Introduction
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June 2004 202-10036-01
Chapter 2
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the NETGEAR
®
108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGR624v3.
The WGR624v3 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 108 Mbps Wireless
Firewall Router WGR624v3.
Key Features
The
108 Mbps Wireless Firewall Router WGR624v3 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 WGR624v3 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 WGR624v3 router provides the following features:
•
802.11g wireless networking, with the ability to operate in 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.
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/WGR624v3.asp
where you will
find product firmware upd
ates for your WGR624v3.
