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G Wireless Router
User Manual
PM01110 F5D7234-4
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Table of Con Ten Ts t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Securing your Wi-Fi Network � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 50 WEP Setup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 53 Benefits of a Home Network� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G Wireless Router (the Router)� The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best practices for maximizing 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 Router for Optimal Performance” on page 2� benefits of a Home n etwork
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Placement of your Router for o ptimal Performance Important f actors for Placement and setup • Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling) � If your to your Router� Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3� Cordless Phones 4� Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless network If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone: apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with yours � • Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and yo
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5� secure Connections, VPns, and aol Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power are used where security is important� Secure connections include: management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep� ” The easiest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to conne
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PRod UCT oV eRVIeW t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Product f eatures na T IP address sharing 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 Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the your new Belkin G Wireless Router an ideal solution for your home or single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while small office network� saving the cos
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PRod UCT oV eRVIeW t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 support for VPn Pass-Through Integrated 802� 11g Wireless access Point If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN 802� 11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802� 11b� through the Router and to your office network� MaC address f iltering built-In d ynamic Host Configura
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop � All of the Package Contents cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility� The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the Router to provide • Belkin G Wireless Router you with information about network activity and status� • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant CD with User Manual • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Net
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 � Modem led 3� security led This LED lights in GREEN to indicate that your modem is connected OFF Wireless security is OFF properly to the Router� It blinks rapidly when information is being sent over the port between the Router and the modem� Solid Green Wireless security is ON Flashing Green WPS sync in progress OFF Not connected to the modem Solid Green Connected to the modem 4� Wireless led Router is connec
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5� Internet led This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet � When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the Internet � When the light is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet � When the light is solid GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet � When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature, this LED becomes extremely useful in monitoring the
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 7� Power Jack 10� Reset button Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack� The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function improperly � Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings� You can also 8� Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) – Gray restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button� Use the re
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Verify the contents of your box� you should have the following: setup assistant • Belkin G Wireless Router Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task � You can use it to get your Router up and • Quick Installation Guide running in minutes� The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manu
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 step 1: Hardware Connections A WAN D A LAN B C D C D a� Unplug your modem’s power cord� Put the Router next to the e� Wait 20 seconds for the modem � Raise the Router’s antenna � Router to start up� Look at the display on the front b� Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and of the Router � Make sure computer� Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into any the “Wired” and
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 Assistant � Follow the in
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 select Country Confirmation screen Select your country from the drop-down box� Click “Begin” to continue � Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow � Click “Next” to continue � G Wireless Router 14
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Progress screen 2� 1 Checking settings Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings setup has been completed� and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet� G Wireless Router 15
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2� 2 Verifying Hardware Connections 2� 3 n aming your Wireless network The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection� 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 devices with wireless network adapters will connect� You can either use the default or change it t
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2� 4 Requesting Internet account Info (if needed) Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes� If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below� Click “Next” to continue� G Wireless Router 17
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2� 5 Configuring the Router 2� 6 Checking Internet Connection The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to We are almost done� The Setup Assistant will now check your the Router and restarting it� Wait for the on-screen instructions � connection to the Internet� note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting� Doing so will render you
