Belkin F6D6230XX4 user manual Product Overview, Product Features

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Product Features

In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers.. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin N+ Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network..

Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers

The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® 8..x, 9..x, X v10..x, Linux®, Windows® 98, Me, NT®, 2000, XP, Vista™, Windows 7 and others.. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet)..

Simultaneous Dual-Band Networks

Two separate networks with one in the 2..4GHz band and one in the 5GHz band.. Increased bandwidth allows you to connect more devices on your network with less interference..

USB Port for External Storage Devices

The Router includes a USB port in the back panel for one storage device (flash drive or external hard drive).. You can now have network-attached storage capabilities without having to purchase an expensive NAS..

UPnP AV MediaServer

operation.. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to the Internet.. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and status-monitoring procedures..

Web-Based Advanced User Interface

You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web browser, without having to install additional software onto the computer.. There are no disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make changes and perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily..

NAT IP Address Sharing

Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost of adding additional IP addresses to your Internet service account..

SPI Firewall

Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP Null Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and fragment flooding..

Easily share the media contents, such as photographs, movies, or music, stored in your USB storage device with other digital media players, such as Microsoft® Xbox®, Sony® PS3™, etc.., that support the UPnP protocols..

Patent-Pending Network Status Display

Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in

Integrated 10/100/1000 4-Port Switch

The Router has a built-in, Gigabit Ethernet, four-port network switch to allow your wired computers to share data, MP3 files, digital photos, and much more.. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices.. The switch will transfer data between computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources..

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Contents Double N+ Wireless Router Table of Contents Sections IntroductionIntroduction Advantages of Double N+ Wireless NetworksPlacement of your Double N+ Wireless Router Important Factors for Placement and SetupAvoid Obstacles and Interference Router PlacementCordless Phones Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkProduct Overview Product FeaturesProduct Overview Knowing your Router Package ContentsSystem Requirements Knowing your Router Internet Status Router/Power StatusWireless Status Modem StatusIi. Restoring the Factory Defaults Connections to Wired ComputersReset Button Resetting the RouterModem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your RouterHardware Connections Connecting and Configuring your RouterSet Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Confirmation Screen Select CountryProgress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Configuring the RouterChecking Internet Connection Congratulations Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers Congratulations Storage Manager Connecting and Configuring your Router Logging out of the Router Alternate Setup MethodHardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide Logging into the RouterUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Alternate Setup MethodHome Button Login/Logout ButtonInternet-Status Indicator Quick-Navigation LinksRouter Status LAN Settings Internet SettingsWlan Settings Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address Host NameSubnet Mask IP AddressISP Gateway Address User Name Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoEPassword Service NameAlternate Setup Method Pptp Account Pptp PasswordService IP Address Default GatewayAlternate Setup Method Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Cloning your MAC Address Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC AddressEntering a Specific MAC Address Changing LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceViewing the LAN Settings Lease Time Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceIP Pool Dhcp ServerViewing the Dhcp Client List Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Configuring the Wireless Network Settings802.11b&802.11g&802.11n Changing the Wireless ChannelUsing the Wireless Mode Switch Extension Channel 802.11b&802.11g802.11n For 5GHz networks 1 Off802.11a 802.11a&802.11n802.11e/WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia QoS Using the Bandwidth SwitchUsing the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode SwitchUsing Wi-Fi Protected Setup Changing the Wireless Security SettingsManual Configuration Method Push Button Configuration PBC MethodRouter PIN Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Using a Hexadecimal Key Setting WEP EncryptionSecurity options for Guest Access Using the Access Point Mode Setting Up an Allow Access List Setting MAC Address ControlSetting Up a Deny Access List Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface BitTorrent QoS UPnP AV MediaServer Configuring the Firewall Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server Configuring Internal Forwarding SettingsChoosing an Application Access Control Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client Using Dynamic DNSSecurity Log Blocking an Icmp PingUtilities 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 Checking for a New Version of Firmware Updating the FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting the Time and Time Zone Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing the Login Time-Out SettingEnabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsSetup Assistant CD does not automatically start TroubleshootingSetup Assistant cannot find my Router Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet TroubleshootingCan’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Belkin Wireless Comparison ChartFCC Statement InformationRestricted Use in Certain Countries Canada-Industry Canada IC InformationFederal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsInformation What the period of coverage is What this warranty coversWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?How state law relates to the warranty Country Number Internet adress Technical Support