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Wireless G Router
User Manual
8820-00118 Rev. A01 F5D7234-4
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Table of Con Ten Ts t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 Introduction � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 1 Securing your Wi-Fi Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 WEP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 Benefits of a Home Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Using Wi-Fi Protected S
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G 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. benefits of a Home n etwor
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Placement of your Router for o ptimal Performance Important f actors for Placement and setup • Ensure that your Router’s networking antennas are parallel to each Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your to your Router. Typical indoor operating range for wireless devices is Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas a
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3� Cordless Phones 4� Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless network If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending In locations where homes or offices are close together, such as to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone: apartment buildings or office complexes, there may be wireless networks nearby that can conflict with yours. • Try moving cordless phones away from the Router and yo
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InTR od UCTIon t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5� secure Connections, VPns, and aol Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power are used where security is important. Secure connections include: management setting, which causes it to “go to sleep.” The easiest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by rerunning the VPN or • Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connec
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PRod UCT oV eRVIeW t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Product f eatures na T IP address sharing 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 Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the your new Belkin Wireless G Router an ideal solution for your home or single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while small office network. saving the cost
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PRod UCT oV eRVIeW t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 support for VPn Pass-Through Integrated 802� 11g Wireless access Point If you connect to your office network from home using a VPN 802.11g is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates connection, your Router will allow your VPN-equipped computer to pass up to 54Mbps, nearly five times faster than 802.11b. through the Router and to your office network. MaC address f iltering built-In d ynamic Host Configurati
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the Package Contents cables exit from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router • Belkin G Wireless Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual • Belkin RJ
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 C� Router/Power status a � Internet status When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time This unique icon shows you when the Router is connected to the elapses while the Router boots up. During this time, the “router” icon Internet. When the light is off, the Router is NOT connected to the blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon Internet. When the light is blink
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 G� Wi-f i Protected setup (WPs) button e� Wireless-Computer status WPS Off Wireless computer is not present Wireless computer is connected Solid Green This button is used for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup™ feature. Please refer to the Router to the “Changing the Wireless Security Settings” section. Data is transmitting between the Blinking Green Router and wireless computer(s) f� Wireless security Off Wireless security
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Kno WIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 H � Connection to Modem – yellow This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that (H) (I) (J) (K) was provided with the Router to connect the modem to this port. Use of a cable other than the cable supplied with the Router may not work properly. I� Connections to Computers – Gray Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-upl
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Verify the contents of your box� you should have the following: setup assistant • Belkin G Wireless Router Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router • Quick Installation Guide up and running in minutes. The Setup Assistant requires that your • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD with User Manual Window
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 [1] Make sure your DSL or cable line is plugged into Put the Router next to your DSL or cable modem. your modem. WAN LAN [2] Remove the power cord from Connect the modem to the Router’s “modem” Connect your computer to the Router with your DSL or cable modem. port with an Ethernet cable. (Your computer another Ethernet cable (temporarily, if need be). might be plugged into the modem already.) W
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setup CD WAN LAN [3] Plug in your modem and make sure it turns Plug the Router’s power supply into the Router Put the CD into your computer. If the Setup on. If your modem is already on, unplug it, and a power outlet. Assistant doesn’t run automatically, browse the wait a few seconds, and plug it back in. CD, find the Setup Assistant icon, and run it. IMPo RTan T: Run the setup assistant from the
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 n ote for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up select Country automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue. double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup Assistant. Wireless G Router 14
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Confirmation screen Progress screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. setup has been completed. Wireless G Router 15
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2� 1 Checking settings 2� 2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet. Wireless G Router 16
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2� 3 n aming your Wireless network 2� 4 Requesting Internet account Info (if needed) The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes. 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 somet
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ConneCTI n G and Conf IGURIn G yo UR Ro UTeR t able of c ontents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 If your Internet account requires a login and password, you 2� 5 Configuring the Router will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to Click “Next” to continue. the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is reboo
