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Double N+ Wireless Router

User Manual
F6D6230-4 v1
8820-00267
Ok-mk 2/6/09

Splash Screen (*Replace with Double N+ wireless router picture)

Table of Contents

1 Introduction

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Advantages of Double N+ Wireless Networks…………………………..x
Placement of your Double N+ Wireless Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . .x

2 Product Overview

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Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .x

3 Knowing your Router

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Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements . . . . . .xx

4 Connecting and Configuring your Router

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5 Alternate Setup Method

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6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface

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Changing LAN Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Setting WPA Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Setting WEP Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Using the Access Point Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Access Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xx
Configuring the Firewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Using Dynamic DNS……………………………………….xx
Utilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Restarting the Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx
Updating the Firmware  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xx

7 Manually Configuring Network Settings

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8 Recommended Web Browser Settings

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9 Troubleshooting

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10 Information

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Summary of Contents for F6D6230-4 v1

Page 1: ...are System Requirements xx 4 Connecting and Configuring your Router xx 5 Alternate Setup Method xx 6 Using the Web Based Advanced User Interface xx Changing LAN Settings xx Viewing the DHCP Client Lis...

Page 2: ...e check Internet email and chat Advantages of Double N Wireless Networks For more bandwidth the Belkin Double N router broadcasts two wireless N signals simultaneously one in the 2 4GHz band and the o...

Page 3: ...ease Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your network s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions and walls If you have concerns about your network s performance tha...

Page 4: ...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 Mi...

Page 5: ...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 connect...

Page 6: ...e Internet Simultaneous dual band networks Two separate networks with one in the 2 4GHz band and one in the 5GHz band Increased bandwidth allows you to connect more devices on your network with less i...

Page 7: ...t flooding Integrated 10 100 1000 4 Port Switch The Router has a built in Gigabit Ethernet four port network switch to allow your wired computers to share printers data and MP3 files digital photos an...

Page 8: ...NUMBER 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 techn...

Page 9: ...rements Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 Ethernet connection At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter TCP IP networking protocol installed...

Page 10: ...been measured by the N since being activated B Wireless Security insert Lock Icon C WPS Push Button insert the security lock icon This button is set aside for the Wi Fi Protected Setup feature Refer...

Page 11: ...blem is detected Off Router is NOT connected to modem Solid Blue Router is connected to modem and functioning properly Blinking Amber Problem with modem J Internet Status insert Globe Icon This unique...

Page 12: ...tting 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 the restore option...

Page 13: ...up and running in minutes The Setup Assistant requires that your computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of instal...

Page 14: ...t it from the old router and plug it into the yellow port on the new router Step 2 Set Up the Router Run the Setup Assistant Software A Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this...

Page 15: ...stant 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 Select Country Select your country from t...

Page 16: ...hand menu in the following EZI screenshots below to match the left hand menu in the screen shot above Confirmation Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right...

Page 17: ...Progress Screen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed Insert EZI_4 tif...

Page 18: ...ill now examine your computer s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router s connection to the Internet 1 2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verif...

Page 19: ...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 to...

Page 20: ...italized in Belkin routers 1 4 Requesting Internet Account Info if needed If your Internet account requires a login and password you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below Se...

Page 21: ...should read Internet account info note the sentence casing to remain consistent with the prev headers insert EZI_9b tif EZI_9c tif 1 5 Configuring the Router The Setup Assistant will now configure you...

Page 22: ...insert EZI_11 tif 1 6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet...

Page 23: ...our Router can connect to the Internet You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any website You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to conne...

Page 24: ...above should say Congratulations Your Router is set up Troubleshooting If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet you will see the following screen Follow the on screen instruction...

Page 25: ...nsert EZI_17 tif 1 7 Optional Assistance Connecting Other Computers This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network Follow the on screen instruction...

Page 26: ...o so look for your network John s Home Wi Fi Connecting computers with wired cables Computers with wired network adapters can use this network If you still need to install those adapters do this now T...

Page 27: ...access to your USB storage device Once this is installed your storage device will appear as a drive letter e g D in your My Computer folder You may read and write to this drive as if it were directly...

Page 28: ...tion Click Finish to go back to the main menu You may now access the drive as if it were directly attached to your computer Once installed please use the CD to install this application on all computer...

