Netgear WGR614v8 - 54 Mbps Wireless Router driver and firmware
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WGR614v8 Setup Manual - Page 6
...that the wireless router radio is enabled. The wireless router radio is disabled.
The Ethernet cable is connected but the router has not gotten an Internet address. The router has an Internet address. Data is being communicated through the Internet port.
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...
WGR614v8 Setup Manual - Page 8
Router Setup Manual
- Domain Name Server (DNS) Addresses - Fixed or Static IP Address Your ISP should have provided you with all the information needed to connect to the Internet. If you cannot locate this information, you can ask your ISP to provide it. • For cable modem service, use the computer you first used to set up your Internet service.
Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart Wizard...
WGR614v8 Setup Manual - Page 23
... sure the LAN port light is on. If the light is off, follow the instructions in "LAN or Internet Port Lights Not On" on page 2-3. - Check that the corresponding lights are on for your computer's network interface card. • Wrong network configuration - Verify that the Ethernet card driver software and TCP/IP software are both installed and configured on your computer.
Troubleshooting
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WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 2
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WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 9
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v8 User Manual
How Your Computer Accesses a Remote Computer through Your Router 5-2 How Port Triggering Changes the Communication Process 5-3 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 ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 13
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v8 User Manual
• Printing from PDF. Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader installed for you to view and print PDF files. The Acrobat Reader is available on the Adobe website at http://www.adobe.com. - Printing a PDF chapter. Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 16
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Using the Setup Manual
For first-time installation of your wireless router, refer to the Setup Manual on the Resource CD. It explains how to launch the NETGEAR Smart Wizard, which will step you through the procedure to connect your router, modem, and computers. It will also assist you in configuring your wireless settings and enabling wireless security ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 17
...1-2
If the router discovers a newer version of software, you are asked if you want to upgrade to the new software (see "Upgrading the Router Software" on page 6-7 for details). If no new firmware is available, the no new firmware available message displays.
3. In the main menu on the left, select Basic Settings under Setup. The Basic Settings screen displays showing the wireless router's home page...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 35
.... Windows XP with Service Pack 2 does include WPA support. Nevertheless, the wireless adapter hardware and driver must also support WPA. For instructions on configuring wireless computers or PDAs (personal digital assistants) for WPA-PSK security, consult the documentation for the product you are using.
To configure WPA-PSK, WPA2-PSK, or WPA-PSK+WPA2-PSK:
1. Select Wireless Settings under Setup in...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 95
... Devices" on page 6-5 • "Managing the Configuration File" in Chapter 6 • "Upgrading the Router Software" on page 6-7 • "Enabling Remote Management Access" on page 6-11
Viewing Wireless Router Status Information
To view router status and usage information: 1. From the main menu of the browser interface, under Maintenance, select Router Status. The
Router Status screen displays...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 96
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v8 User Manual
Table 6-1 describes the router status fields.
Table 6-1. Wireless Router Status Fields
Field Account Name Hardware Version Firmware Version Internet Port
MAC Address IP Address
DHCP
IP Subnet Mask
Domain Name Server
LAN Port MAC Address IP Address DHCP IP Subnet Mask
Description
The host name assigned to the router.
The hardware version of the router...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 101
...or IP address, you must use the restore factory settings button on the rear panel of the router (see "Restoring the Default Configuration and Password" on page 7-13).
Upgrading the Router Software
The routing software (also called firmware) of the Wireless-G Router is stored in flash memory, and can be upgraded as NETGEAR releases new software. Your router can download and install the new software...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 102
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v8 User Manual
The Checking for Firmware Updates screen appears at login unless you clear the Check for Updated Firmware Upon Log-in check box.
Figure 6-6
A screen is also provided for upgrading the router. From the main menu of the browser interface, under Maintenance, select Router Upgrade to display the Router Upgrade screen.
Figure 6-7
From this screen, you can ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 103
... log in. If no new software is available, the message on the right displays.
Figure 6-8
To automatically upgrade to the new software, click Yes to allow the router to download and install the new software file from NETGEAR.
Warning: When uploading software to the Wireless-G Router, do not interrupt the Web browser by closing the window, clicking a link, or loading a new page. If the...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 104
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Upgrading Manually to New Router Software
To manually select, download, and install new software to your router: 1. Under Maintenance on the main menu, select Router Status. Note the version number of your
router firmware. 2. Go to the WGR614v8 support page on the NETGEAR website at
http://www.netgear.com/support. 3. Check the most recent firmware ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 107
... chapter provides information about troubleshooting your Wireless-G Router Model WGR614v8. 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...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 109
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Troubleshooting Basic Functions
After you turn on power to the router, the following sequence of events should occur:
1. When power is first applied, verify that the Power light
is on.
2. After approximately 10 seconds, verify that:
a. The Power light is solidly on.
b. The Internet light is on.
c. A numbered LAN port light is on for any local ...
WGR614v8 User Manual - Page 113
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v8 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. From the Windows toolbar, click Start, and then select Run. 2. In the field provided, type ping followed by the IP address of the router, as in...
WGR614v8 Product datasheet - Page 1
...; Easy set-up with Smart Wizard® installation CD • Works with computers with internal wireless
Features • Internet sharing broadband router and 4-port switch • Configurable for private networks and public hotspots • Double Firewall protection from external hackers attacks • Touchless WiFi Security makes securing your network easy • Works with Windows®...
WGR614v8 Product datasheet - Page 2
... installation software makes setup easy. The WGR614 Wireless-G router is optimized for use with NETGEAR's Wireless-G PC Card (WG511), PCI Adapter (WG311) and USB 2.0 Adapter (WG111) and is backward compatible with 802.11 b wireless devices.
System Requirements - Broadband (cable, DSL) Internet service and modem with Ethernet connection - 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and cable...