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54 Mbps Wireless Router
WGR614 v4
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
Version 1.4
December 2003
December 2003

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  • Page 1 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 NETGEAR, Inc. 4500 Great America Parkway Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA Version 1.4 December 2003 December 2003...
  • Page 2 In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.
  • Page 3 EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance This is to certify that the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 is shielded against the generation of radio interference in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
  • Page 4 Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR, Inc.dat het toestel Radio LAN device in overeenstemming is met de essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG Bij deze NETGEAR, Inc.dat deze Radio LAN device voldoet aan de essentiële eisen en aan de overige relevante bepalingen van Richtlijn 1999/5/EC.
  • Page 5 1999/5/CE. Spanish Por medio de la presente NETGEAR, Inc.declara que el Radio LAN device cumple con los requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/ Portuguese NETGEAR, Inc.declara que este Radio LAN device está...
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Computer Network Configuration Requirements ...2-1 Internet Configuration Requirements ...2-2 Where Do I Get the Internet Configuration Parameters? ...2-2 Record Your Internet Connection Information ...2-3 Connecting the WGR614 v4 ...2-4 Connecting the Router ...2-4 PPPoE Smart Wizard-Detected Option ...2-8 Contents December 2003...
  • Page 8 Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option ...2-9 Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option ...2-10 Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option ... 2-11 How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection ...2-12 Chapter 3 Wireless Configuration Observe Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines ...3-1 Implement Appropriate Wireless Security ...3-2 Understanding Wireless Settings ...3-3 Understanding WEP Authentication and Encryption ...3-5...
  • Page 9 Chapter 6 Advanced Configuration Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers ...6-1 Adding a Port Forwarding Custom Service ...6-2 Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry ...6-2 Local Web and FTP Server Example ...6-3 Multiple Computers for Half Life, KALI or Quake III Example ...6-3 Configuring WAN Setup Options ...6-4 Using a Dynamic DNS Service ...6-6 Using LAN IP Setup Options ...6-7...
  • Page 10 IP Addresses and the Internet ... B-2 Netmask ... B-4 Subnet Addressing ... B-4 Private IP Addresses ... B-7 Single IP Address Operation Using NAT ... B-7 MAC Addresses and Address Resolution Protocol ... B-8 Related Documents ... B-9 Domain Name Server ... B-9 IP Configuration by DHCP ...
  • Page 11 Verifying TCP/IP Properties for Macintosh Computers ... C-17 Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account ... C-18 Are Login Protocols Used? ... C-18 What Is Your Configuration Information? ... C-18 Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Windows Computers ... C-19 Obtaining ISP Configuration Information for Macintosh Computers ... C-20 Restarting the Network ...
  • Page 12 Contents December 2003...

  • Page 13: About This Manual

    This guide uses the following formats to highlight special messages: Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest. This manual is written for the WGR614 v4 router according to these specifications.: Table 1-1. Product, Manual Part Number, and Publication Date...

  • Page 14: How To Use This Manual

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 How to Use this Manual The HTML version of this manual includes a variety of navigation features as well as links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.

  • Page 15: How To Print This Manual

    About This Manual Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 link at the top right of any page. on the upper right of the toolbar. The PDF version of the...
  • Page 16 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 About This Manual December 2003...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    WGR614 v4 router provides connection for multiple personal computers (PCs) to the Internet through an external broadband access device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for use by a single PC. This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4.

  • Page 18: 802.11G Wireless Networking

    Wireless network name broadcast can be turned off so that only devices that have the network name (SSID) can connect. A Powerful, True Firewall with Content Filtering Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the WGR614 v4 is a true firewall, using stateful packet inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include: •...

  • Page 19: Security

    Autosensing Ethernet Connections with Auto Uplink With its internal 8-port 10/100 switch, the WGR614 v4 can connect to either a 10 Mbps standard Ethernet network or a 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet network. Both the LAN and WAN interfaces are autosensing and capable of full-duplex or half-duplex operation.

  • Page 20: Easy Installation And Management

    ISP account. • Visual monitoring The WGR614 v4 router’s front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its status and activity. Maintenance and Support NETGEAR offers the following features to help you maximize your use of the WGR614 v4 router: •...

  • Page 21: Package Contents

    Registration and Warranty Card. • Support Information Card. If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the router for repair. Introduction...

  • Page 22: The Router's Front Panel

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The Router’s Front Panel The front panel of the WGR614 v4 router contains the status LEDs described below. Figure 2-1: WGR614 v4 Front Panel You can use some of the LEDs to verify connections. Viewed from left to right, describes the LEDs on the front panel of the router.

