NETGEAR WNR834M

v1.3, May 2006

Setting the MTU Size ................................................ .............................................6-13

Using the LAN IP Setup Options .............. ....................................................................6-13

Configuring LAN TCP/IP Setup Parameters ............................. .............................6-14

Using the Router as a DHCP server ............................ ..........................................6-15

Using Address Reservation ....................................................................................6-15

Using a Dynamic DNS Service .................................................................................. ...6-16

Configuring Static Routes ....................................................................................... ......6-18

Enabling Remote Management Access .......................................................................6-20

Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) ........................................................................6-22

Chapter 7

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Quick Tips ....................................................................... .....................7-1

Be sure to restart your network in this sequence ............................................... .....7-1

Make sure the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in ..................................... .....7-1

Make sure the wireless settings in the computer and router match exactly. ...........7-1

Make sure the network settings of the computer are correct. ............................ .....7-2

Check the router status lights to verify correct router operation. .............................7-2

Basic Functioning ............................ ...............................................................................7-2

Power Light Not On .................................................................................................. 7-2

Lights Never Turn Off ............................................................................................... 7-3

LAN or WAN Port Lights Not On .................................................. ............................7-3

Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface .............................................. ............7-4

Troubleshooting the ISP Connection .............................................................................. 7-5

Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility ................................................. 7-6

Testing the LAN Path to Your Router .......................................................................7-6

Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device .....................................7-7

Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ........................................................7-8

Problems with Date and Time .........................................................................................7-9

Appendix A

Technical Specifications

Factory Default Settings .............. .................................................................................. A-1

General Specifications ................................................................................................... A-3

Appendix B