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NETGEAR WNR1000v2 - Wireless- N Router User Manual

NETGEAR WNR1000v2 - Wireless- N Router User Manual

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NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134 USA
202-10546-01
September 2009
v1.0

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  • Page 1 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA 202-10546-01 September 2009 v1.0...
  • Page 2 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 3 France. Europe – Declaration of Conformity in Languages of the European Community Č [NETGEAR Inc.] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [WNR1000v2] je ve shode se základními esky požadavky a dalšími príslušnými ustanoveními smernice 1999/5/ES.
  • Page 4 Español Por medio de la presente [NETGEAR Inc.] declara que el [WNR1000v2] cumple con los [Spanish] requisitos esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE. ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ [NETGEAR Inc.] ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ [WNR1000v2] Eλληνική [Greek] ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ...
  • Page 5 FCC Declaration Of Conformity We NETGEAR, Inc., 4500 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara, CA 95054, declare under our sole responsibility that the model Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: v1.0, September 2009...
  • Page 6 Tested to Comply with FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE Modifications made to the product, unless expressly approved by NETGEAR, Inc., could void the user's right to operate the equipment. Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications Actual data throughput will vary.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents About This Manual Conventions, Formats, and Scope ................... xi How to Use This Manual ....................xii How to Print This Manual ....................xiii Revision History .......................xiii Chapter 1 Configuring Basic Connectivity Using the Setup Manual ....................1-1 Logging In To Your Wireless Router ................1-2 Selecting a Language for Your Screen Display ..............1-5 Configuring Your Internet Settings Using the Setup Wizard ...........1-6 Viewing and Configuring Basic Internet Settings ............1-6...
  • Page 8 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address .............2-18 Changing the Administrator Password .................2-20 Backing Up Your Configuration ..................2-21 Understanding Your Firewall ..................2-22 Chapter 3 Restricting Access From Your Network Content Filtering Overview .....................3-1 Blocking Access to Internet Sites ...................3-1 Blocking Access to Internet Services ................3-3 Blocking Services by IP Address Range ..............3-5 Scheduling Blocking .......................3-5...
  • Page 9 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual How Port Forwarding Changes the Communication Process ........5-5 How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering ...........5-6 Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers ..............5-6 Adding a Custom Service ..................5-7 Editing or Deleting a Port Forwarding Entry .............5-8 Configuring Port Triggering ....................5-9 Using Universal Plug and Play ..................5-12 Optimizing Wireless Performance ................5-14...
  • Page 10 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Problems with Date and Time ..................7-10 Problems with Wireless Adapter Connections ..............7-11 Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ............7-12 Appendix A Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings ..................A-1 General Specifications ....................A-3 Appendix B Related Documents Index Contents...

  • Page 11: About This Manual

    The user manual provides information for configuring the features of the NETGEAR ® Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 beyond initial configuration settings. Initial configuration instructions can be found in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. You should have basic to intermediate computer and Internet skills.

  • Page 12: How To Use This Manual

    Double-click a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the topic is described in the manual. • button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product model. • Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.

  • Page 13: How To Print This Manual

    Revision History NETGEAR, Inc. is constantly searching for ways to improve its products and documentation. The following table indicates any changes that might have been made since the WNR1000v2 router was introduced.
  • Page 14 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual v1.0, September 2009...

  • Page 15: Configuring Basic Connectivity

    For first-time installation of your wireless router, refer to the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. The Setup Manual explains how to launch the NETGEAR Smart Wizard on the Resource CD to step you through the procedure to connect your router, modem, and computers. The Smart Wizard will assist you in configuring your wireless settings and enabling wireless security for your network.

  • Page 16: Logging In To Your Wireless Router

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Logging In To Your Wireless Router When the wireless router is connected to your network, you can access and configure the router using your browser. The Default Access login information is printed on the bottom label of your router.
  • Page 17 – To automatically update to the new firmware, click Yes to allow the router to download and install the new firmware file from NETGEAR. Warning: When uploading firmware to the WNR1000v2 router, do not interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page.
  • Page 18 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. If there is no new firmware, the login will take you to the Router Status screen displayed here. Figure 1-4 If the wireless router is connected to the Internet, you can select Knowledge Base or Documentation under Web Support in the main menu to view support information or the documentation for the wireless router.

