NETGEAR 208-10541-01 manual Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping Utility

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RangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router Setup Manual

How Do I Restore the Default Password and Configuration Settings?

This section explains how to restore the factory default configuration settings, changing the router’s administration password to password and the IP address to 192.168.1.1.

This procedure will erase all the current configuration settings and restore the factory defaults.

To restore the factory default configuration settings, use the reset button on the rear panel of the router:

1.Use a sharp object like a pen or a paper clip to press and hold the default reset button for about 20 seconds (see “Router Back Panel” on page 4), until the Test light on the front turns on.

2.Release the reset button, and wait for the router to restart.

Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping Utility

Most computers and routers have a diagnostic utility called ping that sends an request to a target device. The device then replies. The ping utility makes it easy to troubleshoot a network..

This section includes advanced troubleshooting techniques.

Testing the Path from a PC to Your Router

You can ping the wireless router to verify that the LAN path from your computer to your router is set up correctly.

1.From the Windows toolbar, click Start and select Run.

2.In the field provided, type Ping followed by the address of the router, as in this example:

ping www.routerlogin.net or

ping 192.168.1.1

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Contents NETGEAR, Inc RangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router Setup ManualTrademarks Contents Unpacking Your New Router Getting to Know Your Wireless RouterRangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router WPN824N Setup Manual Function Activity Description Router Front PanelRouter Back Panel Bottom Label Top PanelUpdating Your Router Firmware What You Need Before You BeginSmart Wizard Setup Two Setup Methods Smart Wizard Setup or Manual SetupConnecting Your Wireless Router Manual SetupRangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router WPN824N Setup Manual RangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router WPN824N Setup Manual Http//192.168.1.1 RangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router WPN824N Setup Manual Product Registration, Support, and Documentation To update your router firmware To manually check for new router firmware Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity Implementing Appropriate Wireless Security Common Things That Can Go Wrong Basic TroubleshootingBasic Functions Are Not Working Am Unable to Log In to the Wireless Router Internet Service Connection Is Not Working Obtaining an Internet IP Address Troubleshooting Internet Browsing Testing the Path from a PC to Your Router Troubleshooting Connectivity Using the Ping UtilityClick OK You should see a message like this one Testing the Path from a PC to the Internet Local Network Factory Default SettingsSmart Wizard Router Login Default Access Internet ConnectionNetwork Protocol and Standards Compatibility WirelessPower Adapter Physical SpecificationsEnvironmental Specifications Interface SpecificationsElectromagnetic Emissions Document Link Related DocumentsRangeMax Wireless-N 150 Router Setup Manual Registration and Certifications
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