Belkin Router F5D8236-4 User Manual

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f� Modem  status   
This icon lights in blue to indicate that your modem is connected 
properly to the Router. It turns amber when problem is detected.
OFF Router is NOT connected to 
modem
Solid Blue Router is connected to modem 
and functioning properly
Blinking Amber Problem with modem
g�  Internet s tatus  
  
This unique icon 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 amber, the Router is attempting 
to connect to the Internet. When the light is solid blue, the Router is 
connected to the Internet. When using the “Disconnect after x minutes” 
feature, this icon becomes extremely useful in monitoring the status of 
your Router’s connection.
OFF Router is NOT connected to 
 
the Internet
Blinking Amber Router is attempting to connect 
to the Internet
Solid Blue Router is connected to the 
Internet (H)(J)
(K)
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H � Connections to Wired Computers    –  gray   
 
Connect your wired (non-wireless) 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. 
I�  Connection to Modem  
 –  yellow  
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. 
Use of a cable other than the one supplied with the cable modem may 
not work properly.
J � Power Jack – b lack
Connect the included 12V/1A DC power supply to this jack.
K � Reset  button 
The “Reset” button is used in rare cases when the Router may function 
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.
i� Resetting the Router
Push and release the “Reset” button. The lights on the Router will 
momentarily flash. The “router” light will begin to blink. When the 
“router” light becomes solid again, the reset is complete. ii
� Restoring the f actory defaults
Press and hold the “Reset” button for at least 10 seconds, then 
release it. The lights on the Router will momentarily flash. The 
“router” light will begin to blink. When the “router” light becomes 
solid again, the restore is complete. 
l�  “Reconnect” button
 
The “Reconnect” button provides a simple way to alleviate wireless and 
Internet connectivity difficulties. Upon pushing this button, the Router 
will automatically scan and set itself on the cleanest channel, turn on 
high-speed mode (20/40MHz mode), and renegotiate your connection 
with your ISP (Internet Service Provider). Please note that any devices 
connected to the Router will be intermittently disconnected while the 
Router performs these tasks.  
Common issues that “Reconnect” will fix:
•		 Slow	 or	inconsistent	 download	speeds	due	to	interferences	 from	
other devices on the 2.4GHz band.
•	 	
Lost	 Internet	 connection,	 which	can	be	caused	 by	problems	 with	
the ISP or modem. Please also reset your modem before using 
“Reconnect” to regain connection to your ISP.  
						

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Verify the contents of your box � y ou should have the following:
•	 Belkin N Wireless Router 
•	 RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable 
•	 Power Supply
•	 Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
•	 User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD
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.
s etup  assistant
Belkin has provided our Setup Assistant 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 Setup Assistant requires that your computer be 
connected directly to your Router 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. Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than 
Windows 2000, XP, or Vista, or Mac OS X v10.x, you must set up the 
Router using the “Alternate Setup Method” section of this User Manual.
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[2]   Remove the power cord from   
  your DSL or cable modem. Connect the modem to the Router’s “modem” 
port with an Ethernet cable. ( Your computer 
might be plugged into the modem already.) Connect your computer to the Router with 
another Ethernet cable (temporarily, if need be).
[1] 
 Make sure your DSL or cable line  
  is plugged into your modem. Put the Router next to your DSL or cable modem.   
						

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Setup CD
[3]  Plug in your modem and make sure it turns  
  on. If your modem is already on, unplug it,  
  wait a few seconds, and plug it back in. Plug the Router’s power supply into the Router 
and a power outlet.
Put the CD into your computer. If the Setup 
Assistant doesn’t run automatically, browse the 
CD, find the Setup Assistant icon, and run it.
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oRT aNT: Run the s etup assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router from s tep 2�      
						

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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. 
						

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s elect Country 
Select your country from the drop-down box. Click “Begin” to continue.Confirmation s creen
Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the 
right of the arrow. Click “Next” to continue. 
						

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2�1 Checking s ettings
The Setup Assistant will now examine your computer’s network settings 
and gather information needed to complete the Router’s connection to 
the Internet.
Progress s
creen
Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the 
setup has been completed.  
						

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2�3 Naming your Wireless Network
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. 
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�2 Verifying Hardware Connections
The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection. 
						

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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.
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�4 Requesting Internet a ccount Info (if needed)
Select your ISP from the drop-down boxes.