NETGEAR WPNT834 User Manual
Reference Manual for the
RangeMax 240 Wireless
Router WPNT834
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
202-10130-01
November 2005
© 2005 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. November 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.
Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications
Actual data 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.
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 RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 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 RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/
1991 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.
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Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 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.
Voluntary Contr ol 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.
Customer Support
Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834.
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: WPNT834
Publication Date: November 2005
Product Family: Wireless Router
Product Name: RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834
Home or Business Product: Home
Language: English
Publication Part Number: 202-10130-01
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Contents
Reference Manual for the RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834
Chapter 1
About This Manual
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats ................................................................1-1
How to Use This Manual ................................................................................................1-2
How to Print this Manual .................................................................................................1-2
Chapter 2
Introduction
Key Features ..................................................................................................................2-1
RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology ..............................................2-2
802.11g Wireless Networking ...................................................................................2-2
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering ......................................................2-3
Security ....................................................................................................................2-3
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink ...............................................2-4
Extensive Protocol Support ......................................................................................2-4
Easy Installation and Management ..........................................................................2-5
Maintenance and Support .................. .... ... ... ... .......................................... ... .... ... ... ..2-5
NETGEAR Related Products ..........................................................................................2-6
Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-6
The Router’s Front Panel .........................................................................................2-7
The Router’s Rear Panel .........................................................................................2-8
A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’ ..................................... ... ... ... ... .... ... ..... 2-9
Chapter 3
Connecting the Router to the Internet
Prepare to Install Your wireless router ............................................................................3-1
First, Use the Smart Wizard to Configure the wireless router ........................................3-2
Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity .......................................................3-3
Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................3-4
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Overview of How to Access the wireless router .............................................................3-5
How to Bypass the Configuration Assistant .............................................................3-8
How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection ........ .......................................... ..3-9
Using the Smart Setup Wizard .....................................................................................3-12
NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation ...................................3-13
Chapter 4
Wireless Configuration
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines .......................... .................. 4-1
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ......................................................................4-2
Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................4-3
Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings .............................4-6
Default Factory Settings ...........................................................................................4-8
How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity ..............................................4-8
How to Configure WEP ..........................................................................................4-10
How to Configure WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK Wireless Security ....................................4-12
How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address ...... ................................................ 4-13
Chapter 5
Content Filtering
Content Filtering Overview .............................................................................................5-1
Blocking Access to Internet Sites ...................................................................................5-2
Blocking Access to Internet Services .............................................................................5-3
Configuring a User Defined Service ... .... ... ... .......................................... ... ... .... ... ... ..5-4
Configuring Services Blocking by IP Address Range ..............................................5-5
Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced .................................................................5-5
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access ...............................................5-6
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications ..........................................5-7
Chapter 6
Maintenance
Viewing wireless router Status Information .....................................................................6-1
Viewing a List of Attached Devices .................................................................................6-5
Configuration File Management .....................................................................................6-5
Restoring and Backing Up the Configuration ...........................................................6-6
Erasing the Configuration .........................................................................................6-6
Upgrading the Router Software ......................................................................................6-7
Changing the Administrator Password ...........................................................................6-9
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Chapter 7
Troubleshooting
Basic Functioning ...........................................................................................................7-1
Power Light Not On ..................................................................................................7-1
Lights Never Turn Off ...............................................................................................7-2
LAN or WAN Port Lights Not On ..............................................................................7-2
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ..........................................................7-3
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection ..............................................................................7-4
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility .................................................7-5
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .......................................................................7-5
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .....................................7-6
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ............... .........................................7-7
Problems with Date and Time .........................................................................................7-8
Chapter 8
Advanced Configuration of the Router
Configuring Advanced Wireless Settings .......................................................................8-1
Wireless Card Access List .......................................................................................8-3
Wireless Card Access Setup ....................................................................................8-4
Configuring Port Triggering and Port Forwarding ...................... ... ... ... .... ... ... ..................8-5
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers .............. ... ... ... .... ... ... ...............................8-8
Adding a Custom Service ................................ ... .... ... ... ... .... ... ..................................8-9
Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry ........................ ...................................8-10
Local Web and FTP Server Example .....................................................................8-10
Multiple Computers for Age of Empire,or Quake III Example ................................8-10
Configuring the WAN Setup Options ............................................................................8-11
Connect Automatically, as Required ......................................................................8-11
Disabling the SPI Firewall ......................................................................................8-12
Setting Up a Default DMZ Server .............................. ... ... .... ... ... ... ..........................8-12
Responding to Ping on Internet WAN Port .............................................................8-12
Setting the MTU Size ...................... ... .... ... .............................................................8-13
Using the LAN IP Setup Options ..................................................................................8-13
Configuring LAN TCP/IP Setup Parameters ..........................................................8-14
Using the Router as a DHCP server ......................................................................8-15
Using Address Reservation ....................................................................................8-15
Using a Dynamic DNS Service .....................................................................................8-16
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Configuring Static Routes .............................................................................................8-18
Enabling Remote Management Access .......................................................................8-20
Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) ........................................................................8-22
Appendix A
Technical Specifications
Appendix B
Related Documents
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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. T ypographical 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.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Warning: Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the
equipment.
