Belkin F5D8236-4, PM01122 user manual Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

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Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Advantages of a Wireless Network

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Placement of your N Wireless Router

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Product Overview � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Product Features

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Knowing your Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Package Contents

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System Requirements

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Setup Assistant Software System Requirements

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Connecting and Configuring your Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Alternate Setup Method � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface � � � � � � � � � � � �

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Changing LAN Settings

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Viewing the DHCP Client List Page

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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings

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Setting WPA Security

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Setting WEP Encryption

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Using the Access Point Mode

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Setting MAC Address Control

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Configuring the Firewall

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Using Dynamic DNS

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Utilities

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Restarting the Router

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Updating the Firmware

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7 Manually Configuring Network Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �64

8 Recommended Web Browser Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �69 9 Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 71 10 Information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �83

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Contents Wireless Router Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionRevolutionary N Wireless Technology with Mimo N Mimo IntroductionRouter Placement Avoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless PhonesChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLProduct Features Product OverviewProduct Overview Knowing your Router Package ContentsSetup Assistant Software System Requirements System RequirementsKnowing your Router Modem Status Internet StatusPower Jack Black Reset Button RedResetting the Router Connection to Modem YellowModem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your RouterSetup Assistant Ethernet USB Connecting and Configuring your Router Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide QIGSet Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Confirmation Screen Progress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if neededConfiguring the Router Checking Internet Connection Congratulations Troubleshooting Connecting and Configuring your Router Logging into the Router Alternate Setup MethodHardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Alternate Setup MethodLogging out of the Router LAN Settings Login/Logout ButtonInternet-Status Indicators Quick-Navigation LinksName Internet SettingsFeatures Change WAN MAC Address Setting your Connection TypeHost Name Subnet Mask Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoEIP Address ISP Gateway AddressUser Name PasswordService Name MTUPptp Account Pptp PasswordService IP Address Get IP by DhcpDisconnect after X… Cloning your MAC Address Entering a Specific 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 Local Domain Name Viewing the Dhcp Client ListLease Time Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidExtension Channel Off Changing the Wireless Channel802.11n only Using the Wireless Mode Switch 802.11g only20MHz/40MHz Auto Using the Bandwidth Switch20MHz only Protected Mode Switch Changing the Wireless Security SettingsUsing Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WPA Security Setting WPA-PSKSetting WEP Encryption Using the Access Point Mode Using a Hexadecimal KeySetting MAC Address Control Setting up an Allow Access ListConfiguring the Firewall Setting up a Deny Access ListConfiguring Internal Forwarding Settings Choosing an Application Setting Client IP Filters Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerEnabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientUtilities Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Updating the Router’s Firmware Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Login Time-Out Setting Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Setting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Enabling/Disabling UPnPManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up toManually 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 InternetTroubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n? Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart Technical SupportF5D8236-4v1 InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeInformation Canada-Industry Canada ICBelkin International, Inc., Limited 1-Year Product Warranty How state law relates to the warranty