NETGEAR HR314 manual Introduction, Installation Overview

Introduction

802.11a Wireless Router

Thank you for purchasing a NETGEAR HR314 54 Mbps 802.11a Wireless Router. The HR314 gives you the ultimate in office mobility with the freedom to roam throughout the workplace while connected to the Internet at speeds up to 54 Mbps.

This installation guide shows you how to connect the router and configure it and your computers for Internet access. Setup is easy—follow the instructions in this guide and your sys- tem will be up and running quickly.

If you have problems, there is a troubleshooting section on page 13 to help you—or you can get more detailed troubleshooting information from the Reference Manual on the CD, online from www.NETGEAR.com or by phone.

Installation Overview

Estimated time: 15 to 30 minutes

1.Gather the configuration information you have for your working DSL or cable modem connection to the Internet.

2.Install the router between the DSL or cable modem and one computer.

3.Configure that computer to work with the router and restart the computer and modem.

4.Configure the router and go online to test the connection.

5.Connect other computers, configure them and restart each. (optional)

On the HR314 Resource CD, you’ll find the HR314 Installation Assistant, which supplements the instructions in this installation guide by animating the step-by-step procedures given here. For more detailed information about installation, troubleshooting and configuration procedures, see the Reference Manual on the CD.

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