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NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
202-10585-01
February 2010

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  • Page 1 Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA 202-10585-01 February 2010...

  • Page 2: Technical Support

    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 Hereby, NETGEAR Inc., declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Español Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos [Spanish] esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.
  • Page 4 Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga [Swedish] egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Íslenska Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar kröfur, [Icelandic] sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC. Norsk NETGEAR Inc.
  • Page 5 Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer It is hereby certified that the Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10 has been suppressed in accordance with the conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please see the notes in the operating instructions.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ... xi How to Print This Manual ...xii Revision History ...xiii Chapter 1 Configuring Basic Connectivity Using the Setup Manual ...1-1 Logging In to Your Wireless Router ...1-2 Selecting a Language for Your Screen Display ...1-5 Configuring Your Internet Connection Using the Setup Wizard ...1-6 Viewing and Configuring Basic ISP Settings ...1-6 Your Internet Connection Does Not Require a Login ...1-7...
  • Page 7 How Your Computer Accesses a Remote Computer through Your Router ...5-2 How Port Triggering Changes the Communication Process ...5-3 How Port Forwarding Changes the Communication Process ...5-5 How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering ...5-6 Contents Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 viii...
  • Page 8 Troubleshooting a Network Using the Ping Utility ...7-7 Testing the LAN Path to Your Router ...7-7 Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device ...7-8 Problems with Date and Time ...7-9 Contents Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 9 Using Your Wireless Card Setup Program ...7-9 Setting Up and Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity ...7-10 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ...7-13 Appendix A Technical Specifications Appendix B Related Documents Index Contents Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 10: About This Manual

    The user manual provides information for configuring the features of the NETGEAR ® Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10 beyond initial configuration settings. Initial configuration instructions can be found in the NETGEAR Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Setup Manual. You should have basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills.

  • Page 11: How To Print This Manual

    For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, click the links to the NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at http://www.netgear.com/support. How to Print This Manual To print this manual, your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view and print PDF files.

  • Page 12: Revision History

    Revision History NETGEAR, Inc. is constantly searching for ways to improve its products and documentation. The following table indicates any changes that might have been made since the Wireless-G Router was introduced. Table 2-1. Publication Revision History Version Part Number...

  • Page 13: Configuring Basic Connectivity

    For first-time installation of your wireless router, refer to the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. The Setup Manual explains how to launch the NETGEAR Smart Wizard on the Resource CD to step you through the procedure to connect your router, modem, and computers. The Smart Wizard will assist you in configuring your wireless settings and enabling wireless security for your network.

  • Page 14: Logging In To Your Wireless Router

    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. Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Changing the Administrator Password” v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 15 Figure 1-3 To automatically update to the new firmware, click Yes to allow the router to download and install the new firmware file from NETGEAR. Warning: When uploading firmware to the Wireless-G Router, do not interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page.
  • Page 16 Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Figure 1-4 Note: If the Check for New Version Upon Log-in check box is selected, the home page is the Router Upgrade screen. Otherwise, it is the Basic Settings screen. If the wireless router is connected to the Internet, you can select Knowledge Base or Documentation under Web Support in the main menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless router.

  • Page 17: Selecting A Language For Your Screen Display

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Selecting a Language for Your Screen Display Using the Select Language drop-down menu, located in the upper right corner of the Router Manager screen, you can display the router manager screens in any of languages shown in Figure...

  • Page 18: Configuring Your Internet Connection Using The Setup Wizard

    The content you see in the Basic Settings screen depends on whether your ISP requires that you log in with a user name and password for Internet access. Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Chapter 7, “Troubleshooting.” v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 19: Your Internet Connection Does Not Require A Login

    Domain Name. The domain name is provided by your router to computers on your LAN when the computers request DHCP settings from your router. In most cases, this settings is not required. Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 20 You must be using the one computer that is allowed by the ISP. – Select Use This MAC Address, and type it in here. Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 21: Your Internet Connection Does Require A Login

    Internet application, your router will automatically log you in. • Internet Service Provider. This drop-down list contains a few ISPs that need special protocols for connection. The list includes: Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 22 Manually Connect. The router logs in or logs out only when the user clicks Connect or Disconnect in the Router Status screen. Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Figure 1-7 on page v1.0, February 2010 1-9) selects when the...