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This manual is written for the WPNT834 router according to these specifications:
Table 1-2. Manual Scope
Product Version RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834
Manual Publication Date November 2005
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. web site at
http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPNT834.asp
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 index 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.
How to Print this Manual
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• Printing a Page in the HTML View.
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Chapter 2
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR® RangeMax 240 W ireless Router WPNT834.
The WPNT834 router provides connection 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 describes the features of the NETGEAR
RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834.
Key Features
Note: This manual provides information on the complete features as of the date of
publication. Earlier versions of this product may not have all the features presented
in this manual. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPNT834.asp to find
product firmware updates for your WPNT834.
The RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 with 4-port switch connects your local area
network (LAN) to the Internet through an external access device such as a cable modem or DSL
modem.
The WPNT834 router provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus browsing
activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Parents and network administrators can establish
restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Web site addresses and address keywords, and
share high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 computers. In addition to the Network
Address Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in firewall protects you from hackers.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.
The WPNT834 router provides the following features:
• RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.1 1-turbo-g-only,
or 802.11b+g modes
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management
• Content Filtering and Site Blocking Security
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• Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch
• Ethernet connection to a wide area network (WAN) device, such as a cable modem or DSL
modem
• Extensive Protocol Support
• Login capability
• Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity
• Flash memory for firmware upgrades
RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology
NETGEAR’s RangeMax Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology provides ten times more
coverage than standard 802.11g alone by eliminating “dead spots” in your area of coverage. Your
whole house or office suite now becomes a “hot spot” without requiring any range extenders,
repeaters, or external antennas. RangeMax maintains your high speed throughout your home, not
just when you are close to your router.
RangeMax is an advanced Smart MIMO (Multi-In, Multi-Out) technology that uses three external
antennas. RangeMax constantly surveys your home environment for physical barriers and
interference and adjusts the wireless signal to compensate for these performance blockers.
For example, if you carry your laptop from the family room to the bedroom, RangeMax
automatically senses the change and selects from over 100 possible antenna configurations to
deliver you the fastest, clearest connection so that everyone can enjoy consistently high-speed
connections, everywhere in your house with no drop-outs and no dead spots.
RangeMax is also 100% compatible with your existing 802.11b/g products (i.e., 802.11b, 802.11 g,
Centrino, and SuperG™ wireless clients) and boosts their range and speed by up to 50%.
802.11g Wireless Networking
The WPNT834 router includes an 802.1 1g wireless access point, providi ng continuous, high-speed
240 Mbps access between your wireless and Ethernet devices. The access point provides:
• 802.11g wireless networking at up to 240 Mbps.
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.11b-only, or
802.11g and b modes, providing backwards compatibility with 802.11b devices or dedicating
the wireless network to the higher bandwidth 802.11g devices.
• 64-bit and 128-bit WEP encryption security.
• WEP keys can be generated manually or by passphrase.
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• WPA-PSK support. Support for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption which
provides strong data encryption and authentication based on a pre-shared key.
• Wireless access can be restricted by MAC address.
• Wireless network name broadcast can be turned off so that only devices that have the network
name (SSID) can connect.
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the WPNT834 is a true firewall, using stateful packet
inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include:
• Denial of Service (DoS) protection.
Automatically detects and thwarts DoS attacks such as Ping of Death, SYN Flood, LAND
Attack, and IP Spoofing.
• Blocks unwanted traffic from the Internet to your LAN.
• Blocks access from your LAN to Internet locations or services that you specify as off-limits.
• Logs security incidents.
The WPNT834 will log security events such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks,
and administrator logins. You can configure the router to E-mail the log to you at specified
intervals. You can also configure the router to send immediate alert messages to your E-mail
address or E-mail pager whenever a significant event occurs.
• Keyword screening.
The WPNT834 prevents objectionable content from reaching your computers. The router
allows you to control access to Internet content by screening for keywords within Web
addresses. You can configure the router to log and report attempts to access objectionable
Internet sites.
