Belkin F5D7234-4v3 Router Manual PDF (Setup & Configuration Guide)

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G Wireless Router
User Manual
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Securing your Wi-Fi Network � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �49
WEP Setup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �52
Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �54
WPA Setup� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �55
Setting WPA/WPA2� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �56
Guest Access
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Using the Access Point Mode
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Configuring the Firewall
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Setting MAC Address Filtering � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �63
Enabling the DMZ � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �64
Utilities Tab
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Restarting the Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �66
Updating the Firmware � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �69
7 Manually Configuring Network Settings � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �75
8 Recommended Web Browser Settings
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9 Troubleshooting � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �82
10 Information � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �99
1 Introduction
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Benefits of a Home Network� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �1
Advantages of a Wireless Network
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Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �2
2 Product Overview � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �5
Product Features� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �5
3 Knowing your Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
Package Contents� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
System Requirements� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �7
4 Connecting and Configuring your Router � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 11
5 Alternate Setup Method � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �25
6 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Changing LAN Settings� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 41
Viewing the DHCP Client List Page � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �43
Configuring the Wireless Network Settings� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � �43
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G Wireless Router (the Router)� The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home
networking and outline best practices for maximizing your wireless home network range and performance� Please be sure to
read through this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section entitled “Placement of your Router for Optimal
Performance” on page 2�
Advantages of a Wireless Network
Mobility – you’ll no longer need a dedicated “computer
room”—now you can work on a networked laptop or desktop
computer anywhere within your wireless range
Easy installation – The Belkin Setup Assistant software makes
setup simple
Flexibility – set up and access printers, computers, and other
networking devices from anywhere in your home
Easy expansion – the wide range of Belkin networking products
lets you expand your network to include devices such as printers
and gaming consoles
No cabling required – you can spare the expense and hassle of
retrofitting Ethernet cabling throughout the home or office
Widespread industry acceptance – choose from a wide range of
interoperable networking products
Share one high-speed Internet connection with all the
computers
in your home
Share resources, such as files and hard drives among all the
connected computers in your home
Share a single printer with the entire family
Share documents, music, video, and digital pictures
Store, retrieve, and copy files from one computer to another
Simultaneously play games online, check Internet email, and chat
Benefits of a Home Network
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Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each
other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling)� If your
Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as
possible in an upward direction�
In multistory 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�
Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone�
2� Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router near devices that may emit 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
If your wireless signal seems weak in some spots, make sure that
objects such as these are not blocking the signal’s path (between your
computers and Router)�
Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is
to your Router� Typical indoor operating range for 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 Router and connected devices
increases� This may or may not be noticeable to you� As you move
farther from your Router, connection speed may decrease� 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 that might be
related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a
position between five and 10 feet away from the Router in order to see if
distance is the problem� If difficulties persist even at close range, please
contact Belkin Technical Support�
Note:
While some of the items listed below can affect network
performance, they will not prohibit your wireless network from
functioning; if you are concerned that your network is not operating at
its maximum effectiveness, this checklist may help�
1� Wireless Router Placement
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as
close as possible to the center of your wireless network devices�
To achieve the best wireless network coverage for your “wireless clients”
(i�e�, computers enabled by Belkin Wireless Notebook Network Cards,
Wireless Desktop Network Cards, and Wireless USB Adapters):
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4� Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network
In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as
apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless
networks nearby that can conflict with yours�
Use the Site Survey capabilities found in the wireless utility of your
wireless adapter or card to locate any other wireless networks that
are available (see your wireless adapter’s or card’s user manual), and
move your Router 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 with your
Wireless Network Card or Adapter� See your Network Card’s user
guide for more information�
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area
with your Router� Should you need to cover an even wider area, we
suggest the Belkin Wireless G Universal Range Extender/Access Point�
3� Cordless Phones
If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending
to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone:
Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and your
wireless-enabled computers�
Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone
that operates on the 2�4GHz band (check the manufacturer’s
information)� If this fixes the problem, your phone may
be interfering�
If your phone supports channel selection, change the channel on
the phone to the farthest channel from your wireless network� For
example, change the phone to channel 1 and move your Router to
channel 11� See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions�
If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz cordless phone�

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