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802.11g

2.4GHz Wireless

User Manual

802.11g 2.4GHz Wireless

F5D7230-4

Table of Contents

1. Introduction. 1 Advantages of a Wireless Network. 1 Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance. 2 2. Product Overview. 6 Product Features. 6 3. Knowing your Router. 9 Package Contents. 9 System Requirements. 9 Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements. 9 4. Connecting and Configuring your Router. 14 5. Alternate Setup Method. 22 6. Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface. 40 Changing LAN Settings. 41 Viewing the DHCP Client List Page. 43 Configuring the Wireless Network Settings. 44 Securing your Wi-Fi Network. 48 WEP Setup. 53 WPA Setup. 55 WPA2 Setup. 57 Using the Access Point Mode. 63 Configuring the Firewall. 64 Setting MAC Address Filtering. 67 Enabling the DMZ. 68 Utilities Tab. 70 Restarting the Router. 71 Updating the Firmware. 76 7. Manually Configuring Network Settings. 84 8. Recommended Web Browser Settings. 90 9. Troubleshooting. 92 10. Information. 111 Warning for users of a Non-Flat Rate ADSL. 114 Belkin Router Internet Service Provider (ISP) Reference Guide. 115

Introduction

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Thank you for purchasing the Belkin Wireless G Router (the Router). The following two short sections discuss the benefits of home networking and outline best practices for maximizing 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 Router for Optimal Performance on page 2. 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 Mobility you no longer need a dedicated computer roomnow you can work on a networked laptop or desktop computer anywhere within your wireless range Easy installation The Belkin Easy Installation Wizard 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
Placement of your Router for Optimal Performance
Important Factors for Placement and Setup
Your wireless connection will be stronger the closer your computer is to your Router. 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 and connected devices increases. This may or may not be noticeable to you. As you move farther from your Router, connection speed may decrease. Factors that can weaken signals simply by getting in the way of your networks radio waves are metal appliances or obstructions, and walls. If you have concerns about your networks performance that might be related to range or obstruction factors, try moving the computer to a position between five and 10 feet away from the Router 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.

Wireless Router Placement
Place your Router, the central connection point of your network, as close as possible to the centre 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 Routers networking antennas are parallel to each other, and are positioned vertically (toward the ceiling). If your Router itself is positioned vertically, point the antennas as much as possible in an upward direction. In multistory homes, place the Router on a floor that is as close to the centre of the home as possible. This may mean placing the Router on an upper floor. Try not to place the Router near a cordless phone.
Avoid Obstacles and Interference
Avoid placing your Router 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 signals path (between your computers and Router).

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 the Router and your wireless-enabled computers. Unplug and remove the battery from any cordless phone that operates on the 2.4GHz band (check the manufacturers 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 to channel 11. See your phones user manual for detailed instructions. If necessary, consider switching to a 900MHz cordless phone.
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 or card to locate any other wireless networks that are available (see your wireless adapters or cards user manual), and move your Router 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 neighbouring 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 Cards user guide for more information. These guidelines should allow you to cover the maximum possible area with your Router. Should you need to cover an even wider area, we suggest the Belkin Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point.

Network cable (to computer)
1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power

supply to the modem.

Mac or PC computer that was originally connected to the cable or DSL modem

To power adapter

Existing networking cable (came with modem)
Note: Your Router may have ports in different locations than depicted in the illustration above.
1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord
into the wall, then plug the cord into the Routers power jack.
1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking
the lights on the front of the Router. The green light labelled Modem should be ON if your modem is connected correctly to the Router. If it is not, recheck your connections.
1.8 Verify that your computer is connected properly to the Router by
checking the lights labelled 1-4. The light that corresponds to the numbered port connected to your computer should be ON if your computer is connected properly. If it is not, recheck your connections.
Set up your Computers Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server
See the section in this User Manual called Manually Configuring Network Settings for directions.

Step 3

Configure the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Routers Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type 192.168.2.1 (you do not need to type in anything else such as http:// or www). Then press the Enter key.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have difficulty accessing the Routers Web-Based Advanced User Interface, go to the section entitled Manually Configuring Network Settings.

Logging into the Router

You will see the Routers home page in your browser window. The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to the Routers settings, you have to log in. Clicking the Login button or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the login screen. The Router ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the Submit button to log in.
Logging out of the Router
One computer at a time can log into the Router for the purposes of making changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out. Clicking the Logout button will log the computer out. The second method is automatic. The login will time out after a specified period of time. The default login time-out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual entitled Changing the Login Time-Out Setting.

g only mode works with 802.11g clients only. This mode is recommended only if you want to prevent 802.11b clients from accessing your network. To switch modes, select the desired mode from the Wireless Mode drop-down box. Then, click Apply Changes.

b only Mode

We recommend you DO NOT use this mode unless you have a very specific reason to do so. This mode exists only to solve unique problems that may occur with some 802.11b client adapters and is NOT necessary for interoperability of 802.11g and 802.11b standards.

When to use b only Mode

In some cases, older 802.11b clients may not be compatible with 802.11g wireless. These adapters tend to be of inferior design and may use older drivers or technology. Switching to this mode can solve problems that sometimes occur with these clients. If you suspect that you are using a client adapter that falls into this category of adapters, first check with the adapter vendor to see if there is a driver update. If there is no driver update available, switching to b only mode may fix your problem. Please note that switching to b only mode will decrease

802.11g performance.

Changing the Wireless Channel
There are a number of operating channels you can choose from. In the United States and Australia, there are 11 channels. In the United Kingdom and most of Europe, there are 13 channels. In a small number of other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured to operate on the proper channels for the country you reside in. The default channel is 11 (unless you are in a country that does not allow channel 11). The channel can be changed if needed. If there are other wireless networks operating in your area, your network should be set to operate on a channel that is different than the other wireless networks. For best performance, use a channel that is at least five channels away from the other wireless network. For instance, if another network is operating on channel 11, then set your network to channel 6 or below. To change the channel, select the channel from the drop-down list. Click Apply Changes. The change is immediate.

Using the Broadcast SSID Feature
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your networks SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the presence of wireless networks. To turn off the broadcast of the SSID, remove the check mark from the box next to Broadcast SSID, and then click Apply Changes. The change is immediate. Each computer now needs to be set to connect to your specific SSID; an SSID of ANY will no longer be accepted. Refer to the documentation of your wireless network adapter for information on making this change.

Protected Mode Switch

As part of the 802.11g specification, Protected mode ensures proper operation of 802.11g clients and access points when there is heavy 802.11b traffic in the operating environment. When Protected mode is ON, 802.11g scans for other wireless network traffic before it transmits data. Therefore, using this mode in environments with HEAVY 802.11b traffic or interference achieves best performance results. If you are in an environment with very littleor noother wireless network traffic, your best performance will be achieved with Protected mode OFF.
Securing your Wi-Fi Network
Here are a few different ways you can maximize the security of your wireless network and protect your data from prying eyes and ears. This section is intended for the home, home office, and small office user. At the time of this User Manuals publication, there are three encryption methods available.
64-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 64-bit WEP Good Static keys
128-bit Wired Equivalent Privacy 128-bit WEP Better Static keys
Wi-Fi Protected Access-TKIP WPA-TKIP Best Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication TKIP (temporal key integrity protocol) added so that keys are rotated and encryption is strengthened
With Protected Access WPA-AES Best Dynamic key encryption and mutual authentication AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) does not cause any throughput loss
Acronym Security Features

point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned ON for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its wireless connection.
128-Bit WEP Encryption Note to Mac users: The Passphrase option will not operate with
Apple AirPort. To configure encryption for your Mac computer, set the encryption using the manual method described in the next section.
Select 128-bit WEP from the drop-down menu. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key manually by typing in the hex key, or you can type in a passphrase in the Passphrase field and click Generate to create a key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For instance: C0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit WEP key
point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned on for this wireless client. If this is not done, your client will lose its wireless connection.
Changing the Wireless Security Settings
Your Router is equipped with WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access), the latest wireless security standard. It also supports the legacy security standard, WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy). By default, wireless security is disabled. To enable security, you must first determine which standard you want to use. To access the security settings, click Security on the Wireless tab.

WPA Setup

Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to
drivers and software that support it. At the time of this User Manuals publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsofts patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products. WPA-PSK (no server) uses a so-called pre-shared key as the security key. A pre-shared key is a password that is between eight and 63 characters long. It can be a combination of letters, numbers, and other characters. Each client uses the same key to access the network. Typically, this mode will be used in a home environment. WPA2 is the second generation of WPA, offering a more advanced encryption technique over WPA.

Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings
The Virtual Servers function will allow you to route external (Internet) calls for services such as a web server (port 80), FTP server (Port 21), or other applications through your Router to your internal network. Since your internal computers are protected by a firewall, computers outside your network (over the Internet) cannot get to them because they cannot be seen. A list of common applications has been provided in case you need to configure the Virtual Server function for a specific application. If your application is not listed, you will need to contact the application vendor to find out which port settings you need.

Choosing an Application

Select your application from the drop-down list. Click Add. The settings will be transferred to the next available space in the screen. Click Apply Changes to save the setting for that application. To remove an application, select the number of the row that you want to remove, then click Clear.
Manually Entering Settings into the Virtual Server
To manually enter settings, enter the IP address in the space provided for the internal (server) machine, the port(s) required to pass, select the port type (TCP or UDP), and click Apply Changes. Each inbound port entry has two fields with five characters maximum per field that allows a start and end port range, e.g. [xxxxx]-[xxxxx]. For each entry, you can enter a single port value by filling in the two fields with the same value (e.g. [7500]-[7500]) or a wide range of ports (e.g. [7500]-[9000]). If you need multiple single port values or a combination of ranges and a single value, you must use multiple entries up to the maximum of 20 entries (e.g. 1. [7500]-[7500], 2. [8023]-[8023], 3. [9000]-[9000]). You can only pass one port per internal IP address. Opening ports in your firewall can pose a security risk. You can enable and disable settings very quickly. It is recommended that you disable the settings when you are not using a specific application.
Setting Client IP Filters
The Router can be configured to restrict access to the Internet, email, or other network services at specific days and times. Restriction can be set for a single computer, a range of computers, or multiple computers.
To restrict Internet access to a single computer, for example, enter the IP address of the computer you wish to restrict access to in the IP fields (1). Next, enter 80 in both the port fields (2). Select Both (3). Select Block (4). You can also select Always to block access all of the time. Select the day to start on top (5), the time to start on top (6), the day to end on the bottom (7), and the time to stop (8) on the bottom. Select Enable (9). Click Apply Changes. The computer at the IP address you specified will now be blocked from Internet access at the times you specified. Note: Be sure you have selected the correct time zone under Utilities> System Settings> Time Zone.

