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6. Virtual Private Networking

This chapter describes how to use the virtual private networking (VPN) features of the N300

wireless modem router. VPN communications paths are called tunnels. VPN tunnels provide

secure, encrypted communications between your local network and a remote network or

computer.

This chapter is organized as follows:

• Overview of VPN Configuration on page 77

• Plan a VPN on p

age 78

• VPN Tunnel Configuration on p

age 79

• Set Up a Client-to-Gateway VPN Configuration on p

age 80

• Set Up a Gateway-to-Gateway VPN Configuration on p

age 90

• VPN Tunnel Control o

n page 94

• Set Up VPN Tunnels in Special Circumst

ances on page 100

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- Table of Contents3
Chapter 1 Router Internet Setup7
- Using the Setup Manual7
- Log in to Your N300 Wireless Modem Router8
- Use the Setup Wizard9
- View or Manually Configure Your ISP Settings10
- Configure ADSL Settings14
Chapter 2 Wireless Settings15
Plan Your Wireless Network15
- Wireless Placement and Range Guidelines16
- Wireless Security Options17
Manually Configure Your Wireless Settings18
Configure WEP Wireless Security20
- Configure WPA, WPA2, or Mixed WPA2 + WPA Wireless Security22
Use Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Configure Your Wireless Network24
- Use a WPS Button to Add a WPS Client24
- Use PIN Entry to Add a WPS Client25
- Configure Advanced WPS Settings27
Connect Additional Wireless Client Devices after WPS Setup27
- Add more WPS Clients28
- Add both WPS and Non-WPS Clients28
Restrict Access to Your N300 Wireless Modem Router29
Wireless Guest Networks31
Live Parental Controls33
Chapter 3 Security Settings34
- Protect Access to Your N300 Wireless Modem Router34
  - Change the Built-In Password35
Restrict Access by MAC Address35
Block Access to Internet Sites37
Firewall Rules38
Port Forwarding41
- Add a Pre-Set Port Forwarding Rule42
- Add a Custom Port Forwarding Rule42
Port Triggering43
Block Access to Internet Services45
Schedule Blocking46
View Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access46
Configure Email Alert and Web Access Log Notifications48
- Set the Time49
Chapter 4 Network Maintenance50
- Upgrade the Firmware50
  - Manually Check for Firmware Upgrades51
  - Network Maintenance51
- View N300 Wireless Modem Router Status Information53
  - Connection Status55
  - Statistics56
- View a List of Attached Devices57
- Manage the Configuration File58
  - Back up and Restore the Configuration58
  - Erase the Configuration58
- Run Diagnostic Utilities and Reboot the Router59
- Enable Remote Management Access60
- Traffic Meter61
Chapter 5 USB Storage64
Chapter 5 USB Storage65
- USB Drive Requirements65
- File Sharing Scenarios65
- USB Storage Basic Settings67
  - Edit a Network Folder69
- Configure USB Storage Advanced Settings70
  - Create a Network Folder71
- Media Server Settings72
- Unmount a USB Drive72
- Specify Approved USB Devices73
- Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer73
  - Locate the Internet Port IP Address74
  - Access the Router's USB Drive Remotely Using FTP74
- Connect to the USB Drive with Microsoft Network Settings74
Chapter 6 Virtual Private Networking77
- Overview of VPN Configuration77
  - Client-To-Gateway VPN Tunnels77
  - Gateway-To-Gateway VPN Tunnels77
- Plan a VPN78
- VPN Tunnel Configuration79
- Set up a Client-To-Gateway VPN Configuration80
  - Step 1: Configure the Client-To-Gateway VPN Tunnel80
  - Step 2: Configure the NETGEAR Prosafe VPN Client83
- Set up a Gateway-To-Gateway VPN Configuration90
- VPN Tunnel Control94
- Set up VPN Tunnels in Special Circumstances100
  - Use Auto Policy to Configure VPN Tunnels101
  - Use Manual Policy to Configure VPN Tunnels107
Chapter 7 Advanced Settings (Part110
- Use the LAN Setup Options110
  - Use the N300 Wireless Modem Router as a DHCP Server112
  - Address Reservation113
- Use a Dynamic DNS Service114
- Configure the WAN Setup Options115
  - Set up a Default DMZ Server117
- Set up Quality of Service (Qos)118
  - Configure Qos for Internet Access118
  - Edit or Delete an Existing Qos Policy121
- Configure Static Routes121
- Wireless Repeating (also Called WDS)123
Chapter 8 Advanced Settings (Part 2)128
- Common Connection Types128
- Assess Your Speed Requirements129
- Optimize Your Network Bandwidth130
- Optimize Wireless Performance131
- Change the MTU Size132
- Universal Plug and Play133
Appendix A Troubleshooting135
- Quick Tips135
- Troubleshoot with the Leds136
- Cannot Access the N300 Wireless Modem Router Menu138
- Cannot Access the Internet139
  - Check the Configuration139
  - Check the WAN IP Address139
- Troubleshoot a Network Using the Ping Utility140
  - Test the LAN Path to Your Router140
  - Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device141
- Problems with Date and Time142
- Wireless Connectivity142
- View Available Networks143
Appendix B NETGEAR VPN Configuration144
- Configuration Profile144
  - Step-By-Step Configuration145
- N300 Wireless Modem Router with FQDN to Gateway B147
  - Configuration Profile147
  - Step-By-Step Configuration148
- Configuration Summary (Telecommuter Example)150
- Set up Client-To-Gateway VPN Configuration (Telecommuter Example)151
- Monitor the VPN Tunnel (Telecommuter Example)159
  - View the VPN Router's VPN Status and Log Information160
Appendix C Default Configuration and Technical Specifications161
- Restore the Factory Configuration Settings161
  - Use the Restore Factory Settings Button161
- Technical Specifications164
Appendix D Notification of Compliance165
- Regulatory Compliance Information165
- Fcc Declaration of Conformity167
- Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations168
- Industry Canada168
Index170

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	DGND3300v2
Category	Wireless Router
Language	English

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