NETGEAR WGR614 v8 User Manual
NETGEAR 54 Mbps
Wireless Router
WGR614v8 User Manual
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10226-02
May 2008
© 2008 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
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Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.
Wireless Communications
Maximum Wireless signal rate derived from IEEE S tandard 802 .1 1 specificatio ns. Actual throughput will vary. Network
conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and construction, and
network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea sonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired oper ation.
FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
The radio module has been evaluated under FCC Bulletin OET 65C (01-01) and found to be compliant to the
requirements as set forth in CFR 47 Sections, 2.1093, and 15.247 (b) (4) addressing RF Exposure from radio frequency
devices. This model meets the applicable government requirements for exposure to radio frequency waves.
Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity
Marking by the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Requirements of the R&TTE Directive of the
European Union (1999/5/EC). This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
EN300 328, EN301 489-17, EN60950-1
Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community
Èesky
[Czech]
Dansk
[Danish]
Deutsch
[German]
Eesti
[Estonian]
English Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential
Español
[Spanish]
Ελληνική
[Greek]
Français
[French]
Italiano
[Italian]
NETGEAR Inc. tímto prohlašuje, _e tento Radiolan je ve shodì se základními po_adavky
a dalšími pøíslušnými ustanoveními smìrnice 1999/5/ES.
Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder de
væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc., dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit den
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie
1999/5/EG befindet.
Käesolevaga kinnitab NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos
esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc. ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ
ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ
1999/5/ΕΚ.
Par la présente NETGEAR Inc. déclare que l'appareil Radiolan est conforme aux exigences
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.
Con la presente NETGEAR Inc. dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requ isiti essenziali ed
alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.
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Latviski
[Latvian]
Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarç, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktîvas 1999/5/EK bûtiskajâm prasîbâm un
citiem ar to saistîtajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuviø
[Lithuanian]
Nederlands
[Dutch]
Malti
[Maltese]
Magyar
[Hungarian]
Polski
[Polish]
Português
[Portuguese]
Slovensko
[Slovenian]
Slovensky
[Slovak]
Suomi
[Finnish]
Svenska
[Swedish]
Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 1999/5/
EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de essentiële
eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali u ma
provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. oœwiadcza, ¿e Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami
oraz pozosta³ymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e outras
disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ost alimi
relevantnimi doloèili direktive 1999/5/ES.
NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, _e Radiolan spåòa základné po_iadavky a všetky príslušné
ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten
vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämme lse med de väsentliga
egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.
Íslenska
[Icelandic]
Norsk
[Norwegian]
Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grun nkröfur og aðrar krö fur,
sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav og
øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8 gemäß der im BMP T-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und
Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. T e stsender)
kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen.
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Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8 has been suppressed in accordance with the
conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example,
test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please refer to the
notes in the operating instructions.
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulat ions.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas.
When used near a radio or TV receiver , it may become the cause of radio interference.
Read instructions for correct handling.
MIC Compliance, “Class B” Equipment (Household purpose info/telecommunications equipment)
As this equipment has undergone EMC registration for household purposes, this product can be used in any area
including residential areas.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WGR614v8
Publication Date: May 2008
Product Family: Wireless Router
Product Name: Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8
Home or Business Product: Home
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10226-02
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Contents
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................................................................................... xi
How to Use This Manual ..................................................................................................xii
How to Print This Manual .................................................................................................xii
Revision History ...............................................................................................................xiii
Chapter 1
Configuring Internet Connectivity
Using the Router Smart Wizard to Connect to the Internet ............................................1-1
Using the Setup Manual .................................................................................................1-2
Logging In to Your Wireless Router ................................................................................1-2
Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings ..................................................................1-5
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ................................................1-9
Chapter 2
Safeguarding Your Network
Choosing Appropriate Wireless Security ........................................................................2-1
Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information ...................................................2-5
Changing Wireless Security Settings .............................................................................2-6
Viewing Basic Wireless Settings ..............................................................................2-6
Configuring WEP Wireless Security .........................................................................2-7
Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security ......................................2-9
Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings ...........................................................................2-10
Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) .........................................................2-12
Push Button Configuration .....................................................................................2-13
Security PIN Entry ..................................................................................................2-14
Configuring the WPS Settings ................................................................................2-15
Connecting Additional Wireless Client Devices after WPS Setup ..........................2-16
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .............................................................2-17
Changing the Administrator Password .........................................................................2-20
Backing Up Your Configuration .....................................................................................2-21
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Understanding Your Firewall .........................................................................................2-21
Chapter 3
Restricting Access From Your Network
