Quick Start Manual

Router Setup Manual

1-10 Connecting the Router to the Internet

v2.0, May 2007

5. Click Apply to save your changes.

6. Configure and test your computers for wireless connectivity.

Program the wireless adapter of your computers to have the same wireless network name

(SSID) as the router. Check that they have a wireless link and are able to obtain an IP address

by DHCP from the router.

Implement Appropriate Wireless Security

Unlike wired network data, your wireless data transmissions can extend beyond your walls and

can be received by anyone with a compatible adapter. For this reason, use the security features of

your wireless equipment. The router provides highly effective security features which are covered

in detail in full reference manual that is available from a link on the CD as well as a link in the

main menu of your router. Follow the instructions in the full manual and in the router help screens

to deploy the security features appropriate to your needs.

Product Registration, Support, and Documentation

can use our telephone support service. Product updates and Web support are always available by

going to: http://kbserver.netgear.com/.

Documentation is available on the CD, on the support Web site, and on the documentation Web

site. When the router is connected to the Internet, click the Knowledge Base or the Documentation

link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the router.

Note: If you are configuring the router from a wireless computer and you change the

router’s SSID, channel, or security settings, you will lose your wireless

connection when you click Apply. You must then change the wireless settings

of your computer to match the router’s new settings.

Warning: Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g wireless networks at a

maximum range of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside

of your immediate area to access your network.