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... the USB 2.0 port provides wireless access and sharing of 6 The AC1600 Smart WiFi Router also includes Nighthawk™ App to the Internet. Dual Band Gigabit Performance & Use • AC1600 WiFi-300+1300Mbps† speeds • For up to 20 devices and...band mobile devices like iPad®/iPhone® Overview The NETGEAR AC1600 Smart WiFi Router is an incredibly fast router delivering AC1600 WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet speeds. With up and monitor your router. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - These technologies also provide ultimate connectivity for the latest dual...
... the USB 2.0 port provides wireless access and sharing of 6 The AC1600 Smart WiFi Router also includes Nighthawk™ App to the Internet. Dual Band Gigabit Performance & Use • AC1600 WiFi-300+1300Mbps† speeds • For up to 20 devices and...band mobile devices like iPad®/iPhone® Overview The NETGEAR AC1600 Smart WiFi Router is an incredibly fast router delivering AC1600 WiFi and Gigabit Ethernet speeds. With up and monitor your router. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - These technologies also provide ultimate connectivity for the latest dual...
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... more WiFi devices ADVANCED QoS-Optimized for media streaming. The Better BETTER RANGE-WiFi coverage throughout your home WiFi Range NETGEAR AC1600 Smart WiFi Router with... your devices, your media, and your Internet-enabled devices. The advanced QoS technology provides higher priority for a fast, fast, fast connected home. Dual Band Gigabit Speed Speed makes HD video better. Everything you need speed, with Gigabit wired and wireless connection. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router...
... more WiFi devices ADVANCED QoS-Optimized for media streaming. The Better BETTER RANGE-WiFi coverage throughout your home WiFi Range NETGEAR AC1600 Smart WiFi Router with... your devices, your media, and your Internet-enabled devices. The advanced QoS technology provides higher priority for a fast, fast, fast connected home. Dual Band Gigabit Speed Speed makes HD video better. Everything you need speed, with Gigabit wired and wireless connection. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router...
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... (WPS) WIFI & POWER ON/OFF-Convenient power savings Security Maintain high security across your privacy & family is simple & easy, so you can connect quickly & make sure you covered. EASY INSTALL-Easy setup for kids & guests, NETGEAR has you stay that way! Find photos,... videos and music stored on your DLNA TV right from your new device faster than ever. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - NETGEAR wants to ensure your network to make sure installation ...
... (WPS) WIFI & POWER ON/OFF-Convenient power savings Security Maintain high security across your privacy & family is simple & easy, so you can connect quickly & make sure you covered. EASY INSTALL-Easy setup for kids & guests, NETGEAR has you stay that way! Find photos,... videos and music stored on your DLNA TV right from your new device faster than ever. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - NETGEAR wants to ensure your network to make sure installation ...
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... , you through the rest. With the app, you can install your router in few steps-just connect your mobile device to the router network and the app will walk you can use the intuitive dashboard to set up your WiFi. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit Nighthawk® App The Nighthawk® App makes...
... , you through the rest. With the app, you can install your router in few steps-just connect your mobile device to the router network and the app will walk you can use the intuitive dashboard to set up your WiFi. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit Nighthawk® App The Nighthawk® App makes...
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Connection Diagram Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit USB 2.0 Internet Gigabit Ethernet Push 'N' Connect with WPS Power On/Off PAGE 5 of 6
Connection Diagram Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Dual Band Gigabit USB 2.0 Internet Gigabit Ethernet Push 'N' Connect with WPS Power On/Off PAGE 5 of 6
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... other trademarks on this product's compatibility with future standards. ©2020 NETGEAR, Inc. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Visit http://community.netgear.com Warranty • www.netgear.com/warranty/ • Extend your warranty & technical support within 90 days of 6 Dual Band Gigabit Package Contents • AC1600 Smart WiFi Router (R6260) • Ethernet cable • Quick start guide • Power adapter, localized...
... other trademarks on this product's compatibility with future standards. ©2020 NETGEAR, Inc. Data Sheet | R6260 AC1600 Smart WiFi Router - Visit http://community.netgear.com Warranty • www.netgear.com/warranty/ • Extend your warranty & technical support within 90 days of 6 Dual Band Gigabit Package Contents • AC1600 Smart WiFi Router (R6260) • Ethernet cable • Quick start guide • Power adapter, localized...