  • Page 23: The Router's Rear Panel

    Four Local (LAN) 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports for connecting the router to the local PCs • Internet (WAN) Ethernet port for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem • Factory Default Reset push button • Wireless antenna Introduction Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...
  • Page 24 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Introduction December 2003...

  • Page 25: Connecting The Router To The Internet

    This chapter describes how to set up the router on your local area network (LAN) and connect to the Internet. You will find out how to configure your 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 for Internet access using the Setup Wizard, or how to manually configure your Internet connection.

  • Page 26: Internet Configuration Requirements

    You may also refer to the GearBox CD for Cable/DSL Wireless Router WGR614 for the NETGEAR Router ISP Guide which provides Internet connection information for many ISPs. Once you locate your Internet configuration parameters, you may want to record them on the page below.

  • Page 27: Record Your Internet Connection Information

    Wireless Network Name (SSID): __________________ Encryption (circle one): WEP 64, or WEP 128 WEP passphrase or key: ____________________ Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 aaa@yyy.com , then use mail.xxx.yyy.com xxx.yyy.com...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Wgr614 V4

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Connecting the WGR614 v4 This section provides instructions for connecting the WGR614 v4 router. Also, the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Resource CD included with your router contains an animated Installation Assistant to help you through this procedure.
  • Page 29 Note: Place the WGR614 v4 router in a location which conforms to the Performance, Placement, and Range Guidelines” on page WGR614 v4 provides a convenient, space-saving way of installing the router. Avoid stacking it on other electronic equipment. Cable or DSL modem...
  • Page 30 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Now, turn on your computer. If software usually logs you in to your Internet connection, do not run that software or cancel it if it starts automatically. Verify the following: When you turn the router on, the power light The router’s local LAN lights...
  • Page 31 ISP that you recorded in the form, “Record Your Internet Connection Information” on page Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 2-12. December 2003 “How to Manually Configure...

  • Page 32: Pppoe Smart Wizard-Detected Option

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 When the router successfully detects an active Internet service, the router’s Internet LED goes on. The Setup Smart Wizard reports which connection type it discovered, and displays the appropriate configuration menu. If the Setup Smart Wizard finds no connection, you will be prompted to check the physical connection between your router and the cable or DSL line.

  • Page 33: Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option

    • Click Apply to save your settings. • Click Test to verify that your Internet connection works. If the NETGEAR website does not appear within one minute, refer to Telstra Bigpond Cable Smart Wizard-Detected Option If the Setup Wizard discovers Telstra Bigpond Cable is your ISP, you will see this menu:...

  • Page 34: Dynamic Ip Smart Wizard-Detected Option

    PC that is allowed by the ISP. Or, select “Use this MAC address” and enter it. • Click Apply to save your settings. • Click Test to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR website does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 7, Dynamic IP Smart Wizard-Detected Option...

  • Page 35: Fixed Ip Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option

    Note: If you enter DNS addresses, restart your computers so that these settings take effect. • Click Apply to save your settings. • Click Test to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR website does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 7, Fixed IP Account Smart Wizard-Detected Option...

  • Page 36: How To Manually Configure Your Internet Connection

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • Click Test to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR website does not appear within one minute, refer to Chapter 7, How to Manually Configure Your Internet Connection You can manually configure your router using the menu below, or you can allow the Setup Wizard to determine your configuration as described in the previous section.
  • Page 37 Select Yes if you normally must launch a login program such as Enternet or WinPOET in order to access the Internet. Connecting the Router to the Internet Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 Figure 2-11...
  • Page 38 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Note: After you finish setting up your router, you will no longer need to launch the ISP’s login program on your PC in order to access the Internet. When you start an Internet application, your router will automatically log you in.

  • Page 39: Wireless Configuration

    This chapter describes how to configure the wireless features of your WGR614 v4 router. In planning your wireless network, you should consider the level of security required. You should also select the physical placement of your firewall in order to maximize the network speed. For...

  • Page 40: Implement Appropriate Wireless Security

    Restrict Access Based on MAC address. You can restrict access to only trusted PCs o that unknown PCs cannot wirelessly connect to the WGR614 v4. MAC address filtering adds an obstacle against unwanted access to your network, but the data broadcast over the wireless link is fully exposed.

  • Page 41: Understanding Wireless Settings

    To configure the Wireless settings of your firewall, click the Wireless link in the main menu of the browser interface. The Wireless Settings menu will appear, as shown below. Figure 3-2: Wireless Settings menu Wireless Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...
  • Page 42 The WGR614 v4 default SSID is: NETGEAR. • Region. This field identifies the region where the WGR614 v4 can be used. It may not be legal to operate the wireless features of the router in a region other than one of those identified in this field.

