Router Setup Manual
4.From the Product Selection
5.Under Downloads, check the most recent firmware version offered against the firmware version shown on your Router Status screen.
6.If the version on the NETGEAR website is more recent, click the version number. Then, click
7.Follow the procedure in “To install the updated firmware to your router:” on page 13 to complete the update process.
If you are unable to successfully update using these methods, refer to the online Reference Manual for more information. The User Manual is available through the Documentation link on the router main menu (or through a link on the Resource CD).
Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity
Follow these instructions to set up and test basic wireless connectivity. Once you have established basic wireless connectivity, you can enable security settings appropriate to your needs.
To set up and test basic wireless connectivity:
1.Log in to the router (see “Accessing the Wireless Router after Installation” on page 10).
If your router is set to automatically check for firmware updates (the default setting), each time you log in your router it will check for new firmware. If you wish to turn off this feature, deselect one of the following:
•Check for Updated Firmware Upon
•Check for New Version Upon
2.To display the Setup Wizard, select Setup Wizard on the main menu.
14 | Getting to Know Your Wireless Router |
v1.0, July 2008