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Wireless G Universal
Range Extender/
Access Point
Belkin Ltd. Belkin GmbH
Express Business Park, Shipton Way Hanebergstrasse 2
Rushden, NN10 6GL, United Kingdom 80637 Munich, Germany
+44 (0) 1933 35 2000 +49 (0) 89 143405 0
+44 (0) 1933 31 2000 fax +49 (0) 89 143405 100 fax
Belkin B.V. Belkin SAS
Boeing Avenue 333 130 rue de Silly
1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk, The Netherlands 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France
+31 (0) 20 654 7300 +33 (0) 1 41 03 14 40
+31 (0) 20 654 7349 fax +33 (0) 1 41 31 01 72 fax
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Wireless G Universal Range Extender/ Access Point Increase your wireless coverage User Manual � � � � � � � � � � � � F5D7132 � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �� � � � � � � � �
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Table of Contents 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . .
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section Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Universal Range 1 Extender (WURE) and welcome to the world of wireless networking. Now you can take advantage of this new high-speed wireless technology and gain the freedom to connect to your home or office 2 network without using cables. This product acts as a wireless range extender and access point. The easy installation and setup will have 3 you networking wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through this Us
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I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal Performance Access Point Mode: Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your wireless Wireless Universal Repeater (WURE) Typical indoor operating range for your 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 computer and the WURE increases. This may or
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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 wireless router (or access point) near devices that 2 may emit radio “noise,” such as microwave ovens. Dense objects that can inhibit wireless communication include: • Refrigerators 3 • Washers and/or dryers 4 • Metal cabinets • 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 n
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I In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n wireless router (or access point) and computers to a channel as far away from other networks as possible. 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 in your User Manual. These guidelines should allow you to c
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section Introduction Overview 1 The WURE is designed to be positioned horizontally on a desktop, or wall-mounted. All of the cables exit from the rear of the WURE for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the 2 WURE to provide you with information about network activity and status. 3 Front Panel 4 �� � �� � � �� ����� ��� ��� � � ��� ���� �� � ���� ��� �� ������� ���� ��� �� ��� 5 LAN LED Searching LED 6 Power LED Wireless LED 7 Power LED OFF W
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section Overview 1 Package Contents • Belkin Wireless G Wireless Universal Range Extender 2 • Detachable Antenna • Power Supply • User Manual 3 • Quick Installation Guide • Ethernet Cable 4 • Easy Installation Wizard Software CD-ROM System Requirements 5 • At least one computer with an installed 802.11g or 802.11b- compliant wireless Ethernet adapter 6 • TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer • CAT5 networking cable (or better) ® ® • Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or N
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���� ����������� �� � ���� � C Co on nf fi ig gu ur ri in ng g t th he e W WU UR RE E �������� � ��������� �� � � � ��� � ��� � � �� �� ���� � Wireless G Universal Range Extender Wireless G Notebook Card ���� ����������� �� � ���� � Wired Router Wireless G Desktop Card Configuring as a Wireless Access Point 1. Connect Connecting as a Wireless Access Point The WURE can add wireless-enabled computers to an existing wired network. The access point acts as a bridge between your existing wir
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section Configuring the WURE 1 2. Install Running the Easy Install Wizard Software 2 2.1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection- 3 sharing software on your computer. 4 2.2 Insert the Wireless Range Extender Management Utility software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Utility wizard will automatically appear within 15 seconds. 5 NO TE: If the Utility wizard does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive
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C Co on nf fi ig gu ur ri in ng g t th he e W WU UR RE E 3.2 Click the “Refresh” button. The Utility will detect the WURE(s) connected to your network. Select the WURE you wish to configure. 3.3 If your WURE’s IP address is not in the same subnet as your network, the “Set IP Address” button will be enabled. Click the “Set IP Address” button. A pop-up screen will appear. 3.4 Set the IP address of your WURE to be within the same sub- net as your network. For example, if your router’s I
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section Configuring the WURE 1 3.6 The “UR/AP mode switch” window will appear. Select the AP radio button. 2 3 4 5 Congratulations. Your WURE is now set up for access point 6 mode. 7 4. Advanced Configuration Configuring your WURE through the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 4.1 If you wish to use the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, click the “Web Management” button. Wireless Range Extender 4.2 For more details, see the “Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface” s
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C Co on nf fi ig gu ur ri in ng g t th he e W WU UR RE E Configuring as a Wireless G Universal Range Extender Auto Connect Button Auto Connect is a quick and easy method to automatically set up your WURE to your wireless network. It is designed to remove the need for users to set the correct SSID and channel. It is as simple as pushing a button. Note: Auto Connect will work only if the wireless router (or access point) has security disabled. 1. Connect Connecting the WURE 1.1 Locate and
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section Configuring the WURE 1 2 3 4 2.2 Release the “Auto Connect” button; the WURE will automatically 5 associate to the wireless router (or access point) with the strongest signal. In most cases, this will be the router to which you positioned the WURE closest. 6 2.3 Once the WURE has associated to your router (or access 7 point), the “Searching” light (red) will not illuminate. 2.4 The configuration of your WURE is now complete. The SSID of your WURE will automatically match the
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Using Using the the W Web-Based eb-Based Adv Advanc anced ed User User Int Interf erfac ace e The most convenient way to access the WURE’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface is to connect the unit to the wireless router through the included cable. Once you finish configuring the device, you can disconnect the cable. Wireless G Universal Range Extender Wireless G Desktop Card Wireless G Notebook Card ���� ����������� �� � ���� � Wireless G Router If you wish to connect a computer directl
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section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 2 3 4 5 6 Note: Once you have completed configuring your WURE, repeat steps 7 1 through 3. Then select “Obtain an IP automatically” or set a valid IP for your computer on the same subnet as the network to which you are connecting. Logging into the WURE Using your Internet browser, you can access the WURE’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.254” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). T
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Using Using the the W Web-Based eb-Based Adv Advanc anced ed User User Int Interf erfac ace e Logging out of the WURE One computer at a time can log into the WURE in order to make changes to its settings. There are two ways to log out: 1, by clicking the “Logout” button; and 2, automatically, by allowing a preset time- out period to elapse. The default time-out is 10 minutes; however, you can set the login period from 1 to 99 minutes. Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface The ho
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section Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 (2) Home Button The home button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page. 2 (3) Help Button The “Help” button gives you access to the WURE’s help pages. Help 3 is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain sections of each page. 4 (4) Login/Logout Button This button enables you to log in and out of the WURE with the press of one button. When you are logged in,