  • Page 43: Understanding Wep Authentication And Encryption

    You can tell if a web site is using SSL because the web address begins with HTTPS rather than HTTP. Authentication Scheme Selection Figure 3-3: Encryption Strength The WGR614 v4 lets you select the following wireless authentication schemes. • Automatic. •...

  • Page 44: Default Factory Settings

    When you first receive your WGR614 v4, the default factory settings are shown below. You can restore these defaults with the Factory Default Restore button on the rear panel. After you install the WGR614 v4 router, use the procedures below to customize any of the settings to better meet your networking needs.

  • Page 45: Before You Change The Ssid And Wep Settings

    Key 2: ___________________________________ Key 3: ___________________________________ Key 4: ___________________________________ Use the procedures described in the following sections to configure the WGR614 v4. Store this information in a safe place. Wireless Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4...

  • Page 46: How To Set Up And Test Basic Wireless Connectivity

    32 alphanumeric characters. The default SSID is NETGEAR. Note: The SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID you configure in the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4. If they do not match, you will not get a wireless connection to the WGR614 v4.

  • Page 47: How To Restrict Wireless Access By Mac Address

    Apply. You must then access the router from a wired PC or from a wireless PC which is on the access control list to make any further changes. Click the Wireless Settings link in the main menu of the WGR614 v4 firewall. Wireless Configuration...
  • Page 48 Click the Turn Access Control On check box. Then, either select from the list of available wireless cards the WGR614 v4 has found in your area, or enter the MAC address and device name for a device you plan to use. You can usually find the MAC address printed on the wireless adapter.

  • Page 49: How To Configure Wep

    LAN address and password you have set up. Click the Wireless Settings link in the main menu of the WGR614 v4 firewall. From the Security Encryption menu drop-down list, select the WEP encryption strength you will use.
  • Page 50 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 3-12 Wireless Configuration December 2003...

  • Page 51: Content Filtering

    This chapter describes how to use the content filtering features of the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 to protect your network. These features can be found by clicking on the Content Filtering heading in the Main Menu of the browser interface.

  • Page 52: Blocking Access To Internet Services

    Blocking Access to Internet Services The WGR614 v4 router allows you to block the use of certain Internet services by PCs on your network. This is called services blocking or port filtering. The Block Services menu is shown below:...
  • Page 53 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Services are functions performed by server computers at the request of client computers. For example, web servers serve web pages, time servers serve time and date information, and game hosts serve data about other players’ moves. When a computer on your network sends a request for service to a server computer on the Internet, the requested service is identified by a service or port number.

  • Page 54: Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced

    Under “Filter Services For”, you can block the specified service for a single PC, a range of PCs (having consecutive IP addresses), or all PCs on your network. Scheduling When Blocking Will Be Enforced The WGR614 v4 router allows you to specify when blocking will be enforced. The Schedule menu is shown below: Figure 4-4: Schedule menu Use this check boxes on this menu to create a schedule for blocking content.

  • Page 55: Viewing Logs Of Web Access Or Attempted Web Access

    Log entries will only appear when keyword blocking is enabled, and no log entries will be made for the Trusted User. An example is shown below: Figure 4-5: Logs menu Content Filtering Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...
  • Page 56 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Log entries are described in Table 4-1 Table 4-1. Log entry descriptions Field Description Number The index number of the content filter log entries. 128 entries are available numbered from 0 to 127. The log will keep the record of the latest 128 entries.

  • Page 57: Configuring E-Mail Alert And Web Access Log Notifications

    If you leave this box blank, log and alert messages will not be sent via e-mail. Content Filtering Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...
  • Page 58 Schedule list, the alert is sent but not the log. The WGR614 v4 router uses the Network Time Protocol (NTP) to obtain the current time and date from one of several Network Time Servers on the Internet. In order to localize the time for your log entries, you must specify your Time Zone: •...

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Maintenance This chapter describes how to use the maintenance features of your 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4. These features can be found by clicking on the Maintenance heading in the Main Menu of the browser interface. Viewing Router Status Information The Router Status menu provides a limited amount of status and usage information.
  • Page 60 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 This screen shows the following parameters: Table 5-1. Menu 3.2 - Router Status Fields Field Account Name Firmware Version Internet Port MAC Address IP Address IP Subnet Mask DHCP LAN Port...
  • Page 61 WAN Status action buttons are described in Table 5-2. Show WAN Status action buttons Field Description Renew Click the Renew button to renew the DHCP lease. Maintenance Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Table 5-2 December 2003...
  • Page 62 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Click on the “Show Statistics” button to display router usage statistics, as shown below. Figure 5-3: Router Statistics screen This screen shows the following statistics: Table 5-1. Router Statistics Fields...

