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...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
...USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. No part of ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ("ASUS"). ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ...corporate names appearing in this manual, including the products and software described in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by ASUS; ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT...
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... 10 Setting up the hardware 11 Setting up the wireless router 11 Setting up a wired connection 11 Setting up a wireless connection 12 Configuring the wireless router 12 Using the web GUI 12 Configuring the network clients 14 Accessing the wireless router 14 Setting an IP address for wired or wireless client 14 Configuring via the web GUI 21...
... 10 Setting up the hardware 11 Setting up the wireless router 11 Setting up a wired connection 11 Setting up a wireless connection 12 Configuring the wireless router 12 Using the web GUI 12 Configuring the network clients 14 Accessing the wireless router 14 Setting an IP address for wired or wireless client 14 Configuring via the web GUI 21...
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..., system requirements, hardware features, and LED indicators of the ASUS Wireless Router. • Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware This chapter provides instructions on setting up, accessing, and configuring the ASUS Wireless Router. • Chapter 3: Configuring the network clients This chapter... provides instructions on setting up the clients in your ASUS Wireless Router. How this user manual This user manual contains information...
..., system requirements, hardware features, and LED indicators of the ASUS Wireless Router. • Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware This chapter provides instructions on setting up, accessing, and configuring the ASUS Wireless Router. • Chapter 3: Configuring the network clients This chapter... provides instructions on setting up the clients in your ASUS Wireless Router. How this user manual This user manual contains information...
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...aid in completing a task. • Chapter 4: Configuring via the web GUI This chapter provides instructions on configuring the ASUS Wireless Router using its web graphics user interface (web GUI). • Chapter 5: Installing the utilities This chapter provides information on the... utilities that you with a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems you may encounter when using the ASUS Wireless Router. • Appendices This chapter provides you MUST follow to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that are available from the support...
...aid in completing a task. • Chapter 4: Configuring via the web GUI This chapter provides instructions on configuring the ASUS Wireless Router using its web graphics user interface (web GUI). • Chapter 5: Installing the utilities This chapter provides information on the... utilities that you with a troubleshooting guide for solving common problems you may encounter when using the ASUS Wireless Router. • Appendices This chapter provides you MUST follow to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that are available from the support...
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...-T/100Base-TX) • At least one IEEE 802.11b/g device with wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP and Internet browser • This utility supports Internet Explorer 6.0 or later version. RT-G32 Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (manual, utilities) RJ45 cable Quick Start Guide Note: If any of the Ethernet cable that your ASUS Wireless Router package.
...-T/100Base-TX) • At least one IEEE 802.11b/g device with wireless capability • An installed TCP/IP and Internet browser • This utility supports Internet Explorer 6.0 or later version. RT-G32 Wireless Router Power adapter Support CD (manual, utilities) RJ45 cable Quick Start Guide Note: If any of the Ethernet cable that your ASUS Wireless Router package.
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...Off On Flashing WAN (Wide Area Network) Off On Flashing Indication No power System ready No power Wireless system ready Transmitting or receiving data (wireless) No power or no physical connection Has physical connection to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data ... Commission. • Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless mobile devices. • Install the device at least 20cms from a person to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router RT-G32
...Off On Flashing WAN (Wide Area Network) Off On Flashing Indication No power System ready No power Wireless system ready Transmitting or receiving data (wireless) No power or no physical connection Has physical connection to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data ... Commission. • Install the device in a central area to provide ideal coverage for all wireless mobile devices. • Install the device at least 20cms from a person to an Ethernet network Transmitting or receiving data (through Ethernet cable) Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router RT-G32
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Insert the DC adapter into this port to connect your wireless router Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to this port to a power source. RT-G32 Chapter 1: Knowing your router to establish WAN connection. Press for three seconds to restore to launch the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Rear panel Label ANTENNA WPS Reset WAN LAN1-LAN4 DC 12V Description Adjust the antenna manually to get a better signal reception Press this button to the factory default settings. Connect RJ-45 Ethernet cables to these ports to establish LAN connection.
