SMCWBR14-G3
User Guide
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Chapter 3: Connecting the Router
3.1 System Requirements
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Broadband (Cable/xDSL) Internet service and Modem with Ethernet connection.
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2.4GHz 802.11b/g wireless adapter installed on each PC. Alternatively an Ethernet
adapter can be used.
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Internet Explorer 5.5 or above, Netscape 4.7 or above, Mozilla Firefox 1.0 or above
3.2 Installation Environment Requirements
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Do not
place in direct sunlight or near a heater or heating vent
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Do not clutter or crowd. There should be at least 2 inches (5 cm) of clear space on
all sides of the router
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Well ventilated (especially if it is in a closet)
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Operating temperature: 0 ~40 (32 ~104 )
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Operating Humidity: 10%~90%RH, Non-condensing
3.3 Connecting the Router
Before you install the router, you should connect your PC to the Internet through your
broadband service successfully. If there is any problem, please contact your ISP. After
that, please install the router according to the following steps. Don't forget to pull out the
power plug and keep your hands dry.
1. Power off your PC, Cable/DSL modem, and the router.
2. Locate an optimum location for the router. The best place is usually near the center
of the area in which your PC will wirelessly connect. The place must comply with the
Installation Environment Requirements
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3. Adjust the direction of the antenna. Normally, upright is a good direction.
4. Connect the PCs and each Switch/Hub in your LAN to the LAN Ports on the router,
shown in figure 3-1. (If you have the wireless NIC and want to use wireless
connector, you can skip this step.)
5. Connect the DSL/Cable Modem to the WAN port on the router, shown in figure 3-1.
6. Connect the power adapter to the power input on the router, and the other end into
an electrical outlet. The router will start to work automatically.
7. Power on your PC and Cable/DSL modem.
