Netgear RT311 RT314 Reference Manual - Page 29

Reference Guide for the Model RT311 and RT314 Internet Access Gateway Routers Key: 1 = AC adapter outlet for connecting the AC adapter to the router 2 = Local Ethernet ports for connecting the router to the local PCs 3 = RS-232 Manager port for connecting the router to the serial port of a PC 4 = Internet Ethernet port for connecting the router to a cable or DSL modem 5 = Ground Figure 2-4. RT314 Rear Panel Connecting the Router Three connections must be made before using your router: • Connect your local Ethernet network to the LOCAL port(s) of the router. • Connect your cable or DSL modem to the INTERNET port of the router. • Connect the power adapter Connecting to your Local Ethernet Network Your local network will attach to the router port or ports marked LOCAL. Because the Model RT314 router includes a four-port switch while the Model RT311 router has a single port for connection to your local network, the method of connection is different. Follow the procedure below for your specific model. The LOCAL ports of these routers are capable of operation at either 10 Mbps (10BASE-T) or 100 Mbps (100BASE-Tx), depending on the Ethernet interface of the attached PC, hub, or switch. For any connection which will operate at 100 Mbps, you must use a Category 5 (CAT5) rated cable, such as the white Ethernet cable included with the router. Installing and Connecting the Router 2-5