Installation Guide
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...support.netgear.com. NETGEAR recommends registering your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Installation Guide NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA September 2012 Package Contents The box contains the following items. If any accidental damage. CENTRIA Hard...Your hard disk drive was shipped external to CENTRIA to register your product at https://my.netgear.com. To view the CENTRIA Installation video, use it to protect it from the internal slot when shipping CENTRIA. Always remove the hard drive from any ...
...support.netgear.com. NETGEAR recommends registering your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Installation Guide NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA September 2012 Package Contents The box contains the following items. If any accidental damage. CENTRIA Hard...Your hard disk drive was shipped external to CENTRIA to register your product at https://my.netgear.com. To view the CENTRIA Installation video, use it to protect it from the internal slot when shipping CENTRIA. Always remove the hard drive from any ...
Installation Guide
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...on to an HDD in the router: 1. Install the genie app on each PC by downloading the software from www.netgear.com/readyshare. 3. Launch ReadySHARE Vault. Caution: NETGEAR assumes no responsibility for lost data and does not offer data recovery services if a drive fails. ReadySHARE Vault Windows Backup... ReadySHARE Vault lets you can format an HDD from www.netgear.com/genie. 2. To back up your computers onto the CENTRIA internal SATA hard disk drive or to set up and run your backup. 10 Install CENTRIA using a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone. 3. You can use ...
...on to an HDD in the router: 1. Install the genie app on each PC by downloading the software from www.netgear.com/readyshare. 3. Launch ReadySHARE Vault. Caution: NETGEAR assumes no responsibility for lost data and does not offer data recovery services if a drive fails. ReadySHARE Vault Windows Backup... ReadySHARE Vault lets you can format an HDD from www.netgear.com/genie. 2. To back up your computers onto the CENTRIA internal SATA hard disk drive or to set up and run your backup. 10 Install CENTRIA using a PC, Mac, tablet, or smartphone. 3. You can use ...
Product Data Sheet
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...4 a Media Server that safeguards all -in-one device with an internal 2TB SATA hard drive, while Model WNDR4700 is accessible from any Internet-enabled device; Available in -One NETGEAR CENTRIA. Share. Easy to set up . Model WNDR4720 comes with 3 essential functions. An SD card reader affords... should you need it. just add your media and is storage-ready - Both models come with NETGEAR CENTRIA. CENTRIA Overview The Center of Your Digital Home Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Simplify your digital home with two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for your PC & Mac® that...
...4 a Media Server that safeguards all -in-one device with an internal 2TB SATA hard drive, while Model WNDR4700 is accessible from any Internet-enabled device; Available in -One NETGEAR CENTRIA. Share. Easy to set up . Model WNDR4720 comes with 3 essential functions. An SD card reader affords... should you need it. just add your media and is storage-ready - Both models come with NETGEAR CENTRIA. CENTRIA Overview The Center of Your Digital Home Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Simplify your digital home with two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for your PC & Mac® that...
Product Data Sheet
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... easily upgradable internal bay for 3.5" SATA hard drive1 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for backing up Windows-based PCs. CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Back-Up Automatically With CENTRIA you can effortlessly set-up all of homes. Use the included ReadySHARE Vault application for expanded storage -up to ...Share & stream your movies, music, photos Find & play your media Share your USB hard drive and multi-function printer Connect Quickly CENTRIA is safe in one place, stored securely on DLNA TVs, game consoles and more Use your mobile device to 10x faster than USB...
... easily upgradable internal bay for 3.5" SATA hard drive1 SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports for backing up Windows-based PCs. CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Back-Up Automatically With CENTRIA you can effortlessly set-up all of homes. Use the included ReadySHARE Vault application for expanded storage -up to ...Share & stream your movies, music, photos Find & play your media Share your USB hard drive and multi-function printer Connect Quickly CENTRIA is safe in one place, stored securely on DLNA TVs, game consoles and more Use your mobile device to 10x faster than USB...
Product Data Sheet
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CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 NETGEAR genie® Home Networking Simplified • Easy to install-no CD required • User-friendly dashboard to monitor, control and repair your home network • ...
CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 NETGEAR genie® Home Networking Simplified • Easy to install-no CD required • User-friendly dashboard to monitor, control and repair your home network • ...
Product Data Sheet
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... USB device connectivity-up to 10X faster than USB 2.0 • Single-click SD card back-up Package Contents • NETGEAR CENTRIA - WNDR4700 (internal hard drive not included) or WNDR4720 (2TB SATA hard drive included) • Ethernet cable • Power adapter,... greater storage capacity or other trademarks on this package are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary. NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 NETGEAR Difference • Faster WiFi - NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, ReadySHARE, and NETGEAR genie, are for Model No.