  • Page 19: Selecting A Language For Your Screen Display

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Selecting a Language for Your Screen Display Using the Select Language drop-down menu, located in the upper right corner of the Router Manager screen, you can display the router manager screens in any of languages shown in Figure 1-5: Figure 1-5 The language is set to English by default.

  • Page 20: Configuring Your Internet Settings Using The Setup Wizard

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual To specify a language to be used on your router manager screens, do the following: 1. Expand the list and select the language you want. 2. Click Apply. The language you select is then downloaded and displayed in the language selection box, and your screen display will be in the selected language.

  • Page 21: Your Internet Connection Does Not Require A Login

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Your Internet Connection Does Not Require a Login If no login is required by your ISP, the following settings appear in the Basic Settings screen. No login required Figure 1-6 • Account Name (might also be called Host Name). The account name is provided to the ISP during a DHCP request from your router.
  • Page 22 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual – If your ISP has assigned you a permanent, fixed (static) IP address for your computer, select Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address that your ISP assigned. Also, enter the subnet mask and the gateway IP address. The gateway is the ISP’s router to which your router will connect.

  • Page 23: Your Internet Connection Does Require A Login

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Your Internet Connection Does Require a Login If a login is required by your ISP, the following settings appear in the Basic Settings screen: Login required Figure 1-7 • Does Your Internet Connection Require A Login? If you usually must use a login program such as WinPOET to access the Internet, your Internet connection requires a login.
  • Page 24 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • Internet Service Provider. This drop-down list contains a few ISPs that need special protocols for connection. Not all ISPs are listed here. The ones on this list have special requirements. The list includes: Figure 1-8 –...

  • Page 25: Setting Up And Testing Basic Wireless Connectivity

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • Dial on Demand. The router logs in only when outgoing traffic is present and logs out after the idle time-out. • Manually Connect. The router logs in or logs out only when the user clicks Connect or Disconnect in the Router Status screen.
  • Page 26 In the Name (SSID) field, you can enter a value of up to 32 alphanumeric characters. The default SSID is NETGEAR. Note: The SSID is case-sensitive; NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. Also, the SSID of any wireless access adapters must match the SSID you specify in the WNR1000v2 router.
  • Page 27 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 6. Select Wireless Settings under Advanced in the main menu of the WNR1000v2 router. Figure 1-11 7. Make sure that the Enable Wireless Router Radio, Enable SSID Broadcast, and Enable WMM check boxes are selected. 8.
  • Page 28 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 1-14 Configuring Basic Connectivity v1.0, September 2009...

  • Page 29: Safeguarding Your Network

    As a minimum, however, NETGEAR recommends using WEP with Shared Key authentication. Do not run an unsecured wireless network unless it is your intention to provide free Internet access for the public.
  • Page 30 Note: NETGEAR recommends that you change the administration password of your router. Default passwords are well known, and an intruder can use your administrator access to read or disable your security settings.
  • Page 31 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • Use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to automatically set the SSID and implement WPA/ WPA2 security on both the router and the client device. If the clients in your network are WPS capable, you can use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) to automatically set the SSID and implement WPA/WPA2 security on both the router and the client device (see “Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)”...
  • Page 32 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Table 2-2. Other Features That Enhance Security Security Type Description Disable the wireless router radio. If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless devices cannot communicate with the router at all. You might disable this when you are away or when other users of your network all use wired connections.

  • Page 33: Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Recording Basic Wireless Settings Setup Information Before and after customizing your wireless settings, print this section, and record the following information. If you are working with an existing wireless network, the person who set up or is responsible for the network can provide this information.

  • Page 34: Changing Wireless Security Settings

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual – Passphrase. ______________________________ These characters are case-sensitive. Enter a word or group of printable characters. When you use WPA-PSK, the other devices in the network will not connect unless they are also set to WPA-PSK and are configured with the correct passphrase.
  • Page 35 For a wireless device to participate in a particular wireless network, it must be configured with the SSID for that network. The WNR1000v2 default SSID is NETGEAR. You can disable this broadcast as described in “Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings” on page 2-11.

