NETGEAR DG834G manual Contents

Contents

Reference Manual for the ADSL Modem Wireless Router DG834G

Chapter 1

About This Manual

Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats	1-1
How to Print this Manual	1-2
Chapter 2
Introduction
About the Modem Router	2-1
Key Features	2-2
A Powerful, True Firewall	2-2
802.11 Standards-based Wireless Networking	2-3
Easy Installation and Management	2-3
Protocol Support	2-4
Virtual Private Networking (VPN)	2-5
Auto Sensing and Auto Uplink™ LAN Ethernet Connections	2-5
Content Filtering	2-6
Trend Micro Home Network Security	2-6
What’s in the Box?	2-7
The Router’s Front Panel	2-8
The Router’s Rear Panel	2-9
Connecting the Router to the Internet	2-10
Chapter 3
Wireless Configuration
Considerations for a Wireless Network	3-1
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines	3-1
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security	3-2
Understanding Wireless Settings	3-3
How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity	3-6

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v1.0, October 2006