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NETGEAR RT311 RT311 RT311 Installation Manual

NETGEAR RT311 RT311 RT311 Installation Manual

Netgear internet access gateway router installation guide
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  • Page 2: Start Here

    START HERE Congratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR These instructions show you how to configure your Windows basic Internet access. For more detailed information about installing your router or configuring advanced features, refer to Reference Guide for the Model RT311 and RT314 Internet Access Gateway Routers , included on the Model RT311 and RT314 Resource CD .

  • Page 3: Product Illustration

    PRODUCT ILLUSTRATION Front Panel The front panel of the Model RT311 Internet Access Gateway Router contains LEDs that provide diagnostic and connectivity information. LAN LEDs LOCAL INTERNET Gateway Router TEST LNK/ACT LNK/ACT Internet Access Power Test Internet The table below describes the LEDs on the front panel of the router. Label Activity PWR (Power)

  • Page 4: Hardware Installation

    Rear Panel The rear panel of the Model RT311 Internet Access Gateway Router includes: • Ground • 12 V DC power adapter connection • 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port, for Local (LAN) connections to attached PCs • 10 Mbps Ethernet port, for Internet (WAN) connection to a broadband access device, such as a cable or DSL modem •...

  • Page 5: Preparation And Setup

    PREPARATION AND SETUP Before using the router to connect your LAN to the Internet, you must: • Order Internet service from an Internet service provider (ISP) • Set up your PCs for using the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) networking protocol ISP Checklist Contact an ISP to request a single-user Internet access account that provides a broadband access device, such as a cable modem or DSL modem, to connect the router to the Internet.

  • Page 6: Configuring Tcp/Ip

    PREPARATION AND SETUP CONT. Network Checklist The Model RT311 Internet Access Gateway Router uses IP. IP configuration has the following requirements: • All PCs must have TCP/IP manually installed and selected as the networking protocol. • All PCs and the router must be assigned IP addresses. The router’s DHCP function automatically assigns IP addresses for you, but the PC’s IP address must be set to “Obtain an IP address automatically”...
  • Page 7 Configuring TCP/IP Properties NETGEAR recommends that you leave the TCP/IP setup parameters at their factory default settings unless you have a specific reason to change them. With the default settings, your PC is configured to obtain its TCP/IP configuration information automatically from a DHCP server on the local network.

  • Page 8: Configuring The Router

    8. Select Obtain an IP address automatically. 9. Click on OK. To obtain the configuration information from the router: 1. Turn on the router. Be sure the router has been on for at least one minute before continuing to the next step.
  • Page 9 5. In the first Wizard screen, enter your account’s Host Name and Domain Name, as shown below: 6. Click on Next to go to the ISP Parameters screen, shown below: This screen determines whether a login program will be run. a.
  • Page 10 b. If your service provider uses PPPoE, select Encapsulation as PPPoE, and enter these additional parameters: – If your connection supports multiple ISPs, enter the Service Name of the one you use. Otherwise leave Service Name blank. – Enter the user name and password provided by your ISP. These fields are case sensitive. –...

  • Page 11: Accessing The Internet

    MAC address. 8. Click on Finish. 9. Click on the NETGEAR website address to test your Internet connection. Your Model RT311 Internet Access Gateway Router is now fully configured to provide Internet access for your network. For more information about installing your router, refer to the Reference Guide for the Model RT311 and RT314 Internet Access Gateway Routers on the Model RT311 and RT314 Resource CD .

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    • If the PWR and other LEDs are not lit when you plug your router into a power outlet make sure: – The power cord is properly connected to the router. – You are using the correct NETGEAR power adapter supplied with your router. – The power adapter is properly connected to a functioning power outlet.
  • Page 13 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 14 Please register online. YOU MUST REGISTER TO OBTAIN TECHNICAL SUPPORT. PLEASE RETAIN PROOF OF PURCHASE and this warranty information. To get product support, or to obtain product information and NETGEAR product documentation, direct your Web browser to the http://www.NETGEAR.com Web page.

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