User Manual

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September 2004
Contents
Chapter 1
About This Guide
Audience, Conventions, and Formats ............................................................................1-1
Chapter 2
Getting to Know Your NETGEAR Wireless Router
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-1
The Front Panel .......................................................................................................2-2
The Rear Panel ........................................................................................................2-3
Chapter 3
Connecting the Router to the Internet
Prepare to Install Your Wireless Router ..........................................................................3-1
First, Connect the Wireless Router to Your Network ......................................................3-1
Use the Smart Wizard to Configure Your Wireless Router .............................................3-6
Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity .......................................................3-7
Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................3-7
How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection ....................................................3-9
Chapter 4
Optimizing Wireless Connectivity and Security
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines ............................................4-1
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ......................................................................4-2
Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................4-3
Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings .............................4-5
Default Factory Settings ...........................................................................................4-6
Chapter 5
Doing Basic Router Housekeeping
Changing the Administrator Password ...........................................................................5-1
Upgrading the Wireless Router Software .......................................................................5-2
Chapter 6
Troubleshooting Common Problems
Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................6-1
Power Light Not On ..................................................................................................6-1
Lights Never Turn Off ...............................................................................................6-2
LAN or Internet (WAN) Port Lights Not On ...............................................................6-2