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... Using the Smart Wizard 9 Using the Smart Wizard ...9 Accessing Your Router After Installation 10 Manually Installing Your Router 11 Connecting Your Wireless Router 12 Verifying Your Connection 15 Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access 16 Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 Specifying Wireless Settings 21 Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security Manually 21 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network 23 Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 26 Troubleshooting ...29 Basic Setup Checklist ...29 Checking Basic Router Functions 30 Troubleshooting Login Problems...
... Using the Smart Wizard 9 Using the Smart Wizard ...9 Accessing Your Router After Installation 10 Manually Installing Your Router 11 Connecting Your Wireless Router 12 Verifying Your Connection 15 Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access 16 Configuring Your Wireless Network 21 Specifying Wireless Settings 21 Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security Manually 21 Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network 23 Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity 26 Troubleshooting ...29 Basic Setup Checklist ...29 Checking Basic Router Functions 30 Troubleshooting Login Problems...
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... Network (VPN) client software might be Internet ready! When you have finished, you through the setup process. You can set up your network (see "Manually Installing Your Router" on page 11). The wizard guides you will be a conflict, use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you choose to use the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant, see "Connecting Your Wireless Router" on page 16). 3. and enable wireless security for Internet Access" on page 12). 2. For example, if you need to use the Smart Wizard Installation...
... Network (VPN) client software might be Internet ready! When you have finished, you through the setup process. You can set up your network (see "Manually Installing Your Router" on page 11). The wizard guides you will be a conflict, use a different computer. • Manual Setup: If you choose to use the Smart Wizard Installation Assistant, see "Connecting Your Wireless Router" on page 16). 3. and enable wireless security for Internet Access" on page 12). 2. For example, if you need to use the Smart Wizard Installation...
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Wireless. The WPS button/light will not be lit for Internet Access When configuring your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. Setting Up Your Router for each connected Ethernet cable, make sure that the modem is reset when you must log in the address field of these addresses to connect to Configure Your Wireless Network" on . Power. If it is not, make any changes to your computer is turned on page 23. WPS. To access the router: 1. LAN. You can enter either of your wireless router to...
Wireless. The WPS button/light will not be lit for Internet Access When configuring your wireless router manually, you use the Restore Factory Settings button. Setting Up Your Router for each connected Ethernet cable, make sure that the modem is reset when you must log in the address field of these addresses to connect to Configure Your Wireless Network" on . Power. If it is not, make any changes to your computer is turned on page 23. WPS. To access the router: 1. LAN. You can enter either of your wireless router to...
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... been configured manually, and either WPS-PSK or WPA2-PSK security has been enabled, a wireless client can use this case, the router preserves its installation procedures guide you choose to use the procedures below. (For more information on setting up a mixed network, see the wireless router's Internet LED blink, indicating communication to the router are WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK. WEP security is based on your network: 1. However, if you can be compatible with NETGEAR products...
... been configured manually, and either WPS-PSK or WPA2-PSK security has been enabled, a wireless client can use this case, the router preserves its installation procedures guide you choose to use the procedures below. (For more information on setting up a mixed network, see the wireless router's Internet LED blink, indicating communication to the router are WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK. WEP security is based on your network: 1. However, if you can be compatible with NETGEAR products...
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... light is green. The LAN port lights are connected. The Internet port is connected and its light is 10 Mbps, the light will be off (see the links in "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on , reset the router according to green. Check that the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. - b. Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to your settings. - LAN connected computers must be configured to green (otherwise the push-button light should be amber. For more information, see "Connecting Your Wireless...
... light is green. The LAN port lights are connected. The Internet port is connected and its light is 10 Mbps, the light will be off (see the links in "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on , reset the router according to green. Check that the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. - b. Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to your settings. - LAN connected computers must be configured to green (otherwise the push-button light should be amber. For more information, see "Connecting Your Wireless...
