Wireless n 150 Router. Netgear N150 Feature Overview, Do-It-Yourself Configuration and Firmware Update

Netgear N150 is one of the popular router models, well suited for home use. Its bandwidth is low - 150 Mbps, but this is quite enough for the average user.

The price of this router is also low, which makes it even more attractive. So, you are wondering how to get started using the Netgear N150? About all the intricacies of its connection and configuration further.

Router package

The Netgear N150 comes in a light green box containing:

• the router itself
• network cable;
• power unit;
• warranty card;
• instructions for installation and use;
• disk with software to configure the device.

Note! You will not find an antenna in the kit, since in this model it is built-in.

On the front panel of the router are LED indicators that reflect:

• connecting the device to power;
• Wi-Fi module activity;
• Internet connection;
• connection to a WPS network;
• active LAN ports.

Important! cooled down this model thanks to the gratings located on the body, therefore, when installing it, it is necessary to choose such an arrangement so that they are not covered by other appliances and household items.

The rear panel of the router is equipped with:

• interfaces for connecting to the network;
• power switch/switch;
• four lan ports for connection additional devices to the local network;
• A WAN port to connect the device to an ISP.

Video: Wi Fi router NETGEAR N150

Connection

After unpacking and familiarizing yourself with the components of the device, you can start connecting it:

• we connect the power supply to the corresponding connector of the router and insert it into the network;
• turn on the router by pressing the power button located on the back panel;
• find the WAN port and insert the Internet cable into it;
• connect network adapter PC and any of the LAN ports using the special short cable provided in the kit.

Having completed the physical part of the connection, we proceed to its software part. Need to customize network card so that it allows you to obtain IP addresses automatically.

Consider this process on the example of an operating room Windows systems 7:

On this connection and presetting finished.

Login to settings

From now on, we will cover how to set up wifi router Netgear N150.

First, let's go to its interface:

Internet

Let's start setting up the Internet:

Important! This method suitable for providers with a static IP address.

Dynamic IP connections

If a dynamic IP is used for the connection (changing with each new session), then the process will be different:

After these settings, access to the network will be open.

PPPoE for Rostelecom, TTK and Dom.ru

These providers are those who use a "PPPoE" connection - one of the most common types of network connection.

Its setup is quite simple:

Attention! The home ru provider uses MAC address binding, which means that one additional amendment needs to be made for it by specifying the use of the address of the current PC in the settings.

L2TP for Beeline

L2TP is a fairly new type of connection. It is used by such a popular provider as Beeline.

For such a connection, do the following:

WI-FI settings

To set up a wireless connection, follow the instructions below:

Note! By giving a name to new network, one important point must be taken into account - it is better to start it with a small letter in order to simplify the connection for some devices.

IPTV

You can connect the IPTV viewing function through an STB set-top box with a few simple steps.

For this you need:

• go to the "Advanced" tab and select "Internet port settings";
• specify the local port to which the set-top box will be connected;
• save the settings by clicking "Apply".

Video: NETGEAR N150 Wireless Router Unboxing

Firmware update

Loading new version firmware and its installation can be done as follows:

• remove the WAN cable from the router connector;
• connect the PC to the LAN port of the device;
• open the browser and enter "http://192.168.1.1", press "Enter";
• in the interface that appears, enter the login data: login - "admin", password - "password" (they can be found on the device itself or in the instructions);
• click on the number of the current firmware version, located at the top of the page;
• a file download window will appear, specify the directory on the computer where it will be saved;
• click "Submit" and start the installation process;
• We wait for its complete completion, after which the router will automatically reboot.

Attention! During installation, do not turn off the power or disconnect cables.

In some cases, when it is impossible to go to the web interface (for example, when the router was already in use), it is necessary to reset the router to factory settings.

It is done like this:

• on the back panel there is a reset button, we find it;
• using a pen or paper clip, hold it down for 10 seconds;
• the indicators on the device will flash and the router will reboot, restoring the default settings;
• We go to the menu using the standard data.

Important! Please note that when returning to default settings everyone can join the network external devices even if they don't belong to you. You can fix this situation in the settings menu by setting a password to enter.

You can see that the Netgear N150 setup is practically no different from similar models. The whole process is quite doable at home and does not require the skills of an "advanced" user.

Development of the wireless router market as one of the most demanded segment network devices, has already led to the fact that even for little money, you can buy a high-performance device. A typical representative of this middle class is the wireless n150 home router. Its electronic filling implements 802.11n, which allows us to hope for all 150 Mbps and this is clearly more than 100 Mbps, in the communication port with the provider.

In fact, many of the devices in this segment differ only in name and usually manufacturers focus on design. Our hero focuses on software implementation functionality. Therefore, we will analyze how to configure the netgear n150 router a little lower.

Exterior and interior of the router

Externally, the router almost does not differ from its counterparts, a classic-sized rectangle made of glossy plastic. But the absence of external antennas immediately catches the eye.

Front panel of the router

The back of the router, quite traditionally, contains all the necessary set of switching connections, a power connector and a reset button.

Rear panel of the router

On the side of the router are two recessed work control buttons. wireless network and WPS.

Side view

Inside the router is a traditional single-board solution, based on an Atheros AR7420 processor running at 340MHz, this chip implements both a wireless network and a network switch. It's nice to see that it was equipped with at least a small, but still a radiator. RAM the router is 32 MB, and the flash for storing the firmware is 4 MB. On the left, 2 antennas are visible, made with a three-dimensional design right on printed circuit board. In general, minimalism in all its glory.

Router motherboard

Setting up a router

Setting up the netgear n150 router is somewhat different from the usual Asus or D-Links, but this is understandable. There are two main ways to make settings, either proprietary utility, or through the familiar Web interface. The proprietary utility has quick settings, wizards, but differs in not entirely correct operation. In any case, the one that we had tried to update the Russified firmware to the English one. And at the same time, the parameters of work would change wireless module, which is undesirable.

Therefore, we will use the Web interface.

Main page

The main settings are on two pages. The first is for connection settings to the Internet provider. The second page contains settings for the wireless module. Internet connection settings allow a variety of types of connection, both using DHCP, and manually setting the IP address, the MAC address is also changeable, which is usually available either in more expensive devices, or is implemented custom firmware. PPPoE, PPTP and L2TP are supported for authentication.

Internet connection setup screen

Wireless network settings consist of a standard set:

SSID network name

• speed mode

  security settings

Thus, we have the ability to vary both the speed and the channels in order to obtain the optimal and stable signal in all rooms. From the security settings, the netgear n150 router only has an open network and WPA / WPA2. Unfortunately, if you still have WEP devices at home, you will either have to sacrifice security or the device.

Wireless settings settings

This completes the basic settings for the wireless n150 home router.

Advanced router settings

Wifi router netgear n150, contains nine items in the section advanced settings. Let's consider some of them. The wireless network settings contain length, fragmentation, and header mode settings that you'd better leave untouched unless you have a clear idea of ​​what you're doing and what you want to get. There are also settings for WPS mode, and a MAC address filter.

Advanced wireless network settings

A little lower are the local network settings, where you can specify the addressing of the internal network, enable RIP and DHCP. And also, allocate for the latter a range from the existing network, for distribution to customers. In addition, it is possible to reserve specific IP addresses for certain MAC addresses.

Configuring LAN Settings

The wireless n 150 router has support for the DDNS standard, which makes it easier to access it from the Internet, but, unfortunately, it only works with www.dyndns.org. The possibility of manual programming of the route table is also implemented.

There is also UPnP support for automatic operation with supporting devices. But malware likes to use the same simplistic way.

If you use an Internet connection with payment by traffic, then the traffic counter option will be very useful. Various options for its settings are present on the corresponding settings page.

Traffic counter settings page

Live Parental Control

Wireless n 150 home router has an interesting feature for access control using OpenDNS, implemented using specialized software Live parental control. It's free, fast, and easy to configure, and not found in most routers of this class.

There is no need to install any additional software on your clients, be it a computer, smartphone or game console. The only thing, however, is that you still have to pay a certain amount one-time to buy the initial configuration utility from Netgear. But all further operation is free. Follow the promotions, periodically the discount on this utility is very significant.

