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N Wireless
User Manual
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Table of Contents
Advantages of a Wireless Network
Introduction
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Placement of your N Wireless Router
Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with MIMO N MIMO
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Introduction
2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
1. Router Placement
3. Cordless Phones
Introduction
5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL
4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
Introduction
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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch
Product Features
Product Overview
Works with Both PCs and Mac Computers
Setup Assistant
Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol DHCP
Integrated N Wireless Access Point
Product Overview
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements
Package Contents
Knowing your Router
System Requirements
B. Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS button WPS
A. Wireless Security
C. Wireless-Computer Status
D. Wired-Computer Status
G. Internet Status
F. Modem Status
Knowing your Router
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ii. Restoring the Factory Defaults
H. Connections to Wired Computers
J. Reset Button - Red
i. Resetting the Router
Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following
Connecting and Configuring your Router
Modem Requirements
Ethernet USB
Connecting and Configuring your Router
Step 1 Hardware Connections - Follow the Quick Installation Guide QIG
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Step 2 Set Up the Router - Run the Setup Assistant Software
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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Progress Screen
Confirmation Screen
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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1.2 Verifying Hardware Connections
1.1 Checking Settings
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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1.4 Requesting Internet Account Info if needed
1.3 Naming your Wireless Network
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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1.6 Checking Internet Connection
1.5 Configuring the Router
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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Congratulations
Troubleshooting
Connecting and Configuring your Router
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Connecting and Configuring your Router
1.7 Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers
G Wireless Router
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Step 1 Hardware Connections - Follow the Quick Installation Guide
Alternate Setup Method
Step 3 Configuring the Router Using the
Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Logging out of the Router
Alternate Setup Method
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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5. Internet-Status Indicators
4. Login/Logout Button
8. LAN Settings
1. Quick-Navigation Links
10. Features
9. Internet Settings
11. Page Name
Alternate Setup Method
Setting your Internet Service Provider ISP
Setting your Connection Type
Connection Type to Dynamic IP
1. Host Name
Connection Type to Static IP
Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE
1. IP Address
2. Subnet Mask
3. Service Name
2. Password
1. User Name
4. MTU
5. Service IP Address
2. PPTP Password
1. PPTP Account
3. Host Name
6. Disconnect after X…
Alternate Setup Method
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Configuring your WAN Media Access Controller MAC Address
Setting Custom Domain Name Server DNS Settings
Cloning your MAC Address
Alternate Setup Method
Alternate Setup Method
Entering a Specific MAC Address
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Changing LAN Settings
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Viewing the LAN Settings
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1. IP Address
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
DHCP Server
4. IP Pool
5. Lease Time
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page
6. Local Domain Name
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Changing the Wireless Network Name SSID
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using the Wireless Mode Switch
Changing the Wireless Channel
Extension Channel
1 Off
1 20MHz only
Using the Bandwidth Switch
2 20MHz/40MHz Auto
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
802.11e/WMM QoS Switch
Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
Note This advanced feature should be employed by advanced
Allows you to turn ON or OFF wireless QoS
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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WPA2 Requirements
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal PSK
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting WPA-PSK
Setting WPA Security
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting WEP Encryption
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using a Hexadecimal Key
Using the Access Point Mode
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting up an Allow Access List
Setting MAC Address Control
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting up a Deny Access List
Configuring the Firewall
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server
Setting Client IP Filters
Choosing an Application
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Enabling the Demilitarized Zone DMZ
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Setting up the Router’s Dynamic DNS Update Client
Using Dynamic DNS
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Blocking an ICMP Ping
Utilities
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Restarting the Router
Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Restoring Factory Default Settings
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Saving a Current Configuration
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Restoring a Previous Configuration
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”
Downloading a New Version of Firmware
Updating the Firmware
Checking for a New Version of Firmware
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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 locate the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location, click “Save”
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Updating the Router’s Firmware
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”
3. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and
4. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password
Changing System Settings
Changing the Login Time-Out Setting
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Enabling Remote Management
Setting the Time and Time Zone
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Enabling/Disabling UPnP
Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Manually Configuring Network Settings
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to
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Manually Configuring Network Settings
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS
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Your network settings are now configured for use with the Router
Manually Configuring Network Settings
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Manually Configuring Network Settings
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 2000, NT, or XP
1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”
Your network settings are now configured for use with the Router
Manually Configuring Network Settings
Manually Configuring Network Settings in Windows 98 or Me
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4. Write the IP address and subnet mask from the “IP Address” tab
Recommended Web Browser Settings
Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher
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Recommended Web Browser Settings
Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher
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Setup Assistant CD does not automatically start
Troubleshooting
Setup Assistant cannot find my Router
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Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet
Troubleshooting
I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “modem” LED on my
Router is off, and the “internet” LED is blinking
Router is on, and the “internet” LED is blinking
The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work
Troubleshooting
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Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results?
I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly
Troubleshooting
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Data transfer is sometimes slow Signal strength is poor
My wireless network performance is inconsistent
Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private
Network VPN connection
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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
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5. Under “Data Encryption”, select “WEP”
Troubleshooting
Do Belkin products support WPA/WPA2?
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C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key
Troubleshooting
I am having difficulty setting up Wireless Protected Access WPA security on my Belkin Router for a home network
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Troubleshooting
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Supported Operating Systems Windows XP Professional
What’s the difference between 802.11g and draft 802.11n?
Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Belkin Wireless Comparison Chart
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N Wireless Router
Number
Country
Internet adress
Troubleshooting
FCC Statement
Information
F5D8236-4v1
Caution Exposure to Radio Frequency Radiation
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Canada-Industry Canada IC
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Europe-European Union Notice
Information
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What will we do to correct problems? Product Warranty
What is not covered by this warranty?
How to get service
What the period of coverage is
How state law relates to the warranty
Information
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N Wireless Router
Table of Contents
Information
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