Belkin Pre-N User Manual

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98Connecting your Router98Connecting your RouterConnecting your ADSL Line Connection for the Router to the ADSL line varies by country and region. Typ

99section213456789101112Note: One RJ11 telephone cord is supplied. When inserting an RJ11 plug, be sure the tab on the plug clicks into position to en

11101110Powering Up your Router1. Connect the supplied power adapter to the Router power-input plug labeled “Power”.Note: For safety and performance

11Setting Up your Computers11section213456789101112In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your c

1312Setting Up your Computers1312Setting Up your ComputersManually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me1. Right-click on “My Network N

13Setting Up your Computers13section213456789101112Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem by FIRST using these steps. You can

1514Setting Up your Computers1514Setting Up your Computers5. Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click “Sav

15Setting Up your Computers15section213456789101112 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X 1. Click on the “System Preferences” icon.2.

1716Setting Up your Computers1716Setting Up your Computers4. Select the “TCP/IP” tab (3). Next to “Configure” (4), you should see “Manually” or “Usin

17Setting Up your Computers17section213456789101112Recommended Web Browser SettingsIn most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web br

1Table of Contents11 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1Benefits of a Home Network . . .

191819184. Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: “Automatically detect settings”, “Use automatic configuration sc

19Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard19section213456789101112Running the Setup Wizard1. You can access the web-based management user interf

2120Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard2120Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard3. The Setup Wizard will start automatically for ex

21Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard21section2134567891011126. Now the Wireless LAN Setup screen will show. You can connect to the Router

232223227. Double-check the settings shown on the following screen. You can click “Back” to change the settings or click “Next” to confirmNote: You c

23Manually Configuring your Router23section213456789101112Configuring Your Router with the Setup WizardUnderstanding the Web-Based User InterfaceThe h

2524Manually Configuring your Router2524Manually Configuring your Routertake you to a separate login page where you will need to enter a password. Whe

25Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router25Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Changing LAN SettingsAll set

2726Manually Configuring your Router2726Manually Configuring your Router(1)(2)(3)(4)(5)(6)1. IP Address The “IP address” is the internal IP address

27Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router27Manually Configuring your Routersection2134567891011122–100 (99 computers). If you

1Introduction1213456789101112sectionThank you for purchasing the Belkin ADSL Modem with High-Speed Mode Wireless G Router (the Router). In minutes you

2928Manually Configuring your Router2928Manually Configuring your RouterDHCP Client ListYou can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which

29Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router29Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Connection TypeFrom the “Con

3130Manually Configuring your Router3130Manually Configuring your RouterSetting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoAPPPoE (Point-to-Point Protoc

31Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router31Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Setting your Connection Type

3332Manually Configuring your Router3332Manually Configuring your RouterSetting your ISP Connection to Static IP (IPoA)This connection type is also ca

33Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router33Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Setting your Connection Type

3534Manually Configuring your Router3534Manually Configuring your RouterWirelessThe “Wireless” tab lets you make changes to the wireless network setti

35Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router35Manually Configuring your Routersection2134567891011122. Changing the Wireless Net

3736Manually Configuring your Router3736Manually Configuring your Router4. Using the Wireless Mode SwitchYour router can operate in either two differe

37Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router37Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Encryption/SecuritySecuring

3232Package Contents• MIMO ADSL Modem Router• RJ11 Telephone Cord - Gray• RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable - Yellow• ADSL Microfilter*• Power Adapt

3938Manually Configuring your Router3938Manually Configuring your Router128-Bit WEPAs a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, 128Bit W

39Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router39Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

4140Manually Configuring your Router4140Manually Configuring your RouterSharing the Same Network KeysMost Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off

41Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router41Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Using a Hexadecimal KeyA hex

4342Manually Configuring your Router4342Manually Configuring your RouterWEP Setup64-Bit WEP Encryption1. Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu.2

43Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router43Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112128-Bit WEP Encryption1. Sel

4544Manually Configuring your Router4544Manually Configuring your RouterChanging the Wireless Security SettingsYour Router is equipped with WPA (Wi-Fi

45Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router45Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Setting WPA-PSK (no server)1

4746Manually Configuring your Router4746Manually Configuring your RouterSetting WPA (with radius server) SettingsIf your network uses a radius server

47Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router47Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Connecting your Computer to

3Knowing your Router3The Router is designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and

4948Manually Configuring your Router4948Manually Configuring your RouterConnecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires WPA-PSK (no serve

49Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router49Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Connecting your Computer to

