Introduction of Netgear N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router

The Netgear N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router is an affordable and reliable solution for home and small business networks. This dual-band router offers wireless speeds of up to 300Mbps, making it perfect for streaming HD videos, online gaming, and other bandwidth-intensive tasks. The estimated price of this product is around $60, and it was launched in 2012.

Package Contents

• N300 Wireless Router (WNR2000v4)
• Stand
• Ethernet cable
• Power adapter
• Quick install guide 

Detailed Specifications

• Wireless Speed: Up to 300Mbps
• Dual Band: Simultaneous 2.4GHz and 5GHz
• Advanced Security: WPA/WPA2 - PSK
• 5 Ethernet Ports: 1 Internet and 4 LAN
• External Antennas: 3 Detachable
• Processor: 480MHz
• Memory: 32MB Flash and 64MB RAM
• Operating Systems: Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and UNIX
• Dimensions: 7 x 5.1 x 2.1 in (178 x 130 x 54 mm)
• Weight: 0.62lb (0.28kg)

Overview

The NETGEAR N300 Wireless Router (WNR2000) offers WiFi for work and play. This router delivers high performance wireless speeds of up to 300 Mbps and is a better router for medium-sized homes. The WNR2000 delivers the speed and reliability needed for applications such as online gaming and multimedia streaming and a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. Simultaneous dual band dramatically reduces interference that can cause dropped connections. The WNR2000 includes features such as Live Parental Controls for safer web surfing on connected devices and NETGEAR genie® home network manager for easy installation and home network management.  

Performance & Use

• N300 WiFi speed—Faster downloads & Internet gaming
• WiFi range for medium-sized homes
• Parental Controls keep your Internet experience safe
• NETGEAR® genie® App—Home networking simplified

The NETGEAR Difference WNR2000

• NETGEAR® genie®
• Live Parental Controls
• Lifetime Warranty

NETGEAR genie® Home Networking Simplified

• Home network manager
• Makes any printer AirPrint® compatible to  print from an iPad® or iPhone®
• MyMedia™—Find & play media files in your network
• EZ Mobile connect—Scan QR code to connect to your home network
• For PC, Mac®, iPhone®, iPad®, & Android™ devices

N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router

Speed

Speed makes HD video better. Speed makes online gaming awesome. Speed makes all your devices really go. And anyplace you need speed, with NETGEAR you got it. Fast download speeds up to 300Mbps. WiFi technology provides whole home coverage. Everything you need for a fast connected home.

Better WiFi Speed: N300 WIFI—Faster downloads & Internet gaming

WiFi Range

Homes come in all shapes and sizes. The NETGEAR N300 Wireless Router provides better WiFi connectivity throughout your home for all your Internet enabled devices.

Better WiFi Range: RANGE—For medium-sized homes 

Sharing

Relive memories and share them with others. Find photos, videos and music stored on a shared USB hard drive. If it's secure and shared storage access you want NETGEAR has easy ways to do it.

Share & stream your movies, music, photos: WIRELESS-N —Email, chat, surf,  music, video

Reliable Connections

Stay connected with your devices, your media, and your friends. The advanced QoS technology provides higher priority for media streaming application for smoother HD video streaming and low latency online gaming.

Enjoy better connectivity throughout your home: ADVANCED QoS—Optimized for smooth HD streaming & gaming

Ease Of Use

NETGEAR makes it easy to do more with your digital devices. Manage your network with genie® App— a personal, icon-based dashboard that can control and monitor all your devices. Or, use Push ‘N’ Connect to add devices to your WiFi network with a push of a button. And the simple browser-based installation with no CD makes router installation easy using an iPad, tablet, smartphone, or computer.

Simple network management

• EASY INSTALL: Easy setup for iPad®, tablets, smartphones  & computers

  

• NETGEAR GENIE® APP: Personal dashboard to monitor, control & repair your home network

  

• PUSH ‘N’ CONNECT: Easy push button WiFi connections (WPS)

  

• WIFI & POWER ON/OFF: Convenient power savings

  

Security

Keep your Internet browsing experience safe and secure with the free parental controls. It allows you to limit access to certain web sites at certain times. For example no social networking or gaming site access after dinner time. Guest networks create a completely separate WiFi network for your guests’ devices, ensuring they do not have access to your home network or to the shared USB hard drive with all your personal data. Secure WiFi connections offer the highest level of WPA/WPA2 security.

Safeguard your network

• PARENTAL CONTROLS: Safer web surfing for all your connected devices

  

• GUEST NETWORK ACCESS: Separate & secure access for guests

  

• SECURE WIFI CONNECTIONS: Highest level wireless security with WPA/WPA2

  

Applications

With the N300 Wireless Router create a better home network for applications such a fast reliable connection to the Internet and a secure wireless connection. 

Ideal Uses

• EMAIL, CHAT, SURF, MUSIC, VIDEO—Enjoy a fast, reliable and secure wireless connection to the Internet

  

• ONLINE GAMING—Optimized for multi-player gaming with no lags

  

Connection Diagram

Description

The Netgear N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router is designed to provide a stable and secure wireless connection. Its dual-band technology helps minimize interference, allowing for optimal performance. This router supports advanced security features, including WPA/WPA2 encryption, double firewall protection, and DoS attack prevention. With its five Ethernet ports, you can connect multiple wired devices with ease. The router's three detachable external antennas ensure optimal wireless coverage and range.

Setup Guide N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router

1. Connect the router to your modem using the Internet port.
2. Connect your computer to one of the LAN ports.
3. Launch a web browser and type www.routerlogin.net in the address bar.
4. Enter the username (default: admin) and password (default: password).
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.

Technical Parameters

• Wi-Fi transmitters/receivers (Tx/Rx)—2x2 (2.4 GHz)
• Simultaneous Dual Band runs 2.4 and 5GHz bands concurrently
• Supports Wireless Multimedia (WMM) based Q-oS
• IPv6 Support (Internet Protocol Version 6) 

Standards

• IEEE 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz
• Five (5) 10/100 (1 WAN and 4 LAN) 
• Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology

System Requirements

• Broadband (cable, DSL) Internet service and modem with Ethernet  connection
• 802.11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz wireless adapter or Ethernet adapter and  cable for each computer
• Microsoft® Windows® 7, 8, Vista®, XP, 2000, Mac® OS, UNIX®, or Linux®
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 5.0, Firefox® 2.0 or Safari® 1.4 or higher
• Use with an N300 Wireless USB Adapter  (WNA3100) for maximum performance

Security

• Wi-Fi Protected Access® (WPA/WPA2—PSK) and WEP
• Double firewall protection (SPI and NAT firewall)
• Denial-of-service (DoS) attack prevention
• DMZ for secure gaming

Warranty

Lifetime Warranty (For full warranty details go to www.netgear.com/lifetimewarranty)

Support: 24/7 basic technical support for 90 days from date of purchase

Pros & Cons

Pros:

• Affordable price
• Dual-band technology
• Advanced security features
• Easy setup process

Cons:

• Limited USB ports
• Basic QoS settings
• No MU-MIMO support

Customer Reviews

Customers appreciate the Netgear N300 Wireless WNR2000 Router for its reliability, affordability, and easy setup. Common complaints include limited USB ports and basic QoS settings. Overall, users find this router to be an excellent value for the price.