NETGEAR WGT624v4 What You Need Before You Begin

Router Setup Manual

Connecting the Router to the Internet 1-3

v1.0, April 2007

The Back of the Router

The back of the router has the following port connections:

1. Power adapter port

2. Four local Ethernet ports for connecting the local computers

3. Internet port for connecting to a cable or ADSL modem

4. Factory default reset button

5. Wireless antenna

What You Need Before You Begin

Prepare the following before you set up your router:

• Internet service.

• The configuration information your Internet Service Provider (ISP) gave you. Depending on

how your Internet account was set up, your may need one or more of these settings for the

router to access the Internet:

– Host and Domain Names

– Internet Login Name and Password (frequently an email address and password)

– Domain Name Server (DNS) Addresses

Figure 1-2

Contents

Main Page Contents Router Setup Manual Page Chapter 1 Connecting the Router to the Internet Whats in the Box? The Router Bottom Label Router Setup Manual 1-2 Connecting the Router to the Internet v1.0, April 2007 The Front of the Router You can use the status lights on the front of the router to verify various conditions. Figure 1-1 Table1-1. Status Lights Status Light The Back of the Router What You Need Before You Begin Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart Wizard Setup 2) Manual Setup Smart Wizard Setup Manual Setup Connecting Your Router Page Page Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity Implement Appropriate Wireless Security Product Registration, Support, and Documentation Chapter 2 Troubleshooting Quick Tips Be sure to always start your network in this sequence: Make sure the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in. Make sure the network settings of the computer are correct. To Verify Basic Functioning Power Light Not On Test Light Never Turns On or Stays On LAN or Internet Port Lights Not On Troubleshooting Logging In to the Router Troubleshooting the Internet Service Connection Internet Connection Obtaining an Internet IP Address Troubleshooting PPPoE Troubleshooting Internet Browsing Restoring the Default Configuration and Password Advanced Troubleshooting Using the Ping Utility Testing the Path from a PC to Your Router Testing the Path from a PC to the Internet Appendix A Technical Specifications This appendix provides technical specifications for the router. Page Appendix B Related Documents