Belkin F5D7230-4 User manual

Wireless Broadband Router
User Manual

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May 26, 2004 Rev.10

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Safety Instructions
For Installation
• Use only the type of power source indicated on the
marking labels.
• Use only the power adapter supplied with the product.
• Do not overload wall outlet or extension cords as this may
increase the risk of electric shock or file. If the power cord
is frayed, replace it with a new one.
• Proper ventilation is necessary to prevent the product
overheating. Do not block or cover the slots and openings
on the device, which are intended for ventilation and
proper operation. It is recommended to mount the product
with a stack.
• Do not place the product near any source of heat or
expose it to direct sunshine.
• Do not expose the product to moisture. Never spill any
liquid on the product.
• Do not attempt to connect with any computer accessory or
electronic product without instructions from qualified
service personnel. This may result in risk of electronic
shock or file.
• Do not place this product on an unstable stand or table.
For Using
• Power off and unplug this product from the wall outlet
when it is not in use or before cleaning. Pay attention to
the temperature of the power adapter. The temperature
might be high.
• After powering off the product, power on the product at
least 15 seconds later.
• Do not block the ventilating openings of this product.
• When the product is expected to be not in use for a period
of time, unplug the power cord of the product to prevent it
from the damage of storm or sudden increases in rating.

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For Service
Do not attempt to disassemble or open covers of this unit yourself.
Nor should you attempt to service the product yourself, which may
void the user’s authority to operate it. Contact qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
• If the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
• If liquid has been spilled into the product.
• If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the product does not operate normally when the
operating instructions are followed.
• If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
• If the product exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of
the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
"Belkin declare that F5D7230-4 (11g DSL/Cable Router) is limited in
CH1~CH11 by specified firmware controlled in USA."

IMPORTANT NOTE:
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth
for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your
body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
INFORMATION TO USER:
The users manual or instruction manual for an intentional or
unintentional radiator shall caution the user that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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About This User Manual
For brevity, throughout this manual the “Wireless Broadband
Router” is referred to as “the router” or “the device” and following
terms or abbreviations are used interchangeably:
• Access Point – AP
• Wireless LAN – WLAN
• Ethernet network – LAN – network
Note and Caution in this manual are highlighted with graphics as
below to indicate important information.
Note
Contains related information text that corresponds to
a topic.
Caution
Represents essential steps, actions, or messages that
should not be ignored.
This User Manual contains information on how to install and
configure your Wireless Broadband Router to get your network
started accessing the Internet. From now on, we will guide you
through the correct configuration steps to get your device up and
run.

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Contents
1Introduction..................................................1
1.1 Overview........................................................................1
1.2 Features ........................................................................2
1.3 Package Contents .........................................................4
1.4 System Requirements ...................................................4
2Hardware Description & Installation.............5
2.1 Physical Outlook............................................................5
Front Panel..................................................................5
Rear Panel and Connector..........................................6
2.2 Hardware Connection....................................................7
Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband Router7
Connecting the Wireless Broadband Router...............7
3Configuring Local Computer to Access the
Wireless Router.....................................................9
3.1 Overview........................................................................9
3.2 Setting up TCP/IP........................................................10
For Windows 98/ME..................................................10
For Windows 2000/XP...............................................12
3.2 Additional Settings for Wireless Client.........................15
3.3 Checking Connection with the Wireless Broadband
Router................................................................................16
4Web Configuration.....................................19
4.1 Accessing Web-Based Configuration Utility.................19
4.2 LAN Setup...................................................................21
LAN Settings.............................................................21
DHCP Client List .......................................................23
4.3 Internet WAN...............................................................24

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Connection Type .......................................................24
DNS...........................................................................28
MAC Address............................................................28
4.4 Wireless.......................................................................29
Channel and SSID ....................................................29
Security.....................................................................31
Use as Access Point .................................................35
Wireless Birdge.........................................................35
4.5 Firewall........................................................................37
Virtual Servers...........................................................37
Client IP Filters..........................................................38
MAC Address Filtering...............................................38
DMZ ..........................................................................39
WAN Ping Blocking ...................................................39
Security log ...............................................................40
4.6 Utilities.........................................................................41
Parental Control ........................................................41
Restart Router...........................................................41
Restore Factory Default ............................................42
Save/Backup Settings...............................................42
Restore Previous Settings.........................................42
Firmware Update.......................................................43
System Settings........................................................44
5Troubleshooting.........................................47
6Specification...............................................49
6.1 Hardware.....................................................................49