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Setting MAC Address Filtering
The MAC address filter is a powerful security feature that allows you to specify which computers are allowed on the network. Any computer attempting to access the network that is not specified in the filter list will be denied access. When you enable this feature, you must enter the MAC address of each client (computer) on your network to allow network access to each. The Block feature lets you turn on and off access to the network easily for any computer without having to add and remove the computers MAC address from the list.
To enable this feature, select Enable MAC Address Filtering (1). Next, enter the MAC address of each computer on your network by clicking in the space provided (2) and entering the MAC address of the computer you want to add to the list. Click Add (3), then Apply Changes to save the settings. To delete a MAC address from the list, simply click Delete next to the MAC address you wish to delete. Click Apply Changes to save the settings.
Note: You will not be able to delete the MAC address of the computer
you are using to access the Routers administrative functions (the computer you are using now).
Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
The DMZ feature allows you to specify one computer on your network to be placed outside of the firewall. This may be necessary if the firewall is causing problems with an application such as a game or video conferencing application. Use this feature on a temporary basis. The computer in the DMZ is NOT protected from hacker attacks.
To put a computer in the DMZ, enter the last digits of its IP address in the IP field and select Enable. Click Apply Changes for the change to take effect.

Blocking an ICMP Ping

Computer hackers use what is known as pinging to find potential victims on the Internet. By pinging a specific IP address and receiving a response from the IP address, a hacker can determine that something of interest might be there. The Router can be set up so it will not respond to an ICMP ping from the outside. This heightens the level of security of your Router.
To turn off the ping response, select Block ICMP Ping (1) and click Apply Changes. The Router will not respond to an ICMP ping.

A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 35 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click OK.
You will be asked if you want to continue. Click OK.
A 35-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Routers configuration will be restored. The Routers home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Routers address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.

Updating the Firmware

From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Routers firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Routers firmware to the latest version.
Searching for a New Version of Firmware
From http://www.belkin.com/support/downloads.asp, type in the Belkin part number F5D7230-4 on the Search field. Click Search.
From the results page, click F5D7230-4 Firmware update North America
Downloading a New Version of Firmware
You will now be taken to the download page of F5D7230-4 Firmware update - North America.
To download the new version of firmware, click the download logo ( ). A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. Note: We suggest saving this to your desktop to make it easy to locate the file. When you have selected the location, click Save.
When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click Close.
The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in Updating the Routers Firmware.
Updating the Routers Firmware 1.
In the Firmware Update page, click Browse. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file.
Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by double-clicking on the file name.
You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click OK.
The Update Firmware box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click Update.
You will see one more message. This message tells you that the Router may not respond for as long as one minute as the firmware is loaded into the Router and the Router is rebooted. Click OK. A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Routers firmware update will be complete. The Routers home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Routers address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser. The firmware update is complete.

Changing System Settings

The System Settings page is where you can enter a new administrator password, set the time zone, enable remote management, and turn on and off the NAT function of the Router.

Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation)
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned by your ISP with the other computers on your network. This function should only be used if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration. If you have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your firewall functions.

Enabling/Disabling UPnP

UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. Some applications require the Routers firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports, and in some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnPcompliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically telling the Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router ships with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that are UPnP-compliant, and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select Enable in the UPnP Enabling section of the Utilities page. Click Apply Changes to save the change.
Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Routers Web-Based Advanced User Interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to download the new version or ignore it. The Router ships with this feature enabled. If you want to disable it, select Disable and click Apply Changes.
Manually Configuring Network Settings
In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your PCs TCP/IP settings to DHCP.
Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 2000, NT, or XP 1. 2. 3. 4.

Start Netscape. Click on Edit then Preferences. In the Preferences window, click on Advanced then select Proxies. In the Proxies window, select Direct connection to the Internet.

Troubleshooting

Problem:
Installation CD does not automatically start.

Solution:

If the CD-ROM does not start the Easy Install Wizard automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive.
1. If the Easy Install Wizard screen does not appear within 1520
seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the My Computer icon that is located on your desktop.
2. Next, double-click on the CD-ROM drive that the Easy Install
Wizard Software CD has been placed in to start the installation.
3. The Easy Install Wizard should start within a few seconds. If,
instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD, double-click on the icon labelled EasyInstall.exe.
4. If the Easy Install Wizard still does not start, reference the section
titled Manually Configuring Network Settings (page 84 of this User Manual) for an alternate setup method.
The Easy Install Wizard cannot find my Router.
If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during the installation process, please check the following items:
1. If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to find the Router during
the installation process, there may be third-party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of third-party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you will need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet access.
2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the
power back into the Router. Ensure that the Routers Power light is on; it should be solid green. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is correctly connected to the Router and plugged into a wall outlet.
3. Ensure that you have a cable (use the cable included with the
Router) connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the LAN ports, labelled 1 through 4, on the back of the Router. Note: The computer should NOT be connected to the port labelled Internet/WAN on the back of the Router.

