Belkin G+MIMO User Manual
Belkin G+MIMO User Manual

Belkin G+MIMO User Manual

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  • Page 1 + MIMO Wireless Modem Router English User Manual Français PM01522ea F5D9631-4 DEutsch nEDErl anDs Español italiano...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table Of COnTenTs sections table of contents 1 Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Setting WEP Encryption �...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G+ MIMO 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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    Router)� 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): G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 5: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    1 and move your Router to • For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site channel 11� See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions� Survey and wireless channel information included with your wireless network card�...
  • Page 6: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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 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 Modem Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network�...
  • Page 8: Universal Plug And Play (Upnp

    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 Modem Router

    A computer running Windows 2000, XP, or Vista; or Mac OS X + MIMO • Quick Installation Guide v10�4 and v10�5 • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • Minimum 1GHz processor and 512MB RAM • RJ11 Telephone Cord • Internet browser •...
  • Page 10: Setup Assistant

    KnOWInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents Internet Connection settings The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers (ISP) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly� If your ISP is not on the list, please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up the Router: •...
  • Page 11: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    KnOWInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents 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 12: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    KnOWInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents a� security C� Wired-Computer status Wireless security is OFF Wired computer is not present Wired computer is connected to Solid Green Wireless security is ON Solid Green the Router Flashing Green WPS sync is in progress Problem with wired computer Blinking Amber connecting to the Router...
  • Page 13: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    KnOWInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents e� adsl line status f� Internet status This icon lights in green to indicate that your modem is connected This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the properly to the Router� It turns amber when problem is detected� Internet�...
  • Page 14: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    KnOWInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents G� Connection to adsl – Gray J� Power Jack – black This port is for connection to your ADSL� Connect your ADSL to this Connect the included 15V/�08A DC port� An RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package� power supply to this jack�...
  • Page 15: Connecting And Configuring Your Modem Router

    • Belkin G Wireless Modem Router + MIMO 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 • RJ11 Telephone Cord up and running in minutes� The Setup Assistant requires that your •...
  • Page 16: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    1� Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your provider can tell you if you need one� Belkin includes a micro filter computer� Raise the Router’s antennas� in regions known to use them� You may or may not have received one in your box�...
  • Page 17: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    COnneCTInG and COnfIGURInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents ADSL 1.2 Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router 3� Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router Locate the cable that connects your old modem to the ADSL wall jack� Unplug it from your old modem and then connect it to the that you will be replacing with your new Router�...
  • Page 18: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    COnneCTInG and COnfIGURInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents step 2: set Up the Router – Run the setup note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” assistant software and double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant”...
  • Page 19: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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)� This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect�...
  • Page 22: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    2�6 Checking Internet Connection Congratulations We are almost done� The Setup Assistant will now check your You have finished installing your new Belkin Router� You will see the connection to the Internet� Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet�...
  • Page 24: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    COnneCTInG and COnfIGURInG yOUR MOdeM ROUTeR sections table of contents Troubleshooting 2�7 Optional: assistance Connecting Other Computers If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless the following screen�...
  • Page 25: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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 properly connected, your network is set up and working� You can now software surf the Internet�...
  • Page 26: G+ Mimo Wireless 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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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 to continue�...
  • Page 28: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    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 home One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of page is visible to any user who wants to see it�...
  • Page 31: Using The Web-Based Advanced User Interface

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe 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� (13) (3) (4) (5) (10)
  • Page 32: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 1� Quick-navigation links 5� Internet-status Indicator You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by clicking This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the directly on these links�...
  • Page 33: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 9� lan settings 12� adsl Info Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Shows the ADSL status and transmission rates� Router� Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or by clicking the 13�...
  • Page 34: G+ Mimo Wireless Modem Router

