Netgear WNR612v2 - Wireless-N 150 Router driver and firmware
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WNR612v2 Data Sheet - Page 1
...SSID (guest network) support • Works with Wireless-G adapters • Better wireless coverage and higher speed than Wireless-G • Three power/range settings reduce power up to 75% • Software Wi-Fi button conserves energy
The NETGEAR Difference
WNR612 Guest network access Push 'N' Connect using WPS Energy saving features Broadband usage meter Advanced Quality of Service
Which is...
WNR612v2 Data Sheet - Page 2
...) • Denial-of-service (DoS) attack prevention • Push `N' Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup® (WPS)
Package Contents
• Wireless-N 150 Router (WNR612v2) • Ethernet cable • Vertical stand • Installation guide • Warranty/support information card • Power adapter, localized to country of sale
Warranty
• NETGEAR 1-year warranty
PCs...
WNR612v2 Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 1
... modem.
• If a LAN light is off, be sure the Ethernet cable is securely attached at both ends, and that the computer is turned on.
• Solid green: Local port is connected to a 10 or 100 Mbps device.
• Blinking green: Data is being transmitted at 10 or 100 Mbps.
Technical Support
Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products.
After installing...
WNR612v2 Installation Guide (PDF) - Page 2
... on the wireless device that you want to connect to your router. (For example, on Windows XP, go to Control Panel ->Network Connections, right click the wireless device and select View Available Wireless Networks).
2. The wireless software will scan for all wireless networks in your area. Look for and select the network name that you chose when you set up your router.
3. If your network is secured...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 2
Wireless-N 150 Router WNR612v2 User Manual
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Technical Support
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WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 4
Wireless-N 150 Router WNR612v2 User Manual
Using the Router as a DHCP Server 35 Using Address Reservation 36 Using a Dynamic DNS Service 37 Configuring the WAN Setup Options 38 Disabling Port Scan and DOS Protection 39 Setting Up a Default DMZ Server 39 Responding to a Ping on the Internet (WAN) Port 40 Setting the MTU Size 40 Disabling IGMP Proxying 40 Disabling SIP ALG 40 Enabling IPv6...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 6
... 150 Router WNR612v2 Installation Guide included in the package.
This chapter describes how to configure your Wireless-N 150 Router WNR612v2 Internet connection. This chapter includes:
• Logging In to Your Wireless Router on page 7 • Selecting a Language for Your Screen Display on page 8 • Using the Setup Wizard on page 9 • Viewing or Manually Configuring Your ISP Settings...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 7
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Logging In to Your Wireless Router
You can log in to the wireless router to view or change its settings, and to access the Knowledge Base and documentation.
To log in to the wireless router: 1. If you have not set up wireless connections yet, connect your computer to the wireless
router with an Ethernet cable. 2. In the address field of your Internet ...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 18
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Configuring WPA, WPA2, or WPA + WPA2
Both WPA and WPA2 provide strong data security. WPA with TKIP is a software implementation that can be used on Windows systems with Service Pack 2 or later, WPA2 with AES is a hardware implementation; see your device documentation before implementing it. Consult the product documentation for your wireless adapter for instructions...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 43
... use the maintenance features of your wireless router.
This chapter includes the following sections:
• Upgrading the Firmware on page 44 • Backing Up, Restoring, and Erasing Your Settings on page 45 • Viewing Wireless Router Status Information on page 47 • Viewing a List of Attached Devices on page 50 • Enabling Remote Management Access on page 51 •...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 44
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Upgrading the Firmware
The wireless router's firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memory. By default, when you log in to your wireless router, it automatically checks the NETGEAR website for new firmware and alerts you if there is a newer version.
Note: To turn off the automatic firmware check at log in, clear the Check for Updated Firmware Upon...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 45
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Manually Checking for Firmware Upgrades
You can use the Router Upgrade screen to manually check the NETGEAR website for newer versions of firmware for your product.
Note: You can also check for upgrades from the NETGEAR website at http://www.netgear.com/support.
To manually check for new firmware and install it on your wireless router: 1. Under ...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 52
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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.
To monitor traffic on your router:
1. Under the Advanced heading, select Traffic Meter.
2. To ...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 72
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This chapter provides information about troubleshooting your wireless router. After each problem description, instructions are provided to help you diagnose and solve the problem. As a first step, 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:
•...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 77
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Note: Unless you connect manually, the wireless router will not authenticate using PPPoE until data is transmitted to the network.
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 ...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 78
... the link lights are on for the switch ports that are connected to your computer and router.
• Wrong network configuration - Verify that the Ethernet card driver software and TCP/IP software are both installed and configured on your computer. - Verify that the IP address for your router and your computer are correct and that the addresses are on the same subnet.
Testing the Path...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 79
... MAC address of a single computer connected to that modem. If this is the case, you must configure your router to "clone" or "spoof" the MAC address from the authorized computer.
Problems with Date and Time
Select E-mail under Content Filtering in the main menu to display a screen that shows the current date and time of day. The Wireless-N 150 Router WNR612v2 uses the Network...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 86
... undesired operation.
FCC Radio Frequency Interference Warnings & Instructions This equipment has been tested and found to comply 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 uses and can radiate radio frequency...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 91
...IP subnet mask 35 ISP settings 9
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keywords, blocking by 27
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LAN IP setup 34 LAN path, troubleshooting 77 LAN port
QoS for 67
language, screen display 8 local network, default settings 82 local servers, port forwarding to 58 location, router 13
logging in 7, 27
login settings 82 logout, automatic 7 logs
sending 31 time-stamping entries 30 viewing 30
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MAC addresses attached devices 50
QoS for 65...
WNR612v2 User Manual (PDF) - Page 92
... services, blocking 28 settings, default. See default factory settings Setup Wizard 9 SMTP server 32
92 | Index
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specifications technical 82
speed requirements 70 spoofing MAC addresses 76 standards, compatibility 84 static routes 41 statistics, router 48 status, connection 49 status, viewing 47 streaming video and audio 70 subnet mask 35
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TCP/IP network...