note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless cards user manual.
How do I extend the range of my wireless network?
Belkin recommends using one of the following products to extend wireless network coverage throughout large homes or offices: Wireless Access Point: A wireless access point can effectively double the coverage area of your wireless network. An access point is typically placed in the area not currently covered by your Wireless G Router, and is connected to the Router using either an Ethernet cable or through your homes power lines using two Powerline Ethernet Adapters. For 802.11g (54g) wireless networks, Belkin offers a Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point that can be connected wirelessly to a Belkin Wireless G Router, without requiring an Ethernet cable or Powerline Ethernet Adapters.
These Belkin products are available at your local retailer, or can be ordered from Belkin directly. For network/range extension information, please visit: www.belkin.com/networking to find out more about: Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (F5D7130) Powerline Ethernet Adapter (F5D4070) Powerline USB Adapter (F5D4050)
I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point.
Solution: 1. Log into your Wireless Router or Access Point.
Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router or Access Point. (The Routers default is 192.168.2.1, the Access Points default is 192.168.2.254.) Log into your Router by clicking on the Login button in the top, right-hand corner of the screen. You will be asked to enter your password. If you never set a password, leave the password field blank and click Submit. Click the Wireless tab on the left of your screen. Select the Encryption or Security tab to get to the security settings page.
2. Select 128-bit WEP from the drop-down menu. 3. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can type in
your hex WEP key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the Passphrase field and click Generate to create a WEP key from the passphrase. Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now set all of your clients to match these settings. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 hex keys. For example: C0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key
4. Click Apply Changes to finish. Encryption in the Wireless
Router is now set. Each of your computers on your wireless network will now need to be configured with the same security settings.
WARNING: If you are configuring the Wireless Router or Access Point from a computer with a wireless client, you will need to ensure that security is turned on for this wireless client. If this is not done, you will lose your wireless connection. Note to Mac users: Original Apple AirPort products support

64-bit encryption only. Apple AirPort 2 products can support 64-bit or 128-bit encryption. Please check your Apple AirPort product to see which version you are using. If you cannot configure your network with 128-bit encryption, try 64-bit encryption.
I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter).
The client card must use the same key as the Wireless G Router or access point. For instance, if your Wireless Router or access point uses the key 00112233445566778899AABBCC, then the client card must be set to the exact same key.
1. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless
Network Utility screen. The Advanced button will allow you to view and configure more options of your client card.
2. Once the Advanced button is clicked, the Belkin Wireless LAN
Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin client card.
3. Under the Wireless Network Properties tab, select a
network name from the Available Networks list and click the Properties button.
4. Under Data Encryption, select WEP. 5. Ensure the box The key is provided for me automatically at
the bottom is unchecked. If you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network, please consult your network administrator if this box needs to be checked.
7. Type your WEP key in the Network key box. Important: A WEP key is a combination of numbers and letters from AF and 09. For 128-bit WEP, you need to enter 26 keys. This network key needs to match the key you assign to your Wireless G Router or access point.
For example: C0F AF 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 E4 = 128-bit key
8. Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings.
If you are NOT using a Belkin wireless client card, please consult the manufacturers user manual for that wireless client card.
Do Belkin products support WPA?
Solution: Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to
drivers and software that support it. At the time of this publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details. aspx?FamilyID=009d8425-ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displayl ang=en You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless G Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsofts patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products

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Package Contents
Belkin Wireless G Router Quick Installation Guide Belkin Easy Install Wizard 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
Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements
A PC running Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP or a Mac computer running Mac OS 9.x or OS X Minimum 64MB RAM Internet Browser
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 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 Blinking Green Solid Green Router is OFF Router is Booting Up Router is Ready
WLAN: Wireless Network LED
OFF Green Blinking Wireless Network is OFF Wireless Network is Ready Indicates Wireless Activity

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, 10
the LED will light. GREEN means a 10Base-T device is connected, AMBER means a 100Base-T device is connected. When information is being sent over the port, the LED blinks rapidly. OFF Green Orange Blinking (Orange or Green) No Device is Linked to the Port 10Base-T Device Connected 100Base-Tx Device Connected Port Activity

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 Solid Green Blinking Green No WAN Link Good WAN Link WAN Activity

Connected LED

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 Routers connection. OFF Blinking Green Solid Green Router is not Connected to the Internet Router is Attempting to Connect to the Internet Router is Connected to the Internet

Step 1

Connecting your Router
1.1 Turn off the power to your modem by unplugging the power

supply from the modem.

1.2 Locate the network cable that is connected between your modem
and your computer and unplug it from your computer, leaving the other end connected to your modem.
1.3 Plug the loose end of the cable you just unplugged into the port
on the back of the Router labeled Internet/WAN.
1.4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of
the computer to one of the ports labeled 14. Note: It does not matter which numbered port you choose. 22
1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power

supply to the modem.

Mac or PC computer that was originally connected to the cable or DSL modem To Power Adapter
Existing networking cable (came with modem)
Network cable (to computer)
Note: Your Router may have ports in different locations than depicted in the illustration above.
1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord
into the wall, then plug the cord into the Routers power jack.
1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking
the lights on the front of the Router. The green light labeled WAN should be ON if your modem is connected correctly to the Router. If it is not, recheck your connections.
1.8 Verify that your computer is connected properly to the Router
by checking the lights labeled LAN 1,2,3,4. The light which corresponds to the numbered port connected to your computer should be ON, if your computer is connected properly. If it is not, recheck your connections.

