Belkin PM01110EA user manual Set Up the Router Run Setup Assistant Software

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Connecting and Configuring your Router

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Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the

Setup Assistant Software

A.Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer.

B.Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds. Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions there.

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from Step 1 – B.

Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup Assistant.

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Contents Router Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Wireless NetworkBenefits of a Home Network Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance Important Factors for Placement and SetupWireless Router Placement IntroductionAvoid Obstacles and Interference Cordless PhonesChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLProduct Features Product OverviewProduct Overview Package Contents Setup Assistant Software System RequirementsKnowing your Router System RequirementsKnowing your Router Power LED Wireless LEDKnowing your Router Modem LEDWired LEDs 1 2 3 Internet LEDPower Jack Connections to Computers Wired Computer Ports GrayReset Button Resetting the RouterConnecting and Configuring your Router Setup Assistant Modem RequirementsConnecting and Configuring your Router Hardware ConnectionsSet Up the Router Run Setup Assistant Software Select Country Confirmation ScreenProgress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Configuring the Router Checking Internet ConnectionCongratulations Troubleshooting Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers Set Up Wireless Security Run the Security Assistant Software Progress Screen Picking the Security Type Creating a Network Key Transferring the Key Verifying the Connection Congratulations Alternate Setup Method Connect your RouterAlternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method Logging into the Router Logging out of the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Internet Status Indicator Login/Logout ButtonQuick-Navigation Links Home ButtonLAN Settings Name FeaturesInternet Settings Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address Subnet Mask IP AddressISP Gateway Address Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Password Service Name OptionalUser Name My Internet IPAlternate Setup Method Pptp Password Service IP AddressPptp Account Host NameAlternate Setup Method L2TP Password L2TP AccountSetting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Cloning your MAC Address Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC AddressEntering a Specific MAC Address Changing LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceViewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface IP PoolLease Time Viewing the Dhcp Client ListLocal Domain Name Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidUsing the Wireless Mode Switch B ModeOnly Mode Off ModeChanging the Wireless Channel QoS Quality of Service Configuration Using the Broadcast Ssid FeatureProtected Mode Switch Wired Equivalent Privacy WEP Securing your Wi-FiNetworkBit WEP Wi-Fi Protected Access WPA Encryption KeysUsing a Hexadecimal Key Sharing the Same Network KeysWEP Setup Bit WEP Encryption AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP keyC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Changing the Wireless Security Settings Using Wi-Fi Protected SetupWPA Setup Setting WPA/WPA2 Guest AccessUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Access Point Mode Wireless Range Extension and Bridging What is a Wireless Bridge?Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly Range Extension`i\c\jjLe`m\ijXc J\i`XcEf1 IXe\ok\e\i Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Firewall Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting MAC Address Filtering Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Ddns Update Client Utilities Tab Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings Using 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 Updating the Firmware Searching for a New Version of 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 Setting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing System SettingsChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Enabling/Disabling UPnPManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or MeManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X Manually Configuring Network Settings Recommended Web Browser Settings Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherRecommended Web Browser Settings Netscape Navigator 4.0 or HigherProblem TroubleshootingSolution Troubleshooting Setup Assistant cannot find my Router Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly 100 Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate 102 C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key For example C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key 105 106 107 Enabling WPA-PSK 109 Information FCC StatementF5D7234-4 Federal Communications Commission NoticeInformation ModificationsCanada-Industry Canada IC IC Radiation Exposure StatementWhat this warranty covers What will we do to correct problems?What is not covered by this warranty? What the period of coverage isHow state law relates to the warranty 114 115