Belkin F5D7234-4-H Knowing your Router, Internet Status, Modem Status, Router/Power Status

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A. Internet Status

This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet. When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet. When the light is blinking amber, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your Router’s connection.

Off

Router is NOT connected to

the Internet

 

 

 

Blinking Green

Router is attempting to connect

to the Internet

 

 

 

Solid Green

Router is connected to

the Internet

 

 

 

B. Modem Status

This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected.

Off

Router is NOT connected to

modem

 

 

 

Blinking Green

Router is connecting to the ISP

 

 

Solid Green

Router is connected to modem

and functioning properly

 

 

 

C. Router/Power Status

When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use.

Off

Router is off

 

 

Blinking Green

Router is booting up

 

 

Solid Green

Router is on and ready

 

 

D. Wired-Computer Status

 

 

 

Off

Wired computer is not present

 

 

Solid Green

Wired computer is connected to

the Router

 

 

 

Blinking Green

Data is transmitting between the

Router and wired computer(s)

 

 

 

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Contents Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkBenefits of a Home Network Wireless Router Placement Placement of your Router for Optimal PerformanceImportant Factors for Placement and Setup IntroductionChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Cordless PhonesSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features Product OverviewProduct Overview Knowing your Router Package ContentsSetup Assistant Software System Requirements System RequirementsKnowing your Router Router/Power StatusWired-Computer Status Internet StatusWireless Security Wireless-Computer StatusWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS button Connection to Modem Yellow Setup Assistant Connecting and Configuring your RouterModem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your Router Connecting and Configuring your Router Select Country Confirmation Screen Progress Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Configuring the Router Checking Internet Connection Congratulations Troubleshooting Optional Assistance Connecting Other ComputersSet Up Wireless Security Run the Security Assistant Software Progress Screen Picking the Security Type Creating a Network Key Transferring the Key Verifying the Connection Congratulations Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method Logging into the Router Logging out of the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Quick-Navigation Links Internet Status IndicatorLogin/Logout Button Home ButtonInternet WAN Settings LAN SettingsName Features Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address Subnet Mask IP AddressProvided by your ISP. Enter your IP address here ISP Gateway AddressSetting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Your connection type is PPPoE ifUser Name PasswordService Name MTUAlternate Setup Method User ID Default GatewayGet IP by Dhcp Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Cloning your MAC Address Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC AddressEntering a Specific MAC Address Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceViewing the LAN Settings Lease Time IP AddressDhcp Server Local Domain NameConfiguring the Wireless Network Settings Viewing the Dhcp Client ListChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Ssid Broadcast Feature Using the Wireless Mode Switch11b Only Mode Mixed 11b+11g Mode11g Only Mode When to Use 11b Only ModeChanging the Wireless Channel Protected Mode Switch Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Securing your Wi-FiNetworkBit WEP Wi-Fi Protected Access WPA Encryption KeysUsing a Hexadecimal Key Sharing the Same Network KeysWEP Setup Bit WEP Encryption AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP keyC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Changing the Wireless Security Settings Using Wi-Fi Protected SetupWPA Setup Setting WPA/WPA2 Guest Access Optional Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Access Point Mode Configuring the Firewall Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerSetting Client IP Filters Setting MAC Address Filtering Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientUtilities Tab WAN Ping BlockingRestoring Factory Default Settings Restarting the RouterSaving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Updating the Firmware Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing the Login Time-Out SettingSetting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Enabling/Disabling UPnPManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or MeManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Recommended Web Browser Settings Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherRecommended Web Browser Settings Netscape Navigator 4.0 or HigherProblem TroubleshootingSolution Troubleshooting Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate How do I extend the range of my wireless network? C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key For example C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK no server Wireless Comparison Chart MimoCountry Number Internet adress F5D7234-4 InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeEurope-European Union Notice InformationModifications Canada-Industry Canada IC101 Belkin International, Inc., Lifetime Product Warranty How state law relates to the warranty 103