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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. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA March 2010 208-10532-03 v1.0
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... the original packing materials, in case you need to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on stand for installation: 1. To prepare your router for your purchase 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 2). The Smart Wizard™ Installation Assistant (Autorun.exe) - Become...
... the original packing materials, in case you need to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on stand for installation: 1. To prepare your router for your purchase 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 2). The Smart Wizard™ Installation Assistant (Autorun.exe) - Become...
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Hardware Features Before you install and connect your wired computers). 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 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. Figure 1 3. Getting to become familiar with your router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2.
Hardware Features Before you install and connect your wired computers). 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 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. Figure 1 3. Getting to become familiar with your router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2.
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... is off . The unit is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is operating in 11n mode at 5 GHz. Restore factory settings button pressed; the unit is upgrading. 2. Data is not supplied to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The unit startup has completed; Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights...
... is off . The unit is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is operating in 11n mode at 5 GHz. Restore factory settings button pressed; the unit is upgrading. 2. Data is not supplied to Know Your Wireless Router 3 The unit startup has completed; Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights...
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..., available on this port. Getting to be used. The Ethernet cable connection to the modem. Data is ready to Know Your Wireless Router 4 No Ethernet cable is now safe to transmit data. Initializing connection and obtaining an IP address. Status Light Descriptions (continued) ...connected to the modem has been detected. ready to remove the attached USB device. Data is being transmitted at 10 Mbps. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. USB Solid Green Fast Blinking Green Off 5. The USB device is detected on the Resource CD. Data...
..., available on this port. Getting to be used. The Ethernet cable connection to the modem. Data is ready to Know Your Wireless Router 4 No Ethernet cable is now safe to transmit data. Initializing connection and obtaining an IP address. Status Light Descriptions (continued) ...connected to the modem has been detected. ready to remove the attached USB device. Data is being transmitted at 10 Mbps. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. USB Solid Green Fast Blinking Green Off 5. The USB device is detected on the Resource CD. Data...
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... Getting to a cable or DSL modem 5. WLAN on /off button 6. Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. Power on /off button 3. Restore factory settings button 7. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the...
... Getting to a cable or DSL modem 5. WLAN on /off button 6. Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. Power on /off button 3. Restore factory settings button 7. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the...
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...N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Push the dome, then release. Push the dome, then release. Antenna display lights. To use the WPS method to implement security, see "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Know Your Wireless Router... 6 To turn off : 1. The lights identify the activity of the eight internal antennas, flashing to show which combination of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, ...
...N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Push the dome, then release. Push the dome, then release. Antenna display lights. To use the WPS method to implement security, see "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Know Your Wireless Router... 6 To turn off : 1. The lights identify the activity of the eight internal antennas, flashing to show which combination of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, ...
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... fans, home security systems, microwaves, or the base for a cordless phone. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your other devices will operate, preferably within the operating range of your wireless network. Figure 5 Positioning Your Wireless Router The wireless router lets you access your network from electrical devices which are potential...
... fans, home security systems, microwaves, or the base for a cordless phone. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your other devices will operate, preferably within the operating range of your wireless network. Figure 5 Positioning Your Wireless Router The wireless router lets you access your network from electrical devices which are potential...
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... example, if you are unsure about whether there might be Internet ready! If you are technically knowledgeable, select this option and install your router manually, for your Resource CD. 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 also...
... example, if you are unsure about whether there might be Internet ready! If you are technically knowledgeable, select this option and install your router manually, for your Resource CD. 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 also...
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... must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. These options are discussed in to the router to receive the best, most up your wireless network (see "Configuring Your Wireless Network" on page 21. Getting to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for Internet...
... must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. These options are discussed in to the router to receive the best, most up your wireless network (see "Configuring Your Wireless Network" on page 21. Getting to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for Internet...
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...or see the steps in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21. • Set up additional wireless computers in your network for new router firmware; Refer to check the NETGEAR website for Internet access (see the Reference.... A link to complete the installation. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. You are now connected to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 21). 3. When the Smart Wizard prompts you can always access the router's user interface later to the router and check for more information about this ...
...or see the steps in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21. • Set up additional wireless computers in your network for new router firmware; Refer to check the NETGEAR website for Internet access (see the Reference.... A link to complete the installation. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. You are now connected to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 21). 3. When the Smart Wizard prompts you can always access the router's user interface later to the router and check for more information about this ...
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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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... the ADSL or cable modem, and connect a computer to the router later. 3. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. c. Locate the Ethernet cable (1) that came with the NETGEAR product. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). There are unsure about this, refer to the documentation for your computer or see the link to the modem...
... the ADSL or cable modem, and connect a computer to the router later. 3. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. c. Locate the Ethernet cable (1) that came with the NETGEAR product. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). There are unsure about this, refer to the documentation for your computer or see the link to the modem...
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... port on the cable or DSL modem. Failure to start your network. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15 To start or restart your network in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are connected, and you... are ready to start your network in the correct sequence could prevent you start your network in step 2. First, plug in the correct sequence. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure...
... port on the cable or DSL modem. Failure to start your network. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15 To start or restart your network in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are connected, and you... are ready to start your network in the correct sequence could prevent you start your network in step 2. First, plug in the correct sequence. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure...
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... that your Internet provider. If it will be off . • USB. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be off if no USB device is connected; Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 16 Wait 1 minute. 3. Verifying Your Connection Verify that software...should be solid green if a USB device is connected correctly by checking the wireless router status lights (as illustrated in to establish a connection with your computer and your router is connected. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Now, plug the power cord into a power outlet. It ...
... that your Internet provider. If it will be off . • USB. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be off if no USB device is connected; Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 16 Wait 1 minute. 3. Verifying Your Connection Verify that software...should be solid green if a USB device is connected correctly by checking the wireless router status lights (as illustrated in to establish a connection with your computer and your router is connected. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Now, plug the power cord into a power outlet. It ...
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... securely attached to the wireless router by typing any changes to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field of your wireless router's settings later. A LAN light (6) should be lit. Connect to the wireless router Internet port and that the modem, and that your router: 1. Setting Up Your Router for more information. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual •...
... securely attached to the wireless router by typing any changes to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field of your wireless router's settings later. A LAN light (6) should be lit. Connect to the wireless router Internet port and that the modem, and that your router: 1. Setting Up Your Router for more information. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual •...
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... will automatically check the NETGEAR database for the router password, both in lowercase letters. When prompted, enter admin for the router user name and password for a new firmware image file. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 18 The router will display. (If you... turn off the router, shut down the computer, or do anything else to the router until the router finishes restarting and the Ready light has stopped blinking for new firmware later; Click Yes to check for new firmware (recommended). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A ...
... will automatically check the NETGEAR database for the router password, both in lowercase letters. When prompted, enter admin for the router user name and password for a new firmware image file. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 18 The router will display. (If you... turn off the router, shut down the computer, or do anything else to the router until the router finishes restarting and the Ready light has stopped blinking for new firmware later; Click Yes to check for new firmware (recommended). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A ...
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... be set up the connection yourself. You are now connected to save your settings and complete your computer documentation or see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21 and "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 43. 7. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. For assistance, see your connection.
... be set up the connection yourself. You are now connected to save your settings and complete your computer documentation or see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21 and "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 43. 7. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. For assistance, see your connection.
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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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...), both in to your new Password. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the one shown below will display. (If you selected "No," you can check...
...), both in to your new Password. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the one shown below will display. (If you selected "No," you can check...