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Chapter 1
Connecting the Router to the Internet
The WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router provides connection for multiple computers to the
Internet through an external broadband access device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that
is normally intended for use by a single computer. For information about product features and
compatible NETGEAR products, see the NETGEAR website at
.
This chapter describes how to connect your router and how to access the Internet through it.
After the router is connected to the Internet and your wireless connections are working, you should
implement wireless security (
Chapter 2, “Wireless Settings and Security”
. You can also configure
content filtering (
Chapter 3, “Content Filtering
), and advanced users can configure maintenance
(
Chapter 4, “Maintenance
) and advanced settings (
Chapter 5, “Advanced Configuration”
).
What Is in the Box
The product package should contain the following items:
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The wireless router
•
An AC power adapter (varies by region)
•
Vertical stand
•
A yellow Ethernet cable
•
108 Mbps Wireless Router WGRT624 v4 Resource CD
, including:
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The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant
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This manual
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Warranty and Support Information cards
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the
carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.
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Wireless Router
Take a moment to become familiar with the router. The following sections describe the bottom
label, front view, and back view.
Bottom Label
View the label on the bottom of the wireless router to identify the serial number, security PIN
number, port connectors, status lights, and default login information.
Status Lights on the Front
You can use the status lights on the front of the wireless router to verify various conditions.
Figure 1-1
Table 1-1.
Status Lights
Status Light
Activity
Description
1.
Power
On
Off
Power is supplied to the router.
Power is not supplied to the router.
2.
Test
On
Blink
Off
The system is initializing or the Reset button was pressed in for 5
seconds.
Firmware upgrade in process, or factory default settings have been
restored.
The system is ready and running.
5
2
4
1
3
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Port Connections on the Back
The back of the wireless router has the following port connections:
1.
Power adapter port
2.
Four local Ethernet (LAN) ports for connecting the local computers
3.
Internet port for connecting to a cable or ADSL modem
4.
Factory default reset button
5.
Wireless antenna
3.
Wireless
On
Blink
Off
Indicates that the Wireless radio is enabled.
Data is being transferred.
The wireless router radio is off. (See
“Advanced Wireless Settings”
in Chapter 2
.)
4.
Internet
On (Amber)
On (Green)
Blink (Green)
Off
The Ethernet cable is connected, but the wireless router has not
received an Internet address.
The wireless router has an Internet address.
Data is being communicated with the Internet.
No link is detected on this port.
5.
LAN (Local Area
Network) Lights
1–4
On (Green)
Blink (Green)
On (Amber)
Blink (Amber)
Off
The local port is connected to a 100 Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted at 100 Mbps.
The local port has detected a link with a 10 Mbps device.
Data is being transmitted at 10 Mbps.
No link is detected on this port.
Figure 1-2
Table 1-1.
Status Lights (continued)
1
2
3
5
4

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