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  • Page 1: Modem Router

    N Wireless Modem Router User Manual English PM01527ea F5D8636-4 Français DEutsch nEDErl anDs Español italiano...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of CoNTeNTs sections table of contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 Using the Web-based advanced User Interface .
  • Page 3 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Modem Router (the Router) . Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize your wireless home network range and performance .
  • Page 4 . reliably—analogous to a four-lane road on which traffic consistently moves at a rate closer to the speed limit . Belkin’s N MIMO helps The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different traffic move at the speed limit and opens more lanes—to become the from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two superhighway in this example .
  • Page 5 . • Metallic-based UV tinted windows 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): N Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 6 . this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering . • For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site • If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on Survey and wireless channel information included with your the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network .
  • Page 7 INTRodUCTIoN sections table of contents 5 . secure Connections, VPNs, and aol Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep . ” The simplest are used where security is important .
  • Page 8 . The following is a list of features that make Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network your new Belkin N Wireless Modem Router an ideal solution for your from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, home or small office network .
  • Page 9 . 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 10 KNoWINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents Package Contents • Belkin N Wireless Modem Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Micro filter* •...
  • Page 11 KNoWINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents system Requirements Internet Connection settings The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers • An active ADSL service with a telephone wall jack for connecting (ISP) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly . If your ISP the Router is not on the list, please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up the Router:...
  • Page 12 KNoWINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop . All of the 1 . security 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 Wireless security is OFF to provide you with information about network activity and status .
  • Page 13 KNoWINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 4 . Router/Power status 6 . Internet status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time Router is NOT connected to elapses while the Router boots up . During this time, the “router” icon the Internet blinks .
  • Page 14 KNoWINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 8 . Connection to adsl – Gray 10 . Reset button This port is for connection to your ADSL . Connect your ADSL to this The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function port .
  • Page 15 Verify the contents of your box . you should have the following: setup assistant Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your • Belkin N Wireless Modem Router Router a simple and easy task . You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes .
  • Page 16 Follow these steps if you are not replacing an existing modem . If you are replacing an existing modem, skip to the next section, “Replacing an can tell you if you need one . Belkin includes a micro filter in regions Existing Modem or Modem Router”, starting on page 15 .
  • Page 17 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents ADSL 1 .2 Replacing an existing Modem or Modem Router Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router 3 . Locate the cable that connects your old modem to the ADSL wall that you will be replacing with your new Router .
  • Page 18 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents step 2: set Up the Router – Run the setup assistant software select Country 1 . Shut down any programs that are running on your computer Select your country from the drop-down box . Click “Begin” to continue . at this time .
  • Page 19 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents Confirmation screen Progress screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the right of the arrow .
  • Page 20 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 2 . 1 Checking settings 2 .2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection . and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet .
  • Page 21 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 2 .3 Naming your Wireless Network 2 .4 Requesting Internet account Info (if needed) The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes . Service Set Identifier (SSID) .
  • Page 22 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be 2 .5 Configuring the Router prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below . Click “Next” The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to to continue .
  • Page 23 Congratulations We are almost done . The Setup Assistant will now check your You have finished installing your new Belkin Router . You will see connection to the Internet . the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet .
  • Page 24 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 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 . 2 .7 optional: assistance Connecting other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network .
  • Page 25 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are step 3: set Up Wireless security – Run the Security Assistant Software properly connected, your network is set up and working . You can now Now that your network is set up and working, it is recommended that surf the Internet .

  • Page 26: Connecting And Configuring Your Modem Router

    CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents Progress screen 3 . 1 Picking the security Type The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next” has been completed .
  • Page 27 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 3 .2 Creating a Network Key 3 .3 Transferring the Key Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next” After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the to continue .
  • Page 28 CoNNeCTINg aNd CoNfIgURINg yoUR ModeM RoUTeR sections table of contents 3 .4 Verifying the Connection Congratulations If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click Once you have verified that your wireless computers are properly “Next” . If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one connected, your wireless network is set up and secured .

