Belkin Range Extender/ Access Point manual Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

The most convenient way to access the WURE’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface is to connect the unit to the wireless router through the included cable. Once you finish configuring the device, you can disconnect the cable.

 

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If you wish to connect a computer directly to the WURE to configure it, you must set your client to match the settings of the WURE before you can access the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. Perform the following steps from the computer from which you wish to configure your WURE.

Note: You must undo these steps once you have completed configuring your WURE.

Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP

1.Go to the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the “Network” icon or the “Network Connections” icon.

2.Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” for your wireless adapter and select “Properties”.

3.In the “General” tab, select the Internet Protocol TCP/IP settings for your wireless adapter and click on the “Properties” button.

4.Select the “Use the following IP address” radio button.

5.Enter an IP address in the same subnet as the WURE. For example, 192.168.2.200.

6.Enter the following subnet mask: 255.255.255.0. Then click “OK”.

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Contents Range Extender Access Point Increase your wireless coverage Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction Wireless Router or Access Point PlacementAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phone PlacementChoose the quietest channel for your wireless network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Wireless LED Power LEDOverview Front PanelOverview System Requirements Package ContentsSpecifications Connecting as a Wireless Access Point Configuring the WureConfiguring as a Wireless Access Point Connect Configure InstallRunning the Easy Install Wizard Software Running the Wireless Range Extender Management UtilityConfiguring the Wure Advanced Configuration Configuring with One-Touch Setup Connecting the WureReposition Repositioning the Wure in a Weak Signal Area or Dead SpotWindows 98SE, Me, 2000, and XP Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceLogging into the Wure Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceLogging out of the Wure Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Quick Navigation LinksLAN Settings Login/Logout ButtonFeatures Home ButtonChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Wireless BasicUsing the Wireless Mode Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode Repeater Mode Status of your connection will show in the Status box Name Securing your Wi-FiNetworkEncryption Keys WEP Wired Equivalent PrivacyBit WEP Sharing the Same Network Keys WPA Wi-Fi Protected AccessUsing a Hexadecimal Key For instance AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key WEP SetupBit WEP Encryption C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Setting WPA-Personal PSK WPA SetupChanging the Wireless Security Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting WPA2-Personal AES To Enable an Allow List Setting MAC Address FilteringTo Enable a Deny List MAC Address ControlRestoring Factory Default Settings Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Saving a Current Configuration Configuration is now saved Changing System SettingsRestoring a Previous Configuration Checking for a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the WURE’s Firmware Changing System Settings Solution TroubleshootingProblem Section Troubleshooting How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Troubleshooting Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK no server Supported Operating SystemsTroubleshooting Technical Support Wireless Comparison ChartFederal Communications Commission Notice InformationEurope-European Union Notice ModificationsCanada-Industry Canada IC Information Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty