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Contents 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ix How to Use This Manual x How to Print This Manual x Chapter 1 Connecting the Router to the Internet What Is in the Box ...1-1 Wireless Router ...1-2 Bottom Label ...1-2 Status Lights on the Front 1-2 Port Connections on the Back 1-3 Preparing to Set Up Your Wireless Router 1-4 Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart...
Contents 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ix How to Use This Manual x How to Print This Manual x Chapter 1 Connecting the Router to the Internet What Is in the Box ...1-1 Wireless Router ...1-2 Bottom Label ...1-2 Status Lights on the Front 1-2 Port Connections on the Back 1-3 Preparing to Set Up Your Wireless Router 1-4 Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart...
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... skills. Warning: Ignoring this type of importance or special interest. Tip: This format is intended for the WGT624 v4 wireless router according to the equipment. • Scope. About This Manual The NETGEAR® 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual describes how to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats...
... skills. Warning: Ignoring this type of importance or special interest. Tip: This format is intended for the WGT624 v4 wireless router according to the equipment. • Scope. About This Manual The NETGEAR® 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual describes how to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources. Conventions, Formats, and Scope The conventions, formats...
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.... x v1.0, May 2007 Double-click a link in the table of the chapter you want to print. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in order to view and print PDF files. website at http://www.adobe.com. Each page...
.... x v1.0, May 2007 Double-click a link in the table of the chapter you want to print. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the NETGEAR website in order to view and print PDF files. website at http://www.adobe.com. Each page...
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... of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the full manual. Click the print icon in the upper left of the complete manual opens in a browser window. - Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of the window. Click the print icon in the... selecting this feature. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of any page. - xi v1.0, May 2007 Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of the window. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference...
... of paper, you can save paper and printer ink by selecting this feature. • Printing the full manual. Click the print icon in the upper left of the complete manual opens in a browser window. - Click the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of the window. Click the print icon in the... selecting this feature. Tip: If your printer supports printing two pages on a single sheet of any page. - xi v1.0, May 2007 Use the Complete PDF Manual link at the top left of the window. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference...
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...netgear.com. After the router is connected to the Internet and your router and how to access the Internet through an external broadband access device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for use by region) • Vertical stand • A yellow Ethernet cable • 108 Mbps Wireless Router... WGRT624 v4 Resource CD, including: - This manual • Warranty and Support Information cards If any of the parts are working, you need to ...
...netgear.com. After the router is connected to the Internet and your router and how to access the Internet through an external broadband access device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for use by region) • Vertical stand • A yellow Ethernet cable • 108 Mbps Wireless Router... WGRT624 v4 Resource CD, including: - This manual • Warranty and Support Information cards If any of the parts are working, you need to ...
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...Light 1. Power 2. Test Activity On Off On Blink Off Description Power is ready and running. 1-2 Connecting the Router to verify various conditions. Bottom Label View the label on the front of the wireless router to the router. Table 1-1. Firmware upgrade in for 5 seconds. Status Lights on the Front 5 12 34 Figure 1-1 You can... button was pressed in process, or factory default settings have been restored. The following sections describe the bottom label, front view, and back view. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Wireless Router Take a moment to the...
...Light 1. Power 2. Test Activity On Off On Blink Off Description Power is ready and running. 1-2 Connecting the Router to verify various conditions. Bottom Label View the label on the front of the wireless router to the router. Table 1-1. Firmware upgrade in for 5 seconds. Status Lights on the Front 5 12 34 Figure 1-1 You can... button was pressed in process, or factory default settings have been restored. The following sections describe the bottom label, front view, and back view. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Wireless Router Take a moment to the...
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... connecting to a 100 Mbps device. Wireless antenna Connecting the Router to the Internet 1-3 v1.0, May 2007 The wireless router has an Internet address. Port Connections on the Back 2 1 3 4 5 Figure 1-2 The back of the wireless router has the following port connections: 1. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Table 1-1. Data is enabled. The wireless router radio is off. (See "Advanced Wireless Settings" in Chapter 2.) The...
... connecting to a 100 Mbps device. Wireless antenna Connecting the Router to the Internet 1-3 v1.0, May 2007 The wireless router has an Internet address. Port Connections on the Back 2 1 3 4 5 Figure 1-2 The back of the wireless router has the following port connections: 1. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Table 1-1. Data is enabled. The wireless router radio is off. (See "Advanced Wireless Settings" in Chapter 2.) The...
