NETGEAR N300 Modem User Manual


 
Modem Router Setup
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N300 Wireless ADSL2+ Modem Router DGN2200v3
The administrator’s login to the modem router configuration times out after a period of
inactivity to prevent someone else from accessing the modem router interface when you
step away.
5. Click Apply to save your changes.
After changing the password, you are required to log in again to continue the
configuration. If you have backed up the modem router settings previously, you should do
a new backup so that the saved settings file includes the new password. See
To back up
the modem router configuration file: on page 59 for information about backing up your
network configuration.
Log Out Manually
The modem router interface provides a Logout command at the bottom of the modem router
menus. Log out when you expect to be away from your computer for a relatively long period
of time.
Typ es o f Log ins
There are three separate types of logins that have different purposes. It is important that you
understand the difference so that you know which login to use when.
Modem router login logs you in to the modem router interface. See Log In to the Modem
Router on page 20 for details about this login.
ISP login logs you in to your Internet service. Your service provider has provided you with
this login information in a letter or some other way. If you cannot find this login
information, contact your service provider.
Wi-Fi network name and passphrase logs you in to your wireless network. This login is
preconfigured and can be found on the label on the bottom of your unit. See
Chapter 3,
Wireless Settings, for more information.