About This Guide; Technical Support; Related Publications - NETGEAR HR314 Reference Manual

Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
Router.
The HR314 connects your entire network of wired and 802.11a wireless PCs to to share an Internet
connection through a cable modem or DSL modem that otherwise is used by a single PC. The
HR314 communicates at up to 54 Mbps. The HR314 is equipped with auto-sensing capability
which automatically lowers the speed to6Mbps for wireless communications across longer
distances or for operating in an environment where there is electronic interference. .
Note: If you are unfamiliar with networking and routing, refer to
and Routing
manual.

Technical Support

For help with any technical issues, contact Customer Support at 1-888-NETGEAR, or visit us on
the Web at www.NETGEAR.com. The NETGEAR Web site includes an extensive knowledge
base, answers to frequently asked questions, and a means for submitting technical questions
online.

Related Publications

As you read this document, you may be directed to various RFC documents for further
information. An RFC is a Request For Comment published by the Internet Engineering Task Force
(IETF), an open organization that defines the architecture and operation of the Internet. RFC
documents are listed on the World Wide Web at www.ietf.org and are mirrored and indexed at
many other sites worldwide.

About This Guide

Basics," to become more familiar with the terms and procedures used in this
About This Guide
™ Model HR314 802.11a Hi-Speed Wireless
Appendix B, "Network
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