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KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
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KNOWING YOUR ROUTER
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6. Reset Button
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 restore the factory default
settings by using the Reset button. Use the restore option in instances where
you may have forgotten your custom password.
a. Resetting the Router
Push and release the Reset button. The lights on the Router will
momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the
Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete.
b. Restoring the Factory Defaults
Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds then release it. The
lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will
begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the
restore is complete.
7. WAN Port
This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. To ensure proper
functioning, use the cable that was provided with your modem to connect the
modem to this port.
Note: Using a cable other than the cable supplied with your cable or DSL modem
may cause malfunctioning.
8. LAN Ports
The LAN ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation/auto-uplinking (auto MDI-X)
ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1–4.
These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router.
9. Power Jack
Connect the included 5V DC power supply to this jack.
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PLACEMENT OF YOUR ROUTER
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Proper placement of your Router is important to ensure the best performance of
your wireless network. Typically, indoors your Wireless Router can provide a
circular coverage area of 250 feet or more. However, different types of
construction materials and other obstructions in a building can greatly affect the
wireless signal and decrease the range. Whenever possible, your Router should be
placed as close as possible to the center of the area that you want to cover. In
multi-story homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to the center of
the home as possible; this may mean placing the Router on an upper floor.
Use care when choosing the location of your Router
• Be aware of appliances or large objects such as a refrigerator or washer/dryer
unit that may be on the opposite side of a wall from where you decide to
place your Router.
• Place the Router on top of a desk and away from metal cabinets and
computer cases.
• Do not place objects or components on top of the Router.
• Make sure that both antennas are pointing UP at all times.
• Metallic-based UV window tint can affect wireless performance. Do not place
the Router next to a tinted window.
We realize that in the real world, it may not be possible to place your Router in
the center of your coverage area. In cases where you may experience difficulty
covering the entire area you want, try placing the Router as high as possible.
Wireless devices work best in a line-of-sight situation where there are no
obstacles between the wireless computer and the Router. The Router may also
be mounted to a wall with the antennas facing UP. There are other options for
expanding your wireless coverage area. Visit www.networking.belkin.com
for solutions.
The wireless signal can be affected by many things including neighboring
wireless networks, microwave ovens in operation, and 2.4GHz cordless phones.
While these things can affect the network performance, your wireless network
typically will work fine under most conditions where these devices exist.
Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
• Belkin Wireless Router
• Vertical Mounting Base (optional use)
• Category 5 networking cable (for connection of the Router to the computer)
• Power supply
• Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD
• User Manual
Modem Requirements
Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many
modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a
modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this
time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation
procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type
of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has
an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.
Ethernet
USB
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CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER
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CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER
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Easy Install Wizard
Belkin has provided our Easy Install Wizard 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 Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98SE, Me, 2000,
or XP computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the
Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation. If it is not,
you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this manual to configure
your Router. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than
Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate
Setup Method” section of this manual.
Step 1: Run the Easy Install Wizard Software
1.1
Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time.
1.2
Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now
directly connected to the cable or DSL modem.
DO NOT CONNECT THE
ROUTER AT THIS TIME.
•
The Easy Install Wizard CD-ROM
•
The Router
•
The Router power supply
•
Category 5 networking cable
•
This User Manual
1.3
Turn off any firewall or Internet connection sharing software on
your computer.
Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, XP
1.4a
Insert the Easy Install Wizard software CD into your CD–ROM Drive. The Easy
Installation Wizard screen will automatically appear on your screen within
15 seconds. If it does not, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer”
and double-click on the file named “Setup” on the CD-ROM.
Mac OS X v10.x Users
1.4b
If you are running Mac OS X v10.x, a CD icon will show up on the desktop
called “Belkin Easy Install”. Click on the icon. In the window that opens,
click on the file called “Easy Install OSX.dmg”. This will mount a drive called
“Easy Install OSX.dmg” on the desktop. Click on the drive. In the window,
click on “Easy Install OSX” to run the Wizard.
Mac OS 9.x Users
1.4c
If you are running Mac OS 9.x, a CD icon will show up on the desktop called
“Belkin Easy Install”. Click on the CD icon. In the window, click on the file
called “Easy Install OS9”.
Step 2: Follow the Easy Install Wizard to Complete the Installation
2.1
Click on “Set Up the Router” to begin.
IMPORTANT:
Run the Easy Install Wizard from the computer that
is directly connected to the cable or DSL modem.
DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.
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2.2
Welcome Screen
The Wizard welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected the
Router at this point. If you have connected your Router, please reconnect your
computer directly to the modem. Click “Next” when you are ready to move on.
2.3 License Agreement
Please read the license agreement in the window. When you are finished, select
“I agree” if you want to continue using the software. Click “I disagree” if you do
not want to continue. Click “Next” to move on.
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2.4 Examining Settings
The Wizard will now examine your computer’s settings and gather information
needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet.
2.5 Multi-NICs Screen
This screen will appear ONLY if you have more than one network adapter
installed in your computer. If you have more than one network adapter installed
in your computer, the Wizard will need to know which adapter is connected to
your modem. Select the network card that is connected to your modem from the
list and click “Next”. If you are not sure which adapter to choose, select the
adapter at the top of the list. If you mistakenly choose the wrong adapter now,
you will be able to choose a different one later.
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CONNECTING AND CONFIGURING YOUR ROUTER
2.6 PPPoE Connection Detected
If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a password, the
Wizard will ask you to type in your user name and password. If your connection
type does not require a user name and password, you will not see this screen.
Your user name and password is provided to you by your Internet Service
Provider. If you have to type in a user name and password to connect to the
Internet, then type that same user name and password in here. Your user name
looks something like “[email protected]” or simply “myname”. The service
name is optional and is very rarely required by your ISP. If you don’t know your
service name, leave this blank. When you have entered your information, click
“Next” to move on.
Step 3: Connect the Router to your Modem and Computer
The Wizard will ask you to connect your Router. Follow the steps on the screen,
or do the following:
3.1
Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power supply from
the modem.
3.2
Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem and your
computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the other end
connected to your modem.
3.3
Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port on the
back of the Router labeled “Internet/WAN”.
3.4
Connect the new network cable from the back of the computer to one of
the ports labeled “1–4”.
Note: It does not matter which numbered port
you choose.
3.5
Turn on your cable or DSL modem by reconnecting the power supply to
the modem.
3.6
Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into the wall,
then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack.
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Computer that was
originally connected to
the cable or DSL modem
New network cable
(to computer)
Existing network cable
(came with modem)
Cable or
DSL modem
To
Power Adapter
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