Installation Guide
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... are used for purchasing this product is sold in Canadian French at http://downloadcenter.netgear.com/other/.) For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/. Quick Start AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Download the Nighthawk App to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads...
... are used for purchasing this product is sold in Canadian French at http://downloadcenter.netgear.com/other/.) For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/. Quick Start AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Download the Nighthawk App to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads...
User Manual
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User Manual AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 March 2020 202-11818-03 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA
User Manual AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 March 2020 202-11818-03 NETGEAR, Inc. 350 E. Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134, USA
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... information including the EU Declaration of purchase within your questions answered and access the latest downloads. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Support and Community Visit netgear.com/support to get your return period. For NETGEAR's Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about /regulatory/. You can access this device, you do not agree, return the device to...
... information including the EU Declaration of purchase within your questions answered and access the latest downloads. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Support and Community Visit netgear.com/support to get your return period. For NETGEAR's Privacy Policy, visit https://www.netgear.com/about /regulatory/. You can access this device, you do not agree, return the device to...
User Manual
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AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Set up a fixed IPv6 Internet connection 37 Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection 38 Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection 40 Manage the ... 64 Use WPS With the Push Button Method 65 Use WPS With the PIN Method 66 Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Guest Network 67 Enable or Disable the WiFi Radios 71 Chapter 6 Control Access to the Internet Set Up Parental Controls 73 Enable access control to allow or...
AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Set up a fixed IPv6 Internet connection 37 Set up an IPv6 DHCP Internet connection 38 Set up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet connection 40 Manage the ... 64 Use WPS With the Push Button Method 65 Use WPS With the PIN Method 66 Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Guest Network 67 Enable or Disable the WiFi Radios 71 Chapter 6 Control Access to the Internet Set Up Parental Controls 73 Enable access control to allow or...
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AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Specify a Trusted Computer 81 Manage Simple Outbound Firewall Rules for Services and Applications 81 Add an Outbound Firewall Rule 82 Add an Outbound Firewall Rule ... security event email notifications 87 Chapter 7 Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Router USB device requirements 90 Connect a USB storage device to the router 90 Access a storage device connected to the router 91 Access a storage device connected to the router from a Windows-based computer 91 Access a storage device that is connected to the...
AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Specify a Trusted Computer 81 Manage Simple Outbound Firewall Rules for Services and Applications 81 Add an Outbound Firewall Rule 82 Add an Outbound Firewall Rule ... security event email notifications 87 Chapter 7 Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Router USB device requirements 90 Connect a USB storage device to the router 90 Access a storage device connected to the router 91 Access a storage device connected to the router from a Windows-based computer 91 Access a storage device that is connected to the...
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AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Chapter 9 Use the Router as a Media Server Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings 110 Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes Server 111 Set Up the Router's iTunes Server With iTunes 111 Set Up the Router's iTunes Server With the Remote App......112 Set Up the Router to Work With ...TiVo 113 Chapter 10 Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings Change the WiFi Mbps Settings 116 Manage the ...
AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Chapter 9 Use the Router as a Media Server Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings 110 Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes Server 111 Set Up the Router's iTunes Server With iTunes 111 Set Up the Router's iTunes Server With the Remote App......112 Set Up the Router to Work With ...TiVo 113 Chapter 10 Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings Change the WiFi Mbps Settings 116 Manage the ...
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AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Use the Reset button 141 Erase the settings 142 View the Status and Statistics of the Router 143 View information about the router and the Internet and WiFi settings 143 Display the statistics of the Internet port 144 Check the Internet connection status 145 ... management 153 Use remote access 154 Chapter 12 Manage the Advanced WiFi Features Set Up a WiFi Schedule 156 Manage the WPS Settings 157 Manage Advanced WiFi Settings 158 Specify How the Router Manages WiFi Clients 159 Manage Airtime Fairness 159 Manage Implicit Beamforming 160 Manage ...
AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Use the Reset button 141 Erase the settings 142 View the Status and Statistics of the Router 143 View information about the router and the Internet and WiFi settings 143 Display the statistics of the Internet port 144 Check the Internet connection status 145 ... management 153 Use remote access 154 Chapter 12 Manage the Advanced WiFi Features Set Up a WiFi Schedule 156 Manage the WPS Settings 157 Manage Advanced WiFi Settings 158 Specify How the Router Manages WiFi Clients 159 Manage Airtime Fairness 159 Manage Implicit Beamforming 160 Manage ...
