Belkin F5D6130 User Manual

User ManualF5D6130Wireless NetworkAccess PointP74341_F5D6130_v2K_man.qxd 9/16/03 10:05 AM Page 2

QUICK SETUP8The AP is configured at the factory to operate correctly out-of-the-box. Simplyconnecting the AP to your existing network will instantly a

QUICK SETUP9Step 2: Install the Discovery WizardThe Discovery Wizard is a convenient tool for locating and connecting to yourAP. The Discovery Wizard

10QUICK SETUP4. The software installation Wizard will start. Click “Next” on the first screen.5. Accept the user agreement and click “Next” while foll

1. After you have installed the Discovery Wizard, you will see anicon on the desktop. Double-click the icon to start the Wizard. 2. When you start the

12USING THE DISCOVERY WIZARD TO CONFIGURE THE AP5. You will see the AP’s login page in your browser window. The AP ships withno password entered. In t

13USING THE DISCOVERY WIZARD TO CONFIGURE THE APUnderstanding the Access Point User InterfaceThe home page is the first page you will see when you acc

14USING THE DISCOVERY WIZARD TO CONFIGURE THE AP(4) Login/Logout ButtonThis button enables you to log in and out of the AP with the press of onebutton

15CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSThe Wireless tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. Fromthis tab you can make changes

16CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSChanging the Wireless ChannelAuto: There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In theUnit

17CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSChanging the Wireless Network Name (SSID)To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service

TABLE OF CONTENTSIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1Key Features . . . . . . . . . .

18CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSSetting WEP Encryption using a PassphraseNote to Mac users: The Passphrase option will not operate with App

19CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSSetting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal KeyA hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters fr

20CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS2. If using 64-bit encryption, there will be four key fields. If using 128-bitencryption, there will be one

21CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSClient ListYou can view a list of clients that are currently associated with the AP usingthe Client List fe

22CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSRestarting the AP to Restore Normal Operation1. Click the “Restart AP” button.2. The following message will

23CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button.2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”.3. The following me

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS241. Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.2. A window will open that allows

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS253. When the save is complete, you will see the window below. Click “Close”.Restoring a Previous Configurati

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS262. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”.3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS27Updating the AP’s Firmware1. In the “Firmware Update” page, click “Browse” (1). A window will openthat allo

INTRODUCTION1Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Network Access Point (AP) andwelcome to the world of wireless networking. Now you can take a

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS283. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of thefirmware file you just selected.

CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS29Setting or Changing the Administrator Password The AP ships with NO password entered. If you wish to add a

30TROUBLESHOOTINGYou can find technical support information at www.belkin.com/networking orwww.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want t

31INFORMATIONFCC StatementDECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITYWe, Belkin Corporation, of 501 West Walnut Street,

32INFORMATIONCanada-Industry Canada (IC)The wireless radio of this device complies with RSS 139 & RSS 210 Industry Canada. This Class Bdigital co

33INFORMATIONBelkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product WarrantyBelkin Corporation warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship

Belkin Corporation501 West Walnut StreetCompton • CA • 90220 • USATel: 310.898.1100Fax: 310.898.1111Belkin Components, Ltd.Express Business Park • Shi

INTRODUCTION2Key FeaturesWide Area Coverage at High SpeedsThe Belkin AP provides coverage over an indoor area up to 300 feet in radius,and outdoor are

INTRODUCTION3Package Contents• Belkin Wireless Network Access Point•Power Supply•Software CD•User Manual• Registration CardOptional Management Softwar

INTRODUCTION4SpecificationsStandards:IEEE 802.3 10Base-T Ethernet/100 Base-Tx EthernetIEEE 802.11bWireless:Radio Technology: Direct Sequence Spread Sp

KNOWING YOUR ACCESS POINT5The AP has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically or horizontally,or it may be mounted to a wall. The slim desig

KNOWING YOUR ACCESS POINT6Power JackConnect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack.RJ45 Ethernet JackConnect an Ethernet cable to this socket, a

Proper placement of your AP is important to ensure the best performance ofyour wireless network. Indoors, your Wireless Access Point can typicallyprov