Belkin F5D92304 - Wireless G Plus MIMO Router User manual

User Manual
F5D9230-4
Wireless G Plus MIMO
Router

Table of Contents
1. Introduction
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Advantages of a Wireless Network
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Placement of your Wireless G Plus MIMO Router
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2. Product Overview
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Product Features
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3. Knowing your Router
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Package Contents
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System Requirements
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Setup Assistant Software System Requirements
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4. Connecting and Configuring your Router
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5. Alternate Setup Method
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6. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
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Changing LAN Settings
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Viewing the DHCP Client List Page
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Configuring the Wireless Network Settings
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Setting WPA Security
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Setting WEP Encryption
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Using the Access Point Mode
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Setting MAC Address Control
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Configuring the Firewall
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Using Dynamic DNS
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Utilities
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Restarting the Router
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Updating the Firmware
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7. Manually Configuring Network Settings
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8. Recommended Web Browser Settings
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9. Troubleshooting
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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO Router (the
Router). Following are two short sections—the first discusses the benefits
of home networking, and the other outlines best practices that maximize
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 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 with 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
Here are some of the advantages of setting up a Belkin Wireless Network:
Mobility
– you’ll 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’s Setup Assistant makes 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 G Plus MIMO Router
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your
Router (or access point). Typical indoor operating range for 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 Router (or access point) and
connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As
you move further from your Router (or access point), connection speed may
decrease. Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of
your network’s radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls.
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 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 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 Router’s (or access point’s) networking antennas
are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the
ceiling). If your Router (or access point) itself is positioned vertically,
point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction.
• In multistory homes, place the Router (or access point) on a floor
that is as close to the center of the home as possible. This may
mean placing the Router (or access point) on an upper floor.
• Try not to place the Router (or access point) near a cordless
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2. Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your 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 Router or access point).
3. Cordless Phones
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 your Router (or access point)
and your wireless-enabled computers.
• Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that
operates on the 2.4GHz band (check 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 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 Utility of your
wireless adapter to locate any other wireless networks that are available
(see your wireless adapter’s user manual), and move your Router (or
access point) and computers to a channel as far away from other
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• 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 with your wireless network card. See
your network card’s user guide for more information.
These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with
your Router (or access point). Should you need to cover an even wider area, we
suggest the Belkin Wireless Range Extender/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 it to “go to sleep.” The simplest solution to avoid this is to
simply reconnect by rerunning 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.

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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
800-223-5546 ext. 2263
310-898-1100 ext. 2263
UK: 0845 607 77 87
Australia: 1800 235 546
New Zealand: 0800 235 546
Singapore: 65 64857620
Europe: www.belkin.com/support

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Product Features
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 Belkin
Wireless G Plus MIMO Router an ideal solution for your home or small
office network.
Works with Both PCs and Mac
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Computers
The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS
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8.x, 9.x, X v10.x, Linux
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needed is an Internet browser and a network adapter that supports TCP/IP
(the standard language of the Internet).
Front-Panel LED Display
Lighted LEDs on the front of the Router indicate which functions are in
operation. You’ll know at-a-glance whether your Router is connected to
the Internet. This feature eliminates the need for advanced software and
status-monitoring procedures.
Web-Based Advanced User Interface
You can set up the Router’s 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.
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
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Integrated 10/100 4-Port Switch
The Router has a built-in, four-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)
UPnP 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)
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.
Setup Assistant
The Setup Assistant 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:
Setup Assistant software is compatible with Windows 2000, XP, Vista,
and Mac OS X. If you are using another operating system, the Router can be
set up using the Alternate Setup Method described in this User Manual
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Integrated G Plus MIMO Wireless Access Point
G Plus MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates up to
54Mbps. Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will
vary depending on your networking environment.
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 Advanced User
Interface and you can control access to your network.