Alternate Setup Method

Set your Computers Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server
See the section in this manual called Manually Configuring Network Settings for directions.
Configuring the Router Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
Using your Internet browser, you can access the Routers Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type 192.168.2.1 (you do not need to type in anything else such as http:// or www). Then press the Enter key.
PLEASE NOTE: If you have difficulty accessing the Routers
web-based interface, go to Section 7 of the user manual titled Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings.

Logging into the Router

You will see the Routers home page in your browser window. The home page is visible to any user who wants to see it. To make any changes to the Routers settings, you have to log in. Clicking the Login button or clicking on any one of the links on the home page will take you to the login screen. The Router ships with no password entered. In the login screen, leave the password blank and click the Submit button to log in.
Logging out of the Router
One computer at a time can log in to the Router for the purposes of making changes to the settings of the Router. Once a user has logged in to make changes, there are two ways that the computer can be logged out. Clicking the Logout button will log the computer out. The second method is automatic. The login will time out after a specified period of time. The default login time out is 10 minutes. This can be changed from 1 to 99 minutes. For more information, see the section in this manual titled Changing the Login Timeout Setting.
Understanding the Web-Based Advanced User Interface
The home page is the first page you will see when you access the Advanced User Interface (UI). The home page shows you a quick view of the Routers status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page.

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Quick-Navigation Links
You can go directly to any of the Routers advanced UI pages by clicking directly on these links. The links are divided into logical categories and grouped by tabs to make finding a particular setting easier to find. Clicking on the purple header of each tab will show you a short description of the tabs function. 25

Home Button

The home button is available in every page of the UI. Pressing this button will take you back to the home page.
Internet Status Indicator
This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router, indicating the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says connection OK in GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet. When the Router is not connected to the Internet, the indicator will read no connection in RED. The indicator is automatically updated when you make changes to the settings of the Router.

Login/Logout Button

This button enables you to log in and out of the Router with the press of one button. When you are logged into the Router, this button will change to read Logout. Logging into the Router will take you to a separate login page where you will need to enter a password. When you are logged in to the Router, you can make changes to the settings. When you are finished making changes, you can log out of the Router by clicking the Logout button. For more information about logging into the Router, see the section called Logging into the Router. 26

Click OK to apply settings.
Using the Access Point Mode
Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users
only. The Router can be configured to work as a wireless network access point. Using this mode will defeat the NAT IP sharing feature and DHCP server. In Access Point (AP) mode, the Router will need to be configured with an IP address that is in the same subnet as the rest of the network that you will bridge to. The default IP address is 192.168.2.254 and subnet mask is 255.255.255.0. These can be customized for your need.
Enable the AP mode my selecting Enable in the Use as Access Point only page. When you select this option, you will be able to change the IP settings. Set your IP settings to match your network. Click Apply Changes. Connect a cable from the WAN port on the Router to your existing network.
The Router is now acting as an access point. To access the Routers advanced user interface again, type the IP address you specified into your browsers navigation bar. You can set the encryption settings, MAC address filtering, SSID, and channel normally.
Wireless Range Extension and Bridging
Wireless Range Extension and Bridging works with the following models only: F5D7231-4 Wireless G Router with High-Speed Mode*, F5D7230-4 Wireless Router F5D7130 Wireless Range Extender/Access Point Please make sure to download the latest firmware version for the Router or Access Point for optimal performance: http://web.belkin.com/support
What is a Wireless Bridge?
A wireless bridge is actually a mode in which your Wireless Router can directly connect to a secondary Wireless Access Point. Note that you can only bridge your Wireless G Router (model F5D7230-4, F5D7231-4) to a Belkin Wireless G Range Extender/Access Point (model F5D7131, F5D7130). Bridging with access points of other manufacturers is not supported at this time. You can use the bridge mode to extend the range of your wireless network, or add an extension of your network in another area of your office or home without running cables.

Range Extension

Range extension will extend the wireless coverage area in your home or office. The example on the next page illustrates use of bridging to extend the range of your wireless network. In this example, the Router is set up to connect to an Access Point located in another area. Laptops can roam, or move between the two wireless coverage areas.
*Wireless Range Extension and Bridging will not work while in 125 HSM mode
Adding Another Network Segment Wirelessly
Bridging an Access Point to your Wireless Router allows you to add another network segment in another area in the home or office without running wires. Connecting a network switch or hub to the Access Points RJ45 jack will allow a number of computers connected to the switch access to the rest of the network.

Setting Up a Bridge Between your Wireless Router and a Secondary Access Point
Bridging your Belkin Router to a secondary Access Point requires that you access the Routers Advanced Setup Utility and enter the MAC address of the Access Point in the appropriate area. There are also a few other requirements. PLEASE BE SURE TO FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW, CAREFULLY.
Set your Access Point to the same channel as the Router. By default, the Router and Access Point channels are set to channel 11 at the factory. If you have never changed the channel, you dont need to do anything (for more information on changing channels, see page 45 of this manual). Find the Access Points MAC address on the bottom of the Access Point. There are two MAC addresses on the bottom label. You will need the MAC address named WLAN MAC Address. The MAC address starts with 0030BD and is followed by six other numbers or letters (i.e. 0030BD-XXXXXX). Write the MAC address below. Go to the next step.