  • Page 36: Configuring Wep Wireless Security

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual – Up to 150 Mbps - Performance Mode - Maximum Nx speeds up to 150 Mbps. Using channel expansion to achieve the 150 Mbps data rate, the WNR1000v2 will use the channel you selected as the primary channel and expand to the secondary channel (primary channel +4 or –4) to achieve a 40 MHz frame-by-frame bandwidth.
  • Page 37 Automatic. In the Passphrase field, enter a word or group of printable characters, and click Generate. The passphrase is case-sensitive. For example, NETGEAR is not the same as nETgear. The four key fields are automatically populated with key values. •...

  • Page 38: Configuring Wpa-Psk And Wpa2-Psk Wireless Security

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security Wi-Fi Protected Access with Pre-Shared Key (WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK) data encryption provides extremely strong data security, very effectively blocking eavesdropping. Because WPA and WPA2 are relatively new standards, older wireless adapters and devices might not support them.

  • Page 39: Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Figure 2-4 4. Click Apply to save your settings. Viewing Advanced Wireless Settings This section describes the wireless settings that you can view and specify in the Advanced Wireless Settings screen, which you access under Advanced in the main menu. To configure the advanced wireless security settings of your router: 1.
  • Page 40 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Figure 2-5 The available settings in this screen are: • Enable Wireless Router Radio. If you disable the wireless router radio, wireless devices cannot connect to the WNR1000v2 router. If you will not be using your wireless network for a period of time, you can clear this check box and disable all wireless connectivity.

  • Page 41: Using Push 'N' Connect (Wi-Fi Protected Setup)

    (SSID) and wireless security settings for the router (if the router is in its default state) and broadcasts these settings to the wireless client. Note: NETGEAR’s Push 'N' Connect feature is based on the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) standard (for more information, see http://www.wi-fi.org). All other Wi-Fi- certified and WPS-capable products should be compatible with NETGEAR products that implement Push 'N' Connect.
  • Page 42 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. On the wireless client, follow its specific networking instructions to enable WPS, to allow it to connect to the router. The WNR1000v2 router’s green light ceases blinking and remains on when one of these conditions occurs: •...

  • Page 43: Security Pin Entry

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual The green light on the WNR1000v2 router begins to blink in a regular pattern. While the button light is blinking, you have 2 minutes to enable WPS on the device you are trying to connect to the router.

  • Page 44: Configuring The Wps Settings

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Figure 2-8 4. On the wireless client, obtain its security PIN, or follow its specific networking instructions to generate a client security PIN. 5. In the Add WPS Client screen of the WNR1000v2 router, enter the client security PIN in the Enter Client’s PIN field.

  • Page 45: Connecting Additional Wireless Client Devices After Wps Setup

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual These options are available under WPS Settings: • Router’s PIN. The PIN is displayed so that you can use it to configure the router through WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup). It is also displayed on the router’s label. •...

  • Page 46: Restricting Wireless Access By Mac Address

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual To connect both non-WPS-enabled and WPS-enabled clients to the WNR1000v2 router: 1. Configure the settings of the WNR1000v2 router (shown in the Wireless Settings screen) for WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK security, and record that information. See “Configuring WPA-PSK and WPA2-PSK Wireless Security”...
  • Page 47 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. In the Advanced Wireless Settings screen, click Setup Access List to display the Wireless Card Access List. Figure 2-11 3. Click Add to add a wireless device to the wireless access control list. The Wireless Card Access Setup screen opens and displays a list of currently active wireless cards and their Ethernet MAC addresses.

  • Page 48: Changing The Administrator Password

    Changing the Administrator Password The default password for the router’s Web Configuration Manager is password. NETGEAR recommends that you change this password to a more secure password. Tip: Before changing the router password, back up your configuration settings with the default password of password.

  • Page 49: Backing Up Your Configuration

    The configuration settings of the WNR1000v2 router are stored within the router in a configuration file. You can back up (save) this file and retrieve it later. NETGEAR recommends that you save your configuration file after you complete the configuration. If the router fails or becomes corrupted, or an administrator password is lost, you can easily re-create your configuration by restoring the configuration file.