Security
The WPNT834 router is equipped with several features designed to maintain security, as described
in this section.
• Computers Hidden by NAT.
NAT opens a temporary path to the Internet for requests originating from the local network.
Requests originating from outside the LAN are discarded, preventing users outside the LAN
from finding and directly accessing the computers on the LAN.
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• Port Forwarding with NAT.
Although NAT prevents Internet locations from directly accessing the computers on the LAN,
the router allows you to direct incoming traffic to specific computers based on the service port
number of the incoming request, or to one designated “DMZ” host computer. You can specify
forwarding of single ports or ranges of ports.
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
With its internal 4-port 10/100 switch, the WPNT834 can connect to either a 10 Mbps standard
Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. Both the LAN and WAN interfaces are
autosensing and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.
TM
The router incorporates Auto Uplink
technology. Each Ethernet port will automatically sense
whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a ‘normal’ connection such as to a
computer or an ‘uplink’ connection such as to a switch or hub. That port will then configure itself
to the correct configuration. This feature also eliminates the need to worry about crossover cables,
as Auto Uplink will accommodate either type of cable to make the right connection.
Extensive Protocol Support
The WPNT834 router supports the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) and Routing Information Protocol (RIP). For further information about TCP/IP, see
“Wireless Communications” in Appendix B.
• IP Address Sharing by NAT.
The WPNT834 router allows several networked computers to share an Internet account using
only a single IP address, which your Internet service provider (ISP) may statically or
dynamically assign. This technique, known as NAT, allows the use of an inexpensive singleuser ISP account.
• Automatic Configuration of Attached Computers by DH CP.
The WPNT834 router dynamically assigns network configuration information, including
IP, gateway, and domain name server (DNS) addresses, to attached computers on the LAN
using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). This feature greatly simplifies
configuration of computers on your local network.
• DNS Proxy.
When DHCP is enabled and no DNS addresses are specified, the router provides its own
address as a DNS server to the attached computers. The router obtains actual DNS addresses
from the ISP during connection setup and forwards DNS requests from the LAN.
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• PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE).
PPPoE is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over a DSL connection by
simulating a dial-up connection. This feature eliminates the need to run a login program such
as Entersys or WinPOET on your computer.
Easy Installation and Management
You can install, configure, and operate the RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 within
minutes after connecting it to the network. The following features simplify installation and
management tasks:
• Browser-based management.
Browser-based configuration allows you to easily configure your router from almost any type
of personal computer, such as Windows, Macintosh, or Linux. A user-friendly Setup Wizard is
provided and online help documentation is built into the browser-based Web Management
Interface.
• Smart Wizard.
The WPNT834 router Smart Wizard automatically senses the type of Internet connection,
asking you only for the information required for your type of ISP account.
• Firmware Update.
The WPNT834 router can be updated if a newer version of firmware is available. This lets you
take advantage of product enhancements for your WPNT834 as soon as they become
available.
• Visual monitoring.
The WPNT834 router’s front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its status and
activity.
Maintenance and Support
NETGEAR offers the following features to help you maximize your use of the WPNT834 router:
• Flash memory for firmware upgrades.
• Free technical support seven days a week, twenty-four hours a day, for 90 days from the date
of purchase.
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NETGEAR Related Products
NETGEAR products related to the RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 are as follows:
• RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (WPN111)
• RangeMax Wireless PCI Adapter (WPN311)
• RangeMax Wireless PC Card (WPN511)
Package Contents
The product package should contain the following items:
• RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834.
•AC power adapter.
• Vertical stand.
• Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable.
• NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 Resource CD, including:
— This manual.
— Application Notes and other helpful information.
• Wireless Home Router Setup Guide.
• Warranty and Support Information 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 Router’s Front Panel
The front panel of the WPNT834 router contains the status lights described below.
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Figure 2-1
You can use the status lights to verify connections. Viewed from left to right, the table below
describes the lights on the front panel of the router.
Table 2-1. Status Light Descriptions
Item Function Activity Description
1 Power On Green Solid
Off
2 Test On
Off
3WirelessOn
Off
4 Internet On
Blink
5 LAN On (Green)
Blink (Green)
On (Amber)
Blink (Amber)
Off
Power is supplied and the router has passed its diagnostic test.
Power is not supplied to the router.
The unit is performing the power on self test diagnostic.
The unit successfully completed the power on self test diagnostic.
The Wireless port is initialized and the wireless feature is enabled.
The wireless feature is turned off or there is a problem.
The Internet port has detected a link with an attached device.
Data is being transmitted or received by the Internet port.
The LAN (local area network) port has detected a link with a 100
Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted or received at 100 Mbps.
The Local port has detected a link with a 10 Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted or received at 10 Mbps.
No link is detected on this port.
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The Router’s Rear Panel
The rear panel of the WPNT834 router contains the items listed below.
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4
Figure 2-2
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2
3
Viewed from left to right, the rear panel contains the following features:
1. Four Local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to the local
computers.
2. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem.
3. Factory Default Reset push button for “Restoring the Default Configuration and Password” on
page 7-7.
4. AC power adapter outlet for 12V DC @ 1A output, 22W maximum.
5. Antennae.
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A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’
The introduction and adoption of any new technology can be a difficult process. Broadband
Internet service is considered so useful that more and more people want to set up networks in their
home to share a broadband connection. Wireless technology has removed one of the barriers to
networking—running wires. It allows more people to try networking while at the same time
exposes them to the inherent complexity of networking. General networking concepts, setup, and
maintenance can be difficult to understand. In addition, wireless technology adds issues, such as
range, interference, signal quality, and security to the picture.
To help overcome potential barriers to successfully using home networks, the table below
identifies how to accomplish such things as connecting to a wireless network, assuring appropriate
security measures are taken, browsing the Internet through your wireless connection, exchanging
files with other computers and using printers in the combined wireless and wired network.
Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here
If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I?
Set up a
wireless
network
1. Set up the
RangeMax 240
Wireless Router
WPNT834
2. Identify the wireless
network name
(SSID) and, if used,
the wireless
security settings.
3. Set up the wireless
computers with the
settings from step
1.
• A wireless network
• A computer within the
operating range of the
wireless network. For
guidelines about the range
of wireless networks, see
“Observing Performance,
Placement, and Range
Guidelines” on page 4-1.
To set up the WPNT834, see
Chapter 3, “Connecting the
Router to the Internet” and follow
the instructions provided.
To learn about wireless
networking technology, see
Chapter 4, “Wireless
Configuration” for a general
introduction.
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Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here (continued)
If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I?
Protect my
wireless
connection
(from snooping,
hacking, or
information
theft).
Note: Secure Internet sites such as banks and online merchants use encryption security built into browsers
like Internet Explorer and Netscape. Any wireless networking security features you might impleme n t are in
addition to those already in place on secure Internet sites.
1. Assure that the
wireless network
has security
features enabled.
2. Configure my
WPNT834 with the
security settings of
the wireless
network.
3. Use Windows
security features.
• A wireless network WEP or
WPA security enabled.
• Wireless networking
equipment that supports
WEP or WPA, such as the
WPNT834.
To learn about wireless
networking security, see
“Wireless Communications” in
Appendix B.
To use WEP security features,
see “Implementing Appropriate
Wireless Security” on page 4-2
and configure your WPNT834
accordingly.
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Table 2-1. A Road Map for How to Get There From Here (continued)
If I Want To? What Do I Do? What’s Needed? How Do I?
Share
Windows PC
files and
printers (in a
combined
wireless and
wired network).
Note: For
sharing files and
printers on other
types of
computers like
Macintosh or
Linux, refer to
the product
documentation
that came with
those
computers.
1. Use the Windows
Printers and Fax
features to locate
available printers in
the combined
wireless and wired
network in your
home.
2. Use the Windows
Add a Printer
wizard to add
access to a network
printer from the PC
you are using to
wirelessly connect
to the network.
3. From the File menu
of an application
such as Microsoft
Word, use the Print
Setup feature to
direct your print
output to the printer
on the network.
• Windows computers (wired
and wireless) you are
using to connect to the
network need to be
configured with the
Windows Client and File
and Print Sharing.
• Windows computers (wired
and wireless) I am using to
connect to the network
need to be configured with
the same Windows
Workgroup or Domain
settings as the other
Windows computers in the
combined wireless and
wired network.
• Any Windows networking
security access rights such
as login user name/
password that have been
assigned in the Windows
network must be provided
when Windows prompts for
such information.
• If so-called Windows ‘peer’
networking is being used,
the printer needs to be
enabled for sharing.
Windows Domain settings are
usually managed by corporate
computer support groups.
Windows Workgroup settings
are commonly managed by
individuals who want to set up
small networks in their homes, or
small offices.
For assistance with setting up
Windows networking,see the PC
Networking Tutorial on the
NETGEAR RangeMax 240
Wireless Router WPNT834
Resource CD and the Help
information provided in the
Windows system you are using.
For assistance with setting up
printers in Windows, see the
Help and Support information
that comes with the version of
the Windows operating systems
you are using.
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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 RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834
for Internet access using the Setup Wizard, or how to manually configure your Internet connection.
Follow these instructions to set up your router.
Prepare to Install Your Wireless Router
• Observe the wireless placement and range guidelines in “Observing Performance, Placement,
and Range Guidelines” on page 4-1.
• 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 need 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 NETGEAR RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 Resource CD, especially this manual
and the animated tutorials for configuring networking on PCs.
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First, Use the Smart Wizard to Configure the Wireless Router
Insert the Resource CD in the CD drive of your PC. The following screen appears. Click SETUP
and follow the prompts.
Figure 3-1
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Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity
You are now connected to the Internet and the wireless feature of the wireless router is enabled!
Next, configure your wireless computer.
1. Configure the computer’s Wireless Adapter settings.
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Figure 3-2
NETGEAR, Inc. wireless adapters display a list of available wireless networks and, when
wireless security is disabled, you simply choose yours from the list and connect.
For a non-NETGEAR wireless adapter, configure it to match your settings exactly. If you
changed the default Network Name (SSID), be sure to use the correct Network Name (SSID)
you set in the wireless router.
WIRELESS FEATURE DEFAULT SETTING
Network Name (SSID) NETGEAR
WEP Security Disabled
Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is case sensitive. Typing nETgear will not
work.
2. Verify wireless connectivity.
Verify wireless connectivity. Connect to the Internet or log in to the wireless router from a
computer with a wireless adapter. For wireless connectivity problems, see “Troubleshooting
Tips” on page 3-4.
You are now wirelessly connected to the Internet! Implement wireless security according to the
instructions in “Implement Appropriate Wireless Security” on page 4-2.
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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 the modem, wireless router, and computer; 2) Turn on the modem, wait two
minutes; 3) Turn on the wireless router and wait 1 minute; 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 WEP or WPA 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 “Preparing a Computer for Network Access” in
Appendix B 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 u sing 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 7-7.
• 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 4-3.
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Overview of How to Access the Wireless Router
The table below describes how you access the wireless router, depending on the state of the
wireless router.
Table 3-1. Ways to access the router
Router State Access Options Description
Factory Default
Note: The wireless
router is supplied in
the factory default
state. Also, the
factory default state
is restored when you
use the factory reset
button. See
“Restoring the
Default
Configuration and
Password” on
page 7-7 for more
information on this
feature.
Configuration
Settings Have
Been Applied
Automatic Access via
the Smart Wizard
Configuration
Assistant
Manually enter a URL
to bypass the Smart
Wizard Configuration
Assistant
Enter the standard
URL to access the
wireless router
Enter the IP address
of the wireless
to access the
router
wireless router.
Any time a browser is opened on any computer connected to
the wireless router, the wireless router will automatically
connect to that browser and display the Configuration
Assistant welcome page.
There is no need to enter the wireless router URL in the
browser, or provide the login user name and password.
You can bypass the Smart Wizard Configuration Assistant
feature by typing
http://www.routerlogin.net/basicsetting.htm
in the browser address bar and clicking Enter. You will not be
prompted for a user name or password.
This will enable you to manually configure the wireless router
even when it is in the factory default state. When manually
configuring the router, you must complete the configuration
by clicking Apply when finished entering your settings. If you
do not do so, a browser on any PC connected to the router
will automatically display the router's Configuration Assistant
Welcome page rather than the browser’s home page.
Connect to the wireless router by typing either of these URLs
in the address field of your browser, then click Enter:
http://www.routerlogin.net
•
http://www.routerlogin.com
•
The wireless router will prompt you to enter the user name of
admin and the password. The default password is password.
Connect to the wireless router by typing the IP address of the
wireless router in the address field of your browser, then click
Enter. 192.168.1.1 is the default IP address of the wireless
router. The wireless router will prompt you to enter the user
name of admin and the password. The default password is
password.
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How to Log On to the Wireless Router After
Configuration Settings Have Been Applied
1. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field of your
browser, then click Enter.
Figure 3-3
2. 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. To change the password, see “Changing the Administrator Password” on page 6-9.
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.
Figure 3-4
Once you have entered your user name and password, your Web browser should find the
WPNT834 router and display the home page as shown in Figure 3-5 below.
Note: If the Check for New Version Upon Log-in checkbox is checked, the home
page will be the Router Upgrade page. Otherwise, it will be the Basic Settings
page.
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