NETGEAR RangeMax™
Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)
If your wireless clients support
client securely and easily to the router. Look for the symbol on your client device. WPS automatically configures the network name (SSID) and wireless security settings for the router (if the router is in its default state) and broadcasts these settings to the wireless client.
Note: NETGEAR’s Push 'N' Connect feature is based on the
When you add wireless clients, whether or not they are WPS enabled, the added devices must share the same network name (SSID) and security passphrase. For more information, see “Connecting Additional Wireless Client Devices after WPS Setup” on page
Note: If you choose to use WPS, the only security methods supported are
The WNR3500 router provides two methods for connecting to a wireless client that supports WPS, described in the following sections:
•“Push Button Configuration”
•“Security PIN Entry” on page
Push Button Configuration
There are two methods to enable a wireless client to join a network using a push button on the router: using the physical push button or using the software button in the Add WPS Client screen.
Using the Physical Push Button
1.Press the button on the WNR3500 router for over 5 seconds. For information about the WPS button light, see the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual.
The green | button light begins to blink in a regular pattern. While the light is blinking, you |
have 2 minutes to enable WPS on the client that you are trying to connect to the router. | |
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Safeguarding Your Network | |
