Netgear DG834PN - RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router driver and firmware
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DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 2
... with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to...
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... to Print this Manual 1-3 Chapter 2 Introduction About the ADSL Modem Wireless Router 2-1 Key Features ...2-2
Range Max™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) Technology 2-2 802.11g Wireless Networking 2-3 A Powerful, True Firewall 2-4 Easy Installation and Management 2-4 Protocol Support ...2-5 Content Filtering ...2-6 Auto Sensing and Auto Uplink™ LAN Ethernet Connections 2-6 What's in...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 8
... WEP 3-14 How to Configure WPA-PSK 3-15 Controlling the Dome LEDs 3-16 Chapter 4 Protecting Your Network
Protecting Access to Your DG834PN 108 Mbps RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router 4-1
How to Change the Built-In Password 4-1 Changing the Administrator Login Timeout 4-2 Configuring Basic Firewall Services 4-2 Blocking Keywords, Sites, and Services 4-3 How to Block Keywords and Sites...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 12
Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
This manual is written for the DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router according to these specifications:
Table 1-1.
Manual Specifications
Product Version Manual Publication Date
DG834PN 108 Mbps RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router November 2005
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. Web site at ...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 13
Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
How to Print this Manual
To print this manual you can choose one of the following several options, according to your needs. • Printing a Page in the HTML View.
Each page in the HTML version of the manual is dedicated to a major topic. Use the Print button on the browser toolbar...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 15
...ADSL Modem Wireless Router provides continuous, high-speed 10/100 Ethernet access between your Ethernet devices. The DG834PN enables your entire network to share an Internet connection through the built-in ADSL modem that otherwise is used by a single computer. With minimum setup, you can install and use the ADSL modem wireless router within minutes. The DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 16
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The DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router provides the following features: • RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) wireless technology • 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in Auto 108 Mbps mode, the
802.11b+g modes, and 802.11g-only. • A built-in ADSL modem • A powerful, true firewall • Easy, Web-based setup for installation and...
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... Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
A Powerful, True Firewall
Unlike simple Internet sharing NAT routers, the DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router is a true firewall, using stateful packet inspection to defend against hacker attacks. Its firewall features include:
• Denial of Service (DoS) protection Automatically detects and thwarts Denial of Service...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 19
... on the LAN or when you are connected over the Internet via the remote management function.
• Visual monitoring The ADSL modem wireless router's front panel LEDs provide an easy way to monitor its status and activity.
• Flash erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM) for firmware upgrades.
Protocol Support
The DG834PN supports Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 21
... items: • DG834PN 108 Mbps RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router • AC power adapter (varies by region) • Category 5 (Cat 5) Ethernet cable • Telephone cable • Microfilters (quantity and type vary by region) • Resource CD, which includes this guide • A printed Quick Installation Guide • Warranty and Support Information cards • Two plastic...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 26
Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
The time it takes to establish a wireless connection can vary depending on both your security settings and placement. WEP connections can take slightly longer to establish. Also, WEP encryption can consume more battery power on a notebook computer.
Implement Appropriate Wireless Security
Note: Indoors, computers can connect ...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 27
Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
• WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) data encryption provides data security. WEP Shared Key authentication ...frame re-keying of WPA make it virtually impossible to compromise. Because this is a new standard, wireless device driver and software availability may be limited.
Wireless Configuration
3-3
v1.0, November 2005
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 32
... and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA.
WPA-802.1x
User authentication is implemented using 802.1x and RADIUS servers. For a full explanation of WPA, see "Preparing a Computer for Network Access:" in Appendix B.
Fill in the following: • Radius Server Name/IP Address...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 39
... wireless router WEP settings or access the ADSL modem wireless router from a wired computer to make any further changes.
How to Configure WPA-PSK
Note: Not all wireless adapters support WPA. Furthermore, client software is required on the client. Windows XP and Windows 2000 with Service Pack 3 do include the client software that supports WPA. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 59
Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
Upgrading the ADSL Modem Wireless Router's Firmware
The software of the DG834PN RangeMax ADSL Modem Wireless Router is stored in FLASH memory, and can be upgraded as new software is released by NETGEAR. Upgrade files can be downloaded from NETGEAR's Web site. If the upgrade file is compressed (.ZIP file), you must first extract...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 60
...DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
5. Click Upload.
Note: When uploading software to the ADSL modem wireless router, it is important not to interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the browser is interrupted, it may corrupt the software. When the upload is complete, your ADSL modem wireless router will automatically restart. The upgrade...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 62
... to the ADSL modem wireless router in the Basic Settings menu.
Firmware Version
This field displays the ADSL modem wireless router firmware version.
ADSL Port
These parameters apply to the Internet (ADSL) port of the ADSL modem wireless router.
MAC Address
This field displays the Ethernet MAC address being used by the Internet (ADSL) port of the ADSL modem wireless router.
IP Address
This...
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Reference Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
Table 5-2. Router Statistics Fields
Field
Description
WAN, LAN, or Serial Port
The statistics for the WAN (Internet), LAN (local), and Serial ports. For each port, the screen displays:
Status
The link status of the port.
TxPkts
The number of packets transmitted on this port since reset or manual clear.
RxPkts
The ...
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... Manual for the DG834PN RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router
Enabling Remote Management
Using the Remote Management page, you can allow a user or users on the Internet to configure, upgrade and check the status of your DG834PN 108 Mbps RangeMaxTM ADSL Modem Wireless Router.
Note: Be sure to change the ADSL modem wireless router's default password to a very secure password. The ideal password...
DG834PN Reference Manual - Page 94
... and router.
• Wrong network configuration
- Verify that the Ethernet card driver software and TCP/IP software are both installed and configured on your PC or workstation.
- Verify that the IP address for your router and your workstation are correct and that the addresses are on the same subnet.
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device
After verifying that the LAN path...