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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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... 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 Troubleshooting...
... 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 Troubleshooting...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your router, take a moment to the Ethernet cables for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to become familiar with 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. Place your router in an area suitable for your wired computers). Set up your router. Figure 1 3. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Hardware Features Before you install and connect your router, take a moment to the Ethernet cables for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to become familiar with 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. Place your router in an area suitable for your wired computers). Set up your router. Figure 1 3. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2
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...11n mode at 5 GHz. The unit startup has completed; Firmware is not supplied to the router. Power is upgrading. 2. Getting to verify various conditions. Table 1. Firmware is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is corrupted. Restore factory settings button pressed; Data is operating in 11n mode ... Green Blinking Green Off Solid Blue Blinking Blue Off Description The unit is starting up after being communicated over a wireless network. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on the front of the...
...11n mode at 5 GHz. The unit startup has completed; Firmware is not supplied to the router. Power is upgrading. 2. Getting to verify various conditions. Table 1. Firmware is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is corrupted. Restore factory settings button pressed; Data is operating in 11n mode ... Green Blinking Green Off Solid Blue Blinking Blue Off Description The unit is starting up after being communicated over a wireless network. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on the front of the...
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...been detected. Status Light Descriptions (continued) Item Function Activity 4. The Ethernet cable connection to Know Your Wireless Router 4 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. LAN...Data is ready to remove the attached USB device. No link is connected to transmit data. ready to the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. No Ethernet cable is detected on the Resource CD. An IP address has been received; Internet Off ...
...been detected. Status Light Descriptions (continued) Item Function Activity 4. The Ethernet cable connection to Know Your Wireless Router 4 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. LAN...Data is ready to remove the attached USB device. No link is connected to transmit data. ready to the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. No Ethernet cable is detected on the Resource CD. An IP address has been received; Internet Off ...
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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. AC power adapter outlet 2. Four local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 USB port (backward compatible to USB 1.0/1.1) for connecting the...
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. AC power adapter outlet 2. Four local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to Know Your Wireless Router 5 USB port (backward compatible to USB 1.0/1.1) for connecting the...
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... is receiving the strongest signals. These status lights are on, they will turn off. Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other WPS-enabled devices. Antenna display lights...The lights identify the activity of the eight internal antennas, flashing to Know Your Wireless Router 6 Pushing on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on . 2. To use the WPS method to implement security, see ...
... is receiving the strongest signals. These status lights are on, they will turn off. Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other WPS-enabled devices. Antenna display lights...The lights identify the activity of the eight internal antennas, flashing to Know Your Wireless Router 6 Pushing on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on . 2. To use the WPS method to implement security, see ...
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... 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...high shelf, keeping the number of sight to your wireless devices. • Accessible to a minimum. • Away from virtually anywhere within line of walls and ceilings between the wireless router and your router. Getting to identify the serial number, port connectors...
... 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...high shelf, keeping the number of sight to your wireless devices. • Accessible to a minimum. • Away from virtually anywhere within line of walls and ceilings between the wireless router and your router. Getting to identify the serial number, port connectors...
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..., select this option. You can set up your home router, check with the default settings of two methods: • Smart Wizard Setup: The Smart Wizard setup is the easiest option. Installing Your Wireless Router To help you are connecting to set up your wireless router using one of a home router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces...
..., select this option. You can set up your home router, check with the default settings of two methods: • Smart Wizard Setup: The Smart Wizard setup is the easiest option. Installing Your Wireless Router To help you are connecting to set up your wireless router using one of a home router. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Away from any large metal surfaces...
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...). 3. You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Getting to use this feature (see the Reference Manual for Internet Access" on page 21. Set up -to-date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for updating your wireless network (see "Setting Up Your...
...). 3. You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for and install updates. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Getting to use this feature (see the Reference Manual for Internet Access" on page 21. Set up -to-date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for updating your wireless network (see "Setting Up Your...
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... click Setup to ensure that : • You are successfully completed. If the CD does not automatically start the Smart Wizard. • For Mac users, double-click the MacWizard program. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you through the procedure to set up your router make ...8226; For Windows users, - Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard Prepare the following before you set up your Internet service. and a wired Ethernet connection, not a wireless connection. • You have an Internet service connection through the setup and configuration process by automating many of the...
