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1.   Hardware Setup
The N900 WiFi Router is compatible with the latest WiFi devices and is backward compatible 
with 802.11 a/b/g and n devices. With simultaneous dual-band WiFi technology, the router offers 
speeds up to 450 Mbps at 2.4 GHz and 450 Mbps at 5 GHz and avoids interference, ensuring 
top WiFi speeds and reliable connections. You can also use the Gigabit Ethernet ports and USB 
port to connect local devices.
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Unpack Your Router 
• Front Panel 
• Rear Panel 
• Position Your Router 
• Cable Your Router 
For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at 
http://support.netgear.com.