  • Page 23: Setting Up And Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity

    1. Select Wireless Settings under Setup in the main menu of the WGR614v10 router. Figure 1-9 Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 1-11...
  • Page 24 In the Name (SSID) field, you can enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The default SSID is NETGEAR. Note: The SSID is case-sensitive; NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. Also, the SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID you specify in the Wireless-G Router.
  • Page 25 Once your computer has basic wireless connectivity to the router, you can configure the advanced wireless security functions of the computer and router (for more information about security and these settings, see Chapter 2, “Safeguarding Your Network Configuring Basic Connectivity Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual ”). v1.0, February 2010 1-13...

  • Page 26: Safeguarding Your Network

    The Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10 provides highly effective security features, which are covered in detail in this chapter. This chapter includes the following sections: • “Choosing Appropriate Wireless • “Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information” on page 2-4 • “Changing Wireless Security Settings” on page 2-6 •...
  • Page 27 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.
  • Page 28 Pre-Shared Key; WPA2-PSK standard encryption with the AES encryption type. WPA-PSK (TKIP) + WPA2-PSK (AES). Mixed mode. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Table 2-2 on page 2-4. For more details on wireless “Wireless Networking Basics” in Appendix Description No wireless security.

  • Page 29: Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information

    Otherwise, you must choose the settings for your wireless network. Either way, record the settings for your wireless network in the spaces provided. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Description If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless devices cannot communicate with the router at all.
  • Page 30 WPA2-PSK and are configured with the correct passphrase. Use the procedures described in the following sections to specify the Wireless-G Router. Store this information in a safe place. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 31: Changing Wireless Security Settings

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Changing Wireless Security Settings This section describes the wireless settings that you can view and configure in the Wireless Settings screen, which you access under Setup in the main menu. Viewing Basic Wireless Settings To specify the wireless security settings of your router: 1.

  • Page 32: Configuring Wep Wireless Security

    For a wireless device to participate in a particular wireless network, it must be configured with the SSID for that network. The WGR614v10 default SSID is NETGEAR. You can disable this broadcast as described in “Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings” on page •...
  • Page 33 3. Select the authentication type and encryption strength. 4. You can manually or automatically program the four data encryption keys. These values must be identical on all computers and access points in your network. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 34: Configuring Wpa-Psk And Wpa2-Psk Wireless Security

    Automatic. In the Passphrase field, enter a word or group of printable characters, and click Generate. The passphrase is case-sensitive. For example, NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. The four key fields are automatically populated with key values. •...

  • Page 35: Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings

    To configure the advanced wireless security settings of your router: 1. Log in to the router as described in 2. Select Wireless Settings under Advanced in the main menu. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Logging In to Your Wireless Router” on page v1.0, February 2010 1-2.

  • Page 36: Restricting Wireless Access By Mac Address

    When a Wireless Card Access List is configured and enabled, the router checks the MAC address of any wireless device attempting a connection and allows only connections to computers identified on the trusted computers list. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 2-11. v1.0, February 2010 “Restricting Wireless...
  • Page 37 3. Click Add to add a wireless device to the wireless access control list. The Wireless Card Access Setup screen opens and displays a list of currently active wireless cards and their Ethernet MAC addresses. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 2-12...
  • Page 38 8. Click Apply to save your Wireless Card Access List settings. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual for each additional device you want to add to the list. v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 39: Adding Guest Networks

    Enable Guest Network – When this check box is selected, the guest network is enabled, and guests can connect to your network using the SSID of this profile. Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 2-14...

  • Page 40: Changing The Administrator Password

    3. Give the wireless network a name. The name is case-sensitive and can be up to 32 characters. The same name must be assigned to all wireless devices in your network. NETGEAR recommends that you change the name to a different value.

  • Page 41: Backing Up Your Configuration

    The configuration settings of the Wireless-G Router are stored within the router in a configuration file. You can back up (save) this file and retrieve it later. NETGEAR recommends that you save your configuration file after you complete the configuration. If the router fails or becomes corrupted, or an administrator password is lost, you can easily re-create your configuration by restoring the configuration file.

  • Page 42: Understanding Your Firewall

    Network” on page 5-1. Another feature to solve application conflicts with the firewall is Universal Plug and Play (UPnP), described in Safeguarding Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Blocking Access to Internet Services” on page 3-5. “Allowing Inbound Connections to “Allowing Inbound Connections to Your...

  • Page 43: Restricting Access From Your Network

    Restricting Access From Your Network This chapter describes how to use the content filtering and reporting features of the Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10 to protect your network. You can find these features by selecting the items under Content Filtering in the main menu of the browser interface. This chapter includes the following sections: •...
  • Page 44 Block sites containing these keywords or domain names list. Delete a keyword or domain name by selecting it from the list and clicking Delete Keyword. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 3-5. v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 45: Blocking Access To Internet Services

    1. Select Block Services under Content Filtering in the main menu. The Block Services screen displays. Figure 3-2 2. Enable service blocking by selecting either Per Schedule or Always, and then click Apply. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 46: Configuring A User-Defined Service

    • Enter the starting port and ending port numbers. If the application uses a single port number, enter that number in both fields. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 3-5. v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 47: Blocking Services By Ip Address Range

    Days to Block. Select days on which you want to apply blocking by selecting the appropriate check boxes. Select Every Day to select the check boxes for all days. Click Apply. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 48 The router will automatically adjust the time at the start and end of the daylight savings time period. 3. Click Apply to save your settings. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 49: Viewing Logs Of Web Access Or Attempted Web Access

    Action Whether the access was blocked or allowed. To refresh the log screen, click the Refresh button. To clear the log entries, click the Clear Log button. Restricting Access From Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 50: Customizing Your Network Settings

    Customizing Your Network Settings This chapter describes how to configure advanced networking features of the Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10, including LAN, WAN, and routing settings. It contains the following sections: • “Using the LAN IP Setup • “Using a Dynamic DNS Service” on page 4-4 •...

  • Page 51: Configuring A Device Name

    DHCP and information about how to assign IP addresses for your network. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “TCP/IP Networking Basics” in Appendix B v1.0, February 2010 for an explanation of...

  • Page 52: Using Address Reservation

    3. Type the MAC address of the computer or server. Tip: If the computer is already present on your network, you can copy its MAC address from the Attached Devices screen and paste it here. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 53: Using A Dynamic Dns Service

    Dynamic DNS service provider, logs in to your account, and registers your new IP address. If your host name is hostname, for example, you can reach your router at hostname.dyndns.org. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual www.dyndns.org and obtain an account and host v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 54 Use Wildcards check box to activate this feature. For example, the wildcard feature causes *.yourhost.dyndns.org to be aliased to the same IP address as yourhost.dyndns.org. 8. Click Apply to save your configuration. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 55: Configuring The Wan Setup Options

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Configuring the WAN Setup Options The WAN Setup options let you configure a DMZ (demilitarized zone) server, change the Maximum Transmit Unit (MTU) size, and enable the wireless router to respond to a ping on the WAN (Internet) port.

