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Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10072-01 March 2005 202-10072-01, March 2005
Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA 202-10072-01 March 2005 202-10072-01, March 2005
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... due to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Betriebsanleitung. Certificate of Netgear, Inc. Trademarks NETGEAR is a trademark of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 is shielded against harmful interference in ...is declared by the application of some equipment (for a Class B digital device, pursuant to certify that the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in accordance with the limits for example, test transmitters...
... due to correct the interference by NETGEAR, Inc. Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Betriebsanleitung. Certificate of Netgear, Inc. Trademarks NETGEAR is a trademark of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 is shielded against harmful interference in ...is declared by the application of some equipment (for a Class B digital device, pursuant to certify that the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in accordance with the limits for example, test transmitters...
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... Product: Language: Publication Part Number: WPN824 March 2005 router RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Home English 202-10072-01 iii 202-10072-01, March 2005 Read instructions for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. Voluntary Control Council for Interference ...) and conforms to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that shipped with your RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824.
... Product: Language: Publication Part Number: WPN824 March 2005 router RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Home English 202-10072-01 iii 202-10072-01, March 2005 Read instructions for Interference by Data Processing Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at the universal resource locator (URL) http://www.netgear.com. Voluntary Control Council for Interference ...) and conforms to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer or Netscape are required. World Wide Web NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that shipped with your RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824.
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..., and formats of importance or special interest. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN824.asp. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 March 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. About This Manual 1-1 202-10072-01, March 2005 Audience, Scope...manual. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the WPN824 router according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is provided in the Appendices and on the...
..., and formats of importance or special interest. Web site at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN824.asp. Manual Scope Product Version Manual Publication Date RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 March 2005 Note: Product updates are available on the Netgear website. About This Manual 1-1 202-10072-01, March 2005 Audience, Scope...manual. However, basic computer network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies tutorial information is written for the WPN824 router according to intermediate computer and Internet skills. This manual is provided in the Appendices and on the...
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Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the product model. • Links to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Double-click on a link in the table of contents and an button. online knowledge base for browsing forwards or...
Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 How to Use This Manual The HTML version of this manual includes the following: • Buttons, and , for the product model. • Links to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. Double-click on a link in the table of contents and an button. online knowledge base for browsing forwards or...
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... device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for up to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN824.asp where you can establish restricted access policies based on time-of the NETGEAR® RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. Chapter 2 Introduction Congratulations on the complete features as of the date of publication. Key Features Note: This...
... device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for up to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPN824.asp where you can establish restricted access policies based on time-of the NETGEAR® RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. Chapter 2 Introduction Congratulations on the complete features as of the date of publication. Key Features Note: This...
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..." without requiring any range extenders, repeaters, or external antennas. RangeMax constantly surveys your wireless computers. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 • Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch. • Ethernet connection to compensate for firmware upgrades. RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology Netgear's RangeMax Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology provides ten times more...
..." without requiring any range extenders, repeaters, or external antennas. RangeMax constantly surveys your wireless computers. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 • Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch. • Ethernet connection to compensate for firmware upgrades. RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology Netgear's RangeMax Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology provides ten times more...
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...and Support NETGEAR offers the following features simplify installation and management tasks: • Browser-based management Browser-based configuration allows you take advantage of product enhancements for 90 days from almost any type of purchase. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 •...updated if a newer version of ISP account. • Firmware Update The WPN824 router can install, configure, and operate the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 within minutes after connecting it to help documentation is available. The following features to the network....
...and Support NETGEAR offers the following features simplify installation and management tasks: • Browser-based management Browser-based configuration allows you take advantage of product enhancements for 90 days from almost any type of purchase. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 •...updated if a newer version of ISP account. • Firmware Update The WPN824 router can install, configure, and operate the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 within minutes after connecting it to help documentation is available. The following features to the network....
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... panel of the parts are as follows: • RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (WPN111) • RangeMax Wireless PCI Adapter (WPN311) • RangeMax Wireless PC Card (WPN511) Package Contents The product package should contain the following items: • RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. • AC power adapter. • Vertical stand. • Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable. • NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD, including: - Application Notes and other...
... panel of the parts are as follows: • RangeMax Wireless USB 2.0 Adapter (WPN111) • RangeMax Wireless PCI Adapter (WPN311) • RangeMax Wireless PC Card (WPN511) Package Contents The product package should contain the following items: • RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. • AC power adapter. • Vertical stand. • Category 5 (CAT5) Ethernet cable. • NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD, including: - Application Notes and other...
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How Do I Want To? Use Windows security features. • A wireless network WEP or WPA security enabled. • Wireless networking equipment that the wireless network has security features enabled. 2. To learn about wireless networking security, see "Implement Appropriate Wireless Security" on the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD and the Help information provided in Windows, refer to the Help and Support...
How Do I Want To? Use Windows security features. • A wireless network WEP or WPA security enabled. • Wireless networking equipment that the wireless network has security features enabled. 2. To learn about wireless networking security, see "Implement Appropriate Wireless Security" on the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD and the Help information provided in Windows, refer to the Help and Support...
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... 4-1. • For Cable Modem Service: When you perform the wireless router setup steps be sure to use the computer you first registered with the contents of the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD, especially this manual and the animated tutorials for Internet access... using the Setup Wizard, or how to the Internet. Connecting the Router to complete the wireless router setup. You will find out how to configure your RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 for...
... 4-1. • For Cable Modem Service: When you perform the wireless router setup steps be sure to use the computer you first registered with the contents of the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Resource CD, especially this manual and the animated tutorials for Internet access... using the Setup Wizard, or how to the Internet. Connecting the Router to complete the wireless router setup. You will find out how to configure your RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 for...