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..." on page 2-1. Host and domain names - Fixed or static IP address Your ISP should have provided you . 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Preparing to Set Up Your Wireless Router Prepare the following before you set up your router: • Internet service. • The configuration information your may need one or more of the steps, and...
..." on page 2-1. Host and domain names - Fixed or static IP address Your ISP should have provided you . 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Preparing to Set Up Your Wireless Router Prepare the following before you set up your router: • Internet service. • The configuration information your may need one or more of the steps, and...
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... these step: 1. Insert the NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624 v4 Resource CD into a Windows PC with an Internet connection. Accept the language, or change your PC. The wizard setup process should take about 20 minutes to a different language. Connecting the Router to the Internet 1-5 v1.0, May 2007 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Smart Wizard Installation Note: Do...
... these step: 1. Insert the NETGEAR 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624 v4 Resource CD into a Windows PC with an Internet connection. Accept the language, or change your PC. The wizard setup process should take about 20 minutes to a different language. Connecting the Router to the Internet 1-5 v1.0, May 2007 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Smart Wizard Installation Note: Do...
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... v1.0, May 2007 Click Setup. NETGEAR strongly recommends using security. See Chapter 2, "Wireless Settings and Security". 4. The network name is the service set identifier (SSID). • Secure your wireless settings. 1-6 Connecting the Router to connect your router. • Activate your network: The...will guide you have connected to the Internet and entered your network with wireless security: You can set up wireless security now, or choose to set it up later. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant opens: Figure 1-4 3.
... v1.0, May 2007 Click Setup. NETGEAR strongly recommends using security. See Chapter 2, "Wireless Settings and Security". 4. The network name is the service set identifier (SSID). • Secure your wireless settings. 1-6 Connecting the Router to connect your router. • Activate your network: The...will guide you have connected to the Internet and entered your network with wireless security: You can set up wireless security now, or choose to set it up later. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2. The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant opens: Figure 1-4 3.
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...are two steps to automatically get its TCP/IP network settings from the router via DHCP. Turn off and unplug the cable or ADSL broadband modem. Manual Setup 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual There are unsure about this, use your Internet service. Note: Your computer... has to be set to setting up your computer. 2. Connecting the Router to use the wizard on the CD,...
...are two steps to automatically get its TCP/IP network settings from the router via DHCP. Turn off and unplug the cable or ADSL broadband modem. Manual Setup 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual There are unsure about this, use your Internet service. Note: Your computer... has to be set to setting up your computer. 2. Connecting the Router to use the wizard on the CD,...
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Securely insert the yellow cable (5) that came with your wireless router into the yellow Internet port of the cable (1) into the modem (2). 2 4 5 Figure 1-7 Your network cables are connected, and you are ready to start your network. 1-8 Connecting the Router to the Internet v1.0, May 2007 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual e. Securely insert the free end of the wireless router (4) and the other end into a LAN port on the router, such as LAN port 4 (3). 1 3 Figure 1-6 f.
Securely insert the yellow cable (5) that came with your wireless router into the yellow Internet port of the cable (1) into the modem (2). 2 4 5 Figure 1-7 Your network cables are connected, and you are ready to start your network. 1-8 Connecting the Router to the Internet v1.0, May 2007 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual e. Securely insert the free end of the wireless router (4) and the other end into a LAN port on the router, such as LAN port 4 (3). 1 3 Figure 1-6 f.
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...after 2 minutes it is not, make sure that the Ethernet cable is securely attached to the wireless router Internet port and that the computer is securely attached at 100 Mbps; Green indicates that software. If a LAN light is first turned on the cable or DSL ...; LAN: A LAN light should be lit. Start your network in Chapter 6. • Wireless: The wireless light should be lit. b. If it does not, see "Basic Functioning" in the correct sequence could prevent you in to the router is turned on . Wait 1 minute. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2.
...after 2 minutes it is not, make sure that the Ethernet cable is securely attached to the wireless router Internet port and that the computer is securely attached at 100 Mbps; Green indicates that software. If a LAN light is first turned on the cable or DSL ...; LAN: A LAN light should be lit. Start your network in Chapter 6. • Wireless: The wireless light should be lit. b. If it does not, see "Basic Functioning" in the correct sequence could prevent you in to the router is turned on . Wait 1 minute. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2.
