Belkin PM00781EA F5D8635-4 user manual Introduction, Advantages of a Wireless Network

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N+ Wireless Modem Router (the Router).. Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize your wireless home network range and performance.. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your N+ Wireless Modem Router” on page 3.. By following our simple setup instructions you will be able to use your Belkin Home Network to:

Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the computers in

Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures

 

your home

Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another

Share a USB storage device (not included) within your network

Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat

 

 

Advantages of a Wireless Network

Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network:

Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer room”— now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range

Easy installation – Belkin’s Easy Installation Wizard makes setup simple

Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other networking devices from anywhere in your home

Easy Expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products let you expand your network to include devices such as printers and gaming consoles

No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office

Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of interoperable networking products..

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Contents + Wireless Modem Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction Revolutionary N+ Wireless Technology with Mimo N MimoAvoid Obstacles and Interference Router PlacementChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Cordless PhonesSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Introduction Product Overview Product Features NAT IP Address SharingProduct Overview Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DhcpSetup Assistant Integrated N+ Wireless Access PointPackage Contents Knowing your RouterSystem Requirements Knowing your Router Internet Connection SettingsBroadband Download Speedometer Wireless SecurityWPS Push Button Wireless-Computer StatusWired-Computer Status Router/Power StatusWireless Status Adsl Line StatusInternet Status USB Port Power Jack BlackReset Button Connections to Wired Computers YellowConnecting and Configuring your Router Connecting and Configuring your Router Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router Select Country Set Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant SoftwareConfirmation Screen Progress Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Naming your Wireless NetworkConfiguring the Router Checking Internet Connection Congratulations Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers Congratulations Set Up Wireless Security Run the Security Assistant SoftwareProgress Screen Picking the Security Type Creating a Network Key Transferring the Key Verifying the Connection Congratulations Storage Manager Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide Alternate Setup MethodAlternate Setup Method Wlan Settings Internet-Status IndicatorLAN Settings Internet SettingsConnection Type Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA For Dynamic IP connection For Static IP connection Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP IPoA Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Viewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Viewing the Dhcp Client List Configuring the Wireless Network SettingsLease Time Local Domain NameExtension Channel Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidChanging the Wireless Channel Using the Wireless Mode Switch802..11g Using the Bandwidth SwitchUsing the Broadcast Ssid Feature 802..11bProtected Mode Switch Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup 802..11e/WMM Wi-FiMultimedia QoSChanging the Wireless Security Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSKSetting WPA-PSK Setting WPA SecurityUsing a Hexadecimal Key Setting WEP EncryptionSecurity options for Guest Access Configuring the Firewall Using the Access Point ModeManually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server Access Control Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Using Dynamic DNS Blocking an Icmp Ping Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientSecurity Log Utilities Restarting the Router Restoring Factory Default Settings Restarting the Router to Restore Normal OperationUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Saving a Current Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Restoring a Previous Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Downloading a New Version of Firmware Checking for a New Version of FirmwareUpdating 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 Remote Management Enabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update ECO Mode Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually 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 SettingsTroubleshooting Setup Assistant CD does not automatically startSetup Assistant cannot find my Router Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting Mimo MRC Wireless Comparison ChartCountry Number Internet Address Technical SupportInformation FCC StatementFederal Communications Commission Notice EU Declaration of Conformity InformationEurope-European Union Notice ModificationsWhat the period of coverage is What will we do to correct problems?What is not covered by this warranty? How to get serviceHow state law relates to the warranty