Belkin F5D7233 user manual Introduction, Advantages of a Wireless Network

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Travel Router (the Router). 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 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 Easy Installation Wizard 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 let 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

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Contents Travel Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkWireless Router Placement Important Factors for Placement and SetupChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceCordless Phones Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Introduction Product Overview Universal Plug-and-Play UPnP Compatibility Integrated 10/100 4-Port SwitchBuilt-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Dhcp Easy Install WizardMAC Address Filtering Product OverviewPackage Contents Knowing your RouterSystem Requirements Knowing your Router Bottom Reset Button Installation Modes Connecting and Configuring your RouterImportant for Hotel Users Do not Connect the Router AT this TimeConnect Connecting the Router’s Cables Connecting and Configuring your RouterConfigure Hotel Users Configuration for Hotel Connections Connect Connecting the Cables Adapter Mode Installation Mode Selecting Adapter ModeConfigure Configuration for Adapter Mode Connecting and Configuring your Router Configure Logging into the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceLogging out of the Router Home Button Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceInternet Status Indicator Quick-Navigation LinksInternet Settings Login/Logout ButtonLAN Settings FeaturesChange WAN MAC Address Host NameIP Address Subnet MaskISP Gateway Address Your connection type is PPPoE if Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoEMTU PasswordService Name User NameUser ID Default GatewayIdle Time Out Pptp Default GatewayConfiguring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC Address Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS SettingsEntering a Specific MAC Address Cloning your MAC AddressViewing LAN Settings Changing LAN Settings Local Domain Name Dhcp ServerIP Pool Lease TimeViewing the Dhcp Client List Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Configuring the Wireless Network SettingsSecuring your Wi-Fi Network WEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyBit WEP Encryption Keys WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access Sharing the Same Network Keys Using a Hexadecimal Key Bit WEP Encryption WEP SetupUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Security Settings WPA SetupWPA/WPA2 Setup Setting WPA-PSK no server Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WPA-PSK Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Utilities Tab Restarting the Router Restarting the Router to Restore Normal OperationRestoring Factory Default Settings Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Searching for a New Version of Firmware Updating the FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Firmware update is complete Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Using the Access Point Mode Using the Adapter Mode Using the Adapter Mode Logging Out of the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Login Time-OutVersion Information Wireless ConnectionUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Status Quick-Navigation LinksBSSID/MAC Address Connect to a Wireless NetworkSignal Strength Site Survey List ScanFirmware Update Browse Restore Factory DefaultsSave Backup Settings Restore Previous SettingsTroubleshooting ProblemSolution Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Technical Support FCC Statement InformationModifications Information Belkin B.V