NETGEAR WNDR3700V4 user manual Wireless repeating scenario

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Wireless repeating is a type of Wireless Distribution System (WDS). A WDS allows a wireless network to be expanded through multiple access points instead of using a wired backbone to link them. The following figure shows a wireless repeating scenario.

	Base station	Repeater
		access point
	access point

Figure 7. Wireless repeating scenario

Note: If you use the wireless repeating function, you need to select either WEP or None as a security option in the Wireless Settings screen. The WEP option displays only if you select the wireless mode Up to 54 Mbps in the Wireless Settings screen.

Wireless base station. The router acts as the parent access point, bridging traffic to and from the child repeater access point. The base station also handles wireless and wired local computers. To configure this mode, you have to know the MAC addresses of the child repeater access point.

Wireless repeater. The router sends all traffic from its local wireless or wired computers to a remote access point. To configure this mode, you have to know the MAC address of the remote parent access point.

The router is always in dual-band concurrent mode, unless you turn off one radio. If you enable the wireless repeater in either radio band, the wireless base station or wireless repeater cannot be enabled in the other radio band. However, if you enable the wireless base station in either radio band and use the other radio band as a wireless router or wireless base

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Contents N600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 October 2013 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CASupport Contents Netgear genie Advanced Home Advanced Settings Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Getting to know your routerUnpack Your Router Hardware FeaturesFront Panel Icon Description Back Panel LabelAttach the Stand Position Your RouterCable Your Router Verify the Cabling N600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 Connecting the router Getting Started with Netgear GenieRouter Setup Preparation Types of Logins and AccessWireless Devices and Security Settings Use Standard TCP/IP Properties for DhcpUse Netgear genie after Installation Upgrade the FirmwareDashboard Basic Home Screen Basic Home screen with dashboard, language, and online helpJoin Your Wireless Network Wi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method To use WPS to join the wireless network Manual MethodNetgear genie App and Mobile genie App Netgear genie Basic Settings Your Internet connection and network 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 Attached Devices  To go to the Attached Devices screen To set up Live Parental Controls Parental ControlsN600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 ReadySHARE Storage Click the Take me to the status screen buttonBasic Wireless Settings  To view or change 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  To set up a guest network Select Basic Guest Network Guest NetworksGuest Network Wireless Security Options WPA EncryptionSpecify custom settings Netgear genie Advanced Home 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 Default DMZ Server  To set up a default DMZ serverChange the MTU Size Common MTU sizes 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 Quality of Service QoS Setup Enable WMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications To configure QoS  To reserve an IP addressQoS 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  To edit or delete a QoS policy Select Advanced QoS Setup QoS for a MAC AddressEdit or Delete an Existing QoS Policy Click Add Priority RuleAccessing and configuring a USB storage StorageReadySHARE Access  To access the USB device from WindowsFile-Sharing Scenarios Share PhotosShare 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 Add or Edit a Network Folder Select Basic ReadySHARE, and click EditStorage Advanced Settings  To go to USB Storage Advanced SettingsMedia Server Safely Remove a USB DriveAvailable Network Folders Specify Approved USB Devices Select the Allow only approved devices check boxAccess the Router USB Drive Remotely Using FTP  To connect to the router’s USB drive using a web browserConnect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer Ftp//10.1.65.4Keep unwanted content out of your network SecurityKeyword Blocking of Http Traffic Select Advanced Security Block Sites To delete a keyword or domain  To specify a trusted computerBlock Services Port Filtering  To block services Select Advanced Security Block ServicesN600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 Schedule Blocking  To schedule blockingSecurity Event Email Notifications Administration Manage your network To check for new firmware and update your router View Router Status Router InformationHardware Version. The router model LAN PortInternet Port Show Statistics ButtonConnection Status Button View connection status informationWireless Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz View Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access Manage the Configuration File Back Up SettingsRestore Configuration Settings EraseSet Password Password RecoveryAdvanced Settings Customize your networkAdvanced Wireless Settings Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address  To restrict access based on MAC addressesWireless AP Select the Turn Access Control On check boxWireless Repeating Function WDS Select the Enable Access Point Mode check boxWireless repeating scenario  To view or change the Wireless Repeating Function settings Following settings are availableSet Up the Base Station  To set up the base stationSet Up a Repeater Unit  To configure the router as a repeater unitRemote Computer Access Basics Port Forwarding and Port TriggeringPort Triggering to Open Incoming Ports Destination port numberPort Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers  To set up port forwardingEdit or Delete a Port Forwarding Entry Add a Custom Service To edit or delete a port forwarding entry Set Up Port Triggering Click Edit Service or Delete ServiceApplication Example Making a Local Web Server Public  To make a local web server publicN600 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR3700v4 Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box  To set up Dynamic DNSDynamic DNS Static Routes  To set up a static route Remote Management Universal Plug and Play USB Settings To turn on Universal Plug and Play  To set up an IPv6 Internet connection type IPv6Auto Detect Fields IPv6 LAN SetupIPv6 Filtering Auto Config 6to4 Tunnel Pass ThroughIPb6 Fixed LAN Setup IPv6 Fixed WAN SetupFixed Dhcp PPPoE Traffic Meter Troubleshooting Quick Tips Troubleshoot with the LEDs Power LED Is Off or BlinkingLEDs Never Turn Off Cannot Log In to the Router Wireless 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz LEDs Are OffInternet LED Is Off Cannot Access the Internet Changes Not Saved Wireless ConnectivityIncorrect Date or Time Wireless Signal Strength Supplemental Information Factory Settings Factory default settingsTechnical Specifications WPA2-PSK AES111 Netgear Dual Band Wireless Notification of ComplianceFCC Caution Avertissement Important Note Radiation Exposure Statement

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