  • Page 63: Viewing A List Of Attached Devices

    To force the router to look for attached devices, click the Refresh button. Upgrading the Router Software The routing software of the WGR614 v4 router is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from Netgear's website.

  • Page 64: Configuration File Management

    (.BIN) upgrade file Click Upload. Note: When uploading software to the WGR614 v4 router, it is important not to interrupt the web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, it may corrupt the software. When the upload is complete, your router will automatically restart.

  • Page 65: Restoring And Backing Up The Configuration

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 From the Main Menu of the browser interface, under the Maintenance heading, select the Settings Backup heading to bring up the menu shown below. Figure 5-6: Settings Backup menu Three options are available, and are described in the following sections.

  • Page 66: Erasing The Configuration

    7-7. Changing the Administrator Password The default password for the router’s web Configuration Manager is password. Netgear recommends that you change this password to a more secure password. From the Main Menu of the browser interface, under the Maintenance heading, select Set Password to bring up the menu shown below.

  • Page 67: Advanced Configuration

    This chapter describes how to configure the advanced features of your 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4. These features can be found under the Advanced heading in the Main Menu of the browser interface. Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers...

  • Page 68: Adding A Port Forwarding Custom Service

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Use the Port Forwarding menu to configure the router to forward incoming protocols to computers on your local network. In addition to servers for specific applications, you can also specify a Default DMZ Server to which all other incoming protocols are forwarded.

  • Page 69: Local Web And Ftp Server Example

    Type the same port number in the End Port box that you typed in the Start Port box. Type the IP address of the additional computer in the Server IP Address box. Click Apply. Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 70: Configuring Wan Setup Options

    Disable SPI Firewall Normally, this option should be Enabled, so that your local network will be protected by the Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall included in the WGR614 v4. However, certain communications functions like VPN may require turning off the SPI feature.
  • Page 71 MTU requirement. To change the MTU size: Under MTU Size, enter a new size between 64 and 1500. Then, click Apply to save the new configuration. Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 72: Using A Dynamic Dns Service

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Using a Dynamic DNS Service If your network has a permanently assigned IP address, you can register a domain name and have that name linked with your IP address by public Domain Name Servers (DNS). However, if your Internet account uses a dynamically assigned IP address, you will not know in advance what your IP address will be, and the address can change frequently.

  • Page 73: Using Lan Ip Setup Options

    If your network has a requirement to use a different IP addressing scheme, you can make those changes in this menu. The LAN IP parameters are: Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 74: Using The Router As A Dhcp Server

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • IP Address This is the LAN IP address of the router. • IP Subnet Mask This is the LAN Subnet Mask of the router. Combined with the IP address, the IP Subnet Mask allows a device to know which other addresses are local to it, and which must be reached through a gateway or router.

  • Page 75: Using Address Reservation

    Attached Devices menu and paste it here.) Click Apply to enter the reserved address into the table. Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 for an explanation of DHCP and information about how to December 2003...

  • Page 76: How To Configure Static Routes

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Note: The reserved address will not be assigned until the next time the PC contacts the router's DHCP server. Reboot the PC or access its IP configuration and force a DHCP release and renew.
  • Page 77 You have an ISDN router on your home network for connecting to the company where you are employed. This router’s address on your LAN is 192.168.0.100. • Your company’s network is 134.177.0.0. Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 6-11...

  • Page 78: Enabling Remote Management Access

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 When you first configured your router, two implicit static routes were created. A default route was created with your ISP as the gateway, and a second static route was created to your local network for all 192.168.0.x addresses.

  • Page 79: Using Universal Plug And Play (Upnp)

    UPnP devices can automatically discover the services from other registered UPnP devices on the network. Figure 6-6. UPnP Menu Advanced Configuration Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 in your browser. December 2003 6-13...
  • Page 80 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Turn UPnP On: UPnP can be enabled or disabled for automatic device configuration. The default setting for UPnP is enabled. If disabled, the router will not allow any device to automatically control the resources, such as port forwarding (mapping), of the router.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    • Check that you are using the 12 V DC 1A power adapter supplied by NETGEAR for this product. If the error persists, you have a hardware problem and should contact technical support.

