Method To Hook Up Netgear Router To Cable Modem

For internet connection, a router is connected with a modem. If the connection is proper then only user can receive continuous and high speed internet. This article shows, how a Netgear router should be connected with a modem.

1.     User can use a interface for configuring router with modem. Few user interfaces are available. User can configure router using that interface wizard.

2.     Connect the modem with the internet port of router and with any of the LAN ports of router, connect the system or computer.

3.     Switch off the router and modem and restart the computer. Do this process 2 to 3 times so that all the three gets boots up.

4.     In the computer, open the browser window and type the IP address in the address bar.

5.     Default IP addresses are 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. Press Enter.

6.     A login page will appear. Enter the login details, username as "admin"and password as "password ".

7.     Now open the available user interface, for example , "Smart Wizard ", and click on set up wizard.

8.     On asking to detect the internet connection, select YES and follow the steps.

9.     Netgear router's configuration and modem detals will be seen. Check for the IP address. It should not be blanked or 0.0.0.0.

Now the router and modem are properly configured and user can check the internet connection. For any further assistance, consult with the expert technicians at netgear router customer service number.