  • Page 50: Understanding Your Firewall

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Understanding Your Firewall Your Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 contains a true firewall to protect your network from attacks and intrusions. A firewall is a device that protects one network from another while allowing communication between the two. Using a process called Stateful Packet Inspection, the firewall analyzes all inbound and outbound traffic to determine whether or not it will be allowed to pass through.

  • Page 51: Restricting Access From Your Network

    Chapter 3 Restricting Access From Your Network This chapter describes how to use the content filtering and reporting features of the Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 to protect your network. This chapter includes the following sections: • “Content Filtering Overview” •...
  • Page 52 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual To block access to Internet sites: 1. Select Block Sites under Content Filtering in the main menu. The Block Sites screen displays. Figure 3-1 2. Enable keyword blocking by selecting either Per Schedule or Always. To block by schedule, be sure to specify a time period in the Schedule screen.

  • Page 53: Blocking Access To Internet Services

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Blocking Access to Internet Services The WNR1000v2 router allows you to block the use of certain Internet services by computers on your network. This is called service blocking or port filtering. Services are functions performed by server computers at the request of client computers.
  • Page 54 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. Specify a service for blocking by clicking Add. The Block Services Setup screen displays. Figure 3-3 4. From the Service Type list, select the application or service to be allowed or blocked. The list already displays several common services, but you are not limited to these choices.

  • Page 55: Blocking Services By Ip Address Range

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Blocking Services by IP Address Range In the Filter Services For area, you can block the specified service for a single computer, a range of computers (having consecutive IP addresses), or all computers on your network. Scheduling Blocking The WNR1000v2 router allows you to specify when blocking is enforced.

  • Page 56: Viewing Logs Of Web Access Or Attempted Web Access

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. Click Apply to save your settings. Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access The log is a detailed record of the websites you have accessed or attempted to access. Up to 128 entries are stored in the log.

  • Page 57: Configuring E-Mail Alert And Web Access Log Notifications

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual To refresh the log screen, click the Refresh button. To clear the log entries, click the Clear Log button. To e-mail the log immediately, click the Send Log button. Configuring E-mail Alert and Web Access Log Notifications To receive logs and alerts by e-mail, you must provide your e-mail account information.

  • Page 58: Setting The Time Zone

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. If your e-mail server requires authentication, select the My Mail Server requires authentication check box. a. Enter your user name for the e-mail server in the User Name field. b. Enter your password for the e-mail server in the Password field. 4.

  • Page 59: Customizing Your Network Settings

    Chapter 4 Customizing Your Network Settings This chapter describes how to configure advanced networking features of the Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 , including LAN, WAN, and routing settings. It contains the following sections: • “Using the LAN IP Setup Options”...

  • Page 60: Configuring A Device Name

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Configuring a Device Name The device name is a user-friendly name for the router. This name is shown in the Network on Windows Vista and the Network Explorer on all Windows systems. The Device Name field cannot be blank.

  • Page 61: Using The Router As A Dhcp Server

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual – RIP-1 is universally supported. RIP-1 is usually adequate unless you have an unusual network setup. – RIP-2B carries more information than RIP-1 and uses subnet broadcasting. – RIP-2M carries more information than RIP-1 and uses multicasting. Using the Router as a DHCP Server By default, the router functions as a DHCP server, allowing it to assign IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers connected to the router’s LAN.

  • Page 62: Using Address Reservation

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Using Address Reservation When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer on the LAN, that computer always receives the same IP address each time it accesses the router’s DHCP server. Reserved IP addresses should be assigned to computers or servers that require permanent IP settings.

  • Page 63: Using A Dynamic Dns Service

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Using a Dynamic DNS Service If your Internet Service Provider (ISP) gave you a permanently assigned IP address, you can register a domain name and have that name linked with your IP address by public Domain Name Servers (DNS).

  • Page 64: Configuring The Wan Setup Options

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box. 3. Select the name of your Dynamic DNS service provider. 4. Enter the host name (or domain name) that your Dynamic DNS service provider gave you. 5.

