Change WPA Security Option and Passphrase | NETGEAR WNDR4500

N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500

Enable Wireless Isolation. If this check box is selected, then wireless clients (computers or wireless devices) that join the network can use the Internet, but cannot access each other or access Ethernet devices on the network.

Enable SSID Broadcast. This setting allows the router to broadcast its SSID so wireless stations can see this wireless name (SSID) in their scanned network lists. This check box is selected by default. To turn off the SSID broadcast, clear the Allow Broadcast of Name (SSID) check box, and click Apply.

Name (SSID). The SSID is also known as the wireless network name. Enter a 32-character (maximum) name in this field. This field is case-sensitive. The default SSID is randomly generated, and NETGEAR strongly recommends that you do not change this.

Channel. This setting is the wireless channel used by the gateway. Enter a value from 1 through 13. (For products in the North America market, only Channels 1 through 11 can be operated.) Do not change the channel unless you experience interference (shown by lost connections or slow data transfers). If this happens, experiment with different channels to see which is the best.

Mode. Up to 217 Mbps is the default and allows 802.11n and 802.11g wireless devices to join the network. g & b supports up to 54 Mbps. The 450 Mbps setting allows 802.11n devices to connect at this speed.

Security Options Settings

The Security Options section of the Wireless Settings screen lets you change the security option and passphrase. Please note that NETGEAR recommends that you not change the security option or passphrase, but if you want to change these settings, this section explains how. Do not disable security.

Change WPA Security Option and Passphrase

1.Under Security Options, select the WPA option you want.

2.In the Passphrase field that displays when you select a WPA security option, enter the network key (passphrase) that you want to use. It is a text string from 8 to 63 characters.

Genie Basic Settings

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Contents

N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 Statement of Conditions Technical SupportTrademarks Contents Genie Advanced Home Administration Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Unpack Your Router Position Your Router Hardware Features Front Panel LED Back Panel Router, rear view Label Getting Started with Netgear Genie Wireless Devices and Security Settings Router Setup PreparationTypes of Logins and Access Use Standard TCP/IP Properties for Dhcp Browse to http//routerlogin.net Netgear Genie Setup To use Netgear Genie to set up your router Use Netgear Genie after Installation Upgrade Router Firmware Router Dashboard Basic Home Screen  To use WPS to join the wireless network Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your NetworkWi-Fi Protected Setup WPS Method Manual Method Genie Basic Settings Does Your ISP Require a Login? Answer either yes or no Internet SetupInternet Setup Screen Fields Internet IP Address Attached Devices Parental Controls ReadySHARE USB Storage Basic Wireless Settings  To view or change basic wireless settings Region Selection Wireless Settings Screen FieldsWireless Network GHz b/g/n and 5.0 GHz a/n Security Options Settings Change WPA Security Option and Passphrase  To set up a guest network Guest Networks Guest Network Wireless Security Options WPA Encryption Genie Advanced Home Setup Wizard Select either Push Button or PIN Number WPS WizardSelect Advanced WPS Wizard Setup Menu WAN Setup Change the MTU Size Default DMZ Server To set up a default DMZ server  To change the MTU size Select Advanced Setup WAN Setup Common MTU Sizes LAN Setup  To change the LAN settings LAN Setup Screen Settings Use the Router as a Dhcp Server Address Reservation  To reserve an IP address Set Up QoS for Internet Access Quality of Service QoS SetupEnable WMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications QoS for Applications and Online Gaming  To create a QoS policy for applications and online games QoS for a Router LAN Port Click the Add Priority Rule button QoS for a MAC Address Click Add Priority Rule Editing or Deleting an Existing QoS Policy  To edit or delete a QoS policy USB Storage File-Sharing Scenarios ReadySHARE AccessUSB Drive Requirements Sharing Large Files over the Internet Sharing PhotosStoring Files in a Central Location for Printing  To share files with your friends and family Basic Settings  To access your USB device Add or Edit a Network Folder USB Storage Advanced Settings Available Network Folders Media Server Settings Safely Remove a USB Drive Specify Approved USB Devices Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer Access the Router’s USB Drive Remotely Using FTP To connect to the router’s USB drive using a web browser Select the Allow only approved devices check box ReadySHARE Printer  To set up ReadySHARE Printer ReadySHARE Printer N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 USB Control Center Utility Control Center Configuration USB Printer  To control a USB speaker Scan with a Multi-Function PrinterUSB Speaker Desktop Netgear Genie Security  To specify a trusted computer Keyword Blocking of Http Traffic To delete a keyword or domain Block Services Port Filtering  To block services Schedule Blocking Security Event Email Notifications  To schedule blocking  To set up email notifications Administration Upgrade the Router Firmware Router Information Internet Provider WAN SetupView Router Status LAN Port Statistics Button System up time and poll interval statistics Connection Status Button View connection status information Wireless Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz View Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access Guest Network 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Manage the Configuration File  To restore configuration settings that you backed up Back Up SettingsRestore Configuration Settings Do not interrupt the reboot process Set Password Password Recovery Advanced Settings Advanced Wireless Settings Wireless Repeating Function WDS Wireless repeating scenario Wireless Repeating Function Set Up the Base Station  To set up the base station Set Up a Repeater Unit  To configure the router as a repeater unit Remote Computer Access Basics Port Forwarding and Triggering Port Triggering to Open Incoming Ports Destination port number Port Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers  To set up port forwarding Add a Custom Service Application Example Making a Local Web Server Public Click Edit Service or Delete ServiceEditing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry  To edit or delete a port forwarding entry Set Up Port Triggering Universal Plug and Play on N900 Wireless Dual Band Gigabit Router WNDR4500 Dynamic DNS Forward traffic to a changing IP address Static Routes  To set up a static route Remote Management USB Settings Universal Plug and Play  To turn on Universal Plug and Play Traffic Meter  To set up an IPv6 Internet connection typeIPv6 103 Troubleshooting Quick Tips Wireless SettingsNetwork Settings Sequence to Restart Your Network Power/Test LED Stays Amber Troubleshooting with the LEDsPower/Test LED Is Off or Blinking Internet or Ethernet Port LEDs Are Off Wireless LEDs Are OffLEDs Never Turn Off Push N Connect WPS Button Blinks Amber Cannot Access the Internet Cannot Log In to the Router 109 Select Administration Router Status Troubleshooting PPPoETroubleshooting Internet Browsing  To troubleshoot a PPPoE connection Wireless Signal Strength Wireless ConnectivityRestore the Factory Settings and Password Changes Not Saved  To ping the router from a running Windows PC Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping UtilityTest the LAN Path to Your Router Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device Factory Settings Supplemental Information 115 Technical Specifications WNDR4500 Router specifications 117 Europe EU Declaration of Conformity Netgear Dual Band WirelessRegulatory Compliance Information 119 FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States FCC Caution Avertissement Industry CanadaImportant Note Radiation Exposure Statement GPL License Agreement Interference Reduction Table Index 124 125 126