G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router User Manual PM01522ea F5D9631-4 English Français Deutsch Nederl ands Español Italiano
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Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Thank you for purchasing the Belkin G+ MIMO Wireless Modem 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 G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router” on page 2.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Placement of your G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 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.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3. Cordless Phones 4. Choose the “Quietest” Channel for your Wireless Network If the performance of your wireless network is impaired after attending to the above issues, and you have a cordless phone: 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.
Introduction Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5. Secure Connections, VPNs, and AOL 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. Secure connections typically require a user name and password, and are used where security is important.
Product Overview Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 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 G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Works with Both PCs and Mac® Computers NAT IP Address Sharing The Router supports a variety of networking environments including Mac OS® 8.x, 9.x, X v10.
Product Overview Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) Integrated G+ MIMO Wireless Access Point UPnP is a technology that offers seamless operation of voice messaging, video messaging, games, and other applications that are UPnP-compliant. G+ MIMO is an exciting new wireless technology that achieves data rates of up to 54Mbps. Actual throughput is typically lower than the connected data rate and will vary depending on your networking environment.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Package Contents Setup Assistant Software System Requirements • Belkin G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router • • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD • Minimum 1GHz processor and 512MB RAM • RJ11 Telephone Cord • Internet browser • RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) Micro Filter* • Power Supply • User Manual in CD • Security Guide v10.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Internet Connection Settings The Setup Assistant contains a database of Internet Service Providers (ISP) in each country to help you set up your Router quickly.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 Knowing your Router 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 Network Status Display is easily visible on the FRONT of the Router to provide you with information about network activity and status. See the Network Status Display Guide for more detailed information.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 A. Security 5 6 7 8 9 10 C. Wired-Computer Status OFF Wireless security is OFF OFF Wired computer is not present Solid Green Wireless security is ON Solid Green Wired computer is connected to the Router Flashing Green WPS sync is in progress Blinking Amber Problem with wired computer connecting to the Router B. Wireless-Computer Status D.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections E. ADSL Line Status 1 2 3 4 This icon lights in green to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected.
Knowing your MODEM Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 G. Connection to ADSL – Gray This port is for connection to your ADSL. Connect your ADSL to this port. An RJ11 telephone cord is provided in the package. 5 6 7 J. Power Jack – Black Connect the included 15V/.08A DC power supply to this jack. H. Connections to Wired Computers – Yellow K. WPS Push Button Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Verify the contents of your box.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 1: Hardware Connections 1 Setup CD 3 4 2 5 1.1 Brand-New Setup 3. Follow these steps if you are not replacing an existing modem. If you are replacing an existing modem, skip to the next section, “Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router”, starting on page 15. 1. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your computer. Raise the Router’s antennas. 2.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 3 1 ADSL 2 LAN 5 4 1.2 Replacing an Existing Modem or Modem Router Follow these steps if you currently have a modem or a modem router that you will be replacing with your new Router. Important: Please unplug the power adapter of your old modem from your wall outlet first. 1. 2. Unpack your new Router from the box and place it next to your old modem. Raise the Router’s antennas.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 2: Set Up the Router – Run the Setup Assistant Software Note for Windows Users: If the Setup Assistant does not start up automatically, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “SetupAssistant” to start the Setup Assistant. 1. Select Country Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. Select your country from the drop-down box.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Confirmation Screen Progress Screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2.1 Checking Settings 2.2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet. The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 2.3 Naming your Wireless Network 2.4 Requesting Internet Account Info (if needed) The Setup Assistant will display the default wireless network name or Service Set Identifier (SSID). This is the name of your wireless network to which your computers or devices with wireless network adapters will connect. You can either use the default or change it to something unique. Write down this name for future reference.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.5 Configuring the Router If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below. Click “Next” to continue. The Setup Assistant will now configure your Router by sending data to the Router and restarting it. Wait for the on-screen instructions. Note: Do not disconnect any cable or power off the Router while the Router is rebooting.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 2.6 Checking Internet Connection Congratulations We are almost done. The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet. You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You will see the Congratulations screen when your Router can connect to the Internet. You can begin surfing by opening your browser and going to any website.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Troubleshooting 2.7 Optional: Assistance Connecting Other Computers If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect to the Internet, you will see the following screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to go through the troubleshooting steps. This optional step will help you to connect additional wired and wireless computers to your network. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 3: Set Up Wireless Security – Run the Security Assistant Software Once you have verified that your other wired and wireless computers are properly connected, your network is set up and working. You can now surf the Internet. Click “Next” to return to the main menu.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Progress Screen 3.1 Picking the Security Type The Security Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step has been completed. Select the security type for your wireless network and click “Next” to continue.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3.2 Creating a Network Key 3.3 Transferring the Key Enter a network key (PSK) for your wireless network and click “Next” to continue. After setting up your wireless security, you will have to transfer the network key to each of your wireless computers. Click on “Transfer Key” if you have a USB flash drive. Follow the on-screen instructions, or click on “Print” to print the information.
Connecting and Configuring your modem Router Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 3.4 Verifying the Connection Congratulations If all your wireless computers are able to connect to the Router, click “Next”. If you are having trouble, select “I had problem with at least one computer” and click “Next”. Then, follow on-screen instructions. Once you have verified that your wireless computers are properly connected, your wireless network is set up and secured.
Alternate Setup Method Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 1: Hardware Connections – Follow the Quick Installation Guide See the QIG or Step 1: Hardware Connections from the previous section. Step 2: Set your Computer’s Network Settings to Work with a DHCP Server See the section in this User Manual called “Manually Configuring Network Settings” for directions.
Alternate Setup Method Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Logging into the Router Logging out of the Router You will see the Router’s 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 Router’s 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 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 Router’s status and settings. All advanced setup pages can be reached from this page.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1. Quick-Navigation Links 5. Internet-Status Indicator You can go directly to any of the Router’s 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 tab’s function.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9. LAN Settings 12. ADSL Info Shows you the settings of the Local Area Network (LAN) side of the Router. Changes can be made to the settings by clicking on any one of the links (IP Address, Subnet Mask, DHCP Server) or by clicking the “LAN” quick-navigation link on the left side of the screen. Shows the ADSL status and transmission rates. 10 13. Page Name The page you are on can be identified by this name.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Step 4: Configuring your Router for Connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) The “Internet/WAN” tab is where you will set up your Router to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP). The Router is capable of connecting to virtually any ISP’s system provided you have correctly configured the Router’s settings for your ISP’s connection type.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting your ISP Connection Type to PPPoE or PPPoA PPPoE (Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet) is the standard method of connecting networked devices. It requires a user name and password to access the network of your ISP for connecting to the Internet. PPPoA (PPP over ATM) is similar to PPPoE, but is mostly implemented in the UK. Select PPPoE or PPPoA and click “Next”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents 5. sections 1 2 3 4 IP assigned by ISP 5 6. 1) For the Dynamic IP connection - Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use Dynamic IP. 6 7 8 9 10 VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here. (Assigned by your ISP). 7. Encapsulation - Select your encapsulation type (supplied by your ISP) to specify how to handle multiple protocols at the ATM transport layer.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting your Connection Type to Dynamic/Fixed IP (1483 Bridged) For Dynamic IP connection: This connection method bridges your network and ISP’s network together. The Router can obtain an IP address automatically from your ISP’s DHCP server or accept a fixed IP address assigned by your ISP. 1. IP assigned by ISP - Select “Yes” if your ISP instructed you to use Dynamic IP. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 For Static IP connection: Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP (IPoA) 1. IP assigned by ISP – Select “No” if your ISP instructed you to use fixed IP. This connection type is also called “Classical IP over ATM” or “CLIP”, which your ISP provides a fixed IP for your Router to connect to the Internet. 2. IP Address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Router WAN interface. 3.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents 1. sections 1 2 3 4 WAN IP Address – Enter an IP address assigned by your ISP for the Router WAN interface. Use Static Default Gateway - Enter a default gateway IP address. If the Router cannot find the destination address within its local network, it will forward the packets to the default gateway assigned by your ISP. 4. VPI/VCI - Enter your Virtual Path Identifier (VPI) and Virtual Circuit Identifier (VCI) parameter here.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting Custom Domain Name Server (DNS) Settings Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface A “Domain Name Server” is a server located on the Internet that translates Universal Resource Locaters (URLs) like “www.belkin.com” to IP addresses. Many Internet Service Providers (ISPs) do not require you to enter this information into the Router.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Viewing the LAN Settings Changing LAN Settings Clicking on the header of the LAN tab (1) will take you to the LAN tab’s header page. A quick description of the functions can be found here. To view the settings or make changes to any of the LAN settings, click on “LAN Settings” (2) or to view the list of connected computers, click on “DHCP client list” (3).
