Netgear Wireless N 150 Router Wnr612 User Guide

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The factory default settings will be restored so that you can access the router from your 
Web browser using the factory defaults.
If the wireless router fails to restart, or the Power light continues to blink or turns solid amber, 
the unit might be defective. If the error persists, you might have a hardware problem and 
should contact Technical Support at 
http://www.netgear.com/support. 
						

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A.   Factory Default Settings and Technical 
SpecificationsA
Factory Default Settings
To return the router to its factory default settings, see  Restoring the Default Configuration and 
Password on page  80. The following table shows the default settings.
FeatureDefault Setting
Router Login Router Login URL http://www.routerlogin.net or  
http://www.routerlogin.com
Login Name (case-sensitive) printed on  
product label admin
Login Password (case-sensitive) printed on 
product label password
Internet Connection WAN MAC Address Default hardware address (on label)
MTU Size 1500
Local Network Router LAN IP address printed on product 
label  
(also known as Gateway IP address) 192.168.1.1
Router Subnet 255.255.255.0
DHCP Server Enabled
DHCP range 192.168.1.2 to 192.168.1.254
Time Zone GMT
Time Zone Adjusted for Daylight Saving 
Time Disabled
Allow a Registrar to configure this router Enabled 
						

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Wireless
Wireless CommunicationEnabled
SSID NameNETGEAR
SecurityDisabled
Wireless Access List (MAC Filtering)All wireless stations allowed
Broadcast SSIDEnabled
Transmission SpeedAuto1
Country/RegionUnited States (North America only; otherwise varies by 
country and region)
RF ChannelAuto 
Operating ModeUp to 150 Mbps
Data RateBest
Output PowerFull
Firewall
Inbound (communications coming in from 
the Internet)Disabled (bars all unsolicited requests except for traffic on port 
80, the http port)
Outbound (communications going out to 
the Internet)Enabled (all)
1 Maximum Wireless signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual 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.
FeatureDefault Setting 
						

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General Specifications
FeatureGeneral
Network Protocol and Standards Compatibility
Data and Routing Protocols TCP/IP, RIP-1, RIP-2, DHCP, PPPoE, PPTP, Bigpond, 
Dynamic DNS, and UPnP
Power Adapter AC plug is localized 110V-220V, 50/60 Hz, input
All regions (output) 7.5V DC @ 1.0A, output
Physical  Dimensions 141.5 x 94 x 30 mm    (5.6 x 3.7 x 1.2 in.)
Weight 0.137 kg
   (0.302 lb)
Environmental  Operating temperature 0 to 40 C (32º to 104º F)
Operating humidity 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing
Electromagnetic Emissions Designed to conform to the following 
standards FCC Part 15 Class B 
EN 55022/24 (CISPR 22/24) Class B 
EN 60950 (CE LVD) Class B
China CCC & SRRC
Brazil ANATEL
Russia GOST-R 
KCC
Interface Specifications LAN 10BASE-T or 100BASE-Tx, RJ-45
WAN 10BASE-T or 100BASE-Tx, RJ-45 
						

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B.   Related Documents
B
This appendix provides links to reference documents you can use to gain \
a more complete 
understanding of the technologies used in your NETGEAR product.
Document  Link
Windows XP and Vista 
Wireless Configuration 
Utilities Application Note http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/winzerocfg/index.htm
 
TCP/IP Networking Basics http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/tcpip/index.htm
Wireless Networking Basics http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wireless/index.htm
Preparing Your Network http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/wsdhcp/index.htm
Virtual Private Networking 
(VPN) http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/vpn/index.htm
Glossary http://documentation.netgear.com/reference/enu/glossary/index.htm 
						

