Automatic Internet Setup - NETGEAR Nighthawk RS700 User Manual

Automatic Internet setup

You can set up your router automatically (see the information below) or manually (see
Manually set up the Internet connection on page 35). In either case, you must use a web
browser to access the router.
Before you start the setup process, get your ISP information and make sure that the
computers and devices in the network are using the settings described here. When
your Internet service starts, your Internet service provider (ISP) typically gives you all the
information needed to connect to the Internet. For example, for DSL service, you might
need the following information to set up your router:
• The ISP configuration information for your DSL account
• ISP login name and password
• Fixed or static IP address setting (special deployment by ISP; this setting is rare)
If you cannot locate this information, ask your ISP to provide it.
NOTE: If your Internet service is going through your TV or fiber cable, you
might not need the login information.
When your Internet connection is working, you no longer need to launch the ISP login
program on your computer to access the Internet. When you start an Internet application,
your router automatically logs you in.
The NETGEAR installation assistant runs on any device with a web browser. Installation
and basic setup takes about 15 minutes to complete.
To automatically set up your router:
1. Make sure that the router is powered on.
2. Make sure that your computer or mobile device is connected to the router with an
Ethernet cable (wired) or over WiFi with the preset security settings listed on the
label.
NOTE: If you want to change the router's WiFi settings, use a wired
connection to avoid being disconnected when the new WiFi settings take
effect.
3. Launch a web browser.
Connect to the Router Network
and Access the Router
Nighthawk WiFi 7 Tri-Band Router Model RS700
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