Belkin (F5D5231-4) Router - Page 3 - Answered Questions & Fixed issues

Installing routers depends on what use they are meant for and also the type of router which it happens to be. Basically if they are to be used for internet facilities they are best installed on the PC which supplies the internet connectivity and that usually serves as the main port which distributes the connectivity to the other systems. But if they are to be used for plain networking without internet it can be installed on any of the systems but usually it is advisable to install on the desktop as it is usually more stable than the laptop.
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Can you do a drawing of what you are doing?

What was your setup before this problem?

Are you installing the Belkin router to provide wireless access to other devices??

Can you be more specific of what you need?

Based on what you wrote..

You have an ethernet card on the desktop PC.

The router usually has 4 ports for connecting devices and one port for connecting the incoming internet connection.

You need to plug first the ISP cable to the Router on the port specially for it and the other 4 goes to any computer.

Check if the cables are OK by connecting them directly to the computer from the wall. If there is internet on both cables, then you need to work on the router.

Check the user manual to setup the router. There is usually a CD which will help you with this otherwise, you will use the manual IP method.

Hope it helps.

Hi

Connect Router - Computer (Wired) OPEN RSP by typing 192.168.2.1. In the address bar of internet explorer On the left side under wireless click security

You can view the string here If it is a bunch of dots (WPA) Uncheck Obscure PSKIf it is WEP The key that is selected is youk Security String

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There is a great article at Working with Windows Wireless Networks
If you need more help post back! Thumbs and testimonial are welcome! or There is a great article at General Router Setup.

There is a great article at Working with Windows Wireless Networks
If you need more help post back! Thumbs and testimonial are welcome!

Hi i would be glad to assist to jus folow the steps

Click the below links to go to download the firmware
http://www.belkin.com/support/article/?lid=en&pid=f5d5231-4&aid=5128&scid=220

once you download the firmware i have given you the instructions to update in your router

Upgrading the router's firmware

The following steps show you how to update your routers firmware using its web interface. You do not need to be connected to the Internet as this interface is built into the router itself.

Setup Steps

1. Download the firmware from the above link
   
2. Save the file to a location on your computer where you can get to it easily, such as your desktop.
3. Connect the computer to one of the four LAN ports on the router.
   
   
4. Open a web browser on the computer.
5. In the address bar of the web browser, type http://192.168.2.1 and press Enter on your keyboard.
6. Click Login in the upper right-hand corner of the page. The router does not ship with a password, so just click Submit.
   
   
7. Click on "Firmware Update" toward the bottom of the left-hand menu.
   
   
8. Click the Browse button toward the middle of the screen to search for the file you saved previously.
   Note: The firmware version in the images below is depicted as an example. Your file name will vary depending on your model and version.
   
   
9. Select the firmware file by left-clicking on it and then click the Open button in the lower right corner of the window. This will take you back into the router's interface.
   
   
10. Click the Update button.
    
    
11. A prompt asking, "Are you sure you want to continue with upgrading?" will appear. Click OK.
12. A second prompt will open telling you the router will not respond during the upgrade and warning you not to remove the power supply to the router. Click OK once more.
13. Congratulations. The firmware has been updated successfully.
    

14.once firmware updated on the left under Utilites ->Restore factory Defaults this would give you a Good Connection

Thank you

PS3 And XBOX :: BELKIN



Step 1:Connect Modem - Router - Computer (Wired)

Step 2:Open Router Setup by typing http://192.168.2.1 on the address bar of internet explorer

Step 3:On the Left click firewall

Step 4:Leave the Password blank and click submit

Step 5:Disable it and click apply changes

Step 6:Scan and connect in the Xbox/PS3/Wii

Step 7: Get the IP Address of the Xbox/PS3/Wii

Step 8:Open Router Setup in the Computer

Step 9:On the left under Firewall Click DMZ

Step 10:Enable the IP Address of the Xbox/PS3/Wii in it

Step 11:Click Apply Changes

Step 13:On the left Under Utilities click System settings

Step 14:Scroll down to the bottom

Step 15:Enable UPnP

Step 16:Click apply changes

Step 17:Test the connection ,Check the NAT

If working then let me know

======================================...
If it is still not working

Open Router setup

At the middle Under internet settings check the WAN IP

IF it starts with 192.168. or 172.16 Then you will have to contact your internet service and ask them to bridge the modem


Regards
TOM

Some router settings may have changed--double check all the settings by going into the routers setup utility Open INTERNET EXPLORER and. In the URL address field, enter the IP address for your wireless router ( the DEFAULT GATEWAY. This information should be contained in your router's manual. If you cannot find it, enter "198.168.1.1" as the address. This is usually the default IP address for most routers.do not type "www" just the number
Enter the username and password for your router. This should also be supplied in the router's manual. If you don't have this information, go to routerpasswords.com and find the brand and model of your router. This site lists the default login information for most wireless routers you can try "ADMIN" for user name and "PASSWORD" for passsword.
You should now be able to see your wireless router settings. You can configure your network ports, as well as SSID (wireless network name) and passwords.

