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Introduction 2-1
v1.0, November 2005
Chapter 2
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
®
RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834.
The WPNT834 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
RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834.
Key Features
The RangeMax 240 Wireless Router WPNT834 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 WPNT834 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 WPNT834 router provides the following features:
• RangeMax™ Multi-In, Multi-Out (MIMO) technology
• 802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 802.11g-only, 802.11-turbo-g-only,
or 802.11b+g modes
• Easy, Web-based setup for installation and management
• Content Filtering and Site Blocking Security
Note: This manual provides information on the complete features as of the date of
publication. Earlier versions of this product may not have all the features presented
in this manual. Go to http://kbserver.netgear.com/products/WPNT834.asp to find
product firmware updates for your WPNT834.