SMC Networks SMCD3GN - Manual (Page 3)

Contents
Preface...................................................................................................................... v
Key Features .............................................................................................................. vi
Document Organization..............................................................................................vii
Document Conventions ..............................................................................................vii
Safety and Warnings ............................................................................................vii
Typographic Conventions..........................................................................................viii
1 Getting to Know Your Gateway ........................................................................... 9
Unpacking Package Contents ...................................................................................10
System Requirements ...............................................................................................10
Front Panel................................................................................................................11
Configuring Wireless Security ...................................................................................13
Rear Panel ................................................................................................................13
Restoring Factory Defaults........................................................................................14
2 Installing Your Gateway ..................................................................................... 15
Finding a Suitable Location .......................................................................................16
Connecting to the LAN ..............................................................................................16
Connecting the WAN.................................................................................................17
Powering on the Gateway .........................................................................................17
3 Configuring Your Computer for TCP/IP ............................................................ 18
Configuring Microsoft Windows 2000........................................................................19
Configuring Microsoft Windows XP ...........................................................................20
Configuring Microsoft Windows Vista........................................................................21
Configuring an Apple ® Macintosh ® Computer ...........................................................23
4 Configuring Your Gateway ................................................................................ 24
Pre-configuration Guidelines .....................................................................................25
Disabling Proxy Settings......................................................................................25
Disabling Proxy Settings in Internet Explorer ................................................25
Disabling Proxy Settings in Firefox................................................................25
Disabling Proxy Settings in Safari .................................................................26
Disabling Firewall and Security Software ............................................................26
Confirming Your Gateway’s Link Status ..............................................................26
Accessing the Gateway’s Web Management............................................................27
Understanding the Web Management Interface Screens .........................................28
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