help

[gilby]

i have got a belkin wireless router. i have managed to set it up ( only taken about 4 hours ha ha) and now I want to put some sort of protection on it to stop other people using my internet. How do i do this??

[Mattk]

i dont have wireless so dont quote me on this but dont you just have to choose a proper username and password rather than 'admin' & 'password' ?!

[Ethel]

Firstly you need to access the admin page, preferably while all the pcs are connected to it by ethernet.
Try typing the following in to the address bar:

http://192.168.1.1/


Then go through the points in this:

http://www.practicallynetworked.com/support/wi reless_secure.htm

The minimum is to change the admin page name and password, the SSID name and disable broadcast, and set WEP, but WPA is better.

If you do it without being connected by cable, you may block your own access!

Find the reset button on the router so if it goes pearshaped you can reset the default settings.

Make a note of all your passwords and settings.

When you are familiar with the admin page you can set your MAC filters.

[gilby]

i know i sound silly but what is wep. i have tried to set the wep but it is asking me to give a network key?? how do i find that

[Ethel]

In the passphrase box type in a password (make a written note of this)

Then click 'generate'

This will then give you the WEP key - usually a random selection of letters and numbers. WRITE THIS DOWN

Whenever you try to access your wireless connection and are asked for the network key - this is the code you must use.

[neuron]

Ethel, I think you'll find the URL you provided to access the router is incorrect. I've tried it on mine and it doesn't work.

My Belkin router can be accessed on:

http://192.168.2.1

[kwicky]

Before you even think about using a wireless setup connect an ethernet cable between your Belkin router and computer. Then go into setup on your router by doing what is said above 192.168.2.1. If you are setting up your wep code use ASCII, its easier.

[SuperSel]

I have a belkin router and like you, after I'd set it up I wanted to ensure it was secure. I too had some trouble so I got on the phone and used thier 24/7 helpline. (I would suggest calling them during silent hours to prevent waiting in a queue). That way they can talk you through the process page by page. It's only then you realise how easy it is. (knowledge is power eh!).