Router manual Netgear WNR2000 Wireless-N Router
After you hookup all the cables connecting modem, router and computer (ethernet) you need to power on the modem first and wait 2 mins. until the modem initializes and establishes communication with your provider. Next power on the router. The router will do the same as the modem so wait 1 to 2 mins. for it to come up to operational level. The router will have a wired connection available even if it is wireless, so you can connect your laptop/desktop computer using an ethernet wired cable.
If you have Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP or even Windows 2000 on your computer and you have current versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer or Firefox web browsers, you may notice that you can access the internet already. With the plug and play way todays software and hardware is setup, its easy to just go, it just works.
You can logon to your router using your web browser to make changes to the router's configuration. Indeed you need to make some changes. Enter the IP address provided by the router manufacturer in the browsers address bar. Read owners manual for this address. Enter 192.168.1.1 is one example. Enter 192.168.0.0 is another example.
Router login using your web browser
Next logon with a user name and a password. admin is one example of a typical user name and password is one example of a default password. This logon password obviously needs to be changed to secure your router. Usually you get a menu of things you can change. The SSID is one item you should change. Also you need to change your router's security so that your signals cannot be used by unauthorized persons.
Change your SSID name to something of your choice. This name will be assigned to all network devices using your home network. It will also show up as the name of your network in a list of connectable networks whose signals are strong enough to be used. You can choose to not have the name broadcast, adding additional security. Enter a passphrase of your choice. This will be used by any potential computer users to access your network. If someone does not know your passphrase, they cannot use your network.
Choose one of the security options to encrypt data (or choose none).
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (AES). Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) using a pre-shared key to perform authentication and generate the initial data encryption keys. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame re-keying of WPA makes it virtually impossible to compromise.
Wi-Fi security settings explained
Security enabled networks are more difficult to use without authorization. Always click APPLY to save changes. Next click on SET PASSWORD and change the default password to administer your router. Write down your passphrase and password in a safe place so that you do not forget them over time.
Most often you will check the Automatic / Dynamic option to get your IP address, both for the internet IP address and the DNS IP address. Your IP addresses are assigned automatically from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Get HELP
Sometimes things need to be tuned and configured in order to work. Call your provider if you cannot resolve problems as they should be able to assist you. Also, if you buy a wireless router, you can usually call the manufacturer's toll free number for help.
Once your home network is setup, you can access it using media devices which have Wi-Fi capability. Go into the device's network setup menu and select AUTO or manually enter IP addresses. Often your network ID will show up as a choice for connection and you select your SSID and connect. Laptops with Windows Vista or Windows 7 will automatically connect to your SSID once you have connected the first time. This way you do not need to connect every time you use the laptop. HDTVs and Blu-ray players now have built-in Wi-Fi for internet connectivity. Go into Settings, then Network, select wireless and AUTO. Often it is that easy to get connected to the internet.
Netgear Video on router setup
Router setup
If you have a router labeled with a Windows 7 logo and you are using Windows 7, setup should be easy. Follow the steps below.
Set Up Your Wireless Router on a Windows 7 PC
1. Connect the wireless router to the modem using an ethernet (CAT 6) cable.
2. Connect the wireless router to a power source. Wait two minutes, and then continue to the next step.
3. Click the network icon in the notification area; the icon should look like a series of vertical bars, or a tiny PC with a network adapter alongside it.
4. Select your wireless network from the list of available networks to complete the setup process. By default, your network name will be the name of your router manufacturer.
You can either setup the router with A: or B: below.
A: Set Up Your Router Using the Setup Software
1. Make sure that your wireless router is completely disconnected from the modem, the computer, and the power source.
2. On your PC, insert the disc that came with your router, or download and run the latest version of the router's software from the vendor website.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. The setup routine will ask you to connect components (including your modem and PC) in a certain order, and it may request that you temporarily connect your wireless router to a computer via an ethernet cable. You will also create a wireless network name and password at this point.
B: Manually Configure Your Router Without Setup Software
1. Connect your wireless router to the modem, using an ethernet cable.
2. Connect the wireless router to a power source. Wait two minutes to ensure that your router is fully operational.
3. Connect the wireless router to your computer using an ethernet cable.
4. Log in to your router’s Web interface by opening a browser and entering the IP address of your router into the address bar. The IP address should be listed within your router’s documentation; if you can't find it, most routers use a common IP address such as http://192.168.1.1, http://192.168.0.1, or http://192.168.2.1.
5. Enter the default username and password, which you should find within your router’s documentation.
6. Use the Web interface to set up a network name and password.
7. Disconnect your computer from the wireless router and then reconnect wirelessly.
Caution: Be sure to use a password to protect your wireless network.
WiFi Internet
After you hookup all the cables connecting modem, router and computer (ethernet) you need to power on the modem first and wait 2 mins. until the modem initializes and establishes communication with your provider. Next power on the router. The router will do the same as the modem so wait 1 to 2 mins. for it to come up to operational level. The router will have a wired connection available even if it is wireless, so you can connect your laptop/desktop computer using an ethernet wired cable.
