Belkin PM01110EA user manual Avoid Obstacles and Interference, Cordless Phones

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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference

Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include:

Refrigerators

Washers and/or dryers

Metal cabinets

Large aquariums

Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows

If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your computers and Router).

3. Cordless Phones

If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:

Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and your wireless-enabled computers.

Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s information). If this fixes the problem, your phone may be interfering.

If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network. For example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to channel 11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.

If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz cordless phone.

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Contents Router Table of Contents Benefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction Important Factors for Placement and Setup Placement of your Router for Optimal PerformanceWireless Router Placement IntroductionCordless Phones Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkProduct Overview Product FeaturesProduct Overview Setup Assistant Software System Requirements Package ContentsKnowing your Router System RequirementsKnowing your Router Wireless LED Power LEDKnowing your Router Modem LEDInternet LED Wired LEDs 1 2 3Connections to Computers Wired Computer Ports Gray Power JackReset Button Resetting the RouterSetup Assistant Modem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your RouterHardware Connections Connecting and Configuring your RouterSet Up the Router Run Setup Assistant Software Confirmation Screen Select CountryProgress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Checking Internet Connection Configuring the RouterCongratulations 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 Connect your Router Alternate Setup MethodAlternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method Logging into the Router Logging out of the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Login/Logout Button Internet Status IndicatorQuick-Navigation Links Home ButtonName Features LAN SettingsInternet Settings Version InfoSetting your Connection Type Change WAN MAC Address ISP Gateway Address IP AddressSubnet Mask Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE Service Name Optional PasswordUser Name My Internet IPAlternate Setup Method Service IP Address Pptp PasswordPptp Account Host NameAlternate Setup Method L2TP Account L2TP PasswordSetting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Entering a Specific MAC Address Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC AddressCloning your MAC Address Viewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceChanging LAN Settings IP Pool Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceLocal Domain Name Viewing the Dhcp Client ListLease Time Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Configuring the Wireless Network SettingsB Mode Using the Wireless Mode SwitchOnly Mode Off ModeChanging the Wireless Channel Protected Mode Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid FeatureQoS Quality of Service Configuration Bit WEP Securing your Wi-FiNetworkWired Equivalent Privacy WEP Encryption Keys Wi-Fi Protected Access WPASharing the Same Network Keys Using a Hexadecimal KeyAF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key WEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup Changing the Wireless Security SettingsWPA Setup Guest Access Setting WPA/WPA2Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using the Access Point Mode What is a Wireless Bridge? Wireless Range Extension and BridgingRange Extension Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly`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 Restarting the Router to Restore Normal OperationRestoring 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 Searching for a New Version of Firmware Updating the 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 the Login Time-Out Setting Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password Enabling Remote Management Setting the Time and Time ZoneEnabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware UpdateManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or Me Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X Manually Configuring Network Settings Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsSolution TroubleshootingProblem 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 FCC Statement InformationF5D7234-4 Federal Communications Commission NoticeModifications InformationCanada-Industry Canada IC IC Radiation Exposure StatementWhat will we do to correct problems? What this warranty coversWhat is not covered by this warranty? What the period of coverage isHow state law relates to the warranty 114 115