Logging In to Your Wireless Router When the wireless router is connected to your network, you can access and configure the router using your browser. To access the Web Configuration Manager: 1. Connect to the wireless router by typing http://www.routerlogin.net or the router’s LAN IP address (the default is 192.168.1.1) in the address field of your browser, and then press Enter. A login window opens: 2. Enter admin for the router user name and your password (or the default, password). For information about how to change the password, see “Changing the Administrator Password” on page 2-22. Figure 1-1 Tip: You can connect to the wireless router by typing either of these URLs in the address field of your browser, and then pressing Enter: • http://www.routerlogin.net • http://www.routerlogin.com If these URLs do not work, you must type the IP address of the router, for example, http://www.192.168.1.1. Note: The router user name and password are not the same as any other user name or password you might use to log in to your Internet connection.
2-1 v1.0, March 2008 Chapter 2 Safeguarding Your Network The RangeMax Wireless-N Gigabit Router WNR3500 provides highly effective security features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. This chapter includes the following sections: • “Choosing Appropriate Wireless Security” • “Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information” on page 2-5 • “Changing Wireless Security Settings” on page 2-6 • “Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings” on page 2-12 • “Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)” on page 2-14 • “Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address” on page 2-19 • “Changing the Administrator Password” on page 2-22 • “Backing Up Your Configuration” on page 2-23 • “Understanding Your Firewall” on page 2-23 Choosing Appropriate Wireless Security Unlike wired networks, wireless networks allow anyone with a compatible adapter to receive your wireless data transmissions well beyond your walls. Operating an unsecured wireless network creates an opportunity for outsiders to eavesdrop on your network traffic or to enter your network to access your computers and files. Indoors, computers can connect over 802.11g/n wireless networks at ranges of up to 300 feet. Such distances can allow for others outside your immediate area to access your network. Use the security features of your wireless equipment that are appropriate to your needs. The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security settings and router placement. Stronger security methods can entail a cost in terms of throughput, latency, battery consumption, and equipment compatibility. In choosing an appropriate security level, you can also consider the effort compared to the reward for a hacker to break into your network. As a minimum, however, NETGEAR recommends using WEP with Shared Key authentication. Do not run an unsecured wireless network unless it is your intention to provide free Internet access for the public.
• Built-in Ultra Fast 4-port Gigabit switch means even faster network performance • Automatic Quality of Service (QoS) ensures reliable Internet, voice, video, and gaming applications • Surf, email, stream HD video, on-line game, make Internet phone calls–simultaneously • Easy secured setup with Push ‘N’ Connect using WiFi Protected Setup (WPS) • Maximum performance requires use of Wireless-N adapters Features • Built-in Ultra Fast 5-port Gigabit switch (1 WAN and 4 Gigabit Ethernet LAN Ports) • Gigabit Ethernet ports deliver even faster wired speeds • Higher wireless-to-wired network performance compared to 10/100 Ethernet routers • Configurable as a wireless repeater for extending range • Easy setup with Smart Wizard® Installation CD • Double firewall protection from external hacker attacks • Automatically upgrades to the latest router firmware • Supports Windows® Vista™ draft 802.11n 2.4 GHz
Why 8 internal smart antennas? • Smart antenna technology adapts on-the-fly and selects the best antenna combination to transmit and receive • Multiple directional antenna direct Wi-Fi signals, extending range and enhancing the reception of weak signals • Internal antennas take the guesswork out of antenna setup