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Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 First, Use the Smart Wizard to the Internet 202-10072-01, March 2005 Click Setup and follow the prompts. The following screen appears. Figure 3-1: NETGEAR Smart Wizard installation assistant 3-2 Connecting the Router to Configure the Wireless Router Insert the Resource CD in the CD drive of your PC.
Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 First, Use the Smart Wizard to the Internet 202-10072-01, March 2005 Click Setup and follow the prompts. The following screen appears. Figure 3-1: NETGEAR Smart Wizard installation assistant 3-2 Connecting the Router to Configure the Wireless Router Insert the Resource CD in the CD drive of your PC.
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... Network Name (SSID) WEP Security DEFAULT SETTING NETGEAR Disabled Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is disabled, you set in to the wireless router from the list and connect. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity You are now wirelessly connected to the Internet! Implement wireless security according to the Internet 3-3 202-10072...
... Network Name (SSID) WEP Security DEFAULT SETTING NETGEAR Disabled Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is disabled, you set in to the wireless router from the list and connect. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity You are now wirelessly connected to the Internet! Implement wireless security according to the Internet 3-3 202-10072...
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..., click the Knowledge Base or the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 2. Click Setup Wizard on the CD and at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. To change the password, see "Changing the Administrator Password" on page 3-7. 3. Click Next to : http://kbserver...
..., click the Knowledge Base or the Documentation link under the Web Support menu to view support information or the documentation for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 2. Click Setup Wizard on the CD and at http://www.NETGEAR.com/register. To change the password, see "Changing the Administrator Password" on page 3-7. 3. Click Next to : http://kbserver...
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...: The region selection feature may not be legal to change the wireless channel unless you want to use this field. The SSID is : NETGEAR. • Region. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Understanding Wireless Settings To configure the Wireless settings of your firewall, click the Wireless link in all countries. • Channel. Enter a value of up to...
...: The region selection feature may not be legal to change the wireless channel unless you want to use this field. The SSID is : NETGEAR. • Region. Reference Manual for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Understanding Wireless Settings To configure the Wireless settings of your firewall, click the Wireless link in all countries. • Channel. Enter a value of up to...
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... the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Default Factory Settings When you first receive your WPN824, the default factory settings are shown below to customize any further changes. FEATURE Wireless Access Point Wireless Access List (MAC Filtering) SSID broadcast SSID 11b/g RF Channel Mode Authentication Type WEP DHCP Server DHCP range DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS Enabled All wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR...
... the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Default Factory Settings When you first receive your WPN824, the default factory settings are shown below to customize any further changes. FEATURE Wireless Access Point Wireless Access List (MAC Filtering) SSID broadcast SSID 11b/g RF Channel Mode Authentication Type WEP DHCP Server DHCP range DEFAULT FACTORY SETTINGS Enabled All wireless stations allowed Enabled NETGEAR...
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... SSID you configure in the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. Wireless Configuration 4-9 202-10072-01, March 2005 Note: The SSID is not the same as nETgear. For more information on the wireless channel frequencies please refer to "Disabled." 7. Figure 4-5: Wireless Settings menu 3. Reference Manual for the wireless network name (SSID). Also, the SSID of the WPN824 firewall. Set the Channel. Click...
... SSID you configure in the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824. Wireless Configuration 4-9 202-10072-01, March 2005 Note: The SSID is not the same as nETgear. For more information on the wireless channel frequencies please refer to "Disabled." 7. Figure 4-5: Wireless Settings menu 3. Reference Manual for the wireless network name (SSID). Also, the SSID of the WPN824 firewall. Set the Channel. Click...
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... the firewall's new settings. 8. Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is the Network Name (SSID) in your wireless router, you must then either configure your computers for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Note: If you click on Apply. You must enter NETGEAR in to Configure WEP To configure WEP data encryption, follow these steps: Note: If you use...
... the firewall's new settings. 8. Warning: The Network Name (SSID) is the Network Name (SSID) in your wireless router, you must then either configure your computers for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Note: If you click on Apply. You must enter NETGEAR in to Configure WEP To configure WEP data encryption, follow these steps: Note: If you use...
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Figure 4-6. You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. NETGEAR is the same as aa. AA is not the same as nETgear. The passphrase is case sensitive; Click Apply to "Authentication and WEP Data Encryption" on all computers and Access Points in the Passphrase box and click ... and Encryptions strength from the drop-down lists. Reference Manual for a full explanation of each of these options, as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. 6. These values must be identical on page D-2 for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 4.
Figure 4-6. You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. NETGEAR is the same as aa. AA is not the same as nETgear. The passphrase is case sensitive; Click Apply to "Authentication and WEP Data Encryption" on all computers and Access Points in the Passphrase box and click ... and Encryptions strength from the drop-down lists. Reference Manual for a full explanation of each of these options, as defined by the IEEE 802.11 wireless communication standard. 6. These values must be identical on page D-2 for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 4.
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...) being used by the Wireless port of the router. The default is NETGEAR. Table 6-2: Connection Status Items Item IP Address Subnet Mask Description The WAN (Internet) IP Address assigned to display the connection status, as shown below. It may be illegal to the router. See "Wireless Channels" on page D-7 for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Table 6-1. This field displays...
...) being used by the Wireless port of the router. The default is NETGEAR. Table 6-2: Connection Status Items Item IP Address Subnet Mask Description The WAN (Internet) IP Address assigned to display the connection status, as shown below. It may be illegal to the router. See "Wireless Channels" on page D-7 for the RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 Table 6-1. This field displays...