Page 29: ...nd must be externally powered to function Alternate Setup Method Step 1 Hardware Connections Follow the Quick Installation Guide See the QIG or Step 1 Hardware Connections from the previous section St...

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Page 31: ...this manual titled Changing the Login Time Out Setting Understanding the Web Based Advanced User Interface The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced User Interface UI T...

Page 32: ...net Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router indicating the connection status of the Router When the indicator says Connected in blue the Router is connected to the Intern...

Page 33: ...ection to your Internet Service Provider ISP The Internet WAN tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider ISP The Router is capable of connecting to virtually...

Page 34: ...A B C...

Page 35: ...r Connection Type From the Connection Type page you can select the type of connection you use Select the type of connection you use by clicking the button 1 next to your connection type and then click...

Page 36: ...one Your host name is assigned by your ISP Some dynamic connections may require that you clone the MAC address of the PC that was originally connected to the modem 1 Host Name 1 This space is provided...

Page 37: ...formation is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your ISP left with you Type in your information then click Apply Changes 4 After you apply the changes the Internet Status indicator will...

Page 38: ...ernet connection in your home or small office that doesn t require a modem you may also use PPPoE Your connection type is PPPoE if 1 Your ISP gave you a user name and password which is required to con...

Page 39: ...ges to the MTU setting can cause problems with your Internet connection including disconnection from the Internet slow Internet access and problems with Internet applications working properly 5 Discon...

Page 40: ...he ISP s system Type in the information provided by your ISP in the space provided When you have finished click Apply Changes 9 After you apply the changes the Internet Status indicator will read conn...

Page 41: ...If your ISP did not give you a connection ID default gateway leave this blank 8 Disconnect after X The Disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no...

Page 42: ...erver manually 4 and type in the address next to Login Server 5 When you have entered all of your information click Apply Changes 7 After you apply the changes the Internet Status indicator will read...

Page 43: ...l Resource Locaters URLs like www belkin com to IP addresses Many Internet Service Providers ISPs do not require you to enter this information into the Router The Automatic from ISP box 1 should be ch...

Page 44: ...one copy the MAC address of the computer into the Router This MAC address in turn will be seen by the ISP s system as the original MAC address and will allow the connection to work If you are not sure...

Page 45: ...need a specific WAN MAC address You can manually enter one in the MAC Address page Type in a MAC address in the spaces provided 2 and click Apply Changes 3 to save the changes The Router s WAN MAC ad...

Page 46: ...will take you to the LAN tab s header page A quick description of the functions can be found here To view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings click on LAN Settings 2 or to view th...

Page 47: ...outable IP Examples of a non routable IP are 192 168 x x where x is anything between 0 and 255 10 x x x where x is anything between 0 and 255 2 Subnet Mask There is no need to change the subnet mask T...

Page 48: ...rticular computer Setting lease times for shorter intervals such as one day or one hour frees IP addresses after the specified period of time This also means that a particular computer s IP address ma...

Page 49: ...ng the Wireless Network Name SSID To identify your wireless network a name called the SSID is used The SSID is your network name The default network name of the Router is Belkin N Wireless followed by...

Page 50: ...ove wireless performance see page xx Designer Please match page number to the firmware update section Changing the Wireless Channel There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose i...

Page 51: ...mode will turn OFF the Router s access point so no wireless devices can join the network Turning off the wireless function of your Router is a great way to secure your network when you are away from h...

Page 52: ...uter to this mode allows it to switch automatically between 20MHz and 40MHz operation This mode enables 40MHz operation to maximize speed for N draft 802 11n compliant devices when conditions permit W...

Page 53: ...Quality of Service prioritizes important data on your network such as multimedia content and voice over IP VoIP so it will not be interfered with by other data being sent over the network This feature...

Page 54: ...nt s PIN into the Router s internal registrar accessed through this screen The client will be automatically enrolled into your wireless network within two minutes 1 Wi Fi Protected Setup WPS Enabled o...

Page 55: ...is available for free download at http support microsoft com kb 826942 For Windows XP with Service Pack 2 Microsoft has released a free download to update the wireless client components to support WPA...

Page 56: ...entical on the wireless clients that you set up 4 Enter your pre shared key PSK This can be from eight to 63 characters and can be letters numbers or symbols This same key must be used on all of the w...

Page 57: ...nter you WEP key manually by typing in the hex WEP key manually or you can type a passphrase in the PassPhrase field and click Generate to create a WEP key from the passphrase Click Apply Changes to f...

Page 58: ...ll use this key to program the encryption settings on your Router and your wireless computers encryption chart tif use current image Note to Mac users Original Apple AirPort products support 64 bit en...

Page 59: ...feature should be employed by advanced users only The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server In AP...

Page 60: ...N port on the Router to your existing network The Router is now acting as an access point To access the Router advanced user interface again type the IP address you specified into your browser s navig...

Page 61: ...P defect RIP defect Fragment flooding The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks These ports appear to be stealth meaning that for all intents and purposes they d...

Page 62: ...internal network Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall computers outside your network over the Internet cannot get to them because they cannot be seen A list of common application...

Page 63: ...ally Entering Settings into the Virtual Server To manually enter settings enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal server machine the port s required to pass use a comma between mul...

Page 64: ...rnet access to a single computer for example click the Add button and select the appropriate entry This entry will deny access as a default according the specified criteria Users can also add a partic...

Page 65: ...tion for the Access Control list is the service that is to be blocked or allowed Users can choose to Block All Services Allow All Services or configure from a list of predefined popular services The t...

Page 66: ...in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks To put a computer in the DMZ enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field and select Enable Click Apply Changes for the change to take effec...

Page 67: ...can always locate you by visiting yourname dyndns org instead To register free for your Dynamic DNS host name please visit http www dyndns org Setting up the Router s Dynamic DNS Update Client You mu...

Page 68: ...on the Internet By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there The Router can be set up so it will not...

Page 69: ...Log This page keeps a log of router activity such as computers logging in to and out of the Router as well as attempts from the Internet to connect to the Router This log file can be saved and cleare...

Page 70: ...estarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings...

Page 71: ...Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 1 Click the Restart Router button 2 The following message will appear Click OK 9230_Restart_Router_Confirmation jpg keep...

Page 72: ...the screen When the countdown reaches zero the Router will be restarted The Router home page should appear automatically If not type in the Router s address default 192 168 2 1 into the navigation bar...

Page 73: ...1 Click the Restore Defaults button 2 The following message will appear Click OK 9230_Restore_Factory_Default_Confirmation jpg keep...

Page 74: ...ountdown reaches zero the Router s defaults will be restored The Router home page should appear automatically If it does not type in the Router s address default 192 168 2 1 into the navigation bar of...

Page 75: ...1 Click Save A window called File Download will open Click Save 9230_Save_Backup_Settings_Download jpg keep...

Page 76: ...e to name the file so you can locate it yourself later When you have selected the location and name of the file click Save screenshot PM did not provide 3 When the save is complete you will see the wi...

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Page 78: ...ocate the configuration file you want to restore and double click on it 9230_Restore_Saved_Settings_Choose_File jpg keep 2 You will be asked if you want to continue Click OK 9230_Restore_Saved_Setting...

Page 79: ...ype in the Router s address default 192 168 2 1 into the navigation bar of your browser Updating the Firmware From time to time Belkin may release new versions of the Router s firmware Firmware update...

Page 80: ...browser window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is available or that there is a new version available If a new version is available you will have the option to download it Downloa...

Page 81: ...use Firmware Available2 tif 1 To download the new version of firmware click Download...

Page 82: ...yourself later When you have selected the location click Save 3 When the save is complete you will see the following window Click Close screenshot PM did not provide The download of the firmware is co...

Page 83: ...re file you downloaded Select the file by double clicking on the file name screenshot PM did not provide 3 The Update Firmware box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just...

Page 84: ...ntinue Click OK 9230_Firmware_Update_Confirmation jpg keep 5 You will see one more message This message tells you that the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded in...

Page 85: ...ote management feature of your Router insert Admin_password tif Changing the Login Time Out Setting The login time out option allows you to set the period of time that you can be logged into the Route...

Page 86: ...Internet There are two methods of remotely managing the Router The first is to allow access to the Router from anywhere on the Internet by selecting Any IP address can remotely manage the Router By t...

Page 87: ...ports An application that is UPnP compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router basically telling the Router which way it needs the firewall configured The Router ships with the UPnP featu...

Page 88: ...he radio at the times shown in the drop down boxes Manually Configuring Network Settings Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using these steps You can also use these...

