Netgear Router WGT624 V4 User Manual

							202-10234-01 
May 2007
NETGEAR, Inc.
4500 Great America Parkway 
Santa Clara, CA 95054 USA
108 Mbps Wireless Router 
WGT624 v4 Reference 
Manual 
						

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© 2007 by NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. May 2007.
Trademarks
NETGEAR is a trademark of Netgear, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and Windows NT are registered trademarks of 
Microsoft Corporation. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective 
holders.
Statement of Conditions
In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to 
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit 
layout(s) described herein.
Maximum Wireless Signal Rate Derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 Specifications
Actual data throughput will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, 
building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Compliance Notice: Radio Frequency Notice
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 generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no 
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to 
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try 
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
EN 55 022 Declaration of Conformance
This is to certify that the WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router is shielded against the generation of radio interference 
in accordance with the application of Council Directive 89/336/EEC, Article 4a. Conformity is declared by the 
application of EN 55 022 Class B (CISPR 22).
Bestätigung des Herstellers/Importeurs
Es wird hiermit bestätigt, daß das WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router gemäß der im BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 
und Vfg 46/1992 aufgeführten Bestimmungen entstört ist. Das vorschriftsmäßige Betreiben einiger Geräte (z.B. 
Testsender) kann jedoch gewissen Beschränkungen unterliegen. Lesen Sie dazu bitte die Anmerkungen in der 
Betriebsanleitung.
Das Bundesamt für Zulassungen in der Telekommunikation wurde davon unterrichtet, daß dieses Gerät auf den Markt 
gebracht wurde und es ist berechtigt, die Serie auf die Erfüllung der Vorschriften hin zu überprüfen. 
						

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Certificate of the Manufacturer/Importer
It is hereby certified that the WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router has been suppressed in accordance with the 
conditions set out in the BMPT-AmtsblVfg 243/1991 and Vfg 46/1992. The operation of some equipment (for example, 
test transmitters) in accordance with the regulations may, however, be subject to certain restrictions. Please see the notes 
in the operating instructions. 
Federal Office for Telecommunications Approvals has been notified of the placing of this equipment on the market 
and has been granted the right to test the series for compliance with the regulations. 
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the second category (information equipment to be used in a residential area or an adjacent area 
thereto) and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Data Processing 
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio interference in such residential areas.
When used near a radio or TV receiver, it may become the cause of radio interference. 
Read instructions for correct handling.
Customer Support
Refer to the Support Information Card that shipped with your WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router.
World Wide Web
NETGEAR maintains a World Wide Web home page that you can access at the universal resource locator (URL)
http://www.netgear.com. A direct connection to the Internet and a Web browser such as Internet Explorer
or Netscape are required.
Product and Publication Details
Model Number:WGT624 v4
Publication Date:May 2007
Product Family:Wireless Router
Product Name:WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router
Home or Business Product:Home
Language:English
Publication Part Number:202-10234-01 
						

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Contents
108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual
About This Manual
Conventions, Formats, and Scope  ................................................................................... ix
How to Use This Manual  ................................................................................................... x
How to Print This Manual  .................................................................................................. x
Chapter 1 
Connecting the Router to the Internet
What Is in the Box  .......................................................................................................... 1-1
Wireless Router  .............................................................................................................. 1-2
Bottom Label  ............................................................................................................ 1-2
Status Lights on the Front  ........................................................................................ 1-2
Port Connections on the Back  ................................................................................. 1-3
Preparing to Set Up Your Wireless Router  ..................................................................... 1-4
Two Setup Methods: 1) Smart Wizard Setup 2) Manual Setup ...................................... 1-4
Smart Wizard Installation ................................................................................................ 1-5
Manual Setup  ................................................................................................................. 1-7
Connecting Your Wireless Router  ............................................................................ 1-7
Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access  ........................................................... 1-10
Resolving an Internet Connection Problem ............................................................ 1-12
Changing Your Internet Settings  ................................................................................... 1-12
Using the Smart Setup Wizard to Change Your Internet Settings .......................... 1-12
Changing Your Internet Settings Manually  ............................................................. 1-13
Basic Settings for Your Internet Connection .......................................................... 1-15
Product Registration, Support, and Documentation  ..................................................... 1-17
Chapter 2 
Wireless Settings and Security
Optimizing Your Wireless Connections ........................................................................... 2-1
Setting Up Your Wireless Connections  ........................................................................... 2-2 
						

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v1.0, May 2007 Information to Gather Before Changing the Wireless Settings  ................................ 2-3
Viewing or Change Wireless Settings ...................................................................... 2-4
Understanding Wireless Security ................................................................................... 2-6
Wireless Security Options  ........................................................................................ 2-7
WEP Wireless Security ................................................................................................... 2-8
Setting Up WEP  ....................................................................................................... 2-8
WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK Wireless Security  ................................................................. 2-11
Wireless Adapter Compatibility  .............................................................................. 2-11
Setting Up WPA-PSK or WPA2-PSK ..................................................................... 2-12
Restricting Wireless Access by MAC Address ............................................................. 2-13
Advanced Wireless Settings  ......................................................................................... 2-15
Chapter 3 
Content Filtering
Blocking Access to Internet Sites ................................................................................... 3-1
Keyword Application Examples  ................................................................................ 3-2
Blocking Services (Port Filtering)  ................................................................................... 3-2
Blocking Access to Internet Services  ....................................................................... 3-3
Adding a Service to be Blocked  ............................................................................... 3-3
Creating a User-Defined Service Type ..................................................................... 3-4
Scheduling Blocking  ....................................................................................................... 3-5
E-Mail Alerts and Web Access Log Notifications ............................................................ 3-6
Viewing Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access  ............................................... 3-8
Chapter 4 
Maintenance
Viewing the Router Status  .............................................................................................. 4-1
Viewing a List of Attached Devices ................................................................................. 4-3
Upgrading the Router Firmware  ..................................................................................... 4-3
Configuration File Management  ..................................................................................... 4-5
Backing Up and Restoring the Configuration ........................................................... 4-5
Erasing the Configuration ......................................................................................... 4-6
Changing the Administrator Password ........................................................................... 4-6
Chapter 5 
Advanced Configuration
Configuring Port Forwarding to Local Servers ................................................................ 5-1
Adding a Port-Forwarding Custom Service  .............................................................. 5-2 
						

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v1.0, May 2007 Editing or Deleting a Port-Forwarding Entry ............................................................. 5-2
Local Web and FTP Server Example  ....................................................................... 5-3
Network Computer Gaming Example ....................................................................... 5-3
Using Port Triggering  ...................................................................................................... 5-4
Port Triggering Menu  ............................................................................................... 5-5
WAN Setup Options ........................................................................................................ 5-6
Assigning a Default DMZ Server  .............................................................................. 5-8
Setting the MTU Size  ............................................................................................... 5-8
Using a Dynamic DNS Service  ....................................................................................... 5-8
Using LAN IP Setup Options  ........................................................................................ 5-10
Using the Router as a DHCP Server ...................................................................... 5-12
Using Address Reservation .................................................................................... 5-12
How to Configure Static Routes .................................................................................... 5-14
When to Use a Static Route  ................................................................................... 5-15
Enabling Remote Management Access  ....................................................................... 5-16
Using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)  ........................................................................ 5-17
Chapter 6 
Troubleshooting
Basic Functioning  ........................................................................................................... 6-1
Power LED Not On ................................................................................................... 6-2
LEDs Never Turn Off  ................................................................................................ 6-2
Local or Internet Port LEDs Not On  ......................................................................... 6-2
Accessing the Wireless Router’s Main Menu ................................................................. 6-3
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection  .............................................................................. 6-4
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility  ................................................. 6-5
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router  ....................................................................... 6-5
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device  ..................................... 6-6
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password ........................................................ 6-7
Problems with Date and Time ......................................................................................... 6-7
Appendix A 
Technical Specifications and Default Configuration
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................. A-1
Default Configuration Settings  ....................................................................................... A-3 
						

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v1.0, May 2007 Appendix B 
Related Documents
Index 
						

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About This Manual
The NETGEAR®
 108 Mbps Wireless Router WGT624 v4 Reference Manual describes how to 
install, configure, and troubleshoot the WGT624 v4 108 Mbps Wireless Router. The information 
in this manual is intended for readers with intermediate computer and Internet skills.
Conventions, Formats, and Scope
The conventions, formats, and scope of this manual are described in the following paragraphs:
•Typographical conventions. This manual uses the following typographical conventions:
•Formats. This manual uses the following formats to highlight special messages:
•Scope. This manual is written for the WGT624 v4 wireless router according to these 
specifications:
ItalicsEmphasis, books, CDs, URL names
BoldUser input
FixedScreen text and commands,
Note: This format is used to highlight information of importance or special interest.
Tip: This format is used to highlight a procedure that will save time or resources.
Wa r n i n g :  Ignoring this type of note may result in a malfunction or damage to the 
equipment.
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For more information about network, Internet, firewall, and VPN technologies, see the links to the 
NETGEAR website in Appendix B, “Related Documents”.
How to Use This Manual
The HTML version of this manual includes the following:
• Buttons,  and  , for browsing forward or backward through the manual one page 
at a time.
• A  button that displays the table of contents and an  button that displays an 
index. Double-click a link in the table of contents or index to navigate directly to where the 
topic is described in the manual.
• A  button to access the full NETGEAR, Inc. online knowledge base for the product 
model.
• Links to PDF versions of the full manual and individual chapters.
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 to print the page contents. 
•Printing a chapter. 
Use the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page.
– Click the PDF of This Chapter link at the top left of any page in the chapter you want to 
print. The PDF version of the chapter you were viewing opens in a browser window. 
– Your computer must have the free Adobe Acrobat reader installed in order to view and 
print PDF files. The Acrobat reader is available on the Adobe website at 
http://www.adobe.com.
Note: Product updates are available on the NETGEAR, Inc. website at
http://www.netgear.com/support.