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Package Contents
• Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO Router
• Quick Installation Guide
• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
• Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable
• Power Supply
• 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
• RJ45 Ethernet networking cable
• Internet browser
Setup Assistant Software System Requirements
• A PC running Windows
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2000, XP, or Vista; or a
Mac
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computer running Mac OS
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• Minimum 64MB RAM
• Internet browser
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The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop. All of the cables exit
from the rear of the Router for better organization and utility. The LED indicators are
easily visible on the TOP of the Router to provide you with information about network
activity and status.
(A)
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Wireless G Plus MIMO Router
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A. Wireless Network LED
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Wireless network is OFF
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Wireless network is ready
Blinking
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B. Wired Computer Status LEDs
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These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the numbered ports on
the rear of the Router. When a computer is properly connected to one
of the wired computer ports on the rear of the Router, the LED will light.
When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly.
OFF
No device is linked to the port
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10Base-T device connected
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C. Modem/WAN Status LED
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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
D. Internet/Connected LED
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This unique LED shows you when the Router is connected to the
Internet. When the light is OFF, the Router is NOT connected to the
Internet. When the light is blinking, the Router is attempting to connect
to the Internet. When the light is solid GREEN, the Router is connected to
the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” feature,
this LED becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of your
Router’s connection.
OFF
Router is not connected to
the Internet
Blinking Green
Router is attempting to connect to the Internet
Solid Green
Router is connected to the Internet
E. Power/Ready LED
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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
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Rear Panel
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F. Power Jack – Black
Connect the included 12V/1A DC power supply to this jack.
G. Connections to Computers (Wired Computer Ports) – Gray
Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports. These ports
are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP
category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports
correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router.
H. Connection to Modem (Modem Port) – Yellow
This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable
that was provided with the modem to connect the modem to this port.
Use of a cable other than the cable supplied with the cable modem may
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I. Reset Button
The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function
improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal
operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also
restore the factory default settings by using the “Reset” button. Use
the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your
custom password.
(a) Resetting the Router
Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Router 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 at least 10 seconds,
then release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily
flash. The “Power/Ready” light will begin to blink. When
the “Power/Ready” light becomes solid again, the restore
is complete.
J. Push Button – White
This button is used for the Wi-Fi Protected Setup
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Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following:
• Belkin Wireless G Plus MIMO Router
• Category 5 Networking Cable (for connecting the Router to the computer)
• Power Supply
• Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
• User Manual
Modem Requirements
Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many
modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem
with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will
be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your
modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP,
or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it.
Ethernet USB
Setup Assistant
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 up and running in minutes.
The Setup Assistant requires that your Windows 2000, XP, or Vista computer be
connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is
active and working
active and working
at the time of installation. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate
Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. Additionally, if
you are using an operating system other than Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, you must
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Step 1
Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick
Installation Guide (QIG)
1.1
Unplug your modem’s power
cord. Place the Router next to the
modem with the antennas raised.
1.2
Locate the networking cable
that connects your modem and
computer. Unplug that cable from
your modem, and plug it into any
gray port on the back of
the Router.
1.3
Find your new networking cable
(included in the box with your
Router) and connect it to the
yellow port on the back of the
Router. Connect the other end to
your modem, in the port that’s
now free.
1.4
Plug in your modem’s power cord.
Wait 60 seconds for the modem
to start up. Plug the Router’s
power supply into the black port
on the back. Plug the other end
into the wall outlet.
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Wait 20 seconds for the Router to
start up. Look at the display on
the front of the Router. Make sure
the “Wired” and “Router” icons
are lit up in blue. If they are not,
recheck your connections.
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Step 2
Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software
2.1
Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this
time.
Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software
on your computer.
2.2
Insert the CD into your computer. The Setup Assistant will
automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds.
Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assistant. Follow the instructions there.
IMPORTANT:
Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly
connected to the Router from Step 1.2.
Note
for Windows Users:
If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically,
double-click on the “My Computer” icon on your desktop, select your CD-ROM drive,
and double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant”.