  • Page 29: 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 30 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents logging into the Router logging out of the Router You will see the Router’s home page in your browser window . The One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of home page is visible to any user who wants to see it .
  • Page 31 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 .
  • Page 32 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 1 . Quick-Navigation links 6 . Connect/disconnect buttons You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by clicking Use these buttons to manually connect or disconnect your ADSL directly on these links . The links are divided into logical categories connection as needed .
  • Page 33 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 12 . adsl Info Connection Type Shows the ADSL status and transmission rates . From the “Connection Type” page, you can select one of these five connection types based on the instruction provided by your ISP: 13 .
  • Page 34 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your IsP Connection Type to PPPoe or PPPoa PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is the standard method of connecting networked devices . It requires a user name and password to access the network of your ISP for connecting to the Internet . PPPoA (PPP over ATM) is similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK . Select PPPoE or PPPoA and click “Next”...
  • Page 35 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents 6 . VPI/VCI – Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit setting your Connection Type to dynamic/fixed IP (1483 bridged) Identifier (VCI) parameter here . (Assigned by your ISP) . This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network 7 .
  • Page 36 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents for dynamic IP connection: for static IP connection: 1 . IP assigned by IsP – Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use 1 . IP assigned by IsP – Select “No” if your ISP instructed you to use Dynamic IP .
  • Page 37 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your IsP Connection Type to static IP (IPoa) This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or “CLIP”, which your ISP provides a fixed IP for your Router to connect to the Internet . 1 .
  • Page 38 alTeRNaTe seTUP MeTHod sections table of contents setting your Connection Type to Modem only (disable Internet sharing) In this mode, the Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across the DSL port . It requires additional software to be installed on your computers in order to access the Internet .
  • Page 39 Custom domain Name server (dNs) settings A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “ belkin .com” to IP addresses . Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router .
  • Page 40 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Viewing the laN settings Advanced User Interface . In your browser, type “192 . 1 68 .2 . 1 ” (do Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s not type in anything else such as “http://”...

  • Page 41: Changing Lan Settings

    UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing laN settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here . N Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 42 . We recommend that you leave the lease time set to “Forever” . feature of your Belkin Router . It is possible to change the subnet mask The default setting is “Forever”, meaning that any time a computer is if necessary;...

  • Page 43: Viewing The Dhcp Client List Page

    UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Viewing the dHCP Client list Page Configuring the Wireless Network settings You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network connected to your network .
  • Page 44 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the Wireless Network Name (ssId) 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_N_ADSL_”...
  • Page 45 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the Wireless Channel 1) off There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose— This mode will turn OFF the Router’s access point, so no wireless in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe), Australia, and most of Asia, devices can join the network .
  • Page 46 . Use protected mode if your network consists of a mix of Belkin N Wireless Cards and 802 . 1 1g or 802 . 1 1b cards on your Setting the Router to this mode allows it to switch automatically between network .
  • Page 47 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the Wireless security settings Your Router is equipped with the latest security standard called Wi-Fi Protected Access™ 2 (WPA2™) and the legacy security standard called Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) . Your Router also supports the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) specification, which simplifies the setup of a wireless network . WPS uses familiar methodologies, such as typing in a Personal Identification Number (PIN) or pushing a button, to enable users to automatically configure network names and strong WPA2 data encryption and authentication .
  • Page 48 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using Wi-fi Protected setup WPS uses WPA2 (described below) for encryption . It does not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing 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 49 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 50 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting WPa/WPa2-Personal (PsK) Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in WPA2-Personal (PSK) mode . Typically, WPA2-Personal (PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment . Please refer to the User Manual for more information about wireless security and different types of wireless security . 1 .

  • Page 51: Setting Wpa Security

    UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting WPa security Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with software that supports WPA . At the time this User Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free download . This patch works only with Windows XP . Your Router supports WPA-PSK .

  • Page 52: 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 AirPort . To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption ® ® using the manual method described in the next section . 1 .
  • Page 53 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 54: 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 .
  • Page 55 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 56: 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: The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to •...
  • Page 57 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Configuring Internal forwarding settings Choosing an application The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route external (Internet) Select your application from the drop-down list . Click “Add” . The calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen .
  • Page 58 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 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 other network services at specific days and times .
  • Page 59 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting MaC address filtering The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you To enable this feature, select “MAC Address Filtering” and click “Enable to specify which computers are allowed on the network . Any computer MAC Address Filtering”...
  • Page 60 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 put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in to be placed outside of the firewall .

  • Page 61: 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 .
  • Page 62 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 To turn off the ping response, select “Block ICMP Ping” (1) and click victims on the Internet . By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a “Apply Changes”...

  • Page 63: Restarting The Router

    UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Utilities Restarting the Router The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it and perform certain administrative functions . begins working improperly .
  • Page 64 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Restarting the Router to Restore Normal operation 4 . A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen . When the 1 . Click the “Restart Router” button . countdown reaches zero, the Router will be restarted . The Router home 2 .
  • Page 65 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 2 . A window will open that allows you to select the location where you your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are want to save the configuration file .
  • Page 66 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 . 1 . Click “Browse” . A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file .
  • Page 67 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3 . A reminder window will appear . It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete . Click “OK” . 4 . A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen . When the countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored .

  • Page 68: 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 69 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents 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: 1 .
  • Page 70 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents A window will open that allows you to select the location where you 2 . When the save is complete, you will see the following window . want to save the firmware file . Select a location . You can name the file Click “Close”...
  • Page 71 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 The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of allows you to select the location of the firmware update file .
  • Page 72 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents 4 . You will see one more message . This message tells you that the Router Changing system settings may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded The “System Settings”...
  • Page 73 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the login Time-out setting The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup interface . The timer starts when there has been no activity .
  • Page 74 UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD . Remote by your Belkin Router . It is a technology that offers seamless operation management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications from anywhere on the Internet .
  • Page 75 UsINg THe Web-based adVaNCed UseR INTeRfaCe sections table of contents enabling/disabling auto firmware Update This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available . When you log into the Router’s advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available .

  • Page 76: 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 1 .
  • Page 77 MaNUally CoNfIgURINg NeTWoRK seTTINgs sections table of contents 4 . If not already set, at “Configure:”, choose “Using DHCP Server” . This Manually Configuring Network settings in Mac os X will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router . 1 .
  • Page 78 MaNUally CoNfIgURINg NeTWoRK seTTINgs sections table of contents 3 . Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the Network menu . 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 79 MaNUally CoNfIgURINg NeTWoRK seTTINgs sections table of contents Manually Configuring Network settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP 5 . If “Use the following IP address” (2) is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type . Write the address information 1 .
  • Page 80 MaNUally CoNfIgURINg NeTWoRK seTTINgs sections table of contents Manually Configuring Network settings in Windows 98 or Me 3 . If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type . Write the address information in the 1 .

  • Page 81: 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 . Microsoft Internet explorer 4 .0 or Higher ®...
  • Page 82 ReCoMMeNded Web bRoWseR seTTINgs sections table of contents 4 . Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed Netscape Navigator 4 .0 or Higher ® ® options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration 1 . Start Netscape . Click on “Edit” then “Preferences” . script”, and “Use a proxy server”...

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    TRoUblesHooTINg sections table of contents Problem: Installation 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 . 3 .
  • Page 84 TRoUblesHooTINg sections table of contents 4 . If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled 2 . Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the power “Manually Configuring Network Settings” (page 74 of this User Manual) back into the Router .
  • Page 85 . This will cause the Router to reattempt communication with the modem . If the “Modem” light on the Router is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support . 4 . Try shutting down and restarting your computer . N Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 86 If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall • You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific software, please contact Belkin Technical Support . requirements of your ISP . To search our Knowledge Base for ISP-specific issues, go to: http://web .belkin .com/support...
  • Page 87 “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed” . 1 . Look at the lights on your Router . Your Belkin Router’s lights should be as follows: No, my network name is not listed—go to the troubleshooting solution titled “I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is...
  • Page 88 In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to 10 feet away from If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, the Router . please contact Belkin Technical Support . N Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 89 Powerline Ethernet Adapters . Powerline USB Adapter (F5D4050) • For 802 . 1 1g (54g™) wireless networks, Belkin offers a Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point that can be connected wirelessly to a Belkin G Wireless Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or Powerline Ethernet Adapters .
  • Page 90 I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security need to be configured with the same security settings . on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point . WaRNINg: If you are configuring the Wireless Router or Access Point...
  • Page 91 7 . Click “OK”, and then “Apply” to save the settings . set to the exact same key . If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the 1 . Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the “Wireless manufacturer’s user manual for that wireless client card .
  • Page 92 I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and configure more options of your client card . on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network . 2 . Once the “Advanced” button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility solution: will appear .
  • Page 93 I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security you will see the client card properties screen . and I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network . 4 . For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network solution: Administration”...
  • Page 94 TRoUblesHooTINg sections table of contents What’s the difference between 802 . 1 1b, 802 . 1 1g, 802 . 1 1a, and draft 802 . 1 1n? g Plus MIMo N MIMo N1 MIMo Wireless (802 . 1 1g with (draft 802 .

  • Page 95: Technical Support

    Technical support You can find technical-support information on our website, www .belkin .com, by navigating to the tech-support section . If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*: *Local rates apply .
  • Page 96 ETS 300 826 General EMC requirements for radio equipment . transmitter are labeled with CE 0682 or CE alert marking and may also To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on carry the CE logo . your Belkin product . N Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 97 [Italian] ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Latviski Ar šo [Belkin Ltd Belkin Ltd ] deklar , ka [F5D8636-4 / iek rtas tips] atbilst Direkt vas 1999/5/EK For information on product disposal please refer to [Latvian] b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem.
  • Page 98 Belkin International, Inc . (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of as flood, earthquake, lightning, war, vandalism, theft, normal-use wear this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, and tear, erosion, depletion, obsolescence, abuse, damage due to low assembly, material, or workmanship .
  • Page 99 Belkin product to Belkin for inspection shall be THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN, borne solely by the purchaser . If Belkin determines, in its sole discretion, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS...
  • Page 100 Italy Netherlands © 2008 Belkin International, Inc. All rights reserved. All trade names are registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Apple, AirPort, Mac, Mac OS, and AppleTalk are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Windows, Windows Vista, NT, and Microsoft are either...

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