NETGEAR WGT624v4 manual Troubleshooting the Internet Service Connection, Internet Connection

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Router Setup Manual

Troubleshooting the Internet Service Connection

If your router is unable to access the Internet, check that the Internet connection is working, and then check that the router can get an Internet address.

Internet Connection

First verify that your cable or ADSL modem has a successful connection. The cable or ADSL modem status lights indicate if the modem connection is successful or not. Check your modem documentation or call your Internet service provider for help with verifying that the modem has a successful connection.

Router Internet Light is Green or Blinking Green

If your Internet light is green or blinking green, then you have a good Internet connection, and your wiring is correct.

Router Internet Light Blinking Amber

If your Internet light is blinking amber, then your router is attempting to make an Internet connection with the service provider. The LED should turn green within several minutes. If it does not, check the Internet connection on the modem as described above.

Router Internet Light Off

If the Internet light is off, verify that the Ethernet cable is securely connected between the cable or ADSL modem, and that both the modem and router are turned on.

Obtaining an Internet IP Address

If your router is unable to access the internet, and your Internet light is amber or blinking amber, check the router to see if it is able to get an Internet IP address from your service provider. Unless you have a static IP address, your router automatically requests an IP address from your service provider.

To check the Internet IP address from the browser interface:

1.Log in to the router.

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Contents Router Setup Manual Trademarks Contents Troubleshooting the Internet Service Connection Chapter Connecting the Router to the Internet What’s in the Box?Router Bottom Label Front of the Router Status LightsWhat You Need Before You Begin Back of the RouterTwo Setup Methods 1 Smart Wizard Setup 2 Manual Setup Smart Wizard SetupManual Setup Connecting Your RouterRouter Setup Manual Router Setup Manual Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity Implement Appropriate Wireless Security Product Registration, Support, and DocumentationQuick Tips Chapter TroubleshootingMake sure the network settings of the computer are correct Be sure to always start your network in this sequencePower Light Not On To Verify Basic FunctioningTroubleshooting Logging In to the Router Test Light Never Turns On or Stays OnLAN or Internet Port Lights Not On Troubleshooting the Internet Service Connection Internet ConnectionObtaining an Internet IP Address Troubleshooting PPPoE Restoring the Default Configuration and Password Troubleshooting Internet BrowsingAdvanced Troubleshooting Using the Ping Utility Testing the Path from a PC to Your RouterTesting the Path from a PC to the Internet Ping -n 10 IP addressAppendix a Technical Specifications DNS, and UPnPRouter Setup Manual Appendix B Related Documents Router Setup Manual