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NETGEAR WGR826V User Manual

Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter WGR826V
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
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© 2005 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. March 2005. Trademarks
NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Wi ndow s NT are registered trademar ks of Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
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. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
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 reasonable 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 instruct ions, may cause harmf ul 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 or more 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. EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that the WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router wi th Phone Adapter is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter gemäß der im
BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/199 1 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. Testsender) 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.
Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter 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 regulations.
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Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) S tatement 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.
Customer Support Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless R outer with Phone Adapter.
World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL)
http://www.netgear.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number: WGR826V Publication Date: March 2005 Product Family: router Product Name: WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter Home or Business Product: Home Language: English Publication Part Number: 202-10051-01
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Contents
Chapter 1 About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats ................................................................1-1
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................1-2
How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................1-3
Chapter 2 Getting to Know Your NETGEAR Wireless Router
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-1
The Front Panel .......................................................................................................2-2
The Rear Panel ........................................................................................................2-4
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
Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity .....................................................3-10
Troubleshooting Tips ....................................................................................................3-10
Chapter 4 Content Filtering
Content Filtering Overview .............................................................................................4-1
Firewall Rules .................................................................................................................4-1
Outbound Services ................................. ... ... ... ... .... ... ... .......................................... ..4-4
Inbound Services .....................................................................................................4-6
Blocking Access to Internet Sites ...................................................................................4-8
Blocking Access to Internet Services .............................................................................4-9
Configuring a User Defined Service ... .... ... ... .......................................... ... ... .... ... ...4-10
Configuring Services Blocking by IP Address Range ............................................4-10
Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced ...............................................................4-11
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access .............................................4-12
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications ........................................4-14
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Chapter 5 Optimizing Wireless Connectivity and Security
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines .......................... .................. 5-1
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ......................................................................5-2
Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................5-3
Default Factory Settings ...........................................................................................5-5
Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings .............................5-6
Chapter 6 Doing Basic Router Housekeeping
Changing the Administrator Password ...........................................................................6-1
Reviewing the Router Status ..........................................................................................6-2
Reviewing the Attached Devices ....................................................................................6-4
Backing up Your Settings ................................................................................................6-5
Using Diagnostics ...........................................................................................................6-7
Reviewing the VoIP and QoS Settings ...........................................................................6-8
Chapter 7 Setting Up Advanced Router Configurations
Using the LAN IP Setup Options ....................................................................................7-1
Configuring LAN TCP/IP Setup Parameters ............................................................7-2
Using the Router as a DHCP server ........................................................................7-3
Using Address Reservation ......................................................................................7-4
Configuring Static Routes ...............................................................................................7-4
Configuring WAN Setup Options ....................................................................................7-6
Setting Up a Default DMZ Server .............................. ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ...............7-7
Setting the MTU Size ......................... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... .....................................7-8
Port Triggering ............................. .... ... ... ... .... .......................................... ........................7-8
Access Control List .......................................................................................................7-10
UPnP Setting ................................................................................................................7-12
Firmware Upgrade, Provisioning, VoIP and QoS Advanced Settings ..........................7-12
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting Common Problems
Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................8-1
Power Light Not On ..................................................................................................8-1
Lights Never Turn Off ...............................................................................................8-2
LAN or Internet (WAN) Port Lights Not On ...............................................................8-2
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ..........................................................8-2
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Troubleshooting the ISP Connection ..............................................................................8-3
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility .................................................8-5
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .......................................................................8-5
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .....................................8-6
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ............... .........................................8-7
Appendix A Technical Specifications
Appendix B Network, Routing, and Firewall Basics
Related Publications ...................................................................................................... B-1