  • Page 56: Responding To A Ping On The Internet (Wan) Port

    1. In the MTU Size field, enter a new size between 64 and 1500. 2. Click Apply to save the new configuration. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Changing the MTU Size” on page v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 57: Configuring Nat Filtering

    ISDN router at 192.168.1.100. In this example: • The Destination IP Address and IP Subnet Mask fields specify that this static route applies to all 134.177.x.x addresses. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 5-2. v1.0, February 2010 “How Your Computer...
  • Page 58 3. Select the Private check box if you want to limit access to the LAN only. If Private is selected, the static route is not reported in RIP. 4. Select the Active check box to make this route effective. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 59: Wireless Repeating (Also Called Wds)

    This wireless computer is associated with AP 1. Internet Modem Figure 4-6 Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual This wireless computer is associated with AP 2. Wireless Router (AP 1) is in Wireless Base Station mode. v1.0, February 2010 AP 2 is in Repeater mode.

  • Page 60: Wireless Repeating Function

    AP. To configure this mode, you must know the MAC address of the remote parent AP. • Disable Wireless Client Association. Usually this check box is cleared so that the router is an access point for wireless computers. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 2-7”). v1.0, February 2010 4-11...

  • Page 61: Setting Up The Base Station

    3. Select the Enable Wireless Repeating Function check box and the Wireless Base Station radio button. 4. Enter the MAC address for the repeater units. 5. Click Apply to save your changes. Customizing Your Network Settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 4-12...

  • Page 62: Setting Up A Repeater Unit

    Use a wired Ethernet connection to set up the repeater unit to avoid conflicts with the wireless connection to the base station. Note: If you are using the WGR614v10 base station with a non-NETGEAR wireless router as the repeater, you might need to change additional configuration settings.

  • Page 63: Fine-Tuning Your Network

    This chapter describes how to modify the configuration of the Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10 to allow specific applications to access the Internet or to be accessed from the Internet, and how to make adjustments to enhance your network’s performance. This chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 64: How Your Computer Accesses A Remote Computer Through Your Router

    Your router then sends this request message through the Internet to the Web server at www.example.com. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 65: How Port Triggering Changes The Communication Process

    6667. The IRC server not only responds to your originating source port, but also sends an “identify” message to your computer on port 113. Using port triggering, you can tell the router, Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 66 You can usually determine this information by contacting the publisher of the application, or user groups or newsgroups. Note: Only one computer at a time can use the triggered application. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 67: How Port Forwarding Changes The Communication Process

    To configure port forwarding, you need to know which inbound ports the application needs. You usually can determine this information by contacting the publisher of the application or user groups or newsgroups. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 68: How Port Forwarding Differs From Port Triggering

    Tip: To ensure that your server computer always has the same IP address, use the reserved IP address feature of your Wireless-G Router. See Reservation” on page 4-3 Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Setting Up a Default DMZ Server” for instructions on how to use reserved IP addresses. v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 69: Adding A Custom Service

    When you have the port number information, follow these steps: 1. Select Port Forwarding/Port Triggering under Advanced in the main menu. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 “Adding a Custom...

  • Page 70: Editing Or Deleting A Port Forwarding Entry

    If you host a Web server on your local network, you can use port forwarding to allow Web requests from anyone on the Internet to reach your Web server. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 71: Configuring Port Triggering

    Windows XP), you should also enable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) according to the instructions in Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Using Address Reservation” on page “Using a Dynamic DNS Service” on page “Using Universal Plug and Play” on page v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 72 Note: If the Disable Port Triggering check box is selected after you configure port triggering, port triggering is disabled. However, any port triggering configuration information you added to the router is retained even though it is not used. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 5-10...
  • Page 73 10. Enter the inbound connection port information in the Connection Type, Starting Port, and Ending Port fields. 11. Click Apply. The service appears in the Port Triggering Portmap table. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 5-11...

  • Page 74: Using Universal Plug And Play

    UPnP is disabled. If this check box is not selected, the router does not allow any device to automatically control the resources, such as port forwarding (mapping) of the router. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 5-12...

  • Page 75: Optimizing Wireless Performance

    Therefore, the most critical links in your network are those where the traffic is high and the distances are great. Optimize those first. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 “Wireless...

