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N Wireless
Router
User Manual
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Table of Contents 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Placement of your N Wireless Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 3. Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Router (the Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize your wireless home network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your N Wireless Router” on the next page. By following our simple setup instructions you will be able
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section Introduction Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO) 1 Your Belkin N Wireless Router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N MIMO complies 2 with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems. 3 The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two simultaneous data s
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I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n Placement of your N Wireless Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade somewhat as the distance between your Router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move further fr
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section I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n Introduction 1 2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit 2 wireless communication include: • Refrigerators 3 • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets 4 • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows 5 If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (b
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I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n • Experiment with more than one of the available channels, in order to find the clearest connection and avoid interference from neighboring cordless phones or other wireless devices. • For Belkin wireless networking products, use the detailed Site Survey and wireless channel information included with your wireless network card. See your network card’s user guide for more information. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area
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section I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n Introduction 1 For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at: 2 US: 8 77-736-5771 3 310-898-1100 ext. 2263 UK: 0845 607 77 87 4 Australia: 1800 235 546 New Zealand: 0800 235 546 5 Singapore: 800 616 1790 Europe: www.belkin.com/support 6 7 8 9 10 6
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Product Overview Product Features In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. The following is a list of features that make your new Belkin N Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. ® Works with Both PCs and Mac Computers The Router supports a variety of networking environments including ® ® ® ® Mac OS 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux , Windows 98, Me, NT , 2000, XP, ™ Vista , and others. All that is needed is an Interne
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section Product Overview 1 Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch The Router has a built-in, four-port network switch to allow your wired computers to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, 2 and much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices. The switch will transfer 3 data between computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources. 4 Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) UPnP is a technology that offe
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Product Overview Integrated N Wireless Access Point N MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology based on the draft IEEE 802.11n specification. It employs MIMO (Multiple Input Multiple Output) smart-antenna technology that achieves data rates of up to 300Mbps.* Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will vary depending on your networking environment. *NOTE: The standard transmission rate—300Mbps—is the physical data rate. Actual data throughput will be lower.
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section Knowing your Router 1 Package Contents • Belkin N Wireless Router 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD 3 • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply 4 • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide 5 • Wireless Security Setup Guide 6 System Requirements • Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem 7 with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection • At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter 8 • TCP/IP networ
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K Kn no ow wi in ng g y yo ou ur r R Ro ou ut te er r The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. See the Network Status Display Guide for more detailed information. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F ) A. Wireless Security OFF Wireless security is off Solid Blue W
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section Knowing your Router 1 D. Router/Power Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of 2 time elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use. 3 OFF Router is off Blinking Blue Router is booting up 4 Solid Blue Router is on and ready 5 E. Modem Status This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem
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K Kn no ow wi in ng g y yo ou ur r R Ro ou ut te er r (G) (H) (I) (J) (K) G. Push Button - White This button is set aside for future upgradeable features. Please check for the latest firmware updates at www.belkin.com/support. H. Connections to Wired Computers - Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4, with
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section Knowing your Router 1 J. Reset Button – Red The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may 2 function improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” 3 button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. 4 i. Resetting the Router Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the
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Connecting and Configuring your Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin N Wireless Router • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD • Network Status Display Guide • Wireless Security Setup Guide Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with
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section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 Step 1 Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide (QIG) 2 A. Unplug your modem’s power c omput er cord. Put the Router next to 3 the modem. Raise the Router’s r out er modem antennas. 4 5 B. Locate the networking cable 6 that connects your modem and computer. Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into 7 any gray port on the back of the Router. 8 C. Find your new networking cable 9 (included in the box with your
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C Co on nn ne ec ct ti in ng g a an nd d C Co on nf fi ig gu ur ri in ng g y yo ou ur r R Ro ou ut te er r Step 2 Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software A. Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer. B. Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds. Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assis