You need to start by creating an account in OpenDNS and choosing a global filtering level. After that, the system starts its work.

Live Parental Controls Settings

The essence of the system is to block the operation of DNS, the settings of which are carried out through the OpenDNS server. Therefore, a local network user using any of the devices will not be able to violate the established restrictions.

It is important to know that direct IP access is preserved, but must be defined in advance. It is also possible to bypass this limitation through specialized software or anonymizers. But, in general, to protect your children from visiting unwanted resources, as one of the elements, is very effective.

Is it worth the money spent

All kinds of testing carried out in the “field” conditions with a router showed it from the best side. It confidently keeps the speed of 100 Mbps, with various types protocols. Withstands high load of peer-to-peer clients and IPTV.

The router has a nice appearance, there are no annoying fair half external antennas and there are control buttons on the case.

The router can be recommended without hesitation to users who do not need gigabit networks or USB devices connected to the router. And given the non-trivial implementation of the function parental controls, families with young children, it will be one of the best choices.

Think about it, perhaps it is his last property that may be much more important than the rest.

A small video review of Netgear Wireless N 150 router Unboxing:

The Netgear N 150 router uses a common wifi technology 802.11g/n. The frequency of the Wi-Fi transmitter here is 2.4 GHz, and the data exchange rate over the wireless channel is up to 150 Mbps.

Also, you can simultaneously connect up to 4 wired devices to the device (desktop computer, printer, IP-TV set-top box, etc.).

In addition, there is a very useful feature for the router dual firewall (which will secure home network from unwanted "visits" from the outside), as well as protection against DoS attacks.

Unfortunately, a clear instruction in Russian does not always “accompany” this Wi-Fi router, so here we will look at how to connect and configure it yourself wireless router netgear n 150.

Netgear n 150 router: overview and brief characteristics

Externally, the device is a compact plastic "box", which, when installing the device, can be fixed in two positions using a special stand made of basic configuration router.

On the front panel there are indicator lights:

• - Food
• - WPS status (more about the WPS function can be found in the article)

• - WiFi status
• - Internet connection (if this indicator is off, you should contact the provider's support service: there may be problems "on the line" or the service of this subscriber is temporarily suspended)
• - 4 indicators characterizing the connected wired devices.

On the reverse side are:

• - Antenna for Wi-fi.
• - Power button.
• - Power connector.
• - Connector for internet connection.
• - 4 LAN connectors for connecting wired devices.

There are also buttons on the sidebar:

• - WPS on/off button
• - Wifi on/off button

How to connect a Netgear N 150 router?

To independently connect the netgear n 150 router to the Internet, you will need a cable provided by an Internet provider and an outlet to connect the device to a 220 V power supply.

First, connect the power adapter to the back of the router and plug the other end into a public power outlet, then press the power button.

At the same time, the power indicator on the front panel of Netgir should light up. As soon as it begins to glow evenly in green- the router is ready to work.

To configure the router for the first time, connect the device to the computer using network cable. At the same time, the LED corresponding to the occupied LAN connector should light up on the indicator panel.

If this Netgir router has ever been in operation, you should first use the Reset button “recessed” into the case on the rear panel of the device.

How to set up a Netgear N150 router?

After physically connecting to a PC, you can access the router settings through any web browser installed on your computer.

To do this, enter the address http://www.routerlogin.net/ or http://www.routerlogin.com/ directly in the address bar and press the Enter (or “go”) key.

If this address does not respond, use the static IP address of the router indicated on the service label of the device. In most cases, this combination is 192.168.1.1

After that, a registration window will appear, where you should specify the login and password to enter the settings of the netgear n 150 router: by default, these are admin and password, respectively (the data should be entered in capital letters).

If at this stage there is a request to search for software updates for the router, it is recommended to agree with the offer of the router.

For quick setup in the left menu, select the Setup Wizard or Setup Wizard option and agree with the wizard's suggestion to automatically recognize the network - setting up an Internet connection is completed.

For manual setting refuse the auto-configuration offer and go to the “Settings” -> “Basic settings” section, then check from the contract with the provider (or in round the clock service support) the method of connecting to the Internet provided to you and whether it is required to specify a login / password when connecting to the World Wide Web.