  • Page 76: Using Wmm For Wireless Multimedia Applications

    WMM enabled. Legacy applications that do not support WMM, and applications that do not require, are assigned to the best effort category, which receives a lower priority than voice and video. WMM QoS is enabled by default. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 5-14...

  • Page 77: Quality Of Service

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Quality of Service Quality of Service (QoS) is an advanced feature that can be used to prioritize some types of traffic ahead of others. The Wireless-G Router can provide QoS prioritization on the Internet connection.
  • Page 78 To create a QoS policy for applications and online games: 1. From the main menu, under Advanced, select QoS Setup. The QoS Setup screen displays, as shown in Figure 5-6 on page Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 5-15. v1.0, February 2010 5-16...
  • Page 79 Figure 5-7 3. In the QOS Priority Rule List, select an existing item, or you can scroll to the bottom of the list and select Add Priority Rule. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 5-17...
  • Page 80 1. From the main menu, under Advanced, select QoS Setup. The QoS Setup screen displays, as shown in Figure 5-6 on page 2. Click Setup QoS Rule and then click Add Priority Rule. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 5-15. v1.0, February 2010 5-18...
  • Page 81 1. From the main menu, under Advanced, select QoS Setup. The QoS Setup screen displays, as shown in Figure 5-6 on page 2. Click Setup QoS Rule and then click Add Priority Rule. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 5-15. v1.0, February 2010 5-19...
  • Page 82 1. From the main menu, under Advanced, select QoS Setup. The QoS Setup screen displays, as shown in Figure 5-6 on page 2. Click Setup QoS Rule. Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 5-15. v1.0, February 2010 5-20...

  • Page 83: Changing The Mtu Size

    “fragmented” to accommodate the one with the smallest MTU. The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often just the default value, and changing the value might fix one problem but cause another. Leave MTU unchanged unless one of these situations occurs: •...

  • Page 84: Overview Of Home And Small Office Networking Technologies

    Table 5-1. Common MTU Sizes Application 1500 The largest Ethernet packet size and the default value. This is the typical setting for non- PPPoE, non-VPN connections, and is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches. 1492 Used in PPPoE environments.

  • Page 85: Assessing Your Speed Requirements

    Powerline. For connecting rooms or floors that are blocked by obstructions or are distant vertically, consider networking over your building’s AC wiring. NETGEAR’s Powerline HD family of products delivers up to 200 Mbps to any outlet, while the older-generation XE family of products delivers 14 Mbps or 85 Mbps.
  • Page 86 10 Mbps wired Ethernet Cable modem (3 Mbps) Analog modem (56 kbps) Fine-Tuning Your Network Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Table 5-2 shows the time to transfer 1 gigabyte (1 GB) of data using Theoretical Raw Transfer Time 8 seconds...

  • Page 87: Using Network Monitoring Tools

    This chapter describes how to use the maintenance features of your Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v10. You can access these features by selecting the items under Maintenance in the main menu of the browser interface. This chapter includes the following sections: •...
  • Page 88 DHCP IP Subnet Mask Domain Name Server Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Description The host name assigned to the router. The hardware version of the router. The version of the current software installed in the router. This will change if you upgrade your router.
  • Page 89 Mode Wireless AP Broadcast Name Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Description These settings apply to the Ethernet (LAN) port of the router. The Media Access Control address. This is the unique physical address being used by the LAN port of the router.
  • Page 90 Click the Renew button to renew to the connection status items (that is, all items are refreshed). Click the Close Window button to close the Connection Status screen. Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...
  • Page 91 The intervals at which the statistics are updated in this screen. To change the polling frequency, enter a time in seconds in the Poll Interval field, and click Set Interval. To stop the polling entirely, click Stop. Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 92: Viewing A List Of Attached Devices

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Viewing a List of Attached Devices The Attached Devices screen contains a table of all IP devices that the router has discovered on the local network. From the main menu of the browser interface, under Maintenance, select Attached Devices to view the table.

