NETGEAR WNR3500L user manual Chapter Configuring Your Internet Connection, Using the Setup Manual

Chapter 1

Configuring Your Internet Connection

This chapter describes how to configure your WNR3500L router Internet connection. When you install your wireless router using the Resource CD as described in the NETGEAR Router Setup Manual, these settings are configured automatically for you. This chapter provides instructions on how to log in to the wireless router for further configuration.

Note: NETGEAR recommends using the Smart Wizard™ on the Resource CD for initial configuration, as described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual.

This chapter includes the following sections:

•“Using the Setup Manual”

•“Logging In to Your Wireless Router” on page 1-2

•“Using the Setup Wizard” on page 1-5

•“Using the Setup Wizard” on page 1-5

•“Viewing or Manually Configuring Your ISP Settings” on page 1-5

Using the Setup Manual

For first-time installation of your wireless router, refer to the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. The Setup Manual explains how to launch the NETGEAR Smart Wizard on the Resource CD to step you through the procedure to connect your router, modem, and computers. The Smart Wizard will assist you in configuring your wireless settings and enabling wireless security for your network. After initial configuration using the Setup Manual, you can use the information in this User Manual to configure additional features of your wireless router.

For installation instructions in a language other than English, refer to the language options on the Resource CD.

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