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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings

The Wireless tab lets you make changes to the wireless network

settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network

name (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and

configure the Router to be used as an access point.

Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID)

To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service

Set Identifier) is used. The default SSID of the Router is “belkin54g”.

You can change this to anything you want to or you can leave it

unchanged. If there are other wireless networks operating in your

area, you will want to make sure that your SSID is unique (does not

match that of another wireless network in the area). To change the

SSID, type in the SSID that you want to use in the SSID field

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click “Apply Changes”

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change to the SSID, your wireless-equipped computers may also need

to be reconfigured to connect to your new network name. Refer to the

documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on

making this change.

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Using the Wireless Mode Switch

Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “802.11g-

Auto”, “802.11g-Only”, and “802.11g-LRS”. The different modes are

explained below.

802.11g-Auto Mode

In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g

wireless clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and

ensures successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If

you have a mix of 802.11b and 802.11g clients in your network, we

recommend setting the Router to 802.11g-Auto mode. This setting

should only be changed if you have a specific reason to do so.

802.11g-Only Mode

802.11g-Only mode works with 802.11g clients only. This mode

is recommended only if you want to prevent 802.11b clients from

accessing your network. To switch modes, select the desired

mode from the “Wireless Mode” drop-down box. Then, click

“Apply Changes”.

802.11g-LRS Mode

We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very

specific reason to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique

problems that may occur with some 802.11b client adapters and is

NOT necessary for interoperability of 802.11g and 802.11b standards.

When to Use 802.11g-LRS Mode

In some cases, older 802.11b clients may not be compatible with

802.11g wireless. These adapters tend to be of inferior design and

may use older drivers or technology. 802.11g-LRS (Limited Rate

Support) allows these clients to be compatible with the newer

802.11g technology. Switching to this mode can solve problems that

sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are using

a client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first check

with the adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update. If there

is no driver update available, switching to 802.11g-LRS mode may

fix your problem.

Please note that switching to 802.11g-LRS mode may

decrease 802.11g performance slightly

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Using High-Speed Mode

The Router supports two High-Speed modes, 125HSM* mode and

Frame Bursting mode.

Selecting “125HSM mode” will result in all devices running in 125HSM

mode if all devices are capable of 125Mbps speeds. If any

non-125HSM device connects or associates with the network, the

Router will automatically shift the entire network back to Frame

Bursting mode.

Selecting “Frame Bursting” will result in all devices capable of

Frame Bursting to function in Frame Bursting mode, and all clients

not capable, to operate in normal 802.11g modes. Frame Bursting

mode supports both Frame Bursting-enabled devices and non-Frame

Bursting-enabled devices simultaneously. Frame Bursting mode is

based on the unreleased 802.11e specification.

Selecting “Off” will disable Turbo mode.

*When operating in High-Speed Mode, this Wi-Fi device may achieve an actual throughput

of up to or greater than 34.1Mbps, which is the equivalent throughput of a system following

802.11g protocol and operating at a signaling rate of 125Mbps. Actual throughput will vary

depending on environmental operational and other factors.

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Changing the Wireless Channel

There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In

the United States and Australia, there are 11 channels. In the United

Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small

number of other countries, there are other channel requirements.

Your Router is configured to operate on the proper channels for

the country you reside in. The default channel is 11 (unless you are

in a country that does not allow channel 11). The channel can be

changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in

your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is

different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use

a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless

network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11,

then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel,

select the channel from the drop-down list. Click “Apply Changes”.

The change is immediate.

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Using the Broadcast SSID Feature

Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.

For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID.

Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that

are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the

broadcast of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to

“Broadcast SSID”, and then click “Apply Changes”. The change is

immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to connect to your

specific SSID; an SSID of “ANY” will no longer be accepted. Refer to

the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information

on making this change.

Protected Mode Switch

As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected Mode ensures proper

operation of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy

802.11b traffic in the operating environment. When Protected mode

is ON, 802.11g scans for other wireless network traffic before it

transmits data. Therefore, using this mode in environments with

HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference achieves best performance

results. If you are in an environment with very little—or no—other

wireless network traffic, your best performance will be achieved with

Protected mode OFF.

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