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C.   Notification of Compliance
CNETGEAR Wireless Routers, Gateways, AP’s
Regulatory Compliance Information
This section includes user requirements for operating this product in ac\
cordance with National laws for usage of radio 
spectrum and operation of radio devices. Failure of the end-user to comp\
ly with the applicable requirements may result 
in unlawful operation and adverse action against the end-user by the app\
licable National regulatory authority.
Note: This product’s firmware limits operation to only the channels allowed\
 in a particular Region or Country
 .  
Therefore, all options described in this users guide may not be availab\
le in your version of the product.
FCC Requirements for Operation in the United States 
FCC Information to User
This product does not contain any user serviceable components and is to \
be used with approved antennas only. 
Any product changes or modifications will invalidate all applicable regu\
latory certifications and approvals
FCC Guidelines for Human Exposure
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for\
 an uncontrolled environment. This 
equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 c\
m between the radiator and your body. 
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with\
 any other antenna or transmitter. 
FCC Declaration of Conformity
We, NETGEAR, Inc., 350 East Plumeria Drive, Santa Clara, CA 95134, decla\
re under our sole responsibility that 
the Product Name™/® & Model complies with Part 15 Subpart B of FCC\
 CFR47 Rules. Operation is subject to the 
following two conditions:
• This device may not cause harmful interference, and
• This device must accept any interference received, including interferenc\
e that may cause 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 protec\
tion against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This equipment uses and can radiate radio freq\
uency energy and, if not installed and used in 
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radi\
o 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 b\
y turning the equipment off and on, the user 
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the f\
ollowing methods:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an electrical outlet on a circuit different f\
rom that which the radio receiver is  connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
						

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FCC Caution
• Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party respons\
ible for compliance could void the 
user’s authority to operate this equipment. 
• 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 ac\
cept any interference received, including 
interference that may cause undesired operation. 
• For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be operat\
ed. Selection of other channels is not possible.
• This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operation in \
conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations
This digital apparatus, (Product Name™/® & Model), does not exce\
ed the Class B limits for radio-noise emissions 
from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulations \
of the Canadian Department of 
Communications.
Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement
This equipment is in the Class B 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 Cou\
ncil for Interference by Data Processing 
Equipment and Electronic Office Machines aimed at preventing radio inter\
ference 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.
Interference Reduction Table
Household ApplianceRecommended Minimum Distance between   
NETGEAR equipment and household appliance 
to reduce interference (in feet and meters) 
Microwave ovens 30 feet / 9 meters
Baby Monitor - Analog 20 feet / 6 meters
Baby Monitor - Digital 40 feet / 12 meters
Cordless phone - Analog 20 feet / 6 meters
Cordless phone - Digital 30 feet / 9 meters
Bluetooth devices 20 feet / 6 meters
ZigBee 20 feet / 6 meters 
						

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Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity 
 
Marking with the above symbol indicates compliance with the Essential Re\
quirements of the R&TTE Directive of the 
European Union (1999/5/EC). 
This equipment meets the following conformance standards:
•  EN300 328 (2.4Ghz), EN301 489-17, EN301 893 (5Ghz), EN60950-1
•  This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), i\
ntended for use in all EU member states and 
EFTA countries, except in France and Italy where restrictive use applies\
.
•  In Italy, the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectr\
um authorities in order to obtain authorization to  use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying p\
ublic access to telecommunications and/or 
network services.
•  This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France\
 and in some areas the RF output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 \
MHz. For detailed information the end-user 
should contact the national spectrum authority in France.
•  For complete DoC, visit the NETGEAR EU Declarations of Conformity websit\
e at:  
http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/
EDOC in Languages of the European Community
Cesky [Czech] NETGEAR Inc.  tímto prohlašuje, že tento Radiolan je ve shode se zá\
kladními požadavky a 
dalšími príslušnými ustanoveními smernice 1999/5/ES.
Dansk [Danish] Undertegnede NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr Radiolan overholder de 
væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.
Deutsch [German] Hiermit erklärt NETGEAR Inc. , dass sich das Gerät Radiolan in Übereinstimmung mit den 
grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmu\
ngen der Richtlinie 
1999/5/EG befindet.
Eesti [Estonian] Käesolevaga kinnitab  NETGEAR Inc. seadme Radiolan vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ 
põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjak\
ohastele sätetele.
English Hereby, NETGEAR Inc. , declares that this Radiolan is in compliance with the essential 
requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Español [Spanish] Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc.  declara que el Radiolan cumple con los requisitos 
esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de \
la Directiva 
1999/5/CE.
Ελληνική [Greek] ΜΕ ΤΗΝ  ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ NETGEAR Inc.  ΔΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ Radiolan  ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ  ΠΡΟΣ  ΤΙΣ 
ΟΥΣΙΩΔΕΙΣ  ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ  ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ΔΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΔΗΓΙΑΣ 
1999/5/ΕΚ.
Français [French] Par la présente NETGEAR Inc.  déclare que lappareil Radiolan est conforme aux exigences 
essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999\
/5/CE.
Italiano [Italian] Con la presente NETGEAR Inc.  dichiara che questo Radiolan è conforme ai requisiti 
essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla diretti\
va 1999/5/CE. 
						