Insert the DC adapter into this port to connect your wireless router Connect an RJ-45 Ethernet cable to this port to a power source. RT-G32 Chapter 1: Knowing your router to establish WAN connection. Press for three seconds to restore to launch the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). Rear panel Label ANTENNA WPS Reset WAN LAN1-LAN4 DC 12V Description Adjust the antenna manually to get a better signal reception Press this button to the factory default settings. Connect RJ-45 Ethernet cables to these ports to establish LAN connection.
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Note: For details on mounting your router on a wall or ceiling, refer to your router. Chapter 1: Knowing your router on the next page of this user manual. Air vents These vents provide ventilation to the section Mounting options on concrete or wooden surfaces using two roundhead screws. Back panel 2 1 Item 1 2 Description Mounting hooks Use the mounting hooks to mount your wireless router RT-G32
Note: For details on mounting your router on a wall or ceiling, refer to your router. Chapter 1: Knowing your router on the next page of this user manual. Air vents These vents provide ventilation to the section Mounting options on concrete or wooden surfaces using two roundhead screws. Back panel 2 1 Item 1 2 Description Mounting hooks Use the mounting hooks to mount your wireless router RT-G32
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... box, the ASUS Wireless Router is designed to sit on the underside for mounting to a wall or ceiling. Tighten two screws until only 1/4'' is too loose. 10 RT-G32 Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router Mark two upper... holes in a flat surface. 3. The unit may also be converted for the two mounting hooks. 2. Note: Re-adjust the screws if you cannot latch the ASUS Wireless Router onto the screws or if it is showing. 4. To mount the ASUS Wireless Router: 1. Mounting options Out of the ASUS Wireless Router...
... box, the ASUS Wireless Router is designed to sit on the underside for mounting to a wall or ceiling. Tighten two screws until only 1/4'' is too loose. 10 RT-G32 Chapter 1: Knowing your wireless router Mark two upper... holes in a flat surface. 3. The unit may also be converted for the two mounting hooks. 2. Note: Re-adjust the screws if you cannot latch the ASUS Wireless Router onto the screws or if it is showing. 4. To mount the ASUS Wireless Router: 1. Mounting options Out of the ASUS Wireless Router...
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... port to easily set up a wired connection The ASUS Wireless Router is supplied with proper configurations. WAN Chapter 2: Setting up the wireless router The ASUS Wireless Router meets various working scenarios with an Ethernet cable in your PC's LAN port. 2 Setting up the hardware Setting up the hardware RT-G32 11 The wireless router has integrated auto-crossover function, so use either...
... port to easily set up a wired connection The ASUS Wireless Router is supplied with proper configurations. WAN Chapter 2: Setting up the wireless router The ASUS Wireless Router meets various working scenarios with an Ethernet cable in your PC's LAN port. 2 Setting up the hardware Setting up the hardware RT-G32 11 The wireless router has integrated auto-crossover function, so use either...
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Using an Ethernet cable, connect the modem to this default SSID. 12 RT-G32 Chapter 2: Setting up a wireless connection: 1. Configuring the wireless router The ASUS Wireless Router includes a web graphics user interface (web GUI) which allows you have to connect. Note: By default, the SSID of wireless router is used. R��e��fe��r�t�o��...
Using an Ethernet cable, connect the modem to this default SSID. 12 RT-G32 Chapter 2: Setting up a wireless connection: 1. Configuring the wireless router The ASUS Wireless Router includes a web graphics user interface (web GUI) which allows you have to connect. Note: By default, the SSID of wireless router is used. R��e��fe��r�t�o��...
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Notes: • You may also manually key in the router's default IP address (192.168.1.1) to launch the router's web interface. • For more details on configuring your wireless router using the web GUI, refer to Chapter 4: Configuring via the web GUI. Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware RT-G32 13 After establishing a wireless connection, launch a web browser. 3.
