Belkin PM01218ea User Manual

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  • Page 1: Modem Router

    G Wireless Modem Router User Manual English PM01218ea F5D7634-4 Français DEutsch nEDErl anDs Español italiano...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Utilities                                                   47 Advantages of a Belkin Wireless Network                        4...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G Wireless Modem Router (the Router) In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers with your new Router The following is a list of features that make your Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to Appendix B entitled “Important Factors for Placement and Setup”...
  • Page 4: Product Features

    InTRodUCTIon sections table of contents Product features Compatibility with both PCs and Mac Computers Integrated 10/100 4-Port switch ® The Router supports a variety of networking environments including The Router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired Mac OS 8x, 9x, X v10x, AppleTalk , Linux...
  • Page 5: G Wireless Modem Router

    InTRodUCTIon sections table of contents naT IP address sharing Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other while saving the cost of adding additional IP addresses to your Internet applications that are UPnP-compliant...
  • Page 6: Benefits Of A Home Network

    Share resources, such as files, and hard drives among all the networking devices from anywhere in your home connected computers in your home easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let you expand your network to include devices such as printers and •...
  • Page 7: Make Sure You Have The Following

    Router • Power Adapter • User Manual and Belkin Setup Assistant Software on CD-ROM • No other DHCP server on your local network assigning IP addresses to computers and devices *ADSL micro filter varies by country If it’s not included, you will need to...
  • Page 8: Internet Connection Settings

    MaKe sURe YoU HaVe THe folloWInG sections table of contents Internet Connection settings The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers (ISPs) 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 9: Knowing Your Router

    KnoWInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop All of the led Indicators cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility The Router is equipped with eight LEDs on the front panel as described The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide in the table below (from top to bottom): you with information about network activity and status...
  • Page 10 KnoWInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Rear Panel 4 adsl – Green The following figure illustrates the rear panel of your Router Power off or ADSL line connection is physically disconnected Blinking Handshaking or training is in progress Solid ADSL line connection is OK 5 Internet –...
  • Page 11: G Wireless Modem Router

    KnoWInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 6 adsl line 8 Reset button This port is for connection to your ADSL line Connect your ADSL line to The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function this port improperly Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings You can also...
  • Page 12: Connecting And Configuring Your Router

    Belkin has provided Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000, XP, or Vista computer be connected directly to your ADSL and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method”...
  • Page 13: G Wireless Modem Router

    Some ADSL connections require a micro filter Your ADSL provider can tell you if you need one Belkin includes a micro filter in regions known to use them You may or may not have received one in your box...
  • Page 14 ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 12 Replacing an existing Modem or Modem Router Follow these steps if you ADSL currently have a modem or a modem router that you will be replacing with your new Router Unpack your new Locate the cable Locate the cable...
  • Page 15: Step 2: Set Up The Router – Run The Setup Assistant Software

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents step 2: set Up the Router – Run the setup assistant software Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer Insert the CD into your computer The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15...
  • Page 16: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 21 select Country 22 Confirmation screen Select your country from the drop-down box Click “Begin” to continue Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow Click “Next”...
  • Page 17: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 23 Progress screen 24 Checking settings Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings setup has been completed and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet G Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 18: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 25 Verifying Hardware Connections 26 naming your Wireless network The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID) This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect You can either use the default or change it to something unique Write down this name for future reference Click “Next”...
  • Page 19: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 27 Requesting Internet account Info (if needed) 28 Configuring the Router If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below Select your the Router and restarting it Wait for the on-screen instructions country or ISP from the drop-down boxes...
  • Page 20: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 29 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet G Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 21: G Wireless Modem Router

    Congratulations Troubleshooting You have finished installing your new Belkin Router You will see If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the...
  • Page 22: G Wireless Modem Router

    ConneCTInG and ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents 210 optional: assistance Connecting other Computers Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless properly connected, your network is set up and working You can now computers to your network Follow the on-screen instructions surf the Internet Click “Next”...
  • Page 23: Manually Configuring Your Router

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Understanding the Web-based User Interface 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 (3) (4) Using Web-based Manager Once your host PC is properly configured, start your web browser and type the private IP address of the Router into the URL field:...
  • Page 24: G Wireless Modem Router

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Quick-navigation links login/logout button You can go directly to any of the Router’s UI pages by clicking directly This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of on these links The links are divided into logical categories and grouped one button When you are logged into the Router, this button will change by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to find Clicking...
  • Page 25: G Wireless Modem Router

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents lan settings 9 Version Info Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Shows the firmware version, boot-code version, hardware version, and Router Changes can be made to the settings by clicking the “LAN” serial number of the Router “Quick Navigation”...
  • Page 26: Changing Lan Settings

