Belkin PM01218ea F5D7634-4 user manual Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G Wireless Modem Router (the Router). In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers with your new Router. The following is a list of features that make your Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to Appendix B entitled “Important Factors for Placement and Setup”.

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Contents Wireless Modem Router Table of Contents Introduction Introduction Product FeaturesUniversal Plug-and-Play UPnP Compatibility NAT IP Address SharingSPI Firewall MAC Address FilteringBenefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Wireless NetworkSystem Requirements Package ContentsSetup Assistant Software System Requirements Make Sure You Have the FollowingMake Sure You Have the Following Internet Connection SettingsKnowing your Router LED IndicatorsPower Green WirelessKnowing your Router InternetRear Panel Power Plug Reset ButtonResetting the Router Restoring the Factory DefaultsSetup Assistant Hardware Connections Connecting and Configuring your RouterConnecting and Configuring your Router Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router Connecting and Configuring your RouterSet Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Confirmation Screen Select CountryProgress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Configuring the RouterChecking Internet Connection Congratulations Troubleshooting Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers Manually Configuring your Router Using Web-Based ManagerUnderstanding the Web-Based User Interface Manually Configuring your Router Version Info LAN SettingsFeatures Internet SettingsChanging LAN Settings Local Domain Name Subnet MaskDhcp Server Lease TimeDhcp Client List Internet WANConnection Type Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP IPoA Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic IP 1483 BridgedDNS Domain Name Server Settings Manually Configuring your Router Wireless Channel and Ssid Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidUsing the Essid Broadcast Feature 11b-Only Mode Using the Wireless Mode SwitchMixed 11b+11g Mode 11g-Only ModeEncryption/Security Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkWired Equivalent Privacy WEP Bit WEPEncryption Keys WPA-PSK no server WPA with 802.1x radius serverWPA2 Requirements Sharing the Same Network Keys Using a Hexadecimal KeyChanging the Wireless Security Settings WEP SetupSetting WPA/WPA2-PSK no server WPA SetupWireless Range Extension and Bridging What is a Wireless Bridge?Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly Manually Configuring your Router Virtual Servers FirewallChoosing an Application Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerClient IP Filters Access ControlURL Blocking Schedule Rule Setting MAC-Address Filtering Blocking an Icmp Ping DMZ Demilitarized ZoneRestart Router Restarting the Router to Restore Normal OperationRestore Factory Defaults UtilitiesSaving/Backing up Current Settings Restore Previous Settings Checking for a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware Updating the Router’s Firmware Setting the Time and Time Zone System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing the Login Time-Out SettingEnabling Remote Management Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually Configuring Network Adapters Setting up your ComputersWindows XP, 2000, or NT Windows 98SE or Me Manually Configuring Network AdaptersMac OS up to Select Network 1 from the System Preferences menu Manually Configuring Network Adapters Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsTroubleshooting ProblemSolution Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Do Belkin products support WPA? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK no server Technical-Support Information Belkin Wireless Comparison ChartAppendixes Appendix a GlossaryIP Address Your connection type is PPPoE if AppendixesPPPoE PPPoAApplication Gateways Essid BroadcastMAC-Address Filtering Virtual Servers URL BlockingDMZ Time and Time Zone Remote ManagementUPnP Appendix B Important Factors for Placement and Setup Wireless Router or Access Point PlacementAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL F5D7634uk4A InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeTechnical Support InformationCanada-Industry Canada IC Modifications Europe-European Union NoticeRestricted Use in Certain Countries How to get service What this warranty coversWhat will we do to correct problems? What is not covered by this warranty?How state law relates to the warranty