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August 2004

Contents

Chapter 1

About This Guide

Audience, Conventions, and Formats ............................................................................1-1

Tips for Printing This Manual ..........................................................................................1-2

Chapter 2

Getting to Know Your NETGEAR Wireless Router

Package Contents ..........................................................................................................2-1

The Front Panel .......................................................................................................2-2

The Rear Panel ........................................................................................................2-3

Chapter 3

Connecting the Router to the Internet

Prepare to Install Your Wireless Router ..........................................................................3-1

First, Connect the Wireless Router to the Internet .........................................................3-1

Now, Set Up a Computer for Wireless Connectivity .......................................................3-6

Troubleshooting Tips ......................................................................................................3-7

Overview of How to Access the Wireless Router ...........................................................3-8

How to Log On to the Wireless Router After

Configuration Settings Have Been Applied ..............................................................3-9

How to Bypass the Configuration Assistant ...........................................................3-10

How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection ..................................................3-10

Using the Smart Setup Wizard .....................................................................................3-12

NETGEAR Product Registration, Support, and Documentation ...................................3-13

Chapter 4

Optimizing Wireless Connectivity and Security

Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines ............................................4-1

Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ......................................................................4-2

Understanding Wireless Settings ...................................................................................4-3

Information to Gather Before Changing Basic Wireless Settings .............................4-6

Default Factory Settings ...........................................................................................4-7

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