  • Page 65: Setting Up A Default Dmz Server

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual known exploits such as malformed, oversized, or out-of-sequence packets. The firewall should be disabled only in special circumstances, such as when you are troubleshooting application issues. Setting Up a Default DMZ Server The default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with Network Address Translation (NAT).

  • Page 66: Setting The Mtu Size

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Setting the MTU Size The normal MTU value for most Ethernet networks is 1500 bytes, 1492 bytes for PPPoE connections, or 1450 for PPTP connections. For some ISPs, you might need to reduce the MTU size, but this is rarely required and should not be done unless you are sure it is necessary for your ISP connection.
  • Page 67 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual When you first configured your router, two implicit static routes were created. A default route was created with your ISP as the gateway, and a second static route was created to your local network for all 192.168.1.x addresses.
  • Page 68 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Click Add to expand the Static Routes screen. Figure 4-6 3. In the Route Name field, enter a name for this static route. (This is for identification purposes only.) 4. Select the Private check box if you want to limit access to the LAN only. If Private is selected, the static route is not reported in RIP.

  • Page 69: Fine-Tuning Your Network

    Chapter 5 Fine-Tuning Your Network This chapter describes how to modify the configuration of the Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 to allow specific applications to access the Internet or to be accessed from the Internet, and how to make adjustments to enhance your network’s performance. This chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 70: How Your Computer Accesses A Remote Computer Through Your Router

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual How Your Computer Accesses a Remote Computer through Your Router When a computer on your network needs to access a computer on the Internet, your computer sends your router a message containing source and destination address and process information. Before forwarding your message to the remote computer, your router must modify the source information and must create and track the communication session so that replies can be routed back to your computer.

  • Page 71: How Port Triggering Changes The Communication Process

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 4. The Web server at www.example.com composes a return message with the requested Web page data. The return message contains the following address and port information: • The source address is the IP address of www.example.com. •...
  • Page 72 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual “When you initiate a session with destination port 6667, you must also allow incoming traffic on port 113 to reach the originating computer.” Using steps similar to the preceding example, the following sequence shows the effects of the port triggering rule you have defined: 1.

  • Page 73: How Port Forwarding Changes The Communication Process

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual How Port Forwarding Changes the Communication Process In both of the preceding examples, your computer initiates an application session with a server computer on the Internet. However, you might need to allow a client computer on the Internet to initiate a connection to a server computer on your network.

  • Page 74: How Port Forwarding Differs From Port Triggering

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering The following points summarize the differences between port forwarding and port triggering: • Port triggering can be used by any computer on your network, although only one computer can use it at a time.

  • Page 75: Adding A Custom Service

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual To configure port forwarding to a local server: 1. Select Port Forwarding/Port Triggering under Advanced in the main menu. The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering screen displays. Figure 5-1 2. From the Service Name list, select the service or game that you will host on your network. If the service does not appear in the list, see the following section, “Adding a Custom Service.”...

  • Page 76: Editing Or Deleting A Port Forwarding Entry

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Click Add Service (see Figure 5-1 on page 5-7).The Ports–Custom Services screen displays. Figure 5-2 3. In the Service Name field, enter a descriptive name. 4. In the Service Type field, select the protocol. If you are unsure, select TCP/UDP. 5.

  • Page 77: Configuring Port Triggering

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Click Edit Service or Delete Service to make changes. 3. Click Apply. Application Example: Making a Local Web Server Public If you host a Web server on your local network, you can use port forwarding to allow Web requests from anyone on the Internet to reach your Web server.
  • Page 78 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual While port forwarding creates a static mapping of a port number or range to a single local computer, port triggering can dynamically open ports to any computer that needs them and can close the ports when they are no longer needed. Note: If you use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer connections, real- time communications such as instant messaging, or remote assistance (a feature in Windows XP), you should also enable Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) according...
  • Page 79 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 4. In the Port Triggering Timeout field, enter a value up to 9999 minutes. This value controls the inactivity timer for the designated inbound ports. The inbound ports close when the inactivity time expires. This is required because the router cannot be sure when the application has terminated.