At dynamic receiving The IP addresses here will be the following settings.

At PPPoE connection(for Internet providers Rostelecom, Dom ru, etc.)

Netgear N150 router: how to set up WiFi?

Now let's figure out how to set up wireless Internet.

To connect this function, press the Wi-Fi enable button on the side panel of the device.

From the computer, in the main menu of the router, select "Wireless settings" or "Wireless connection settings".

After that, you can enter the security settings for your wireless network.

How to change password on netgear n150 router?

How to disable WPS on Netgear N150 router?

Press the WPS button on the side panel of the device, or the soft button in the router settings through the browser, and the router will continue to work in unsecured mode.

Netgear N150 - a classic router model for home use without any extra frills. The device is attractively priced and appearance, perfectly copes with the daily tasks of Internet users. Let's find out what are the main characteristics of the specified router and how to configure it to work on the network, and if necessary, change its firmware.

Inexpensive high speed router

This model, in terms of its characteristics, is a fairly typical device at a nice price, which does not affect high quality connections. The highest data transfer rate in the model is about 150 Mbps, which is enough for home use. Create local network It is possible due to the presence of 4 LAN ports for connecting several users via cable; Wi-Fi is used for wireless signal distribution.

The router provides a good signal over a fairly large area, is easy to use, has a nice and simple interface, which we will get to know later.

Internet setup on Netgear N150

After connection network equipment check from PC system settings networks - in the connection properties, open the Internet protocol at number 4, set automatic detection of IP and DNS.

Direct configuration of the router occurs through its menu, which can be opened in the browser - you must enter the combination 192.168.1.1 in the address bar. and enter the words "admin" and "password" in the login and access key fields.

To establish a connection that works over Dynamic IP, you need to do the following:

• Select the "Installation" section, as a result of which a window of basic parameters will appear.
• When asked if additional data is required to establish a connection, answer "No".
• Next, select the "Obtain automatically from service provider" option next to configurations such as IP and DNS.
• What should be selected in the settings, where we are talking about using the MAC address? In the case when the provider uses the binding, select "Use the MAC address of this computer", if not, select the default option to work.
• Don't forget to click "Apply" for the changes to take effect.

To use the Internet using a Static IP, follow the same steps with one difference - instead of automatic detection IP, DNS enter the data specified in the contract from the supplier.

Network setup using PPPoE, PPTP, L2TP

For a connection via the PPPoE protocol, the following parameters are defined:

• Open the menu "Installation", "Basic settings".
• To the question of whether additional data is required, we answer “Yes”.
• In the "Internet Service Provider" select the desired protocol.
• Enter the username and password from the contract, save the changes.

An L2TP or PPTP connection is established as follows:

• Select the answer "Yes" to the first question from the form in the menu "Basic section settings", "Installation".
• From the drop-down list, define the Internet Service Provider by specifying one of the protocols.
• Enter the username, the key from the data you provided from the provider.
• Enter the desired combination in the “Server Address” line - you will find it out by viewing the Internet service agreement.

Wi-Fi module activation

When you have completed the network settings, you can proceed to activate Wi-Fi, which is done in the following way:

• Go through the menu of the router to the section “Wireless connection settings”.
• In the SSID line, create your network name.
• Select the country where you live.
• In the encryption type selection menu, check WPA2-PSK, as it is the most secure among the others.
• In the last field, create a password consisting of a complex combination - it is desirable that it includes not only numbers, but also letters.

Software Update

Changing the firmware on the Netgear N150 router is quite simple - first of all, download the file with the new firmware on the official website of the developer, then follow these steps:

• In the “Settings” menu, open the “Maintenance” section, the “Router Update” submenu.
• In the window that appears, specify the path to the firmware file, then select "Download", and the device will be updated, then rebooting.

There is another way to update the firmware - in the same menu there is a "Check" button, thanks to which the router will independently search for the firmware on the World Wide Web, and also install the new version.

As you can see, Netgear N150 has excellent features, is very easy to set up and use, and will provide you with high-quality high-speed connection. If necessary, you can always easily change its settings, thanks to a clear menu interface, or set new firmware for the correct operation of the router.