Belkin P75125UK manual Essid Broadcast, Encryption

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ESSID Broadcast

Many wireless network adapters currently on the market possess a feature known as site survey. It scans the air for any available network and allows each computer to automatically select a network from the survey. This occurs if the computer’s SSID is set to “ANY”. Your Belkin Router can block this random search for a network. If you disable the “ESSID Broadcast” feature, the only way a computer can join your network is by its SSID being set to the specific name of the network (like WLAN). Be sure that you know your SSID (network name) before enabling this feature. It

is possible to make your wireless network nearly invisible. By turning off the broadcast of the SSID, your network will not appear in a site survey. Obviously, turning off the broadcast feature of the SSID helps increase security.

Encryption

Setting encryption can help keep your network secure. The Router uses Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) and WIFI protested Access (WPA) encrytion to protect to protect your data and features two rates of encryption: 64-bit and 128-bit. Encryption works on a system of keys. The key on the computer must match the key on the Router, and there are two ways to make a key. The easiest is to let the Router’s software convert a passphrase you’ve created into a key. The advanced method is to enter the keys manually.

Virtual Servers

This function will allow you to route external (Internet) calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through your Router to your internal network. Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall, machines from the Internet cannot get to them because they cannot be “seen”. If you need to configure the virtual server function for a specific application, you will need to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings you need.

To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal machine, the port type (TCP or UDP), and the LAN and public port(s) required to pass. Then select “Enable” and click “Set”. You can only pass one port per internal IP address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security risk. You can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.

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Contents ADSL2+ Modem with Wireless G+ Mimo Router Network your computers and share your Adsl Internet access Table of Contents Introduction Advantages of a Belkin Wireless NetworkBenefits of a Home Network Make Sure You Have the Following Package ContentsInternet Connection Settings System RequirementsKnowing your Router Front Panel Power LEDLAN Status LEDs Wlan Status LED Internet LEDRestoring the Factory Defaults Reset ButtonResetting the Router Power PlugConnecting your Router Positioning your RouterConnecting your Computers Connecting your Router Connecting your Adsl LineSection Powering Up your Router Setting Up your Computers Setting Up your Computers Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98SE or MeManually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS up to Setting Up your Computers Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS Setting Up your Computers Recommended Web Browser Settings Internet Explorer 4.0 or HigherNetscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard Running the Setup WizardConfiguring your Router with the Setup Wizard Configuring your Router with the Setup Wizard Configuring Your Router with the Setup Wizard Manually Configuring your Router Understanding the Web-Based User InterfaceFeatures Internet Status IndicatorLAN Settings Internet SettingsChanging LAN Settings Dhcp Server LAN Settings IP AddressSubnet Mask IP PoolLease Time Local Domain NameDhcp Client List Internet WANConnection Type Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic IP 1483 Bridged Setting your ISP Connection to Static IP IPoA DNS Domain Name Server Settings Using Dynamic DNS Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update ClientChannel and Ssid Changing the Wireless Channel WirelessChanging the Wireless Network Name Ssid Using the Wireless Mode Switch Using the Essid Broadcast FeatureProtected Mode Switch Encryption/Security Securing your Wi-Fi NetworkWEP Wired Equivalent Privacy Bit WEPUsing a Hexadecimal Key Encryption KeysWPA-Enterprise Radius WPA2 WiFi Protected Access WPA Wi-Fi Protected AccessWPA-Personal PSK Changing the Wireless Security Settings Sharing the Same Network KeysWEP Setup Bit WEP EncryptionWPA Setup C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP keySetting WPA-Personal PSK Setting WPA-Enterprise Radius SettingsWPA2 Requirements Setting WPA2-Personal PSK Setting WPA2-Enterprise Radius SettingsConfiguring your Computer’s Network Adapter to Use Security Manually Configuring your Router Manually Configuring your Router Manually Configuring your Router Supported Operating Systems Disabled Wireless BridgeManual Firewall Virtual Servers Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual ServerChoosing an Application Client IP Filters MAC Address FilteringDMZ Demilitarized Zone Blocking an Icmp PingUtilities Restart RouterRestarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation Restore Factory DefaultsSaving/Backup Current Settings Restore Previous Settings Firmware Update Updating the Router’s FirmwareSetting or Changing the Administrator Password System SettingsChanging the Login Time-Out Setting Setting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote ManagementEnabling/Disabling UPnP Problem TroubleshootingSolution My wireless PC cannot connect to the Router Troubleshooting Section Troubleshooting C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key For example Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Enabling WPA-PSK no server Troubleshooting Wireless Comparison Chart Edge- bestTechnical Support Information Technical SupportAppendix a Glossary AppendixesPPPoE Disconnect after PPPoAChannel and Ssid Essid Broadcast EncryptionDMZ Time and Time Zone Administrator PasswordRemote Management UPnP Appendix B Important Factors for Placement and Setup Wireless Router or Access Point PlacementChoose the Quietest Channel for your Wireless Network Cordless PhonesAppendix C Internet Connection Setting Table Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOLVPI/VCI Information FCC StatementModifications Belkin Corporation Limited Lifetime Product Warranty
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