  • Page 82: Leds Never Turn Off

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 LEDs Never Turn Off When the router is turned on, the LEDs turns on for about 10 seconds and then turn off. If all the LEDs stay on, there is a fault within the router.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting The Web Configuration Interface

    Click the Refresh or Reload button in the web browser. The changes may have occurred, but the web browser may be caching the old configuration. Troubleshooting Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 to find your PC’s IP address. Follow the to configure your PC.

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting The Isp Connection

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Troubleshooting the ISP Connection If your router is unable to access the Internet, you should first determine whether the router is able to obtain a WAN IP address from the ISP. Unless you have been assigned a static IP address, your router must request an IP address from the ISP.

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting A Tcp/Ip Network Using A Ping Utility

    Click on OK. You should see a message like this one: Pinging <IP address> with 32 bytes of data Troubleshooting Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 “Verifying TCP/IP Properties” on “Verifying TCP/IP Properties” on page December 2003 2-12.

  • Page 86: Testing The Path From Your Pc To A Remote Device

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 If the path is working, you see this message: Reply from < IP address >: bytes=32 time=NN ms TTL=xxx If the path is not working, you see this message: Request timed out If the path is not functioning correctly, you could have one of the following problems: •...

  • Page 87: Restoring The Default Configuration And Password

    The E-Mail menu in the Content Filtering section displays the current date and time of day. The WGR614 v4 router uses the Network Time Protocol (NTP) to obtain the current time from one of several Network Time Servers on the Internet. Each entry in the log is stamped with the date and time of day.
  • Page 88 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Troubleshooting December 2003...

  • Page 89: Technical Specifications

    This appendix provides technical specifications for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4. Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility Data and Routing Protocols: Power Adapter North America: United Kingdom, Australia: Europe: Japan: All regions (output): Physical Specifications Dimensions: Weight: Environmental Specifications...
  • Page 90 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Meets requirements of: Interface Specifications LAN: WAN: Wireless Radio Data Rates Frequency Data Encoding: Maximum Computers Per Wireless Network: Operating Frequency Ranges: Encryption: FCC Part 15 Class B VCCI Class B...

  • Page 91: Network, Routing, Firewall, And Basics

    Routers vary in performance and scale, number of routing protocols supported, and types of physical WAN connection they support. The 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 is a small office router that routes the IP protocol over a single-user broadband connection.

  • Page 92: Routing Information Protocol

    Information Protocol (RIP). Using RIP, routers periodically update one another and check for changes to add to the routing table. The WGR614 v4 router supports both the older RIP-1 and the newer RIP-2 protocols. Among other improvements, RIP-2 supports subnet and multicast protocols. RIP is not required for most home applications.
  • Page 93 Class D addresses are used for multicasts (messages sent to many hosts). Class D addresses are in this range: 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255. • Class E Class E addresses are for experimental use. Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Node Node Node 7261 December 2003...

  • Page 94: Netmask

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 This addressing structure allows IP addresses to uniquely identify each physical network and each node on each physical network. For each unique value of the network portion of the address, the base address of the range (host address of all zeros) is known as the network address and is not usually assigned to a host.
  • Page 95 Note: The number 192.68.135.127 is not assigned because it is the broadcast address of the first subnet. The number 192.68.135.128 is not assigned because it is the network address of the second subnet. Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Subnet Node 7262...
  • Page 96 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The following table lists the additional subnet mask bits in dotted-decimal notation. To use the table, write down the original class netmask and replace the 0 value octets with the dotted-decimal value of the additional subnet bits.

  • Page 97: Private Ip Addresses

    172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255 Choose your private network number from this range. The DHCP server of the WGR614 v4 router is preconfigured to automatically assign private addresses. Regardless of your particular situation, do not create an arbitrary IP address; always follow the guidelines explained here.

  • Page 98: Mac Addresses And Address Resolution Protocol

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The following figure illustrates a single IP address operation. Private IP addresses assigned by user 192.168.0.2 192.168.0.3 192.168.0.1 192.168.0.4 192.168.0.5 Figure 7-3: Single IP Address Operation Using NAT This scheme offers the additional benefit of firewall-like protection because the internal LAN addresses are not available to the Internet through the translated connection.

  • Page 99: Related Documents

    Many of the resources on the Internet can be addressed by simple descriptive names such as www.NETGEAR.com. This addressing is very helpful at the application level, but the descriptive name must be translated to an IP address in order for a user to actually contact the resource. Just as...

  • Page 100: Ip Configuration By Dhcp

    IP addresses, along with other information (such as gateway and DNS addresses) that it may assign to the other devices on the network. The WGR614 v4 router has the capacity to act as a DHCP server.

