Belkin Router F5D8633-4 User Manual

User Manual
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Modem Router
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Table  of  Contents
1.  Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
  Advantages  of  a  Wireless  Network   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
   Placement  of  your  N  Wireless  Modem  Router . . . . . . . . . . .
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2.  Product Overview   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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    Product  Features   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.  Knowing your Modem Router   . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Modem Router (the 
Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits 
of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize 
your wireless home network range and performance. Please be sure to 
read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to 
the section entitled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for 
Optimal Performance” on the...

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Revolutionary  N  Wireless  Technology  with  MIMO  (N  MIMO) 
Your  Belkin  N  Wireless  Modem  Router  uses  a  new  smart-antenna  technology 
called  Multiple  Input  Multiple  Output  (MIMO).  N  MIMO  complies  with  the 
IEEE  draft  802.11n  specification.  It  increases  speed,  range,  reliability,  and 
spectral  efficiency  for  wireless  networking  systems.
The  element  that  makes  Belkin’s  N  MIMO  technology  different  from  a 
conventional  radio  is  the  use...

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Placement of your N Wireless Modem Router
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 not be...

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2.   Avoid Obstacles 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
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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  to  locate  any  other  wireless  networks  that 
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5.   Secure Connections, VPNs, 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
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Free Tech Support*
You  can  find  additional  support  information  on  our  website  at  www.
belkin.com  through  the  tech-support  area.
If  you  want  to  contact  technical  support  by  phone,  please  call  the
 
number  you  need  from  the  list  below*.
*Local  rates  apply.
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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  N  Wireless  Modem  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
®  8.x,  9.x,  X  v10.x,  Linux®,  Windows®  98,  Me,  NT®,  2000,...