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List of Figures
Figure 2-1 LED Indicator ............................................................................ 5
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel and Connector...................................................... 6
Figure 2-3 Typical Connection Diagram................................................... 8
Figure 4-1 Status.......................................................................................... 19
Figure 4-2 Login............................................................................................ 20
Figure 4-3 LAN Settings.............................................................................. 21
Figure 4-4 DHCP Client List........................................................................ 23
Figure 4-5 Connection Type........................................................................ 24
Figure 4-6 Dynamic IP................................................................................. 25
Figure 4-7 Static IP....................................................................................... 25
Figure 4-8 PPPoE......................................................................................... 26
Figure 4-9 PPTP........................................................................................... 27
Figure 4-10 Telstra BigPond ....................................................................... 27
Figure 4-11 DNS........................................................................................... 28
Figure 4-12 MAC address........................................................................... 28
Figure 4-13 Channel and SSID.................................................................. 30
Figure 4-14 Security..................................................................................... 31
Figure 4-15 WPA-PSK................................................................................. 32
Figure 4-16 WEP 64bit and 128bit............................................................. 33
Figure 4-17 WAP.......................................................................................... 34
Figure 4-18 User as Access Point.............................................................. 35
Figure 4-19 Wireless Bridge ....................................................................... 36
Figure 4-20 Firewall ..................................................................................... 37
Figure 4-21 Virtual Servers......................................................................... 37
Figure 4-22 Client IP Filters ........................................................................ 38
Figure 4-23 MAC Address Filtering............................................................ 38

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Figure 4-24 DMZ .......................................................................................... 39
Figure 4-25 WAN Ping Blocking................................................................. 39
Figure 4-26 Security Log............................................................................. 40
Figure 4-27 Parental Control....................................................................... 41
Figure 4-28 Restart Router ......................................................................... 41
Figure 4-29 Restore Factory Defaults ....................................................... 42
Figure 4-30 Save/Backup Current Settings.............................................. 42
Figure 4-31 Restore Previous Saved Settings......................................... 43
Figure 4-32 Firmware Update..................................................................... 43
Figure 4-33 Administrator Password.......................................................... 44
Figure 4-34 Time and Time Zone............................................................... 44
Figure 4-35 Remote Management............................................................. 45
Figure 4-36 NAT Enabling........................................................................... 45
Figure 4-37 UPNP........................................................................................ 46

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1 Introduction
1.1 Overview
Thank you for choosing this Wireless Broadband Router. This
Wireless Broadband Router is a multi-function device featuring a
wireless Access Point, 4-port LAN switch and a WAN port, which
extends the existing broadband Cable/ADSL connection. It allows
the Internet connection to be shared through either the 54Mbps
Access Point feature or the 10/100Base-TX Ethernet switch, which
also eliminates the purchase of additional hub or switch. Now the
wired and wireless networks are integrated to enjoy various
bandwidth-consuming applications over the Internet.
With the support of new emerged 802.11g standard, the Access
Point provides data transfer of up to 54 Mbps, up to 5 times faster
than 802.11b. Since 802.11g standard is on the same frequency of
2.4 GHz as 802.11b, it is backwards compatible with existing Wi-Fi
802.11b devices. The benefit is that you can preserve the existing
802.11b infrastructure while migrating to the new screaming fast
802.11g.
This router has a DHCP server that automatically assigns IP
addresses to your LAN or WLAN devices. With the built-in Network
Address Translation (NAT) function, your LAN/WLAN can access
the Internet through a single external IP address and at the same
time that is protected against outside intruders. The router can also
be configured to filter internal access to the Internet. It is designed
to provide a reliable Internet access solution for the corporate
environment as well as the small office home office (SOHO).

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1.2 Features
WAN Port Features
• PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet) Client with Keep
Alive/Connect On Demand Support
• PAP and CHAPAuthentication
• DHCP Client
• Static IP Connection
• PPTP Connection (Europe)
• MAC Address Cloning
• Settable and Changeable IPAddress
LAN Port Features
• DHCP Server
• Settable and Changeable IPAddress
Router Features
• NAT
• Firewall Support
• Bridge Mode Support
• 802.1D Bridging
• IP Filtering, IP Forwarding
• DMZ Hosting
• DNS Forwarding
• UPnP Support
• Microsoft NetMeeting Passthrough Support
• Microsoft XP Messenger Passthrough Support
Security Features
• PAP and CHAPAuthentication
• ASCII/HEX Format 64/128 Bit WEP Key for Wireless LAN
• Supports IP packets filtering based on IP address, Port

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number, and Protocol
• VPN Support (IPSec Passthrough, and PPTP
Passthrough)
Wireless LAN Features
• Fully compatible with 802.11g standard
• Wi-Fi WPA Support
• Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) technology
exploitation
• Seamless roaming within wireless LAN infrastructure
• Low power consumption for wireless clients via efficient
power management
Configuration and Management Features
• Configurable through Web Browser via WAN/LAN
• Software Upgrade
• DHCP Server function for IP distribution to local network
users
• NTP/Manual System Clock
• Configuration Saving/Retrieving
• Event Log