5150Manually Configuring your Router5150Manually Configuring your RouterImportant: You also need to ensure that the wireless card manufacturer support

51Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router51Manually Configuring your Routersection2134567891011126. Select “TKIP” or “AES”

5352Manually Configuring your Router5352Manually Configuring your Router1 Wireless channels must match between Router and AP. 2 Security settings (W

53Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router53Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Virtual ServersVirtual serve

5554Manually Configuring your Router5554Manually Configuring your RouterClient IP FiltersThe Router can be configured to restrict access to the Intern

55Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router55Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112DMZ (Demilitarized Zone)If y

5756Manually Configuring your Router5756Manually Configuring your RouterUtilitiesThe “Utilities” screen lets you manage different parameters of the Ro

57Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router57Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Restarting the Router to Res

54Knowing your Router54Knowing your Router3. WLAN Status LED The WLAN Status LED is solid GREEN when you enable the wireless LAN function. It flash

5958Manually Configuring your Router5958Manually Configuring your RouterSaving/Backup Current SettingsYou can save your current configuration by using

59Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router59Manually Configuring your Routersection2134567891011123. When the save is complet

6160Manually Configuring your Router6160Manually Configuring your RouterFirmware UpdateFrom time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Route

61Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router61Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112System SettingsThe “System S

6362Manually Configuring your Router6362Manually Configuring your RouterSetting the Time and Time ZoneThe Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple

63Manually Configuring your RouterManually Configuring your Router63Manually Configuring your Routersection213456789101112Click on the “Apply Changes”

6564Troubleshooting6564Troubleshooting Problem: The ADSL LED is not on.Solution:1. Check the connection between the Router and ADSL line. Make sure th

65Troubleshooting65section213456789101112Problem:My wireless PC cannot connect to the Router.Solution:1. Make sure the wireless PC has the same SSID s

6766Troubleshooting6766TroubleshootingDoes the name of your wireless network appear in the results?Yes, my network name is listed—go to the troublesh

67Troubleshooting67section213456789101112correct network name now appears under “Available Networks”, you may have a range or interference problem. Pl

5Knowing your Router5section213456789101112Back Panel6. DSL Line This port is for connection to your ADSL line. Connect your ADSL line to this port.

6968Troubleshooting6968TroubleshootingLimiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless

69Troubleshooting69section213456789101112and 0-9. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex characters. For example: C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3

7170Troubleshooting7170Troubleshooting5. Under “Data Encryption” select “WEP”.6. Ensure the check box “The key is provided for me automatically” a

71Troubleshooting71section213456789101112Problem:I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router o

7372Troubleshooting7372TroubleshootingProblem:I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Card for a

73Troubleshooting73section213456789101112Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin Wireless C

7574Troubleshooting7574Troubleshooting3. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, click the “Configure” button, and you will see the following screen.4.

75Troubleshooting75section213456789101112Wireless Comparison ChartWireless Technology802.11b802.11g802.11a Belkin Pre-N Speed11Mbps 54Mbps 54Mbps 10

7776Technical Support Information7776Technical Support InformationTechnical SupportFor latest software updates or if you have any further questions re

7777section21345671112Appendixes9810Appendix A: GlossaryIP AddressThe “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. To access the advanced se

76Connecting your Router76Connecting your RouterPositioning your RouterYour wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your R

7978Appendixes7978Appendixes3. You have to double-click on a desktop icon other than your browser to get on the Internet. To set the Router to use

79Appendixes79section213456789101112ESSID BroadcastMany wireless network adapters currently on the market possess a feature known as site survey. It s

8180Appendixes8180AppendixesClient IP FiltersThe Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or other network services at spec

81Appendixes81section213456789101112Administrator PasswordThe Router ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a password for more security,

8382Appendixes8382AppendixesUPnPUPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, gam

83Appendixes83section213456789101112Appendix B: Important Factors for Placement and SetupNote: While some of the items listed below can affect network

8584Appendixes8584Appendixes If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s pat

85Appendixes85section213456789101112 These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Wireless Router (or access point

87868786Country Connection ProtocolVPI/VCI Encapsulation ISPsEuropeFrance PPPoE 8/35 LLC VariousGermany PPPoE 1/32 LLC T-Online, variousHolland 1483

87Information87section213456789101112Caution: Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation. The radiated output power of this device is far below the FCC rad

7Connecting your Router7section213456789101112Connecting your Computers 1. Power off your computers and networking equipment. 2. Connect your comput

8988Information8988Information • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the distance between the equipment and the receiver.

89Information89section213456789101112Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyBelkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in m

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