Content Filtering Overview .............................................................................................3-1
Blocking Access to Internet Sites ...................................................................................3-1
Blocking Access to Internet Services .............................................................................3-3
Configuring a User-Defined Service .........................................................................3-4
Blocking Services by IP Address Range ..................................................................3-5
Scheduling Blocking .......................................................................................................3-5
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access ...............................................3-6
Configuring E-mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications ..........................................3-7
Setting the Time ..............................................................................................................3-8
Chapter 4
Customizing Your Network Settings
Using the LAN IP Setup Options ....................................................................................4-1
Configuring a Device Name .....................................................................................4-2
Configuring LAN TCP/IP Setup Parameters ............................................................4-2
Using the Router as a DHCP Server ........................................................................4-2
Using Address Reservation ......................................................................................4-3
Using a Dynamic DNS Service .......................................................................................4-4
Configuring the WAN Setup Options ..............................................................................4-6
Disabling the SPI Firewall ........................................................................................4-6
Setting Up a Default DMZ Server .............................................................................4-6
Responding to a Ping on the Internet (WAN) Port ...................................................4-7
Setting the MTU Size ...............................................................................................4-7
Configuring NAT Filtering .........................................................................................4-8
Disabling SIP ALG ...................................................................................................4-8
Configuring Static Routes ...............................................................................................4-8
Wireless Repeating (Also Called WDS) .......................................................................4-10
Wireless Repeating Function ................................................................................. 4-11
Setting Up the Base Station ...................................................................................4-12
Setting Up a Repeater Unit ....................................................................................4-13
Chapter 5
Fine-Tuning Your Network
Allowing Inbound Connections to Your Network .............................................................5-1
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How Your Computer Accesses a Remote Computer through Your Router ..............5-2
How Port Triggering Changes the Communication Process ....................................5-3
How Port Forwarding Changes the Communication Process ..................................5-5
How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering ...................................................5-6
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers ................................................................5-6
Adding a Custom Service .........................................................................................5-7
Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry .............................................................5-8
Configuring Port Triggering .............................................................................................5-9
Using Universal Plug and Play .....................................................................................5-12
Optimizing Wireless Performance ................................................................................5-13
Configuring Quality of Service ......................................................................................5-14
Using WMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications .........................................5-15
Using the QoS Priority Rule List to Prioritize Internet Access ................................5-15
Changing the MTU Size ...............................................................................................5-20
Overview of Home and Small Office Networking Technologies ....................................5-22
Assessing Your Speed Requirements ....................................................................5-23
Chapter 6
Using Network Monitoring Tools
Viewing Wireless Router Status Information ...................................................................6-1
Viewing a List of Attached Devices .................................................................................6-5
Managing the Configuration File .....................................................................................6-6
Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration ...........................................................6-6
Erasing the Configuration .........................................................................................6-7
Upgrading the Router Software ......................................................................................6-7
Upgrading Automatically to New Router Software ...................................................6-9
Upgrading Manually to New Router Software ........................................................6-10
Enabling Remote Management Access ....................................................................... 6-11
Chapter 7
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Quick Tips ............................................................................................7-1
Troubleshooting Basic Functions ....................................................................................7-3
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ..........................................................7-4
Troubleshooting the Internet Connection ........................................................................7-5
Troubleshooting a Network Using the Ping Utility ...........................................................7-6
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .......................................................................7-7
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Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .....................................7-8
Problems with Date and Time .........................................................................................7-8
Solving Wireless Connection Problems ..........................................................................7-9
Using Your Wireless Card Setup Program ...............................................................7-9
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ..............................................7-10
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ......................................................7-13
Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Restoring the Default User Name and Password .......................................................... A-3
Appendix B
Related Documents
Index
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About This Manual
The user manual provides information for configuring the features of the NETGEAR® Wireless-G
Router Model WGR614v8 beyond initial configuration settings. Initial configuration instructions
can be found in the Setup Manual on the Resource CD. You should have basic to intermediate
computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
• Typographical conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
Italic Emphasis, books, CDs
Bold User input, GUI screen text
Fixed Command prompt, CLI text, code
Italic URL links
• Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note might result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment, a breach of security, or a loss of data.