Notes: • You may also manually key in the router's default IP address (192.168.1.1) to launch the router's web interface. • For more details on configuring your wireless router using the web GUI, refer to Chapter 4: Configuring via the web GUI. Chapter 2: Setting up the hardware RT-G32 13 After establishing a wireless connection, launch a web browser. 3.
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... address to your client, we recommend that correspond to manually assign static IP addresses on your network 14 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients Ensure that the clients' IP addresses are within the same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router) • Gateway: 192.168.1.1 (IP address of the clients or computers in your wired or...
... address to your client, we recommend that correspond to manually assign static IP addresses on your network 14 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients Ensure that the clients' IP addresses are within the same subnet as the ASUS Wireless Router) • Gateway: 192.168.1.1 (IP address of the clients or computers in your wired or...
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Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 15 Click Start > Control Panel > Network to automatically obtain an IP address, click Obtain an IP address automatically then click OK. Otherwise, click Specify an IP address, then key in the IP address and Subnet Mask. Windows® 9x/ME 1. If you want your computer to display the Network setup window. 2. Select TCP/IP then click Properties. 3.
Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 15 Click Start > Control Panel > Network to automatically obtain an IP address, click Obtain an IP address automatically then click OK. Otherwise, click Specify an IP address, then key in the IP address and Subnet Mask. Windows® 9x/ME 1. If you want your computer to display the Network setup window. 2. Select TCP/IP then click Properties. 3.
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Key in New gateway then click Add. 5. Select Gateway tab, and key in Host, Domain, and DNS Server Search Order, then click Add. 6. Click OK. 16 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients 4. Select the DNS configuration tab and click Enable DNS.
Key in New gateway then click Add. 5. Select Gateway tab, and key in Host, Domain, and DNS Server Search Order, then click Add. 6. Click OK. 16 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients 4. Select the DNS configuration tab and click Enable DNS.
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Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 17 Windows® NT4.0 1. Go to Control Panel > Network to assign IP address automatically. • Manually set up the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. From the IP Address tab of the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties windows, you can: • Select the type of network adapter installed in your system. • Set the router to display the Network setup window then select the Protocols tab. 2. Select TCP/IP Protocol from the Network Protocols list then click Properties. 3.
Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 17 Windows® NT4.0 1. Go to Control Panel > Network to assign IP address automatically. • Manually set up the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. From the IP Address tab of the Microsoft TCP/IP Properties windows, you can: • Select the type of network adapter installed in your system. • Set the router to display the Network setup window then select the Protocols tab. 2. Select TCP/IP Protocol from the Network Protocols list then click Properties. 3.
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Select DNS tab then click Add under the DNS Service Search Order and key in DNS. 4. Windows® 2000 1. Right-click Local Area Connection then click Properties. 18 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Dial-up Connection.
Select DNS tab then click Add under the DNS Service Search Order and key in DNS. 4. Windows® 2000 1. Right-click Local Area Connection then click Properties. 18 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients Click Start > Control Panel > Network and Dial-up Connection.
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... Start > Control Panel > Network Connection. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection then select Properties. Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 19 Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server. 5.
... Start > Control Panel > Network Connection. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 3. Right-click Local Area Connection then select Properties. Chapter 3: Configuring the clients RT-G32 19 Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server. 5.
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Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server. 5. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway. 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 3. 2. Click OK when done. 20 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients
Otherwise, select Use the following IP address: and key in the Preferred and Alternate DNS server. 5. Otherwise, select Use the following DNS server addresses: and key in IP address, Subnet mask, and Default gateway. 4. Select Obtain an IP address automatically if you want the IP settings to be assigned automatically. Select Obtain DNS server address automatically if you want the DNS server settings to be assigned automatically. Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), then click Properties. 3. 2. Click OK when done. 20 RT-G32 Chapter 3: Configuring the clients