NETGEAR WNDR3700 user manual Administration

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Name (SSID). The wireless network name (SSID) that the router uses. The default name for 5 GHz ends in -5G to distinguish it from the 2.4-GHz network.

Region. The geographic region where the router is being used. It might be illegal to use the wireless features of the router in some parts of the world.

Channel. Identifies the operating channel of the wireless port being used. The default channel is Auto. When Auto is selected, the router finds the best operating channel available. If you notice interference from nearby devices, you can select a different channel. Channels 1, 6, and 11 do not interfere with each other.

Mode. Indicates the wireless communication mode: Up to 54 Mbps, Up to 217 Mbps (default), or Up to 1300 Mbps.

Wireless AP. Indicates whether the radio feature of the router is enabled. If this feature is not enabled, the Wireless LED on the front panel is off.

Broadcast Name. Indicates whether the router is broadcasting its SSID.

Wireless Isolation. Select this check box only if you want to prevent wireless connections to the router.

Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Indicates whether Wi-Fi Protected Setup is configured for this network.

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Contents N600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 Compliance SupportTrademarks Contents Netgear genie Advanced Home Advanced Settings Appendix a Supplemental Information Getting to know your router Hardware SetupUnpack Your Router Hardware FeaturesFront Panel Icon Description Label Back PanelPosition Your Router Attach the StandCable Your Router Verify the Cabling Hardware Setup Getting Started with Netgear Genie Connecting the routerUse Standard TCP/IP Properties for Dhcp Router Setup PreparationTypes of Logins and Access Wireless Devices and Security SettingsUpgrade the Firmware Use Netgear genie after InstallationBasic Home screen with dashboard, language, and online help Dashboard Basic Home ScreenManual Method Join Your Wireless NetworkWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method  To use WPS to join the wireless networkNetgear genie App and Mobile genie App Your Internet connection and network Netgear genie Basic Settings To view or change the basic Internet setup Internet SetupBasic Home Screen Does Your ISP Require a Login? Answer either yes or no Internet Setup Screen FieldsInternet IP Address  To go to the Attached Devices screen Attached DevicesParental Controls  To set up Live Parental ControlsNetgear genie Basic Settings Click the Take me to the status screen button ReadySHARE Storage To view or change basic wireless settings Basic Wireless SettingsWireless Network 2.4 GHz b/g/n and 5 GHz Wireless Settings Screen FieldsRegion Selection Security Options Settings Change WPA Security Option and Password To change the WPA settings Guest Networks  To set up a guest network Select Basic Guest NetworkWPA Encryption Guest Network Wireless Security OptionsNetgear genie Advanced Home Specify custom settings To use the Setup Wizard Setup WizardNetgear genie Advanced Home Screen  To use the WPS Wizard Select Advanced WPS Wizard WPS WizardSelect either Push Button or PIN Number Setup Menu WAN Setup  To set up a default DMZ server Default DMZ ServerCommon MTU sizes Change the MTU Size To change the MTU size Select Advanced Setup WAN Setup LAN Setup To change the LAN settings LAN TCP/IP Setup LAN Setup Screen SettingsUse Router as a Dhcp Server Address Reservation Use the Router as a Dhcp ServerAddress Reservation  To reserve an IP address Quality of Service QoS SetupEnable WMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications  To configure QoSQoS for Applications and Online Gaming Set Up QoS for Internet Access To create a QoS policy for applications and online games QoS for a Router LAN Port Select the Turn Internet Access QoS On check boxClick the Add Priority Rule button Click Add Priority Rule  To edit or delete a QoS policy Select Advanced QoS SetupQoS for a MAC Address Edit or Delete an Existing QoS PolicyStorage Accessing and configuring a USB storageShare Photos ReadySHARE Access To access the USB device from Windows File-Sharing ScenariosShare Large Files over the Internet Store Files in a Central Location for Printing To share files with your friends and family  To go to Storage Basic Settings Select Basic ReadySHARE Storage Basic Settings To access your USB device Select Basic ReadySHARE, and click Edit Add or Edit a Network Folder To go to USB Storage Advanced Settings Storage Advanced SettingsMedia Server Safely Remove a USB DriveAvailable Network Folders Select the Allow only approved devices check box Specify Approved USB DevicesFtp//10.1.65.4 Access the Router USB Drive Remotely Using FTP To connect to the router’s USB drive using a web browser Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote ComputerSecurity Keep unwanted content out of your To specify a trusted computer Keyword Blocking of Http TrafficSelect Advanced Security Block Sites  To delete a keyword or domain To block services Select Advanced Security Block Services Block Services Port FilteringSecurity  To schedule blocking Schedule BlockingSecurity Event Email Notifications Manage your network Administration To check for new firmware and update your router LAN Port View Router StatusRouter Information Hardware Version. The router modelShow Statistics Button Internet PortConnection Status Button Wireless Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHzAdministration View Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access Erase Manage the Configuration FileBack Up Settings Restore Configuration SettingsPassword Recovery Set PasswordCustomize your network Advanced SettingsAdvanced Wireless Settings Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address  To restrict access based on MAC addresses Wireless APSelect the Turn Access Control On check box Select the Enable Access Point Mode check box Wireless Repeating Function WDSWireless repeating scenario Following settings are available  To view or change the Wireless Repeating Function settings To set up the base station Set Up the Base Station To configure the router as a repeater unit Set Up a Repeater UnitPort Forwarding and Port Triggering Remote Computer Access BasicsDestination port number Port Triggering to Open Incoming PortsPort Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering  To set up port forwarding Set Up Port Forwarding to Local ServersAdd a Custom Service Edit or Delete a Port Forwarding Entry Set Up Port TriggeringApplication Example Making a Local Web Server Public Advanced Settings Dynamic DNS Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box  To set up Dynamic DNSStatic Routes  To set up a static route Remote Management Universal Plug and Play USB Settings To turn on Universal Plug and Play IPv6  To set up an IPv6 Internet connection typeAuto Detect Fields IPv6 LAN SetupIPv6 Filtering Auto Config Pass Through 6to4 TunnelIPb6 Fixed LAN Setup IPv6 Fixed WAN SetupFixed Dhcp PPPoE Traffic Meter Troubleshooting Quick Tips Internet LED Is Off Power LED Is Off or BlinkingTroubleshoot with the LEDs LEDs Never Turn OffWireless 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz LEDs Are Off Cannot Access the InternetCannot Log In to the Router Troubleshooting 105 Changes Not Saved Wireless ConnectivityIncorrect Date or Time Wireless Signal Strength Supplemental Information Factory default settings Factory SettingsWPA2-PSK AES Technical SpecificationsSupplemental Information 111