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Table Of Contents Getting Started 1 What's in the Box 1 Initial Setup 1 Advanced Tools & Settings 6 The Belkin Router Manager 7 Manual Setup Using Your Browser 8 Adding Computers to Your Network 9 Getting to Know Your Router 11 Front Panel 11 Back Panel 12 Technical Details 13 Technical Features 13 System Requirements 14 Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty 15 Troubleshooting 15 Technical Support 22 Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty 23 Regulatory Information 26 FCC Statement 26
Table Of Contents Getting Started 1 What's in the Box 1 Initial Setup 1 Advanced Tools & Settings 6 The Belkin Router Manager 7 Manual Setup Using Your Browser 8 Adding Computers to Your Network 9 Getting to Know Your Router 11 Front Panel 11 Back Panel 12 Technical Details 13 Technical Features 13 System Requirements 14 Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty 15 Troubleshooting 15 Technical Support 22 Belkin International, Inc., Limited 2-Year Product Warranty 23 Regulatory Information 26 FCC Statement 26
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Raising the Router above floor level can improve the strength of your modem in an open location away from large metal objects and magnets such as those found in speakers. Getting Started What's in the Box Connect N150 Wireless Router Ethernet cable (attached to router) Power supply (attached to router) Network information card (attached to router) Belkin Setup CD with User Manual Initial Setup Where to Place Your Router For the best results, place the Router next to your wireless signal. 1
Raising the Router above floor level can improve the strength of your modem in an open location away from large metal objects and magnets such as those found in speakers. Getting Started What's in the Box Connect N150 Wireless Router Ethernet cable (attached to router) Power supply (attached to router) Network information card (attached to router) Belkin Setup CD with User Manual Initial Setup Where to Place Your Router For the best results, place the Router next to your wireless signal. 1
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...the modem instead . 2 . If the CD doesn't open automatically, please browse to disconnect your computer . Put the CD into your computer and plug the Router into a wall outlet . 3 . GeTTInG sTaRTeD 1 . This port might be connected to your computer by an Ethernet cable . It is OK to ...your modem) . Click the Setup icon on the back of your particular modem . Setup 4 . If you are adding a Router for the first time, this port may be labeled differently on the Belkin Setup CD icon . Connect your Router's Ethernet cable to your modem's Ethernet port (on the CD menu . 3
...the modem instead . 2 . If the CD doesn't open automatically, please browse to disconnect your computer . Put the CD into your computer and plug the Router into a wall outlet . 3 . GeTTInG sTaRTeD 1 . This port might be connected to your computer by an Ethernet cable . It is OK to ...your modem) . Click the Setup icon on the back of your particular modem . Setup 4 . If you are adding a Router for the first time, this port may be labeled differently on the Belkin Setup CD icon . Connect your Router's Ethernet cable to your modem's Ethernet port (on the CD menu . 3
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Store the card under the base of your Router . GeTTInG sTaRTeD 5 . After a brief installation, the setup software will ask you for the network name and password from the network information card that is attached to your Router for future reference . 4
Store the card under the base of your Router . GeTTInG sTaRTeD 5 . After a brief installation, the setup software will ask you for the network name and password from the network information card that is attached to your Router for future reference . 4
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... asked for service . If you have a wireless adapter, or the setup software is unable to retrieve your ISP . During setup you may need to the Router with a network cable . 5 If necessary, you may be asked to connect your computer to enter a username and password provided by your username and password . Once... additional information . A progress screen will appear indicating that came from your ISP when you are connected to enter additional information also provided by your new Belkin Router . This username and password is installed .
... asked for service . If you have a wireless adapter, or the setup software is unable to retrieve your ISP . During setup you may need to the Router with a network cable . 5 If necessary, you may be asked to connect your computer to enter a username and password provided by your username and password . Once... additional information . A progress screen will appear indicating that came from your ISP when you are connected to enter additional information also provided by your new Belkin Router . This username and password is installed .
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...) or menu bar (Mac). Amber: You are connected to your Router's settings to access your Belkin Router and it is not connected to the Internet. 7 Getting Started The Belkin Router Manager Belkin.2234 Router Settings User Manual Check for Updates Options Exit The Belkin Router Manager appears in your Router. It also provides quick access to the Internet. Green: You...
...) or menu bar (Mac). Amber: You are connected to your Router's settings to access your Belkin Router and it is not connected to the Internet. 7 Getting Started The Belkin Router Manager Belkin.2234 Router Settings User Manual Check for Updates Options Exit The Belkin Router Manager appears in your Router. It also provides quick access to the Internet. Green: You...
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GeTTInG sTaRTeD Manual setup Using Your browser In your browser (you do not need to type in anything else such as "www") . Then press the Enter key . 8 If you're still having trouble running the manual setup option, type "192 .168 .2 .1" in your browser, type "http://router" (you do not need to type in anything else such as "http://" or "www") . Then press the Enter key .