Page 89: ...thernet in the Connect via drop down menu 1 xxxxxxx use current image keep 3 Next to Configure 2 if Manually is selected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the ad...

Page 90: ...s the following window will appear Click Save xxxxxxx use current image keep Restart the computer When the computer restarts your network settings are now configured for use with the Router Manually C...

Page 91: ...eed to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password 5 If Manually is selected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the addres...

Page 92: ...ick Start Settings then Control Panel 2 Double click on the Network and dial up connections icon Windows 2000 or the Network icon Windows XP 3 Right click on the Local Area Connection associated with...

Page 93: ...elected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the address information the table below You will need to enter this information into the Router win2k settings chart ti...

Page 94: ...es tif use current image keep 3 If Specify and IP address is selected your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type Write the address information in the table below You will need...

Page 95: ...p use current image 7 If not already selected select Obtain IP address automatically on the IP address tab Click OK Restart the computer When the computer restarts your network settings are now config...

Page 96: ...recommended settings in this section Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 0 or Higher 1 Start your web browser Select Tools then Internet Options insert Internet_options tif 2 In the Internet Options screen...

Page 97: ...IE6_Internet_Optio ns_Connections jpg 3 Under the Internet Options screen click on Connections and select LAN Settings...

Page 98: ...proxy server Click OK Then click OK again in the Internet Options page IE6_Internet_Options_ Connections_LAN_Settings jpg Netscape Navigator 4 0 or Higher 1 Start Netscape Click on Edit then Preferen...

Page 99: ...ouble clicking on the My Computer icon that is located on your desktop 2 Next double click on the CD ROM drive that the Setup Assistant CD has been placed in to start the installation 3 The Setup Assi...

Page 100: ...ge the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to...

Page 101: ...me If you continue to have no Internet connection reference the section titled Manually Configuring Network Settings page xx of this User Manual for an alternative setup method The Setup Assistant com...

Page 102: ...o connect to the Internet The modem LED on my Router is on and the internet LED is blinking 1 If you cannot connect to the Internet the modem LED is on and the internet LED is blinking the problem may...

Page 103: ...all software installed on your computer please make sure that you properly configure it You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off If while...

Page 104: ...s should have a list of Available Networks those wireless networks it can connect to Does the name of your wireless network appear in the results Yes my network name is listed go to the troubleshootin...

Page 105: ...ay have a range or interference problem Please see the suggestions discussed in the section titled Placement of your N Wireless Router of this User Manual 2 Using a computer that is connected to the R...

Page 106: ...sion rate To change this property go to the Windows Control Panel open Network Connections and double click on your wireless card s connection In the properties dialog select the Configure button on t...

Page 107: ...keys For example C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 128 bit key 4 Click Apply Changes to finish Encryption in the Router is now set Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to...

Page 108: ...ey you assign to your Router For example C3 03 0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 128 bit key 8 Click OK and then Apply to save the settings If you are not using a Belkin wireless client card please con...

Page 109: ...Clients must use the same key that the Router uses For instance if the key is Smith Family Network Key in the Router the clients must also use that same key 1 Double click the Signal Indicator icon t...

Page 110: ...ontrol Panel Network Connections 2 Right clicking on the Wireless Networks tab will display the following screen Ensure the Use Windows to configure my wireless network settings check box is checked n...

Page 111: ...p to 300Mbps Frequency Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens may interfere with the unlicensed band 2 4GHz Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave...

Page 112: ...800 223 5546 ext 2263 310 898 1100 ext 2263 UK 0845 607 77 87 Australia 1800 235 546 New Zealand 0800 235 546 Singapore 65 64857620 Europe www belkin com support Information FCC Statement DECLARATION...

Page 113: ...rticular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try and c...

Page 114: ...be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body To reduce potential radio interference to other users the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen tha...

Page 115: ...g up outdoor radio links and or for supplying public access to telecommunications and or network services This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the...

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Page 117: ...natural use What is not covered by this warranty All above warranties are null and void if the Belkin product is not provided to Belkin for inspection upon Belkin s request at the sole expense of the...

Page 118: ...RED BY LAW IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES IF ANY ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF...

Page 119: ...4 Pioneer Avenue Tuggerah Business Park Tuggerah NSW 2259 Australia 61 0 2 4350 4600 61 0 2 4350 4700 fax 2009 Belkin International Inc All rights reserved All trade names are registered trademarks o...

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