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Danger: This is a safety warning. Failure to take heed of this notice might result in
personal injury or death.
• Scope. This manual is written for the Wireless-G Router according to these specifications:
Product Version Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8
Manual Publication Date May 2008
For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to
the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents.”
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://www.netgear.com/support.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forward or backward through the manual one page
at a time.
• A button that displays the table of contents and an button that displays an
index. Double-click a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the
topic is described in the manual.
• A button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
How to Print This Manual
To print this manual, you can choose one of the following options, according to your needs.
• Printing a page from HTML. Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to
a major topic. Select File > Print from the browser menu to print the page contents.
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• Printing from PDF. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed for
you to view and print PDF files. The Acrobat Reader is available on the Adobe website at
http://www.adobe.com.
– Printing a PDF chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page.
• Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page in the chapter you want
to print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser
window.
• Click the print icon in the upper left of your browser window.
– Printing a PDF version of the complete manual. Use the Complete PDF Manual link
at the top left of any page.
• Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of any page in the manual. The
PDF version of the complete manual opens in a browser window.
• Click the print icon in the upper left of your browser window.
Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of paper, you can
save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature.
Revision History
NETGEAR, Inc. is constantly searching for ways to improve its products and documentation. The
following table indicates any changes that might have been made since the Wireless-G Router was
introduced.
Table 2-1. Publication Revision History
Part Number
202-10226-02 v1.0 February 2008 First publication.
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Version
Number
v1.1 May 2008 New document organization, and updates to
Date Description
include WPS, WDS, QoS, and WMM topics.
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Chapter 1
Configuring Internet Connectivity
This chapter describes the settings for your Internet connection and your wireless local area
network (LAN) connection. When you perform the initial configuration of your wireless router
using the Resource CD as described in the Installation Assistant Smartwizard, these settings are
specified automatically for you. This chapter provides further details about these connectivity
settings, as well as instructions on how to log in to the router for further configuration.
Note: NETGEAR recommends using the Installation Assistant Smart Wizard™ on the
Resource CD for initial configuration, as described in the Setup Manual on the CD.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• “Using the Router Smart Wizard to Connect to the Internet” on page 1-1
• “Using the Setup Manual” on page 1-2”
• “Logging In to Your Wireless Router” on page 1-2
• “Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings” on page 1-5
Using the Router Smart Wizard to Connect to the Internet
You can manually configure your Internet connection using the Basic Settings screen, or you can
allow the Smart Setup Wizard to determine your Internet Service Provider (ISP) configuration.
The Smart Setup Wizard searches your Internet connection for servers and protocols to determine
your ISP configuration. This feature is not the same as the Smart Wizard configuration assistant
that appears only when the router is in its factory default state. To use the Smart Setup Wizard to
assist with configuration or to verify the Internet connection settings:
1. From the top of the main menu of the browser interface, click Setup Wizard.
2. Click Next to proceed. Enter your ISP settings, as needed.
3. At the end of the Setup Wizard, click Test to verify your Internet connection. If you have
trouble connecting to the Internet, see Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting.”
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Using the Setup Manual
For first-time installation of your wireless router, refer to the Setup Manual on the Resour ce CD. It
explains how to launch the NETGEAR Smart Wizard, which will step you through the procedure
to connect your router, modem, and computers. It will also assist you in configuring your wireless
settings and enabling wireless security for your network. After initial configuration using the Setup
Manual, you can use the information in this User Manual to configure additional features of your
wireless router.
For installation instructions in a language other than English, refer to the language options on the
Resource CD.
Logging In to Your Wireless Router
When the wireless router is connected to your network, you can access and configure the router
using your browser.
To access the Web Configuration Manager:
1. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net or the router’s LAN IP
address (the default is 192.168.1.1) in the address field of your browser, and then press Enter.
A login window opens:
Figure 1-1
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Tip: Yo u can connect to the wireless router by typing either of these URLs in the
address field of your browser, and then pressing Enter:
• http://www.routerlogin.net
• http://www.routerlogin.com
If these URLs do not work, you must type the IP address of the router, for
example, http://www.192.168.1.1.