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Latviski [Latvian]Ar šo NETGEAR Inc. deklarē, ka Radiolan atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām 
un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.
Lietuvių 
[Lithuanian] Šiuo NETGEAR Inc. deklaruoja, kad šis Radiolan atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas 
1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.
Nederlands 
[Dutch]Hierbij verklaart NETGEAR Inc. dat het toestel Radiolan in overeenstemming is met de 
essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.
Malti [Maltese]Hawnhekk, NETGEAR Inc., jiddikjara li dan Radiolan jikkonforma mal-htigijiet essenzjali u ma 
provvedimenti ohrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.
Magyar 
[Hungarian]Alulírott, NETGEAR Inc. nyilatkozom, hogy a Radiolan megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ 
követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.
Polski [Polish]Niniejszym NETGEAR Inc. oświadcza, że Radiolan jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami 
oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.
Português 
[Portuguese]NETGEAR Inc. declara que este Radiolan está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e 
outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.
Slovensko 
[Slovenian]NETGEAR Inc. izjavlja, da je ta Radiolan v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi 
relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.
Slovensky [Slovak]NETGEAR Inc. týmto vyhlasuje, že Radiolan spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné 
ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.
Suomi [Finnish]NETGEAR Inc. vakuuttaa täten että Radiolan tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY 
oleellisten vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.
Svenska [Swedish]Härmed intygar NETGEAR Inc. att denna Radiolan står I överensstämmelse med de 
väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 
1999/5/EG.
Íslenska [Icelandic]Hér með lýsir NETGEAR Inc. yfir því að Radiolan er í samræmi við grunnkröfur og aðrar 
kröfur, sem gerðar eru í tilskipun 1999/5/EC.
Norsk [Norwegian]NETGEAR Inc. erklærer herved at utstyret Radiolan er i samsvar med de grunnleggende krav 
og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF. 
						

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Index
A
access
blocking 27
remote 51
restricting by MAC address 24
router password 27
to a remote computer 54
to the router 7
viewing logs 30
access control
turning on 25
adding
custom service 58
priority rules 66
reserved IP addresses 36
static routes 42
wireless clients 48
See also configuring
admin user name 27
advanced wireless settings 22
advertisement period 63
antenna, position 13
applications, QoS for 66
attached devices 50
authentication, required by mail server 32
automatic logout 7
B
backing up, transfer time 71
backup configuration file 46
Basic Settings screen 9, 10
blocking
access 27
inbound traffic 54
broadband Internet 69
C
cables, checking 73
client, WPS 19, 20
clients, adding 48
compatibility, protocol and standards 84
compliance, wireless 86
configuration file 46
configuring
advanced security 22
DMZ server 39
Dynamic DNS 38
LAN IP settings 34
NAT 41
port forwarding 58
port triggering 60
See also adding
Connection Status screen 49
connection types 69
CTS/RTS Threshold 23
custom service (port forwarding) 58
D
data packets, fragmented 63
date and time, troubleshooting 79
daylight savings time 30, 79
default DMZ server 39
default factory settings
restoring 80
default LAN IP configuration 34
device name 34
DHCP server 35
disabling
router PIN 23
DMZ server 39
DNS server
primary 10
secondary 10
DNS servers 54
Dynamic DNS 37
DynDNS.org 37
E
electromagnetic emissions 84
e-mailing logs 31
environmental specifications 84
Ethernet MAC address 50