NETGEAR WGR614v7 Network Router User Manual


 
Introduction 2-1
April 2006
Chapter 2
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
®
54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v7. The
wireless router provides connection for multiple computers to the Internet through an external
broadband access device (such as a cable modem or DSL modem) that is normally intended for use
by a single computer. This chapter describes the features of the NETGEAR 54 Mbps Wireless
Router WGR614v7.
Key Features
The 54 Mbps Wireless Router WGR614v7 with 4-port switch connects your local area network
(LAN) to the Internet through an external access device such as a cable modem or DSL modem.
The wireless router provides you with multiple Web content filtering options, plus browsing
activity reporting and instant alerts via e-mail. Parents and network administrators can establish
restricted access policies based on time-of-day, Web site addresses and address keywords, and
share high-speed cable/DSL Internet access for up to 253 computers. In addition to the Network
Address Translation (NAT) feature, the built-in firewall protects you from hackers.
With minimum setup, you can install and use the router within minutes.
The wireless router provides the following features:
802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11 b-only, 802.11g-only, or
802.11b+g modes.
Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management.
Content Filtering and Site Blocking Security.
Built in 4-port 10/100 Mbps Switch.
Ethernet connection to a wide area network (WAN) device, such as a cable modem or DSL
modem.
Extensive Protocol Support.
Login capability.
Front panel LEDs for easy monitoring of status and activity.