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1. IP Address 4. IP Pool The “IP address” is the internal IP address of the Router. The default IP address is “192.168.2.1”. To access the advanced setup interface, type this IP address into the address bar of your browser. This address can be changed if needed. To change the IP address, type in the new IP address and click “Apply Changes”. The IP address you choose should be a non-routable IP.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Viewing the DHCP Client List Page Configuring the Wireless Network Settings You can view a list of the computers (known as clients), which are connected to your network. You are able to view the IP address (1) of the computer, the host name (2) (if the computer has been assigned one), and the MAC address (3) of the computer’s network interface card (NIC).
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 (1) Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID is used. The SSID is your network name. The default network name of the Router is “Belkin_G+MIMO_” followed by six digits that are unique to your Router. Your network name will look something like “Belkin_G+MIMO_123456”. You can change this to anything you choose, or you can leave it unchanged.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Changing the Wireless Channel 802.11b Mode There are a number of operating channels from which you can choose— in the United Kingdom (and most of Europe), Australia, and most of Asia, there are 13. In other countries, there are other channel requirements. Your Router is configured to operate on the proper channels for the country in which you reside. The channel can be changed if needed.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using the Broadcast SSID Feature 802.11e/WMM (Wi-Fi® Multimedia) QoS Note: This advanced feature should be employed by advanced users only. For security, you can choose not to broadcast your network’s SSID. Doing so will keep your network name hidden from computers that are scanning for the presence of wireless networks.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Using Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS uses WPA2 (described below) for encryption. It does not provide additional security, but rather, standardizes the method for securing your wireless network. You may use either the Push Button Configuration (PBC) method or PIN method to allow a device access to your wireless network.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 1. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS): Enabled or Disabled. 2. Personal Identification Number (PIN) Method: In this method, a wireless client wishing to access your network must supply an 8-digit PIN to the Router. After clicking “Enroll”, you must start the WPS handshaking procedure from the client within two minutes. 3. Router PIN: If an external registrar is available, you may enter in the Router’s PIN to the registrar.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting WPA/WPA2-Personal (PSK) Like WPA security, WPA2 is available in WPA2-Personal (PSK) mode. Typically, WPA2-Personal (PSK) is the mode that will be used in a home environment. Please refer to the User Manual for more information about wireless security and different types of wireless security. 1.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting WPA Security Setting WPA-PSK Note: To use WPA security, your wireless network cards must be equipped with software that supports WPA. At the time this User Manual was published, a security patch from Microsoft is available for free download. This patch works only with Windows XP. 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA-PSK”. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting 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. 1. Select “128-bit WEP” or “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using a Hexadecimal Key Setting MAC Address Control A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are 10 digits long and can be divided into five twodigit numbers. 128-bit keys are 26 digits long and can be divided into 13 two-digit numbers.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting up an Allow Access List Setting up a Deny Access List 1. Select the “Allow” radio button (1) to begin setting up a list of computers allowed to connect to the wireless network. The “Deny Access” list lets you specify computers that you DO NOT want to access the network. Any computer in the list will not be allowed access to the wireless network. All others will. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Configuring the Firewall 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 defect • Fragment flooding G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 6 7 8 9 10 The firewall also masks common ports that are frequently used to attack networks.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Configuring Internal Forwarding Settings Choosing an Application 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Setting Client IP Filters 5 6 7 8 10 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting MAC Address Filtering Enabling the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Using Dynamic DNS The Dynamic DNS service allows you to alias a dynamic IP address to a static host name in any of the many domains DynDNS.org offers, allowing your network computers to be more easily accessed from various locations on the Internet. DynDNS.org provides this service, for up to five host names, free to the Internet community.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 Utilities 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 your Router’s security level.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Restarting the Router Sometimes it may be necessary to restart or reboot the Router if it begins working improperly. Restarting or rebooting the Router will NOT delete any of your configuration settings.. Restarting the Router to Restore Normal Operation 1. Click the “Restart Router” button. 2. The following message will appear. Click “OK”. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 58 3.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using this option will restore all of the settings in the Router to the factory (default) settings. It is recommended that you back up your settings before you restore all of the defaults. 1. Click the “Restore Defaults” button. 2. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router The following message will appear. Click “OK”. 