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Netgear WGT634U Reference Manual (180 pages)
108 Mbps Wireless Media Router
Brand:
Netgear
| Category:
Wireless Router
| Size: 3.83 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Chapter 1 About this Manual
12
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
12
How to Use this Manual
13
How to Print this Manual
14
Chapter 2 Introduction
15
Introduction to the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
15
Key Features of the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
16
USB Storage Device for File Sharing
17
DMZ Support
17
802.11G Wireless Networking
17
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
18
Security
18
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
18
Extensive Protocol Support
19
Easy Installation and Management
19
Maintenance and Support
20
Package Contents
21
The Router's Front Panel
22
The Router's Rear Panel
23
A Road Map for 'How to Get There from here
23
Chapter 3 Connecting the Router to the Internet
27
What You will Need before You Begin
27
Cabling and Computer Hardware Requirements
27
Computer Network Configuration Requirements
27
Internet Configuration Requirements
28
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters
28
Record Your Internet Connection Information
29
First, Connect the WGT634U to the Internet
30
Now, Set up Basic Wireless Connectivity
35
Basic Setup Troubleshooting Tips
36
Understanding the Setup Wizard Options
36
Pppoe Smart Wizard-Detected Option
37
Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option
38
Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option
39
Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option
40
How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection
41
Chapter 4 Wireless Configuration
44
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
44
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
45
Understanding Wireless Settings
46
Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption
47
Authentication Scheme Selection
47
Encryption Strength Choices
48
Default Factory Settings
49
Before You Change the SSID and Encryption Settings
50
How to Set up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity
51
Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
52
How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address
53
How to Configure WEP Encryption
55
Chapter 5 Connecting a USB Drive to the Router
56
File Sharing Scenarios
56
Sharing Photos with Friends and Family
57
Storing Files in a Central Location for Playing or Printing
58
Sharing Large Files with Colleagues
59
Understanding the USB Configuration Settings
59
Connecting a USB Drive to the WGT634U
61
USB Drive Requirements
62
Using the USB Drive Setup Wizard to Allow Remote Access from the Internet
62
Using the USB Drive Menu to Grant FTP Access Rights
64
Granting Users Access to the USB Drive
64
Unmounting a USB Drive
65
Understanding the USB Drive Access Methods
65
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Local Web Browser
66
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer
66
Locating the Internet Port IP Address
66
Accessing the Router's USB Drive Remotely Using FTP
67
Connecting to the USB Drive from Your Home/Office Network
67
Enabling File and Printer Sharing
68
Configuring Windows 98SE and Windows ME
68
Accessing the USB Drive from the Windows Start Menu
68
Accessing the USB Drive from Windows Explorer
68
Accessing the USB Drive from My Network Places
69
Chapter 6 Content Filtering
70
Blocking Access to Internet Sites
70
Blocking Access to Internet Services
71
Scheduling When Blocking will be Enforced
73
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
74
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
76
Chapter 7 Maintenance
78
Viewing Wireless Router Status Information
78
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
82
Upgrading the Router Software
82
Warning: Do Not Interrupt the Firmware Upgrade Process
83
Firmware Upgrade Requirements
83
Checking for a Firmware Upgrade Upon Login
83
Performing a Firmware Upgrade from the Router Upgrade Menu
84
Configuration File Management
85
Backing up and Restoring the Configuration
86
Erasing the Configuration
86
Changing the Administrator Password
86
Chapter 8 Advanced Configuration
88
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers
88
Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service
89
Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry
89
Local Web and FTP Server Example
90
Multiple Computers for Counter-Strike, Unreal Tournament, or Quake III Example
90
Configuring WAN Setup Options
91
Using a Dynamic DNS Service
93
Using LAN IP Setup Options
94
Using the Router as a DHCP Server
96
Using Address Reservation
96
How to Configure Static Routes
97
Enabling Remote Management Access
99
Using Universal Plug and Play (Upnp)
100
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
102
Basic Functioning
102
Power LED Not on
103
Leds Never Turn off
103
Local or Internet Port Leds Not on
103
Troubleshooting Connection to the Web Configuration Interface
104
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection
105
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
106
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router
106
Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device
107
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password
108
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
108
Problems with Date and Time
109
Problems with Saving Configuration Changes
109
Troubleshooting the USB Drive
109
USB Hub Attached to the WGT634U Is Not Visible
109
File Copy of Large Files to the USB Disk FAT32 File System Fails
109
Cannot Connect to the USB Drive Using Microsoft Networking
109
Cannot Attach USB Drive to USB Port
110
Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade
110
Appendix A
111
Technical Specifications
111
Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
113
Related Publications
113
Basic Router Concepts
113
What Is a Router
113
Routing Information Protocol
114
IP Addresses and the Internet
114
Netmask
116
Subnet Addressing
116
Private IP Addresses
119
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
119
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
120
Related Documents
121
Domain Name Server
121
IP Configuration by DHCP
122
Internet Security and Firewalls
122
What Is a Firewall
122
Stateful Packet Inspection
123
Denial of Service Attack
123
Ethernet Cabling
123
Category 5 Cable Quality
124
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
124
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
126
Appendix C Preparing Your Network
127
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
127
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
128
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
128
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings
130
Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method
132
Verifying TCP/IP Properties
132
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
133
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
133
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
134
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
134
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
136
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
139
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
141
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
142
Macos 8.6 or 9.X
142
Macos X
142
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
143
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
144
Are Login Protocols Used
144
What Is Your Configuration Information
144
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
145
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
146
Restarting the Network
147
Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
148
Wireless Networking Overview
148
Infrastructure Mode
148
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
149
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID
149
Authentication and WEP Data Encryption
149
802.11 Authentication
150
