Belkin F5D8235-4 user manual Product Overview

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Product Overview

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Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

UPnP is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant..

Support for VPN Pass-Through

If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the Router and to your office network..

Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)

Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) on-board makes for the easiest possible connection of a network.. The DHCP server will assign IP addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated networking setup..

Setup Assistant

The Setup Assistant, second generation of Belkin’s renowned Easy Install Wizard, takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router.. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP).. In a matter of minutes, your Router will be up and running on the Internet..

NOTE: Setup Assistant software is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, and Vista; and Mac OS X v10..x.. If you are using another operating system, the Router can be set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual (see page 22)..

Integrated N+ Wireless Access Point

N MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE 802..11n specification.. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 300Mbps..* Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will vary depending on your networking environment..

*NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical data rate.. Actual data throughput will be lower..

MAC Address Filtering

For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed access to your network.. Every computer has its own MAC address.. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface and you can control access to your network..

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Contents + Wireless Router Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionPlacement of your N+ Wireless Router Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with Mimo N MimoImportant Factors for Placement and Setup IntroductionCordless Phones Router PlacementAvoid Obstacles and Interference Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLProduct Features Product OverviewProduct Overview System Requirements Package ContentsKnowing your Router Knowing your Router Router/Power Status Wireless StatusModem Status Internet StatusConnections to Wired Computers Reset ButtonResetting the Router Ii. Restoring the Factory DefaultsConnecting and Configuring your Router Modem RequirementsConnecting and Configuring your Router Hardware ConnectionsSet Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Select Country Confirmation ScreenProgress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Configuring the Router Requesting Internet Account Info if neededChecking Internet Connection Congratulations Troubleshooting Optional Assistance Connecting Other ComputersCongratulations Storage Manager Connecting and Configuring your Router Alternate Setup Method Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation GuideLogging into the Router Logging out of the RouterAlternate Setup Method Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceInternet-Status Indicator Home ButtonHelp Button LanguageLAN Settings Wlan SettingsInternet Settings Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Host Name Change WAN MAC AddressISP Gateway Address IP AddressSubnet Mask Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE PasswordService Name User NameAlternate Setup Method Pptp Password Service IP AddressDefault Gateway Pptp AccountUser Decide Login Server Manually Select your StateSetting 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 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface IP PoolDhcp Server Lease TimeViewing the Dhcp Client List Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidChanging the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode SwitchExtension Channel OffUsing the Bandwidth Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid FeatureProtected Mode Switch 802.11e/WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia QoSChanging the Wireless Security Settings Using Wi-Fi Protected SetupRouter PIN Push Button Configuration PBC MethodManual Configuration Method Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WEP Encryption Using a Hexadecimal KeySecurity 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 Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientUtilities Blocking an Icmp PingSecurity Log Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Updating the Firmware Checking for a New Version of FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time ZoneEnabling Remote Management Enabling/Disabling UPnPEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OSManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me Recommended Web Browser Settings Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherRecommended Web Browser Settings Netscape Navigator 4.0 or HigherSetup Assistant cannot find my Router TroubleshootingSetup Assistant CD does not automatically start Troubleshooting Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the InternetCan’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?FCC Statement InformationTechnical Support Information Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICInformation Belkin International, Inc., Limited 1-Year Product Warranty How state law relates to the warranty Belkin Tech Support