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Setup WiFi on the GetNet GR-534W

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The GetNet GR-534W router is considered a wireless router because it offers WiFi connectivity. WiFi, or simply wireless, allows you to connect various devices to your router, such as wireless printers, smart televisions, and WiFi enabled smartphones.

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Other GetNet GR-534W Guides

This is the wifi guide for the GetNet GR-534W. We also have the following guides for the same router:

WiFi Terms

Before we get started there is a little bit of background info that you should be familiar with.

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Wireless Name

Your wireless network needs to have a name to uniquely identify it from other wireless networks. If you are not sure what this means we have a guide explaining what a wireless name is that you can read for more information.

Wireless Password

An important part of securing your wireless network is choosing a strong password.

Wireless Channel

Picking a WiFi channel is not always a simple task. Be sure to read about WiFi channels before making the choice.

Encryption

You should almost definitely pick WPA2 for your networks encryption. If you are unsure, be sure to read our WEP vs WPA guide first.

Login To The GetNet GR-534W

To get started configuring the GetNet GR-534W WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.

To login to the GetNet GR-534W, follow our GetNet GR-534W Login Guide.

Find the WiFi Settings on the GetNet GR-534W

If you followed our login guide above then you should see this screen.

router status mac address internet IP
This is the status page from your GetNet GR-534W router.

This WiFi guide begins on the Overview page of the GetNet GR-534W router. From here, tick the option of Wireless at the top of the screen. Below that, in the small black bar, click the link titled Basic.

Change the WiFi Settings on the GetNet GR-534W

wifi wireless
This is the wifi setup page from your GetNet GR-534W router.

You should now be on a page like the one you see here.

  • Use the Network Name (SSID) to enter in a new name of your choosing. This is the identifying name for your network. It's not important what you enter here so long as it is memorable. We do recommend that you avoid personal information. Read our Wireless Names Guide for more info.
  • Now scroll down this page until you find the Frequency (Channel). Use this drop down menu to pick the appropriate channel for your network. Make sure you use channels 1,6, or 11. These three channels don't overlap which causes interference. If you want to know more about why you should only use these three channels, read our WiFi Channels Guide.
  • Click the Apply button near the bottom of the page.

Scroll back to the top of the page and click the link in the black bar labeled Security.

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This is the wifi security page from your GetNet GR-534W router.

You are now directed to a page like the one you see here named Wireless Security/Encryption Settings.

  • In the box labeled SSID choice pick the SSID you created on the previous page.
  • Next is the Security Mode. We recommend the option of WPA2-PSK. Learn why we recommend this by clicking this link.
  • In the WPA Algorithm line, pick the bullet labeled AES.
  • The last thing you need to enter in is the Pass Phrase. This is the password you enter into the wireless devices you want to connect to your internet through this router. Create a strong password of at least 14-20 characters with a mixture of symbols, numbers, and letters. If you want to know more about this topic, read our Choosing a Strong Password Guide.
  • Click the Apply button when you are finished.

Possible Problems when Changing your WiFi Settings

After making these changes to your router you will almost definitely have to reconnect any previously connected devices. This is usually done at the device itself and not at your computer.

Other GetNet GR-534W Info

Don't forget about our other GetNet GR-534W info that you might be interested in.

This is the wifi guide for the GetNet GR-534W. We also have the following guides for the same router: