Netgear Wgt634U Quick Reference Guide FullManual

2014-07-06

• Reference Manual for the 108 Mbps Wireless Media Router WGT634U
  • Europe - EU Declaration of Conformity
  • Requirements For Operation in the European Community
• Contents
• Chapter 1 About This Manual
  • Audience, Scope, Conventions, and Formats
  • How to Use This Manual
  • How to Print this Manual
• Chapter 2 Introduction
  • Introduction to the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
  • Key Features of the WGT634U Wireless Media Router
    • USB Storage Device for File Sharing
    • DMZ Support
    • 802.11g Wireless Networking
    • A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering
    • Security
    • Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink
    • Extensive Protocol Support
    • Easy Installation and Management
    • Maintenance and Support
  • Package Contents
    • The Router’s Front Panel
    • The Router’s Rear Panel
  • A Road Map for ‘How to Get There From Here’
• Chapter 3 Connecting the Router to the Internet
  • What You Will Need Before You Begin
    • Cabling and Computer Hardware Requirements
    • Computer Network Configuration Requirements
    • Internet Configuration Requirements
    • Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters?
    • Record Your Internet Connection Information
  • First, Connect the WGT634U to the Internet
  • Now, Set Up Basic Wireless Connectivity
  • Basic Setup Troubleshooting Tips
  • Understanding the Setup Wizard Options
    • PPPoE Smart Wizard-Detected Option
    • Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option
    • Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option
    • Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option
  • How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection
• Chapter 4 Wireless Configuration
  • Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines
  • Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
  • Understanding Wireless Settings
    • Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption
      • Authentication Scheme Selection
      • Encryption Strength Choices
    • Default Factory Settings
    • Before You Change the SSID and Encryption Settings
    • How to Set Up and Test Basic Wireless Connectivity
  • Understanding Advanced Wireless Settings
    • How to Restrict Wireless Access by MAC Address
  • How to Configure WEP Encryption
• Chapter 5 Connecting a USB Drive to the Router
  • File Sharing Scenarios
    • Sharing Photos with Friends and Family
    • Storing Files in a Central Location for Playing or Printing
    • Sharing Large Files with Colleagues
  • Understanding the USB Configuration Settings
  • Connecting a USB Drive to the WGT634U
    • USB Drive Requirements
  • Using the USB Drive Setup Wizard to Allow Remote Access from the Internet
  • Using the USB Drive Menu to Grant FTP Access Rights
    • Granting Users Access to the USB Drive
    • Unmounting a USB Drive
  • Understanding the USB Drive Access Methods
  • Connecting to the USB Drive from a Local Web Browser
  • Connecting to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer
    • Locating the Internet Port IP Address
    • Accessing the Router’s USB Drive Remotely Using FTP
  • Connecting to the USB Drive From Your Home/Office Network
    • Enabling File and Printer Sharing
      • Configuring Windows 98SE and Windows ME
    • Accessing the USB Drive from the Windows Start Menu
    • Accessing the USB Drive from Windows Explorer
    • Accessing the USB Drive from My Network Places
• Chapter 6 Content Filtering
  • Blocking Access to Internet Sites
  • Blocking Access to Internet Services
  • Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced
  • Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access
  • Configuring E-Mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications
• Chapter 7 Maintenance
  • Viewing Wireless Router Status Information
  • Viewing a List of Attached Devices
  • Upgrading the Router Software
    • Warning: Do Not Interrupt the Firmware Upgrade Process
    • Firmware Upgrade Requirements
    • Checking for a Firmware Upgrade Upon Login
    • Performing a Firmware Upgrade from the Router Upgrade Menu
  • Configuration File Management
    • Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration
    • Erasing the Configuration
  • Changing the Administrator Password
• Chapter 8 Advanced Configuration
  • Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers
    • Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service
    • Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry
    • Local Web and FTP Server Example
    • Multiple Computers for Counter-Strike, Unreal Tournament, or Quake III Example
  • Configuring WAN Setup Options
  • Using a Dynamic DNS Service
  • Using LAN IP Setup Options
    • Using the Router as a DHCP server
    • Using Address Reservation
  • How to Configure Static Routes
  • Enabling Remote Management Access
  • Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)
• Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
  • Basic Functioning
    • Power LED Not On
    • LEDs Never Turn Off
    • Local or Internet Port LEDs Not On
  • Troubleshooting Connection to the Web Configuration Interface
  • Troubleshooting the ISP Connection
  • Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
    • Testing the LAN Path to Your Router
    • Testing the Path from Your PC to a Remote Device
  • Restoring the Default Configuration and Password
  • Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface
    • Problems with Date and Time
    • Problems with Saving Configuration Changes
  • Troubleshooting the USB Drive
    • USB Hub Attached to the WGT634U is not Visible
    • File Copy of Large Files to the USB Disk FAT32 File System Fails
    • Cannot Connect to the USB Drive Using Microsoft Networking
    • Cannot Attach USB Drive to USB Port
  • Troubleshooting the Firmware Upgrade
• Appendix A Technical Specifications
• Appendix B Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics
  • Related Publications
  • Basic Router Concepts
    • What is a Router?
    • Routing Information Protocol
  • IP Addresses and the Internet
    • Netmask
    • Subnet Addressing
    • Private IP Addresses
  • Single IP Address Operation Using NAT
    • MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol
    • Related Documents
    • Domain Name Server
  • IP Configuration by DHCP
  • Internet Security and Firewalls
    • What is a Firewall?
      • Stateful Packet Inspection
      • Denial of Service Attack
  • Ethernet Cabling
    • Category 5 Cable Quality
    • Inside Twisted Pair Cables
    • Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, and MDI/MDIX Switching
• Appendix C Preparing Your Network
  • Preparing Your Computers for TCP/IP Networking
  • Configuring Windows 95, 98, and Me for TCP/IP Networking
    • Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
    • Enabling DHCP to Automatically Configure TCP/IP Settings
    • Selecting Windows’ Internet Access Method
    • Verifying TCP/IP Properties
  • Configuring Windows NT4, 2000 or XP for IP Networking
    • Install or Verify Windows Networking Components
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows 2000
    • DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows NT4
    • Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Windows XP, 2000, and NT4
  • Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking
    • MacOS 8.6 or 9.x
    • MacOS X
    • Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers
  • Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account
    • Are Login Protocols Used?
    • What Is Your Configuration Information?
    • Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers
    • Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers
  • Restarting the Network
• Appendix D Wireless Networking Basics
  • Wireless Networking Overview
    • Infrastructure Mode
    • Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup)
    • Network Name: Extended Service Set Identification (ESSID)
  • Authentication and WEP Data Encryption
    • 802.11 Authentication
    • Open System Authentication
    • Shared Key Authentication
    • Overview of WEP Parameters
    • Key Size
    • WEP Configuration Options
  • Wireless Channels
  • WPA Wireless Security
    • How Does WPA Compare to WEP?
    • How Does WPA Compare to IEEE 802.11i?
    • What are the Key Features of WPA Security?
      • WPA Authentication: Enterprise-level User Authentication via 802.1x/EAP and RADIUS
      • WPA Data Encryption Key Management
    • Is WPA Perfect?
    • Product Support for WPA
      • Supporting a Mixture of WPA and WEP Wireless Clients is Discouraged
      • Changes to Wireless Access Points
      • Changes to Wireless Network Adapters
      • Changes to Wireless Client Programs
• Glossary
  • List of Glossary Terms
• Index