2. Enter admin for the router user name and your password (or the default, password). For
information about how to change the password, see “Changing the Administrator Password”
on page 2-20.
Note: The router user name and password are not the same as any other user name or
password you might use to log in to your Internet connection.
The Checking for Firmware Updates screen appears unless you previously cleared the Check
for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in check box.
Figure 1-2
If the router discovers a newer version of software, you are asked if you want to upgrade to the
new software (see “Upgrading the Router Software” on page 6-7 for details). If no new
firmware is available, the no new firmware available message displays.
3. In the main menu on the left, select Basic Settings under Setup. The Basic Settings screen
displays showing the wireless router’s home page and suggested default settings.
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Figure 1-3
Note: If the Check for New Version Upon Log-in check box is selected, the home
page is the Router Upgrade screen. Otherwise, it is the Basic Settings screen.
If the wireless router is connected to the Internet, you can select Knowledge Base or
Documentation under Web Support in the main menu to view support information or the
documentation for the wireless router.
If you do not click Logout, the wireless router will wait for 5 minutes after no activity before
it automatically logs you out.
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ISP does not require login
Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings
Settings related to your Internet service are specified in the Basic Settings screen. To access the
Basic Settings screen, from the main menu of the router’s Web Configuration Interface, under
Setup, select Basic Settings. The content you see in the Basic Settings screen depends on whether
your ISP requires that you log in with a user name and password for Internet access.
Figure 1-4
• No login required by ISP. If no login is required by your ISP, the following settings appear in
the Basic Settings screen.
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– Account Name (might also be called Host Name). The account name is provided to the
ISP during a DHCP request from your router. In most cases, this setting is not required,
but some ISPs require it for access to ISP services such as mail or news servers.
– Domain Name. The domain name is provided by your router to computers on your LAN
when the computers request DHCP settings from your router. In most cases, this settings is
not required.
– Internet IP Address. Determines how your router obtains an IP address for Internet
access.
• If your ISP assigns an IP address dynamically (by DHCP), select Get Dynamically
From ISP.
• If your ISP has assigned you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address for your computer,
select Use Static IP Addr ess. Enter the IP address that your ISP assigned. Also, enter
the subnet mask and the gateway IP address. The gateway is the ISP’s router to which
your router will connect.
– Domain Name Server (DNS) Address. If you know that your ISP does not automatically
transmit DNS addresses to the router during login, select Use These DNS Servers, and
enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address
is available, enter it also.
Note: If you enter or change a DNS address, restart the computers on your
network so that these settings take effect.
– Router MAC Address. This section determines the Ethernet MAC address that the router
will use on the Internet port. Typically, you would leave Use Default Address selected.
However, some ISPs (especially cable modem providers) register the Ethernet MAC
address of the network interface card in your computer when your account is first opened.
They then accept only traffic from the MAC address of that computer. This feature allows
your router to masquerade as that computer by “cloning” or “spoofing” its MAC address.
To change the MAC address, select one of the following methods:
• Select Use Computer MAC Address. The router will then capture and use the MAC
address of the computer that you are now using. You must be using the one computer
that is allowed by the ISP.
• Select Use This MAC Address, and type it in here.
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ISP does require login
If a login is required by your ISP, the following settings appear in the Basic Settings screen:
Figure 1-5
• Does Your Internet Connection Require A Login? If you usually must use a login program
such as WinPOET to access the Internet, your Internet connection requires a login. After you
select Yes, the Basic Settings screen displays.
Note: After you finish setting up your router, you will no longer need to launch the
ISP’s login program on your computer to access the Internet. When you start
an Internet application, your router will automatically log you in.
– Internet Service Provider. This drop-down list contains a few ISPs that need special
protocols for connection. The list includes:
• PPTP (Point to Point Tunneling Protocol), used primarily in Austrian DSL services
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• Telstra Bigpond, an Australian residential cable modem service
Note: The Telstra Bigpond setting is only for older cable modem service
accounts still requiring a Bigpond login utility. Telstra has
discontinued this type of account. Those with Tels tra DSL accounts
and newer cable modem accounts should select No for Does Your
Internet Connection Require a Login.
• Other, which selects PPPoE (Point to Point Protocol over Ethern et), the protocol used
by most DSL services worldwide.
