Belkin F5D8235-4 user manual Router Placement, Avoid Obstacles and Interference, Cordless Phones

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1. Router Placement

Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices..

To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients” (i..e.., computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards, Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):

Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling).. If your Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction..

In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to the center of the home as possible.. This may mean placing the Router on an upper floor..

Try not to place the Router near a cordless 2..4GHz phone..

2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens.. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include:

If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your computers and Router)..

3. Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

Try moving cordless phones away from your Router and your wireless-enabled computers..

Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2..4GHz band (check manufacturer’s information).. If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering..

If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network.. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to channel 11.. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions..

If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz cordless phone..

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Contents + Wireless Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkRevolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with Mimo N Mimo Placement of your N+ Wireless RouterImportant Factors for Placement and Setup IntroductionCordless Phones Router PlacementAvoid Obstacles and Interference Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkProduct Overview Product FeaturesProduct Overview System Requirements Package ContentsKnowing your Router Knowing your Router Wireless Status Router/Power StatusModem Status Internet StatusReset Button Connections to Wired ComputersResetting the Router Ii. Restoring the Factory DefaultsModem 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 TroubleshootingCongratulations Storage Manager Connecting and Configuring your Router Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide Alternate Setup MethodLogging into the Router Logging out of the RouterUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Alternate Setup MethodHome Button Internet-Status IndicatorHelp Button LanguageWlan Settings LAN SettingsInternet Settings Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address Host NameISP Gateway Address IP AddressSubnet Mask Password Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoEService Name User NameAlternate Setup Method Service IP Address Pptp PasswordDefault Gateway Pptp AccountSelect your State User Decide Login Server ManuallySetting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Entering a Specific MAC Address Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC AddressCloning your MAC Address Viewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceChanging LAN Settings IP Pool Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceDhcp Server Lease TimeViewing the Dhcp Client List Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Configuring the Wireless Network SettingsUsing the Wireless Mode Switch Changing the Wireless ChannelExtension Channel OffUsing the Broadcast Ssid Feature Using the Bandwidth SwitchProtected Mode Switch 802.11e/WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia QoSUsing Wi-Fi Protected Setup Changing the Wireless Security SettingsRouter PIN Push Button Configuration PBC MethodManual Configuration Method Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Using a Hexadecimal Key Setting WEP EncryptionSecurity options for Guest Access Using the Access Point Mode Configuring the Firewall Choosing an Application Configuring Internal Forwarding SettingsManually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server 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 DNSUtilities Blocking an Icmp PingSecurity Log 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 or Changing the Administrator Password Changing System SettingsChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time ZoneEnabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually 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 cannot find my Router TroubleshootingSetup Assistant CD does not automatically start 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 InformationTechnical Support Federal Communications Commission Notice InformationModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICInformation Belkin International, Inc., Limited 1-Year Product Warranty Belkin Tech Support How state law relates to the warranty