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Changing lan settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here lan settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (a) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page A quick description of the functions can be found here To view the...
  • Page 27: G Wireless Modem Router

    There is no need to change the subnet mask This is a unique, advanced assigned an IP address by the DHCP server, the IP address will not feature of your Belkin Router change for that particular computer Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of time This also means that a particular computer’s...
  • Page 28: Dhcp Client List

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents dHCP Client list You can view a list of the computers, which are connected to your network You are able to view the IP address of the computer, the host name (name of the computer in your network), and the MAC address of the computer’s network interface card (NIC) Pressing the “Refresh”...
  • Page 29: G Wireless Modem Router

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR 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 A ) is similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK Select ™...
  • Page 30: G Wireless Modem Router

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents setting your Connection Type to dynamic IP (1483 bridged) setting your IsP Connection Type to static IP (IPoa) This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network This connection type is also called “Classical IP over A ”...
  • Page 31: G Wireless Modem Router

    A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that In this mode, the Router simply acts as a bridge passing packets across translates Universal Resource Links (URLs) like “wwwbelkincom” to IP the DSL port It requires additional software to be installed on your...
  • Page 32 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Using ddns (dynamic dns) setting up the Router’s dynamic dns Update Client The DDNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address to a static You must register with DynDNSorg’s free update service before using host name in any of the many domains DynDNSorg offers, allowing your this feature Once you have your registration, follow the directions below network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations...
  • Page 33: Wireless

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Wireless The “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings From this tab, you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, and encryption security settings Channel and ssId Changing the Wireless network name (ssId) Using the essId broadcast feature...
  • Page 34 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Using the Wireless Mode switch Changing the Wireless Channel Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “Mixed There are a number of operating channels from which to choose In the (11b+11g)”, “11g Only”, and “11b Only” The different modes are United States, there are 11 channels In the United Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels In a small number of other countries,...
  • Page 35: Encryption/Security

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents encryption/security securing your Wi-fi network 64-Bit Wired 128-Bit Wired Wi-Fi Protected Wi-Fi Protected Here are a few different ways you can Name Equivalent Equivalent Access-TKIP Access 2 maximize the security of your wireless network Privacy Privacy and protect your data from prying eyes and...
  • Page 36 C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key might have older equipment that only supports 64-bit WEP All Belkin The WEP passphrase is NOT the same as a WEP key Your wireless card...
  • Page 37 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Wi-fi Protected access (WPa) WPa2 WPA is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the The Router features WPA2, which is the second generation of the security features of WEP To use WPA security, the drivers and software WPA-based 80211i standard It offers a higher level of wireless security of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA These by combining advanced network authentication and stronger AES...
  • Page 38 C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key and installed the latest driver Most of the Belkin wireless cards In the boxes below, make up your key by writing in two characters have updated drivers available for download from the Belkin support between A–F and 0–9 in each box You will use this key to program the...
  • Page 39 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents WeP setup Changing the Wireless security settings Your Router is equipped with WPA/WPA2, the latest wireless security Select “WEP” from the drop-down menu standard It also supports the legacy security standard, WEP By default, wireless security is disabled To enable security, you must first Select “WEP Mode”...
  • Page 40 This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system You also For “Authentication”, select “Pre-shared Key” for typical home/ need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop SOHO use This setting will have to be identical on the clients that...
  • Page 41: Wireless Range Extension And Bridging

    Point on and proceed to the next step Bridging your Belkin Router to a secondary access point requires that you access the Router’s Advanced Setup Utility and enter the MAC From a computer already connected to your Router, access the...
  • Page 42 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents You will see the Router’s user interface in the browser window Click “Wireless Bridge” (2) on the left-hand side of the screen You will see the following screen Check the box that says, “Enable ONLY specific Access Points to connect”...
  • Page 43: Firewall

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents firewall Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network Virtual servers from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: Virtual servers allow you to route external (Internet) calls for services •...
  • Page 44 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Choosing an application Manually entering settings into the Virtual server Select your application from the drop-down list Click “Add” The To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen for the internal (server) machine, the port(s) required to pass, the port type (TCP or UDP), and click “Apply Changes” Each inbound port entry...
  • Page 45 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Client IP filters access Control The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or Access control allows users to define the outgoing traffic permitted or other network services at specific days and times Restriction can be set denied access through the WAN interface The default is to permit all for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers outgoing traffic To configure restrictive access to your computers, do...
  • Page 46 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents URl blocking schedule Rule To configure the URL-blocking feature, specify the websites (www You may filter Internet access for local clients based on rules Each somesitecom) and or keywords you want to filter on your network Click access control rule may be activated at a scheduled time Define the schedule on the “Schedule Rule”, and apply the rule on the “Access “Apply Changes”...
  • Page 47 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents setting MaC-address filtering The MAC-address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network Any computer attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client (computer) on your network to allow network access to each The “Block”...
  • Page 48 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents dMZ (demilitarized Zone) blocking an ICMP Ping If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly Computer hackers use what is known as “pinging” to find potential from behind the firewall, you can open the client up to unrestricted victims on the Internet By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a 2-way Internet access This may be necessary if the NAT feature response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of...
  • Page 49: Utilities

