Linksys Instant Wireless Router BEFW11S4 User Manual

1. הקדמה

This manual provides instructions for the installation, configuration, and operation of your Linksys Instant Wireless Router, model BEFW11S4. This device combines a 4-port 10/100Base-T Ethernet switch, a DHCP server, and an 802.11b wireless access point, allowing multiple users to share a single Internet connection wirelessly or via wired connections.

The BEFW11S4 operates on the 2.4GHz frequency band and supports the 802.11b wireless standard, providing wireless connectivity for compatible devices.

בילד 1.1: פראָנט view of the Linksys BEFW11S4 Instant Wireless Router, showing its compact design and status indicators.

2. פּעקל אינהאַלט

באַשטעטיקן אַז דיין פּעקל כּולל די פאלגענדע זאכן:

• Linksys Instant Wireless Router (Model: BEFW11S4)
• מאַכט אַדאַפּטער (באַמערקונג: The product description indicates "No power Supply" for some listings. Ensure you have a compatible 5V DC, 2.5A power adapter.)
• Ethernet Cable (Typically included for initial setup.)
• באַניצער מאַנואַל (דעם דאָקומענט)
• Resource CD (May include drivers and utility software.)

3. סעטאַפּ

3.1. פיזישע פֿאַרבינדונג

1. פּאָזיציאָנירן דעם ראַוטער: Place the router in a central location to maximize wireless coverage. Avoid placing it near large metal objects, concrete walls, or other electronic devices that may cause interference.
2. פאַרבינדן צו די אינטערנעט:
   • Ensure your cable or DSL modem is powered off.
   • פאַרבינדן איין סוף פון אַ עטהערנעט קאַבלע צו די וואַן port (often labeled "Internet") on the back of the BEFW11S4 router.
   • Connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to your cable or DSL modem's Ethernet port.
3. Connect to a Computer (Optional for initial setup):
   • Connect one end of another Ethernet cable to one of the לאַן ports (numbered 1-4) on the back of the BEFW11S4 router.
   • Connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on your computer.
4. מאַכט אויף:
   • Connect the power adapter to the router's power input.
   • צאַפּן די מאַכט אַדאַפּטער אין אַן עלעקטריקאַל ווענטיל.
   • Power on your cable or DSL modem, then wait for it to fully initialize (usually indicated by stable status lights).
   • Power on the Linksys BEFW11S4 router. Wait for the indicator lights to stabilize.

3.2. ערשט קאָנפיגוראַטיאָן

To configure the router, you will typically use a web בלעטערער.

1. Access the Router:
   • עפענען א web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Firefox) on a computer connected to the router (either wired or wirelessly).
   • In the address bar, type the router's default IP address, which is commonly 192.168.1.1, און דריקן אַרייַן.
2. לאָגין:
   • When prompted, enter the default username and password. For Linksys routers, these are often:
     • באנוצער נאמען: admin
     • שפּריכוואָרט: admin (or leave blank)
   • Refer to the router's label or included documentation for exact default credentials if these do not work.
3. לויפן סעטאַפּ וויזאַרד:
   • Many routers include a setup wizard that guides you through basic configuration. Follow the on-screen instructions.
   • טוישן דיפאָלט פּאַראָל: For security, immediately change the router's default administrator password.
   • Configure Internet Connection: Select your Internet connection type (e.g., DHCP/Automatic IP, Static IP, PPPoE) and enter any required details provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
   • קאָנפיגורירן דראָטלאָז סעטטינגס:
     • ווירעלעסס נעץ נאָמען (SSID): Change the default SSID to a unique name.
     • זיכערהייט מאָדע: Select a strong security protocol like WPA or WEP (WPA is preferred if supported, but BEFW11S4 is an older 802.11b device, so WEP might be the primary option).
     • Wireless Password (Passphrase/Key): Create a strong, unique password for your wireless network.
4. Save Settings and Reboot: After making changes, save your settings and reboot the router if prompted.

