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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 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E.
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... product for installation: 1. The Smart Wizard™ Installation Assistant (Autorun.exe) - Become familiar with the front and back panels of this manual - To prepare your router. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on your purchase of your router. Carefully peel off the protective film covering the sides of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. A link to Know Your...
... product for installation: 1. The Smart Wizard™ Installation Assistant (Autorun.exe) - Become familiar with the front and back panels of this manual - To prepare your router. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on your purchase of your router. Carefully peel off the protective film covering the sides of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. A link to Know Your...
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Place your router in an area suitable for 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. Set up your wired computers). 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 router. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Figure 1 3.
Place your router in an area suitable for 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. Set up your wired computers). 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 router. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Figure 1 3.
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... is ready. The 11n mode at 5 GHz is off . Getting to the router. The unit is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz. the unit is upgrading. 2. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on restoring your router firmware. 1. Table 1. Restore factory settings button pressed; The unit is operating in...
... is ready. The 11n mode at 5 GHz is off . Getting to the router. The unit is operating in 11n mode at 2.4 GHz. the unit is upgrading. 2. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on restoring your router firmware. 1. Table 1. Restore factory settings button pressed; The unit is operating in...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. LAN Solid Green (Ports 1-4) Blinking Green Solid Amber Blinking Amber Off Description The USB device has been accepted by the Router and is in use. An IP address has been received; ready to the modem has been detected. The LAN ...USB device. Data is connected to be used. 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. No Ethernet cable is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. Initializing connection and ...
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. LAN Solid Green (Ports 1-4) Blinking Green Solid Amber Blinking Amber Off Description The USB device has been accepted by the Router and is in use. An IP address has been received; ready to the modem has been detected. The LAN ...USB device. Data is connected to be used. 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. No Ethernet cable is being transmitted at 100 Mbps. Initializing connection and ...
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... power adapter outlet 2. Power on /off button 3. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for attaching a USB storage device Getting to local computers 4. Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the...
... power adapter outlet 2. Power on /off button 3. Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for attaching a USB storage device Getting to local computers 4. Figure 3 The back of the WNDR3400 router contains the items in the list that follows the figure. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the...
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.... These status lights are off : 1. Pushing on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Know Your Wireless Router 6 To use the WPS method to implement security, see "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to connect with other WPS...the eight internal antennas, flashing to show which combination of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other device) supports WPS. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals...
.... These status lights are off : 1. Pushing on the dome for over 5 seconds opens a 2minute window for the router to Know Your Wireless Router 6 To use the WPS method to implement security, see "Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to connect with other WPS...the eight internal antennas, flashing to show which combination of the wireless router includes a dome that your device (a notebook, adapter, or other device) supports WPS. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your other devices to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for a cordless phone. Getting to identify the serial number, port connectors, status lights, and default login information. For best results, place your router: • Near the center of the area...
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your other devices to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for a cordless phone. Getting to identify the serial number, port connectors, status lights, and default login information. For best results, place your router: • Near the center of the area...
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... and Linux Users)" on page 13. When you have finished, you choose to use this option. See "Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard" on page 13). Getting to the Internet. 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 result...
... and Linux Users)" on page 13. When you have finished, you choose to use this option. See "Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard" on page 13). Getting to the Internet. 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 result...
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You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for Internet Access" on page 17). 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. To make it easy for you check for details). These options are discussed in to the router to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for updating your product. • The Smart Wizard...
You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for Internet Access" on page 17). 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. To make it easy for you check for details). These options are discussed in to the router to -date features of your router, NETGEAR provides a variety of methods for updating your product. • The Smart Wizard...
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... feature. For advanced features not covered in your network should support the same technology as your router (see the online User Manual for more information). A link to check the NETGEAR website for New Firmware" on page 26). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. When the Smart Wizard prompts you to Check for Firmware Updates, click Yes to the...
... feature. For advanced features not covered in your network should support the same technology as your router (see the online User Manual for more information). A link to check the NETGEAR website for New Firmware" on page 26). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. When the Smart Wizard prompts you to Check for Firmware Updates, click Yes to the...
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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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... documentation for your wireless router: 1. a. Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into your modem and into the Internet port of your computer. Turn off your computer. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product. Configure the router to install your wireless router: 1. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Disconnect the cable...
... documentation for your wireless router: 1. a. Locate the Ethernet cable that Ethernet cable into your modem and into the Internet port of your computer. Turn off your computer. Securely insert that came with the NETGEAR product. Configure the router to install your wireless router: 1. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). Disconnect the cable...
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... removed from accessing the Internet. 1. Locate the cable you from the modem in the correct sequence. To start your network in the correct sequence. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15 Securely insert that you are ready to start your network. First, plug in and turn on the...
... removed from accessing the Internet. 1. Locate the cable you from the modem in the correct sequence. To start your network in the correct sequence. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 15 Securely insert that you are ready to start your network. First, plug in and turn on the...
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... Connection Verify that software. Wait 1 minute. 3. For DSL customers, if software logs you can select Never dial a connection. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be solid green if a USB device is connected; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Now, plug the power cord into a power outlet. If it will be off . • USB. The USB light (4) should...
... Connection Verify that software. Wait 1 minute. 3. For DSL customers, if software logs you can select Never dial a connection. the 5.0 GHz N-Band light (3) should be solid green if a USB device is connected; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Now, plug the power cord into a power outlet. If it will be off . • USB. The USB light (4) should...
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... LAN light is not lit, check that the modem is reset when you must log in to your wireless router to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field of your computer is communicating at both ends, ...www.routerlogin.net • http://www.routerlogin.com • http://192.168.1.1 Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 17 To access your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. The Internet port light (5) should be lit.
... LAN light is not lit, check that the modem is reset when you must log in to your wireless router to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field of your computer is communicating at both ends, ...www.routerlogin.net • http://www.routerlogin.com • http://192.168.1.1 Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 17 To access your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. The Internet port light (5) should be lit.
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... Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. Do not try to go online, 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 ...select "No", you might use to log in lowercase letters. For security reasons, the router has its own user name and password. see the online User Manual). 4. The router will display. 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for new...
... Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. Do not try to go online, 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 ...select "No", you might use to log in lowercase letters. For security reasons, the router has its own user name and password. see the online User Manual). 4. The router will display. 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for new...
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... and to save your settings and complete your Control Panel. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 If you need assistance, follow the Basic Settings Help screens on page 23. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. The Setup Wizard screen will display. For assistance, see the links in the appropriate fields. Enter the required information...
... and to save your settings and complete your Control Panel. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 If you need assistance, follow the Basic Settings Help screens on page 23. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. The Setup Wizard screen will display. For assistance, see the links in the appropriate fields. Enter the required information...
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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 the correct configuration information. • Read "Troubleshooting" on page 30. If problems persist, register your ISP to verify that you have selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. • Contact your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR Technical Support. 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 the correct configuration information. • Read "Troubleshooting" on page 30. If problems persist, register your ISP to verify that you have selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. • Contact your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR Technical Support. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 20
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... 22 see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. The router will automatically check the NETGEAR database for new firmware (recommended). When prompted, enter the default Password (admin is the default router User Name and password is available, the message... use to log in lowercase letters. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the one shown below will display. (If you selected "No," you changed the Password...
... 22 see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23.) 4. The router will automatically check the NETGEAR database for new firmware (recommended). When prompted, enter the default Password (admin is the default router User Name and password is available, the message... use to log in lowercase letters. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window similar to the one shown below will display. (If you selected "No," you changed the Password...