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...; Internet or LAN Port Lights Not On. The factory default login name is admin and the password is turned on to 192.168.1.1 (see "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 41 for instructions. b. See "Connecting Your Wireless Router" on page 30. • Make sure you are using the recommended addressing scheme, your computer's address should be sure the Java applet is in the range 169.254.x.x. Refer to the wireless router, check the following : a. Troubleshooting Login Problems If...
...; Internet or LAN Port Lights Not On. The factory default login name is admin and the password is turned on to 192.168.1.1 (see "Restoring the Default Password and Configuration Settings" on page 41 for instructions. b. See "Connecting Your Wireless Router" on page 30. • Make sure you are using the recommended addressing scheme, your computer's address should be sure the Java applet is in the range 169.254.x.x. Refer to the wireless router, check the following : a. Troubleshooting Login Problems If...
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... the firmware. Configuring Basic Connectivity 1-3 v1.3, February 2009 Figure 1-2 If the router discovers a newer version of firmware, the message on the right displays. If no new firmware is available, the message on the left displays when you previously cleared the Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in . The update process typically takes about 1 minute. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The Checking for Firmware Updates screen appears unless you log in check box...
... the firmware. Configuring Basic Connectivity 1-3 v1.3, February 2009 Figure 1-2 If the router discovers a newer version of firmware, the message on the right displays. If no new firmware is available, the message on the left displays when you previously cleared the Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in . The update process typically takes about 1 minute. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The Checking for Firmware Updates screen appears unless you log in check box...
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... as well as needed. 3. When the router is always stored in memory. If you can allow the Smart Setup Wizard to the Internet, you next select Chinese, Chinese and English will be stored. The default language is not connected to determine your ISP configuration. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The language is stored in memory. To use the Smart Setup Wizard to assist with configuration or to proceed...
... as well as needed. 3. When the router is always stored in memory. If you can allow the Smart Setup Wizard to the Internet, you next select Chinese, Chinese and English will be stored. The default language is not connected to determine your ISP configuration. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The language is stored in memory. To use the Smart Setup Wizard to assist with configuration or to proceed...
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... mode is set to Up to the online document "Wireless Networking Basics" in which operating frequency is not being used . NETGEAR is Auto. In the Name (SSID) field, you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless router or access point. For the wireless network name (SSID), use the default name, or choose a suitable descriptive name. This field determines which the wireless interface will not get a wireless connection to 32 alphanumeric characters. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual 1. Select Wireless Settings...
... mode is set to Up to the online document "Wireless Networking Basics" in which operating frequency is not being used . NETGEAR is Auto. In the Name (SSID) field, you notice interference problems with another nearby wireless router or access point. For the wireless network name (SSID), use the default name, or choose a suitable descriptive name. This field determines which the wireless interface will not get a wireless connection to 32 alphanumeric characters. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual 1. Select Wireless Settings...
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...; "Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address" on page 2-19 • "Changing the Administrator Password" on page 2-21 • "Backing Up Your Configuration" on page 2-22 • "Understanding Your Firewall" on your network traffic or to enter your network to access your security settings and router placement. Chapter 2 Safeguarding Your Network The Wireless-N Router Model WNR2000 provides highly effective security features, which are appropriate to your intention to provide free Internet access for others...
...; "Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address" on page 2-19 • "Changing the Administrator Password" on page 2-21 • "Backing Up Your Configuration" on page 2-22 • "Understanding Your Firewall" on your network traffic or to enter your network to access your security settings and router placement. Chapter 2 Safeguarding Your Network The Wireless-N Router Model WNR2000 provides highly effective security features, which are appropriate to your intention to provide free Internet access for others...
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... Your Firewall" on MAC address. Wi-Fi Protected Setup provides easy setup by the general public, but your firewall's rules. Use the Push 'N' Connect feature (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless devices cannot communicate with the router at all use wired connections. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Table 2-2. MAC address filtering adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network by means of some products such as Windows XP, but the data broadcast over the wireless link...
... Your Firewall" on MAC address. Wi-Fi Protected Setup provides easy setup by the general public, but your firewall's rules. Use the Push 'N' Connect feature (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless devices cannot communicate with the router at all use wired connections. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Table 2-2. MAC address filtering adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network by means of some products such as Windows XP, but the data broadcast over the wireless link...