Figure 1-6
Note: Not all ISPs are listed here. The ones on this list have special
requirements.
– Login and Password. This is the user name and password provided by your ISP. This
name and password are used to log in to the ISP server.
– Service Name. If your connection is capable of connecting to multiple Internet services,
this setting specifies which service to use.
– Connection Mode. This drop-down list (shown in Figure 1-5 on page 1-7) selects when
the router will connect to and disconnect from the Internet. The list includes:
• Always On. The router logs in to the Internet immediately after booting and never
disconnects.
• Dial on Demand. The router logs in only when outgoing traffic is present and logs out
after the idle time-out.
• Manually Connect. The router logs in or logs out only when the user clicks Connect
or Disconnect in the Router Status screen.
– Idle Timeout. Your Internet connection is logged out if there is no data transfer during the
specified time interval.
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– Domain Name Server (DNS) Address. If you know that your ISP does not automatically
transmit DNS addresses to the router during login, select Use These DNS Servers, and
enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address
is available, enter it also.
Note: If you enter or change a DNS address, restart the computers on your
network so that these settings take effect.
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
Note: If you use a wireless computer to change wireless settings, you might be
disconnected when you click Apply. Reconfigure your wireless adapter to match
the new settings, or access the router from a wired computer to make any further
changes.
Follow these instructions to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have established
basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs.
1. Select Wireless Settings under Setup in the main menu of the WGR614v8 router.
Figure 1-7
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2. For the wireless network name (SSID), use the default name, or choose a suitable descriptive
name. In the Name (SSID) field, you can enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters.
The default SSID is NETGEAR.
Note: The SSID is case-sensitive; NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. Also, the
SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID you specify in the
Wireless-G Router. If they do not match, you will not get a wireless connection
to the Wireless-G Router.
3. Select the region in which the wireless interface will operate.
4. Set the channel. The default channel is Auto.
This field determines which operating frequency is used. It should not be necessary to change
the wireless channel unless you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless
router or access point. Select a channel that is not being used by any other wireless networks
within several hundred feet of your router. For more information about the wireless channel
frequencies, click the link to the online document “Wireless Networking Basics” in
Appendix B.
5. Set the mode to b and g.
6. For Security Options, select None.
7. Click Apply to save your changes.
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.
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8. Select Wireless Settings under Advanced in the main menu of the WGR614v8 router.
Figure 1-8
9. Make sure that the Enable Wireless Router Radio and Enable SSID Broadcast check boxes
are selected.
10. Click Setup Access List.
11. Make sure that the Turn Access Control On check box is not selected.
12. Configure and test your wireless computer for wireless connectivity.
Program the wireless adapter of your computer to have the same SSID and channel that you
specified in the router, and disable encryption. Check that your computer has a wireless link
and can obtain an IP address by DHCP from the router.
Once your computer has basic wireless connectivity to the router, you can configure the advanced
wireless security functions of the computer and router (for more information about security, see
Chapter 2, “Safeguarding Your Network”).
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Chapter 2
Safeguarding Your Network
The Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8 provides highly effective security features, which are
covered in detail in this chapter.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• “Choosing Appropriate Wireless Security” on page 2-1”
• “Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information ” on page 2-5
• “Changing Wireless Security Settings” on page 2-6
• “Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings” on page 2-10
• “Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address” on page 2-17
• “Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address” on page 2-17
• “Changing the Administrator Password” on page 2-20
• “Backing Up Your Configuration” on page 2-21
• “Understanding Your Firewall” on page 2-21
Choosing Appropriate Wireless Security
Unlike wired networks, wireless networks allow anyone with a compatible adapter to receive your
wireless data transmissions well beyond your walls. Operating an unsecured wireless network
creates an opportunity for outsiders to eavesdrop on your network traffic or to enter your network
to access your computers and files. Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g/n wireless
networks at ranges of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside your immediate
area to access your network. Use the security features of your wireless equipment that are
appropriate to your needs.
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security
settings and router placement.
Stronger security methods can entail a cost in terms of throughput, latency, battery consumption,
and equipment compatibility. In choosing an appropriate security level, you can also consider the
effort compared to the reward for a hacker to break into your network. As a minimum, however,
NETGEAR recommends using WEP with Shared Key authentication. Do not run an unsecured
wireless network unless it is your intention to provide free Internet access for the public.
