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