Belkin F5D6231-4 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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User Manual
F5D6231-4
Belkin Corporation
501 West Walnut Street
Compton • CA • 90220 • USA
Tel: 310.898.1100
Fax: 310.898.1111
Belkin Components, Ltd.
Express Business Park • Shipton Way
Rushden • NN10 6GL • United Kingdom
Tel: +44 (0) 1933 35 2000
Fax: +44 (0) 1933 31 2000
Belkin Components B.V.
Starparc Building • Boeing Avenue 333
1119 PH Schiphol-Rijk • The Netherlands
Tel: +31 (0) 20 654 7300
Fax: +31 (0) 20 654 7349
Belkin, Ltd.
7 Bowen Crescent • West Gosford
NSW 2250 • Australia
Tel:
+61 (0) 2 4372 8600
Fax: +61 (0) 2 4372 8603
Belkin Tech Support
US: 877.736.5771
310.898.1100 ext. 2263
Europe: 00 800 223 55 460
Australia: 1800 666 040
P74122-B
© 2003 Belkin Corporation. All rights reserved. All trade names are
registered trademarks of respective manufacturers listed. Mac, Mac OS, Apple, AppleTalk, AirPort, and Macintosh
are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
belkin.com
Wireless Router
Share your broadband Internet connection
without running cables
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Key Features
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Package Contents
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Knowing your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Placement of your Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Connecting and Configuring your Router
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Alternate Setup Method
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Manually Configuring Network Settings
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71
Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76
Troubleshooting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Router (the Router). 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 Router an ideal solution
for your home or small office network.
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OVERVIEW
2
OVERVIEW
3
Key Features
Easy Install Wizard
The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This
automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the
Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). In a matter of
minutes, your Router will be up and running on the Internet.
NOTE: Easy Install Wizard software is compatible with Windows 98SE, Me, 2000,
and XP. If you are using another operating system, the Router can be set up using
the Alternative Method described in this manual.
Integrated Wireless Connectivity
The Router has an integrated 802.11b Wi-Fi Access Point that allows you to
connect wireless-equipped computers to the network without wires.
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, AppleTalk®, Linux®, Windows® 95, 98, 98SE, Me, NT®, 2000, and
XP, and others. All that is needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter
that supports TCP/IP (the standard language of the Internet).
Front-Panel Connected LED Display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in
operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to the
Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and status-
monitoring procedures.
Vertical or Horizontal Desktop Application
Your Router can stand vertically on the desktop to save space, or lay down flat
on a shelf or under your modem. The included vertical mounting base lets you
decide how to position the Router.
Web-Based Advanced User Interface
You can set up the Router’s advanced functions easily through your web browser,
without having to install additional software onto the computer. There are no
disks to install or keep track of and, best of all, you can make changes and
perform setup functions from any computer on the network quickly and easily.
NAT IP Address Sharing
Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP
address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost
of adding additional IP addresses to your Internet service account.
SPI Firewall
Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a
wide array of common hacker attacks including IP Spoofing, Land Attack, Ping of
Death (PoD), Denial of Service (DoS), IP with zero length, Smurf Attack, TCP Null
Scan, SYN flood, UDP flooding, Tear Drop Attack, ICMP defect, RIP defect, and
fragment flooding.
Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch
The Router has a built-in, 4-port network switch to allow your wired computers
to share printers, data and MP3 files, digital photos, and much more. The switch
features automatic detection so it will adjust to the speed of connected devices.
The switch will transfer data between computers and the Internet simultaneously
without interrupting or consuming resources.
Universal Plug-and-Play (UPnP) Compatibility
UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) 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) on-board makes for the
easiest possible connection of a network. The DHCP server will assign IP
addresses to each computer automatically so there is no need for a complicated
networking setup.
MAC Address Filtering
For added security, you can set up a list of MAC addresses (unique client identifiers)
that are allowed access to your network. Every computer has its own MAC
address. Simply enter these MAC addresses into a list using the web-based user
interface and you can control access to your network.
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OVERVIEW
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OVERVIEW
Applications and Advantages
• Economically connect multiple computers to a single Internet connection
• SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs
Provides the easy and quick small network installation SOHO users need.
Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless Router
• Vertical Mounting Base (optional use)
• Category 5 networking cable
• Power Supply
• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD
• User Manual
• Warranty Registration Card
Minimum System Requirements
• 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 on each computer
• RJ45 Ethernet networking cable
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape® 4.0 or later
Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements
• A PC running Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP or a Mac computer running Mac
OS 9.x or OS X
• Minimum 64MB RAM
• Internet Browser
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KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
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KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
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The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically or
horizontally, or it may be mounted to a wall. The slim design minimizes the
desktop space required when placed vertically. All of the 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 you with information about network
activity and status.
1. Power/Ready LED
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 “Power/Ready” LED blinks.
When the Router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED becomes a
SOLID light, indicating the Router is ready for use.
OFF
Router is OFF
Blinking Green
Router is Booting Up
Solid Green
Router is Ready
2. Wireless Network LED
OFF
Wireless Network is OFF
Green
Wireless Network is Ready
3. LAN Port-Status LEDs
These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the 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. GREEN means a 10Base-T device is
connected, AMBER means a 100Base-T device is connected. When information is
being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly.
OFF
No Device is Linked to the Port
Green
10Base-T Device Connected
Orange
100Base-Tx Device Connected
Blinking (Orange or Green)
Port Activity
4. WAN Status LED
This LED lights in GREEN to indicate that your modem is connected properly to
the Router. It blinks rapidly when information is being sent over the port
between the Router and the modem.
OFF
No WAN Link
Solid Green
Good WAN Link
Blinking Green
WAN Activity
5. Connected 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 status of your Router’s connection.
OFF
Router is not Connected to the Internet
Blinking Green
Router is Attempting to Connect to the Internet
Solid Green
Router is Connected to the Internet
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