GeTTInG sTaRTeD Manual setup Using Your browser In your browser (you do not need to type in anything else such as "www") . Then press the Enter key . 8 If you're still having trouble running the manual setup option, type "192 .168 .2 .1" in your browser, type "http://router" (you do not need to type in anything else such as "http://" or "www") . Then press the Enter key .
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..., the setup software will ask you are connected to the Internet via your new Belkin Router. Once finished, a "Success" message will appear while additional software is most likely now located underneath the foot of your Router in the provided card slot. 4. Put the Setup CD into your CD drive ...and open the Belkin Setup CD icon. 2. A progress screen will appear indicating that you for the network name ...
..., the setup software will ask you are connected to the Internet via your new Belkin Router. Once finished, a "Success" message will appear while additional software is most likely now located underneath the foot of your Router in the provided card slot. 4. Put the Setup CD into your CD drive ...and open the Belkin Setup CD icon. 2. A progress screen will appear indicating that you for the network name ...
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..., see the "Troubleshooting" section in this purpose in software that came with connecting to your Belkin Router from the card located underneath the foot of available networks. You can identify your Belkin Router by locating the network name (SSID) from the list of your network. Your wireless device... will blink green while it listens for your Router. Using the WPS Button 1. Often there will be prompted ...
..., see the "Troubleshooting" section in this purpose in software that came with connecting to your Belkin Router from the card located underneath the foot of available networks. You can identify your Belkin Router by locating the network name (SSID) from the list of your network. Your wireless device... will blink green while it listens for your Router. Using the WPS Button 1. Often there will be prompted ...
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... . Either the modem is off, is not plugged into a power source . GeTTInG TO KnOW YOUR ROUTeR front Panel (a) (b) a) Router status light Your Router's status is unresponsive . Off: The Router is starting up . blinking Green: The Router is not plugged into the Router, or is shown by the light on the front . b) Wi-fi Protected setup (WPs...) light and button The WPS button on your Router and other WPS-enabled Wi-Fi devices such as computers . The small light near the WPS button shows what is happening while you are ...
... . Either the modem is off, is not plugged into a power source . GeTTInG TO KnOW YOUR ROUTeR front Panel (a) (b) a) Router status light Your Router's status is unresponsive . Off: The Router is starting up . blinking Green: The Router is not plugged into the Router, or is shown by the light on the front . b) Wi-fi Protected setup (WPs...) light and button The WPS button on your Router and other WPS-enabled Wi-Fi devices such as computers . The small light near the WPS button shows what is happening while you are ...
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... to restart your modem to this port using Ethernet cables . D) Power Connector Connect the included power supply to this jack . 12 GeTTInG TO KnOW YOUR ROUTeR back Panel (a) (b) (c) (d) a) Modem (Wan) Connector Connect your Router in rare cases when it functions incorrectly . Please see the Troubleshooting section for more information . Resetting the...
... to restart your modem to this port using Ethernet cables . D) Power Connector Connect the included power supply to this jack . 12 GeTTInG TO KnOW YOUR ROUTeR back Panel (a) (b) (c) (d) a) Modem (Wan) Connector Connect your Router in rare cases when it functions incorrectly . Please see the Troubleshooting section for more information . Resetting the...
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...Play) feature in your Router offers seamless operation of voice and video messaging, games, and other applications that will protect your network from any computer on your network. Integrated 4-Port 10/100 Switch Your Router has a built-in your house, your Belkin Router uses Network Address Translation ...(NAT) technology, allowing you to monitor your Router's status and change network settings. NAT IP Address Sharing To save you ...
...Play) feature in your Router offers seamless operation of voice and video messaging, games, and other applications that will protect your network from any computer on your network. Integrated 4-Port 10/100 Switch Your Router has a built-in your house, your Belkin Router uses Network Address Translation ...(NAT) technology, allowing you to monitor your Router's status and change network settings. NAT IP Address Sharing To save you ...
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or Mac OS® X v10.x Minimum 1GHz processor and 256MB RAM 600MB of free hard-drive space for installation 14 Technical Details System Requirements Router Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer RJ45 Ethernet networking cable Internet browser Setup Software A computer running Windows® XP SP2 or higher, Windows Vista®, or Windows 7;
or Mac OS® X v10.x Minimum 1GHz processor and 256MB RAM 600MB of free hard-drive space for installation 14 Technical Details System Requirements Router Broadband Internet connection such as a cable or DSL modem with RJ45 (Ethernet) connection At least one computer with an installed network interface adapter TCP/IP networking protocol installed on each computer RJ45 Ethernet networking cable Internet browser Setup Software A computer running Windows® XP SP2 or higher, Windows Vista®, or Windows 7;
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...on . 4. If Belkin Setup is turned on your computer may visit http://router/ and perform the setup manually. Unplug the Router's power supply for 10 seconds, then plug it back in this manual for details. 15 If Belkin Setup still cannot find my Router. If Belkin Setup does not run... when you insert the CD-ROM, your computer preventing an outgoing connection. Try connecting your computer to your Router during the installation process, please check the following...
