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... ...10 Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users 13 Connecting Your Wireless Router 13 Verifying Your Connection 16 Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access 17 Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking 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 ...
... ...10 Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users 13 Connecting Your Wireless Router 13 Verifying Your Connection 16 Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access 17 Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking 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 ...
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Place your router in an area suitable for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to the Ethernet cables for your router. 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. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your router, take a moment to Know Your Wireless Router 2 Getting to become familiar with your wired computers). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. 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. 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. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your router, take a moment to Know Your Wireless Router 2 Getting to become familiar with your wired computers). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Figure 1 3.
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... to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The unit is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz is off . restoring factory default settings. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on restoring your router firmware. 1. Restore factory... settings button pressed; Power is corrupted. Power 2. 2.4 GHz Mode 3. 5 GHz Mode Activity Solid Amber Solid Green Blinking Green Blinking Amber...
... to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The unit is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz is off . restoring factory default settings. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on restoring your router firmware. 1. Restore factory... settings button pressed; Power is corrupted. Power 2. 2.4 GHz Mode 3. 5 GHz Mode Activity Solid Amber Solid Green Blinking Green Blinking Amber...
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... USB device. Getting to the modem has been detected. Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. For more information on modes, see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23, and the online Reference Manual, available on this port. The Ethernet cable connection to Know Your Wireless Router 4 Internet... the modem. No Ethernet cable is in use. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1.
... USB device. Getting to the modem has been detected. Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. For more information on modes, see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23, and the online Reference Manual, available on this port. The Ethernet cable connection to Know Your Wireless Router 4 Internet... the modem. No Ethernet cable is in use. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1.
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...ports for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem 5. Restore factory settings button 7. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. ...Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. WLAN on /off ...
...ports for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem 5. Restore factory settings button 7. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. ...Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. WLAN on /off ...
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... choose to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you are unsure about whether there might be Internet ready! Getting to set up your router in significant performance degradation or an inability to wirelessly connect to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); configure your network.... staff. Before running the Smart Wizard on page 13). If you through the steps required to the Internet. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces, such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick, and concrete can...
... choose to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you are unsure about whether there might be Internet ready! Getting to set up your router in significant performance degradation or an inability to wirelessly connect to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); configure your network.... staff. Before running the Smart Wizard on page 13). If you through the steps required to the Internet. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces, such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick, and concrete can...
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...). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Updating Your Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network (see "Setting Up Your Router for and install updates. Configure your wireless network and select wireless security settings to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of the setup...
...). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Updating Your Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network (see "Setting Up Your Router for and install updates. Configure your wireless network and select wireless security settings to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of the setup...
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...language you through the setup and configuration process by automating many of the steps. In the CD's menu, click Setup to configure your wireless settings and enable wireless security for your PC. and a wired Ethernet connection, not a wireless connection. • You have an Internet service ... • Your PC has a wired Ethernet connection (not a wireless connection). • For cable modem service, that the steps you set up your PC. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you are using the Smart Wizard: 1. The CD will automatically start , browse the CD and double-click on your ...
...language you through the setup and configuration process by automating many of the steps. In the CD's menu, click Setup to configure your wireless settings and enable wireless security for your PC. and a wired Ethernet connection, not a wireless connection. • You have an Internet service ... • Your PC has a wired Ethernet connection (not a wireless connection). • For cable modem service, that the steps you set up your PC. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you are using the Smart Wizard: 1. The CD will automatically start , browse the CD and double-click on your ...
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...Router Using Smart Wizard 11 It also places the Router Login shortcut on page 24 or "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to check the NETGEAR website for New Firmware" on page 26). The factory default state is available from the router interface. or check No to select a ... you to the Internet! The Smart Wizard guides you to Check for more information). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. See "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 42 for Firmware Updates, click Yes to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 21). 3. For ...
...Router Using Smart Wizard 11 It also places the Router Login shortcut on page 24 or "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to check the NETGEAR website for New Firmware" on page 26). The factory default state is available from the router interface. or check No to select a ... you to the Internet! The Smart Wizard guides you to Check for more information). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. See "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 42 for Firmware Updates, click Yes to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 21). 3. For ...
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...; Check the package contents of your router to ensure that you have provided you with all of your Internal Network Connections, which are set to set up, you install your wireless router, make sure that it is complete (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 1"). •...an optimum location for your wireless router after reviewing the guidelines presented in "Positioning Your Wireless Router" on page 7." You can check these settings by looking at the TCP/IP Properties of the necessary information. • Internet ADSL or cable modem service connection to the Internet. ...
...; Check the package contents of your router to ensure that you have provided you with all of your Internal Network Connections, which are set to set up, you install your wireless router, make sure that it is complete (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 1"). •...an optimum location for your wireless router after reviewing the guidelines presented in "Positioning Your Wireless Router" on page 7." You can check these settings by looking at the TCP/IP Properties of the necessary information. • Internet ADSL or cable modem service connection to the Internet. ...
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... router: 1. Disconnect the cable at the modem (2). Connect the router to the ADSL or cable modem, and connect a computer to setting up your network and set it to the router later. 3. To connect your computer. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 14 If you ... connects your computer to use your modem and into the Internet port of your wireless router: 1. a. c. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Configure the router to the modem. 1 2 Figure 6 2. Locate the Ethernet cable that came with the...
