NETGEAR DGN1000 - Wireless-N Router With Built-in DSL... User guide

September 2009
208-10462-02
v1.0
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
Wireless-N 150 ADSL2+
Modem Router DGN1000
Setup Manual

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In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to
make changes to the products described in this document without notice.
NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit
layout(s) described herein.

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Contents
Wireless-N 150 ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN1000 Setup Manual
Getting to Know Your Wireless Router
Unpacking Your New Router .............................................................................................1
Hardware Features ............................................................................................................2
Router Front Panel ......................................................................................................2
Router Back Panel ......................................................................................................4
Router Label ................................................................................................................5
Positioning Your Wireless Router ......................................................................................5
Installing Your Wireless Modem Router ............................................................................6
Installing Your Router Using the
Smart Wizard
Using the Smart Wizard .....................................................................................................8
Accessing Your Router After Installation ...........................................................................9
Upgrading the Router Firmware ......................................................................................10
Installing Your Router Manually
(Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users)
Understanding ADSL Microfilters ....................................................................................12
ADSL Microfilter ........................................................................................................12
ADSL Microfilter with Built-In Splitter ........................................................................12
Connecting Your Wireless Modem Router ......................................................................13
Verifying Your Connection ...............................................................................................16
Setting Up Your Router for Internet Access ....................................................................17
Configuring Your Wireless Network
Setting Your SSID and Wireless Security ........................................................................20
Using Push 'N' Connect (WPS) to Add Wireless Devices ...............................................21
Troubleshooting
Basic Functioning ............................................................................................................23
Power LED Not On ....................................................................................................24

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Power LED is Red .....................................................................................................24
LAN or Internet Port LEDs Not On ............................................................................24
Troubleshooting the Web Configuration Interface ...........................................................25
Troubleshooting the ISP Connection ...............................................................................26
ADSL link ..................................................................................................................26
Obtaining an Internet IP Address ..............................................................................27
Troubleshooting PPPoE or PPPoA ...........................................................................28
Troubleshooting Internet Browsing ...........................................................................28
Troubleshooting a TCP/IP Network Using the Ping Utility ...............................................29
Testing the LAN Path to Your Router ........................................................................29
Testing the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device ......................................30
Restoring the Default Configuration and Password .........................................................30
Technical Specifications
General Specifications .....................................................................................................31
Default Configuration .......................................................................................................32
Related Documents
Registration and Certifications

Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 1
Getting to Know Your Wireless Router
Congratulations on your purchase of a NETGEAR® high-speed wireless router, the Wireless-N
150 ADSL2+ Modem Router.
Before you begin installing your router, check the package contents (see “Unpacking Your New
Router” on page 1). Become familiar with the front and back panels of your router—especially the
LEDs—and the important information on the router label (see “Hardware Features” on page 2).
Then, read the section on “Positioning Your Wireless Router” on page 5 to ensure that you have
selected the best location to install your router.
This chapter describes how to set up the wireless modem router on your Local Area Network
(LAN) and connect to the Internet. It describes how to set up your wireless modem router for
Internet access and configure basic wireless connectivity.
Unpacking Your New Router
Your router should contain the following items:
• Wireless-N 150 ADSL2+ Modem Router
• AC power adapter (varies by region)
• Category 5 (Cat 5) Ethernet cable
• Telephone cable with RJ-11 connector
• Microfilters (quantity and type vary by region)
•Resource CD, including:
– The Smart Wizard Installation Assistant
– This manual
– Warranty and Support Information
If any of the parts are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer. Keep the
carton, including the original packing materials, in case you need to return the product for repair.
Place your router in a suitable area for installation (near an AC power outlet and accessible to the
Ethernet cables for your wired computers).

Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 2
Hardware Features
Before you install and connect your router, take a moment to become familiar with the front and
back panels of the router—especially the LEDs on the front panel.
Router Front Panel
The wireless modem router front panel shown below contains status LEDs.
Figure 1
Power LAN Ports (1-4) DSL Internet Wireless WPS

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You can use the LEDs to verify various conditions.Table 1 describes each LED.
Table 1. LED Descriptions
Label LED Activity Description
Power Solid Green
Solid Red
Off
Factory reset
Power is supplied to the router.
POST (Power-On Self-Test) failure or device malfunction
Power is not supplied to the router
Lights momentarily when the reset button is pressed for 6 seconds,
then blinks red three times when released. It then turns green as the
gateway resets to the factory defaults.
LAN Ports
1 - 4 Solid Green
Blinking Green
Off
The Local port has detected an Ethernet link with a device.
Data is being transmitted or received.
No link is detected on this port.
DSL Solid Green
Blinking Green
Off
The ADSL port is synchronized with an ISP’s network-access device.
Indicates ADSL training—ADSL is synchronizing with the DSLAM.
The unit is off or there is no IP connection.
Internet Port Solid Green
Solid Red
Blinking Green
Off
There is an Internet session. If the session is dropped due to an idle
timeout, and an ADSL connection is still present, the light will remain
green. If the session is dropped for any other reason, the light will
turn off.
IP connection failed (no DHCP or PPoE response, PPPoE
authentication failed, etc.)
Data is being transmitted over the ADSL port.
No Internet connection detected or device in bridged mode.
Wireless Solid Green
Blinking Green
Off
Indicates that the Wireless port is initialized.
Data is being transmitted or received over the wireless link.
The Wireless Access Point is turned off.
WPS Solid Green
Blinking Green
Off
Indicates that wireless security has been enabled.
WPS-capable device is connecting to the device.
WPS has not been set or enabled.

Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 4
Router Back Panel
The back panel of the wireless modem router contains port connections.
Viewed from left to right, the rear panel contains the following elements:
1. RJ-11 ADSL port for connecting the wireless modem router to an ADSL line
2. Four Local Ethernet RJ-45 LAN ports for connecting the wireless modem router to the local
computers
3. Power On/Off button
4. AC power adapter input
Figure 2 124
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Getting to Know Your Wireless Router 5
Router Label
The label on the bottom of the wireless modem router shows the router’s MAC address, serial
number, security PIN, and factory default login information.
Positioning Your Wireless Router
The wireless modem router lets you access your network from virtually anywhere within the
operating range of your wireless network. However, the operating distance or range of your
wireless connection can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of your router. For
example, the thickness and number of walls the wireless signal must pass through may limit the
range. For best results, place your router:
• Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices will operate, preferably
within line of sight to your wireless devices.
• Accessible to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for wired computers.
• In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilings between
the wireless modem router and your other devices to a minimum.
• Away from electrical devices which are potential sources of interference, such as ceiling fans,
home security systems, microwaves, or the base for a cordless phone.
Figure 3
Factory Default Reset. Press for 6 seconds to reset the router
to its factory default settings.

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• Away from any large metal surfaces, such as a solid metal door or aluminum studs. Large
expanses of other materials such as glass, insulated walls, fish tanks, mirrors, brick, and
concrete can also affect your wireless signal.
Installing Your Wireless Modem Router
To help you set up your router and get on the Internet quickly, the Resource CD contains a Smart
Wizard™. The Smart Wizard walks you through the steps required to connect your router,
microfilters, and PC(s); configure your wireless settings; and enable wireless security for your
network. When you have finished, you will be Internet ready!
You can set up your wireless modem router using one of two methods:
•Smart Wizard Setup: The Smart Wizard setup is available on your Resource CD. See
“Installing Your Router Using the Smart Wizard” on page 8 to use the Smart Wizard.
– This is the easiest option. The wizard guides you through the setup process. It automates
many of the steps and verifies that the steps have been successfully completed.
– Smart Wizard requires a PC running Microsoft Windows..
•Manual Setup: If you cannot or prefer not to use the Smart Wizard, see “Installing Your
Router Manually (Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users)” on page 11. For example, if you are
connecting to a Mac, are using a Linux operating system, or are technically knowledgeable,
select this option.
Failure to follow these guidelines can result in significant performance degradation
or an inability to wirelessly connect to the Internet.
If you have a Macintosh or Linux system, you need to use the manual installation
method (see “Installing Your Router Manually (Advanced, Mac, and Linux Users)”
on page 11).
Before running the Smart Wizard on a corporate PC to set up your home
router, check with your company’s network support staff. Corporate
network settings or Virtual Private Network (VPN) client software may
conflict with the default settings of a home router. If you are unsure about
whether there might be a conflict, use a different computer.