Belkin PM01116-A user manual Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

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5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL

Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important. Secure connections include:

Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect remotely to an office network

The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service

Most online banking websites

Many commercial websites that require a user name and password to access your account

Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website.

A second alternative is to change your computer’s power management settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be appropriate for portable computers. To change your power management setting under Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel.

If you continue to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues.

For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at:

US: 877-736-5771

UK: 0845 607 77 87

Australia: 1800 235 546

New Zealand: 0800 235 546

Singapore: 65 64857620

Europe: www.belkin.com/support

G+ Wireless Router

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Contents Wireless Router Table of Contents Advantages of a Wireless Network IntroductionRouter Placement Placement of your G+ Wireless RouterImportant Factors for Placement and Setup IntroductionChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Cordless PhonesSecure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Product Features Product OverviewProduct Overview Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DhcpSetup Assistant Support for VPN Pass-ThroughKnowing your Router Package ContentsSetup Assistant Software System Requirements System RequirementsWired-Computer Status Wireless SecurityWireless-Computer Status Router/Power StatusModem Status Internet StatusResetting the Router Connections to Wired Computers GrayReset Button Red Ii. Restoring the Factory DefaultsConnecting and Configuring your Router Setup Assistant Ethernet USBModem Requirements Connecting and Configuring your Router Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide QIGSet Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software Confirmation Screen Progress Screen Checking Settings Verifying Hardware Connections Naming your Wireless Network Requesting Internet Account Info if neededConfiguring the Router Checking Internet Connection Congratulations Troubleshooting Connecting and Configuring your Router Alternate Setup Method Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation GuideAlternate Setup Method Logging into the Router Logging out of the RouterUnderstanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Quick-Navigation Links Login/Logout ButtonInternet-Status Indicator Home ButtonFeatures LAN SettingsInternet Settings LanguageSetting your Connection Type Host Name Change WAN MAC AddressIP Address Subnet MaskISP Gateway Address Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE User Name PasswordService Name IP Assigned by ISPAlternate Setup Method Pptp Account Pptp PasswordService IP Address Connection ID OptionalL2TP Password L2TP AccountDisconnect after X minutes… Setting 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 Viewing the LAN SettingsUsing the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing LAN SettingsLease Time Dhcp ServerIP Pool Local Domain NameViewing the Dhcp Client List Configuring the Wireless Network Settings Changing the Wireless Network Name SsidExtension Channel Changing the Wireless ChannelUsing the Wireless Mode Switch Off802.11e/WMM QoS Switch Using the Broadcast Ssid Feature Protected Mode SwitchUsing the Bandwidth Switch Changing the Wireless Security SettingsUsing Wi-Fi Protected Setup Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WPA2 Requirements Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WEP Encryption Using a Hexadecimal Key Using the Access Point Mode Setting MAC Address Control Setting up an Allow Access ListSetting up a Deny Access List Configuring the Firewall Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerChoosing an Application Setting Client IP Filters Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientUtilities Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restarting the RouterRestoring Factory Default Settings 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 Checking 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 in Mac OS up toManually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98SE or Me 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 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2? Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?Technical Support F5D9231-4v2 InformationFCC Statement Federal Communications Commission NoticeEurope-European Union Notice InformationModifications Canada-Industry Canada ICBelkin International, Inc., Limited 1-Year Product Warranty How state law relates to the warranty