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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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...on. Before going to Step 4, wait for the wireless LED on the bottom of the router to the router and plug the power adapter into an outlet. b. Connect a computer. Router 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 the front panel of the router. 3 Power on the rear panel of the router. 4. 3. If none of the LEDs on the front panel...
...on. Before going to Step 4, wait for the wireless LED on the bottom of the router to the router and plug the power adapter into an outlet. b. Connect a computer. Router 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 the front panel of the router. 3 Power on the rear panel of the router. 4. 3. If none of the LEDs on the front panel...
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... name. 3. Repeat steps 1-3 to your network using WPS, it ), and click Connect. Manual Method 1. Enter the preset password (or your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this happens: 1. Press the WPS button on the router. 2. Add Wireless Devices to the Network Choose either the manual or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) method to add...
... name. 3. Repeat steps 1-3 to your network using WPS, it ), and click Connect. Manual Method 1. Enter the preset password (or your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this happens: 1. Press the WPS button on the router. 2. Add Wireless Devices to the Network Choose either the manual or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) method to add...
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Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that is connected to the router. 2. Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in to the router: 1. The router Basic Home screen displays: See the User Manual for the password. A login screen displays: admin ******** 3. Enter admin for the user name and password for more information about the router screens. 7 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. Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in to the router: 1. The router Basic Home screen displays: See the User Manual for the password. A login screen displays: admin ******** 3. Enter admin for the user name and password for more information about the router screens. 7 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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... the password recovery feature when you can log in the address field of the browser. 3. NETGEAR recommends that you use this feature. 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that you change the password for the router user name: 1. When the login screen displays, click Cancel. Type your old password, and type...
... the password recovery feature when you can log in the address field of the browser. 3. NETGEAR recommends that you use this feature. 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that you change the password for the router user name: 1. When the login screen displays, click Cancel. Type your old password, and type...
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... address bar. 9 ReadySHARE Access After installation and set to a static or fixed IP address (this is connected to obtain an IP address automatically from the router. Click OK. • Open Explorer or Safari and enter \\readyshare in the address bar. • Open My Network Places and enter \\readyshare in the .... (If your USB device has special drivers, it when connecting your USB device: On Windows systems, use any of the four LAN Ethernet ports, or wirelessly to a NETGEAR router or gateway. Its WiFi LED should turn on. • Close and reopen the browser to make sure that the...
... address bar. 9 ReadySHARE Access After installation and set to a static or fixed IP address (this is connected to obtain an IP address automatically from the router. Click OK. • Open Explorer or Safari and enter \\readyshare in the address bar. • Open My Network Places and enter \\readyshare in the .... (If your USB device has special drivers, it when connecting your USB device: On Windows systems, use any of the four LAN Ethernet ports, or wirelessly to a NETGEAR router or gateway. Its WiFi LED should turn on. • Close and reopen the browser to make sure that the...
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... not have the printer driver, contact the printer manufacturer to the router's USB port, and access it wirelessly. Enter smb://readyshare as the Server Address. 3. Select Go > Connect to the router's USB port with a USB printer cable. Click Connect. The ...readyshareconnect.exe file (for Windows) is available to download here: www.netgear.com/readyshare ReadySHARE Printer ReadySHARE Printer lets you do this URL: www.netgear...
... not have the printer driver, contact the printer manufacturer to the router's USB port, and access it wirelessly. Enter smb://readyshare as the Server Address. 3. Select Go > Connect to the router's USB port with a USB printer cable. Click Connect. The ...readyshareconnect.exe file (for Windows) is available to download here: www.netgear.com/readyshare ReadySHARE Printer ReadySHARE Printer lets you do this URL: www.netgear...
R6300 Product Datasheet (PDF)
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... computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at Gigabit speeds GIGABIT WIRED-Ideal for HD gaming & video RELIABLE CONNECTIONS SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND-Reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices SHARING DLNA®-Find & play your media on DLNA TVs & game consoles ReadySHARE® USB ACCESS-Wirelessly access & share...
... computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at Gigabit speeds GIGABIT WIRED-Ideal for HD gaming & video RELIABLE CONNECTIONS SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND-Reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices SHARING DLNA®-Find & play your media on DLNA TVs & game consoles ReadySHARE® USB ACCESS-Wirelessly access & share...
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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 Innovation, ReadySHARE, and NETGEAR Genie, are trademarks or registered trademarks of sale Physical Specifications •... trademarks of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate and wireless coverage. All rights reserved. 350 E. This product has been tested for quality assurance and this product's ...
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 Innovation, ReadySHARE, and NETGEAR Genie, are trademarks or registered trademarks of sale Physical Specifications •... trademarks of network traffic, building materials and construction, and network overhead, lower actual data throughput rate and wireless coverage. All rights reserved. 350 E. This product has been tested for quality assurance and this product's ...
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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... Standard TCP/IP Properties for DHCP 13 Gather ISP Information 13 Wireless Devices and Security Settings 13 Types of Logins and Access 13 NETGEAR Genie Setup 14 Use NETGEAR Genie after Installation 15 Upgrade Router Firmware 15 Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen 16 Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network 17 Manual Method 17 Wi...
... Standard TCP/IP Properties for DHCP 13 Gather ISP Information 13 Wireless Devices and Security Settings 13 Types of Logins and Access 13 NETGEAR Genie Setup 14 Use NETGEAR Genie after Installation 15 Upgrade Router Firmware 15 Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen 16 Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network 17 Manual Method 17 Wi...