Basic Router Concepts .................................................................................................. B-1
What is a Router? ................................................................................................... B-1
Routing Information Protocol ................................................................................... B-2
IP Addresses and the Internet .. ... .... ... ... ... .... ................................................................. B-2
Netmask .................................... ................................................................ ..............B-4
Subnet Addressing .................................................................................................. B-5
Private IP Addresses ................................. ... ... ... .......................................... ........... B-7
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT ....................................................................... B-8
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol ................................................. B-9
Related Documents ................................................................................................. B-9
Domain Name Server .............................................................................................. B-9
IP Configuration by DHCP ............................... .......................................... ... ... ... .... ..... B-10
Internet Security and Firewalls .................................................................................... B-10
What is a Firewall? .................................................................................................B-11
Stateful Packet Inspection ............................... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ................................B-11
Denial of Service Attack .........................................................................................B-11
Ethernet Cabling ................................. ... ... .... .......................................... ... ... ... .............B-11
Category 5 Cable Quality ...................................................................................... B-12
Inside Twisted Pair Cables .................................................................................... B-13
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching ............................ B-14
Appendix C Preparing Your Network
What You Need To Use a Router with a Broadband Modem ......................................... C-1
Cabling and Computer Hardware ............................................................................C-1
Computer Network Configuration Requirements ............................. ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . C-1
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Internet Configuration Requirements ...................................................................... C-2
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters? ........................................ C-2
Record Your Internet Connection Information ......................................................... C-3
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking ............................................ .... ... ... . C-3
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking ....................................... C-4
Install or V erify Windows Networking Components ................................................. C-4
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings in Windows 95B, 98, and Me
C-6
Selecting Windows’ Internet Access Method .......................................................... C-8
Verifying TCP/IP Properties .................................................................................... C-8
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking ............................................C-9
Install or V erify Windows Networking Components ................................................. C-9
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4 .................... .... ... .. C-10
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP ................................................... C-10
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000 ................................................ C-12
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4 .................................................. C-15
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4 ......................... ... .. C-17
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking ...................................................... C-18
MacOS 8.6 or 9.x ...................... ... ... ... .... .......................................... .....................C-18
MacOS X ...... ... .......................................... .......................................... ..................C-18
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... .....C-19
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account ....................................................... C-20
Are Login Protocols Used? ................................................................................... C-20
What Is Your Configuration Information? ..............................................................C-20
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers .......................C-21
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers .....................C-22
Restarting the Network ................................................................................................ C-23
Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
Wireless Networking Overview .............................. ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... ....D-1
Infrastructure Mode .................................................................................................D-1
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) ................................................................ D-2
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID) ................................D-2
Authentication and WEP Data Encryption .............................................. ... ... ... ... .... ... ... . D-2
802.11 Authentication ..............................................................................................D-3
Open System Authentication .............................. .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ....................... D-3
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Shared Key Authentication ......................................................................................D-4
Overview of WEP Parameters ................................................................................ D-5
Key Size .................................................................................................................. D-6
WEP Configuration Options ...................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... .............................. D-7
Wireless Channels ....................... .... ... ... ... ..................................................................... D-7
WPA and WPA2 Wireless Security ................................................................................D-8
How Does WPA Compare to WEP? ........................................................................ D-9
How Does WPA Compare to WPA2 (IEEE 802.11i)? ............................................D-10
What are the Key Features of WPA and WPA2 Security? ........... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... .. D-10
WPA/WP A2 Authentication: Enterprise-level User
Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS ..................................................D-12
WPA/WPA2 Data Encryption Key Management ............................................. D-14
Is WPA/WPA2 Perfect? .......................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ...................................... D-16
Product Support for WPA/WPA2 ...........................................................................D-16
Supporting a Mixture of WPA, WPA2, and WEP
Wireless Clients is Discouraged ............................... .... ... ... ... .... ... ... ... ... .... ... .. D-16
Changes to Wireless Access Points ............................................................... D-17
Changes to Wireless Network Adapters .........................................................D-17
Changes to Wireless Client Programs .......................... ......................... ......... D-18
Glossary
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Chapter 1
About This Manual
This chapter describes the intended audience, scope, conventions, and formats of this manual.

Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats

This reference manual assumes that the reader has basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is provided in the Appendices and on the Netgear website.
This guide uses the following typographical conventions:
Table 1-1. Typographical Conventions
italics Emphasis, books, CDs, URL names
bold User input
fixed Screen text, file and server names, extensions, commands, IP addresses
This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
This manual is written for the WGR826V Wireless Router according to these specifications:
Table 1-2. Manual Scope
Product Version WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter Manual Publication Date March 2005
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WGR826V.asp.
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How to Use This Manual

The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons, and , for browsing forwards or backwards through the manual one page at a time
• A button that displays the table of contents and an button. Double-click on 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.
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How to Print this Manual

To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs.
• Printing a Page in the HTML View.
Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to a major topic. Use the Print button on the browser toolbar to print the page contents.
• Printing a 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 right of any page in the chapter you want to
print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window. Note: Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view
and print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe Web site at
http://www.adobe.com.
– Click the print icon in the upper left of the 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.
• Printing the Full Manual.
Use the Complete PDF Manua l 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 the 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.
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Chapter 2
Getting to Know Your NETGEAR Wireless Router
NETGEAR WGR826V Wireless Routers provide connections for multiple computers to the Internet through an external broadband access device such as a cable modem or DSL modem that is normally intended for use by a single computer. This chapter introduces the NETGEAR WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter.

Package Contents

The product package should contain the following items:
• WGR826V 54 Mbps Wireless Router with Phone Adapter.
•AC power adapter.
• A Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable.
• The Setup CD, including: — This guide. — Application Notes and other helpful information.
• Support Registration card
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the router for repair.
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The Front Panel

The front of the WGR826V Wireless Router includes these status lights you can use to verify connections.
Power Internet Port Wireless LAN Port 3Call Agent Phone 1
Figure 2-1: WGR826V Front Panel
Viewed from left to right, the table below describes the lights on the front panel of the router.
Table 2-1. Status Light Descriptions
Label Activity Description
Power On Green Solid
Off
Call Agent On Green Solid
Blinking Off
Internet Port
Wireless On The 802.11g wireless interface is enabled. Internet
Port
On Blink
On Blink
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Power is supplied to the router. Power is not supplied to the router.
The router is registered with the call agent. The router is registering with the call agent. The router is not registered.
The Internet port has detected a link with an attached device. Data is being transmitted or received by the Internet port.
The Internet port has detected a link with an attached device. Data is being transmitted or received by the Internet port.
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Table 2-1. Status Light Descriptions (continued)
Label Activity Description
Phone
*
Port
Green Fast Blinking (60Hz)
Green Slow
Port is enabled and trying to register to the server (1) during boot time or (2) failed just previously and is attempting to re-register.
Port is ready to use and currently on hook (in talking state).
Blinking (30Hz) Repeat of "Green
Slow Blinking
Port is ready to use and currently on hook with Message Waiting. If the
phone goes off-hook, then it will be Green Slow Blinking (30Hz). (30Hz) Twice and then OFF for 5 seconds"
OFF Port account is disabled/inactive. Green ON Port is ready to use and currently on hook.
LAN Ports Green
Amber
*
An occasional quick flash of the phone LEDs is normal and indicates that the TA is communicating with the call agent.
The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device.
The LAN port has detected a 10 Mbps link with an attached device.
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The Rear Panel

The rear panel of the WGR826V router contains the items listed below.
Wireless Antenna
1
2
Power
Figure 1-2: WGR826V Rear Panel
2 Phone Ports
32
Reset Button
3 LAN Ports
1
Internet Port
Viewed from left to right, the rear panel contains the following features:
• Outlet for 12V DC @ 1.5A output AC power adapter
• Two phone ports
• Factory default reset push button
• Three LAN phone ports
• Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem
• Wireless antenna
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Chapter 3
Connecting the Router to the Internet
This chapter describes how to set up the router on your local area network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. You will find out how to configure your wireless router for Internet access.
Follow these instructions to set up your router.

Prepare to Install Your Wireless Router

• For Cable Modem Service: When you perform the wireless router setup steps be sure to use the computer you first registered with your cable ISP.
• For DSL Service: You may n eed information such as the DSL login name/e-mail address and password in order to complete the wireless router setup.
Before proceeding with the wireless router installation, familiarize yourself with the contents of the Setup CD, especially this manual and the tutorials for configuring computers for networking.