  • Page 101: Stateful Packet Inspection

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Stateful Packet Inspection Unlike simple Internet sharing routers, a firewall uses a process called stateful packet inspection to ensure secure firewall filtering to protect your network from attacks and intrusions. Since user-level applications such as FTP and web browsers can create complex patterns of network traffic, it is necessary for the firewall to analyze groups of network connection states.

  • Page 102: Category 5 Cable Quality

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Table B-1. UTP Ethernet cable wiring, straight-through Wire color Signal Orange/White Transmit (Tx) + Orange Transmit (Tx) - Green/White Receive (Rx) + Blue Blue/White Green Receive (Rx) - Brown/White Brown...

  • Page 103: Inside Twisted Pair Cables

    Figure B-1: Straight-Through Twisted-Pair Cable Figure B-2 illustrates crossover twisted pair cable. Figure B-2: Crossover Twisted-Pair Cable Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 B-13...

  • Page 104: Uplink Switches, Crossover Cables, And Mdi/Mdix Switching

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Figure B-3: Category 5 UTP Cable with Male RJ-45 Plug at Each End Note: Flat “silver satin” telephone cable may have the same RJ-45 plug. However, using telephone cable results in excessive collisions, causing the attached port to be partitioned or disconnected from the network.
  • Page 105 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The WGR614 v4 router incorporates Auto Uplink technology (also called MDI/MDIX). Each LOCAL Ethernet port will automatically sense whether the Ethernet cable plugged into the port should have a normal connection (e.g. connecting to a PC) or an uplink connection (e.g.
  • Page 106 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 B-16 Network, Routing, Firewall, and Basics December 2003...

  • Page 107: Appendix C Preparing Your Network

    This appendix describes how to prepare your network to connect to the Internet through the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 and how to verify the readiness of broadband Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP). Note: If an ISP technician configured your computer during the installation of a...

  • Page 108: Configuring Windows 95, 98, And Me For Tcp/Ip Networking

    DHCP server during bootup. For a detailed explanation of the meaning and purpose of these configuration items, refer to The WGR614 v4 router is shipped preconfigured as a DHCP server. The firewall assigns the following TCP/IP configuration information automatically when the PCs are rebooted: •...
  • Page 109 Select the manufacturer and model of your Ethernet adapter, and then click OK. If you need TCP/IP: Click the Add button. Select Protocol, and then click Add. Select Microsoft. Select TCP/IP, and then click OK. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 110: Enabling Dhcp To Automatically Configure Tcp/Ip Settings

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 If you need Client for Microsoft Networks: Click the Add button. Select Client, and then click Add. Select Microsoft. Select Client for Microsoft Networks, and then click OK. Restart your PC for the changes to take effect.
  • Page 111 • TCP/IP is present • Primary Network Logon is set to Windows logon Click on the Properties button. The following TCP/IP Properties window will display. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 112: Selecting Windows' Internet Access Method

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • By default, the IP Address tab is open on this window. • Verify the following: Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. If not selected, click in the radio button to the left of it to select it.

  • Page 113: Configuring Windows Nt4, 2000 Or Xp For Ip Networking

    From the drop-down box, select your Ethernet adapter. The window is updated to show your settings, which should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: •...

  • Page 114: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Xp, 2000, Or Nt4

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 DHCP Configuration of TCP/IP in Windows XP, 2000, or NT4 You will find there are many similarities in the procedures for different Windows systems when using DHCP to configure TCP/IP.
  • Page 115 • The TCP/IP details are presented on the Support tab page. • Select Internet Protocol, and click Properties to view the configuration information. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003...

  • Page 116: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows 2000

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • Verify that the Obtain an IP address automatically radio button is selected. • Verify that Obtain DNS server address automatically radio button is selected. • Click the OK button.
  • Page 117 “Components checked are used by this connection:” • Client for Microsoft Networks and • Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) • Click OK. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 C-11...
  • Page 118 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • With Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) selected, click on Properties to open the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties dialogue box. • Verify that • Obtain an IP address automatically is selected. •...

  • Page 119: Dhcp Configuration Of Tcp/Ip In Windows Nt4

    This will display Control Panel window. • Double-click the Network icon in the Control Panel window. The Network panel will display. • Select the Protocols tab to continue. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 C-13...
  • Page 120 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • Highlight the TCP/IP Protocol in the Network Protocols box, and click on the Properties button. C-14 December 2003 Preparing Your Network...

  • Page 121: Verifying Tcp/Ip Properties For Windows Xp, 2000, And Nt4

    Type ipconfig /all Your IP Configuration information will be listed, and should match the values below if you are using the default TCP/IP settings that NETGEAR recommends for connecting through a router or gateway: • The IP address is between 192.168.0.2 and 192.168.0.254 •...

