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Table of Contents 1. Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Placement of your N Wireless Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. Product Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 3. Knowing your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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section Introduction 1 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin N Wireless Modem Router (the Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize 2 your wireless home network range and performance. Please be sure to read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to 3 the section entitled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance” on the next page. By f
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Introduction Revolutionary N Wireless Technology with MIMO (N MIMO) Your Belkin N Wireless Modem Router uses a new smart-antenna technology called Multiple Input Multiple Output (MIMO). N MIMO complies with the IEEE draft 802.11n specification. It increases speed, range, reliability, and spectral efficiency for wireless networking systems. The element that makes Belkin’s N MIMO technology different from a conventional radio is the use of multiple antennas and two simultaneous data streams
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section Introduction 1 Placement of your N Wireless Modem Router Important Factors for Placement and Setup 2 Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is 3 between 100 and 200 feet. In the same way, your wireless connection and performance will degrade 4 somewhat as the distance between your Router and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move further from
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Introduction 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 wireless communication include: • Refrigerators • Washers and/or dryers • Metal cabinets • Large aquariums • Metallic-based, UV-tinted windows If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your computers and Router). 3. Cordless Phone
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section Introduction 1 4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network I n locations where homes or offices are close together, such as apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless 2 networks nearby that can conflict with yours. 3 Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the Wireless Utility of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move 4 your Router and computers to a c
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Introduction 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 • The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL), which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another cable or DSL service • Most online banking websites • Many commercial websites that req
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section Introduction 1 Free Tech Support* You can find additional support information on our website at www. 2 belkin.com through the tech-support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the 3 number you need from the list below*. *Local rates apply. 4 Country Number Internet adress http://www.belkin.com/uk/networking/ AUSTRIA 0820 200766 http://www.belkin.com/nl/networking/ BELGIUM 07 07 00 073 5 CZECH REPUBLIC 239 000 406 http://www.belkin.com/uk/networking/ DENMA
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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 Modem 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, and Vista . 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, and 2 much more. The switch features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices. The switch will transfer data between 3 computers and the Internet simultaneously without interrupting or consuming resources. 4 Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) UPnP is a technology that o
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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 Modem Router 1 Package Contents • Belkin N Wireless 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 *ADSL microfilter varies by country. If it’s not included, you will need 6 to purchase one. System Requirements 7 • An active ADSL service with a telephone wall jack for connecting the Router
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Knowing your Modem Router Internet Connection Settings The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers (ISP) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly. If your ISP is not on the list, please collect the following information from your ISP before setting up the Router: • Internet connection protocol: (PPPoE, PPPoA, Dynamic IP, Static IP) • Multiplexing method or Encapsulation: (LLC or VC MUX) • Virtual circuit: VPI (Virtual
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section Knowing your Modem Router 1 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 2 of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. See the Network Status Display Guide for more detailed 3 information. (A) (B) (C) (D) (E) (F) 4 5 6 7 A. Wireless Security OFF Wireless security is off 8 Solid Blue Wirel
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Knowing your Modem Router D. Router/Power Status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of 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. OFF Router is off Blinking Blue Router is booting up Solid Blue Router is on and ready E. ADSL Line Status This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Router is
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section Knowing your Modem Router 1 F. Internet Status This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet. When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the 2 Internet. When the light is blinking amber, the Router is attempting to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router 3 is connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your Router’s c
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Knowing your Modem Router (G) (H) (I) (J) (K) G. Connection to ADSL – Gray This port is for connection to your ADSL. Connect your ADSL to this port. An RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package. H. Connections to Wired Computers – Yellow 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 onboa
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section Knowing your Modem Router 1 I. Reset Button The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s 2 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. i. Resetting the Router 4 Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on th
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Connecting and Configuring your Modem Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin N Wireless Modem Router • RJ11 Telephone Cord • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • User Manual on CD 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 Router up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your Window
