4-Port Router Share your broadband Internet access HSM 802.11g 2.4GHz • Wireless 802.11g 2.4GHz • Wireless 802.11b 2.
Table of Contents 1 Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Benefits of a Home Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Advantages of a Wired Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Product Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Introduction 1 Creating a home network is easy and very practical if you have more than one computer. Networking lets you share resources, such as printers and hard drives that, in the past, could be used ONLY by the computer directly connected to them.
Overview 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 Wired Router an ideal solution for your home or small office network. Easy Install Wizard The Easy Install Wizard takes the guesswork out of setting up your Router. This automatic software determines your network settings for you and sets up the Router for connection to your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Overview 1 Your Router employs Network Address Translation (NAT) to share the single IP address assigned to you by your Internet Service Provider while saving the cost of adding IP addresses to your Internet service account.
Knowing your Router Package Contents • Belkin 4-Port Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual 4
Knowing your Router 1 System Requirements Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection 2 • At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter • TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer 3 • RJ45 Ethernet networking cable • Internet browser 4 Easy Install Wizard Software System Requirements 5 • A PC running Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, or a Mac computer running Mac OS 9.
Knowing your Router The Router has been designed to be placed on a desktop vertically. 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. Front Panel (1) (3) (4) (2) (1) Power/Ready LED When you power ON or restart the Router, the Power/Ready LED blinks. When the Router has completely booted up, the Power/Ready LED turns SOLID.
Knowing your Router 1 (2) LAN Port Status LEDs OFF No device is linked to the port Green 10Base-T device connected Orange 100Base-Tx device connected Blinking (Orange or Green) Port activity (3) Modem Status LED This LED will be GREEN when your modem is connected properly to the Router. The LED will blink rapidly when there is information being sent over the port between the Router and the modem.
Knowing your Router Rear Panel (5) (6) (7) (8) (5) Reset Button The reset button is used in the rare event that the Router functions improperly. Resetting the Router will restore the Router’s normal operation while maintaining the programmed settings. You can also restore the factory default settings by using the reset button. Use the restore option in instances where you may have forgotten your custom password. a. Using the Reset Button to Reset the Router Push and release the Reset button.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: 1 2 Belkin 4-Port Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual 3 4 5 Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Easy Install Wizard Belkin has provided our Easy Install Wizard software to make installing your Router a simple and easy task. You can use it to get your Router up and running in minutes. The Easy Install Wizard requires that your Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP computer be connected directly to your cable or DSL modem and that the Internet connection is active and working at the time of installation.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Welcome Screen Progress Screen Easy Install will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed. Each time you see the progress screen, click “Next” when you are ready to move to the next step. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Examining Settings The Wizard will now examine your computer’s network settings and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to the Internet.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 2 Connect the Router to your modem and computer The Wizard will walk you through connecting your Router to your computer and modem. Follow the steps on the screen using the pictures as a guide. 2.1 This step instructs you to locate the cable connected between your modem and the networking port on your computer. Unplug this cable from the computer and plug it into the GREEN port on the Router. Click “Next” to continue. 2.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 3 1 Check the connection 3.1 Once you have completed 2 3 4 5 3.2 User Name and Password Needed If you have a connection type that requires a user name and a password, the Wizard will ask you to type in your user name and password. If your connection type does not require a user name and password, you will not see this screen. Your user name and password is provided to you by your Internet Service Provider.
Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 4 Configure the Router The Wizard will now transfer all of the configuration information to the Router. This will take approximately one minute. During this time, do not turn off the Router or computer. The Router will restart itself at the end of this step. 4.1 Checking the Internet The Wizard will now check for an Internet connection. This can take a few minutes. The Wizard may not detect a connection right away. If not, it will retry a number of times.
Alternate Setup Method The Advanced User Interface is a web-based tool that you can use to set up the Router if you don’t want to use the Easy Install Wizard. You can also manage advanced functions of the Router. From the Advanced User Interface, you can perform the following tasks: 1 2 3 • View the Router’s current settings and status. • Configure the Router to connect to your ISP with the settings that they provided to you.
Alternate Setup Method 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 Network cable (to computer) Existing networking cable (came with modem) 1.6 Before plugging the power cord into the Router, plug the cord into the wall, then plug the cord into the Router’s power jack. 1.7 Verify that your modem is connected to the Router by checking the lights on the front of the Router.
Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method Step 3 Configure the Router using the Web-Based User Interface Using your Internet browser, you can access the Router’s Web-Based Advanced User Interface. In your browser, type “192.168.2.1” (do not type in anything else such as “http://” or “www”). Then press the “Enter” key. 1 2 3 4 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.
Alternate Setup Method 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. (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (1) (10) (8) (9) (1) Quick Navigation Links You can go directly to any of the Router’s advanced UI pages by clicking directly on these links.
Alternate Setup Method 1 (5) Help Button The “Help” button gives you access to the Router’s help pages. Help is also available on many pages by clicking “more info” next to certain sections of each page. 2 3 (6) Login/Logout Button 4 5 6 7 (7) Status Indicator This indicator is visible in all pages of the Router. It tells you the connection status of the Router. When the indicator says “connection OK” in GREEN, the Router is connected to the Internet.
Alternate Setup Method Alternate Setup Method Step 4 Set your computer’s network settings to work with a DHCP server 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. Your ISP connection settings are provided to you by your ISP.
Alternate Setup Method 1 Setting your Connection Type From the “Connection Type” page, you can select the type of connection you use. Select the type of connection you use by clicking the radio button (1) next to your connection type and then click “Next” (2).
Alternate Setup Method Setting your ISP Connection Type to Dynamic IP A dynamic connection type is the most common connection type found with cable modems. Setting the connection type to dynamic in many cases is enough to complete the connection to your ISP. Some dynamic connection types may require a host name. You can enter your host name in the space provided if you were assigned one. Your host name is assigned by your ISP.
Alternate Setup Method 1 Setting your ISP Connection Type to Static IP A static IP address connection type is less common than other connection types. If your ISP uses static IP addressing, you will need your IP address, subnet mask, and ISP gateway address. This information is available from your ISP or on the paperwork that your ISP left with you. Type in your information then click “Apply Changes” (5).
Alternate Setup Method Setting your ISP Connection Type to (PPPoE) Most DSL providers use PPPoE as the connection type. If you use a DSL modem to connect to the Internet, your ISP may use PPPoE to log you into the service. If you have an Internet connection in your home or small office that doesn’t require a modem, you may also use PPPoE.
Alternate Setup Method 1 (2) Password Type in your password and retype it into the “Retype Password” box to confirm it. 2 (3) Service Name 3 A service name is rarely required by an ISP. If you are not sure if your ISP requires a service name, leave this blank. The MTU setting should never be changed unless your ISP gives you a specific MTU setting.
Alternate Setup Method Setting your ISP Connection Type to Point-to-Point Tunneling Protocol (PPTP) [European Countries Only].This type of connection is most common in European countries. Some ISPs require a connection using PPTP protocol. This sets up a direct connection to the ISP’s system. Type in the information provided by your ISP in the space provided. When you have finished, click “Apply Changes” (9).
Alternate Setup Method 1 (5) My IP Address Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. (6) My Subnet Mask 2 Provided by your ISP. Enter the IP address here. 3 (7) Connection ID 4 (8) Disconnect after X…. The disconnect feature is used to automatically disconnect the Router from your ISP when there is no activity for a specified period of time.
