Belkin Router F5D7231-4 User Manual

User Manual
F5D7231-4
Wireless G Plus
Router  

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1  Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Benefits  of  a  Home  Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Advantages  of  a  Wireless  Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Placement  of  your  Router  for  Optimal  Performance   . . . . . . .
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2  Product Overview   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Product  Features   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Plus Router (the 
Router). The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home 
networking and outline best practices for maximizing your wireless home 
network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this 
User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled 
“Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance” on page 2
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Benefits of a Home Network
•  Share  one  high-speed  Internet  connection  with  all  the...

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Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your  wireless  connection  will  be  stronger  the  closer  your  computer  is 
to  your  Router.  Typical  indoor  operating  range  for  wireless  devices  is 
between  100  and  200  feet.
In  the  same  way,  your  wireless  connection  and  performance  will 
degrade  somewhat  as  the  distance  between  your  Router  and 
connected  devices  increases.  This  may  or  may...

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2.   Avoid Obstacles and Interference 
Avoid  placing  your R outer   near  devices  that  may  emit  radio 
“noise,”  such  as  microwave  ovens.  Dense  objects  that  can  inhibit 
wireless  communication  include: 
•  Refrigerators
•  Washers  and/or  dryers
•  Metal  cabinets
•  Large  aquariums
•  Metallic-based,  UV-tinted  windows
  If  your  wireless  signal  seems  weak  in  some  spots,  make  sure  that  objects...

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• Experiment  with  more  than  one  of  the  available  channels  in 
order  to  find  the  clearest  connection  and  avoid  interference 
from  neighboring  cordless  phones  or  other  wireless  devices.
•  For  Belkin  wireless  networking  products,  use  the  detailed  Site 
Survey  and  wireless  channel  information  included  with  your 
Wireless  Network  Card.  See  your  Network  Card’s  user  guide 
for  more  information.
    These  guidelines  should...

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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  G  Plus  Router  an  ideal  solution  for  your 
home  or  small  office  network.
 
Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers 
The  Router  supports  a  variety  of  networking  environments  including 
Mac  OS
®  X  v10.x,  AppleTalk®,  Linux®,  Windows®  98,...

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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch 
The  Router  has  a  built-in,  4-port  network  switch  to  allow  your  wired 
computers  to  share  printers,  data  and  MP3  files,  digital  photos, 
and  much  more.  The  switch  features  automatic  detection  so  it  will 
adjust  to  the  speed  of  connected  devices.  The  switch  will  transfer 
data  between  computers  and  the  Internet  simultaneously  without 
interrupting  or  consuming...

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G Plus Mode* 
G  Plus  Mode,  a  54g  performance  enhancement,  provides  the 
fastest  wireless  connectivity  for  802.11g-capable  networks  in 
real-world  environments.  It  is  designed  for  home  networks  that 
require  additional  bandwidth  for  applications  such  as  sharing  digital 
pictures.  G  Plus  makes  802.11g  WLANs  more  efficient  without 
affecting  the  performance  of  neighboring  networks,  and  is  compatible 
at  high  speeds  with  leading...