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NETGEAR 7550 User Manual

NETGEAR 7550
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Business HSI Basic Installation
NETGEAR 7550
Technical Reference Guide v2.0
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Static Business Class HSI Basic Installation
NETGEAR 7550
Table of Contents
Multiple LAN Support ........................................................................................................ 3
Full BHSI Install Summary ................................................................................................ 7
Physical Connections .......................................................................................................... 8
Auto Configuration ............................................................................................................. 9
Auto Configuration ............................................................................................................. 9
Gateway Configuration ..................................................................................................... 10
Remote Access Configuration .......................................................................................... 15
Public LAN Configuration ................................................................................................ 19
Wireless Network Configuration ...................................................................................... 23
Support Team Contacts ..................................................................................................... 41
Appendix A: Configuring Static IP into Computers ......................................................... 42
Appendix B: Wireless Guest Access ................................................................................ 59
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NETGEAR 7550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Model Number7550
CategoryModem
DSL StandardsADSL 2+
Wireless Standard802.11n
Wireless SpeedUp to 300 Mbps
LAN Ports4
Device TypeModem
SecurityWPA, WPA2
FirewallSPI

Summary

Document Overview

Background

Explains the history of modems and the introduction of the Netgear 7550.

Document Scope

Specifies the document's applicability to Legacy Static BHSI installations.

Document Limitations

Clarifies topics not covered within this manual.

Multiple LAN Support

LAN Network Support

Details the NETGEAR 7550's support for simultaneous Private and Public LAN networks.

Understanding LAN Functionality

Explains the implications and uses of the Private and Public LAN configurations.

Full BHSI Install Summary

Business HSI Installation Tasks

Summarizes the essential manual steps required for a complete Business HSI installation.

Physical Connections

Connection Overview

Introduces the section detailing physical connections needed before gateway configuration.

Gateway Connection Procedure

Provides step-by-step instructions for correctly connecting the NETGEAR 7550 gateway.

Auto Configuration

Automatic Configuration Process

Describes how the NETGEAR 7550 automatically detects and configures WAN connection types and settings.

Gateway Configuration

Gateway Setup Wizard (Walled Garden)

Explains the purpose and function of the built-in one-time setup wizard.

Initial Gateway Setup Steps

Details the first essential steps for configuring the gateway via the setup wizard.

Verify Static WAN IP Address

Verifying WAN IP Assignment

Outlines the procedure to confirm the gateway's static WAN IP address matches the work order.

Remote Access Configuration

Remote Access Background

Explains the benefits of configuring remote access for Internet Help Desk support.

Enabling Remote Access for Support

Provides step-by-step instructions to enable remote access to the gateway.

Public LAN Configuration

Public LAN Introduction

Introduces the Public LAN concept and its role in supporting customer IP addresses.

Public LAN Configuration Steps

Guides users through enabling and configuring the Public LAN settings.

Wireless Network Configuration

Default Wireless Settings

Describes the default wireless network name (SSID) and encryption.

Customer Wireless Setup Consultation

Outlines questions to ask customers regarding their wireless network preferences.

Disabling Wireless Functionality

Provides instructions on how to turn off the wireless feature if it is not needed.

Changing the SSID (Network Name)

Details the process for modifying the wireless network's Service Set Identifier.

Upgrading to WPA Encryption

Explains how to change the wireless encryption from WEP to WPA for enhanced security.

Guest Access Feature Overview

Introduces the NETGEAR 7550's guest access feature for providing separate wireless access.

Test the Service

Service Testing Overview

Lists the three main components of a Business install that require testing.

Service Testing Methodology

Describes the recommended order and approach for evaluating network functions.

WAN IP Address Connectivity Test

Details the steps to verify the gateway's ability to access the internet via its WAN IP.

Public LAN Connectivity Test

Outlines the procedure to test the functionality of the Public LAN.

Wireless Connectivity Test

Describes the steps to test the wireless network connection.

Support Team Contacts

NETGEAR 7550 Technical Support

Provides customer and technician contact numbers for technical assistance with the NETGEAR 7550.

Appendix A: Configuring Static IP into Computers

Static IP Configuration Reference

Introduces instructions for setting static IP addresses on common operating systems.

Windows XP Static IP Setup

Provides detailed steps for configuring a static IP address on a Windows XP machine.

Windows Vista Static IP Setup

Provides detailed steps for configuring a static IP address on a Windows Vista machine.

Mac OS X 10.4 Static IP Setup

Provides detailed steps for configuring a static IP address on a Mac OS X 10.4 system.

Mac OS X 10.5 Static IP Setup

Provides detailed steps for configuring a static IP address on a Mac OS X 10.5 system.

Appendix B: Wireless Guest Access

Understanding Guest Access

Explains the purpose, benefits, and features of the guest wireless access capability.

Guest Access Configuration Steps

Details the process of enabling, naming, securing, and verifying guest wireless access.

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