Belkin PM01527ea F5D8636-4 user manual Changing the Wireless Channel

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Changing the Wireless Channel

Depending on local wireless traffic and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability.. The default channel the Router is shipped with is channel 11.. You may choose from several other channels depending on your region (see the section titled “Changing the Wireless Channel” on page 43 for instructions on how to choose other channels)..

Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate

Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability.. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate.. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open “Network Connections” and double-click on your wireless card’s connection.. In the “Properties” dialog, select the “Configure” button on the “General” tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click “Properties”), then choose the “Advanced” tab and select the rate property.. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable.. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet.. For more assistance, see your wireless card’s user manual..

Problem:

How do I extend the range of my wireless network?

Solution:

Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices:

•Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively double the coverage area of your wireless network.. An access point is typically placed in the area not currently covered by your G Wireless Router, and is connected to the Router using either an Ethernet cable or through your home’s power lines using two Powerline Ethernet Adapters..

•For 802..11g (54g™) wireless networks, Belkin offers a Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point that can be connected wirelessly to a Belkin G Wireless Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or Powerline Ethernet Adapters..

These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered from Belkin directly..

For network/range extension information, please visit: www..belkin..com/networking to find out more about:

Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (F5D7130) Powerline Ethernet Adapter (F5D4070)

Powerline USB Adapter (F5D4050)

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Contents Wireless Modem Router Table of Contents Benefits of a Home Network Advantages of a Wireless NetworkIntroduction Introduction Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with Mimo N MimoImportant Factors for Placement and Setup Placement of your N Wireless Modem RouterRouter Placement Avoid Obstacles and InterferenceCordless Phones Choose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless NetworkSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Overview Product FeaturesSetup Assistant Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DhcpIntegrated N Wireless Access Point Product OverviewKnowing your Modem Router Package ContentsInternet Connection Settings Setup Assistant Software System RequirementsKnowing your Modem Router System RequirementsSecurity Wireless-Computer StatusWired-Computer Status Adsl Line Status Router/Power StatusInternet Status WPS Push ButtonReset Button Connections to Wired Computers YellowResetting the Router Ii.. Restoring the Factory DefaultsConnecting and Configuring your Modem Router Hardware Connections Brand-New Setup Connecting and Configuring your Modem RouterReplacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router Select Country Set Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant SoftwareConfirmation Screen Progress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Requesting Internet Account Info if needed Naming your Wireless NetworkConfiguring the Router Checking Internet Connection Congratulations 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 Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide Alternate Setup MethodLogging out of the Router Alternate Setup MethodLogging into the Router Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Internet-Status Indicator Login/Logout ButtonLAN Settings Internet SettingsPPPoE PPPoA Dynamic/Fixed IP 1483 Bridged Static IP IPoA Modem Only Disable Internet SharingAdsl Info Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA Alternate Setup Method For Static IP connection For Dynamic IP connectionSetting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP IPoA Alternate Setup Method Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings Viewing the LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceChanging LAN Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User InterfaceSubnet Mask IP AddressDhcp Server IP PoolTable of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Changing the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Wireless Mode Switch Changing the Wireless ChannelExtension Channel OffUsing the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode Switch Using the Bandwidth Switch802..11e/WMM Wi-Fi Multimedia QoS 20MHz/40MHzChanging the Wireless Security Settings Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WPA-PSK Setting WPA SecuritySetting WEP Encryption Using a Hexadecimal Key Setting up an Allow Access List Setting MAC Address ControlSetting up a Deny Access List Configuring the Firewall Choosing an Application Configuring Internal Forwarding SettingsManually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server Setting Client IP Filters Setting MAC Address Filtering Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client Using Dynamic DNSBlocking an Icmp Ping Utilities Restarting the Router Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Saving a Current Configuration Restoring a Previous Configuration Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Checking 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 Setting or Changing the Administrator Password Changing System SettingsSetting the Time and Time Zone Changing the Login Time-Out SettingEnabling Remote Management Enabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS Manually Configuring Network SettingsManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me Microsoft Internet Explorer 4..0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsNetscape Navigator 4..0 or Higher Recommended Web Browser SettingsSolution TroubleshootingProblem Troubleshooting Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet Troubleshooting Can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly Troubleshooting Limiting the Wireless Transmit Rate Problem C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key For example C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK Supported Operating SystemsMimo N1 Mimo Local rates apply Technical SupportEurope-European Union Notice InformationRestricted Use in Certain Countries Information How state law relates to the warranty
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