Summary of the content on the page No. 1
Wireless G+ MIMO
ADSL2+ Modem Router
� � � � � � �
User Manual
����
F5D9630-4
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
Table of Contents 1 Introduction ............................................................................................. 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network ................................................................. 1 Placement of your Wireless G Plus MIMO ADSL2+ Modem Router .........2 2 Product Overview ..................................................................................... 5 Product Features ........................................................................
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
section Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin ADSL Modem with High-Speed 1 Mode Wireless G Router (the Router). In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers with your new Router. The following is a list of features that make your Router an 2 ideal solution for your home or small office network. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to 3 Appendix B entitled “Important Factors for Placement
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n Placement of your Wireless G Plus MIMO ADSL2+ Modem 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
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
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,” 2 such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators 3 • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets 4 • Large aquariums • Metallic-based UV tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that 5 objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (betw
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/Access Point. 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important. Secure connections include: • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect remotely to an office network
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
section Product Overview 1 Product Features Product Features 2 In minutes you will be able to share your Internet connection and network your computers. The following is a list of features that make 3 your new Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO ADSL2+ Modem Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. 4 ® Works with Both PCs and Mac Computers The Router supports a variety of networking environments including 5 ® ® ® Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux , Windows 98, Me, NT , 2000, XP
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
P Pr ro od du uc ct t O Ov ve er rv vi ie ew w Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) UPnP is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Support for VPN Pass-Through If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass through the Router and to your office network. Built-In Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Built-In Dynami
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
section Knowing your Router 1 Package Contents • Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO ADSL2+ Modem Router 2 • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD 3 • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable 4 • ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Microfilter* • Power Supply 5 • User Manual in CD 6 *ADSL microfilter varies by country. If it’s not included, you will need to purchase one. 7 System Requirements 8 • An active ADSL service with a telephone wall jack for connectin
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
K Kn no ow wi in ng g y yo ou ur r R Ro ou ut te er r • Virtual circuit: VPI (Virtual Path Identifier) __________ (a number between 0 and 255) • VCI (Virtual Channel Identifier) __________ (a number between 1 and 65535) • For PPPoE and PPPoA users: ADSL account user name ________ and password _______________ • For static IP users: IP Address ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ Subnet Mask ___ . ___ . ___ . ___ Default Gateway Server ___ . ___ . ___ . • IP address for Domain Name Server ___ . ___ .
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
section Knowing your Router 1 2. L AN Status LEDs These LAN Status LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the 2 numbered ports on the rear of the Router. When a computer is properly connected to one of the LAN ports on the rear of the Router, the LED will light. Solid GREEN means a computer or a network-enabled device 3 is connected. When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly. ORANGE indicates a 10Base-T connection. 4 Orange E thernet link is up and 10Base-T devic
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
K Kn no ow wi in ng g y yo ou ur r R Ro ou ut te er r 5. I nternet LED The Internet LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet. When the LED is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet. When the LED is solid GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the LED is blinking, the Router is transmitting or receiving data from the Internet. OFF No Internet connection Green C onnected to the Internet Green - blinking Transmitting or receiving data Red Failed to c
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
section Knowing your Router 1 8. R eset Button The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function 2 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” button. Use 3 the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. 4 a. Resetting the Router Push and hold the “Reset” button for one second, then relea
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
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 Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO ADSL2+ Modem Router • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual Setup Assistant Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Rou
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 Note: Some ADSL connections require a microfilter. Your ADSL provider can tell you if you need one. Belkin includes a microfilter in regions known to use them. You may or may not have received one in your box. 2 1A.4 Plug your Router’s power supply into the black port labeled “Power” on the back of your Router . Wait 30 seconds for the 3 Router to start up. Look at the front panel of the Router. Make sure one of the “LAN” and the “POWER” LE
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
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 Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup Assistant. ® NOTE TO MAC USERS: Double-click on the “Easy Install” icon to start the Setup Assistant. Then, follow the prompts to complete the setup. 2.3 S elect Country. Select your countr
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 2.4 Confirmation Screen. Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2.5 Progress Screen. Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. 9 10 12 15 15
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
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 2.6 Checking Settings. The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet. 2.7 V erifying Hardware Connections. The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 16 16 17 17
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
section Connecting and Configuring your Router 1 2.8 N aming your Wireless Network. The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or 2 devices with wireless network adapters will connect. You can either use the default or change it to something unique. Write down this name for future reference. Click “Next” to continue. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.9 Requesting Internet Account In
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
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 2.10 Configuring the Router. The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting. Doing so will render your Router inoperable. 2.11 Checking Internet Connection. We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will n