If you have Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, XP or even Windows 2000 on your computer and you have current versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer or Firefox web browsers, you may notice that you can access the internet already. With the plug and play way todays software and hardware is setup, its easy to just go, it just works.
You can logon to your router using your web browser to make changes to the router's configuration. Indeed you need to make some changes. Enter the IP address provided by the router manufacturer in the browsers address bar. Read owners manual for this address. Enter 192.168.1.1 is one example. Enter 192.168.0.0 is another example.
Router login using your web browser
| Netgear | 192.168.0.1 |
Next logon with a user name and a password. admin is one example of a typical user name and password is one example of a default password. This logon password obviously needs to be changed to secure your router. Usually you get a menu of things you can change. The SSID is one item you should change. Also you need to change your router's security so that your signals cannot be used by unauthorized persons.
Change your SSID name to something of your choice. This name will be assigned to all network devices using your home network. It will also show up as the name of your network in a list of connectable networks whose signals are strong enough to be used. You can choose to not have the name broadcast, adding additional security. Enter a passphrase of your choice. This will be used by any potential computer users to access your network. If someone does not know your passphrase, they cannot use your network.
Choose one of the security options to encrypt data (or choose none).
WPA-PSK (TKIP), WPA2-PSK (AES). Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) using a pre-shared key to perform authentication and generate the initial data encryption keys. The very strong authentication along with dynamic per frame re-keying of WPA makes it virtually impossible to compromise.
Wi-Fi security settings explained
Security enabled networks are more difficult to use without authorization. Always click APPLY to save changes. Next click on SET PASSWORD and change the default password to administer your router. Write down your passphrase and password in a safe place so that you do not forget them over time.
Most often you will check the Automatic / Dynamic option to get your IP address, both for the internet IP address and the DNS IP address. Your IP addresses are assigned automatically from your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
Get HELP
Sometimes things need to be tuned and configured in order to work. Call your provider if you cannot resolve problems as they should be able to assist you. Also, if you buy a wireless router, you can usually call the manufacturer's toll free number for help.
Once your home network is setup, you can access it using media devices which have Wi-Fi capability. Go into the device's network setup menu and select AUTO or manually enter IP addresses. Often your network ID will show up as a choice for connection and you select your SSID and connect. Laptops with Windows Vista or Windows 7 will automatically connect to your SSID once you have connected the first time. This way you do not need to connect every time you use the laptop. HDTVs and Blu-ray players now have built-in Wi-Fi for internet connectivity. Go into Settings, then Network, select wireless and AUTO. Often it is that easy to get connected to the internet.
Netgear Video on router setup
Router setup
How to Set Up a Wireless Router on Windows 7 Windows 8
If you have a router labeled with a Windows 7 logo and you are using Windows 7, setup should be easy. Follow the steps below.
Set Up Your Wireless Router on a Windows 7 PC
1. Connect the wireless router to the modem using an ethernet (CAT 6) cable.
2. Connect the wireless router to a power source. Wait two minutes, and then continue to the next step.
3. Click the network icon in the notification area; the icon should look like a series of vertical bars, or a tiny PC with a network adapter alongside it.
4. Select your wireless network from the list of available networks to complete the setup process. By default, your network name will be the name of your router manufacturer.
You can either setup the router with A: or B: below.
A: Set Up Your Router Using the Setup Software
1. Make sure that your wireless router is completely disconnected from the modem, the computer, and the power source.
2. On your PC, insert the disc that came with your router, or download and run the latest version of the router's software from the vendor website.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. The setup routine will ask you to connect components (including your modem and PC) in a certain order, and it may request that you temporarily connect your wireless router to a computer via an ethernet cable. You will also create a wireless network name and password at this point.
B: Manually Configure Your Router Without Setup Software
1. Connect your wireless router to the modem, using an ethernet cable.
2. Connect the wireless router to a power source. Wait two minutes to ensure that your router is fully operational.
3. Connect the wireless router to your computer using an ethernet cable.
4. Log in to your router’s Web interface by opening a browser and entering the IP address of your router into the address bar. The IP address should be listed within your router’s documentation; if you can't find it, most routers use a common IP address such as http://192.168.1.1, http://192.168.0.1, or http://192.168.2.1.
5. Enter the default username and password, which you should find within your router’s documentation.
6. Use the Web interface to set up a network name and password.
7. Disconnect your computer from the wireless router and then reconnect wirelessly.
Caution: Be sure to use a password to protect your wireless network.
WiFi Internet
Eliminates necessity of running LAN cable
- Supports: IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Draft IEEE 802.11n
- Dual-N Band: 2.4GHz or 5GHz
- Security: 64/128bit WEP, WPA/WPA2
802.11n(5GHz)
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802.11n(2.4GHz)
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802.11a/b/g
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| Streaming HD Video |
Yes
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No
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No
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| Streaming SD Video |
Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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| Music, Photo |
Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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