Belkin F5D8231-4 user manual Connecting and Configuring your Router, Modem Requirements

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Connecting and Configuring your Router

Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:

•Belkin N1 Wireless Router

•RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable

•Power Supply

•Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD

•User Manual

•Network Status Display Guide

•Wireless Security Setup Guide

Modem Requirements

Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.

Ethernet USB

Setup Assistant

Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000 or XP computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 2000 or XP, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.

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Contents N1 Wireless Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkRevolutionary N1 Wireless Technology with Mimo N1 Mimo Router Placement Placement of your N1 Wireless RouterImportant Factors for Placement and Setup Cordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkAvoid Obstacles and Interference Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Introduction Product Overview Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Dhcp Integrated 10/100 4-Port SwitchSetup Assistant Universal Plug and Play UPnPMAC Address Filtering Integrated N1 Wireless Access PointSetup Assistant Software System Requirements Package ContentsKnowing your Router System RequirementsWired-Computer Status Wireless SecurityWireless-Computer Status Wireless Status Router/Power StatusModem Status Internet StatusConnection to Modem Yellow Connections to Wired Computers GrayResetting the Router Reset ButtonIi. Restoring the Factory Defaults Power Jack BlackModem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your RouterEthernet USB Setup Assistant Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide QIG Step Set Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Connecting and Configuring your RouterProgress Screen Checking SettingsConfirmation Screen Connecting and Configuring your Router Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Troubleshooting Connecting and Configuring your Router Alternate Setup Method Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Logging into the RouterLogging out of the Router Home Button Internet-Status IndicatorQuick-Navigation Links LAN Settings Login/Logout ButtonFeatures Internet SettingsAlternate Setup Method Setting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address Host NameSubnet Mask IP AddressISP Gateway Address My ISP Provides More Than One Static IP AddressSetting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Service Name PasswordUser Name MTUService IP Address Pptp PasswordPptp Account My IP AddressConnection ID optional My Subnet MaskSelect your State Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings User Decide Login Server ManuallyEntering 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 InterfaceIP Pool Dhcp ServerLease Time Local Domain NameViewing the Dhcp Client List Configuring the Wireless Network SettingsChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Wireless Mode Switch Changing the Wireless Channel20MHz only Using the Bandwidth Switch40MHz only 20MHz/40MHz AutoChanging the Wireless Security Settings Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode SwitchWPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WPA Security Setting WPA-PSK Setting WEP Encryption Using a Hexadecimal Key Using the Access Point Mode Setting MAC Address Control Setting up a Deny Access List Setting up an Allow Access ListConfiguring the Firewall Choosing an Application Configuring Internal Forwarding SettingsManually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server Setting Client IP Filters Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client Using Dynamic DNSBlocking an Icmp Ping UtilitiesRestarting 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 Changing the Login Time-Out Setting Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Enabling Remote Management Setting the Time and Time ZoneEnabling/Disabling NAT Network Address Translation Enabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware UpdateManually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS Manually Configuring Network SettingsSection Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Setup Assistant cannot find my Router TroubleshootingSetup Assistant CD does not automatically start Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Section Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Troubleshooting C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting XP WPA Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart US 877-736-5771 or 310-898-1100 ext Technical SupportFederal Communications Commission Notice InformationCanada-Industry Canada IC ModificationsWhat is not covered by this warranty? What will we do to correct problems?How to get service What the period of coverage isHow state law relates to the warranty Belkin Corporation Belkin Tech SupportBelkin B.V