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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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...-and the important information on the router label (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 2). A PDF version of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. To prepare your router. Then, read the section on "Positioning Your Wireless Router" on page 7 ... the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your purchase of this manual - Getting to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on your NETGEAR dealer. Unpacking Your New Wireless Router The product package should contain the following items: • The wireless router • A snap-on...
...-and the important information on the router label (see "Unpacking Your New Wireless Router" on page 2). A PDF version of the NETGEAR® N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400. To prepare your router. Then, read the section on "Positioning Your Wireless Router" on page 7 ... the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your purchase of this manual - Getting to Know Your Wireless Router Congratulations on your NETGEAR dealer. Unpacking Your New Wireless Router The product package should contain the following items: • The wireless router • A snap-on...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. 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. 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. Set up your wired computers). Figure 1 3. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. 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. 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. Set up your wired computers). Figure 1 3. Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2
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... 2.4 GHz. The unit is off . The unit is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is operating in 11n mode at 5 GHz. Table 1. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on the front of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless...
... 2.4 GHz. The unit is off . The unit is being communicated over the wireless network. Data is operating in 11n mode at 5 GHz. Table 1. Front Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 2 You can use the status lights on the front of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless...
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... Ethernet cable connection to transmit data. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. Status Light Descriptions (continued) Item Function Activity 4. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. ready to the modem has been detected. For more information on modes, see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings...
... Ethernet cable connection to transmit data. The LAN port has detected a 100 Mbps link with an attached device. Status Light Descriptions (continued) Item Function Activity 4. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Table 1. ready to the modem has been detected. For more information on modes, see "Configuring Your Wireless Settings...
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N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. AC power adapter outlet 2. Figure 3 The back of ...
N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Back Panel The rear panel of the wireless router includes: 1. AC power adapter outlet 2. Figure 3 The back of ...
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Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). To turn off. Antenna display ...
Top Panel N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Figure 4 The top of antennas is receiving the strongest signals. Push 'N' Connect (WPS). To turn off. Antenna display ...
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..., the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the bottom of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless Router 7 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your router.
..., the operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the bottom of the wireless router to Know Your Wireless Router 7 N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual Router Label View the label on the physical placement of your router.
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... to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you set up your router and get on page 10 to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); 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...
... to use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you set up your router and get on page 10 to connect your router, microfilters, and PC(s); 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...
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...to the router to protect your wireless router for Internet access (see the Reference Manual for New Firmware" on page 17). 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for details). ...Updating Your Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network and select wireless security settings to use this feature (see...
...to the router to protect your wireless router for Internet access (see the Reference Manual for New Firmware" on page 17). 3. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. You must be logged in "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for details). ...Updating Your Router Firmware NETGEAR is always improving the operability and features included with your wireless network and select wireless security settings to use this feature (see...
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... option during installation, you through installing your router, connecting your Resource CD. For advanced features not covered in to check the NETGEAR website for new router firmware; Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 11 The Smart Wizard guides you can always access the router... user interface later to select a security option (see the Reference Manual on your router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 26). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Refer to the Internet! When the Smart Wizard prompts you can : • Log in ...
... option during installation, you through installing your router, connecting your Resource CD. For advanced features not covered in to check the NETGEAR website for new router firmware; Installing Your Wireless Router Using Smart Wizard 11 The Smart Wizard guides you can always access the router... user interface later to select a security option (see the Reference Manual on your router to Configure Your Wireless Network" on page 26). N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Refer to the Internet! When the Smart Wizard prompts you can : • Log in ...
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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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.... b. You will connect it aside before starting to install your new router. Locate the Ethernet cable that came with the NETGEAR product. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). a. c. If you are two steps to setting up your...
.... b. You will connect it aside before starting to install your new router. Locate the Ethernet cable that came with the NETGEAR product. Connect the wireless router, the computer, and the modem. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual of the wireless router (3). a. c. If you are two steps to setting up your...
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..., and you from the modem in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are ready to start your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Securely insert that you removed from accessing the Internet. 1.
..., and you from the modem in and turn on the router such as LAN port 1. 4 Figure 8 Your network cables are ready to start your network. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 3 Figure 7 4. Securely insert that you removed from accessing the Internet. 1.
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... software. You might take several minutes for your router to verify the following: • Power. Now, plug the power cord into your router is connected; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3.
... software. You might take several minutes for your router to verify the following: • Power. Now, plug the power cord into your router is connected; N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 2. Wait 1 minute. 3.
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... and Configuration Settings" on . • LAN. To access your wireless router's settings later. Connect to the wireless router by typing any changes to your router: 1. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. If it up initially and to make sure that the Ethernet cable is securely attached to...
... and Configuration Settings" on . • LAN. To access your wireless router's settings later. Connect to the wireless router by typing any changes to your router: 1. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual • Internet. If it up initially and to make sure that the Ethernet cable is securely attached to...
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...Yes, and the router will display. 3. If new firmware is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically check the NETGEAR database for the router password, both in lowercase letters. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. Do not...Linux Users) 18 For security reasons, the router has its own user name and password. Click Yes to your Internet connection. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for several seconds!
...Yes, and the router will display. 3. If new firmware is available, the message "No New Firmware Version Available" will automatically check the NETGEAR database for the router password, both in lowercase letters. The Firmware Upgrade Assistant screen will automatically upgrade itself with the latest firmware. Do not...Linux Users) 18 For security reasons, the router has its own user name and password. Click Yes to your Internet connection. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual A login window such as any other user name or password you can check for several seconds!
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... see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21 and "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. Figure 12 6. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 Select No to the wireless router...
... see "Accessing Your Router After Installation and Checking for New Firmware" on page 21 and "Configuring Your Wireless Settings and Security Options" on page 23. N600 Wireless Dual Band Router WNDR3400 Setup Manual 5. Figure 12 6. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 19 Select No to the wireless router...
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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. 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. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 20
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. 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. Installing Your Wireless Router Manually (Advanced and Linux Users) 20
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... from the defaults, then enter your Internet connection. If new firmware is available, click Yes, and the router will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. Configuring Your Wireless Network 22 The router 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 ...
... from the defaults, then enter your Internet connection. If new firmware is available, click Yes, and the router will automatically check the NETGEAR database for a new firmware image file. Configuring Your Wireless Network 22 The router 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 ...