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Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA March 2010 208-10532-03 v1.0 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E.
Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA March 2010 208-10532-03 v1.0 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E.
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... for New Firmware 21 Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options 23 Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 28 Troubleshooting...30 Basic Setup Checklist ...30 Checking Basic Router Functions 31 Troubleshooting Login Problems 33 Checking The Internet Service Connection 34 Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping Utility 36 Technical Specifications ...39 Default Configuration Settings...
... for New Firmware 21 Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options 23 Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 28 Troubleshooting...30 Basic Setup Checklist ...30 Checking Basic Router Functions 31 Troubleshooting Login Problems 33 Checking The Internet Service Connection 34 Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping Utility 36 Technical Specifications ...39 Default Configuration Settings...
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... the protective film covering the sides of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. especially the LEDs-and the important information on the router label (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 1). A PDF version of your router. Before you begin installing your purchase of your wireless router • An AC power adapter (varies by...
... the protective film covering the sides of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. especially the LEDs-and the important information on the router label (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 1). A PDF version of your router. Before you begin installing your purchase of your wireless router • An AC power adapter (varies by...
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Getting to become familiar with your router. Figure 1 3. Place your router in an area suitable for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to the Ethernet cables for your router, take a moment to Know Your Wireless Router 2 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your wired computers). Set up your wireless router by inserting the router into the stand supplied with the front and back panels of the router-especially the LEDs on the front panel.
Getting to become familiar with your router. Figure 1 3. Place your router in an area suitable for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to the Ethernet cables for your router, take a moment to Know Your Wireless Router 2 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your wired computers). Set up your wireless router by inserting the router into the stand supplied with the front and back panels of the router-especially the LEDs on the front panel.
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... The unit is being powered on restoring your router firmware. 1. Data is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz is starting up after being communicated over the wireless network. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the ...status lights on the front of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The 11n mode at 5 GHz. Table 1. Status Light Descriptions Item Function 1....
... The unit is being powered on restoring your router firmware. 1. Data is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz is starting up after being communicated over the wireless network. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the ...status lights on the front of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The 11n mode at 5 GHz. Table 1. Status Light Descriptions Item Function 1....
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. USB Solid Green Fast Blinking Green Off 5. The USB device is now safe to Know Your Wireless Router 4 Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. Initializing connection... transmit data. LAN Solid Green (Ports 1-4) Blinking Green Solid Amber Blinking Amber Off Description The USB device has been accepted by the Router and is detected on the Resource CD. An IP address has been received; Data is connected to the modem has been detected. No...
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. USB Solid Green Fast Blinking Green Off 5. The USB device is now safe to Know Your Wireless Router 4 Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. Initializing connection... transmit data. LAN Solid Green (Ports 1-4) Blinking Green Solid Amber Blinking Amber Off Description The USB device has been accepted by the Router and is detected on the Resource CD. An IP address has been received; Data is connected to the modem has been detected. No...
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... (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem 5. WLAN on /off button 6. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. AC power adapter outlet 2. Internet (WAN)... Ethernet port for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 USB port (backward compatible to USB 1.0/1.1) for...
... (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem 5. WLAN on /off button 6. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. AC power adapter outlet 2. Internet (WAN)... Ethernet port for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 USB port (backward compatible to USB 1.0/1.1) for...
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... "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network" on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Know Your Wireless Router 6 To turn the antenna display lights on . 2. If lights are off by default but can be turned on , they will turn on...a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other device) supports WPS. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push the dome, then release. If lights are off, they will ...
... "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network" on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Know Your Wireless Router 6 To turn the antenna display lights on . 2. If lights are off by default but can be turned on , they will turn on...a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other device) supports WPS. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push the dome, then release. If lights are off, they will ...
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...wired computers. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless router and your other devices will operate, preferably within the operating range of your wireless network. For example, the thickness and number of...identify the serial number, port connectors, status lights, and default login information. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your router. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless devices. • Accessible to Know Your...
...wired computers. • In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between the wireless router and your other devices will operate, preferably within the operating range of your wireless network. For example, the thickness and number of...identify the serial number, port connectors, status lights, and default login information. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your router. However, the operating distance or range of your wireless devices. • Accessible to Know Your...
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... and Linux Users)" on the Internet quickly, the Resource CD contains a Smart Wizard™. Getting to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces, such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, ... of the steps and verifies that the steps have finished, you will be a conflict, use the Smart Wizard. See "Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard" on a corporate PC to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you are technically knowledgeable, select this order...
... and Linux Users)" on the Internet quickly, the Resource CD contains a Smart Wizard™. Getting to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces, such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, ... of the steps and verifies that the steps have finished, you will be a conflict, use the Smart Wizard. See "Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard" on a corporate PC to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you are technically knowledgeable, select this order...
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...Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network (see "Configuring Your Wireless Network" on page 21). You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. Getting to protect your router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400... Access" on page 21. These options are discussed in to the router to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of the setup activity. • The router includes an update feature that lets you check for New Firmware" on...
...Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network (see "Configuring Your Wireless Network" on page 21). You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. Getting to protect your router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400... Access" on page 21. These options are discussed in to the router to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of the setup activity. • The router includes an update feature that lets you check for New Firmware" on...
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...to configure your wireless settings and enable wireless security for your network. Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 10 The wizard setup process takes about 20 minutes to connect your router and PC(s). At each step in the setup process, the Smart Wizard checks to set...the setup and configuration process by automating many of the steps. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you through the procedure to complete. Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard Prepare the following before you set up your router make sure that the steps you perform are using on . -...
...to configure your wireless settings and enable wireless security for your network. Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 10 The wizard setup process takes about 20 minutes to connect your router and PC(s). At each step in the setup process, the Smart Wizard checks to set...the setup and configuration process by automating many of the steps. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you through the procedure to complete. Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard Prepare the following before you set up your router make sure that the steps you perform are using on . -...
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... for more information). A link to check the NETGEAR website for new firmware. At the close of your high-speed wireless router, the wireless adapter card for New Firmware" on your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. When the Smart Wizard prompts you... to Check for Firmware Updates, click Yes to the online Reference Manual also is restored when you through installing your router, connecting your router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page...
... for more information). A link to check the NETGEAR website for new firmware. At the close of your high-speed wireless router, the wireless adapter card for New Firmware" on your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. When the Smart Wizard prompts you... to Check for Firmware Updates, click Yes to the online Reference Manual also is restored when you through installing your router, connecting your router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 12
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 12
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..."automatically obtain an IP address" using DHCP and "Obtain DNS server address automatically." Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) Before installing and connecting your router manually, review the list below and make sure that the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Property settings on.... Domain Name Server (DNS) Addresses - You can check these settings by looking at the TCP/IP Properties of your wireless router and access the Internet: - Depending on page 1"). • Select an optimum location for your computer are accessible through the Control Panel ...
..."automatically obtain an IP address" using DHCP and "Obtain DNS server address automatically." Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) Before installing and connecting your router manually, review the list below and make sure that the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Property settings on.... Domain Name Server (DNS) Addresses - You can check these settings by looking at the TCP/IP Properties of your wireless router and access the Internet: - Depending on page 1"). • Select an optimum location for your computer are accessible through the Control Panel ...
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... Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into the Internet port of your computer. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). You will connect it aside before starting to setting up your computer to TCP/IP Addressing in "Related... router: 1. If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it completely from your Internet service. There are unsure about this, refer to the documentation for your new router. To connect your modem and into your wireless router: 1. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product...
... Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into the Internet port of your computer. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). You will connect it aside before starting to setting up your computer to TCP/IP Addressing in "Related... router: 1. If you are replacing an existing router, disconnect it completely from your Internet service. There are unsure about this, refer to the documentation for your new router. To connect your modem and into your wireless router: 1. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product...
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Securely insert that you are ready to start your network in the correct sequence. First, plug in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are connected, and you start or restart your network in the correct sequence could prevent you removed ... is important that cable (4) into a LAN port on the cable or DSL modem. Wait 2 minutes. To start your network in step 2. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15
Securely insert that you are ready to start your network in the correct sequence. First, plug in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are connected, and you start or restart your network in the correct sequence could prevent you removed ... is important that cable (4) into a LAN port on the cable or DSL modem. Wait 2 minutes. To start your network in step 2. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15
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... (Advanced and Linux Users) 16 If it will be on page 31. • Operating Mode. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3. The USB light (4) should turn on your Internet provider. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be solid green if a ...USB device is connected. You might take several minutes for your wireless router and into your router to verify the following: • Power. For DSL customers, if software logs you can select Never dial a connection. it does not, see ...
... (Advanced and Linux Users) 16 If it will be on page 31. • Operating Mode. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3. The USB light (4) should turn on your Internet provider. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be solid green if a ...USB device is connected. You might take several minutes for your wireless router and into your router to verify the following: • Power. For DSL customers, if software logs you can select Never dial a connection. it does not, see ...
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...router: 1. See "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 42 for Internet Access When configuring your wireless router... manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. The Internet port light (5) should be lit. Setting Up Your Router... for more information. To access your computer is turned on . • LAN. Connect to the wireless router ... of these three URLs in to your wireless router to your browser, then pressing Enter: • http://... cable from the computer to the wireless router Internet port and that the modem, and...
...router: 1. See "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 42 for Internet Access When configuring your wireless router... manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. The Internet port light (5) should be lit. Setting Up Your Router... for more information. To access your computer is turned on . • LAN. Connect to the wireless router ... of these three URLs in to your wireless router to your browser, then pressing Enter: • http://... cable from the computer to the wireless router Internet port and that the modem, and...
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...screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. If no new firmware version is available, click Yes, and the router will display. (If you select "No", you might use to log in to your Internet connection. The router user name and password are ... firmware is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for new firmware (recommended). When prompted, enter...
...screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. If no new firmware version is available, click Yes, and the router will display. (If you select "No", you might use to log in to your Internet connection. The router user name and password are ... firmware is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for new firmware (recommended). When prompted, enter...