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AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Set Up VPN Client Internet Access in the Router 175 Block VPN Client Internet Access in the Router 175 Use VPN to access your Internet service at home 176 Chapter 14 Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering Manage Port Forwarding to ... You cannot access the Internet 193 Troubleshoot Internet browsing 194 Changes are not saved 195 Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity 195 Troubleshoot your network using the ping utility 196 Test the LAN path to your router 196 Test the path from a Windows-based computer to a remote device 197 Appendix A Supplemental ...
AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Set Up VPN Client Internet Access in the Router 175 Block VPN Client Internet Access in the Router 175 Use VPN to access your Internet service at home 176 Chapter 14 Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering Manage Port Forwarding to ... You cannot access the Internet 193 Troubleshoot Internet browsing 194 Changes are not saved 195 Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity 195 Troubleshoot your network using the ping utility 196 Test the LAN path to your router 196 Test the path from a Windows-based computer to a remote device 197 Appendix A Supplemental ...
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Hardware Overview of the 11 Router User Manual AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Unpack Your Router Your package contains the router, power adapter, and an Ethernet cable. Package contents In some regions, a CD is included in the package. Figure 1.
Hardware Overview of the 11 Router User Manual AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Unpack Your Router Your package contains the router, power adapter, and an Ethernet cable. Package contents In some regions, a CD is included in the package. Figure 1.
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Table 1. LED and button descriptions LED and Button Power Description Solid green. Off. No Ethernet cable is not supplied to the router. The power is on the top of the 12 Router User Manual Power is connected between the router and the modem. The Internet connection is in progress. Blinking green. A firmware update is ready. Internet Solid green. Hardware Overview of the router. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 LEDs and Buttons on the Top Panel The status LEDs and buttons are located on and the router is ready. Off.
Table 1. LED and button descriptions LED and Button Power Description Solid green. Off. No Ethernet cable is not supplied to the router. The power is on the top of the 12 Router User Manual Power is connected between the router and the modem. The Internet connection is in progress. Blinking green. A firmware update is ready. Internet Solid green. Hardware Overview of the router. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 LEDs and Buttons on the Top Panel The status LEDs and buttons are located on and the router is ready. Off.
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... and is operating. Off. No USB device is connected. Use the four Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 LAN ports to connect the router to connect USB devices. • Ethernet LAN ports. Figure 2. Use the yellow Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 WAN port to connect the...a modem. • WPS button. Use this button to connect WPS-enabled devices to the router. Hardware Overview of the router provides ports, buttons, antenna connectors, and a DC power connector. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Table 1. The WiFi radios are off. Ports, Buttons, and Connectors on the Back Panel The back panel of ...
... and is operating. Off. No USB device is connected. Use the four Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 LAN ports to connect the router to connect USB devices. • Ethernet LAN ports. Figure 2. Use the yellow Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 WAN port to connect the...a modem. • WPS button. Use this button to connect WPS-enabled devices to the router. Hardware Overview of the router provides ports, buttons, antenna connectors, and a DC power connector. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 Table 1. The WiFi radios are off. Ports, Buttons, and Connectors on the Back Panel The back panel of ...
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... any other device that came in and around your home might affect your router's signal. For example, the thickness and number of walls the WiFi signal passes through can vary significantly depending on page 141. • Power On/Off button. However, the operating distance or range of the router. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 • Reset button.
... any other device that came in and around your home might affect your router's signal. For example, the thickness and number of walls the WiFi signal passes through can vary significantly depending on page 141. • Power On/Off button. However, the operating distance or range of the router. AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 • Reset button.
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... cordless phone - 5 GHz cordless phone • Place the router away from electrical devices such as these : - Base of the 15 Router User Manual Cable Your Router The following image shows how to reduce interference. Home security systems - Solid metal door - AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 • Place the router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, insulated...
... cordless phone - 5 GHz cordless phone • Place the router away from electrical devices such as these : - Base of the 15 Router User Manual Cable Your Router The following image shows how to reduce interference. Home security systems - Solid metal door - AC1600 Smart WiFi Router Model R6260 • Place the router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, insulated...