Netgear WN804 User's Guide

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Getting Started10WN804 Access Point 2. Use an Ethernet cable to connect the computer to the access point.3. Launch a browser and enter http://192.168.

Getting Started11 WN804 Access Point• Away from electrical devices that are potential sources of interference. Equipment that might cause interference

1222. Basic ConfigurationThis chapter covers the following topics:• Home Screen • Specify IP Settings • Specify Wireless Settings • WPS Wizard for W

Basic Configuration13 WN804 Access PointHome ScreenThe Home screen shows information about the access point and its network settings. Figure 5. Home s

Basic Configuration14WN804 Access Point • Wireless Settings (2.4 GHz). These are the same settings that are specified in the Wireless Settings screen.

Basic Configuration15 WN804 Access PointNETGEAR recommends that you do not change your preset security settings. If you change your preset security se

Basic Configuration16WN804 Access Point Wireless Settings Screen FieldsYou can use this screen to view or change the wireless network settings and the

Basic Configuration17 WN804 Access PointWPA encryption is built into all hardware that has the Wi-Fi-certified seal. This seal means that the product

Basic Configuration18WN804 Access Point 2. Under Security Options, select WEP.The screen adjusts.3. Select the authentication type from the drop-down

Basic Configuration19 WN804 Access Point1. Select WPS Wizard.2. Click Next. The following screen lets you select the method for adding the WPS client

2WN804 Access Point SupportThank you for selecting NETGEAR products. After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your produ

Basic Configuration20WN804 Access Point  To set up a guest network:1. Select Guest Network.2. Select any of the following wireless settings:• Enable

Basic Configuration21 WN804 Access PointView Attached DevicesYou can view all computers or devices that are currently connected to your network. To g

2233. System SettingsThis chapter covers the following topics:• View Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access • Manage the Configuration File • Ch

System Settings23 WN804 Access PointView Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web AccessThe log is a detailed record of the websites you have accessed or a

System Settings24WN804 Access Point Manage the Configuration FileThe configuration settings of the access point are stored within the access point in

System Settings25 WN804 Access PointErase the Current Configuration SettingsYou can use the Erase button to erase the configuration and restore the fa

System Settings26WN804 Access Point Password RecoveryNETGEAR recommends that you enable password recovery if you change the password for the access po

System Settings27 WN804 Access PointWireless AP UpdateThe access point firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memory. You might see a message

System Settings28WN804 Access Point 2. In the Wireless AP pane, click the Reboot button:The access point reboots.

2944. Advanced ConfigurationThis chapter covers the following topics:• Advanced Wireless Settings • Wireless Distribution System (WDS)

3ContentsChapter 1 Getting StartedPackage Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Hardware

Advanced Configuration30WN804 Access Point Advanced Wireless SettingsYou can use this screen to turn the wireless radio on and off, to specify WPS set

Advanced Configuration31 WN804 Access PointSet Up a Wireless ScheduleYou can use this feature to turn off the wireless signal from your access point a

Advanced Configuration32WN804 Access Point Disabling the coexistence feature allows your 2.4 GHz wireless mode to support the maximum speed.  To chan

Advanced Configuration33 WN804 Access PointYour settings are saved.Set Up a Wireless Access List by MAC AddressYou can set up a list of computers and

Advanced Configuration34WN804 Access Point  To edit a wireless device or delete it from the access list:1. Select Advanced Setup > Wireless Settin

Advanced Configuration35 WN804 Access PointNote: To use the wireless repeating function, you need to select None as the security option in the Wireles

Advanced Configuration36WN804 Access Point 4. Select the Wireless Base Station radio button.5. (Optional) Select the Disable Wireless Client Associati

Advanced Configuration37 WN804 Access Point2. Select Advanced Setup > Wireless Repeating Function.3. Select the Enable Wireless Repeating Function

3855. TroubleshootingThis chapter covers the following topics: • Troubleshoot with the LEDs • Login Prompt Does Not Display • No WiFi Access to the

Troubleshooting39 WN804 Access PointTroubleshoot with the LEDsThis section provides some tips for correcting simple problems that you might encounter.

4WN804 Access PointSet Up a Wireless Access List by MAC Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33Wireless Distribution System (WDS) . . . . . . .

Troubleshooting40WN804 Access Point No WiFi Access to the Internet or LANThere is a configuration problem.• You might not have restarted the wireless

41AA. Supplemental InformationThis appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Default Settings • Technical Specifications

Supplemental Information42WN804 Access PointFactory Default SettingsYou can return the access point to its factory settings. Use the end of a paper cl

Supplemental Information43WN804 Access PointTechnical SpecificationsFeature DescriptionData and routing protocols TCP/IP, RIP-1, RIP-2, DHCP, PPPoE, P

44BB. Notification of ComplianceNETGEAR wireless routers, gateways, APsRegulatory Compliance InformationThis section includes user requirements for

Notification of Compliance45WN804 Access PointFCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & InstructionsThis equipment has been tested and found to

Notification of Compliance46WN804 Access PointInterference Reduction TableThe table below shows the recommended minimum distance between NETGEAR equip

511. Getting StartedThis chapter covers the following topics: • Package Contents • Hardware Features • Attach the Feet • Log In to the Access Point

Getting Started6WN804 Access Point Package ContentsOpen the box and remove the access point, cables, and installation guide.WN804 Access PointEthernet

Getting Started7 WN804 Access PointFront PanelThe access point front panel has the status LEDs shown in the following figure.Figure 2. Access point fr

Getting Started8WN804 Access Point the wireless device or computer. The LED stays solid blue when wireless security is enabled in the access point.Rea

Getting Started9 WN804 Access PointAttach the FeetAttach the feet to the access point as shown so that you can place it in a vertical position.Figure