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3G Mobile Broadband Wireless Router MBR624GU
Start Here
Your wireless 3G USB modem (sold separately) must be activated before you install the
router. For a list of compatible wireless USB modems, see the NETGEAR website at
http://www.netgear.com/3G. To configure the router during installation, you need a
computer with an Ethernet port. Your computer must be configured with DHCP (most PCs
are).
Connecting the Wireless 3G USB Modem
1. At the location where you will install the router, connect your activated 3G USB
modem to your computer. Follow the instructions from your Internet Service Provider
(ISP) to connect to the Internet from your computer.
2. Verify that you can connect to the Internet. Then, close the software that you used to
connect to the Internet.
3. Place the router in its vertical stand,
and adjust the antenna.
For best performance, place the router
in a location where your 3G USB
modem Internet connection is strong,
such as on a desk near a window
instead of on the floor.
4. Connect your wireless 3G USB
modem with activated Internet
service to the USB port on the rear
panel of the router using a USB cable
or docking station.
5. If your wireless 3G USB modem has
a separate antenna, adjust it as
needed.
Connecting Your Router and Applying Power
1. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable that came with your router into a LAN port on
the router, and the other end into the Ethernet port of your computer.
2. Plug in the power adapter to your router, and push the Power button on the rear panel.
3. Verify that the following LEDs on the front of the router light up:
• Power. Power is supplied to the router.
• LAN. Your computer is securely connected to this LAN port on the router.
• USB. Your wireless USB modem is securely connected to the router.
• Wireless. There is a wireless signal from the router.
Configuring Your Router’s Internet Connection
1. From the Ethernet connected computer, open a Web browser.
2. Connect to the router by typing http://192.168.0.1 or www.routerlogin.com in the
address field of your browser.
The Setup Wizard Welcome screen displays.
Note: If you connect to the router after initial configuration, a log in prompt displays. See
“Logging in to Your Router after Initial Configuration” on the other side of this document.
3. Click Next, and the Setup Wizard configures your router’s Internet connection.
When the Internet connection is working, a Connection Success message displays.
4. To proceed, click Next. See“Configuring Your Wireless Network” on the other side of
this document.
Note: If your Internet connection is not working, see the “Troubleshooting” section on the
other side of this document.
• Internet. This LED is red because the router is not connected to the
Internet.
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Configuring Your Wireless Network
The Setup Wizard prompts you to change the router password and enter wireless settings.
1. Enter the settings:
• Password. The router has its own user name and password, which are admin and
password, both in lowercase letters. You can change the password.
•Region. Depending on your location, you might be prompted to select the region
where the router will operate.
• Wireless Network Name (SSID). The name that identifies your wireless
network. The default is NETGEAR. The SSID is case-sensitive. NETGEAR is
not the same as Netgear or netgear.
• Secure Your Wireless Network. For initial wireless setup, click No. After you
verify that your wireless connections are working, NETGEAR strongly
recommends that you implement wireless security (see the online User Manual
to understand your security options).
A summary of your settings is displayed. You should either click Print to print the
settings or write them down. Save this information in a secure location for future
reference.
2. Click Finish. Your browser automatically goes to the NETGEAR website to verify
that the Internet connection is working.
For each wireless computer or device that will connect wirelessly to the router, configure
its wireless network name (SSID) and security settings to match the router. Then, verify
that each wireless computer or device can connect to the Internet via the router.
Note: Push 'N' Connect is NETGEAR’s implementation of WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup).
You can use Push 'N' Connect to quickly and securely add additional devices to your
wireless network. Please see the User Manual for details on using Push 'N' Connect; to
view the User Manual, log in to the router and select Documentation from the menu.
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Logging in to Your Router after Initial Configuration
When you first connect to your router during installation, a Setup Wizard appears. After
the initial configuration, you can use your Web browser to log into the router.
1. Open a Web browser on your computer, and connect to the router by typing
http://192.168.0.1 or www.routerlogin.com in the address field of your browser.
2. When prompted, enter the router user name and password (admin and password,
both in lowercase letters). The Router Status screen displays.
3. Configure security for your wireless network. For help, scroll down and select
Documentation to view the online User Manual.
Troubleshooting
Situation Recommended Actions
No LEDs light up
when the power
adapter is plugged
into the router.
Cannot access the
Internet.
A wireless device
cannot connect
wirelessly to the
router.
Would like to
restore the factory
default settings.
• Press the Power button on the rear panel of the router.
• Check to make sure that the electrical outlet has power.
• Make sure that the power adapter is securely connected to the
router and the electrical outlet.
• Your wireless USB modem must be activated based on the
instructions you received when you purchased it.
• Your Internet Service Provider (ISP) must provide coverage in
your location. Check with your ISP if you are not sure.
• Before installing the router, test your Internet connection
directly from a computer, then close the software on your
computer that you use to access the Internet.
• If you are using a wireless computer to connect to the router,
check your wireless connection.
• Check the configuration for your wireless device. It must be
configured with exactly the same wireless network name
(SSID) and wireless security as the router.
• Consider the location of the router. Move it up to a higher
location. Move the wireless device closer to the router.
On the side panel of the router, press both the WPS button and
the Wireless On/Off button simultaneously. This resets the router
and returns it to the default factory settings.
Situation Recommended Actions
“3G USB modem
not supported”
message displays.
For more help with troubleshooting, log in to the router, scroll down, and click
Documentation to view the Troubleshooting section in the online User Manual
• Connect the 3G USB modem to your PC and verify that your
Internet connection is working.
• Check to make sure that your 3G USB modem is supported on
the NETGEAR website at
• If your 3G USB modem is supported, go to
http://www.netgear.com/3G.
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/MBR624GU.asp.
Click latest firmware and follow the steps to upgrade the router.
Technical Support
By registering your product at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register, we can provide you
with timely expert technical support. Please contact your Internet Service Provider for
technical support for your 3G wireless modem.
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