  • Page 122: Configuring The Macintosh For Tcp/Ip Networking

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 • The default gateway is 192.168.0.1 Type exit Configuring the Macintosh for TCP/IP Networking Beginning with Macintosh Operating System 7, TCP/IP is already installed on the Macintosh. On each networked Macintosh, you will need to configure TCP/IP to use DHCP.

  • Page 123: Verifying Tcp/Ip Properties For Macintosh Computers

    If you do not see these values, you may need to restart your Macintosh or you may need to switch the “Configure” setting to a different option, then back again to “Using DHCP Server”. Preparing Your Network Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 December 2003 C-17...

  • Page 124: Verifying The Readiness Of Your Internet Account

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Verifying the Readiness of Your Internet Account For broadband access to the Internet, you need to contract with an Internet service provider (ISP) for a single-user Internet access account using a cable modem or DSL modem. This modem must be a separate physical box (not a card) and must provide an Ethernet port intended for connection to a Network Interface Card (NIC) in a computer.

  • Page 125: Obtaining Isp Configuration Information For Windows Computers

    As mentioned above, you may need to collect configuration information from your PC so that you can use this information when you configure the WGR614 v4 router. Following this procedure is only necessary when your ISP does not dynamically supply the account information.

  • Page 126: Obtaining Isp Configuration Information For Macintosh Computers

    As mentioned above, you may need to collect configuration information from your Macintosh so that you can use this information when you configure the WGR614 v4 router. Following this procedure is only necessary when your ISP does not dynamically supply the account information.

  • Page 127: Restarting The Network

    Restart any computer that is connected to the firewall. After configuring all of your computers for TCP/IP networking and restarting them, and connecting them to the local network of your WGR614 v4 router, you are ready to access and configure the firewall.
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  • Page 129: Wireless Networking Basics

    This chapter provides an overview of Wireless networking. Wireless Networking Overview The WGR614 v4 router conforms to the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 802.11g standard for wireless LANs (WLANs). The 802.11g standard is backwards compatible with the 802.11b standard. 802.11g and 802.11b devices can operate on the same wireless network but the 802.11b devices will operate at the slower speeds of the 802.11b standard.

  • Page 130: Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-To-Peer Workgroup

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Ad Hoc Mode (Peer-to-Peer Workgroup) In an ad hoc network, computers are brought together as needed; thus, there is no structure or fixed points to the network - each node can generally communicate with any other node. There is no Access Point involved in this configuration.

  • Page 131: 802.11 Authentication

    The 802.11 standard defines several services that govern how two 802.11 devices communicate. The following events must occur before an 802.11 Station can communicate with an Ethernet network through an access point such as the one built in to the WGR614 v4: Turn on the wireless station.

  • Page 132: Shared Key Authentication

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Open System Authentication Steps 1) Authentication request sent to AP 3) Client connects to network Client attempting to connect Figure 7-4: Open system authentication Shared Key Authentication The following steps occur when two devices use Shared Key Authentication: The station sends an authentication request to the access point.

  • Page 133: Overview Of Wep Parameters

    Note: Some 802.11 access points also support Use WEP for Authentication Only (Shared Key Authentication without data encryption). Wireless Networking Basics Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Access Point IN TER N ET W LA N...

  • Page 134: Key Size

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Key Size The IEEE 802.11 standard supports two types of WEP encryption: 40-bit and 128-bit. The 64-bit WEP data encryption method, allows for a five-character (40-bit) input. Additionally, 24 factory-set bits are added to the forty-bit input to generate a 64-bit encryption key. (The 24 factory-set bits are not user-configurable).

  • Page 135: Wireless Channels

    Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Note: Whatever keys you enter for an AP, you must also enter the same keys for the client adapter in the same order. In other words, WEP key 1 on the AP must match WEP key 1 on the client adapter, WEP key 2 on the AP must match WEP key 2 on the client adapter, etc.
  • Page 136 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The radio frequency channels used are listed in Table 7-1. 802.11 Radio Frequency Channels Channel Center Frequency 2412 MHz 2417 MHz 2422 MHz 2427 MHz 2432 MHz 2437 MHz 2442 MHz...