0030BD-XXXXXX

3. Place your secondary Access Point within range of your
Wireless Router and near the area where you want to extend the range or add the network segment. Typically, indoor range should be between 100 and 200 feet.
Connect power to your Access Point. Make sure the Access Point is on and proceed to the next step.

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From a computer already connected to your Router, access the Advanced Setup Utility by opening your browser. In the address bar, type in 192.168.2.1. Do not type in www or http:// before the number. Note: If you have changed your Routers IP address, use that IP address. You will see the Routers user interface in the browser window. Click Wireless Bridge (2) on the left-hand side of the screen. You will see the following screen.
Check the box that says Enable ONLY specific Access Points to connect (1). In the field named AP1 (3), type in the MAC address of your secondary Access Point. When you have typed in the address, click Apply Changes. Bridging is now set up.

Configuring the Firewall

Your Router is equipped with a firewall that will protect your network from a wide array of common hacker attacks including: IP Spoofing SYN flood Land Attack UDP flooding Ping of Death (PoD) Tear Drop Attack Denial of Service (DoS) ICMP defect IP with zero length RIP defect Smurf Attack Fragment flooding TCP Null Scan The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks. These ports appear to be Stealth, meaning that for all intents and purposes, they do not exist to a would-be hacker. You can turn the firewall function off if needed, however, it is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled. Disabling the firewall protection will not leave your network completely vulnerable to hacker attacks, but it is recommended that you leave the firewall enabled.

A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click OK.
You will be asked if you want to continue. Click OK.
A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Routers configuration will be restored. The Router home page should appear automatically. If not, type in the Routers address (default = 192.168.2.1) into the navigation bar of your browser.

Updating the Firmware

From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Routers firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may exist. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Routers firmware to the latest version.
Checking for a New Version of Firmware
The Check Firmware (1) button allows you to instantly check for a new version of firmware. When you click the button, a new browser window will appear informing you that either no new firmware is available or that there is a new version available. If a new version is available, you will have the option to download it.
Downloading a New Version of Firmware
If you click the Check Firmware button and a new version of firmware is available, you will see a screen such as the following.
To download the new version of firmware, click Download. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name. Be sure to save the file in a place where you can locate it yourself later. Note: We suggest saving this to your desktop to locate the file easily. When you have selected the location, click Save.
The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in Updating the Routers Firmware.
When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click Close.
Updating the Routers Firmware 1.
In the Firmware Update page, click Browse. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the firmware update file. All firmware files end with a.dlf. Browse to the firmware file you downloaded. Select the file by double-clicking on the file name.

Enabling Remote Management
Enabling/Disabling NAT (Network Address Translation) Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only.
Before enabling this function, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE SET THE ADMINISTRATOR PASSWORD. Network Address Translation (NAT) is the method by which the Router shares the single IP address assigned by your ISP with the other computers on your network. This function should only be used if your ISP assigns you multiple IP addresses or you need NAT disabled for an advanced system configuration. If you have a single IP address and you turn NAT off, the computers on your network will not be able to access the Internet. Other problems may also occur. Turning off NAT will disable your firewall functions.

Enabling/Disabling UPnP

UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play) is yet another advanced feature offered by your Belkin Router. It is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnPcompliant. Some applications require the Routers firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly. This usually requires opening TCP and UDP ports, and in some instances, setting trigger ports. An application that is UPnP-compliant has the ability to communicate with the Router, basically telling the Router which way it needs the firewall configured. The Router ships with the UPnP feature disabled. If you are using any applications that are UPnP-compliant, and wish to take advantage of the UPnP features, you can enable the UPnP feature. Simply select Enable in the UPnP Enabling section of the Utilities page. Click Apply Changes to save the change.
Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update
This innovation provides the Router with the built-in capability to automatically check for a new version of firmware and alert you that the new firmware is available. When you log into the Routers advanced interface, the Router will perform a check to see if new firmware is available. If so, you will be notified. You can choose to download the new version or ignore it. The Router ships with this feature enabled. If you want to disable it, select Disable and click Apply Changes.
Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 5 6
In order for your computer to properly communicate with your Router, you will need to change your PCs TCP/IP settings to DHCP.

4. If not already set, at Configure:, choose Using DHCP
Server. This will tell the computer to obtain an IP address from the Router.
Restart the computer. When the computer restarts, your network settings are now configured for use with the Router.
Close the window. If you made any changes, the following window will appear. Click Save.
Manually Configuring Computer Network Settings 3
Select Network (1) from the System Preferences menu.
Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X
Click on the System Preferences icon.
Select Built-in Ethernet (2) next to Show in the Network menu.

