Belkin PM01110EA user manual Set Up Wireless Security Run the Security Assistant Software

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Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security Assistant Software

Now that your network is set up and working, it is recommended that you turn on wireless security to prevent unauthorized access to your network from neighboring wireless-enabled computers. The Security Assistant will guide you through the process. Click “Security Assistant” and follow the on-screen instructions.

IMPORTANT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from Steps 1.1B and 1.2B.

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Contents Router Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionBenefits 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 IP Address Subnet MaskISP 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 Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC Address Cloning your MAC AddressEntering a Specific MAC Address Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN SettingsViewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface IP PoolViewing the Dhcp Client List Lease TimeLocal 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 Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature QoS Quality of Service ConfigurationProtected Mode Switch Securing your Wi-FiNetwork Wired Equivalent Privacy WEPBit 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 Changing System Settings Setting or Changing the Administrator PasswordChanging 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 HigherTroubleshooting ProblemSolution 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