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    g�  Router/Power  status 
    When you apply power to the Router or restart it, a short period of time elapses while the Router boots up  . During this time, the “router” icon blinks . When the Router has completely booted up, the “router” icon becomes a solid light, indicating the Router is ready for use  .
    OffRouter is off
    Blinking BlueRouter is booting up
    Solid BlueRouter is on and ready
    H� Wireless s tatus
    OffWireless is off
    Solid BlueWireless is on
    I� Modem  status  
    This icon lights in blue to indicate that your Router is connected properly to the modem  . It turns amber when a problem is detected  .
    OffRouter is NOT connected to modem
    Solid BlueRouter is connected to modem and functioning properly
    Blinking AmberProblem with modem
    J� 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 BlueRouter is attempting to connect to the Internet
    Solid BlueRouter is connected to the Internet
    Blinking AmberProblem with connecting to the Internet 
    						
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    K � Connections to Wired Computers  
    Connect your wired (non-wireless) computers to these ports  . These ports are RJ45, 10/100/1000 auto-negotiation, auto-uplinking ports for standard UTP category 5 or 6 Ethernet cable . The ports are labeled 1 through 4 . 
    l� U sb  Port 
    Plug in your USB storage device here  .  
    M� Connection to Modem  
    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 .
    N� 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 “Power/Router” light will begin to blink  . When the “Power/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 “Power/Router” light will begin to blink . When the “Power/Router” light becomes solid again, the restore is complete  .
    o� Power Jack – black
    Connect the included 15V/1  .25A DC power supply to this jack  .
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    P� “Reconnect”  button
    The “Reconnect” button provides a simple way to alleviate wireless and Internet-connection 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 Double N+ Wireless Router 
    •	RJ45 Ethernet Networking Cable 
    •	Power Supply
    •	Belkin Setup Assistant Software CD
    •	User Manual on the Setup Assistant CD
    •	Network Status Display Guide
    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 .
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    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 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 . Additionally, if you are using an operating system other than Windows 2000, XP, Vista or Windows 7, 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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    s tep 1: Hardware Connections
    1� Find the cable connecting your modem and computer*  . Unplug it from the computer and plug it into the yellow port on the Belkin Router . 
    2� Connect the new cable (provided in the box) to any gray port on the Router  . Plug the other end into a network (Ethernet) port on your computer  .
    3� Plug the power supply into a wall outlet, and the other end into the black port on the Belkin Router  . As the Router wakes up, lights will come on; recheck your connections if the “Wired” and “Router” lights are not a steady blue after 20 seconds  . 
    4� Rotate the antennas up  .
    5� Locate the CD in this guide and insert it into your computer  . The Setup Wizard should appear automatically . If it doesn’t, open the CD in My Computer (Windows) or the Finder (Mac OS X) and double-click the “Router Setup” icon .
    *If you are replacing an existing router, find the cable connecting the modem and old router  . Disconnect it from the old router and plug it into the yellow por t on the new router .
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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 .
    s tep 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 from Step 1 – B  . 
    						
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    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  .
    select Country 
    Select your country from the drop-down box  . Click “Begin” to continue . 
    						
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    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 .
    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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    1�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  . Click “Next” to continue  . 
    1�2 Verifying Hardware Connections
    The Setup Assistant will now verify your hardware connection  . 
    						
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    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�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 . 
    						
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    1�6 Checking Internet Connection
    We are almost done  . The Setup Assistant will now check your connection to the Internet�
    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” . 
    						
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