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe 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 Connection Type to your Internet Service Provider (ISP)� The Router is capable of From the “Connection Type”...
  • Page 35 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe 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�...
  • Page 36 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 5� IP assigned by IsP 6� VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here� (Assigned by your ISP)� 1) For the Dynamic IP connection - Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use Dynamic IP�...
  • Page 37 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic/Fixed IP (1483 Bridged) for dynamic IP connection: This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network 1� IP assigned by IsP - Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use together� The Router can obtain an IP address automatically from your Dynamic IP�...
  • Page 38 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents for static IP connection: setting your IsP Connection Type to static IP (IPoa) This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or 1� IP assigned by IsP – Select “No” if your ISP instructed you to use “CLIP”, which your ISP provides a fixed IP for your Router to fixed IP�...
  • Page 39 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 1� Wan IP address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for setting your Connection Type to Modem Only (disable Internet the Router WAN interface� sharing) In this mode, the Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across 2�...
  • Page 40 A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “www�belkin�com” to Advanced User Interface� In your browser, type “192�168�2�1” (do IP addresses� Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you not type in anything else such as “http://”...
  • Page 41: Changing Lan Settings

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Viewing the lan settings Changing lan settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and header page�...
  • Page 42: Between 0 And

    There is no need to change the subnet mask� This is a unique, advanced computer� 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_G+MIMO_”...
  • Page 45 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing the Wireless Channel 802�11b Mode There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose— We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe), Australia, and most of Asia, specific reason to do so�...
  • Page 46 Use protected mode if your network with security enabled� You may automatically configure the security consists of a mix of Belkin G+ MIMO Wireless Cards and 802�11g settings using WPS� To change the security settings manually, you or 802�11b cards on your network�...
  • Page 47 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 48 WPA2, and that you have downloaded and installed based 802�11i standard� It offers a higher level of wireless security by the latest driver� Most of the Belkin wireless cards have driver updates combining advanced network authentication and stronger Advanced available for download from the Belkin support site: www�belkin�com/...
  • Page 49 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�...
  • Page 50: Setting Wpa Security

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting WPa security setting WPa-PsK note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be 1� From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK”� equipped with software that supports WPA� At the time this User Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free 2�...
  • Page 51: 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 52: Setting Mac Address Control

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Using a Hexadecimal Key setting MaC address Control A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to 0–9�...
  • Page 53 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting up an allow access list setting up a deny access list The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT 1� Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of want to access the network�...
  • Page 54: Configuring The Firewall

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Configuring the firewall The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks� These ports appear to be “stealth” meaning that for Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker�...
  • Page 55 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 56 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting Client IP filters 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 The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or (1)�...
  • Page 57 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents setting MaC address filtering enabling the demilitarized Zone (dMZ) The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network to specify which computers are allowed on the network�...
  • Page 58: 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 59: Utilities

    UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Utilities 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 The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something and perform certain administrative functions�...
  • Page 60: 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 3� The following message will appear� Restarting the Router can take begins working improperly� Restarting or rebooting the Router will nOT up to 60 seconds�...
  • Page 61 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 3� The following message will appear� Restoring the defaults includes factory (default) settings� It is recommended that you back up your restarting the Router�...
  • Page 62 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 1� Click “Save”� A window your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are called “File Download”...
  • Page 63 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 3� When the save is complete, want to save the configuration file� Select a location� You can name you will see the window the file anything you want, or use the default name “user�conf”�...
  • Page 64 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� All configuration files end with a “�conf”�...
  • Page 65 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 2� You will be asked if you 4� A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen� When the want to continue� Click countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be “OK”�...
  • Page 66: 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 67 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 1� To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”� 2� When the save is complete, you will see the following window� Click “Close”� A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file�...
  • Page 68 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Updating the Router’s firmware 1� 2� In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse”� A window will open Browse to the firmware file you downloaded� Select the file by that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file� double-clicking on the file name�...
  • Page 69 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents 3� You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue� Click “OK”� 5� A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen� When the countdown reaches zero, the Router firmware update will be complete�...
  • Page 70 UsInG THe Web-based adVanCed UseR InTeRfaCe sections table of contents Changing system settings Changing the login Time-Out setting The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup interface�...
  • Page 71 Remote Management The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MaKe Protocol (SNTP) server� This allows the Router to synchronize the system sURe yOU HaVe seT THe adMInIsTRaTOR PassWORd� Remote clock to the global Internet�...
  • Page 72: Messaging, Video Messaging, Games, And Other Applications That Are

    UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to by your Belkin Router� It is a technology that offers seamless operation automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications the new firmware is available�...
  • Page 73: 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 74 ManUally COnfIGURInG neTWORK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X v10.x 3� Next to “Configure” (2), if “Manually” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type� Write the 1� Click on the “System address information in the table below� You will need to enter this Preferences”...
  • Page 75 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 76 ManUally COnfIGURInG neTWORK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network adapters in Windows 2000, nT, XP, or Vista 1� Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”� 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 2�...
  • Page 77 ManUally COnfIGURInG neTWORK seTTInGs sections table of contents Manually Configuring network adapters in Windows 98 or Me 1� 3� Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Router will need from the drop-down menu� to be set up for a static IP connection type�...
  • Page 78: 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 79 ReCOMMended Web bROWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents 3� Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and netscape navigator 4�0 or Higher ® ® select “LAN Settings…”� 1� Start Netscape� Click on “Edit” then “Preferences”� 4� Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic 2�...
  • Page 80: 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� 1�...
  • Page 81: Setup Assistant

    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�exe”� 4� If the Setup Assistant still does not start, reference the section titled “Manually Configuring Network Settings”...
  • Page 82: Setup Assistant

    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 3�...
  • Page 83: Setup Assistant

    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�...
  • Page 84: Setup Assistant

    You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific Internet access� requirements of your ISP� To search our Knowledge Base for ISP- specific issues, go to: http://web�belkin�com/support and type in If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any firewall “ISP”�...
  • Page 85 If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please do the following: 1� Look at the lights on your Router� Your Belkin Router’s lights should 3� The exact window that opens will vary depending on the model of be as follows: wireless card you have;...
  • Page 86 (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� G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 87 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 limiting the wireless transmit rate—Limiting the wireless transmit the throughput performance between devices decreases when the rate can help improve the maximum wireless range and connection stability�...
  • Page 88 Router, and is connected to the Router using either an Ethernet cable or through your home’s power lines using two Powerline Ethernet Adapters� These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered from Belkin directly� For network/range extension information, please visit: www�belkin�com/...
  • Page 89 TROUblesHOOTInG sections table of contents Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point� solution: 1� Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point� For example: Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless C3 03 0f af 4b b2 C3 d4 4b C3 d4 e7 e4 = 128-bit key Router or Access Point�...
  • Page 90 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter)� solution: The client card must use the same key as the Wireless Router or access point� For instance, if your Wireless Router or access point uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key�...
  • Page 91 Problem: Do Belkin products support WPA? I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network� solution: solution: note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to drivers and software that support it�...
  • Page 92 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a home network� solution: Clients must use the same key that the Wireless Router or access point uses� For instance, if the key is “Smith Family Network Key” in the Wireless Router or access point, the clients must also use that same key�...
  • Page 93 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business� solution: 1� Double-click the “Signal Indicator” icon to bring up the 4�...
  • Page 94 If you are NOT using a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free download: http://www�microsoft�com/downloads/details�aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displaylang=en...
  • Page 95 TROUblesHOOTInG sections table of contents What’s the difference between 802�11b, 802�11g, 802�11a, and draft 802�11n? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, Wireless G Plus MIMO n MIMO n1 MIMO which transmit data at very different maximum speeds� Each is Technology (802�11g) (802�11g with...
  • Page 96: 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 97: Information

    To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on Radio products with the CE 0682 or CE alert marking comply with the your Belkin product� Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC R&TTE Directive (1995/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued Community�...
  • Page 98 What is not covered by this warranty? Belkin International, Inc� (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin’s request at the sole...
  • Page 99 Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product� All How state law relates to the warranty� costs of shipping the 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,...
  • Page 100 [Italian] ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Latviski Ar šo [Belkin Ltd Belkin Ltd ] deklar , ka [F5D9631-4 / 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 101 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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