4. אַפּערייטינג די ראַוטער

4.1. Connecting Wireless Devices

To connect a wireless device (e.g., laptop, smartphone) to your BEFW11S4 router:

1. געבן Wi-Fi אויף דיין מיטל.
2. סקען פֿאַר פֿאַראַן וויירלעס נעטוואָרקס.
3. Select the SSID (wireless network name) you configured for your BEFW11S4 router.
4. אַרייַן די וויירלעס פּאַראָל (זיכערהייט שליסל) ווען געבעטן.
5. אייער דעווייס זאָל איצט זיך פֿאַרבינדן צום וויירלעסן נעץ.

4.2. Basic Network Management

איר קענט צוטריט צו די ראַוטער web-based interface (as described in Section 3.2) to manage various settings:

• פּאָרט פאָרווערדינג: Configure port forwarding for specific applications or devices that require direct access from the internet (e.g., gaming consoles, security cameras).
• MAC אַדרעס פֿילטרירונג: Restrict network access to only approved devices based on their MAC addresses.
• פיירוואַל סעטטינגס: Adjust the built-in firewall to enhance network security.
• DHCP סערווירער: View connected devices and their assigned IP addresses.

5. וישאַלט

5.1. פירמוואַרע דערהייַנטיקונגען

Periodically check the Linksys support website for firmware updates for your BEFW11S4 router. Firmware updates can improve performance, add new features, and address security vulnerabilities. Follow the instructions provided by Linksys carefully when performing a firmware update to avoid damaging the device.

5.2. איבערשטעלן דעם ראוטער

If you forget your administrator password or encounter persistent issues, you may need to reset the router to its factory default settings. This will erase all custom configurations.

• מיטן ראַוטער אנגעצונדן, זוכט אויס דעם באַשטעטיק button (often a small, recessed button) on the back or bottom of the device.
• Use a paperclip or a similar pointed object to press and hold the Reset button for approximately 10-15 seconds.
• Release the button. The router will reboot with factory default settings. You will then need to reconfigure it as described in Section 3.2.

6. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Linksys BEFW11S4 router.

• קיין אינטערנעט פֿאַרבינדונג:
  • קאָנטראָלירט אַלע קאַבלע פֿאַרבינדונגען (מאָדעם צום ראַוטער, ראַוטער צום קאָמפּיוטער).
  • Reboot your modem, then the router, then your computer in that order.
  • באַשטעטיקן אַז אייער אינטערנעט סערוויס פּראָוויידער פֿאַרבינדונג איז אַקטיוו.
  • Ensure the WAN/Internet light on the router is active.
• Cannot Access Router Setup Page:
  • Ensure your computer is set to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).
  • Confirm you are using the correct default IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.1).
  • פּרוּווט אַ אַנדערש web בלעטערער.
  • צייטווייליג אויסלעשן יעדע פיירוואַל אדער אנטי-ווירוס ווייכווארג אויף אייער קאמפיוטער.
• פראבלעמען מיט דראטלאזע קאנעקשאן:
  • Verify the wireless network name (SSID) and password are correct.
  • Ensure the wireless radio is enabled on the router (check settings in the web צובינד).
  • מאַך נעענטער צו די ראַוטער צו פֿאַרבעסערן סיגנאַל שטאַרקייט.
  • Check for interference from other 2.4GHz devices (cordless phones, microwaves).
• לאַנגזאַמע נעץ גיכקייט:
  • זיכער מאַכן אַז אייערע דעוויסעס זענען אין דער אָפּטימאַלער ראַוטער.
  • Check for other devices consuming bandwidth on your network.
  • Consider updating router firmware.

7. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז

8. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן

For specific warranty information, please refer to the warranty card included with your product or visit the official Linksys webזייטל. גאַראַנטיע טערמינען און באדינגונגען קענען זיין אַנדערש לויט געגנט און קויף דאַטע.

For technical support, product registration, and additional resources, please visit the official Linksys support website. You may find FAQs, driver downloads, and contact information for customer service there.

Linksys Official Webפּלאַץ: www.linksys.com