Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Changing LAN Settings All settings for the internal LAN setup of the Router can be viewed and changed here. 2 3 4 (2) 5 (3) 6 (4) 7 (5) 8 (6) 9 10 1. IP Address 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 3. DHCP Server The DHCP server function makes setting up a network very easy by assigning IP addresses to each computer on the network automatically. The default setting is “On”. The DHCP server can be turned OFF if necessary, however, in order to do so you must manually set a static IP address for each computer on your network. To turn off the DHCP server, select “Off” and click “Apply Changes”. 4.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Viewing the DHCP Client List Page 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). Pressing the “Refresh” (4) button will update the list. If there have been any changes, the list will be updated.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring the Wireless Network Settings The Wireless tab lets you make changes to the wireless network settings. From this tab you can make changes to the wireless network name (SSID), operating channel, encryption security settings, and configure the Router to be used as an access point. Changing the Wireless Network Name (SSID) To identify your wireless network, a name called the SSID (Service Set Identifier) is used.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Using the Wireless Mode Switch Your Router can operate in three different wireless modes: “802.11gAuto”, “802.11g-Only”, and “802.11g-LRS”. The different modes are explained below. 2 802.11g-Auto Mode 3 In this mode, the Router is compatible with 802.11b and 802.11g wireless clients simultaneously. This is the factory default mode and ensures successful operation with all Wi-Fi-compatible devices. If you have a mix of 802.11b and 802.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Using Turbo Mode Selecting “On” will result in all devices capable of turbo mode to function in turbo mode, and all clients not capable, to operate in normal 802.11g modes. Turbo mode supports both Turbo-enabled devices and non-Turbo-enabled devices simultaneously. Turbo mode is based on the unreleased 802.11e specification. Selecting “Off” will disable Turbo mode.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Changing the Wireless Channel 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 47 section 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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 network’s 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 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 manual’s publication, there are three encryption methods available.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 128-Bit WEP As a result of 64-bit WEP’s potential security weaknesses, a more secure method of 128-bit encryption was developed. 128-bit encryption includes a key length of 104 bits plus 24 additional bits of system-generated data (128 bits total). Some hardware manufacturers refer to 128-bit as 104-bit encryption.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) is a new Wi-Fi standard that was designed to improve upon the security features of WEP. To use WPA security, the drivers and software of your wireless equipment must be upgraded to support WPA. These updates will be found on the wireless vendors website. There are two types of WPA security, WPAPSK (no server) and WPA (with radius server).
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Sharing the Same Network Keys Most Wi-Fi products ship with security turned off. So once you have your network working, you need to activate WEP or WPA and make sure your wireless networking devices are sharing the same Network key.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 Using a Hexadecimal Key A hexadecimal key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. 64-bit keys are five two-digit numbers. 128-bit keys are 13 two-digit numbers. 2 For instance: 3 AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit key C3 03 0F AF 0F 4B B2 C3 D4 4B C3 D4 E7 = 128-bit key 4 In the boxes below, make up your key by writing in two characters between A–F and 0–9 in each box.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface WEP Setup 64-Bit WEP Encryption 1 Select “64-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2. After selecting your WEP encryption mode, you can enter your key by typing in the hex key manually, or you can type in a passphrase in the “Passphrase” field and click “Generate” to create a key. A hex (hexadecimal) key is a mixture of numbers and letters from A–F and 0–9. For 64-bit WEP, you need to enter 10 hex keys. For instance: AF 0F 4B C3 D4 = 64-bit WEP key 3.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 1 128-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. 1. Select “128-bit WEP” from the drop-down menu. 2.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Changing the Wireless Security Settings Your Router is equipped with WPA (Wireless 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 4. Click “Apply Changes” to finish. You must now set all clients to match these settings. 1 2 3 4 5 If your network uses a radius server to distribute keys to the clients, use this setting. 1. From the “Security Mode” drop-down menu, select “WPA—Radius Server”. 2. For Encryption Technique, select “TKIP” or “AES”. This setting will have to be identical on the clients that you set up. 3.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Configuring your Belkin Wireless G Network Cards to Use Security Please Note: This section is to provide you with the information on how to configure your Belkin Wireless G Network Cards to use security. At this point, you should already have your Wireless Router or Access Point set to use WPA or WEP. In order for you to gain a wireless connection, you will need to set your wireless notebook card and wireless desktop card to use the same security settings.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires WPA-PSK (no server) 1. 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. 2. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, select a network name from the “Available networks” list and click “Configure”. 3. Under “Network Authentication” select “WPA-PSK (No Server)”. 4.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Connecting your Computer to a Wireless Network that Requires WPA (with radius server) 1. 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. 2. Under the “Wireless Networks” tab, select a network name from the “Available networks” list and click “Configure”. 3. Under “Network Authentication” select WPA. 4.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Up WPA for a Non-Belkin Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Cards For non-Belkin WPA Wireless Desktop and Wireless Notebook Cards that are not equipped with WPA-enabled software, a file from Microsoft called “Windows XP Support Patch for Wireless Protected Access” is available for free download. Please Note: The file that Microsoft has made available works only with Windows XP. Other operating systems are not supported at this time.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface Setting Up Windows XP Wireless Network Utility to Use WPA-PSK In order to use WPA-PSK, ensure you are using Windows Wireless Network Utility by doing the following: 1. Under Windows XP, click “Start > Control Panel > Network Connections”. 2. Right-click on “Wireless Network Connection”, and select “Properties”. 3. Clicking on the “Wireless Networks” tab will display the following screen.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 4. Under the Wireless Networks tab, click the “Configure” button, and you will see the following screen. 1 2 3 4 5 7 8 5. 9 For a home or small business user, select “WPA-PSK” under “Network Authentication”. Note: Select “WPA” 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. 6.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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.
Using the Web-Based Advanced User Interface 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.