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1.3 Package Contents
Check the contents of the package against the pack contents
checklist below. If any of the items is missing, then contact the
dealer from whom the equipment was purchased.
• Wireless Broadband Router x1
• Power Adapter x1
• CD-ROM x1
• RJ-45 Ethernet Cable x1
1.4 System Requirements
• Cable/ADSL modem and an Internet access account for
Internet connection
• One computer with 10/100Base-T Ethernet card and
TCP/IP protocol installed for initial setup
• Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher for Web configuration
• 802.11g or 802.11b compliant wireless adapters (for
wireless connection)

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2 Hardware Description &
Installation
2.1 Physical Outlook
Front Panel
The following illustration shows the front panel of the Wireless
Broadband Router:
Figure 2-1 LED Indicator
LED Indicator
The Wireless Broadband Router is equipped with eight LEDs on
the front panel as described in the table below (from left to right):
LEDs Status Description
Off No power is supplied to the unit.
PWR Solid Power is connected to the unit.
Off Both WAN and ISP are not connected at the
same time.
CONNECT
Solid Both WAN and ISP are connected.
Off WLAN interface is not initialized properly.
WLAN
On WLAN interface is initialized properly and ready.

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LEDs Status Description
Blinking Transmitting/receiving packets wirelessly.
Off No broadband device is connected.
On Broadband device is connected.
WAN
Blinking Transmitting/receiving packets on the WAN port.
Off No Ethernet device is connected.
Solid Ethernet connection is established.
LAN 1-4
Blinking Transmitting/receiving packets on the LAN port.
Rear Panel and Connector
The following illustration shows the rear panel of the Wireless
Broadband Router.
Figure 2-2 Rear Panel and Connector
• 12VAC:Power jack
• LAN Ports 1-4:RJ-45 Connector. Integrated 4-port
10/100BaseT switch. Connects to a hub, switch or
NIC-equipped PC in your network. The LAN ports has
Auto-MDI/MDIX feature that supports either crossover or
straight-through cables.
• Internet/WAN:RJ-45 connector. Connects to the
Cable/ADSL Modem. The WAN port also has Auto-MDIX
feature that supports either crossover or straight-trough
cables.
• LOAD DEFAULT: To restore to the factory default settings
insert a straightened paperclip into the hole to press the
button. Keep pressing and power cycle (off and on) the
device. Wait for at least 5 seconds to release the button.
Then wait for the device to finish booting. This operation
erases all previous settings entered by the administrator.

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2.2 Hardware Connection
Choosing a Place for the Wireless Broadband
Router
• Place the device close to the power outlet for the cable to
reach it easily.
• Avoid placing the device in places where people may walk
on the cables.
• Keep the device away from direct sunshine or heat
sources.
• Place the device on a flat and stable stand.
Connecting the Wireless Broadband Router
Prior to connecting the hardware, make sure to power off your
Ethernet device, Cable/ADSL modem and Wireless Broadband
Router. Then follow the steps below to connect the related devices.
Step 1 Connecting wired device to the LAN port.
Attach one end of the Ethernet cable with RJ-45
connector to your hub, switch or a PC’s Ethernet port, and
the other end to the LAN port of the Wireless Broadband
Router.
Step 2 Connecting Cable/ADSL Modem to the WAN port.
Connect the Ethernet cable attaching to your Cable/ADSL
modem to the WAN port of your Wireless Broadband
Router.
Step 3 Connecting the power adapter.
Connect one end to the power jack of the Wireless
Broadband Router and the other end to an AC outlet.
Caution
Only use the adapter supplied with the Wireless
Broadband Router. Connecting another adapter may
cause permanent damage to the device.

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The illustration below specifies a connection diagram example:
Figure 2-3 Typical Connection Diagram

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3 Configuring Local Computer to
Access the Wireless Router
This chapter describes how to configure a computer for initial
connection to the device.
3.1 Overview
To access the Wireless Broadband Router’s Web-based
Configuration Utility, at least one properly configured PC must be
connected to the device and resided on the same subnet with the
Wireless Broadband Router. The easiest way to make the
connection is attaching your host computer’s NIC directly to the
LAN port of the device, though it is also allowed to configure the
device via a wireless client.
Whatever your connection method is, the computer’s Ethernet
/wireless interface must be on the same subnet as the router. As
the Wireless Broadband Router is configured with these default
values:
• IP address:192.168.2.1
• Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
• DHCP server: Enabled with the IP address pool from
192.168.2.2 to 192.168.2.100.
So you should set up your NIC or wireless adapter’s TCP/IP
settings as one of the following:
1. To use dynamic IP: Set your PC to be DHCP client to accept
the dynamic IP from the router’s DHCP server.
2. To use static IP: Set the IP address as 192.168.2.x (x is
between 2 and 254), subnet mask as 255.255.255.0 and the
gateway as 192.168.2.1
The default TCP/IP setting for Windows is acting as a DHCP client.
Please proceed to the next section to verify or, if necessary, to
configure the TCP/IP settings.