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Congratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR™ Model RM356 Modem Router.
These instructions show you how to configure your Windows® PC network and your NETGEAR router for basic Internet access through an Internet service provider (ISP). For more detailed information about installing your router or configuring advanced features, refer to Reference Guide for the Model RM356 Modem Router.
Front Panel of the Router
The front panel of the Model RM356 router contains status LEDs. Refer to the illustration and table below for descriptions of the LEDs on the front panel of the router.
LAN LEDs
MODEM LEDs
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Remote Access Modem Router | PWR | TEST | COL | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | OH | CD | TD | RD |
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Test LED
Power LED
Front Panel of the Model RM356 Modem Router
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PWR (Power) | On | Power is supplied to the router. | |
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TEST | Blinking/Off | The router is functioning properly. This LED blinks during | |
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COL (Collision) | Blinking | Data collision is occurring on the LAN. | |
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| Blinking | Data is being received on the LAN port. | |
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OH (Off Hook) | On | The modem is in use. | |
CD | On | A valid carrier is present on the line. | |
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TX (Transmit) | Blinking | Data is being transmitted on the MODEM port. | |
RX (Receive) | Blinking | Data is being received on the MODEM port. | |
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Model RM356 Modem Router Installation Guide