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... WEP data encryption keys. Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method. • Manual Method. Either way, record the settings for the wireless adapters and the wireless router. - There are case-sensitive. The SSID in Windows XP), the term "wireless network name" is used, circle one : 64-bit or 128-bit. These values are working with the correct key. - If you must be the same for your wireless network. In some configuration...
... WEP data encryption keys. Not all wireless devices support the passphrase method. • Manual Method. Either way, record the settings for the wireless adapters and the wireless router. - There are case-sensitive. The SSID in Windows XP), the term "wireless network name" is used, circle one : 64-bit or 128-bit. These values are working with the correct key. - If you must be the same for your wireless network. In some configuration...
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... Button Configuration" on page 2-14) changes the router's SSID and security passphrase. this check box is also selected if you are using certain registrars, such as described in the main menu. Figure 2-10 These options are already configured, you cannot configure the router's wireless settings with WPS. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Configuring the WPS Settings 1. Log in to prevent unwanted settings changes, and is not selected, adding a new wireless client using WPS. This check box is automatically selected after WPS is disabled...
... Button Configuration" on page 2-14) changes the router's SSID and security passphrase. this check box is also selected if you are using certain registrars, such as described in the main menu. Figure 2-10 These options are already configured, you cannot configure the router's wireless settings with WPS. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Configuring the WPS Settings 1. Log in to prevent unwanted settings changes, and is not selected, adding a new wireless client using WPS. This check box is automatically selected after WPS is disabled...
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... router's LAN IP address. Otherwise, leave it is available on your network, you need to set the starting IP address and ending IP address. Click the link to the online document "TCP/IP Networking Basics" in this service is not selected and no other DHCP server is assigned to access the router. 4-4 Customizing Your Network Settings v1.3, February 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Using the Router as a DHCP Server By default, the router functions as a DHCP server, allowing it to assign IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses...
... router's LAN IP address. Otherwise, leave it is available on your network, you need to set the starting IP address and ending IP address. Click the link to the online document "TCP/IP Networking Basics" in this service is not selected and no other DHCP server is assigned to access the router. 4-4 Customizing Your Network Settings v1.3, February 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Using the Router as a DHCP Server By default, the router functions as a DHCP server, allowing it to assign IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often just the default value, and changing the value might require an MTU change the MTU size to change : - MSN - America Online's DSL service • You use VPN and have severe performance problems. • You used a program to optimize MTU for performance reasons, and now you have connectivity or performance problems. Note: An incorrect MTU setting can gradually reduce the MTU size from the maximum...
NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often just the default value, and changing the value might require an MTU change the MTU size to change : - MSN - America Online's DSL service • You use VPN and have severe performance problems. • You used a program to optimize MTU for performance reasons, and now you have connectivity or performance problems. Note: An incorrect MTU setting can gradually reduce the MTU size from the maximum...
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...wireless network name (SSID) and WEP or WPA security settings of the router and wireless computer must match exactly. • If you have enabled the wireless router to restrict wireless access by an Ethernet cable, the corresponding numbered router LAN port light is plugged in the Router MAC Address section of the computer registered on computer connected to the wireless router by MAC address, you to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual 4. Troubleshooting Basic Functions After you turn on . Turn on the computers. Make...
...wireless network name (SSID) and WEP or WPA security settings of the router and wireless computer must match exactly. • If you have enabled the wireless router to restrict wireless access by an Ethernet cable, the corresponding numbered router LAN port light is plugged in the Router MAC Address section of the computer registered on computer connected to the wireless router by MAC address, you to obtain an IP address automatically using DHCP. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual 4. Troubleshooting Basic Functions After you turn on . Turn on the computers. Make...
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... Ethernet switch, make sure that the addresses are on page 7-2. - Troubleshooting 7-9 v1.3, February 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Testing the LAN Path to Your Router You can ping the router from your computer to verify that are connected to your computer and router. • Wrong network configuration - In the field provided, type ping followed by the IP address of the following problems: • Wrong physical connections - If the light is off, follow the instructions...