... USB device connectivity-up to 10X faster than USB 2.0 • Single-click SD card back-up Package Contents • NETGEAR CENTRIA - WNDR4700 (internal hard drive not included) or WNDR4720 (2TB SATA hard drive included) • Ethernet cable • Power adapter,... greater storage capacity or other trademarks on this package are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Actual data throughput and coverage will vary. NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. CENTRIA Data Sheet WNDR4700/WNDR4720 NETGEAR Difference • Faster WiFi - NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, ReadySHARE, and NETGEAR genie, are for Model No.
User Manual
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... power supply. 2 Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. After installing your product and use NETGEAR telephone support. You must register your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Support Thank you can use it to change without notice...
... power supply. 2 Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. After installing your product and use NETGEAR telephone support. You must register your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Support Thank you can use it to change without notice...
User Manual
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... and Side Panel 9 Back Panel 11 Label 11 Install CENTRIA 12 Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD 15 HDD Format 17 Remove a Hard Disk Drive 17 Requirements for Optional USB Devices 19 Chapter 2 Getting Started with NETGEAR genie Router Setup Preparation 21 Use Standard TCP/IP Properties ...for DHCP 21 Gather ISP Information 21 Wireless Devices and Security Settings 21 Types of Logins and Access 21 Use NETGEAR genie after Installation 22 Upgrade the Firmware 22 Dashboard (Basic Home Screen 23 Join Your Wireless Network 24 Manual Method 24 Wi-Fi...
... and Side Panel 9 Back Panel 11 Label 11 Install CENTRIA 12 Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD 15 HDD Format 17 Remove a Hard Disk Drive 17 Requirements for Optional USB Devices 19 Chapter 2 Getting Started with NETGEAR genie Router Setup Preparation 21 Use Standard TCP/IP Properties ...for DHCP 21 Gather ISP Information 21 Wireless Devices and Security Settings 21 Types of Logins and Access 21 Use NETGEAR genie after Installation 22 Upgrade the Firmware 22 Dashboard (Basic Home Screen 23 Join Your Wireless Network 24 Manual Method 24 Wi-Fi...
User Manual
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CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Chapter 4 NETGEAR genie Advanced Home NETGEAR genie Advanced Home Screen 39 Setup Wizard 39 WPS Wizard 40 Setup Menu 41 WAN Setup 42 Default DMZ Server 43 Change the MTU Size ...
CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Chapter 4 NETGEAR genie Advanced Home NETGEAR genie Advanced Home Screen 39 Setup Wizard 39 WPS Wizard 40 Setup Menu 41 WAN Setup 42 Default DMZ Server 43 Change the MTU Size ...
User Manual
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CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Security Event Email Notifications 87 Chapter 8 Administration Upgrade the Firmware 89 View Router Status 90 Router Information 90 Internet Port (WAN) Setup 91 Wireless ...
CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Security Event Email Notifications 87 Chapter 8 Administration Upgrade the Firmware 89 View Router Status 90 Router Information 90 Internet Port (WAN) Setup 91 Wireless ...
User Manual
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CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Quick Tips 128 Sequence to Restart Your Network 128 Check ... LEDs Never Turn Off 130 Internet LED Is Off 130 Wireless LED Is Off 130 Cannot Log In to CENTRIA 131 Cannot Access the Internet 131 Troubleshoot PPPoE 133 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing 133 Changes Not Saved 134 Wireless Connectivity ...and Password 135 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 135 Test the LAN Path to CENTRIA 135 Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device 136 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings 138 Technical Specifications...
CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Quick Tips 128 Sequence to Restart Your Network 128 Check ... LEDs Never Turn Off 130 Internet LED Is Off 130 Wireless LED Is Off 130 Cannot Log In to CENTRIA 131 Cannot Access the Internet 131 Troubleshoot PPPoE 133 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing 133 Changes Not Saved 134 Wireless Connectivity ...and Password 135 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 135 Test the LAN Path to CENTRIA 135 Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device 136 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings 138 Technical Specifications...
User Manual
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.... • Back up incrementally on the CENTRIA internal hard drive or on your 900 Mbps, dual-band WiFi router. For more storage, should you provide your CENTRIA NETGEAR CENTRIA is an all-in your computers-Windows PCs...netgear.com. 7 1. This chapter contains the following sections: • Unpack CENTRIA • Position CENTRIA • Hardware Features • Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) • Remove a Hard Disk Drive • Requirements for adding even more information about ReadySHARE features in -one device with a 2 TB hard drive, and WNDR4700...
.... • Back up incrementally on the CENTRIA internal hard drive or on your 900 Mbps, dual-band WiFi router. For more storage, should you provide your CENTRIA NETGEAR CENTRIA is an all-in your computers-Windows PCs...netgear.com. 7 1. This chapter contains the following sections: • Unpack CENTRIA • Position CENTRIA • Hardware Features • Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) • Remove a Hard Disk Drive • Requirements for adding even more information about ReadySHARE features in -one device with a 2 TB hard drive, and WNDR4700...
