Alternate Setup Method

Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller (MAC) Address

All network components including cards, adapters, and routers, have a unique “serial number” called a MAC address.. Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) may record the MAC address of your computer’s adapter and only let that particular computer connect to the Internet service.. When you install the Router, its own MAC address will be “seen” by the ISP and may cause the connection not to work.. Belkin has provided the ability to clone (copy) the MAC address of the computer into the Router.. This MAC address, in turn, will be seen by the ISP’s system as the original MAC address and will allow the connection to work.. If you are not sure whether your ISP needs to see the original MAC address, simply clone the MAC address of the computer that was originally connected to the modem.. Cloning the address will not cause any problems with your network..

Cloning your MAC Address

To clone your MAC address, make sure that you are using the computer that was ORIGINALLY CONNECTED to your modem before the Router was installed.. Click the “Clone” button (1).. Click “Apply Changes” (3).. Your MAC address is now cloned to the Router..

Entering a Specific MAC Address

In certain circumstances you may need a specific WAN MAC address.. You can manually enter one in the “MAC Address” page.. Type in a MAC address in the spaces provided (2) and click “Apply Changes” (3) to save the changes.. The Router’s WAN MAC address will now be changed to the MAC address you specified..

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N1 specifications

The Belkin N1 is a robust wireless router designed to provide high-speed internet connectivity, ideal for both home and small office environments. This device is well-suited for streaming, gaming, and heavy internet usage thanks to its advanced technologies and features.

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