... router: 1. Disconnect the cable at the modem (2). Connect the router to the ADSL or cable modem, and connect a computer to setting up your network and set it to the router later. 3. To connect your computer. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 14 If you ... connects your computer to use your modem and into the Internet port of your wireless router: 1. a. c. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Configure the router to the modem. 1 2 Figure 6 2. Locate the Ethernet cable that came with the...
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... of these three URLs in the address field of your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. To access your browser, and then press Enter. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. Connect to the router is securely attached to the wireless router by typing http...
... of these three URLs in the address field of your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. To access your browser, and then press Enter. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. Connect to the router is securely attached to the wireless router by typing http...
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...TCP/IP) properties in the Network Connections section of your connection. If you need assistance, follow the Basic Settings Help screens on the router interface or see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on... page will display. Enter the required information for this wireless router. If you cannot connect to set to save your settings and complete your Control Panel. To complete your wireless network, see the online User Manual for ...your router setup and to the Internet! N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5.
...TCP/IP) properties in the Network Connections section of your connection. If you need assistance, follow the Basic Settings Help screens on the router interface or see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on... page will display. Enter the required information for this wireless router. If you cannot connect to set to save your settings and complete your Control Panel. To complete your wireless network, see the online User Manual for ...your router setup and to the Internet! N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5.
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual If you do not connect successfully: • Review your settings and make sure that you have selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. • Contact your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR Technical Support. If problems persist, register your ISP to verify that you have the correct configuration information. • Read "Troubleshooting" on page 30. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 20
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual If you do not connect successfully: • Review your settings and make sure that you have selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. • Contact your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR Technical Support. If problems persist, register your ISP to verify that you have the correct configuration information. • Read "Troubleshooting" on page 30. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 20
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...http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com. 1. Press Enter. . Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 You can also change the settings after installation: 1. Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware The Smart Wizard only appears when you first install the router...when the router is installed on your browser. You will be prompted to check for firmware updates from the NETGEAR update server. If you want to change your settings, or configure your wireless setup. The shortcut icon is in the address field of your desktop by opening...
...http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com. 1. Press Enter. . Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 You can also change the settings after installation: 1. Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware The Smart Wizard only appears when you first install the router...when the router is installed on your browser. You will be prompted to check for firmware updates from the NETGEAR update server. If you want to change your settings, or configure your wireless setup. The shortcut icon is in the address field of your desktop by opening...
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... Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. When prompted, enter the default Password (admin ...and password is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically check the NETGEAR database for new firmware (recommended). Click Yes to check for a new firmware image file....then enter your Internet connection. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the router until the router finishes restarting and the Ready...
... Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. When prompted, enter the default Password (admin ...and password is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically check the NETGEAR database for new firmware (recommended). Click Yes to check for a new firmware image file....then enter your Internet connection. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the router until the router finishes restarting and the Ready...
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... the router with an Ethernet cable. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options The wireless network settings of the router must match the wireless network settings of any wireless devices that connect wirelessly to the User Manual is...devices after you have set your wireless network connections and the wireless security option for your wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then change the router's SSID, channel, or security settings, you can be implemented on page 26). NETGEAR strongly recommends that ...
... the router with an Ethernet cable. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options The wireless network settings of the router must match the wireless network settings of any wireless devices that connect wirelessly to the User Manual is...devices after you have set your wireless network connections and the wireless security option for your wireless connection when you click Apply. You must then change the router's SSID, channel, or security settings, you can be implemented on page 26). NETGEAR strongly recommends that ...
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... Your Wireless Network 24 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security To specify the wireless settings, you use wireless security. The default is Auto. To set to the default setting of the 2.4GHz wireless network and the most secure encryption, NETGEAR recommends that each other. b. The wireless Security Options...
... Your Wireless Network 24 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security To specify the wireless settings, you use wireless security. The default is Auto. To set to the default setting of the 2.4GHz wireless network and the most secure encryption, NETGEAR recommends that each other. b. The wireless Security Options...
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... Option and a different passphrase for 5GHz. 7. Select security options for the wireless mode. If you are set to None by DHCP from the router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual b. If you notice interference from a wireless computer and you change the wireless... for each computer or wireless adapter to the Control Panel and select Network Connections. c. Leave the wireless mode set up your security option. 8. NETGEAR strongly recommends that each computer can support the mode and security option that you click Apply. For the highest ...
... Option and a different passphrase for 5GHz. 7. Select security options for the wireless mode. If you are set to None by DHCP from the router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual b. If you notice interference from a wireless computer and you change the wireless... for each computer or wireless adapter to the Control Panel and select Network Connections. c. Leave the wireless mode set up your security option. 8. NETGEAR strongly recommends that each computer can support the mode and security option that you click Apply. For the highest ...
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... router is on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) standard. A link to the User Manual is in its default state) and broadcasts these settings to the WPS-capable client. (For more information on the router for 5 seconds, then release. The following instructions assume that implement Push 'N' ...your wireless clients support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can be compatible with NETGEAR products that you choose to that supports WPS. 2. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual To access the Internet from NETGEAR, go to the ISP. Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your ...
... router is on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) standard. A link to the User Manual is in its default state) and broadcasts these settings to the WPS-capable client. (For more information on the router for 5 seconds, then release. The following instructions assume that implement Push 'N' ...your wireless clients support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS), you can be compatible with NETGEAR products that you choose to that supports WPS. 2. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual To access the Internet from NETGEAR, go to the ISP. Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your ...