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Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10090-01 April 2005 202-10090-01, April 2005
Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10090-01 April 2005 202-10090-01, April 2005
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... is a trademark of their respective holders. Trademarks NETGEAR is hereby certified that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to certify that the WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router is shielded against harmful interference in accordance with the...228;tigt, daß das WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. However, there is declared by NETGEAR, Inc. Das vorschriftsmäßige ...
... is a trademark of their respective holders. Trademarks NETGEAR is hereby certified that interference will not occur in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to certify that the WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router is shielded against harmful interference in accordance with the...228;tigt, daß das WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. However, there is declared by NETGEAR, Inc. Das vorschriftsmäßige ...
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World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that shipped with your WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. When 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 the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. Read instructions...
World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that shipped with your WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. When 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 the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. Read instructions...
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... Key Features ...2-1 802.11g Wireless Networking 2-2 A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering 2-2 Security ......2-3 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Extensive Protocol Support 2-3 Easy Installation and Management 2-4 Maintenance and Support 2-5 Package Contents ...2-5 The Router's Front Panel 2-6 The Router's Rear Panel 2-7 Chapter 3 Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings Initial Configuration ...3-2 Logging Into Your Router 3-3 Changing Your Configuration 3-6 Internet Settings ...3-6 Wireless...
... Key Features ...2-1 802.11g Wireless Networking 2-2 A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering 2-2 Security ......2-3 Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink 2-3 Extensive Protocol Support 2-3 Easy Installation and Management 2-4 Maintenance and Support 2-5 Package Contents ...2-5 The Router's Front Panel 2-6 The Router's Rear Panel 2-7 Chapter 3 Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings Initial Configuration ...3-2 Logging Into Your Router 3-3 Changing Your Configuration 3-6 Internet Settings ...3-6 Wireless...
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... Log Notifications 4-5 Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access 4-6 Chapter 5 Maintenance Viewing Wireless Router Status Information 5-1 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 5-5 Upgrading the Router Software 5-5 Configuration File Management 5-7 Restoring and Backing Up the Configuration 5-7 Erasing the Configuration 5-8 ...Status ...6-6 Configuring WAN Setup Options 6-7 Using a Dynamic DNS Service 6-9 Using LAN IP Setup Options 6-11 Using the Router as a DHCP server 6-12 Using Address Reservation 6-13 How to Configure Static Routes 6-15 Enabling Remote Management Access 6-...
... Log Notifications 4-5 Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access 4-6 Chapter 5 Maintenance Viewing Wireless Router Status Information 5-1 Viewing a List of Attached Devices 5-5 Upgrading the Router Software 5-5 Configuration File Management 5-7 Restoring and Backing Up the Configuration 5-7 Erasing the Configuration 5-8 ...Status ...6-6 Configuring WAN Setup Options 6-7 Using a Dynamic DNS Service 6-9 Using LAN IP Setup Options 6-11 Using the Router as a DHCP server 6-12 Using Address Reservation 6-13 How to Configure Static Routes 6-15 Enabling Remote Management Access 6-...
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... PC to a Remote Device 7-6 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password 7-7 Problems with Date and Time 7-7 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics Related Publications ...B-1 Basic Router Concepts B-1 What is a Router B-1 Routing Information Protocol B-2 IP Addresses and the Internet B-2 Netmask ...B-4 Subnet Addressing B-4 Private IP Addresses B-7 Single IP Address Operation Using NAT B-7 MAC...
... PC to a Remote Device 7-6 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password 7-7 Problems with Date and Time 7-7 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics Related Publications ...B-1 Basic Router Concepts B-1 What is a Router B-1 Routing Information Protocol B-2 IP Addresses and the Internet B-2 Netmask ...B-4 Subnet Addressing B-4 Private IP Addresses B-7 Single IP Address Operation Using NAT B-7 MAC...
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... specifications: Table 1-2. This manual is written for the WGT624 v3 wireless router according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is used to highlight information of this...Appendices and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WGT624 v3.asp. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router April 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. Typographical Conventions ...
... specifications: Table 1-2. This manual is written for the WGT624 v3 wireless router according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is used to highlight information of this...Appendices and on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WGT624 v3.asp. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router April 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. Typographical Conventions ...
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... versions of the full manual and individual chapters. 1-2 About This Manual 202-10090-01, April 2005 Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the product model. • Links to access the full NETGEAR, Inc.
... versions of the full manual and individual chapters. 1-2 About This Manual 202-10090-01, April 2005 Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the product model. • Links to access the full NETGEAR, Inc.
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Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 1-4 About This Manual 202-10090-01, April 2005
Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 1-4 About This Manual 202-10090-01, April 2005
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... activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Key Features The WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router with 4-port switch connects your purchase of the NETGEAR® WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. In addition to the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch. • Ethernet connection to a wide area network (WAN) device, such as...
... activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Key Features The WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router with 4-port switch connects your purchase of the NETGEAR® WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. In addition to the Network Address Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch. • Ethernet connection to a wide area network (WAN) device, such as...
