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Belkin F506230-3 user manual Wireless Networking Using 802.11b, Roaming, BSS2

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Wireless Networking Using 802.11b

Roaming

More than one WAP can be used to increase the wireless coverage in a wireless LAN. The diagram below shows two WAPs configured to extend coverage beyond that of a single unit. The overlapping area of each BSS is called and Extended Service Set (ESS). When a wireless computer enters the ESS, the computer evaluates the signal strength and link quality, then chooses the WAP with the best quality signal and link. This activity is known as roaming. To configure your WAPs to allow roaming inside of the wireless network, each unit will be assigned the same Service Set Identifier (SSID). Strategically placing multiple units around an office or inside of the home can extend the wireless coverage to the entire premise. The illustration below shows two Basic Service Sets overlapping to form an Extended Service Set.

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Belkin F506230-3 user manual Wireless Networking Using 802.11b, Roaming, BSS2

Contents

Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router User ManualF5D6230-3 Table of Contents Integrated Wireless 802.11b Access Point Integrated 10/100 3-Port SwitchIntroduction Wide Area Coverage at High SpeedsDifficult-to-wire environments Built-in DHCP ServerMAC Address Filtering Frequently changing environmentsPackage Contents IntroductionSystem Requirements Knowing your Belkin Router WAN Link StatusFront Panel Port Activity/Status Lights Knowing your Belkin RouterRear Panel Quick Set up Quick Set up-Setting up Your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL RouterQuick Set up-Configure your computers networking settings Quick Set up-Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings Quick Set up-Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings 3. The Router’s status page will appearQuick Set up-Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings 6. The MAC Cloning/Entry screen will appear. If your ISP binds your connection to the MAC address of your network adapter, click “Clone MAC Address” or enter the MAC address here. Press EnterGeneral Setup Getting Started Step Step 3a Step 3b StepSTEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet Service Does my Internet service provider use PPPoE?Provider ISP and your network Is my IP address Static or Dynamic?Is my connection bound to a MAC address? Does my connection have an assigned Host Name?STEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet Service Provider ISP and your networkSetup Worksheet STEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet ServiceProvider ISP and your network If your IP address is static, you need the following informationSTEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet Service Provider ISP and your network2. In Windows 95, 98 and Me, Click “Start” then click on “Run” STEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet Service 6. The IP configuration window will appear. Click on “More Info”Provider ISP and your network STEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet Service 2. In the “Command Window”, type “ipconfig /all”Provider ISP and your network 1. Click “Start” then “Run” in the Run dialog box, type “CMD”Write your IP Configuration settings here STEP 1 Obtain information about your Internet ServiceDefault Gateway Provider ISP and your networkSTEP 2 Connect your computers to Router Connecting Wired Computers to the RouterConnecting Wireless Computers to the Router Connect Your Equipment2. Connect a Belkin CAT5 Network Cable between each of your wired computers and the Router STEP 2 Connect your computers to RouterSTEP 2 Connect your computers to Router STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking Configuring Your PCs Using Belkin NetSetup Win 98/MeSTEP 3a Set up your computers for networking 3. The following screen will appearSTEP 3a Set up your computers for networking 7. After entering the information in the three fields, click “Next”. The following screen will appearSTEP 3a Set up your computers for networking STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking 2. Select “I am adding this computer to my network”. Click “Next”STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking Click “Finish” 9. Now, please restart the computerSTEP 3a Set up your computers for networking Configuring Network Settings for Windows1. Right-click on “My Network Places” and select “Properties” 3. Right-click on “Local Area Connection” and select “Properties”STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking Configuring Network Settings on your MacMac Continued STEP 3a Set up your computers for networking4. Close the window. The following window will appear. Click “Save” 5. Restart the ComputerSTEP 3b Setting up wireless computers for connection to the RouterWindows STEP 3b Setting up wireless computers for connection to the RouterStep 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router the Router for connection to the InternetIf you use Internet Explorer 4.0 or higher Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router the Router for connection to the InternetIf you use Netscape Navigator 4.0 or higher Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router Accessing the Web Based Setup Utilitythe Router for connection to the Internet Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router 3. The Router login screen will appear4. The Router’s initial setup page will appear the Router for connection to the InternetDynamic Setup Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Routerthe Router for connection to the Internet Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router Finishing Dynamic Setupthe Router for connection to the Internet Static IP Setup Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL RouterConfiguring Your Router if your Provider uses Static IP Addressing the Router for connection to the InternetStep 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router Finishing Static Address Setupthe Router for connection to the Internet Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router the Router for connection to the InternetPPPoE Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router the Router for connection to the Internet2. The Control panel window will open. Double-click on “Add/Remove Programs” Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router the Router for connection to the Internet5. Select “PPPoE” and click “Select”. The following screen will appear Step 4 Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router Finishing PPPoE Setupthe Router for connection to the Internet Browse the InternetWireless Configuration Channel and SSIDChannel SSIDWireless Configuration Using WEP EncryptionSetting Encryption Other Features MAC Address CloningOther Features MAC FilteringConnection control Association control has no effect on wired clients Other FeaturesAssociation control Security Intrusion Detection On/OffOther Features DMZ SettingsVirtual Server Settings Other Features Special Application SettingsClient Filter Settings LAN DHCP Settings NAT Enable/DisableChange Password Set Time ZoneReset Restore DefaultsUpdate Firmware Remote ManagementWireless Networking Using 802.11b Ad-Hoc Peer-to-Peer NetworkWireless Networking Using 802.11b Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network Card Notebook WirelessNotebook Network Card PC with Wireless Desktop PCI Network Adapter Infrastructure ModeWireless Networking Using 802.11b Basic Service Set BSSBasic Service Set BSS Notebook with Wireless Notebook Network CardWireless Networking Using 802.11b RoamingBSS2 Glossary of Wireless Networking Terms Glossary of Wireless Networking Terms RTS Threshold - Transmitters contending for the medium may not be aware of each other. RTS/CTS mechanism can solve this “Hidden Node Problem”. If the packet size is smaller than the preset RTS Threshold size, the RTS/CTS mechanism will NOT be enabledGlossary of Wired Networking Terms Glossary of Wired Networking Terms NAT - Network Address Translation. This process allows all of the computers on your home network to use one IP address. Using the NAT capability of the Belkin 4-Port Cable/DSL Gateway Router, you can access the Internet from any computer on your home network without having to purchase more IP addresses from your ISPTroubleshooting mask, and gateway address. MakeTroubleshooting configured as PPPoE and fill theseTroubleshooting My connection type is PPPoE. 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