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FVX538 ProSafe™ VPN Firewall 200
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Follow these instructions to set up your firewall. You can also consult the online FVX538 ProSafe VPN Firewall 200 Reference Manual or the NETGEAR Knowledgebase at http://kbserver.netgear.com. A link to the online Reference Manual is on the Resource CD.
Prepare to Install Your FVX538 VPN Firewall
This guide provides instructions for setting up a simple dual WAN port rollover configuration. Refer to the Reference Manual for other WAN port configuration options.
First, Connect the FVX538
1.CONNECT THE CABLES BETWEEN THE FVX538, THE MODEMS, AND A COMPUTER
a. Turn off and unplug the broadband modems.
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b.Insert an Ethernet cable from a modem into the WAN1 port (1) of the FVX538.
c.Insert an Ethernet cable from the other modem into the WAN2 port (2) of the FVX538.
d.Insert the Ethernet cable that came with your firewall into a LAN port on the router (3) and insert the other end into the Ethernet port of your computer.
Your network cables are connected and you are ready to restart your network.
2.RESTART YOUR NETWORK IN THE CORRECT SEQUENCE
Warning: Failure to restart your network in the correct sequence could prevent you from connecting to the Internet.
a.First, power on the broadband modems. Wait approximately 2 minutes until they power up.
b.Now, power on the FVX538.
c.Last, turn on your computer.
d.Before configuring your FVX538, check the status lights to verify the following:
•Power. The power light (5) should turn solid green. If it does not turn solid green, see the Troubleshooting section of the full manual.
•Test. When you first turn on the router, the amber test light (4) will be lit for approximately 2 minutes. If it is still on after several minutes, see the Troubleshooting Tips below.
•WAN. The Link/Act lights on each WAN port (1) and (2) should be lit. If not, make sure the Ethernet cable is securely attached to the modem and the WAN port, and that the modem is powered on.
•LAN. A LAN light (3) should be lit. Green indicates your computer is communicating at 100 Mbps; amber indicates communication at 10 Mbps. If a LAN light is not lit, ensure that the Ethernet cable from the computer to the router is securely attached at both ends, and that the computer is turned on.
Next, Configure the FVX538 for Internet Access
Before you begin, be sure you have the configuration parameters from your ISP handy.
1.LOG IN TO THE ROUTER
a. Use a browser to connect to http://192.168.1.1
http://192.168.1.1
Note: To connect to the firewall, your computer needs to be configured to obtain an IP address automatically via DHCP. If you need instructions on how to do this, please refer to the online reference manual. A link to the manual is on your Resource CD.
b.For security reasons, the firewall has its own user name and password.
When prompted, enter admin for the firewall User Name and password for the firewall Password.
c.Click Login. You are now connected to the firewall. The WAN1 ISP Settings screen will display.
The Web Support tab on the main menu contains links to the online NETGEAR FVX538 product documentation and support Knowledgebase. Be aware that the default login
2.CONNECT TO THE INTERNET
a.Click Auto Detect at the bottom of the WAN1 ISP Settings screen. The router will automatically attempt to detect your connection type. If you know your ISP connection type, you can manually configure the router settings on the WAN1 ISP screen. If connecting manually, click Apply to save your settings.
b.When finished, click Test to verify that the Internet connection is active.
c.Select the WAN2 ISP tab and complete the same steps you just completed in steps a and b.
