Belkin Range Extender/ Access Point manual Configure, Running the Easy Install Wizard Software

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Configuring the WURE

2. Install

Running the Easy Install Wizard Software

2.1Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection- sharing software on your computer.

2.2Insert the Wireless Range Extender Management Utility software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Utility wizard will automatically appear within 15 seconds.

NOTE: If the Utility wizard does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “Setup.exe” on the CD-ROM.

2.3You will now see the first of a series of progress screens that will install the Wireless Range Extender Management Utility. It is recommended to take the default settings.

2.4Once installation is complete, you may run the Utility pro- gram by double-clicking the shortcut icon.

NOTE: Both your PC and WURE must be wired into your network for this Utility to work.

3. Configure

Running the Wireless Range Extender Management Utility

3.1To start your Wireless Range Extender Management Utility, double-click the “Belkin Range Extender Utility” icon. You will see the following screen.

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Contents Range Extender Access Point Increase your wireless coverage Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionWireless Router or Access Point Placement IntroductionCordless Phone Placement Choose the quietest channel for your wireless networkAvoid Obstacles and Interference Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Power LED Wireless LEDOverview Front PanelOverview Package Contents SpecificationsSystem Requirements Configuring the Wure Configuring as a Wireless Access Point ConnectConnecting as a Wireless Access Point Install ConfigureRunning the Easy Install Wizard Software Running the Wireless Range Extender Management UtilityConfiguring the Wure Advanced Configuration Connecting the Wure Configuring with One-Touch SetupRepositioning the Wure in a Weak Signal Area or Dead Spot RepositionUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XPUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Logging into the WureUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Logging out of the WureUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Quick Navigation LinksLogin/Logout Button LAN SettingsFeatures Home ButtonWireless Basic Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidUsing the Wireless Mode Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode Repeater Mode Status of your connection will show in the Status box Securing your Wi-FiNetwork NameWEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Bit WEPEncryption Keys WPA Wi-Fi Protected Access Sharing the Same Network KeysUsing a Hexadecimal Key WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionFor instance AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key WPA Setup Changing the Wireless Security SettingsSetting WPA-Personal PSK Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA2-Personal AES Setting MAC Address Filtering To Enable an Allow ListTo Enable a Deny List MAC Address ControlChanging System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordRestoring Factory Default Settings Saving a Current Configuration Changing System Settings Configuration is now savedRestoring a Previous Configuration Updating Firmware Checking for a New Version of FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the WURE’s Firmware Changing System Settings Troubleshooting ProblemSolution Section Troubleshooting How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Troubleshooting Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Troubleshooting Supported Operating Systems Enabling WPA-PSK no serverTroubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Technical SupportInformation Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICEurope-European Union Notice Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Information