Belkin Router F5D7234-4user Manual

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User Manual
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Table of Con Ten Ts
Securing your Wi-Fi Network  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
  WEP Setup   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . 52
  Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
  WPA Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . 55
  Setting WPA / WPA2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . 56
  Guest Access (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Using the Access Point Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Configuring the Firewall  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 60
Setting MAC Address Filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Enabling the DMZ  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . 64
Utilities Tab  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . 66
  Restarting the Router  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
  Updating the Firmware  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
7 Manually Configuring  network  settings  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 76
8 Recommended Web  browser  settings  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 81
9 Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 83
10 Information   � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 99
1 Introduction  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �
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Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
2 Product  over view  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 5
Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . 5
3 Knowing your Router    � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 7
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . 7
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 7
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
4 Connecting and Configuring your Router  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �11
5  alternate  setup Method  � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 25
6 Using the Web- based  advanced User Inter face  � � � � � � � � � � � � 40
Changing L AN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 41
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 
						

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G 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. 
advantages of a Wireless  network
•	 Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer 
room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop 
computer anywhere within your wireless range
•	 Easy installation – The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes 
setup simple
•	 Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other 
networking devices from anywhere in your home •	
Easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products 
lets you expand your network to include devices such as printers 
and gaming consoles
•	 No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of 
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office
•	 Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of 
interoperable networking products
•	
Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the  computers 
in your home
•	 Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the 
connected computers in your home •	
Share a single printer with the entire family
•	 Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures
•	 Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another
•	 Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat
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•	 Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each 
other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your 
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as 
possible in an upward direction. 
•	 In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close 
to the center of the home as possible. This may mean placing the 
Router on an upper floor.
•	 Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone.
2 � a void o bstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router 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 such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your 
computers and Router).
Placement of your Router for  optimal Performance
Important f actors for Placement and s etup
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 not be noticeable to you. As you move 
farther from your Router, connection speed may decrease. Factors that 
can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network’s radio 
waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. 
If you have concerns about your network’s performance that might be 
related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a 
position between five and 10 feet away from the Router in order to see if 
distance is the problem. If difficulties persist even at close range, please 
contact Belkin  Technical Support.
note:  While some of the items listed below can affect network 
performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from 
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at 
its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help.
1 � Wireless Router Placement 
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as 
close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices. 
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): 
						

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4� Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as 
apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless 
networks nearby that can conflict with yours. 
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the wireless utility of your 
wireless adapter or card to locate any other wireless networks that 
are available (see your wireless adapter’s or card’s user manual), and 
move your Router and computers to a channel as far away from other 
networks as possible.
•	 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 or Adapter. See your Network Card’s user 
guide for more information.
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area 
with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we 
suggest the Belkin Wireless G Universal Range Extender/Access Point.
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� Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending 
to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone: 
•	 Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and your 
wireless-enabled computers.
•	 Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone 
that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s 
information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may 
be interfering. 
•	 If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on 
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For 
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to 
channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.
•	 If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz cordless phone. 
						

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5� s ecure Connections, VP ns, and aol
Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and 
are used where security is important. Secure connections include:
•	 Virtual Private Network ( VPN) connections, often used to connect 
remotely to an office network
•	 The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL), 
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another 
cable or DSL service
•	 Most online banking websites
•	 Many commercial websites that require a user name and password 
to access your account  Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power 
management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The easiest 
solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or 
AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website.
A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management 
settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate 
for portable computers. To change your power management setting 
under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.
If you continue to have difficulty with secure connections, VPNs, and 
AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed 
these issues.
For more information regarding our networking products, visit our 
website at 
www�belkin �com/networking . 
						

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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 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, Linux®, Windows® 2000, XP, Vista®, and others. All that is needed 
is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the 
standard language of the Internet).  
Patent-Pending network s tatus display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in 
operation. You’ll know at a glance whether your Router is connected to 
the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and 
status-monitoring procedures.
Web- based a dvanced User Interface
You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web 
browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer. 
There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can 
make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the 
network quickly and easily. na
T IP a ddress s haring
Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT ) to share the 
single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while 
saving the cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service account. 
s PI f irewall
Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network 
from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land 
Attack, Ping of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, 
Smurf Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop 
Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding.
Integrated 10/100 4-Port s witch
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 resources.
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless 
operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other 
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s upport for VPn  Pass-Through 
If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN 
connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass 
through the Router and to your office network.
built-In d ynamic Host Configuration Protocol ( dHCP)
Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes 
for the easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will 
assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need 
for a complicated networking setup.
s etup  assistant  software
The Setup Assistant Software 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). In a matter of minutes, your Wireless Router will be up 
and running on the Internet.
noT e: Setup Assistant Software is compatible with Windows 2000, 
XP, Vista, and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system, 
the Wireless Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method 
described in this User Manual (see page 25). Integrated 802
�11g Wireless a ccess Point
802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates 
up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b.
Ma C a ddress f iltering
For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique 
client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network. Every 
computer has its own MAC address. Simply enter these MAC addresses 
into a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can 
control access to your network. 
						

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Package Contents
•	 Belkin G Wireless Router
•	 Quick Installation Guide
•	 Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual
•	 Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
•	 Power Supply
system Requirements
•	 Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem 
with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection
•	 At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter
•	 TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer
•	 RJ45 Ethernet networking cable
•	 Internet browser
setup  assistant  software  system Requirements
•	 A computer running Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, 
or Mac OS X v10.x
•	 	 Minimum 1GHz processor and 128MB RAM
•	 	 Internet browser  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.
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a � Internet  status 
This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the 
Internet. When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the 
Internet. When the light is blinking amber, the Router is attempting 
to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router is 
connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” 
feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of 
your Router’s connection.
Off Router is NOT connected to 
the 
Internet
Blinking Green Router is attempting to connect 
to the Internet
Solid Green Router is connected to 
the 
Internet 
b� Modem  status 
This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected 
properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected.
Off Router is NOT connected to 
modem
Blinking Green Router is connecting to the ISP
Solid Green Router is connected to modem 
and functioning properly C�
 Router/Power  status 
When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time 
elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon 
blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon 
becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use.
Off Router is off
Blinking Green Router is booting up
Solid Green Router is on and ready 
d�  Wired-Computer s tatus 
Off Wired computer is not present
Solid Green Wired computer is connected to 
the Router
Blinking Green Data is transmitting between the 
Router and wired computer(s)