Open System Authentication
150
Shared Key Authentication
151
Overview of WEP Parameters
152
Key Size
153
WEP Configuration Options
154
Wireless Channels
154
WPA Wireless Security
155
How Does WPA Compare to WEP
156
How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11I
157
What Are the Key Features of WPA Security
157
WPA Authentication: Enterprise-Level User Authentication Via 802.1X/Eap and RADIUS
159
WPA Data Encryption Key Management
161
Is WPA Perfect
163
Product Support for WPA
163
Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients Is Discouraged
163
Changes to Wireless Access Points
164
Changes to Wireless Network Adapters
164
Changes to Wireless Client Programs
165
Glossary
166
List of Glossary Terms
166
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Netgear WGT634U Reference Manual (160 pages)
108 Mbps Wireless Media Router
Brand:
Netgear
| Category:
Wireless Router
| Size: 3.76 MB
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
5
Chapter 1 About this Manual
11
Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
11
How to Use this Manual
13
How to Print this Manual
14
Chapter 2 Introduction
15
Introduction to the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
15
Key Features of the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
16
USB Storage Device for File Sharing
17
DMZ Support
17
802.11G Wireless Networking
17
A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
18
Security
18
Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
18
Extensive Protocol Support
19
Easy Installation and Management
19
Maintenance and Support
20
Package Contents
21
The Router's Front Panel
22
The Router's Rear Panel
23
Chapter 3 Connecting the Router to the Internet
25
What You will Need before You Begin
25
Cabling and Computer Hardware Requirements
25
Computer Network Configuration Requirements
25
Internet Configuration Requirements
26
Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters
26
Record Your Internet Connection Information
27
First, Connect the WGT634U to the Internet
28
Now, Set up Basic Wireless Connectivity
33
Basic Setup Troubleshooting Tips
33
Understanding the Setup Wizard Options
34
Pppoe Smart Wizard-Detected Option
35
Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option
36
Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option
37
Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option
38
How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection
39
Chapter 4 Wireless Configuration
43
Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
43
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
44
Understanding Wireless Settings
45
Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption
46
Authentication Scheme Selection
46
Encryption Strength Choices
47
Default Factory Settings
48
Before You Change the SSID and WEP Settings
49
How to Set up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity
50
Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
51
How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address
52
How to Configure WEP
54
Chapter 5 Connecting a USB Drive to the Router
55
Connecting a USB Drive to the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
55
USB Drive Hardware Requirements
56
Understanding USB Configuration Settings
56
Granting a User Access to the USB Drive
57
Unmounting a USB Drive
57
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Local Computer
58
Connecting to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer
58
Locating the Internet Port IP Address
58
Connecting to the Router's USB Drive Remotely
58
Chapter 6 Content Filtering
61
Blocking Access to Internet Sites
61
Blocking Access to Internet Services
62
Scheduling When Blocking will be Enforced
64
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
65
Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
67
Chapter 7 Maintenance
69
Viewing Wireless Router Status Information
69
Viewing a List of Attached Devices
73
Upgrading the Router Software
73
Configuration File Management
74
Restoring and Backing up the Configuration
75
Erasing the Configuration
76
Changing the Administrator Password
76
Chapter 8 Advanced Configuration
77
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers
77
Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service
78
Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry
78
Local Web and FTP Server Example
79
Multiple Computers for Half Life, KALI or Quake III Example
79
Configuring WAN Setup Options
80
Using a Dynamic DNS Service
82
Using LAN IP Setup Options
83
Using the Router as a DHCP Server
85
Using Address Reservation
85
How to Configure Static Routes
86
Enabling Remote Management Access
88
Using Universal Plug and Play (Upnp)
89
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
91
Basic Functioning
91
Power LED Not on
92
Leds Never Turn off
92
Local or Internet Port Leds Not on
92
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
93
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection
94
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
95
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router
95
Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device
96
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password
97
Problems with Date and Time
97
Appendix A
99
Technical Specifications
99
Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
101
Related Publications
101
Basic Router Concepts
101
What Is a Router
101
Routing Information Protocol
102
IP Addresses and the Internet
102
Netmask
104
Subnet Addressing
104
Private IP Addresses
107
Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
107
MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
108
Related Documents
109
Domain Name Server
109
IP Configuration by DHCP
110
Internet Security and Firewalls
110
What Is a Firewall
110
Stateful Packet Inspection
111
Denial of Service Attack
111
Ethernet Cabling
111
Category 5 Cable Quality
112
Inside Twisted Pair Cables
112
Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
114
Appendix C Preparing Your Network
115
Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
115
Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
116
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
116
Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings
118
Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method
120
Verifying TCP/IP Properties
120
Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
121
Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
121
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
122
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
122
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
124
DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
127
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
129
Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
130
Macos 8.6 or 9.X
130
Macos X
130
Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
131
Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
132
Are Login Protocols Used
132
What Is Your Configuration Information
132
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
133
Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
134
Restarting the Network
135
Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
137
Wireless Networking Overview
137
Infrastructure Mode
137
Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup
138
Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID
138
Authentication and WEP
138
802.11 Authentication
139
Open System Authentication
139
Shared Key Authentication
140
Overview of WEP Parameters
141
Key Size
142
WEP Configuration Options
142
Wireless Channels
143
Glossary
145
List of Glossary Terms
145
NETGEAR WGT634U Quick Start Manual (5 pages)
Netgear Wireless Router Quick Start Guide
Brand:
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| Category:
Network Router
| Size: 0.55 MB
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Netgear WGT634U Installation Manual (3 pages)
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NETGEAR WGT634U Specification Sheet (2 pages)
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