Introduction; Key Features - NETGEAR RangeMax WPN824 Reference Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
WPN824 router provides connection for multiple computers 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 computer. This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR RangeMax Wireless
Router WPN824.

Key Features

Note: This manual provides information on the complete features as of the date of
publication. Earlier versions of this product may not have all the features presented
in this manual. Go to
can find product firmware updates for your WPN824.
The RangeMax Wireless Router WPN824 with 4-port switch connects your local area network
(LAN) to the Internet through an external access device such as a cable modem or DSL modem.
The WPN824 router provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus browser
activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Parents and network administrators can establish
restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Web site addresses and address keywords, and
share high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 computers. In addition to the Network
Address Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in firewall protects you from hackers.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.
The WPN824 router provides the following features:
• RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.11-turbo-g-only,
or 802.11b+g modes
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management
• Content Filtering and Site Blocking security
• Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps switch

Introduction

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