59 3. The following message will appear.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Saving a Current Configuration 1. You can save your current configuration by using this feature. Saving your configuration will allow you to restore it later if your settings are lost or changed. It is recommended that you back up your current configuration before performing a firmware update. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 60 Click “Save”. A window called “File Download” will open. Click “Save”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents 2. sections 1 2 3 4 A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the configuration file. Select a location. You can name the file anything you want, or use the default name “user.conf”. Be sure to name the file so you can locate it yourself later. When you have selected the location and name of the file, click “Save”. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 61 5 6 7 3.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Restoring a Previous Configuration 1. This option will allow you to restore a previously saved configuration. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 62 Click “Browse”. A window will open that allows you to select the location of the configuration file. All configuration files end with a “.conf”. Locate the configuration file you want to restore and double-click on it.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 2. You will be asked if you want to continue. Click “OK”. 3. A reminder window will appear. It will take up to 60 seconds for the configuration restoration to complete. Click “OK”. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 1 2 3 4 5 4. 63 6 7 8 9 10 A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen. When the countdown reaches zero, the Router’s configuration will be restored. The Router’s home page should appear automatically.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Updating the Firmware From time to time, Belkin may release new versions of the Router’s firmware. Firmware updates contain feature improvements and fixes to problems that may have existed. When Belkin releases new firmware, you can download the firmware from the Belkin update website and update your Router’s firmware to the latest version.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents 1. sections 1 2 3 4 To download the new version of firmware, click “Download”. 5 65 7 8 9 10 2. When the save is complete, you will see the following window. Click “Close”. 3. The download of the firmware is complete. To update the firmware, follow the next steps in “Updating the Router’s Firmware”. A window will open that allows you to select the location where you want to save the firmware file. Select a location.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Updating the Router’s Firmware 1. 2. 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. The “Update Firmware” box will now display the location and name of the firmware file you just selected. Click “Update”.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 3. You will be asked if you are sure you want to continue. Click “OK”. 4. 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”. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 4 5 5. 67 6 7 8 9 10 A 60-second countdown will appear on the screen.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Changing System Settings Changing the Login Time-Out Setting 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. The login time-out option allows you to set the period of time that you can be logged into the Router’s advanced setup interface.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Setting the Time and Time Zone Enabling Remote Management The Router keeps time by connecting to a Simple Network Time Protocol (SNTP) server. This allows the Router to synchronize the system clock to the global Internet. The synchronized clock in the Router is used to record the security log and control client filtering. Select the time zone that you reside in.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Enabling/Disabling UPnP Enabling/Disabling Auto Firmware Update 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 Router’s firewall to be configured in a specific way to operate properly.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Set up the computer that is connected to the cable or DSL modem FIRST using these steps. You can also use these steps to add computers to your Router after the Router has been set up to connect to the Internet. Manually Configuring Network Settings in Mac OS up to 9.x 1. Pull down the Apple menu. Select “Control Panels” and select “TCP/IP”. 2. You will see the TCP/IP control panel.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Mac OS X v10.x 1. 5 3. Click on the “System Preferences” icon. 6 7 8 9 10 Next to “Configure” (2), 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. (2) 2. (3) (5) Select “Network” (1) from the “System Preferences” menu.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Table of Contents 5. 6. sections 1 2 3 4 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. (3) (5) (4) If not already selected, select “Using DHCP” next to “Configure:” (4), then click “Apply Now”. Your network adapter(s) are now configured for use with the Router.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 2000, NT, XP, or Vista 1. Click “Start”, “Settings”, then “Control Panel”. 2. Double-click on the “Network and dial-up connections” icon (Windows 2000) or the “Network” icon (Windows XP). 3. Right-click on the “Local Area Connection” associated with your network adapter and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 4.
Manually Configuring Network Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Manually Configuring Network Adapters in Windows 98 or Me 1. Right-click on “My Network Neighborhood” and select “Properties” from the drop-down menu. 2. Select “TCP/IP -> settings” for your installed network adapter. You will see the following window. (1) (2) (3) 3. If “Specify and IP address” is selected, your Router will need to be set up for a static IP connection type.
Recommended Web Browser Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 In most cases, you will not need to make any changes to your web browser’s settings. If you are having trouble accessing the Internet or the Web-Based Advanced User Interface, then change your browser’s settings to the recommended settings in this section. Microsoft® Internet Explorer 4.0 or Higher 1. 2. Start your web browser. Select “Tools” then “Internet Options”.