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..., then clicking Enter: http://www.routerlogin.net http://www.routerlogin.com http://192.168.1.1 2. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in lowercase letters. Figure 1-10 3. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Setting Up Your Router for the router password, both in the address field of your browser, then click Enter. Click OK.
..., then clicking Enter: http://www.routerlogin.net http://www.routerlogin.com http://192.168.1.1 2. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in lowercase letters. Figure 1-10 3. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Setting Up Your Router for the router password, both in the address field of your browser, then click Enter. Click OK.
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...must be decompressed before you can check for new firmware in the NETGEAR database. (If you select No, you can use WinZip utility to the Internet v1.0, May 2007 1-11 see "Upgrading the Router Firmware" on page 4-3.) If new firmware is an .img (or...user name and password, your Web browser displays the wireless router's home page: Figure 1-11 Connecting the Router to unzip the file. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 4. Note: Usually the firmware image is available, follow the onscreen instructions on the NETGEAR website to be "unzipped" before you can use ...
...must be decompressed before you can check for new firmware in the NETGEAR database. (If you select No, you can use WinZip utility to the Internet v1.0, May 2007 1-11 see "Upgrading the Router Firmware" on page 4-3.) If new firmware is an .img (or...user name and password, your Web browser displays the wireless router's home page: Figure 1-11 Connecting the Router to unzip the file. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 4. Note: Usually the firmware image is available, follow the onscreen instructions on the NETGEAR website to be "unzipped" before you can use ...
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...to verify the configuration information. 3. Contact NETGEAR Technical Support. The Smart Setup Wizard is not the same as the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant that appears only when the router is in the Router Setup Manual on the 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624 v4 Resource CD 4. See "Changing... to view support information or the documentation for the wireless router. Go through the settings and make sure you can use the Smart Setup Wizard to change them manually. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual For more help with troubleshooting see "Changing Your Internet...
...to verify the configuration information. 3. Contact NETGEAR Technical Support. The Smart Setup Wizard is not the same as the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant that appears only when the router is in the Router Setup Manual on the 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624 v4 Resource CD 4. See "Changing... to view support information or the documentation for the wireless router. Go through the settings and make sure you can use the Smart Setup Wizard to change them manually. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual For more help with troubleshooting see "Changing Your Internet...
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... password, or using whatever LAN address and password you are not the same as needed. 5. Changing Your Internet Settings Manually Note: If you have trouble connecting to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in lowercase letters. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual To use to the router at its own user name and password.
... password, or using whatever LAN address and password you are not the same as needed. 5. Changing Your Internet Settings Manually Note: If you have trouble connecting to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in lowercase letters. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual To use to the router at its own user name and password.
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108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2. These settings are explained in "Basic Settings for Your Internet Connection" on page 1-15. • Click an item in the center column to jump directly ... Internet connection requires a login. The basic settings depend on the left. For the most current documentation, go to: http://www.netgear.com/support. 1-14 v1.0, May 2007 Connecting the Router to the NETGEAR website. Click Basic Settings in this column. Enter the settings for that you are using Internet Explorer, you reach it...
108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual 2. These settings are explained in "Basic Settings for Your Internet Connection" on page 1-15. • Click an item in the center column to jump directly ... Internet connection requires a login. The basic settings depend on the left. For the most current documentation, go to: http://www.netgear.com/support. 1-14 v1.0, May 2007 Connecting the Router to the NETGEAR website. Click Basic Settings in this column. Enter the settings for that you are using Internet Explorer, you reach it...
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... full e-mail address, then type it here. If your ISP requires your ISP, select Yes. Service Name: If your ISP. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Basic Settings for Your Internet Connection The basic settings are explained below: • Does Your Internet Connection Require A Login?: Select this...main mail account is set to bring up , but the connection does not time out. If you select Manually Connect, you must click the Disconnect button on the Router Status screen to the Internet, and it automatically terminates if the connection is idle based on Demand, a ...
... full e-mail address, then type it here. If your ISP requires your ISP, select Yes. Service Name: If your ISP. 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual Basic Settings for Your Internet Connection The basic settings are explained below: • Does Your Internet Connection Require A Login?: Select this...main mail account is set to bring up , but the connection does not time out. If you select Manually Connect, you must click the Disconnect button on the Router Status screen to the Internet, and it automatically terminates if the connection is idle based on Demand, a ...