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Utilities The “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Router and perform certain administrative functions Restart Router Restore factory defaults At times it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the working improperly Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete factory (default) settings It is recommended that you back up your...
  • Page 50 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents saving/backing up Current settings 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 Click “Save” A window called “File Download”...
  • Page 51 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents When the save is complete, you will see the window below Click Restore Previous settings “Close” The configuration is now saved 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 Locate the configuration file, “configbin”, and double-click on it...
  • Page 52 Updating firmware Checking for a new Version of firmware From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Router’s The “Check Firmware” (1) button allows you to instantly check for a new firmware Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to...
  • Page 53 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR 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 To download the new version of firmware, click “Download” When the save is complete, you will see the following window Click “Close” The download of the firmware is complete To A window will open that allows you to select the location where you...
  • Page 54 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents Updating the Router’s firmware In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse” (2) A window Browse to the firmware file you downloaded Select the file by will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware double-clicking on the file name update file The “Update Firmware”...
  • Page 55 ManUallY ConfIGURInG YoUR RoUTeR sections table of contents system settings setting the Time and Time Zone The “System Settings” page is where you can enter a new administrator The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on Protocol (SNTP) server This allows the Router to synchronize the system and off the UPnP function of the Router clock to the global Internet The synchronized clock in the Router is...
  • Page 56 Remote Management Before you enable this advanced feature of your Belkin Router, MAKE Before you enable this function, it is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD Remote you set your administrator password Leaving the password empty management allows you to make changes to your Router’s settings from...
  • Page 57 Internet Other problems may also occur Turning off NAT will disable your firewall functions enabling/disabling Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) UPnP is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant Some applications require the Router’s firewall to be configured in a...
  • Page 58: Manually Configuring Network Adapters

    ManUallY ConfIGURInG neTWoRK adaPTeRs sections table of contents setting up your Computers In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your computer’s “TCP/IP/Ethernet” settings to “Obtain an IP address automatically/Using DHCP” This is normally the default setting in most home computers You can set up the computer that is connected to the ADSL 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 Windows XP, 2000, or nT...
  • Page 59 ManUallY ConfIGURInG neTWoRK adaPTeRs sections table of contents Windows 98se or Me Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” If “Specify an IP address” from the drop-down menu is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write Select “TCP/IP ->...
  • Page 60 ManUallY ConfIGURInG neTWoRK adaPTeRs sections table of contents Mac os up to 9x In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your Mac computer’s TCP/IP settings to DHCP Pull down the Apple menu Select “Control Panels” and select If not already set, at “Configure:”, choose “Using DHCP Server” “TCP/IP” This will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router...
  • Page 61 ManUallY ConfIGURInG neTWoRK adaPTeRs sections table of contents Mac os X Click on the “System Select “Built-in Ethernet” (2) next to “Show” in the Preferences” icon “Network” menu Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu G Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 62 ManUallY ConfIGURInG neTWoRK adaPTeRs sections table of contents Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3) Next to “Configure” (4), you should see If “Manually” is selected, “Manually” or “Using DHCP” If you do not, check the PPPoE tab your Router will need to (5) to make sure that “Connect using PPPoE”...
  • Page 63: 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 40 or Higher Start your web browser Select “Tools”...
  • Page 64 ReCoMMended Web bRoWseR seTTInGs sections table of contents netscape navigator 40 or Higher ® ® Start Netscape Click on “Edit”, then “Preferences” In the “Preferences” window, click on “Advanced”, then select “Proxies” In the “Proxies” window, select “Direct connection to the Internet” G Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 65: Troubleshooting

    TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Problem: Problem: The ADSL LED is not on My connection type is static IP address I cannot connect to the Internet solution: solution: Check the connection between the Router and ADSL line Make Since your connection type is static IP address, your ISP must assign sure the cable from the ADSL line is connected to the port on the you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address Instead of using Router labeled “DSL Line”...
  • Page 66 Router, and you have the same security settings on the clients such as WPA or WEP encryption Look at the lights on your Router If you’re using a Belkin Router, the lights should be as follows: Make sure the distance between the Router and wireless PC are •...
  • Page 67 (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 Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 68 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...
  • Page 69 Problem: How do I extend the range of my wireless network? solution: Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices: • Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively •...
  • Page 70 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Router or Belkin Access Point solution: Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point Click “Apply Changes” to finish Encryption in the Wireless Router...
  • Page 71 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Card solution: The Wireless 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 Wireless Card must be set to the exact same key Double-click the “Signal Indicator”...
  • Page 72 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 At the time of this FAQ publication, a From the “Security Mode”...
  • Page 73 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a business solution: If your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients, use this setting This is typically used in a business environment From the “Security Mode”...
  • Page 74 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Card 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 Double-click the “Signal Indicator”...
  • Page 75 I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Card for a business and I am NOT using a Belkin Wireless Card for a home network solution: solution: If you are not using a Belkin Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Double-click the “Signal Indicator”...
  • Page 76 TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents enabling WPa-PsK (no server) Select “TKIP” or “AES” under “Date Encryption” This setting will Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections” have to be identical to the wireless router or access point that you set up Right-clicking on the “Wireless Networks”...
  • Page 77: Technical-Support Information

    TRoUblesHooTInG sections table of contents Technical-support Information belkin Wireless Comparison Chart For latest software updates or if you have any further questions G Plus MIMo n MIMo n1 MIMo regarding installation of this product, please visit: Wireless (80211g with (draft 80211n...
  • Page 78: Appendixes

    Internet that translates URLs (Universal advanced setup interface, type this IP address into the address bar Resource Links) like wwwbelkincom to IP addresses Many ISPs do of your browser This address can be changed if needed To change not require you to enter this information into the Router If you are using the IP address, type in the new IP address and click “Apply Changes”...
  • Page 79 aPPendIXes sections table of contents PPPoe PPPoa Most ADSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type If you use an Enter the PPPoA information in the provided spaces, and click “Next” ADSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log Click “Apply”...
  • Page 80 You can select an application from the popular choices survey This occurs if the computer’s SSID is set to “ANY” Your Belkin included in the drop-down list Your selections will be programmed into...
  • Page 81 aPPendIXes sections table of contents Virtual servers URl blocking This function will allow you to route external (Internet) calls for To configure the URL-blocking feature, specify the websites (www services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other somesitecom) and/or keywords you want to filter on your network Click applications through your Router to your internal network Since your “Apply Changes”...
  • Page 82 aPPendIXes sections table of contents administrator Password If you have a client PC that cannot run an Internet application properly The Router ships with NO password entered If you wish to add a from behind the firewall, you can open the client up to unrestricted password for more security, you can set a password from your Router’s two-way Internet access This may be necessary if the NAT feature web-based user interface Keep your password in a safe place as you...
  • Page 83 aPPendIXes sections table of contents Time and Time Zone UPnP The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless Protocol (SNTP) server This allows the Router to synchronize the system operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other clock to the global Internet The synchronized clock in the Router is applications that are UPnP-compliant Some applications require the...
  • Page 84: Appendix B: Important Factors For Placement And Setup

    • Refrigerators To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” (ie, computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, • Washers and/or dryers Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters): •...
  • Page 85 If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz with your wireless router (or access point) Should you need to cover cordless phone an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/ Access Point G Wireless Modem Router...
  • Page 86 aPPendIXes 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 Secure connections include: solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website...
  • Page 87: Information

    ConfoRMITY WITH fCC RUles foR eleCTRoMaGneTIC CoMPaTIbIlITY We, Belkin International, Inc, of 501 West Walnut Street, Compton, CA federal Communications Commission notice 90220, declare under our sole responsibility that the product, This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for...
  • Page 88: Technical Support

    Technical support You can find technical-support information on our website, wwwbelkincom, 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 89 Radio products with the CE 0682 or CE alert marking comply with modifications to this device that are not expressly approved by the R&TTE Directive (1995/5/EC) issued by the Commission of the Belkin International, Inc, may void the user’s authority to operate European Community the equipment...
  • Page 90 Italiano [Italian] ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE. Ar šo [Belkin Ltd Belkin Ltd ] deklar , ka [F5D7634-4 / iek rtas tips] atbilst Direkt vas 1999/5/EK Latviski [Latvian] b tiskaj m pras b m un citiem ar to saist tajiem noteikumiem.
  • Page 91 To get service for your Belkin product contact tech support on the In the event that Belkin is unable to repair or replace the product (for numbers shown earlier in the user manual...
  • Page 92 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,...
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