  • Page 80: Using Universal Plug And Play

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 11. Click Apply. The service appears in the Port Triggering Portmap table. Figure 5-6 Using Universal Plug and Play Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) helps devices, such as Internet appliances and computers, to access the network and connect to other devices as needed. UPnP devices can automatically discover the services from other registered UPnP devices on the network.
  • Page 81 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 1. Select UPnP under Advanced the main menu. The UPnP screen displays. Figure 5-7 2. The available settings and information displayed in this screen are: • Turn UPnP On. UPnP can be enabled or disabled for automatic device configuration. The default setting for UPnP is disabled.

  • Page 82: Optimizing Wireless Performance

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Optimizing Wireless Performance The speed and operating distance or range of your wireless connection can vary significantly based on the physical placement of the wireless router. You should choose a location for your router that will maximize the network speed.

  • Page 83: Changing The Mtu Size

    “fragmented” to accommodate the one with the smallest MTU. The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often just the default value, and changing the value might fix one problem but cause another. Leave MTU unchanged unless one of these situations occurs: •...

  • Page 84: Overview Of Home And Small Office Networking Technologies

    Table 5-1. Common MTU Sizes Application 1500 The largest Ethernet packet size and the default value. This is the typical setting for non- PPPoE, non-VPN connections, and is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches. 1492 Used in PPPoE environments.

  • Page 85: Assessing Your Speed Requirements

    Powerline. For connecting rooms or floors that are blocked by obstructions or are distant vertically, consider networking over your building’s AC wiring. NETGEAR’s Powerline HD family of products delivers up to 200 Mbps to any outlet, while the older-generation XE family of products delivers 14 Mbps or 85 Mbps.
  • Page 86 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • Streaming MP3 audio requires less than 1 Mbps per stream and does not strain most modern networks. Like video, however, streaming audio is also sensitive to latency and packet loss, so a congested network or a noisy link can cause problems. •...

  • Page 87: Using Network Monitoring Tools

    Chapter 6 Using Network Monitoring Tools This chapter describes how to use the maintenance features of your Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 . This chapter includes the following sections: • “Viewing Wireless Router Status Information” • “Viewing a List of Attached Devices” on page 6-7 •...

  • Page 88: Viewing Wireless Router Status Information

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Viewing Wireless Router Status Information To view router status and usage information: 1. Select Router Status under Maintenance in the main menu. The Router Status screen displays. Figure 6-1 Using Network Monitoring Tools v1.0, September 2009...
  • Page 89 Domain Name Server The Domain Name Server addresses being used by the router. A Domain Name Server translates human-language URLs such as www.netgear.com into IP addresses. LAN Port. The following settings apply to the Ethernet (LAN) port of the router. MAC Address The Media Access Control address.
  • Page 90 Wireless Port. The following settings apply to the wireless port of the router. Name (SSID) The wireless network name (SSID) being used by the wireless port of the router. The default is NETGEAR. Region The geographic region where the router is being used. It might be illegal to use the wireless features of the router in some parts of the world.
  • Page 91 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Click Connection Status to display the connection status. Figure 6-2 Table 6-2 describes the connection status settings. Table 6-2. Connection Status Settings Item Description IP Address The IP address that is assigned to the router. Subnet Mask The subnet mask that is assigned to the router.
  • Page 92 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. Click Show Statistics to display router usage statistics. Figure 6-3 Table 6-3 describes the router statistics. Table 6-3. Router Statistics Item Description System Up Time The time elapsed since the router was last restarted. Port The statistics for the WAN (Internet) and LAN (Ethernet) ports.

  • Page 93: Viewing A List Of Attached Devices

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Viewing a List of Attached Devices The Attached Devices screen contains a table of all IP devices that the router has discovered on the local network. Select Attached Devices under Maintenance in the main menu to view the table. Figure 6-4 For each device, the table shows the IP address, NetBIOS host name or device name (if available), and the Ethernet MAC address.

  • Page 94: Default Configuration Settings

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual The following sections describe the three available options. Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration The Restore and Backup options in the Settings Backup screen let you save and retrieve a file containing your router’s configuration settings. To save your settings, click Backup.

