Belkin F506230-3 User manual

F5D6230-3
Belkin Wireless
Cable/DSL
Gateway Router
ser Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3
Knowing your Belkin Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Quick Setup
Setting up Your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Configure your computers' networking settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
General Setup
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
STEP 1: Obtain information about your Internet Service
Provider (ISP) and your network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–19
STEP 2: Connect your computers to Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-22
STEP 3a: Setup your computers for networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23–32
STEP 3b: Setting up Wireless Computers for Connection to the Router . . 33-34
Step 4: Configuring your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router
(the Router) for connection to the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-46
Wireless Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-48
Other Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-55
Wireless Networking Using 802.11b . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-59
Glossary of Wireless Networking Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61
Glossary of Wired Networking Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-63
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-66
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67-69

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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 network your
computers and share your Internet connection. The following is a list
of features that make your new Router an ideal solution for your home
or small office network.
Key Features
Integrated Wireless 802.11b Access Point
Wide Area Coverage at High Speeds
The Belkin Wireless Access Point provides coverage over an indoor area
up to 300 feet in radius and an outdoor area over 1800 feet in radius.
Up to 128-bit Security Encryption
Your Router is capable of encrypting (scrambling) the transmitted
radio waves so you can be sure that your data is secure. This optional
feature allows you to encrypt at 64-bits or 128-bits using a key that
you enter yourself.
Web-Based User Interface
Setting up the Router’s functions is done through your web browser. You
can do this easily 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.
NAT Firewall Security
Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to protect your
network from the outside world by isolating it from the Internet. NAT
monitors all of the data coming in from the Internet and will only let
through the information you want.
Integrated 10/100 3-Port Switch
The Router has a built-in, 3-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.

Introduction
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Built-in DHCP Server
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 Media Access Control (MAC)
addresses (unique client identifiers) that are allowed access to your
wireless network. Every computer equipped with a wireless network
adapter 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
•Wireless roaming with a laptop around the home or office
Offers the freedom of networking—without cables.
•Difficult-to-wire environments
Enables networking in buildings with solid or finished walls, or open
areas where wiring is difficult to install.
•Frequently changing environments
Adapts easily in offices or environments that frequently rearrange or
change locations.
•Temporary LANs for special projects or peak time
Sets up temporary networks such as at trade shows, exhibitions and
constructions sites, which need networks on a short-term basis—Also
companies who need additional workstations for a peak activity period.
•SOHO (Small Office/Home Office) networking needs
Provides the easy and quick small network installation SOHO users need.

Introduction
Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Gateway Router
• Power Supply
• Belkin SOHO Networking 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 wired or wireless network
interface adapter
• TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer
• CAT5e networking cable (or better)
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 4.0 or later, or Netscape 4.0 or later
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Knowing your Belkin Router
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The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop or mounted to a
wall. The unique vertical design minimizes the desktop space required. All of
the cables exit from the rear of the Belkin 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.
Front Panel
Ready Light—When lit, indicates that the unit is receiving power.
Wireless Status Light—When lit, indicates that the Wireless Router’s wireless
radio is enabled.
WAN Link Status
• Link—indicates that there is an active connection with the cable or DSL
modem. If this light is off, the link is not established.
• Activity—When the WAN link status light is flashing, this means that data
is flowing between the Router and the cable or DSL modem.
Adjustable
Antennas
Ready Light
Indicates the power
is on or off
Wireless Status Light
Provides the status of
the Wireless LAN
Port Activity/Status Lights
Provide information about
the network
WAN Link Status Light
Provides information about the connec-
tion to the cable or DSL modem
Front Panel

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Port Activity/Status Lights
• Link—Solid indicates that there is a link between the Router and the
computer connected to that port.
• Activity—When an activity light is flashing, data is flowing between the
Router and the computer connected to that port.
Rear Panel
Power Input Jack—Connect 5V DC power supply.
WAN Port—Connect the network cable from the cable or DSL modem to
the WAN port.
LAN Ports—Numbered 1–3. Connect the network cable from your PCs to
these ports. Note: the computers do not need to be connected sequentially.
For example, in a two-computer network you can connect one computer to
Port 3 and another to Port 1.
Rear Panel
Manual Reset
Used to reset the Router and
restore all factory defaults
WAN Port
Connect your cable or DSL
modem to this port
DC Power Jack
Connect the included power
supply to this jack
LAN Ports
Connect your PCs to these ports

Quick Set up
6
If you are familiar with networking, you can use this Quick Setup
procedure to setup your Router. If you need more detail to setup your
Router, please read further into this manual.
Setting up the Router is accomplished in 3 easy steps
1. Connect the Router to your network.
2. Configure your computers' networking settings.
3. Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings.
Connect the Router to your network.
1. Power down your equipment.
2. Connect a network cable between each of your PCs and the Router.
Connect each PC to one of the ports on the rear of the Router
labeled LAN.
3. Connect a network
cable between the
Router and your
cable or DSL
modem. Be sure
this cable is
plugged into the port
labeled “WAN” on
the Router.
4. Power on the cable
or DSL modem.
5. Connect the
power adapter to
the Router.
6. After the cable or DSL modem and the Router are turned on, the Router’s
WAN link light should be on. This indicates that the modem and the
Router are connected to each other.
7. Turn on the rest of your computers. After your computers boot up, a LAN
link light (on the front of the Router) will be on for each port to which a
wired computer is connected. These lights are your means to verify that
your computers are connected.
Quick Set up–Setting up Your Belkin Wireless Cable/DSL Router

Quick Set up–Configure your computers' networking settings
1. Configure the TCP/IP settings on your computers to obtain an IP address
automatically. The Router will use DHCP to assign each computer an IP
address in the range of 192.168.2.x.
2. Restart each computer and verify the network connection. Using the
“Network Neighborhood” or “My Network Places”, be sure that you can
view each connected machine.
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Quick Set up–Configure the Router to your ISP’s settings
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1. Using the computer that was originally connected directly to the cable or
DSL modem, launch your browser. Note: You can access the setup utility
from any computer on the network, however, use the original computer
for this procedure at this time.
2. In the address bar, type the following address: 192.168.2.1. The Router
login screen will appear.
If this is the first time you are accessing the Router, or you have not set
a password for the Router, there is no need to enter a password.
Click “Login”.