Belkin F5D7632UK4 user manual Essid Broadcast, Encryption, Application Gateways

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ESSID Broadcast

Many wireless network adapters currently on the market possess a feature known as site survey. It scans the air for any available network and allows each computer to automatically select a network from the survey. This occurs if the computer’s SSID is set to “ANY”. Your Belkin Router can block this random search for a network. If you disable the “ESSID Broadcast” feature, the only way a computer can join your network is by its SSID being set to the specific name of the network (like WLAN). Be sure that you know your SSID (network name) before enabling this feature. It is possible to make your wireless network nearly invisible. By turning off the broadcast of the SSID, your network will not appear in a site survey. Obviously, turning off the broadcast feature of the SSID helps increase security.

Encryption

Setting encryption can help keep your network secure. The Router uses Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) encryption to protect your data and features two rates of encryption: 64-bit and 128-bit. Encryption works on a system of keys. The key on the computer must match the key on the Router, and there are two ways to make a key. The easiest is to let the Router’s software convert a passphrase you’ve created into a key. The advanced method is to enter the keys manually.

Application Gateways

Application gateways let you specify specific ports to be open for specific applications to work properly with the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature of the Router. A list of popular applications has been included. You can select an application from the popular choices included in the drop-down list. Your selections will be programmed into the Router. From the drop-down list, select the row that you want to copy the settings from, and the row you want to copy to, and then click “Copy To”. The settings will be transferred to the row you specified. Click “Apply Changes” to save the setting for that application. If your application is not here, you will need to check with the application vendor to determine which ports need to be configured. You can manually input this port information into the Router.

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Contents Adsl Modem with Wireless G Router Table of Contents Introduction Product FeaturesSPI Firewall Integrated 802.11g Wireless Access PointBuilt-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Dhcp NAT IP Address SharingBenefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Belkin Wireless NetworkSystem Requirements Package ContentsInternet Connection Settings Make Sure You Have the FollowingKnowing your Router LED IndicatorsFront Panel USB Rear PanelPWR LANResetting the Router Reset ButtonRestoring the Factory Defaults Positioning your Router Connecting your RouterConnecting your Computers Connecting your Adsl Line Connecting your RouterSection Powering up your Router USB Driver Installation Connecting your Router Understanding the Web-Based User Interface Manually Configuring your RouterUsing Web-Based Manager Setup WizardHelp Button Login/Logout ButtonQuick-Navigation Links Home ButtonInternet Settings Internet Status IndicatorLAN Settings FeaturesLAN Settings IP Address Changing LAN SettingsSubnet Mask Local Domain Name Dhcp ServerIP Pool Lease TimeInternet WAN Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoAManually Configuring your Router Setting your ISP Connection Type to Network Bridging Advanced Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA Manually Configuring your Router Routing Settings WirelessChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Changing the Wireless ChannelChannel and Ssid Using the Wireless Mode Switch Setting WEP Encryption Changing the Wireless Security SettingsSecurity Hex Hexadecimal Key Setting WPA SecuritySetting WPA-PSK no server Setting WPA with server Settings MAC Address Filtering Policy FirewallVirtual Servers Manually Configuring your Router Access Control Manually Configuring your Router Web Filtering Schedule Rule MAC Address Filtering DMZ is not protected from hacker attacks DMZ Demilitarized ZoneUtilities Security LogRestart Router Saving/Backup Current Settings Restore Factory DefaultsFirmware Update Restore Previous SettingsRemote Management Updating the Router’s FirmwareSetting or Changing the Administrator Password System SettingsChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Enabling/Disabling UPnP Setting the Time and Time ZoneStatus Overview Connection Status Internet ConnectionPing Test Traffic Counter Setting Up your Computers Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Setting Up your ComputersManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to Setting Up your Computers Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS Setting Up your Computers Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Problem TroubleshootingSolution Troubleshooting Section Troubleshooting How do I extend the range of my wireless network? C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK no server Supported Operating Systems802.11b 802.11g 802.11a Belkin Pre-N Wireless Comparison ChartTechnical Support Technical Support InformationAppendix a Glossary AppendixesPPPoE Disconnect after PPPoAChannel and Ssid Encryption Essid BroadcastApplication Gateways URL Blocking Schedule Rule Client IP FiltersDMZ Administrator PasswordUPnP Time and Time ZoneWireless Router or Access Point Placement Appendix B Important Factors for Placement and SetupCordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Appendix C Internet Connection Setting TableVPI/VCI FCC Statement InformationInformation Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty Adsl Modem with Wireless G Router