  • Page 93: Backing Up And Restoring The Configuration

    To restore the factory default configuration settings when you do not know the login password or IP address, you must use the restore factory settings button on the rear panel of the router (see “Restoring the Default Configuration and Password” on page Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 7-13). v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 94: Upgrading The Router Software

    The routing software (also called firmware) of the Wireless-G Router is stored in flash memory, and can be upgraded as NETGEAR releases new software. Your router can download and install the new software, or you can download upgrade files from the NETGEAR website and manually send the upgrade file to the router using your browser.

  • Page 95: Upgrading Automatically To New Router Software

    If you have selected Check for New Version Upon Log-in, your router alerts you to the new software when you log in. Otherwise, you can click the Check button in the Router Upgrade screen to search for new software. Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 96: Upgrading Manually To New Router Software

    3. Check the most recent firmware version offered against the firmware version shown on your Router Status screen. 4. If the version on the NETGEAR website is more recent, download the file to your computer. 5. Under Maintenance on the main menu, select Router Upgrade.

  • Page 97: Enabling Remote Management Access

    Using the Remote Management feature, you can allow a user on the Internet to configure, upgrade, and check the status of your Wireless-G Router. From the main menu of the browser interface, under Advanced, select Remote Management. Figure 6-9 Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 6-11...
  • Page 98 (:) and the custom port number. For example, if your external address is 134.177.0.123 and you use port number 8080, then enter http://134.177.0.123:8080 in your browser. Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 6-12...

  • Page 99: Traffic Meter

    Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Traffic Meter Traffic Metering allows you to monitor the volume of Internet traffic passing through your router’s Internet port. With the Traffic Meter utility, you can set limits for traffic volume, set a monthly limit, and get a live update of traffic usage.
  • Page 100 7. Set up Internet Traffic Statistics to monitor the data traffic. 8. Click the Traffic Status button if you want a live update on Internet traffic status on your router. 9. Click Apply to save your settings. Using Network Monitoring Tools Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 6-14...

  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    WGR614v10. After each problem description, instructions are provided to help you diagnose and solve the problem. As a first step, please review the Quick Tips. Tip: NETGEAR provides helpful articles, documentation, and the latest software updates at http://www.netgear.com/support. This chapter includes the following sections: •...
  • Page 102 If the Test light does not turn off within 2 minutes after you turn the router on, reset the router according to the instructions in Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Restoring the Default Configuration and Password” on page v1.0, February 2010 “Preparing Your...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting Basic Functions

    Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to your router and that the power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet. • Check that you are using the 12V DC 1A power adapter that NETGEAR supplied for this product. •...

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting The Web Configuration Interface

    These autogenerated addresses are in subnet 169.254.x.x. If your IP address is in this range, check the connection from the computer to the router, and reboot your computer. Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 2-10. 7-3. “Preparing Your Network” in Appendix B...

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting The Internet Connection

    Web Configuration Manager. To check the WAN IP address: 1. Start your browser, and select an external site such as http://www.netgear.com. 2. Access the main menu of the router’s configuration at http://www.routerlogin.net.
  • Page 106 You might need to go to Internet Explorer and select Tools > Internet Options, click the Connections tab, and select Never dial a connection. Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual B. You can also configure your computer v1.0, February 2010...

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting A Network Using The Ping Utility

    Link lights are on for the switch ports that are connected to your computer and router. • Wrong network configuration – Verify that the Ethernet card driver software and TCP/IP software are both installed and configured on your computer. Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 7-4. v1.0, February 2010 “The Internet...

  • Page 108: Testing The Path From Your Computer To A Remote Device

    If this is the case, you must configure your router to “clone” or “spoof” the MAC address from the authorized computer. For more information, see “Configuring Your Internet Connection Using the Setup Wizard” on page Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual v1.0, February 2010 “Preparing Your 1-6.