  • Page 95: Updating The Router Firmware

    Updating the Router Firmware The firmware of the WNR1000v2 router is stored in flash memory, and can be updated as NETGEAR releases new firmware. You can update your firmware by logging into the router and using one of these procedures: •...

  • Page 96: Updating Manually To New Router Firmware

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 2. Check for new software versions by clicking the Check button. • If a new version is found, information about it appears. Figure 6-7 • If no new firmware version is available, a message displays and the router returns to the Firmware Update screen.
  • Page 97 3. Compare the version number of the most recent firmware offered to the firmware version of your router. If the version on the NETGEAR website is more recent, download the file from the WNR1000v2 support page to your computer.

  • Page 98: Enabling Remote Management Access

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Enabling Remote Management Access Using the Remote Management feature, you can allow a user on the Internet to configure, upgrade, and check the status of your WNR1000v2 router. Select Remote Management under Advanced in the main menu.
  • Page 99 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • To allow access from any IP address on the Internet, select Everyone. • To allow access from a range of IP addresses on the Internet, select IP Address Range. Enter a beginning and ending IP address to define the allowed range. •...

  • Page 100: Traffic Meter

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Traffic Meter Traffic Metering allows you to monitor the volume of Internet traffic passing through your router’s Internet port. With the Traffic Meter utility, you can set limits for traffic volume, set a monthly limit, and get a live update of traffic usage.
  • Page 101 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 3. If you would like to record and restrict the volume of Internet traffic, click the Traffic volume control by radio button. You can select one of the following options for controlling the traffic volume: •...
  • Page 102 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 6-16 Using Network Monitoring Tools v1.0, September 2009...

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting

    WNR1000v2 . After each problem description, instructions are provided to help you diagnose and solve the problem. As a first step, please review the Quick Tips. Tip: NETGEAR provides helpful articles, documentation, and the latest software updates at http://www.netgear.com/support. This chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting Basic Functions

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 4. Turn on the wireless router and wait 1 minute. 5. Turn on the computers. Make sure that the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in. • The Internet status light on the wireless router is on if the Ethernet cable connecting the wireless router and the modem is plugged in securely and the modem and wireless router are turned on.
  • Page 105 • Check that you are using the power adapter supplied by NETGEAR for this product. If the error persists, you have a hardware problem and should contact Technical Support. The Power light blinks green slowly and continuously.
  • Page 106 2. Make sure that power is turned on to the connected computer. 3. Be sure you are using Ethernet cables like the cable that was supplied with the wireless router. See the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual for instructions. The Push 'N' Connect (WPS) push-button blinks amber.

  • Page 107: Login Problems

    • If you are using an Ethernet-connected computer, check the Ethernet connection between the computer and the router as described in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. • Make sure you are using the correct login information. The factory default login name is admin and the password is password.

  • Page 108: Checking The Internet Service Connection

    • If you are attempting to set up your NETGEAR router as a replacement for an ADSL gateway in your network, the router cannot perform many gateway services, for example, converting ADSL or Cable data into Ethernet networking information. NETGEAR does not support such a configuration.

  • Page 109: Troubleshooting Pppoe

    Configure your router to spoof your computer’s MAC address. On the Basic Settings screen in the Router MAC Address section, select “Use this Computer’s MAC Address” and click Apply. Then restart your network in the correct sequence (see the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual for instructions).

  • Page 110: Troubleshooting Internet Browsing

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Troubleshooting Internet Browsing If your wireless router can obtain an IP address but your computer is unable to load any web pages from the Internet, check the following: • Your computer might not recognize any DNS server addresses. A DNS server is a host on the Internet that translates Internet names (such as www addresses) to numeric IP addresses.

  • Page 111: Testing The Lan Path To Your Router

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Testing the LAN Path to Your Router You can ping the router from your computer to verify that the LAN path to your router is set up correctly. To ping the router from a running Windows PC: 1.

  • Page 112: Testing The Path From Your Computer To A Remote Device

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device After verifying that the LAN path works correctly, test the path from your computer to a remote device. 1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button, and then select Run. 2.