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.... • Logs security incidents. Automatically detects and thwarts DoS attacks such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks, and administrator logins. Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • Flash memory for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption which provides strong data encryption and authentication based on a pre-shared key...
.... • Logs security incidents. Automatically detects and thwarts DoS attacks such as blocked incoming traffic, port scans, attacks, and administrator logins. Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • Flash memory for Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) data encryption which provides strong data encryption and authentication based on a pre-shared key...
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...several features designed to maintain security, as described in this section. • PCs Hidden by screening for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • The WGT624 v3 prevents objectionable content from the local network. Requests originating from outside the LAN... Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. Introduction 2-3 202-10090-01, April 2005 The router allows you to direct incoming traffic to make the right connection. For further information about crossover cables, as to Appendix B, "Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics." Each Ethernet ...
...several features designed to maintain security, as described in this section. • PCs Hidden by screening for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • The WGT624 v3 prevents objectionable content from the local network. Requests originating from outside the LAN... Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. Introduction 2-3 202-10090-01, April 2005 The router allows you to direct incoming traffic to make the right connection. For further information about crossover cables, as to Appendix B, "Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics." Each Ethernet ...
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...2-4 Introduction 202-10090-01, April 2005 Easy Installation and Management You can install, configure, and operate the WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router within minutes after connecting it asks you if you only for the information required for your type of ISP account. ... of product enhancements for your Internet service provider (ISP). Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • IP Address Sharing by NAT The WGT624 v3 wireless router allows several networked PCs to share an Internet account using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol...
...2-4 Introduction 202-10090-01, April 2005 Easy Installation and Management You can install, configure, and operate the WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router within minutes after connecting it asks you if you only for the information required for your type of ISP account. ... of product enhancements for your Internet service provider (ISP). Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 • IP Address Sharing by NAT The WGT624 v3 wireless router allows several networked PCs to share an Internet account using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol...
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...; 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 Installation Guide. • Registration and Warranty Card. • Support Information Card. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you maximize your NETGEAR dealer. Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers the following items: • WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. • AC power adapter. • Vertical stand. • Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable. • 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624...
...; 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 Installation Guide. • Registration and Warranty Card. • Support Information Card. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you maximize your NETGEAR dealer. Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers the following items: • WGT624 v3 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router. • AC power adapter. • Vertical stand. • Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable. • 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624...
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... initialized. Indicates that the Wireless port is being transmitted or received at 100 Mbps. The Local port has detected link with an attached device. Data is supplied to the router. Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 The Router's Front Panel The front panel... of the LEDs to verify connections. These LEDs are green when lit. LED Descriptions Label Power Internet Wireless Local Activity On Off On Blink...
... initialized. Indicates that the Wireless port is being transmitted or received at 100 Mbps. The Local port has detected link with an attached device. Data is supplied to the router. Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 The Router's Front Panel The front panel... of the LEDs to verify connections. These LEDs are green when lit. LED Descriptions Label Power Internet Wireless Local Activity On Off On Blink...
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...: • AC power adapter outlet • Four Local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to the local PCs • Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 The Router's Rear Panel The rear panel of the WGT624 v3 wireless router contains the port connections listed below. Reference Manual for connecting the...
...: • AC power adapter outlet • Four Local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to the local PCs • Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 The Router's Rear Panel The rear panel of the WGT624 v3 wireless router contains the port connections listed below. Reference Manual for connecting the...
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Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGT624 v3 2-8 Introduction 202-10090-01, April 2005
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... if you through the setup process. Note: Do not change your wireless router's Internet connection and wireless parameters. Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings 3-1 202-10090-01, April 2005 Chapter 3 Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings This chapter describes how to use the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant ...CD to configure your existing Internet connection. Once you are connected to the Internet and your wireless connections are an advanced user, you can also configure the router's content filtering parameters if you need to change the factory defaults.
... if you through the setup process. Note: Do not change your wireless router's Internet connection and wireless parameters. Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings 3-1 202-10090-01, April 2005 Chapter 3 Configuring the Internet and Wireless Settings This chapter describes how to use the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant ...CD to configure your existing Internet connection. Once you are connected to the Internet and your wireless connections are an advanced user, you can also configure the router's content filtering parameters if you need to change the factory defaults.
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... (Netgear strongly recommends enabling security). - Click Setup and follow the instructions. When you get started Figure 3-1: Smart Wizard Installation Assistant Startup screen 2. The following screen appears: Click SETUP to get to the wireless settings, you will also have to enter security key or passphrase information (see "Wireless Settings" on page 3-10 for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router...
... (Netgear strongly recommends enabling security). - Click Setup and follow the instructions. When you get started Figure 3-1: Smart Wizard Installation Assistant Startup screen 2. The following screen appears: Click SETUP to get to the wireless settings, you will also have to enter security key or passphrase information (see "Wireless Settings" on page 3-10 for the 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router...