable or DSL modem. Refer to the manual of your modem to verify it works normally.
- Page 83 Troubleshooting Technical Support You can find technical support information at http://www.everywhere.net www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call 888-542-2207...
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Page 84: Information
Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. - Page 85 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by Belkin Corporation may void the users authority to operate the equipment.
- Page 86 Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or exclusions of implied warranties, so the above limitations of exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
- Page 87 The 54g logo and 54g are trademarks of Broadcom Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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