... click Setup to ensure that : • You are successfully completed. If the CD does not automatically start the Smart Wizard. • For Mac users, double-click the MacWizard program. The NETGEAR Smart Wizard takes you through the procedure to set up your router make ...8226; For Windows users, - Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard Prepare the following before you set up your Internet service. and a wired Ethernet connection, not a wireless connection. • You have an Internet service connection through the setup and configuration process by automating many of the...
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... your computer's desktop so that you can always access the router's user interface later to the Internet, you can view the router settings. The factory default state is available from the router interface. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Follow the instructions and prompts to the Internet! ... CD. Refer to the router and check for new router firmware; When the Smart Wizard prompts you use the restore factory settings button. If you choose not to select a security option during installation, you to check the NETGEAR website for new firmware. ...
... your computer's desktop so that you can always access the router's user interface later to the Internet, you can view the router settings. The factory default state is available from the router interface. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Follow the instructions and prompts to the Internet! ... CD. Refer to the router and check for new router firmware; When the Smart Wizard prompts you use the restore factory settings button. If you choose not to select a security option during installation, you to check the NETGEAR website for new firmware. ...
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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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... connect your computer. Turn off your wireless router: 1. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into your modem and into the Internet port of your new router. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. a. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product. Connect the router to the ADSL or cable modem, and...
... connect your computer. Turn off your wireless router: 1. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into your modem and into the Internet port of your new router. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. a. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product. Connect the router to the ADSL or cable modem, and...
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To start your network in step 2. First, plug 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. Locate the cable ... from accessing the Internet. 1. It is important that cable (4) into a LAN port on the cable or DSL modem. Wait 2 minutes. Failure to start your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15
To start your network in step 2. First, plug 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. Locate the cable ... from accessing the Internet. 1. It is important that cable (4) into a LAN port on the cable or DSL modem. Wait 2 minutes. Failure to start your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15
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... if no USB device is connected; it does not, see "Checking Basic Router Functions" on ; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3. Verifying Your Connection Verify that software. The 2.4 GHz N-Band light (2) 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...
... if no USB device is connected; it does not, see "Checking Basic Router Functions" on ; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3. Verifying Your Connection Verify that software. The 2.4 GHz N-Band light (2) 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...
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... screen will display. Select No to the Internet! Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 The wireless router home page will display. Figure 12 6. From the main menu, select Setup Wizard. Click Apply to obtain both IP and DNS server addresses automatically. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. If you cannot connect to configure your connection. It...
... screen will display. Select No to the Internet! Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 The wireless router home page will display. Figure 12 6. From the main menu, select Setup Wizard. Click Apply to obtain both IP and DNS server addresses automatically. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. If you cannot connect to configure your connection. It...
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...: Ignoring this manual are described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. Initial configuration instructions can be found in the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to the equipment, a breach of security, or a loss of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 beyond initial configuration settings. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual About This Manual The user manual...
...: Ignoring this manual are described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. Initial configuration instructions can be found in the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to the equipment, a breach of security, or a loss of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 beyond initial configuration settings. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual About This Manual The user manual...
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... chapter includes: • "Using the Setup Manual" • "Logging In to Your Wireless Router" on how to log in to connect your router, modem, and computers. This chapter provides instructions on page 1-2 • "Selecting a Language for you install your wireless router using the Resource CD as described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual Chapter 1 Configuring Your Internet...
... chapter includes: • "Using the Setup Manual" • "Logging In to Your Wireless Router" on how to log in to connect your router, modem, and computers. This chapter provides instructions on page 1-2 • "Selecting a Language for you install your wireless router using the Resource CD as described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual Chapter 1 Configuring Your Internet...
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.../vpn/index.htm http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm In addition, you can find initial setup instructions for your NETGEAR product. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual Appendix B Related Documents This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your wireless router in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual.
.../vpn/index.htm http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm In addition, you can find initial setup instructions for your NETGEAR product. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 User Manual Appendix B Related Documents This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your wireless router in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual.