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...remove the battery. 2. For GNU General Public License (GPL) related information, please visit http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2649 This symbol is placed in . Connect your modem. Put the battery back in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction implementing the WEEE ...Directive. Power on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE Directive). Launch a browser. Then cable the modem to connect your router or follow the detailed instructions in this product should be treated and recycled in accordance with the European Union Directive...
...remove the battery. 2. For GNU General Public License (GPL) related information, please visit http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/2649 This symbol is placed in . Connect your modem. Put the battery back in accordance with the laws of your jurisdiction implementing the WEEE ...Directive. Power on the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (the WEEE Directive). Launch a browser. Then cable the modem to connect your router or follow the detailed instructions in this product should be treated and recycled in accordance with the European Union Directive...
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Contents Install Your Router 2 Prepare your modem 2 Connect your modem 2 Power on the router 3 Connect a computer 3 Launch a browser 4 Preset Wireless Security 4 Wireless Network Settings 5 Add Wireless Devices to the Network 6 WPS Method 6 Manual Method 6 Access the Router to Make More Changes 7 Troubleshooting 9 ReadySHARE Access 9 ReadySHARE Printer 10 Other Features 15 1
Contents Install Your Router 2 Prepare your modem 2 Connect your modem 2 Power on the router 3 Connect a computer 3 Launch a browser 4 Preset Wireless Security 4 Wireless Network Settings 5 Add Wireless Devices to the Network 6 WPS Method 6 Manual Method 6 Access the Router to Make More Changes 7 Troubleshooting 9 ReadySHARE Access 9 ReadySHARE Printer 10 Other Features 15 1
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... a battery backup, remove its batteries. 1 DSL or cable c. If your modem was already connected to another Internet router, disconnect the cable between your modem and that came with the router, connect your modem to the wall jack for your modem. 2 b a Modem Router a. Unplug your... modem. b. Now your modem should be completely turned off, and Modem cabled only to the Internet port of your router. 2 Connect your Internet service. 2. Plug in, then turn on your modem. (Replace the batteries if you install the router. With the yellow Ethernet cable...
... a battery backup, remove its batteries. 1 DSL or cable c. If your modem was already connected to another Internet router, disconnect the cable between your modem and that came with the router, connect your modem to the wall jack for your modem. 2 b a Modem Router a. Unplug your... modem. b. Now your modem should be completely turned off, and Modem cabled only to the Internet port of your router. 2 Connect your Internet service. 2. Plug in, then turn on your modem. (Replace the batteries if you install the router. With the yellow Ethernet cable...
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... 4 Computer Modem You can use an Ethernet cable (not included) or connect wirelessly. • Use the Ethernet cable to connect your computer to an Ethernet port on your router. • Or, connect wirelessly by using the preset wireless security settings located on the label on . Before going to Step 4, wait for the wireless... the rear panel of the LEDs on the front panel are on, press the Power On/Off button on the router. b On/Off a Router Modem 3 a. 3. Connect the power adapter to turn on the bottom of the router. 3 If none of the router. 4.
... 4 Computer Modem You can use an Ethernet cable (not included) or connect wirelessly. • Use the Ethernet cable to connect your computer to an Ethernet port on your router. • Or, connect wirelessly by using the preset wireless security settings located on the label on . Before going to Step 4, wait for the wireless... the rear panel of the LEDs on the front panel are on, press the Power On/Off button on the router. b On/Off a Router Modem 3 a. 3. Connect the power adapter to turn on the bottom of the router. 3 If none of the router. 4.
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... 2. Enter the preset password (or your custom password if you changed the name of your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this method Push 'N' Connect-you try to connect a WEP client to your area. 2. Manual Method 1. WPS Method If your network during the setup process, look... for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it ), and click Connect. Repeat this happens: 1. Add Wireless Devices to the Network Choose either the manual or Wi-Fi Protected ...
... 2. Enter the preset password (or your custom password if you changed the name of your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this method Push 'N' Connect-you try to connect a WEP client to your area. 2. Manual Method 1. WPS Method If your network during the setup process, look... for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it ), and click Connect. Repeat this happens: 1. Add Wireless Devices to the Network Choose either the manual or Wi-Fi Protected ...
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Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that is connected to the router. 2. Enter admin for the user name and password for more information about the router screens. 7 A login screen displays: admin ******** 3. The router Basic Home screen displays: See the User Manual for the password. Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in to the router: 1. Access the Router to Make More Changes After you use NETGEAR Genie to set up the router, you can log in to the router to view its settings or make changes. To log in the address field of the browser.
Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that is connected to the router. 2. Enter admin for the user name and password for more information about the router screens. 7 A login screen displays: admin ******** 3. The router Basic Home screen displays: See the User Manual for the password. Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in to the router: 1. Access the Router to Make More Changes After you use NETGEAR Genie to set up the router, you can log in to the router to view its settings or make changes. To log in the address field of the browser.
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NETGEAR recommends that you use this feature. 1. You are prompted to answer questions, which are prompted to enter your saved answers so that is connected to the router. 2. You are saved. To use password recovery to retrieve a forgotten password: You need to enable password recovery as described in the ...
NETGEAR recommends that you use this feature. 1. You are prompted to answer questions, which are prompted to enter your saved answers so that is connected to the router. 2. You are saved. To use password recovery to retrieve a forgotten password: You need to enable password recovery as described in the ...
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... port on . • Close and reopen the browser to make sure that the router is fully up and running. To access your USB device to a NETGEAR router or gateway. ReadySHARE Access After installation and set to a static or fixed IP address (this is uncommon), change it to obtain an IP address....net. • If the PC is set up to 2 minutes before the USB drive is ready for sharing after it when connecting your USB device: On Windows systems, use it is connected to the router. Troubleshooting If the browser does not display the web page: • Make sure that the PC is...
... port on . • Close and reopen the browser to make sure that the router is fully up and running. To access your USB device to a NETGEAR router or gateway. ReadySHARE Access After installation and set to a static or fixed IP address (this is uncommon), change it to obtain an IP address....net. • If the PC is set up to 2 minutes before the USB drive is ready for sharing after it when connecting your USB device: On Windows systems, use it is connected to the router. Troubleshooting If the browser does not display the web page: • Make sure that the PC is...
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...Printer area of this : 1. Select Go > Connect to the router's USB port with a USB printer cable. To set up ReadySHARE Printer: Step 1: Connect the USB printer to Server. 2. Step 3: On each computer that will share the printer. The NETGEAR USB utility has a Mac version and a ... the printer, download the NETGEAR USB Control Center utility. Enter smb://readyshare as the Server Address. 3. Click Connect. The readyshareconnect.exe file (for Windows) is available to download here: www.netgear.com/readyshare ReadySHARE Printer ReadySHARE Printer lets you connect a USB printer to find...
...Printer area of this : 1. Select Go > Connect to the router's USB port with a USB printer cable. To set up ReadySHARE Printer: Step 1: Connect the USB printer to Server. 2. Step 3: On each computer that will share the printer. The NETGEAR USB utility has a Mac version and a ... the printer, download the NETGEAR USB Control Center utility. Enter smb://readyshare as the Server Address. 3. Click Connect. The readyshareconnect.exe file (for Windows) is available to download here: www.netgear.com/readyshare ReadySHARE Printer ReadySHARE Printer lets you connect a USB printer to find...
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Once the connection is the first time you are asked to Manually connected by xxx.. 12 Step 5: After you are accessing the utility, you have installed the utility, select the language. Step 6: If this is established, the status changes to select the printer and click the Connect button.
Once the connection is the first time you are asked to Manually connected by xxx.. 12 Step 5: After you are accessing the utility, you have installed the utility, select the language. Step 6: If this is established, the status changes to select the printer and click the Connect button.
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... as Available on each of the computers. Other network devices must wait until the xxx computer has released the connection, or until the connection times out (the default time-out value is Manually connected by xxx, only the xxx computer can set the value for the default time-out time from the Tools... can use the USB printer. • When the status is 30 seconds). • You can use the printer. The status then changes to release the connection. Step 7: Click the Disconnect button at any time to Available.
... as Available on each of the computers. Other network devices must wait until the xxx computer has released the connection, or until the connection times out (the default time-out value is Manually connected by xxx, only the xxx computer can set the value for the default time-out time from the Tools... can use the USB printer. • When the status is 30 seconds). • You can use the printer. The status then changes to release the connection. Step 7: Click the Disconnect button at any time to Available.
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Other Features For additional features, including Live Parental Controls, Traffic Metering, ReadySHARE, Guest Access, and more, please log into your home network connections. 15 Download the free Desktop NETGEAR Genie from www.NETGEAR.com/genie. Internet STATUS GOOD WiFi Connection STATUS Connected Router Settings Click here Network Map Number of devices 16 Parental Controls Click here ReadySHARE Click here Automatically fix common network problems and easily manage your router at http://routerlogin.net.
Other Features For additional features, including Live Parental Controls, Traffic Metering, ReadySHARE, Guest Access, and more, please log into your home network connections. 15 Download the free Desktop NETGEAR Genie from www.NETGEAR.com/genie. Internet STATUS GOOD WiFi Connection STATUS Connected Router Settings Click here Network Map Number of devices 16 Parental Controls Click here ReadySHARE Click here Automatically fix common network problems and easily manage your router at http://routerlogin.net.
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... NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. © 2012 NETGEAR, Inc. Information is surrounded by any means without the written permission of NETGEAR, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR,... DO NOT stack equipment, or place equipment in tight spaces or in any language in drawers. No part of air space. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any form...
... NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders. © 2012 NETGEAR, Inc. Information is surrounded by any means without the written permission of NETGEAR, Inc. Other brand and product names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR,... DO NOT stack equipment, or place equipment in tight spaces or in any language in drawers. No part of air space. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any form...
R6300 Product Datasheet (PDF)
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... throughout your home. In addition, four Gigabit Ethernet ports offer ultra-fast wired connections. It includes a personal dashboard, allowing you to manage, monitor, and repair your connected devices GUEST NETWORK ACCESS-Separate & secure access for computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at Gigabit speeds GIGABIT WIRED-Ideal for HD...
... throughout your home. In addition, four Gigabit Ethernet ports offer ultra-fast wired connections. It includes a personal dashboard, allowing you to manage, monitor, and repair your connected devices GUEST NETWORK ACCESS-Separate & secure access for computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at Gigabit speeds GIGABIT WIRED-Ideal for HD...
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... 300+300 Mbps† Up to 450+450 Mbps† Up to 450+1300‡ Mbps† Range FEATURES NETGEAR Secure genie® Connection Easy Install ReadySHARE Simultaneous Gigabit USB Access Dual Band Wired Gigabit WiFi APPLICATIONS Email, Chat, Surf, Music, Video Online ...Gaming HD Streaming Multiple HD Streaming WiFi on/off Push 'N' Connect with WPS Simultaneous Dual Band to connect tablets, smartphones & computers ReadySHARE® USB Storage Access Two (2) USB ports ReadySHARE® Printer Power Power on/off...
... 300+300 Mbps† Up to 450+450 Mbps† Up to 450+1300‡ Mbps† Range FEATURES NETGEAR Secure genie® Connection Easy Install ReadySHARE Simultaneous Gigabit USB Access Dual Band Wired Gigabit WiFi APPLICATIONS Email, Chat, Surf, Music, Video Online ...Gaming HD Streaming Multiple HD Streaming WiFi on/off Push 'N' Connect with WPS Simultaneous Dual Band to connect tablets, smartphones & computers ReadySHARE® USB Storage Access Two (2) USB ports ReadySHARE® Printer Power Power on/off...
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..., are for identification purposes only and may have been recycled. *Basic technical support provided for 90 days only ©2012 NETGEAR, Inc. D-R6300-1 R 6 3 0 0 W i F i R outer - and/or subsidiaries in the U.S. BROADCOM, and the 5GWiFi logo are trademarks of Broadcom ...control & repair your region visit support.netgear.com. R 6 3 0 0 DATA SHEET Package Contents • R6300 WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick install guide • Power adapter, localized to change without notice. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, Connect with devices supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup...
..., are for identification purposes only and may have been recycled. *Basic technical support provided for 90 days only ©2012 NETGEAR, Inc. D-R6300-1 R 6 3 0 0 W i F i R outer - and/or subsidiaries in the U.S. BROADCOM, and the 5GWiFi logo are trademarks of Broadcom ...control & repair your region visit support.netgear.com. R 6 3 0 0 DATA SHEET Package Contents • R6300 WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick install guide • Power adapter, localized to change without notice. NETGEAR, the NETGEAR Logo, Connect with devices supporting Wi-Fi Protected Setup...
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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..., or translated into any language in the United States and/or other countries. Phone (US & Canada only): 1-888-NETGEAR Phone (Other Countries): See Support information card. Statement of Conditions To improve internal design, operational function, and/or reliability..., NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the use, or application of their respective holders. © 2011 NETGEAR, Inc. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit ©2012 NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are registered trademarks or...
..., or translated into any language in the United States and/or other countries. Phone (US & Canada only): 1-888-NETGEAR Phone (Other Countries): See Support information card. Statement of Conditions To improve internal design, operational function, and/or reliability..., NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the use, or application of their respective holders. © 2011 NETGEAR, Inc. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit ©2012 NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are registered trademarks or...
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R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WAN Setup 34 Default DMZ ...49 USB Storage Advanced Settings 50 Safely Remove a USB Drive 51 Media Server Settings 52 Specify Approved USB Devices 52 Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer 54 Access the Router's USB Drive Remotely Using FTP 54 Chapter 6 ReadySHARE...56 USB Control Center Utility 61 Control Center Configuration 62 USB Printer 62 Scan with a Multi-Function Printer 63 Desktop NETGEAR Genie 64 Chapter 7 Security Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic 66 Block Services (Port Filtering 67 Schedule Blocking 69 Security Event...
R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WAN Setup 34 Default DMZ ...49 USB Storage Advanced Settings 50 Safely Remove a USB Drive 51 Media Server Settings 52 Specify Approved USB Devices 52 Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote Computer 54 Access the Router's USB Drive Remotely Using FTP 54 Chapter 6 ReadySHARE...56 USB Control Center Utility 61 Control Center Configuration 62 USB Printer 62 Scan with a Multi-Function Printer 63 Desktop NETGEAR Genie 64 Chapter 7 Security Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic 66 Block Services (Port Filtering 67 Schedule Blocking 69 Security Event...
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R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Restore Configuration Settings 78 Erase 79 Set Password ...IPv6 103 Traffic Meter 104 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Quick Tips 107 Sequence to Restart Your Network 107 Check Ethernet Cable Connections 107 Wireless Settings 107 Network Settings 107 Troubleshooting with the LEDs 108 Power/Test LED Is Off or Blinking ... Never Turn Off 109 Internet or Ethernet Port LEDs Are Off 109 Wireless LEDs Are Off 109 The Push 'N' Connect (WPS) Button Blinks Amber 109 Cannot Log In to the Router 110 Cannot Access the Internet 110 Troubleshooting PPPoE ...
R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Restore Configuration Settings 78 Erase 79 Set Password ...IPv6 103 Traffic Meter 104 Chapter 10 Troubleshooting Quick Tips 107 Sequence to Restart Your Network 107 Check Ethernet Cable Connections 107 Wireless Settings 107 Network Settings 107 Troubleshooting with the LEDs 108 Power/Test LED Is Off or Blinking ... Never Turn Off 109 Internet or Ethernet Port LEDs Are Off 109 Wireless LEDs Are Off 109 The Push 'N' Connect (WPS) Button Blinks Amber 109 Cannot Log In to the Router 110 Cannot Access the Internet 110 Troubleshooting PPPoE ...
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R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Connectivity 113 Wireless Signal Strength 113 Restore the Factory Settings and Password 113 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 114 Test the LAN Path to Your Router 114 Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device 115 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings 116 Technical Specifications 118 Appendix B Notification of Compliance Index 6
R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Connectivity 113 Wireless Signal Strength 113 Restore the Factory Settings and Password 113 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 114 Test the LAN Path to Your Router 114 Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device 115 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings 116 Technical Specifications 118 Appendix B Notification of Compliance Index 6