Recommended Web Browser Settings Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 3. Under the “Internet Options” screen, click on “Connections” and select “LAN Settings…”. 4. 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. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Netscape® Navigator ® 4.0 or Higher 77 1.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Installation CD does not automatically start. Solution: If the CD-ROM does not start the Setup Assistant automatically, it could be that the computer is running other applications that are interfering with the CD drive. 1. 2. If the Setup Assistant screen does not appear within 15–20 seconds, open up your CD-ROM drive by double-clicking on the “My Computer” icon that is located on your desktop.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3. The Setup Assistant should start within a few seconds. If, instead, a window appears showing the files on the CD, double-click on the icon labeled “SetupAssistant.exe”. 4.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Setup Assistant cannot find my Router. Solution: If the Setup Assistant is not able to find the Router during the installation process, please check the following items: 1. 3. If the Setup Assistant 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.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Problem: Setup Assistant cannot connect my Router to the Internet. • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. If the Setup Assistant is not able to connect the Router to the Internet, please check the following items: • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “Internet” light is off and the “Modem” light is blinking. 1. Solution: Solution: 2.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Problem: • The Setup Assistant completed installation, but my web browser doesn’t work. • The Setup Assistant completed, but my web browser doesn’t work. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The Router’s “Modem” light is on and the “Internet” light is blinking. • I am unable to connect to the Internet. The “Modem” light on my Router is blinking and the “Internet” light is solid.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly. Solution: If you are unable to connect to the Internet from a wireless computer, please do the following: 1. 2. 3. Look at the lights on your Router. Your Belkin Router’s lights should be as follows: • The “Power” light should be on. • The “Internet” light should be on and not blinking. • The “Modem” light should be either on or blinking.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Problem: I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, but my network name is listed. I can’t connect to the Internet wirelessly, and my network name is not listed. Solution: Solution: If the name of your network is listed in the “Available Networks” list, please follow the steps below to connect wirelessly: 1. Click on the correct network name in the “Available Networks” list. 2.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: • 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. Solution: 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.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 Problem: How do I extend the range of my wireless network? Solution: 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.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: 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. For example: Open your web browser and type in the IP address of the Wireless Router or Access Point. (The Router’s default is 192.168.2.1, the Access Point’s default is 192.168.2.254.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter). Solution: The client card must use the same key as the Wireless 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.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: Problem: Do Belkin products support WPA? 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: 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.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a home network. Solution: 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. 1. 5.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security on a Belkin client card (Wireless Network Card or Adapter) for a business. Solution: 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. 4. Under “Network Authentication”, select “WPA”. 5.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Problem: I am having difficulty setting up Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) security and I am NOT using a Belkin client card for a home network. Solution: If you are NOT using a Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop or Wireless Notebook Network Card and it is not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free download: http://www.microsoft.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 What’s the difference between 802.11b, 802.11g, 802.11a, and draft 802.11n? Currently there are four levels of wireless networking standards, which transmit data at very different maximum speeds. Each is based on the designation for certifying network standards. The most common wireless networking standard, 802.11b, transmits information at 11Mbps; 802.11a and 802.11g work at 54Mbps; and draft 802.11n works at 300Mbps.
Troubleshooting Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Technical Support You can find technical-support information on our website, www.belkin.com, by navigating to the tech-support section. If you want to contact technical support by phone, please call the number you need from the list below*: *Local rates apply. G+ MIMO Wireless Modem Router Country Number Internet Address Austria 0820 200766 http://www.belkin.com/uk/networking/ Belgium 07 07 00 073 http://www.belkin.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Europe-European Union Notice Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European Norms (in brackets are the equivalent international standards). To determine the type of transmitter, check the identification label on your Belkin product. Products with the CE marking comply with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Belkin International, Inc., Limited Lifetime Product Warranty What this warranty covers. Belkin International, Inc. (“Belkin”) warrants to the original purchaser of this Belkin product that the product shall be free of defects in design, assembly, material, or workmanship.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 How state law relates to the warranty. THIS WARRANTY CONTAINS THE SOLE WARRANTY OF BELKIN. THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR, EXCEPT AS REQUIRED BY LAW, IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OR CONDITION OF QUALITY, MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES, IF ANY, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE TERM OF THIS WARRANTY. Belkin reserves the right to review the damaged Belkin product.
Information Table of Contents sections 1 2 3 4 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ýesky [Czech] [Belkin Ltd] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [F5D9631-4] je ve shodČ se základními požadavky a dalšími pĜíslušnými ustanoveními smČrnice 1999/5/ES. Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede [Belkin Ltd] erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr [F5D9631-4] overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
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