NETGEAR WGT624v4 manual Contents

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Contents

Router Setup Manual

Chapter 1

Connecting the Router to the Internet

What’s in the Box?

1-1

The Router Bottom Label

1-1

The Front of the Router

1-2

The Back of the Router

1-3

What You Need Before You Begin

1-3

Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart Wizard Setup 2) Manual Setup

1-4

Smart Wizard Setup

1-4

Manual Setup

1-5

Connecting Your Router

1-5

Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access

1-8

Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity

1-9

Implement Appropriate Wireless Security

1-10

Product Registration, Support, and Documentation

1-10

Chapter 2

 

Troubleshooting

 

Quick Tips

2-1

Be sure to always start your network in this sequence:

2-1

Make sure the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in

2-1

Make sure the network settings of the computer are correct. .................................2-1

Check the router status lights to verify correct router operation. .............................2-2

To Verify Basic Functioning

2-2

Power Light Not On

2-2

Test Light Never Turns On or Stays On

2-3

LAN or Internet Port Lights Not On

2-3

Troubleshooting Logging In to the Router

2-3

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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 Status Lights Front of the RouterBack of the Router What You Need Before You BeginSmart Wizard Setup Two Setup Methods 1 Smart Wizard Setup 2 Manual SetupConnecting Your Router Manual SetupRouter Setup Manual Router Setup Manual Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity Product Registration, Support, and Documentation Implement Appropriate Wireless SecurityBe sure to always start your network in this sequence Chapter TroubleshootingMake sure the network settings of the computer are correct Quick TipsTo Verify Basic Functioning Power Light Not OnTroubleshooting 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 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing Restoring the Default Configuration and PasswordTesting the Path from a PC to Your Router Advanced Troubleshooting Using the Ping UtilityPing -n 10 IP address Testing the Path from a PC to the InternetDNS, and UPnP Appendix a Technical SpecificationsRouter Setup Manual Appendix B Related Documents Router Setup Manual