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Select the TCP/IP tab (3). Next to Configure (4), you should see Manually or Using DHCP. If you do not, check the PPPoE tab (5) to make sure that Connect using PPPoE is NOT selected. If it is, you will need to configure your Router for a PPPoE connection type using your user name and password. If Manually is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type. Write the address information in the table below. You will need to enter this information into the Router.
If not already selected, select Using DHCP next to Configure (4), then click Apply Now.
Recommended Web Browser Settings 7
In the Internet Options screen, there are three selections: Never dial a connection, Dial whenever a network connection is not present, and Always dial my default connection. If you can make a selection, select Never dial a connection. If you cannot make a selection, go to the next step.
In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browsers settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the advanced web-based user interface, then change your browsers settings to the recommended settings in this section.
Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher 1.
Start your web browser. Select Tools then Internet Options.
Under the Internet Options screen, click on Connections and select LAN Settings.
Make sure there are no check marks next to any of the displayed options: Automatically detect settings, Use automatic configuration script, and Use a proxy server. Click OK. Then click OK again in the Internet Options page.
Netscape Navigator 4.0 or Higher 1. 2.
Start Netscape. Click on Edit then Preferences. In the Preferences window, click on Advanced then select Proxies. In the Proxies window, select Direct connection to the Internet.

2. Unplug power to the Router for 10 seconds, and then plug the
power back into the router. Ensure that the routers Power light is on; it should be solid green. If not, check to make sure that the AC adapter is connected to the router and plugged into a wall outlet.
3. Ensure that you have a cable (use the cable included with
the router) connected between (1) the network (Ethernet) port on the back of the computer and (2) one of the LAN ports, labeled 1 through 4, on the back of the router. Note: the computer should NOT be connected to the port labeled Internet/WAN on the back of the router.
4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer,
then re-running the Easy Install. If the Easy Install Wizard is still unable to find the Router, reference the section titled Manually Configuring Network Settings for installation steps.
Easy Install cannot connect my Router to the Internet
If the Easy Install Wizard is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items:
1. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within the Easy
Install Wizard. If the troubleshooting screen does not open automatically, click on the Troubleshoot button in the lower right-hand corner of the Easy Install Wizard window.
2. If your ISP requires a user name and password, make sure that you
have typed in your user name and password correctly. Some user names require that the ISPs domain may be at the end of the name. Example: myname@myisp.com. The @myisp.com part of the user name may need to be typed as well as your user name. If you continue to have no Internet connection, reference the section titled Manually Configuring Network Settings (page 87 of this manual for alternative setup method).
The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web browser doesnt work I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Routers WAN light on my Router is off, and the Connected light is blinking
If you cannot connect to the Internet, and the WAN light is off, and the Connected light is blinking, the problem may be that your modem and router are not connected properly.
1. Make sure the network cable between the modem and the Router
is connected. We strongly recommend using the cable that was supplied with your Cable or DSL modem for this purpose. The cable should be connected at one end to the Routers Internet/WAN port, and at the other end to the network port on your modem.
2. Unplug the Cable or DSL modem from its power source for 3 minutes.
After 3 minutes plug the modem back into its power source. This may force the modem to properly recognize the router.
3. Unplug the power to your Router, wait 10 seconds, and
then reconnect the power. This will cause the router to re-attempt communication with the modem. If the WAN light on the Router is not lit after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support.

4. Try shutting down and restarting your computer. Problem:
The Easy Install Wizard completed installation, but my web browser doesnt work I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Routers WAN light on my Router is on, and the Connected light is blinking
If you cannot connect to the Internet, the WAN light is on, and the Connected light is blinking, the problem may be that your connection type may not match the ISPs connection. If you have a static IP address connection, your ISP must assign you the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address. Please refer to the section entitled Alternate Setup Method for details on changing this setting. If you have a PPPoE connection, your ISP will assign you a user name and password and sometimes a service name. Make sure the Router connection type is configured to PPPoE and the settings are entered properly. Please refer to your Routers User Guide section entitled Alternate Setup Method for details on changing this setting.
You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific requirements of your ISP. To search our Knowledge Base for ISP-specific issues, go to: http://web.belkin. com/support and type in ISP
If you are still unable to access the Internet after verifying these settings, please contact Belkin Technical Support.
The Easy Install Wizard completed, but my web browser doesnt work I am unable to connect to the Internet. The WAN light on my router is blinking, and the Connected light is solid
If the WAN light is blinking, and the Connected light is solid, but you are unable to access the Internet, there may be 3rd party firewall software installed on the computer attempting to access the Internet. Examples of third party firewall software are ZoneAlarm, BlackICE PC Protection, McAfee Personal Firewall, and Norton Personal Firewall. If you do have firewall software installed on your computer, please make sure that you properly configure it. You can determine if the firewall software is preventing Internet access by temporarily turning it off. If, while the firewall is disabled, Internet access works properly, you will need to change the firewall settings to function properly when it is turned on. Please refer to the instructions provided by the publisher of your firewall software for instructions on configuring the firewall to allow Internet access. If you are still unable to access the Internet after disabling any Firewall software, please contact Belkin Technical Support.
I cant connect to the Internet wirelessly
If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please check the following items:

2. Using a computer that is connected to the Router via a network
cable (as opposed to wirelessly), ensure that Broadcast SSID is enabled. This setting is found on the Routers wireless Channel and SSID configuration page. If you are still unable to access the Internet after completing these steps, please contact Belkin Technical Support.
My wireless network performance is inconsistent Data transfer is sometimes slow Signal strength is poor Difficulty establishing and/or maintaining a Virtual Private Network (VPN) connection
Wireless Technology is radio-based, which means connectivity and the throughput performance between devices decreases when the distance between devices increases. Other factors that will cause signal degradation (metal is generally the worst culprit) are obstructions such as walls and metal appliances. As a result, the typical indoor range of your wireless devices will be between 100 to 200 feet. Note also that connection speed may decrease as you move further from the Router or Access Point. In order to determine if wireless issues are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer, if possible, five to ten feet from the router.
Changing the wireless channel - Depending on local wireless traffic
and interference, switching the wireless channel of your network can improve performance and reliability. The default channel the router is shipped with is channel 11, you may choose from several other channels depending on your region; see page 45 - changing the wireless channel for instructions on how to choose other channels.
Limiting the wireless transmit rate - Limiting the wireless transmit rate can help improve the maximum wireless range, and connection stability. Most wireless cards have the ability to limit the transmission rate. To change this property, go to the Windows Control Panel, open the Network Connections and double-click on your wireless cards connection. In the properties dialog, select the configure button on the General tab (Windows 98 users will have to select the wireless card in the list box and then click properties), then choose the advanced tab and select the Rate property. Wireless client cards are usually set to automatically adjust the wireless transmit rate for you, but doing so can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless signal is too weak; as a rule, slower transmission rates are more stable. Experiment with different connection rates until you find the best one for your environment; note that all available transmission rates should be acceptable for browsing the Internet. For more assistance, see your wireless cards user manual.

For example: C3030FAF4BB2C3D44BC3D4E7E4 = 128-bit key
8. Click OK, and then Apply to save the settings.
For non-Belkin wireless client cards please consult the manufacturer for that wireless client cards user manual
Do Belkin products support WPA?
Solution Note: To use WPA security, all your clients must be upgraded to
drivers and software that support it. At the time of this FAQ publication, a security patch download is available, for free, from Microsoft. This patch works only with the Windows XP operating system. Download the patch here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=009d8425ce2b-47a4-abec-274845dc9e91&displaylang=en You also need to download the latest driver for your Belkin Wireless 802.11g Desktop or Notebook Network Card from the Belkin support site. Other operating systems are not supported at this time. Microsofts patch only supports devices with WPA-enabled drivers such as Belkin 802.11g products
Download the latest driver at http://web.belkin.com/support for the following products:
F5D7000, F5D7001, F5D7010, F5D7011, F5D7230-4, F5D7231-4, F5D7130
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a home network.
Solution: 1. From the Security Mode drop-down menu,
select WPA-PSK (no server).
2. For Encryption Technique, select TKIP or AES. This setting
will have to be identical on the clients that you set up.
3. Enter your pre-shared key. This can be from 8 to 63 characters
and can be letters, numbers, or symbols or spaces. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. For example, your PSK might be something like: Smith family network key.
4. Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now
set all clients to match these settings.
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin Wireless Router or Belkin Access Point for a business.
If your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients, use this setting. This is typically used in a business environment.
1. From the Security Mode drop-down menu, select WPA

(with server)

3. Enter the IP address of the radius server
into the Radius Server fields.
4. Enter the radius key into the Radius Key field 5. Enter the key interval. Key interval is how often
the keys are distributed (in packets).
6. Click Apply Changes to finish. You must now
I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a wireless Belkin client card for a home network.
Clients must use the same key that the Wireless Router or Access Point uses. For instance if the key is Smith Family Network Key in the Wireless Router or Access point, the clients must also use that same key. Double-click the Signal Indicator icon to bring up the Wireless Network screen. The Advanced button will allow you to view and configure more options of your card. The Advanced button will allow you to view and configure more options of the card. Once the advanced button is clicked the Belkin Wireless LAN Utility will appear. This Utility will allow you to manage all the advanced features of the Belkin wireless card. Under the Wireless Network Properties tab, select a network name from the Available networks list and click the Properties button Under Network Authentication select WPA-PSK (no server) Type your WPA key in the Network key box

Note: Select WPA (with radius server) if you are using this computer to connect to a corporate network that supports an authentication server such as a radius server, please consult your network administrator for further information.
5. Select TKIP or AES under Date Encryption. This setting will have
to be identical to the Wireless Router or Access Point that you set up.
6. Type in your encryption key in the Network Key box. Important: Enter your Pre-Shared key. This can be from 8 to 63 characters and can be letters, numbers, or symbols. This same key must be used on all of the clients that you set up. 7. Click OK to apply settings.
Whats the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g and 802.11a?
Currently there are three levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation 802.11x, so named by the IEEE, the board that is responsible for certifying networking standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps. See the following chart for more detailed information.

Wireless Comparison

Wireless Technology Speed Frequency 802.11b 11Mbps Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens. May interfere with the 2.4GHz unlicensed band Compatible with 802.11g Depends on interference typically 50-300 ft. indoors Mature - widely adopted 802.11g 54Mbps Common household devices such as cordless phones and microwave ovens. May interfere with the 2.4GHz unlicensed band Compatible with 802.11b Depends on interference typically 50300 ft. indoors Expected to continue to grow in popularity 802.11a 54Mbps 5GHz uncrowded band

Compatibility

Incompatible with 802.11b or 802.11g Less interference - range is typically 50-100 feet Slow adoption for consumers more popular in business Most expensive

Adoption

Inexpensive

More expensive

Technical Support
You can find technical support information at http://www.belkin.com/ networking or www.belkin.com through the tech support area. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call: US: Europe: Australia: 877-736-5771 or 310-898-1100 ext.040