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Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router User Manual
F5D6231-4
Wireless Cable/DSL
Gateway Router
Share your broadband Internet
connection without cables
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Knowing your Belkin Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Placement of your Wireless Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Connecting and Configuring your Cable/DSL Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Alternate Setup Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Manually Configuring Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Recommended Web Browser Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway 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.
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 98, 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, 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. Youll 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 Routers 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.
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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.
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.
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Package Contents
Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router
Vertical Mounting Base (optional use)
Category 5 Networking Cable
Power Supply
Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD
User Manual
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
CAT5 networking cable (or better)
Microsoft� Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape� 4.0 or later
Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements
A PC running Windows 98, Me, 2000, or XP
Minimum 64MB RAM
Internet Browser
NOTE: At the time of printing, a version of the Easy Install Wizard was not
available for Mac OS users. Please check www.networking.belkin.com to see if a
Mac OS version of the Easy Install Wizard is now available.
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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-Ready LED
OFF
Wireless Network is OFF
Solid Green
Wireless Network is Ready
3.
LAN Port-Status LEDs
These LEDs are labeled 14 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-Tx 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
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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
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
5
(5)
(10)
Rear Panel
Front Panel
Port Number
Labeling
Antenna
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5.
Connected LED
This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the Internet.