First, Connect the Wireless Router to Your Network

1. CONNECT THE WIRELESS RO UT ER, THE COMPUTER, AND THE MODEM
a. Turn off your computer.
b. Turn off the cable or DSL broadband modem.
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Locate the Ethernet cable (cable 1 in the diagram) that connects your PC to the modem.
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Disconnect the cable at the computer end only, point A in the diagram above.
e. Look at the label on the bottom of the wireless router. Locate the Internet port. Securely
insert the Ethernet cable from your modem (cable 1 in the diagram below) into the Internet port of the wireless router as shown in point B of the diagram below.
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Note: Place the WGR826V Wireless Router in a location which conforms to the “Observe
Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines” on page 5-1. The stand provided with the
wireless router provides a convenient, space-saving way of installing the wireless router. Avoid stacking it on other electronic equipment.
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Securely insert the cable that came with your wireless router (the NETGEAR cable in the
f.
diagram below) into a LAN port on the router such as LAN port 4 (point C in the diagram), and the other end into the Ethernet port of your computer (point D in the diagram).
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• If you have AT&T CallVantageSM Service or plan to order it, connect a telephone to Phone Port 1 on the Wireless Router using a standard phone cord (not included).
Your network cables are connected and you are ready to restart your network.
2. RESTART YOUR NETWORK IN THE CORRECT SEQUENCE
Warning: Failure to restart your network in the correct sequence could prevent you from connecting to the Internet.
a. First, plug in and turn on the broadband modem. Wait about 2 minutes. b. Now, plug in the power cord to your wireless router. Wait about 2 minutes. c. Last, turn on your computer.
Note: For DSL customers, if software logs you in to the Internet, do not run that software. Y ou may need to go to the Internet Explorer T ools menu, Internet Options, Connections tab page where you can select “Never dial a connection.”
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Power Internet Port Wireless LAN Port 3Call Agent Phone 1
Figure 3-4: Verify the connections according to the status lights on the wireless router
d.
Check the wireless router status lights to verify the following:
• Power: The power light should turn solid green. If it does not, see “Troubleshooting
Tips” on page 3-10.
• Call Agent: The LED will be blinking when the unit is registering with the call agent and will be solid if the unit is registered with the call agent. The LED will of off if the unit is not registered.
• Internet: The Internet port light should be lit. If not, make sure the Ethernet cable is securely attached to the wireless router Internet port and the modem, and the modem is powered on.
• Wireless: The wireless lights should be lit. If not, see “Troubleshooting T ips ” on page
3-10.
• Phone: The Phone light will not be lit until your phone service provider provisions the phone service. Check the user guide from your phone service provider for details on provisioning the phone service.
• LAN: A LAN light should be lit. Green indicates your computer is communicating at 100 Mbps; yellow indicates 10 Mbps. If a LAN light is not lit, check that the Ethernet cable from the computer to the router is securely attached at both ends, and that the computer is turned on.
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3. OPEN A BROWSER AND LOG IN TO THE ROUTER
For DSL customers, if your Internet service provider had you install software logs you in to the Internet, do not run that software. If such software automatically starts when you open a browser, you may need to go to the Internet Explorer Tools menu, Internet Options, Connections tab page where you can select “Never dial a connection.”
1. From the Ethernet connected computer you just set up, open a browser such as Internet
Explorer or Netscape® Navigator. Note: If your browser connects you to the Internet, you can skip this section and proceed to the
Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity section below.
2. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://192.168.15.1 in the address field of your
browser, then click Enter.
3. For security reasons, the router has its own user name and password. When prompted, enter
admin for the router user name and password for the router password, both in lower case
letters. Note: The router user name and password are not the same as any user name or password you
may use to log in to your Internet connection. A login window like the one shown below opens:
Figure 3-5: Login window
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Note: If you cannot connect to the wireless router, verify your cables are connected correctly, that the router is powered on, and that the networking setup of your computer is set to obtain its settings automatically via DHCP. It should be set to obtain both IP and DNS server addresses automatically, which is usually so. For help with this, please see the tutorials on the CD.
After logging in to the router, you will see the settings main page.
Figure 3-6: Settings main page
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4. CONFIGURE YOUR WIRELESS ROUTER TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
Configure the router using the Basic Settings menu shown here:
ISP Does Not Require Login
ISP Does Require Login
Figure 3-7: Browser-based configuration Basic Settings menus
1.
Connect to the wireless router by typing http://192.168.15.1 in the address field of your browser, then click Enter.
2. For security reasons, the wireless router has its own user name and password. When prompted,
admin for the router user name and password for the router password, both in lower
enter case letters.
3. Click Basic Settings on the Setup menu.
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If your Internet connection does not require a login, click No at the top of the Basic Settings
4.
menu and fill in the settings according to the instructions below. If your Internet connection does require a login, click Yes, and skip to step 5.
a. Enter your Account Name (may also be called Host Name) and Domain Name.
These parameters may be necessary to access your ISP’s services such as mail or news servers.
b. Internet IP Address:
If your ISP has assigned you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address for your computer, select “Use static IP address”. Enter the IP address that your ISP assigned. Also enter the netmask and the Gateway IP address. The Gateway is the ISP’s router to which your router will connect.
c. 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 an address here, restart the computers on your network so that these settings take effect.
d. Router’s MAC Address:
This section determines the Ethernet MAC address that will be used by the router on the Internet port. Some ISPs will register the Ethernet MAC address of the network interface card in your computer when your account is first opened. They will then only accept traffic from the MAC address of that computer. This feature allows your router to masquerade as that computer by “cloning” its MAC address.
To change the MAC address, select “Use this Computer’s 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. Or, select “Use this MAC address” and type it in here.
e. Click Apply to save your settings.
5. CONFIGURE THE WIRELESS SETTINGS
a. If you are not already logged in to the wireless router, type
192.168.15.1 in your Internet browser address bar and click Enter. When
http:// prompted, type admin for the router user name and password for the password. Click OK.
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Click Wireless Settings in the main configuration menu. Select a Region. Do not change
b.
the other settings. Click Apply.
Figure 3-8: Wireless Settings menu
c.
Configure your computer to use the Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR with WEP Security disabled.
Warning: The (SSID) is case sensitive. Entering nETgear will not work.
d. To verify wireless connectivity, connect to the Internet or log in to the WGR826V
Wireless Router from a computer with a wireless adapter.
You are now connected to the Internet and the wireless feature of the wireless router is enabled! Next, configure your wireless computers to connect to the NETGEAR Network Name (SSID).
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Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity

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Configure the wireless adapter to match your wireless router settings exactly. If you changed the default Network Name (SSID), be sure to use what you set in the wireless router.
WIRELESS FEATURE DEFAULT SETTING
802.11g Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR WEP or WPA Security Disabled
Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is case sensitive. Typing nETgear for the SSID will not work.
If you need to verify the wireless settings of your wireless router, go to a computer that is connected via an Ethernet cable to the wireless router and simply open a browser. Enter
http://192.168.15.1 in your browser. Then, when prompted, enter admin as the user name and password for the password both in lower case letters.
You are now wirelessly connected to the Internet with strong security!

Troubleshooting Tips

Here are some tips for correcting simple problems you may have.
Be sure to restart your network in this sequence:
1. Turn off and unplug the modem, turn off the wireless router, and turn off the computer
2. Turn on the modem. Wait about 2 minutes
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Turn on the wireless router. Wait about 2 minutes
3.
4. Turn on the computer.
Make sure the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in.
• The Internet status light on the wireless router will be lit if the Ethernet cable to the wireless router from the modem is plugged in securely and the modem and wireless router are turned on.
• For each powered on computer connected to the wireless router with a securely plugged in Ethernet cable, the corresponding wireless router LAN port status light will be lit. The label on the bottom of the wireless router identifies the number of each LAN port.
Make sure the wireless settings in the computer and router match exactly.
The Wireless Network Name (SSID) and security settings of the router and wireless computer must match exactly.
Make sure the network settings of the computer are correct.
• LAN and wirelessly connected computers must be configured to obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP. Please see Appendix C, “Preparing Your Network” or the animated tutorials on the CD for help with this.
• Some cable modem ISPs require you to use the MAC address of the computer registered on the account. If so, in the Router MAC Address section of the Basic Settings menu, select “Use this Computer’s 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 computer that is registered with the ISP. Click Apply to save your settings. Restart the network in the correct sequence.
Check the router status lights to verify correct router operation.
• If the Power light does not turn solid green within 2 minutes after turning the router on, reset the router according to the instructions in “Restoring the Default Configuration and Password”
on page 8-7.
• If the Wireless light does not come on, verify that the wireless feature is turned on according to the instructions in “Understanding Wireless Settings” on page 5-3.
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