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NETGEAR WNDR3400v2 User Manual

NETGEAR WNDR3400v2
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
September 2011
202-10828-01
v1.0
N600 Wireless Dual Band
Router WNDR3400v2
User Manual

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NETGEAR WNDR3400v2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelWNDR3400v2
WiFi RangeMedium to large homes
Wireless Standard802.11a/b/g/n
Frequency Band2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
USB Ports1 x USB 2.0
WiFi SpeedUp to 300 Mbps (2.4 GHz) + 300 Mbps (5 GHz)
Ethernet Ports4 x 10/100 Mbps
Security FeaturesWPA/WPA2
Firewall FeaturesSPI, NAT
AntennaInternal antennas
Weight0.7 lb (0.32 kg)

Summary

Hardware Setup

Unpack Your Router

Instructions for opening the box and identifying router components.

Position Your Router

Guidance on selecting an optimal location for the router for best performance.

Hardware Features

Overview of the router's physical features and components.

Cable Your Router

Step-by-step guide for connecting the router to the modem and network devices.

Verify the Cabling

Instructions to check physical connections using router LEDs.

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie

Router Setup Preparation

Steps to prepare for router setup, including gathering ISP information.

Gather ISP Information

Essential information needed from the ISP to configure the router for internet access.

NETGEAR Genie Setup

Guide on using NETGEAR Genie for the initial router setup process.

Use NETGEAR Genie after Installation

How to access and use NETGEAR Genie after the initial setup is complete.

Upgrade Router Firmware

Instructions for updating the router's firmware for new features and security.

Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen)

Overview of the router's main dashboard and its sections.

Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network

Instructions for adding wireless devices to the network.

Genie Basic Settings

Internet Setup

Screen to view or change Internet Service Provider (ISP) information.

Attached Devices

View and manage devices connected to the network, showing IP and MAC addresses.

ReadySHARE USB Storage

View and manage USB storage devices connected to the router.

Basic Wireless Settings

View and configure wireless network settings, including preset security.

Change WPA Security Option and Passphrase

How to change WPA security settings and set a network passphrase.

Guest Networks

Steps to set up a guest network for visitors to access the internet.

Genie Advanced Home

Setup Wizard

Guided process for initial router setup and ISP configuration.

WPS Wizard

Wizard to easily add WPS-capable devices to the network.

WAN Setup

Configure WAN settings like DMZ, MTU size, and DoS protection.

LAN Setup

Configure Local Area Network (LAN) settings, including IP addressing and DHCP.

Quality of Service (QoS) Setup

Configure QoS to prioritize network traffic for applications or devices.

QoS for Applications and Online Gaming

Create QoS policies for applications and online games.

USB Storage

ReadySHARE Access

How to access shared USB storage devices from network computers.

Security

Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic

Block specific HTTP traffic using keywords or domain names.

Block Services (Port Filtering)

Block specific internet services by port number or range.

Administration

Upgrade the Router Firmware

Process for updating router firmware to the latest version.

View Router Status

View router status and usage information, including hardware and firmware versions.

Wireless Settings (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)

Configure wireless settings for both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands.

Manage the Configuration File

Back up, restore, or reset router configuration settings.

Set Password

Change the router's administrative login password.

Advanced Settings

Advanced Wireless Settings

Configure advanced wireless parameters like transmit power and signal scheduling.

Wireless Repeating Function (WDS)

Explanation of the Wireless Distribution System (WDS) functionality.

Wireless Repeating Function

Configure the router to function as a wireless repeater or base station.

Port Forwarding and Triggering

Overview of features for creating exceptions to default traffic blocking rules.

Port Triggering to Open Incoming Ports

Configure port triggering to open ports dynamically for specific applications.

Port Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications

Set up port forwarding to allow external access to local network servers.

Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers

Guide to forwarding incoming traffic to local servers like web or FTP servers.

Set Up Port Triggering

Steps to configure port triggering for applications needing dynamic port access.

Dynamic DNS

Configure Dynamic DNS to access the router using a domain name.

Remote Management

Set up remote access to manage the router over the internet.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting with the LEDs

Using router LED indicators to diagnose problems.

Cannot Log In to the Router

Steps to resolve issues preventing login to the router interface.

Cannot Access the Internet

Steps to diagnose and fix problems preventing internet access.

Restore the Factory Settings and Password

How to reset the router to factory default settings and password.

Supplemental Information

Factory Settings

Lists default settings for router login, internet connection, and LAN configuration.

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