Netgear N300-Trek Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version)
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- Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 1
Quick Start NETGEAR Trek N300 Travel Router and Range Extender Model PR2000 NETGEAR Reset Internet/LAN LAN USB Power Internet WiFi USB - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 2
for purchasing the NETGEAR Trek N300 Travel Router and Range Extender PR2000. You can connect your Trek to the Internet by using the Trek in hotspot mode, extender mode, or router mode. Note: You can also use the Trek in bridge mode or AP mode. For more information, see the user manual. You can get - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 3
and port. Internet Mode Switch Put the Internet Mode switch in one of the following positions: • Wired. Set the switch to Wired if you want to connect the Trek to the Internet with an Ethernet cable. For example, set the switch to Wired if you want to use the Trek in router mode or AP mode. • Power - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 4
Internet/LAN port LAN port USB port The Trek has the following connection ports and reset button: • Reset button. To reset the Trek to its factory default settings, insert a paper clip into the Reset hole and hold it until the Internet LED blinks. • Internet/LAN port. When the Internet Mode switch - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 5
is connected to the Internet. Blinking green. One of the following occurred: • The Reset button was pressed longer than five seconds. • A firmware upgrade is in progress. • The bandwidth limit was exceeded. Off. The Trek is not connected to the Internet. WiFi LED USB LED • Green. The WiFi radio - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 6
password: 2. Connect the Trek to a power source. Use one of these options: • AC power connection. Plug the Trek into an AC wall outlet. • Micro USB connection. Connect a micro USB cable to the Trek and to a USB port on another device. Internvieta PoWiwreerWdiOrfefles PWowireerWdOirfefles NETGEAR - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 7
PWowireerWdOirfefles NETGEAR Power Internet WiFi USB Power Internet WiFi USB USB LAN Internet/LAN Reset NETGEAR 4. Connect your Trek to the Internet. Use one of these options: • Use the Trek in Hotspot Mode on page 8 • Use the Trek in Extender Mode on page 11 • Use the Trek in Router Mode on - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 8
Use the Trek in Hotspot Mode Use the Trek in hotspot mode to connect to a public hotspot. The Trek's firewall protects your devices from known DoS attacks and port scans from the Internet. CAUTION: Most public WiFi hotspots offer no security. NETGEAR recommends that you do not send personal - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 9
port on the Trek. • To connect with WiFi, use the Trek's network name (SSID) and WiFi password, which are on the sticker near the Internet Mode switch. For more information, see Connect Devices to Your Trek with WiFi on page 16. 4. Launch a web browser. 5. Enter www.routerlogin.net in the address - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 10
network's password. 11. For the Internet IP Address setting, select one of the following radio buttons: • Get Dynamically. The Internet service provider (ISP) uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your ISP automatically assigns these addresses. • Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address, IP subnet - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 11
. PWowireerWdOirfefles WiFi Router NETGEAR Power Internet WiFi Trek USB ¾¾ To use the Trek in extender mode: 1. Place your Trek in the same room as your WiFi router. Note: Proximity to the WiFi router is required only during the initial setup process. 2. Connect your Trek to a power - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 12
port on the Trek. • To connect with WiFi, use the Trek's, network name (SSID) and WiFi password, which are on the sticker near the Internet Mode switch. For more information, see Connect Devices to Your Trek with WiFi on page 16. 5. Launch a web browser. 6. Enter www.routerlogin.net in the address - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 13
Select the Extend my current wireless router's range check box. 9. Select a 11. In the Password (Network Key) field, type the WiFi network's password. 12. To be you might use Extender Mode as the name for your extender profile before the Trek connects to the WiFi network. 14. Unplug the Trek and move - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 14
or cable NETGEAR Power Internet WiFi USB Modem Trek Ethernet cable ¾¾ To use the Trek in router mode: 1. Connect you Trek to a power source and rotate the antenna. For more information, see Set Up Your Trek on page 6 2. Connect your DSL or cable modem to the Internet/LAN port on the Trek with - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 15
a login screen displays, do the following: a. Enter admin for your user name and password for your password. The BASIC Home screen displays. b. Select ADVANCED > Setup Wizard. The Setup Wizard screen displays. 8. Follow the onscreen instructions. NETGEAR genie guides you through connecting the Trek - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 16
network, use the Trek's network name (SSID) and WiFi password on the sticker near the Internet Mode switch. Note: You can also use WPS to connect WiFi devices to your Trek. For more information, see the user manual. You can get the user manual online at http://downloadcenter.netgear.com or through - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 17
near the Internet Mode switch. For more information, see Connect Devices to Your Trek with WiFi on page 16. 2. Launch a web browser. 3. Enter www.routerlogin.net in the address field of the browser. A login screen displays. 4. Enter admin for your user name and password for your password. The BASIC - Netgear N300-Trek | Installation Guide (Non-Cellular Version) - Page 18
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you can use NETGEAR telephone support. NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website. For product updates and web support, visit http://support.netgear.com. NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR support resources. You can get the user manual online at
Quick Start
NETGEAR Trek
N300 Travel Router and Range Extender
Model PR2000
WiFi
USB
USB
LAN
Internet/LAN
Reset
NETGEAR
Power
Internet