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Initial Setup - 3300 Series Wireless	IEWG_110 (a)
Netopia has just introduced a new line of Wireless Gateways utilizing 802.11x technology for complete interoperability and Wi-Fi compliance. Netopia 3-D Reach is superior to today's conventional wireless implementations by incorporating a wireless subsystem specifically designed for enhanced wireless range, coverage and performance. Any Wi-Fi certified wireless network adapter or device, such as a PDA or a handheld unit, which supports the 802.11b standard should work with the Netopia Gateways. In order to take advantage of our wireless security features, such as WEP encryption and WPA-PSK encryption (when supported), please check with the documentation supplied for your wireless adapter to determine compatibility.
Please Note: The purpose of this Quick Guide is to outline basic configuration of the wireless LAN networking properties of the Netopia 3300 Series Residential Wireless Gateway. It should be noted that additional configuration can enhance the level of network security available above that outlined in this Quick Guide.
Click Here! if you'd like to use MAC Authentication for additional network security. Click Here! if you'd like to use WEP Encryption for additional network security. WEP can be used alone or in conjunction with MAC Authentication.

Firmware Reference

v7.2 R1 through v7.4.2 -- Netopia 3347W

Before you start

Please Note: The IP Addressing in this document is for illustrative purposes only. The public IP's provided by your ISP will be different and unique to your internet account. With Network Address Translation enabled, any private network addressing scheme can be used that is consistent with your LAN settings.
Browse into the Netopia's web interface at http://192.168.1.254 (if using the default IP setting). If your network has a different IP addressing scheme, modify this accordingly. The default Username is admin, and the default Password is the router serial number. Remember to click the button to save any entries. Hitting the back button without clicking will undo any changes.
Once you have completed your configuration, click on the symbol in your upper right hand corner to validate the changes. Then click on Save and Restart.

Configuration -- v7.2 through 7.4.2

From the Home screen, click on Configure.

Click on LAN.

Click on Wireless in the Other LAN Options box.

Check the Enable Wireless checkbox.

You can use the default SSID (Network ID) setting, or change to your own setting. This must match the Network ID of the Wireless Network cards installed in the computer(s).

Use Encryption: should be set to Off - No Privacy.

Click on Submit.

Click on Advanced under Other Wireless Options.

The Default Channel setting is preset at 6. This refers to radio frequency ranges within the 2.4 Ghz range and can be changed as long as the wireless network settings match.

Enable Closed System Mode: is Unchecked by default.

When unchecked, or in Open Mode, this SSID will be broadcast as an available wireless network to any compatible WiFi Device within broadcast reach.
When checked (enabled), or in Closed Mode, it will be necessary to enter the SSID value into the client card configuration to permit access to the available network.
In Closed Mode the Netopia wireless network is hidden from the scanning features of other wireless-enabled computers. The only clients allowed to access your network are those configured with the same SSID value.

Closed System mode is recommended for increased security from unauthorized access or unwanted detection of a wireless "hotspot".

Enable WEP Encryption is Off No Privacy.

Click on Submit.

Click on MAC Authorization.

Enable Wireless MAC Auth should be Unchecked.

Submit.

Once you have input all necessary information, click on the symbol in your upper right hand corner to validate the changes.

Validation passed, then click on Save and Restart.

Conclusion

Your Netopia router is now configured for both a wired and wireless LAN environment. The 10/100 Ethernet switch incorporated into the 3300 Wireless series router allows instant connectivity to your existing ethernet LAN, either directly plugged into the router's hub or to an external hub. The 3D Reach Wireless LAN will provide network access to 802.11b compliant devices on your network as well. Please consult the documentation provided with the wireless LAN card for individual manufacturers instructions and requirements.