Belkin Range Extender/ Access Point User manual

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User Manual
F5D7132
Increase your wireless coverage
Wireless G Universal
Range Extender/
Access Point

1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Advantages of a Wireless Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware
for Optimal Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Configuring the WURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Configuring as a Wireless Access Point. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Configuring as a Wireless G Universal Range Extender . . . . . . . 12
Auto Connect Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4 Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. . . . . . 16
Wireless > Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Using the Wireless Mode Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Changing the Wireless Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Using the Broadcast SSID Feature. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Protected Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Repeater Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Securing your Wi-Fi® Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
WEP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
WPA Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
MAC Address Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
5 Changing System Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Setting or Changing the Administrator Password . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Restoring Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Saving a Current Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Restoring a Previous Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Updating Firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
7 Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Table of Contents

Introduction
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Universal Range
Extender (WURE) and welcome to the world of wireless networking.
Now you can take advantage of this new high-speed wireless
technology and gain the freedom to connect to your home or office
network without using cables. This product acts as a wireless range
extender and access point. The easy installation and setup will have
you networking wirelessly in minutes. Please be sure to read through
this User Manual completely, and pay special attention to the section
entitled “Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal
Performance” on the next page. By following our simple setup
instructions, you will be able to use your Belkin Home Network to:
• 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 among 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
Advantages of a Wireless Network
• Mobility – you 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 – Belkin Easy Installation Wizards make 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
let 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
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Placement of your Wireless Networking Hardware for Optimal
Performance
Access Point Mode: Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer
your computer is to your wireless Wireless Universal Repeater (WURE)
Typical indoor operating range for your 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 computer and
the WURE increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you
move farther from your WURE connection speed may decrease. The
signal quality can be greatly affected by obstacles as well as other factors
such as, metal surfaces, electrical appliances, and walls.
Universal repeater Mode: Out of the box the WURE will automatically
connect to the wireless network AP/ Router that has the strongest signal.
It is advisable to initiate the initial connection in close proximity to the
Wireless Access Point /Router that you want the WURE to connect to.
This way, a connection to the wrong Wireless network can be avoided.
Once satisfied the connection to the correct network has been
established, the WURE can be placed in a position approximately half
way between the Router /Access Point and your wireless computer(s).
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 from the wireless router (or access
point) 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 (or Access Point) Placement
Place your wireless router (or access point), 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):
• Ensure that your wireless router’s (or access point’s) networking
antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward
the ceiling). If your wireless router (or access point) itself is positioned
vertically, point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction.
• In multistory homes, place the wireless router (or access point) on a floor
that is as close to the center of the home as possible. This may mean
placing the wireless router (or access point) on an upper floor.
• Try not to place the wireless router (or access point) near a cordless
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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your wireless router (or access point) 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 wireless router or access point).
3. Cordless Phone Placement
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 wireless routers (or
access points) 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 wireless router (or access point) to channel
11. See your phone’s user manual for detailed instructions.
• If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz or 5GHz
cordless phone.
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 LAN Utility
of your wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that
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wireless router (or access point) 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 in your User Manual. These guidelines
should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your
wireless router (or access point).
5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL
Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and
are used where security is important. Secure connections include:
• Virtual Private Network (VPN) connections, often used to connect
remotely to an office network
• The “Bring Your Own Access” program from America Online (AOL),
which lets you use AOL through broadband provided by another cable
or DSL service
• Most online banking websites
• Many commercial websites that require a user name and password to
access your account
Secure connections can be interrupted by a computer’s power
management setting, which causes the computer to “go to sleep.”
The simplest solution to avoid this is to simply reconnect by re-running
the VPN or AOL software, or by re-logging into the secure website. A
second alternative is to change your computer’s power management
settings so it does not go to sleep; however, this may not be
appropriate for portable computers. To change your power management
setting under
Windows, see the “Power Options” item in the Control Panel. If you continue
to have difficulty with Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL, please
review the steps above to be sure you have addressed these issues.
For more information regarding our networking products, visit our website
at www.belkin.com/networking or call Belkin Technical Support at:
US: 877-736-5771
310-898-1100 ext. 2263
Europe: 00 800 223 55 460
Australia: 1800 235 546
New Zealand: 0800 235 546
Singapore: 800 616 1790

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The WURE is designed to be positioned horizontally on a desktop, or
wall-mounted. All of the cables exit from the rear of the WURE for better
organization and utility. The LED indicators are easily visible on the front of the
WURE to provide you with information about network activity and status.
Front Panel
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LAN LED
Searching LED
Wireless LED
Power LED
OFF WURE power off
Solid Green WURE power on
Searching LED
Solid Red Error
Blinking Red Searching
Wireless LED
OFF No wireless connection available
Blinking Green Receiving/transmitting data
Solid Green WURE is ready
LAN LED
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Power Jack
Connect the included 4.5V DC power supply to this jack.
RJ45 Ethernet Jack
Connect an Ethernet cable to this socket, and connect to an open
RJ45 10Base-T or 100Base-Tx port on a switch, hub, or router.
Auto Connect Button
The “Auto Connect” button will automatically connect and set up your
WURE to a wireless network. It is as simple as pushing a button.
Reset Button
The “Reset” button is to be used in the unlikely event that your WURE
malfunctions. Resetting the WURE restores its normal operation while
maintaining the programmed “settings”. You can also restore the
factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use the restore
option if, for example, you have forgotten your password.
a. Resetting the WURE
Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the WURE
will momentarily flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to
blink. When the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the
reset is complete.
b. Restoring the Factory Defaults
Press and hold the “Reset” button for 10 seconds, then release
it. The lights on the WURE will momentarily flash. The “Power/
Ready” light will begin to blink. When the “Power/Ready” light
becomes solid again, the restore is complete.
Rotatable Dipole Antenna
An omnidirectional dipole antenna is located on the back of the
WURE. The antennas can rotate 180 degrees. The antenna should be
oriented in the vertical position for best performance.
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Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless G Wireless Universal Range Extender
• Detachable Antenna
• Power Supply
• User Manual
• Quick Installation Guide
• Ethernet Cable
• Easy Installation Wizard Software CD-ROM
System Requirements
• At least one computer with an installed 802.11g or 802.11b-
compliant wireless Ethernet 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
Specifications
Wireless:
Radio Technology Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
• IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u 10/100Base-Tx, auto-negotiation, auto-MDIX
802.11g:
• Network Standard IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi) and IEEE 802.11g compliance
• OFDM; 802.11b: CCK (11Mbps, 5.5Mbps), DQPSK (2Mbps),
DBPSK (1Mbps)
• Operating Frequencies: 2.412–2.497GHz
• Operating Channels 802.11g: 13 for North America, 13 for Europe
(ETSI), 14 for Japan
802.11b:
11 for North America, 14 for Japan, 13 for Europe (ETSI)
Security:
• WEP (64- and 128-bit keys) Open, Shared Authentication
• WPA-PSK (TKIP, AES)
• WPA2-PSK (AES)
Management: Browser-based
Maximum Users: 32 (WLAN)
Ports: 1 10/100Base-Tx RJ45 port (LAN)
1 power jack
1 reset button
1 Auto Connect button
LEDs: Power, Searching, LAN, Wireless