Belkin Router F5D5231-4 User Manual
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(2) LAN Port Status LEDs These LEDs are labeled 1–4 and correspond to the numbered ports on the rear of the Router. When a computer is properly connected to one of the LAN ports on the rear of the Router, the LED will turn ON. GREEN means a 10Base-T device is connected, AMBER means a 100Base-TX device is connected. The LED will blink rapidly when information is being sent over the port. OFFNo 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. OFFNo modem link Solid Green Good modem link Blinking Green Modem activity (4) 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 light will come in handy for knowing the status of your Router’s connection. OFF Router is not connected to the Internet Blinking Green Router is attempting to connect to the Internet Solid Green Router is connected to the Internet 8 s e c t i o n 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Knowing your Router
Rear Panel (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. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/Ready light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. b. Using the Reset Button to Restore the Factory Defaults Press and hold the Reset button for five seconds then release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The Power/Ready light will begin to blink. When the Power/ Ready light becomes solid again, the restore is complete. (6) Modem Port This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem. Use the cable that was provided with the modem to connect the modem to this port. We recommend you use the included, high-quality networking cable, rather than another cable, which may not work properly. (7) Computer (LAN) Ports Connect your computers to these ports. These ports are RJ45, 10/100 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable. The ports are labeled 1 through 4. These ports correspond to the numbered LEDs on the front of the Router. (8) Power Jack Connect the included DC 3.3V /1.5A power supply to this jack. (5)(6)(8)(7) Knowing your Router 109
Verify the contents of your box. You should have the following: • Belkin 4-Port Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD • Belkin RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual Modem Requirements Your cable or DSL modem must be equipped with an RJ45 Ethernet port. Many modems have both an RJ45 Ethernet port and a USB connection. If you have a modem with both Ethernet and USB, and are using the USB connection at this time, you will be instructed to use the RJ45 Ethernet port during the installation procedure. If your modem has only a USB port, you can request a different type of modem from your ISP, or you can, in some cases, purchase a modem that has an RJ45 Ethernet port on it. Ethernet USB Knowing your Router 10 s e c t i o n 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Connecting and Configuring your Router
1211 Connecting and Configuring your Router 1211 Connecting and Configuring your Router Step 1 Run the Easy Install Wizard software 1.1 Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time. 1.2 DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME. Make sure you have the following items at the computer that is now directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. • Belkin 4-Port Router • Quick Installation Guide • Belkin Easy Install Wizard Software CD • Belkin RJ45 Networking Cable • Power Supply • User Manual 1.3 Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer. 1.4 Insert the Easy Install Wizard Software CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Easy Installation Wizard screen will automatically appear on your screen within 15 seconds. If it does not, select your CD-ROM drive from “My Computer” and double-click on the file named “Setup” on the CD-ROM. 1.5 Follow the Easy Install Wizard to complete the installation. 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. If it is not, you must use the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual to configure your Router. If you are using an operating system other than Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP, Mac OS 9.x, or Mac OS X, you must set up the Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual . IMPORTANT: Run the Easy Install Wizard from the computer that is directly connected to the cable or DSL modem. DO NOT CONNECT THE ROUTER AT THIS TIME.
12 Connecting and Configuring your Router 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 s e c t i o n Welcome Screen After you insert the CD into your CD- ROM drive, the Wizard’s welcome screen will appear. Make sure you have not connected the Router at this point. If you have connected your Router, please reconnect your computer directly to the modem. Click “Next” when you are ready to move on. 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. 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. When the Wizard is finished examining your computer, click “Next” to continue. Multi-NICs Screen If you have more than one network adapter installed in your computer, the Wizard will need to know which adapter is connected to your modem. Select the network card that is connected to your modem from the list and click “Next”. If you are not sure which adapter to choose, select the adapter at the top of the list. If you mistakenly choose the wrong adapter now, you will be able to choose a different one later.
13 Connecting and Configuring your Router 13 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. 2.2 This step instructs you to locate the BLUE cable that is included with your Router. Plug one end of this cable into ANY one of the BLUE ports on your Router. Plug the other end of the cable into the networking port on your computer. Click “Next” to continue. 2.3 This step instructs you to locate the power supply that is included with your Router. Plug the power supply’s small connector into the GRAY port on the Router. Plug the power supply into an empty power outlet. Click “Next” to continue. 2.4 This step instructs you to look at the lights on the front of your Router. Make sure the appropriate lights are ON. Refer to the Easy Install Wizard software on your computer’s screen for more details. Click “Next” to continue. 14
Step 3 Check the connection 3.1 Once you have completed connecting the Router, the Wizard will check the connection to the Router, then go on to determine what type of Internet connection you have. 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. If you have to type in a user name and password to connect to the Internet, then type that same user name and password in here. Your user name looks something like “jsmith@myisp. com” or simply “jsmith”. The service name is optional and is very rarely required by your ISP. If you don’t know your service name, leave this blank. When you have entered your information, click “Next” to move on. Connecting and Configuring your Router 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 s e c t i o n
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. The “Connected” light on the front panel of the Router will flash during this time. 4.2 Finished When the Internet connection is complete, the Wizard will tell you that you are finished. The “Connected” LED on the front of the Router will be solid GREEN, indicating that the Router is now connected to the Internet. Your Router is now connected to the Internet. Now you can begin surfing the Internet by opening your browser and going to your favorite web page. Congratulations! You have finished installing your new Belkin Router. You are ready to set up the other computers in your home. You can also add computers to your Router any time you want. Simply follow the “Alternate Setup Method” on the next page to learn how to add more computers. Connecting and Configuring your Router 1516
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: • View the Router’s current settings and status. • Configure the Router to connect to your ISP with the settings that they provided to you. • Change the current network settings such as the Internal IP address, the IP address pool, DHCP settings, and more. • Set the Router’s firewall to work with specific applications (port forwarding). • Set up security features such as client restrictions and MAC address filtering. • Enable the DMZ feature for a single computer on your network. • Change the Router’s internal password. • Enable/Disable UPnP (Universal Plug-and-Play). • Reset the Router. • Back up your configuration settings. • Reset the Router’s default settings. • Update the Router’s firmware. Alternate Setup Method Step 1 Connect the 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 “Connection to Modem”. 1.4 Connect a new network cable (not included) from the back of the computer to one of the ports labeled “1-4”. Note: It does not matter which numbered port you choose. 16 s e c t i o n 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Alternate Setup Method
1817 Alternate Setup Method 1817 Alternate Setup Method 1.5 Turn your cable or DSL modem on by reconnecting the power supply to the 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. The green light labeled “Modem” should be ON if your modem is connected correctly to the Router. 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 that you connected your computer to should be ON if your computer is connected properly. Alternate Setup Method 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. To power adapter Mac or PC computer that was originally connected to the cable or DSL modem Network cable (to computer) Existing networking cable (came with modem)