  • Page 113: Problems With Wireless Adapter Connections

    2. Use the adapter’s setup program to scan for available wireless networks, looking for the network name (SSID) of NETGEAR, or your custom SSID if you have changed it. 3. If your wireless network appears and has good signal strength, configure and test with the simplest wireless connection possible.

  • Page 114: Restoring The Default Configuration And Password

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual • Is your router set to a wireless standard that is not supported by your wireless adapter? Check the Mode setting as described in “Viewing and Configuring Basic Internet Settings” on page 1-6. If your wireless network appears, but the signal strength is weak, check these conditions: •...
  • Page 115 If the wireless router fails to restart, or the Power light continues to blink or turns solid amber, the unit might be defective. If the error persists, you might have a hardware problem and should contact Technical Support at http://www.netgear.com/support. Troubleshooting 7-13 v1.0, September 2009...
  • Page 116 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual 7-14 Troubleshooting v1.0, September 2009...

  • Page 117: Technical Specifications

    Appendix A Technical Specifications Default Configuration Settings This appendix provides factory default settings and technical specifications for the Wireless-N 150 Router Model WNR1000v2 . Table A-1. WNR1000v2 Router Default Configuration Settings Feature Default Setting Router Login Router Login URL http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com Login Name (case-sensitive) printed on admin...
  • Page 118 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Table A-1. WNR1000v2 Router Default Configuration Settings (continued) Wireless Enabled Wireless Communication NETGEAR SSID Name Security Disabled All wireless stations allowed Wireless Access List (MAC Filtering) Broadcast SSID Enabled Transmission Speed Auto Country/Region United States (North America only; otherwise...

  • Page 119: General Specifications

    Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual General Specifications Table A-2. WNR1000v2 Router General Specifications Feature General Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility Data and Routing Protocols TCP/IP, RIP-1, RIP-2, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, Bigpond, Dynamic DNS, and UPnP Power Adapter North America 120V, 60 Hz, input UK, Australia 240V, 50 Hz, input...
  • Page 120 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Technical Specifications v1.0, September 2009...

  • Page 121: Appendix B Related Documents

    Wireless Networking Basics http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm Preparing Your Network http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm Virtual Private Networking http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm Basics Glossary http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm In addition, you can find initial setup instructions for your wireless router in the NETGEAR Wireless Router Setup Manual. Related Documents v1.0, September 2009...
  • Page 122 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Related Documents v1.0, September 2009...
  • Page 123 Index bold text broadband Internet 5-16 access broadcast status blocking remote 6-12 restricting by MAC address 2-18 to a remote computer cables, checking to the router viewing logs channel, frequency access control channel, wireless port turning off 1-13 clients, adding 2-13, 2-17, 6-4 turning on 2-20...
  • Page 124 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual data packets, fragmented factory default settings 5-15 listed date and time, troubleshooting 7-10 restoring 7-12 daylight savings time 3-8, 7-11 filtering content default DMZ server firewalls default factory settings default settings listed disabling restoring 7-12 overview 2-22...
  • Page 125 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual IP addresses restricting access by 2-18 blocking access by spoofing current mail server, outgoing dynamic or static managing router remotely 6-12 metric value registering domain name 4-10 reserved mixed mode encryption 2-3, 2-10 IP subnet mask mode, communication 4-2, 6-3 2-7, 6-4...
  • Page 126 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual port status RIP (Router Information Protocol) direction port triggering route name 4-10 configuring router PIN 2-15, 2-17 example router status, viewing portmap table 5-13 power adapter specifications Power light, troubleshooting and scheduling blocking Powerline HD products 5-17 screen display language PPPoE (PPP over Ethernet)
  • Page 127 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual subnet mask 4-2, 6-3 system up time WAN setup WEP encryption 2-3, 2-8 Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) 2-13, 6-4, 7-4 TCP/IP network, troubleshooting wildcards, DNS and technical specifications Wireless Card Access List 2-18, 2-19 Telstra Bigpond 1-10 wireless client PIN...
  • Page 128 Wireless-N 150 Router WNR1000v2 User Manual Index-6 v1.0, September 2009...

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