Belkin Router F6D4230-4 User Manual
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9Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12456789103 KnoWIng yo UR Ro UTER f� Modem status This icon lights in green to indicate that your modem is connected properly to the Router � It turns amber when problem is detected � OFFRouter is NOT connected to modem Solid GreenRouter is connected to modem and functioning properly Blinking AmberProblem with modem g� Internet status 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� OffRouter is NOT connected to the Internet Blinking AmberRouter is attempting to connect to the Internet Solid GreenRouter is connected to the Internet (I) (K) (J)(H)
10Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12456789103 KnoWIng yo UR Ro UTER H� Connections to Wired Computers – g ray 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 – y ellow This port is for connection to your cable or DSL modem � Use the cable that was provided with the router to connect the modem to this port � Use of a cable other than the one supplied with the router may not work properly � J� Reset button – Red 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� K� Power Jack – b lack Connect the included 12V/1A DC power supply to this jack �
11Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents1235678910 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER 4 Verify the contents of your box � y ou should have the following: • Belkin Enhanced 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� setup 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 � EthernetUsb
12Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER step 1: Hardware Connections – f ollow the Quick Installation guide (QIg) a � Unplug your modem’s power cord � Put the Router next to the modem� Raise the Router’s antenna � b� Locate the networking cable that connects your modem and computer� Unplug that cable from your modem, and plug it into any gray port on the back of the Router � C� Find your new networking cable (included in the box with your Router) and connect it to the yellow port on the back of the Router � Connect the other end to your modem, in the port that’s now free� d� Plug in your modem’s power cord� Wait 60 seconds for the modem to start up� Plug the Router’s power supply into the black port on the back� Plug the other end into the wall outlet � E� Wait 20 seconds for the Router to start up � Look at the display on the front of the Router� Make sure the “Wired” and “Router” icons are lit up in green � If they are not, recheck your connections� LAN W AN B D DA D CC A
13Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER 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 � step 2: s et Up the Router – Run the s etup assistant s oftware a � Shut down any programs that are running on your computer at this time� Turn off any firewall or Internet-connection-sharing software on your computer � b� Insert the CD into your computer � The Setup Assistant will automatically appear on your computer’s screen within 15 seconds� Click on “Go” to run the Setup Assistant � Follow the instructions there� IMPoRT anT: Run the Setup Assistant from the computer that is directly connected to the Router �
14Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER Progress s creen Setup Assistant will show you a progress screen each time a step in the setup has been completed � Confirmation screen Verify that you have completed all QIG steps by checking the box to the right of the arrow � Click “Next” to continue �
15Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER 1�2 Verifying Hardware Connections The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection � 1�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�
16Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER 1�4 Requesting Internet a ccount Info (if needed) If your Internet account requires a login and password, you will be prompted with a screen similar to the illustration below � Select your country or ISP from the drop-down boxes� 1�3 n aming 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 � Click “Next” to continue �
17Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER 1�5 Configuring the Router 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� Doing so will render your Router inoperable � 1�6 Checking Internet Connection We are almost done � The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet �
18Enhanced Wireless Router sectionstable of c ontents12356789104 ConnECTIng and Conf Ig URI ng yo UR Ro UTER Congratulations 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 � You can use the Setup Assistant to set up your other wired and wireless computers to connect to the Internet by clicking “Next” � If you decide to add computers to your Router later, select “Exit the Assistant” and then click “Next”� Troubleshooting 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 