Setup process for Belkin N300 router

A Belkin N300 setup helps in sharing the same high-speed internet connection among all the devices. An n300 wireless router has an easy setup process. It securely connects multiple computers present anywhere in your home. The standard transmission rate 300mbps is good for surfing and performing other activities with the router. The wifi protected set-up button can connect the WPS supported client devices with the router. For more knowledge on the setup process, you can read the article given below and take notes.

Set up process using CD

By disconnecting the power supply, turn off the modem.
Using an ethernet cable, connect the router and modem (already attached).
Power on your modem now.
Now, power up your modem.
Using the setup CD, run the installer software
Search for the setup programme and open it now. It will start running automatically now.
Follow the given prompts.
The setup software will finally configure the internet connection and tell you when things are working.
If you possess the DSL, you may need a username and password from the internet service provider.
After the brief installation process, the setup software will ask for the network name and password from the network information card present at the foot of the n300 wireless router.

You will get the confirmation message for the secure internet connection via wireless internet. Once the setup with CD completes, you will get message for the successful installation. Make sure the connection between the devices is stable during the setup.

Setup without using the CD

Perform the following procedures before setting the Belkin Router without using the CD.

Double-Check the internet connection.

Now, Connect the devices together.

Access the router’s web management page.

Verify the internet connection

Assuming that you have a modem follow the given steps. If not, skip the first two steps and connect directly to the internet.

Connect the modem and the computer which is online using an ethernet cable without a router installed.
Contact the ISP if the internet is not accessible.
Before beginning the setup process, unplug the modem.

Connecting the devices

You can connect the router and modem now. Follow the given steps

Connect the modem with the router.
Plugin your modem and then the modem to your power source.
Connect the computer to the LAN or Ethernet ports of the router. You will need an ethernet cable if you are using a wireless computer.
Observe the lights now located on the upper panel. Wait until the light turns solid blue.
If it’s not turning blue or blinking amber, make sure that the router is connected properly with the modem.
Try power-cycling the modem.
Power cycle the router as well.

Accessing the router’s web-based setup page

This will help you to configure your router for wired and wireless connections. Follow the given steps below.

In the address bar of any web browser, enter the default IP address.
Tap on ‘Detect my connection’.
Once the password is established, you will be asked to modify the network name and password.
Follow the on-screen prompts for any further changes.

Manual setup of Belkin N300 router

The Belkin router can also be installed without the CD. The use web-based setup page of the router helps in the manual setting of the Belkin router. Follow the given instructions below.

Power cycling the modem and router

Manual setting of the router

Connect the computer with the ethernet ports of the router.
After opening any preferred web browser, input the router’s default IP address in the address bar
Hit the login option.
Leave the password field blank and just click on the submit option.
Click the ‘Connection type’ option under the internet WAN.
Select the connection type and then click on the next option.

In case you are not aware of your connection type, contact your internet service provider. Enter the details provided and click the ‘Apply changes’ button.

Further, if you want to set up a Belkin router with a cable connection, perform the following procedures.

Confirmation for the internet connection.
Connecting the devices together.
Accessing the web-based setup page.
Configuring the Belkin router for Cable internet connection.

Conclusion

You can perform the setup process for the Belkin N300 by different means. Once you have set up the wireless router, you can proceed with login and many other functions. But yes, You can always call our technicians for help or can visit the website if you are facing any issues with the setup process.