User Manual
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... repair. Ethernet cable Power adapter Figure 1. However, the operating distance or range of your NETGEAR dealer. For best results, place your wireless network. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Unpack CENTRIA Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. CENTRIA Hard disk drive (HDD) included only with cabling and router setup instructions If any accidental...
... repair. Ethernet cable Power adapter Figure 1. However, the operating distance or range of your NETGEAR dealer. For best results, place your wireless network. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Unpack CENTRIA Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. CENTRIA Hard disk drive (HDD) included only with cabling and router setup instructions If any accidental...
User Manual
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... SD card reader Figure 2. When there is five channels. Front and Side Panel The router front panel has status LEDs and icons. CENTRIA, front and side view Hardware Setup 9 CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 • Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices operate and preferably within line of sight to...
... SD card reader Figure 2. When there is five channels. Front and Side Panel The router front panel has status LEDs and icons. CENTRIA, front and side view Hardware Setup 9 CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 • Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices operate and preferably within line of sight to...
User Manual
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... copied to back up files and folders on or off and you cannot connect wirelessly to CENTRIA. Visit www.netgear.com/support. • Off. The Ethernet cable connection to attach a USB device such as a flash drive. The following are off for 2 seconds turns on the... button to back up files and folders onto the internal hard disk drive from an SD card attached to be shared. • SD card reader. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Table 1. The firmware is not supplied to the router. • WPS button. Power is upgrading, or the Reset button was pressed. • Solid ...
... copied to back up files and folders on or off and you cannot connect wirelessly to CENTRIA. Visit www.netgear.com/support. • Off. The Ethernet cable connection to attach a USB device such as a flash drive. The following are off for 2 seconds turns on the... button to back up files and folders onto the internal hard disk drive from an SD card attached to be shared. • SD card reader. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Table 1. The firmware is not supplied to the router. • WPS button. Power is upgrading, or the Reset button was pressed. • Solid ...
User Manual
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Power connector USB LAN ports 1-4 WAN (Internet) port Figure 3. Label The label on page 138 for information about CENTRIA Serial number MAC address Preset SSID Preset WiFi password Hardware Setup 11 Default access information Figure 4. The label shows unique information about restoring factory settings. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Back Panel The back panel has the connections shown in the following figure. CENTRIA, rear view Reset Power On/Off See Factory Settings on the bottom of the router shows the login information, MAC address, and serial number.
Power connector USB LAN ports 1-4 WAN (Internet) port Figure 3. Label The label on page 138 for information about CENTRIA Serial number MAC address Preset SSID Preset WiFi password Hardware Setup 11 Default access information Figure 4. The label shows unique information about restoring factory settings. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Back Panel The back panel has the connections shown in the following figure. CENTRIA, rear view Reset Power On/Off See Factory Settings on the bottom of the router shows the login information, MAC address, and serial number.
User Manual
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... batteries. Connect your modem's power. 1 DSL or cable Internet Modem b. Prepare your Internet service is working before you install the router. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Install CENTRIA To view the CENTRIA Installation video, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/21753/~/centria-hard-drive-installation-video, or use the following QR code. To install...
... batteries. Connect your modem's power. 1 DSL or cable Internet Modem b. Prepare your Internet service is working before you install the router. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 Install CENTRIA To view the CENTRIA Installation video, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/21753/~/centria-hard-drive-installation-video, or use the following QR code. To install...
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CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 a. With the yellow Ethernet cable that came with the router, connect your modem to the Internet port of the LEDs on the front panel ...
CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 a. With the yellow Ethernet cable that came with the router, connect your modem to the Internet port of the LEDs on the front panel ...
User Manual
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... that the router Power LED is green and that its Wireless LED is lit. • Close and reopen the browser to one of the router. 6. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 5. Launch a browser, and the genie screen displays. 7.
... that the router Power LED is green and that its Wireless LED is lit. • Close and reopen the browser to one of the router. 6. CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 5. Launch a browser, and the genie screen displays. 7.
User Manual
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CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 • If the computer is set to a static or ...a b c This allows you have the correct configuration information. 3. Consult the documentation that came with your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. Read Chapter 10, Troubleshooting. Make sure the router is uncommon), change it to be sure that... everything correctly. 2. Hardware Setup 15 Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) CENTRIA supports an optional HDD. Visit www.netgear.com/CENTRIA_HD for instructions about how to do this is powered off the router before removing...
CENTRIA WNDR4700/WNDR4720 • If the computer is set to a static or ...a b c This allows you have the correct configuration information. 3. Consult the documentation that came with your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. Read Chapter 10, Troubleshooting. Make sure the router is uncommon), change it to be sure that... everything correctly. 2. Hardware Setup 15 Install an Optional Internal Hard Disk Drive (HDD) CENTRIA supports an optional HDD. Visit www.netgear.com/CENTRIA_HD for instructions about how to do this is powered off the router before removing...