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NETGEAR HR314 Installation Manual

54 mbps cable/dsl 802.11a wireless router with 4-port 10/100 mbps switch
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54 Mbps Cable/DSL 802.11a Wireless Router
MODEL HR314
with 4-port 10/100 Mbps switch

Installation Guide

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  • Page 1: Installation Guide

    54 Mbps Cable/DSL 802.11a Wireless Router MODEL HR314 with 4-port 10/100 Mbps switch Installation Guide...

  • Page 2: Installation Overview

    Introduction 802.11a Wireless Router Thank you for purchasing a NETGEAR HR314 54 Mbps 802.11a Wireless Router. The HR314 gives you the ultimate in office mobility with the freedom to roam throughout the workplace while connected to the Internet at speeds up to 54 Mbps.

  • Page 3: What's In The Box

    HR314 54 Mbps 802.11a Wireless Router • AC power adapter • Ethernet patch cable • HR314 Resource CD, including a full Reference Manual and Installation Assistant • HR314 Installation Guide (this document) • Warranty and registration card • Support information card If you don’t have everything listed above, see the support information card for contact...
  • Page 4 Gather Configuration Information for Your Working Connection to the Internet Before installing the HR314 router, you should have an external DSL or cable Note: If you have a cable modem, modem with an Ethernet port set up and you will have a cable connection between the modem and your working with one computer.

  • Page 5: Connection Information

    Connection information Later in the setup process you’ll need to configure the router to work with your network. A Setup Wizard is available to help you through this procedure. You can configure the router yourself using information that you can get from your computer or your ISP about your current Internet connection.

  • Page 6: Host And Domain Names

    Host and Domain Names Some ISPs use a specific host or domain name—like jsmith or earthlink.net. If you haven’t been given specific information about host or domain names then use the following examples as a guide: • If your main e-mail account with your ISP is aaa@yyy.com, then use aaa as your host name.

  • Page 7: Install The Router

    Install the Router After unpacking the box and locating the configu- ration information, you’re ready to install the router. 1. Determine a suitable location for your router. The operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical placement of the wire- less router.
  • Page 8 Check the setup • The Test light turns on for a few seconds and then goes off. Note: If the Test light remains on for more than one minute, go to Troubleshooting on page 13. • The Power and Internet Link lights should be lit. •...

  • Page 9: Windows Operating System

    Configure the Computer to Work with the Router and Restart the Network Next, make sure that the computer can interact with the router. To do this, configure the TCP/IP settings on the computer and then restart the network. How you do this depends on your computer.

  • Page 10: Macintosh Operating System

    Macintosh Operating System Mac OS ® 8.6 or 9.x 1. Choose Control Panels >TCP/IP from the Apple menu. 2. If not already selected, select Ethernet in the Connect via list. 3. Select Using DHCP Server in the Configure list. 4. Click the close box. 5.

  • Page 11: Test The Connection

    Test the Connection 1. Click the Test button on the Basic Settings page. This should open a new browser window and take you to NETGEAR’s Web site (www.NETGEAR.com). Note: If NETGEAR’s Web site doesn’t appear, go to Troubleshooting on page 13.
  • Page 12 Note: If you have more than 4 wired computers or devices to connect to the router, you must connect them to a hub or switch (such as the NETGEAR 8-port Fast Ethernet Switch) and then connect the hub or switch to the router. Connect any port of the other switch to any LOCAL port of your router.

  • Page 13: Optional Configurations

    Optional Configurations Internet Services (Optional) To have a Web server, e-mail server, or other server on your network accessible from the Internet, to use Internet communication features (such as NetMeeting), or to play Internet enabled games, you’ll have to allow access to your computers from the Internet. You do this by configuring the Ports page in the configuration menus.

  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    Make sure the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. If it’s in a power strip, make sure the power strip is turned on. • Make sure you are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your router. Test light doesn’t turn off After you plug in the power adapter, the Test light should turn on and then, after approximately 10 seconds, turn off.
  • Page 15 192.168.0.254. Your router might not be able to obtain an IP address from the ISP. 1. Start your browser, type the address for an external site (like www.NETGEAR.com), and press Enter (Windows) or Return (Macintosh). 2. Go to the router’s Settings pages by going to http://192.168.0.1.
  • Page 16 Resetting TCP/IP Properties (Windows) If you’re on a Windows computer and are still having problems, you may try the following pro- cedure before contacting technical support. Windows 98/Me 1. Click the Start button and then click Run. 2. Type winipcfg, and then click OK. 3.

  • Page 17: Glossary Of Terms

    Glossary of Terms You’ll find a more extensive glossary in the Reference Manual on the HR314 Resource CD. A twisted pair cable that meets specified requirements for high-speed net- Category 5 (CAT5): working. A server that matches Internet names (such as Domain Name System (DNS) server: www.netgear.com) to numeric IP addresses.

  • Page 18: Router Specifications

    Router System Requirements To use the router in your network you must have: • Cable or DSL modem with Ethernet interface • Working Internet service • An ethernet network card (NIC) for each wired connection • An 802.11a Compliant Interface Card for each wireless connection •...
  • Page 19 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

  • Page 20: Technical Support

    NETGEAR, Inc. © 2002 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. NETGEAR is a trademark or registered trademark of NETGEAR, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

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