...on . 4. If Belkin Setup is turned on your computer may visit http://router/ and perform the setup manually. Unplug the Router's power supply for 10 seconds, then plug it back in this manual for details. 15 If Belkin Setup still cannot find my Router. If Belkin Setup does not run... when you insert the CD-ROM, your computer preventing an outgoing connection. Try connecting your computer to your Router during the installation process, please check the following...
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...Internet, please check the following items: 1. This will cause the Router to try to "Manually Configuring Network Settings" in . Use the troubleshooting suggestions within Belkin Setup. 2. Make sure the Router is connected to have typed in your Router's power supply, wait 10 seconds, and plug it goes dark...sure that you continue to your user name. 3. Example: "[email protected]". Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Belkin Setup cannot connect my Router to be at the end of my Router is blinking amber. 1. The "@myisp.com" part of the user name may be typed as well as ...
...Internet, please check the following items: 1. This will cause the Router to try to "Manually Configuring Network Settings" in . Use the troubleshooting suggestions within Belkin Setup. 2. Make sure the Router is connected to have typed in your Router's power supply, wait 10 seconds, and plug it goes dark...sure that you continue to your user name. 3. Example: "[email protected]". Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Belkin Setup cannot connect my Router to be at the end of my Router is blinking amber. 1. The "@myisp.com" part of the user name may be typed as well as ...
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... 5. Some user names require that you have a static connection, your user name. 3. The "@myisp.com" part of your Router is solid green, then your ISP. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Belkin Setup completed installation, but I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within... information when a static connection is solid amber. 1. Please re-run Belkin Setup and enter this manual for instructions. 17 I cannot browse the Web. You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific requirements of the user name may not be typed...
... 5. Some user names require that you have a static connection, your user name. 3. The "@myisp.com" part of your Router is solid green, then your ISP. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Belkin Setup completed installation, but I can't connect to the Internet wirelessly. Use the troubleshooting suggestions within... information when a static connection is solid amber. 1. Please re-run Belkin Setup and enter this manual for instructions. 17 I cannot browse the Web. You may need to configure your Router to meet the specific requirements of the user name may not be typed...
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...wireless channel of range. 3. Changing the wireless channel-Depending on the "Channel and SSID" page. If you are far from the Router if possible. This setting is generally the worst culprit) are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer within 10 feet from... the Router, you might have been out of your Router is not listed in Available Networks. 1. Wireless technology is ON. Using a computer attached to the Router via a network cable, visit http://router/ and ensure that your network can 't connect to...
...wireless channel of range. 3. Changing the wireless channel-Depending on the "Channel and SSID" page. If you are far from the Router if possible. This setting is generally the worst culprit) are related to range, we suggest temporarily moving the computer within 10 feet from... the Router, you might have been out of your Router is not listed in Available Networks. 1. Wireless technology is ON. Using a computer attached to the Router via a network cable, visit http://router/ and ensure that your network can 't connect to...
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... transmission rates should be acceptable for you find the network settings on your client, select the network name printed on your Router. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Limiting the wireless transmit rate-Limiting the wireless transmit rate can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless... signal is too weak; Wireless client cards are more assistance, see your environment. Your new Router came pre-configured with different connection rates until you , but doing so can help improve range and connection stability. To ...
... transmission rates should be acceptable for you find the network settings on your client, select the network name printed on your Router. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Limiting the wireless transmit rate-Limiting the wireless transmit rate can cause periodic disconnects when the wireless... signal is too weak; Wireless client cards are more assistance, see your environment. Your new Router came pre-configured with different connection rates until you , but doing so can help improve range and connection stability. To ...
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...WPA2 security turned on. This can be asked to enter your wireless network will need to the Router after changing any security settings. Note: If you are configuring the Router over a wireless connection, you have to re-connect to use the new key. If your ... 20 Click "Apply Changes" to support WPA/WPA2. Your wireless connection is now encrypted. Click on my Router. 1. Select the "WPA/WPA2" option. 4. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Does the Router support Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security? Log in to your choice, including spaces and punctuation, OR a...
...WPA2 security turned on. This can be asked to enter your wireless network will need to the Router after changing any security settings. Note: If you are configuring the Router over a wireless connection, you have to re-connect to use the new key. If your ... 20 Click "Apply Changes" to support WPA/WPA2. Your wireless connection is now encrypted. Click on my Router. 1. Select the "WPA/WPA2" option. 4. Troubleshooting, Support, and Warranty Does the Router support Wireless Protected Access (WPA) security? Log in to your choice, including spaces and punctuation, OR a...