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1) Open system: easy but no security
2) MAC access list: no data security
3) WEP: security but some performance
impact
4) WPA-PSK: strong security
5) WPA2-PSK: very strong security
Wireless data
security options
Range: up to 300 foot radius
Note: Use these with other features that enhance security (Table 2-2 on page 2-4).
WEP connections can take slightly longer to establish. Also, WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-PSK
encryption can consume more battery power on a notebook computer, an d can cause significan t
performance degradation with a slow computer.
Note: NETGEAR recommends that you change the administration password of your
router. Default passwords are well known, and an intruder can use your
administrator access to read or disable your security settings. For information
about how to change the administrator password, see “Changing the Administrator
Password” on page 2-20.
Figure 2-1
To configure the wireless network, you can:
• Manually specify your SSID and your wireless security settings. The Wireless-G Router
provides two screens for configuring the wireless settings: the basic Wireless Settings screen,
which you access under Setup in the main menu (see “Changing Wireless Security Settings”
on page 2-6), and the Advanced Wireless Settings screen.
• Use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to automatically set the SSID and implement WPA/
WPA2 security on both the router and the client device. If the clients in your network are
WPS capable, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to automatically set the SSID and
implement security on both the router and the client device (see “Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-
Fi Protected Setup)” on page 2-12).
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Basic security options are listed below in order of increasing effectiveness. Other features that
affect security are listed in the table that follows this one. For more details on wireless security
methods, see the online document “Wireless Networking Basics” in Appendix B.
Table 2-1. Wireless Security Optio n s
Security Type Description
None. No wireless security. Recommended only for
troubleshooting wireless connectivity. Do not run an
unsecured wireless network unless it is your
intention to provide free Internet access for the
public.
WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption
provides moderate data security. WEP Shared Key
authentication and WEP data encryption can be
defeated by a determined eavesdropper using
publicly available tools.
For more information, see “Configuring WEP
Wireless Security” on page 2-7.
WPA-PSK (TKIP). WPA-PSK standard encryption
with TKIP encryption type.
WPA2-PSK (AES). Wi-Fi Protected Access version 2
with Pre-Shared Key; WPA2-PSK standard
encryption with the AES encryption type.
WPA-PSK (TKIP) + WPA2-PSK (AES). Mixed mode.
Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key (WPAPSK and WPA2-PSK) data encryption provides
extremely strong data security, very effectively
blocking eavesdropping. Because WPA and WPA2
are relatively new standards, older wireless adapters
and devices might not support them.
For more information, see “Configuring WPA-PSK
and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security” on page 2-9.
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Table 2-2. Other Features That Enhance Security
Security Type Description
Disable the wireless router radio. If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless
devices cannot communicate with the router at all.
You might disable this when you are away or when
other users of your network all use wired
connections.
For more information, see “Viewing Advanced
Wireless Settings” on page 2-10.
T urn off the broadcast of the wireless network
name SSID.
Restrict access based on MAC address. You can restrict access to only trusted computers so
Modify your firewall’s rules. By default, the firewall allows any outbound traffic
Use the Push 'N' Connect feature (Wi-F i
Protected Setup).
If you disable the broadcast of the SSID, only
devices that know the correct SSID can connect.
This nullifies the wireless network discovery feature
of some products such as Windows XP, but your data
is still fully exposed to an intruder using available
wireless eavesdropping tools.
For more information, see “Viewing Advanced
Wireless Settings” on page 2-10.
that unknown computers cannot wirelessly connect
to the Wireless-G Router. MAC address filtering
adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your
network by the general public, but the data broadcast
over the wireless link is fully exposed. This data
includes your trusted MAC addresses, which can be
read and impersonated by a hacker.
For more information, see “Restricting Wireless
Access by MAC Address” on page 2-17.
and prohibits any inbound traffic except for
responses to your outbound traffic. However, you
can modify the firewall’s rules.
For more information, see “Understanding Your
Firewall” on page 2-21.
Wi-Fi Protected Setup provides easy setup by
means of a push button. Older wireless adapters and
devices might not support this. Check whether
devices are WPS enabled.
For more information, see “Using Push 'N' Connect
(Wi-Fi Protected Setup)” on page 2-12.
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