NETGEAR WGU624 Reference Manual page 30

Reference Manual for the Double 108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGU624
Click Next and follow the steps in the Setup Smart Wizard for inputting the configuration
b.
parameters from your ISP to connect to the Internet.
Note: If you choose not to use the Setup Smart Wizard, you can manually configure your
Internet connection settings by following the procedure
Your Internet Connection" on page
Unless your ISP automatically assigns your configuration automatically via DHCP, you
will need the configuration parameters from your ISP that you recorded in the form,
"Record Your Internet Connection Information" on page
When the router successfully detects an active Internet service, the router's Internet LED
c.
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.
The Setup Smart Wizard will report the type of connection it finds and prompts you for the
d.
settings. The options are:
• Connections that require a login using protocols such as PPTP, Telstra Bigpond, or
PPPoE or Other broadband connections.
• Connections that use dynamic IP address assignment.
• Connections that use fixed IP address assignment.
When the router successfully detects an active Internet service, the router checks to see of
e.
there is a new version of firmware available. If so, you will be prompted to upgrade your
firmware. Take advantage of this opportunity to assure that your wireless router is up to
date with the latest enhancements and features.
If you choose not to use the auto-update feature, you can check for new firmware by
following the procedure in
Note: Be sure to check the NETGEAR Web site for documentation updates, which are
available at http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WGU624.asp.
3-8
3-9.
"Upgrading the Router Software" on page
M-10153-01
"How to Manually Configure
3-3.
6-5.
Connecting the Router to the Internet