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Setup WiFi on the Netcomm N900

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The Netcomm N900 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 Netcomm N900 Guides

This is the wifi guide for the Netcomm N900. 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 Netcomm N900

To get started configuring the Netcomm N900 WiFi settings you need to login to your router. If you are already logged in you can skip this step.

To login to the Netcomm N900, follow our Netcomm N900 Login Guide.

Find the WiFi Settings on the Netcomm N900

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 Netcomm N900 router.

This WiFi guide begins on the Basic Status page of the NetComm N900 router.

Tick the link at the very bottom of the page labeled Switch to advanced view.

router status mac address internet IP
This is the status page from your Netcomm N900 router.

This takes you to the Advanced Status page.

Click the option at the top of the page, in black, labeled Network Setup.

Then, in the box menu, choose Wireless 2.4GHz

Change the WiFi Settings on the Netcomm N900

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This is the wifi setup page from your Netcomm N900 router.

You are then directed to the page seen here.

First, be sure that the Wireless Module (2.4GHz) is Enabled.

Second, use the box labeled Network ID(SSID) to enter a new name for your network. Be creative because it really doesn't matter what you enter here. Learn more in our Wireless Names Guide.

The third setting is titled SSID Broadcast. If you leave this Enabled your SSID is visible to surrounding wireless devices. If you choose to Disable this option it essentially hides your SSID from any neighboring wireless devices. If a potential hacker wants to find a hidden network they can do so with the correct tools.

Next is the Channel. Be sure you are using either 1,6, or 11. Learn why in our WiFi Channels Guide.

We suggest setting the Wireless Mode to B/G/N Mixed.

Under that is the Authentication. This is the security and we recommend WPA2-PSK. Learn what the different options are in our WEP vs. WPA guide.

Now skip down to the Encryption. The most secure encryption available right now is AES.

Finally, the last setting is titled Preshare Key. This is the network password. It is a good idea to make this password as strong as possible. We suggest using a minimum of 14-20 characters. Use a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols to create this unique password. Check out our Choosing a Strong Password Guide for more information.

You did it. Just click the Save button and 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 Netcomm N900 Info

Don't forget about our other Netcomm N900 info that you might be interested in.

This is the wifi guide for the Netcomm N900. We also have the following guides for the same router: