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Belkin F5D7130 Updating Firmware, Checking for a New Version of Firmware, Wap Utilities

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Updating Firmware

WAP UTILITIES

Updating Firmware

From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the WAP’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin website and update your WAP’s firmware to the latest version.

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Checking for a New Version of Firmware

The “Check Firmware” (1) button allows you to instantly check for a new version of firmware. When you click the button, a new browser window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is available, you will have the option to download it.

Downloading a New Version of Firmware

If you click the Check Firmware button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen such as the following.

1.To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”.

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Belkin F5D7130 user manual Updating Firmware, Checking for a New Version of Firmware, Downloading a New Version of Firmware

Contents

F5D7130 Wireless Network Access PointCreat a faster wireless network TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION OVERVIEW Key FeaturesWide Area Coverage at High Speeds Up to 128-Bit EncryptionApplications and Advantages Package ContentsSystem Requirements OVERVIEWWireless SpecificationsStandards Protocol SupportedFront Panel KNOWING YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINTReset Button Power Jacka. Resetting the WAP b. Restoring the Factory DefaultsPLACEMENT OF YOUR WIRELESS ACCESS POINT Connecting the WAP to a Cable/DSL WAP, Ethernet Switch, or Hub INSTALLATIONSETTING UP YOUR WIRELESS COMPUTER TO CONFIGURE THE WAP ADVANCED WEB-BASED USER INTERFACE CONFIGURING THE WAP USING THELogging into the WAP Logging out of the WAP1Quick Navigation Links Understanding the Advanced Web-Based User Interface2 Home Button 3 Help Button6 LAN Settings 4 Login/Logout Button7 Features 5 Version Info1 Wireless Channel CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS2 Wireless Mode 3 SSIDCONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Wireless ChannelCONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Using the Wireless Mode SwitchCONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Wireless Network Name SSIDUsing the Broadcast SSID Feature CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS Changing the Wireless Encryption SettingsSetting Encryption Automatically Using a Passphrase 2. Type in a passphrase. A passphrase is like a password. It can be a mixture of numbers and letters. After you type in your passphrase, click “Generate”. When you click “Generate”, the key fields below will become populated CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSAF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key Setting Encryption Manually Using a Hexadecimal KeyC3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGS2. If using 64-bit encryption, there will be four key fields. If using 128-bit encryption, there will be one key field. In the key fields, type in the hexadecimal keys that you wish to use. When finished typing in your keys, select which key you want to use by clicking the radio button next to it. Click “Apply Changes” CONFIGURING THE WIRELESS NETWORK SETTINGSWAP UTILITIES Setting MAC Address FilteringWAP UTILITIES Restarting the WAP to Restore Normal OperationRestarting the WAP Restoring Factory Default Settingss Restoring Factory Default Setting1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button WAP UTILITIESWAP UTILITIES Saving a Current ConfigurationThe configuration is now saved Restoring a Previous ConfigurationWAP UTILITIES 2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”WAP UTILITIES Checking for a New Version of Firmware Updating FirmwareDownloading a New Version of Firmware WAP UTILITIESWAP UTILITIES 2. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location, click “Save”4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK” Updating the WAP’s FirmwareWAP UTILITIES WAP UTILITIES Changing System SettingsSetting or Changing the Administrator Password TROUBLESHOOTING FCC Statement DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY WITH FCC RULES FOR INFORMATIONELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY ModificationsINFORMATION Canada- Industry Canada ICEurope-European Union Notice Belkin Corporation P74218Belkin Components B.V Belkin Tech Support