Support Thank you for purchasing this NETGEAR product. After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label of your product and use it to register your product at https://my.netgear.com. Quick Start Package Contents The box contains the following items. You must register your product before you can use NETGEAR telephone support. NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com.
You can use this diagram to connect your modem router or follow the detailed instructions in this booklet. 1. Connect the modem router to a DSL service or a cable or fiber modem. To connect to a DSL service (ADSL or VDSL): 4. Connect a computer. You can use an Ethernet cable or connect with WiFi. To connect with WiFi, use the WiFi network name and password on the product label. Install an ADSL microfilter or a VDSL microfilter and connect it to the ADSL port on the modem router.
Front and Side Panels The status LEDs and buttons on the router are shown in the following figure. WiFi button WPS button Power LED DSL LED Internet LED WiFi LED USB port LED USB 2.0 port Back Panel The connections and buttons on the rear panel of the router are shown in the following figure. Reset Power connector button Power On/Off Internet port button Ethernet ports 1–4 USB 2.
Additional Information for DSL Service Make sure that your DSL service (ADSL or VDSL) is active before you install the modem router. You need the following information to install your modem router and connect to the Internet: • DSL user name and password. This information is included in the welcome letter your DSL Internet service provider (ISP) sent you when you signed up for your service. • Your telephone number or DSL account number.
Install Your Modem Router Make sure that your Internet service is active before you install your modem router. ¾¾ To install your modem router: 1. Connect the modem router to a DSL service (ADSL or VDSL) or a cable or fiber modem. ADSL or VDSL Internet Phone cable (not included) ADSL or VDSL microfilter Phone cable Modem router To connect the modem router to a DSL service (ADSL or VDSL): a. Install an ADSL or VDSL microfilter between your phone line and a phone.
Cable or fiber Internet Modem router Ethernet cable (not included) Cable or fiber modem To connect the modem router to a cable or fiber modem: a. Unplug your modem’s power, leaving the modem connected to the wall jack for your Internet service. If your modem uses a battery backup, remove the battery. b. Plug in and turn on your modem. If your modem uses a battery backup, put the battery back in. c. With an Ethernet cable, connect your modem to the red Internet port on your modem router. 2.
c. Wait for the WiFi LED to light blue. If the WiFi LED does not light, press the WiFi On/Off . button 3. Check the DSL LED. If the modem router is connected to a DSL service, the DSL lights green. LED 4. Connect a computer.
5. Launch a web browser. The first time that you connect to the modem router, the genie screen displays. Follow the genie steps to connect to the Internet. If the genie screen does not display, try the following: • Close and reopen the browser. • Make sure that your computer is connected to one of the four black LAN Ethernet ports on the modem router, or that you are connected to your WiFi network. • Make sure that the modem router is receiving full power is lit.
WiFi Network Name and Password The preset WiFi network name (SSID) and password (network key) are unique to your modem router, like a serial number. Because the modem router automatically uses WiFi security, you don’t need to set it up. The WiFi settings are on the product label. NETGEAR recommends that you use the preset WiFi settings because you can check the product label if you forget them. NETGEAR genie lets you change these settings.
Join the WiFi Network You can either use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or select your WiFi network and type its password. For help with the WPS button on your computer or WiFi device, check the instructions or online help that came with that computer or device. Some older equipment cannot use WPS. ¾¾ To join the network using WPS: 1. Press the WPS button on the modem router for 3–5 seconds. The WPS LED on the modem router blinks white. 2.
View or Change the Modem Router Settings After you use genie to set up the modem router, you can log in to the modem router to view or change its settings. Log In to the Modem Router ¾¾ To log in to the modem router: 1. Connect a computer or WiFi device to the modem router. You can use an Ethernet cable or connect with WiFi: • For a wired connection, use an Ethernet cable (not included) to connect your computer to an Ethernet port on your modem router.
3. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password. The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Set Password. 5. Type your old password and type the new password twice. 6. To be able to recover the password, select the Enable Password Recovery check box. NETGEAR recommends that you enable password recovery. 7. Select two security questions and provide answers to them. 8. Click the Apply button. Your changes are saved.
A screen displays requesting the answers to your security questions. 6. Enter the saved answers to your security questions. 7. Click the Continue button. A screen displays your recovered password. 8. Click the Login again button. A login screen displays. 9. With your recovered password, log in to the modem router. Find a Forgotten WiFi Security Password The preset WiFi password is on the product label.
Share USB Devices on the Network ReadySHARE lets you access and share USB devices connected to the modem router. (If your storage device uses special drivers, it is not compatible.) ¾¾ To access the USB device from a Windows computer: 1. Connect a USB device to a USB port on the modem router. If your USB device uses a power supply, you must use it when you connect the device to the modem router.
¾¾ To access the USB device from a Mac: 1. Connect a USB device to a USB port on the modem router. If your USB device uses a power supply, you must use it when you connect the device to the modem router. When you connect the USB device to the modem router’s port, it might take up to two minutes before it is ready for sharing. By default, the device is available to all computers on your local area network (LAN). 2. On a Mac that is connected to the network, launch Finder and select Go > Connect to Server. 3.
ReadySHARE Vault Backup App Your modem router comes with free backup software for all the Windows computers in your home. Connect a USB hard disk drive (HDD) to the modem router for centralized, continuous, and automatic backup. Note: The following operating systems support ReadySHARE Vault: • Windows XP SP3 • Windows 7 • Windows 8 • Windows 8.1 ¾¾ To back up your Windows computer: 1. Connect a USB HDD to the appropriate port on the modem router. 2. Download ReadySHARE Vault from www.netgear.
Share a USB Printer The ReadySHARE Printer utility lets you share a USB printer that is connected to a USB port on your modem router. You can share this USB printer among the Windows and Mac computers on your network and print wirelessly. ¾¾ To set up ReadySHARE Printer: 1. Connect the USB printer to a USB port on the modem router with a USB printer cable. 2. On each computer that will share the printer, do the following: a.
NETGEAR genie App The free NETGEAR genie app lets you easily monitor, connect, and control your home network from a Windows or Mac computer, tablet, or smartphone. You can share and stream music or videos, diagnose and repair network issues, set up parental controls, and more: • Access your modem router and change its settings or diagnose and repair network issues. • Make a printer AirPrint compatible so that you can print from an iPad or iPhone.
Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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.
Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. FCC REQUIREMENTS This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules and the requirements adopted by the ACTA. On the bottom is a label that contains, among other information, a product identifier in the format US: 5NHDL01B00315.
company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary. The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations or procedures that could affect the operation of the equipment. If this happens the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.