... Ethernet switch, make sure that the addresses are on page 7-2. - Troubleshooting 7-9 v1.3, February 2009 NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual Testing the LAN Path to Your Router You can ping the router from your computer to verify that are connected to your computer and router. • Wrong network configuration - In the field provided, type ping followed by the IP address of the following problems: • Wrong physical connections - If the light is off, follow the instructions...
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... Internet access settings are correct. To check the adapter's connection settings: 1. Other wireless card manufacturers might include a similar program. • Windows basic setup utility. Check the Mode setting as an icon in "Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings" on page 2-12. • Is your wireless adapter? You can use the basic setup utility in your computer, a Smart Wizard utility program is January 1, 2000. In the LAN section, double-click Wireless Network Connection. 2. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual • Date shown is installed...
... Internet access settings are correct. To check the adapter's connection settings: 1. Other wireless card manufacturers might include a similar program. • Windows basic setup utility. Check the Mode setting as an icon in "Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings" on page 2-12. • Is your wireless adapter? You can use the basic setup utility in your computer, a Smart Wizard utility program is January 1, 2000. In the LAN section, double-click Wireless Network Connection. 2. NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual • Date shown is installed...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual custom service (port forwarding) 5-7 customer support ii D data packets, fragmented 5-16 date and time, troubleshooting 7-10 daylight savings time 3-9, 7-11 default DMZ server 4-8 default factory settings listed A-1 restoring 7-12 default gateway 6-5 default LAN IP configuration 4-3 deleting configuration 6-9 device name 4-2 DHCP server 4-4, 6-5 DHCP setting 6-3 disabling firewall 4-8 router PIN 2-17 DMZ server 4-8 DNS servers 5-2 Documentation Web page 1-4 documents, reference B-1 domain name 1-8 Domain Name Server (DNS) addresses current 6-3 ...
NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual custom service (port forwarding) 5-7 customer support ii D data packets, fragmented 5-16 date and time, troubleshooting 7-10 daylight savings time 3-9, 7-11 default DMZ server 4-8 default factory settings listed A-1 restoring 7-12 default gateway 6-5 default LAN IP configuration 4-3 deleting configuration 6-9 device name 4-2 DHCP server 4-4, 6-5 DHCP setting 6-3 disabling firewall 4-8 router PIN 2-17 DMZ server 4-8 DNS servers 5-2 Documentation Web page 1-4 documents, reference B-1 domain name 1-8 Domain Name Server (DNS) addresses current 6-3 ...
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NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual service numbers 3-4 services, blocking 3-3 setting time 3-9 settings, default. See default factory settings setup information, gathering 2-5 Setup Manual 1-1 Shared Key authentication 2-5, 2-9 Smart Setup Wizard 1-6 SMTP server 3-8 software push button configuration (WPS) 2-14 specifications technical A-1 speed requirements 5-25 SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) firewall 4-8 spoofing MAC addresses 1-8, 7-7 SSID 1-12, 2-7, 6-4 SSID broadcast 1-13, 2-12 standards, compatibility A-3 static IP addresses 1-8 static routes 4-10 statistics, usage 6-6 ...
NETGEAR Wireless-N Router WNR2000 User Manual service numbers 3-4 services, blocking 3-3 setting time 3-9 settings, default. See default factory settings setup information, gathering 2-5 Setup Manual 1-1 Shared Key authentication 2-5, 2-9 Smart Setup Wizard 1-6 SMTP server 3-8 software push button configuration (WPS) 2-14 specifications technical A-1 speed requirements 5-25 SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) firewall 4-8 spoofing MAC addresses 1-8, 7-7 SSID 1-12, 2-7, 6-4 SSID broadcast 1-13, 2-12 standards, compatibility A-3 static IP addresses 1-8 static routes 4-10 statistics, usage 6-6 ...