  • Page 137: Glossary

    Glossary Use the list below to find definitions for technical terms used in this manual. List of Glossary Terms 10BASE-T IEEE 802.3 specification for 10 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 100BASE-Tx IEEE 802.3 specification for 100 Mbps Ethernet over twisted pair wiring. 3DES 3DES (Triple DES) achieves a high level of security by encrypting the data three times using DES with three different, unrelated keys.
  • Page 138 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 ADSL Short for asymmetric digital subscriber line, a technology that allows data to be sent over existing copper telephone lines at data rates of from 1.5 to 9 Mbps when receiving data (known as the downstream rate) and from 16 to 640 Kbps when sending data (known as the upstream rate).
  • Page 139 .com, .edu, .uk, etc. For example, in the address mail.NETGEAR.com, mail is a server name and NETGEAR.com is the domain. A hacker attack designed to prevent your computer or network from operating or communicating.
  • Page 140 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Short for digital subscriber line, but is commonly used in reference to the asymmetric version of this technology (ADSL) that allows data to be sent over existing copper telephone lines at data rates of from 1.5 to 9 Mbps when receiving data (known as the downstream rate) and from 16 to 640 Kbps when sending data (known as the upstream rate).
  • Page 141 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Internet Key Exchange. An automated method for exchanging and managing encryption keys between two VPN devices. Internet Protocol is the main internetworking protocol used in the Internet. Used in conjunction with the Transfer Control Protocol (TCP) to form TCP/IP.
  • Page 142 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 A LAN typically connects multiple personal computers and shared network devices such as storage and printers. Although many technologies exist to implement a LAN, Ethernet is the most common for connecting personal computers.
  • Page 143 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 A technique by which several hosts share a single IP address for access to the Internet. NetBIOS The Network Basic Input Output System is an application programming interface (API) for sharing services and information on local-area networks (LANs).
  • Page 144 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 PPP over ATM PPPoA. PPP over ATM is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection. PPP over Ethernet PPPoE. PPP over Ethernet is a protocol for connecting remote hosts to the Internet over an always-on connection by simulating a dial-up connection.
  • Page 145 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 router A device that forwards data between networks. An IP router forwards data based on IP source and destination addresses. SSID A Service Set Identification is a thirty-two character (maximum) alphanumeric key identifying a wireless local area network.
  • Page 146 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 The TLS protocol is made up of two layers. The TLS Record Protocol ensures that a connection is private by using symmetric data encryption and ensures that the connection is reliable. The second TLS layer is the TLS Handshake Protocol, which allows authentication between the server and client and the negotiation of an encryption algorithm and cryptographic keys before data is transmitted or received.
  • Page 147 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 wide area network WAN. A long distance link used to extend or connect remotely located local area networks. The Internet is a large WAN. Wi-Fi A trade name for the 802.11b wireless networking standard, given by the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA, see http://www.wi-fi.net), an industry standards group promoting interoperability among...
  • Page 148 Reference Manual for the 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614 v4 Glossary December 2003...
  • Page 149 Numerics 64 or 128 bit WEP 3-6 802.11b D-1 Account Name 2-11, 2-13, 5-2 Address Resolution Protocol B-8 ad-hoc mode D-2 Authentication Server 2-9 Auto MDI/MDI-X B-15, G-2 Auto Uplink 1-3, B-15, G-2 backup configuration 5-7 Basic Wireless Connectivity 3-8 BSSID D-2 Cabling B-11 Cat5 cable 2-1, B-12, G-2...
  • Page 150 front panel 1-6, 1-7 fully qualified domain name (FQDN) 3-4 gateway address C-20 Half Life 6-3 host name 2-11, 2-13 IANA contacting B-2 IETF B-1 Web site address B-7 infrastructure mode D-2 installation 1-4 Internet account address information C-18 establishing C-18 Internet Service Provider 2-1 IP addresses C-19, C-20 and NAT B-7...
  • Page 151 PC, using to configure C-21 ping 6-5 placement 3-1 port filtering 4-2 Port Forwarding 6-1 port forwarding behind NAT B-8 Port Forwarding Menu 6-1 port numbers 4-3 PPP over Ethernet 1-4, C-18 PPPoE C-18 Primary DNS Server 2-9, 2-11, 2-13 protocols Address Resolution B-8 DHCP B-10...
  • Page 152 WAN 6-4 WAN Setup 6-4 WEP D-2 Wi-Fi D-1 Windows, configuring for IP routing C-2, C-7 winipcfg utility C-6 WinPOET C-18 Wired Equivalent Privacy. See WEP Wireless Access 2-3 Wireless Authentication 3-5 wireless authentication scheme 3-5 Wireless Encryption 3-5 Wireless Ethernet D-1 Wireless Performance 3-1 Wireless Range Guidelines 3-1 Wireless Security 3-2...

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