  • Page 109: Problems With Date And Time

    The topics in this section describe these steps. Using Your Wireless Card Setup Program When you install a NETGEAR wireless card in your computer, a Smart Wizard utility program is installed that can provide helpful information about your wireless network. You can find this program in your Windows Program menu or as an icon in your system tray.

  • Page 110: Setting Up And Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity

    Use the setup program to scan for available wireless networks. Look for a network name (SSID) of NETGEAR or your custom SSID if you have changed it. If your wireless network does not appear, check these conditions: • Is your router’s wireless radio enabled? See page 2-10.
  • Page 111 In the Name (SSID) field, you can enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The default SSID is NETGEAR. Note: The SSID is case-sensitive; NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. Also, the SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID you specify in the Wireless-G Router.
  • Page 112 Once your computer has basic wireless connectivity to the router, you can configure the advanced wireless security functions of the computer and router (for more information about security, see Chapter 2, “Safeguarding Your Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Network”). v1.0, February 2010 7-12...

  • Page 113: Restoring The Default Configuration And Password

    If the wireless router fails to restart, or the Power light continues to blink or turns solid amber, the unit might be defective. If the error persists, you might have a hardware problem and should contact Technical Support at http://www.netgear.com/support. Troubleshooting Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual “Erasing the Configuration” on page v1.0, February 2010 6-7).

  • Page 114: Technical Specifications

    Environmental Specifications Operating temperature Operating humidity Electromagnetic Emissions Meets requirements of Interface Specifications Technical Specifications Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Technical Specifications Description TCP/IP, DHCP PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) 120V, 60 Hz, input 230V, 50 Hz, input 230V, 50 Hz, input...
  • Page 115 SSID 11b/g RF Channel Mode Authentication Type Security Technical Specifications Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Description 1, 2, 5.5, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps Auto Rate Sensing 2.4-2.5Ghz 802.11b: Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) 802.11g: Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Limited by the amount of wireless network traffic each node generates.

  • Page 116: Appendix B Related Documents

    This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain a more complete understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product. Document Link TCP/IP Networking Basics http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm Wireless Networking Basics http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Preparing Your Network http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm Virtual Private Networking http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm...
  • Page 117 access blocking remote 6-11 restricting by MAC address 2-11 viewing logs access control turning off 1-13, 7-12 turning on 2-13 access points 4-10 accessing remote computer account name 1-7, 6-2 ActiveX adapters specifications adding custom service priority rules 5-17 reserved IP addresses static routes See also configuring administrator password, changing...
  • Page 118 Documentation Web page documents, reference domain name Domain Name Server (DNS) addresses current entering 1-8, 1-11 troubleshooting Dynamic DNS Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual dynamic IP addresses DynDNS.org electromagnetic emissions, specifications encryption encryption keys environmental specifications erasing configuration Ethernet light, troubleshooting and...
  • Page 119 LAN IP setup LAN path, troubleshooting LAN port QoS for 5-18 settings Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual language, screen display lease, DHCP Legacy mode local servers, port forwarding to logging in login required logout, automatic...
  • Page 120 QoS (Quality of Service) 5-15 radio, wireless 1-13, 2-11, 6-3, 7-12 range, router 5-13 reducing interference 5-14 Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual reference documents region of operation registering 1-ii releasing connection status remote devices, testing path remote management renewing connection status...
  • Page 121 6-13 traffic, prioritizing 5-15 transfer time (backing up) 5-24 troubleshooting trusted user typographical conventions Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) up time, system upgrading router software URLs typography for Web Configuration Manager usage statistics user-defined services...
  • Page 122 2-10 basic gathering information testing 7-10 wireless specifications WMM (Wi-Fi Multimedia) 5-14, 5-15 WPA2-PSK encryption 2-3, 2-9 WPA-PSK + WPA2-PSK encryption WPA-PSK encryption 2-3, 2-9 Wireless-G Router WGR614v10 Reference Manual 2-3, 2-9 v1.0, February 2010 Index-6...

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