Or you can always reset your router to the "Out-Of-The-Box" setings by pressing the tiny button on the back with a paperclip

Output from the modem .. CAT5 from WAN port into

WAN port on back of Router
CAT5 from ethernet port ( netport card) on back of PC into any open port on back of router. Power up router and allow to finish booting
Power up PC

You will need to do a factory reset. Luckily, it is really easy. Here is what you need to do:

1. Locate the reset hole on the router. The button will be on the back or side of the router.
   

1. Leave the router powered on.
2. Use a paperclip to press and hold in the reset button for 10 seconds
3. Wait approximately one minute for the router to restart. everything is now back to default

Uninstall the belkin router monitor from the control panel ...
it will not happen again

And by uninstalling this ... nothing wrong will happen to the router or the computer

You may have to program your router and/or your computer to see the router. You would be good to reread the manual/cd that comes with your router and run any set up program that comes with it as far as setting IP addresses etc. It isn't hard but will take 10-20 minutes

There is not way to retrieve a lost password on a router, you will need to reset the router and set it up again. If you need help doing that, you will need to supply me with the make/model of the router.

BELKIN ::::

Make sure the Wireless Switch on your laptop is ON

If it is ON then


Step 1 : Connect Router - Computer ( Wired)

Step 2 : Open Router Setup by typing http://192.168.2.1 on the address bar of internet explorer

Step 3 : On the left under wireless click wi - fi protected setup

Step 4 : Leave the password blank and click on submit

Step 5 : Disable it and Click on apply changes

Step 6 : On the left under wireless click Security

Step 7 : Enable 64 Bit WEP

Step 8 : Type a 10 digit number on the key 1 ( 2 in each box )

Step 9 : Click apply changes

Step 10 : on the left under wireless click channel and SSID

Step 11 :Change the Wireless channel to 6

Step 12 : Change the SSID to a different name ( no Spaces )

Step 13 : Click apply changes

Step 14 : Now Scan and connect to this network ( Wireless )

Let me know if it works


Regards
TOM

WIRELESS SECURITY ISSUES

Step 1 : Connect Router - Computer ( Wired)

Step 2 : Open Router Setup by typing http://192.168.2.1 on the address bar of internet explorer

Step 3 : On the left under wireless click wi - fi protected setup

Step 4 : Leave the password blank and click on submit

Step 5 : Disable it and Click on apply changes

Step 6 : On the left under wireless click Security

Step 7 : Enable 64 Bit WEP

Step 8 : Type a 10 digit number on the key 1 ( 2 in each box )

Step 9 : Click apply changes

Step 10 : on the left under wireless click channel and SSID

Step 11 :Change the Wireless channel to 6

Step 12 : Change the SSID to a different name ( no Spaces )

Step 13 : Click apply changes

Step 14 : Now Scan and connect to this network ( Wireless )

Let me know if it works


Regards
TOM

If it is the login password that you set, you need to reset the router:

Step 1 Locate the reset pinhole on the back of the unit.

Step 2 With the unit powered on, press and hold the Reset button.

Step 3 Hold the Reset button for about 10 seconds.

Step 4 Release the Reset button.

Step 5 The unit will reboot. Allow 20-30 seconds before reconnecting.

Step 6 The device is now at factory defaults.

If it is the Wireless security key/password:

you will need to login to the User Interface (192.168.2.1) via your Internet Browser. Once you have successfully logged into your device you should locate the Menu Heading 'Wireless'and select from its sub-menu the option for 'Encryption'or 'Security'. There you will see you encryption key. The default password is usually blank.

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Thanks, Joe I’m happy to assist further over the phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/joe_8b8c2cd6ce148309

Check your internet connection settings. If you are using a connection that requires a username and password to connect to the Internet (such as phone-line based DSL or Dialup), It will need to be set up again. If you forgot this account information, or don't have it handy- you will need to contact your ISP for further assistance.

WIRELESS SECURITY ISSUES

Step 1 : Connect Router - Computer ( Wired)

Step 2 : Open Router Setup by typing http://192.168.2.1 on the address bar of internet explorer

Step 3 : On the Left under wireless Click Security

Step 4 : If it asking for a password leave that blank and click submit

Step 5 : On this Page you can find the WPA Key ( If it is a bunch of dots then Uncheck "OBSCURE PSK ")

Step 6 : IF the security mode is WEP then the key 1 will be your password


Regards
TOM

Step 1:Connect Modem - Router - Computer (Wired)

Step 2:Open Router Setup by typing http://192.168.2.1 on the address bar of internet explorer

Step 3:On the Left click firewall

Step 4:Leave the Password blank and click submit

Step 5:Disable it and click apply changes

Step 6:Scan and connect in the Xbox/PS3/Wii

Step 7: Get the IP Address of the Xbox/PS3/Wii

Step 8:Open Router Setup in the Computer

Step 9:On the left under Firewall Click DMZ

Step 10:Enable the IP Address of the Xbox/PS3/Wii in it

Step 11:Click Apply Changes

Step 13:On the left Under Utilities click System settings

Step 14:Scroll down to the bottom

Step 15:Enable UPnP

Step 16:Click apply changes

Step 17:Test the connection ,Check the NAT

If working then let me know

======================================...
If it is still not working

Open Router setup

At the middle Under internet settings check the WAN IP

IF it starts with 192.168. or 172.16 Then you will have to contact your internet service and ask them to bridge the modem


Regards
TOM

When you installed the router, you provided a password/passphrase for connecting to your wireless network.
Apparently you didn't write this down or someone else set up the router.
If you don't have access to the admin console on the router either, you'll have to do a factory reset of the router to allow you to set it all up all over again.
This time, make a note of your passwords.