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R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WAN Setup 34 Default DMZ Server 35 Change the MTU Size 35 LAN Setup 37 LAN Setup Screen Settings 38 Use the Router as a DHCP Server 38 Address Reservation 39 Quality of Service (QoS) Setup 40 Chapter ... 63 Desktop NETGEAR Genie 64 Chapter 7 Security Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic 66 Block Services (Port Filtering 67 Schedule Blocking 69 Security Event Email Notifications 70 Chapter 8 Administration Upgrade the Router Firmware 72 View Router Status 73 Router Information 73 Internet Provider (WAN) Setup 73 Wireless Settings (2.4 ...
R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WAN Setup 34 Default DMZ Server 35 Change the MTU Size 35 LAN Setup 37 LAN Setup Screen Settings 38 Use the Router as a DHCP Server 38 Address Reservation 39 Quality of Service (QoS) Setup 40 Chapter ... 63 Desktop NETGEAR Genie 64 Chapter 7 Security Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic 66 Block Services (Port Filtering 67 Schedule Blocking 69 Security Event Email Notifications 70 Chapter 8 Administration Upgrade the Router Firmware 72 View Router Status 73 Router Information 73 Internet Provider (WAN) Setup 73 Wireless Settings (2.4 ...
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Restore Configuration Settings 78 Erase 79 Set Password 79 Password Recovery 79 Chapter 9 Advanced Settings Advanced Wireless Settings 82 Set Up the Router in Bridge Mode 83 Wireless Repeating Function (WDS 85 Wireless Repeating Function 86 Set Up the Base Station 87 ...LEDs 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 112 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing 112...
R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Restore Configuration Settings 78 Erase 79 Set Password 79 Password Recovery 79 Chapter 9 Advanced Settings Advanced Wireless Settings 82 Set Up the Router in Bridge Mode 83 Wireless Repeating Function (WDS 85 Wireless Repeating Function 86 Set Up the Base Station 87 ...LEDs 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 112 Troubleshooting Internet Browsing 112...
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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
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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... mobility for larger homes with simultaneous dual band WiFi technology offers speeds up to 4501 to set up your router The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at www.netgear.com/genie or from the Google Play or App Store. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from an iPad®, tablet, computer or smartphone. 1. The...
... mobility for larger homes with simultaneous dual band WiFi technology offers speeds up to 4501 to set up your router The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at www.netgear.com/genie or from the Google Play or App Store. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from an iPad®, tablet, computer or smartphone. 1. The...
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... placement of your wireless network. Keep the carton and original packing materials, in case you access your network from virtually anywhere within line of your NETGEAR dealer. Check the package contents Your box contains the following items: • R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual ..., or damaged, contact your wireless connection can limit the range. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Unpack Your Router Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. Position Your Router The router lets you need to your router. However, the operating distance or...
... placement of your wireless network. Keep the carton and original packing materials, in case you access your network from virtually anywhere within line of your NETGEAR dealer. Check the package contents Your box contains the following items: • R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual ..., or damaged, contact your wireless connection can limit the range. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Unpack Your Router Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. Position Your Router The router lets you need to your router. However, the operating distance or...
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... the front, side, and back panels and the label. When you cable your wireless signal. Pay particular attention to reduce interference. LEDs Figure 2. Router, front and side view WiFi On/Off button WPS button USB port Hardware Setup 9 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • In an elevated location such as a high...
... the front, side, and back panels and the label. When you cable your wireless signal. Pay particular attention to reduce interference. LEDs Figure 2. Router, front and side view WiFi On/Off button WPS button USB port Hardware Setup 9 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • In an elevated location such as a high...
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...router is on. See www.netgear.com/support. • Off. USB • Solid blue: The USB device has been accepted by the router and is ready to be used. • Blinking blue: A second USB HDD is plugged in WPS mode. • Off. If the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz LEDs are lit, then the wireless...• Solid amber. You can use this button to use WPS to add a wireless device or computer to your wireless network. The Internet connection is starting up. • Blinking amber. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Table 1. The router is ready. • Solid amber.
...router is on. See www.netgear.com/support. • Off. USB • Solid blue: The USB device has been accepted by the router and is ready to be used. • Blinking blue: A second USB HDD is plugged in WPS mode. • Off. If the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz LEDs are lit, then the wireless...• Solid amber. You can use this button to use WPS to add a wireless device or computer to your wireless network. The Internet connection is starting up. • Blinking amber. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Table 1. The router is ready. • Solid amber.
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... disabled, other members of the wireless router by schedule. Do not change these settings. Turn off wireless signal by clearing this feature to turn off the wireless signal from your household can use the router by connecting their MAC address. Wireless Card Access List. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Advanced Wireless Settings Select Advanced > Advanced Setup...
... disabled, other members of the wireless router by schedule. Do not change these settings. Turn off wireless signal by clearing this feature to turn off the wireless signal from your household can use the router by connecting their MAC address. Wireless Card Access List. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Advanced Wireless Settings Select Advanced > Advanced Setup...
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....11ac Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Repeating Function (WDS) You can set the R6300 WiFi Router up to be expanded through multiple access points instead of Wireless Distribution System (WDS). Base station access point Figure 9. Wireless Base Station. Wireless repeating scenario Repeater access point Note: If you use the wireless repeating function, you have to select either WEP...
....11ac Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Repeating Function (WDS) You can set the R6300 WiFi Router up to be expanded through multiple access points instead of Wireless Distribution System (WDS). Base station access point Figure 9. Wireless Base Station. Wireless repeating scenario Repeater access point Note: If you use the wireless repeating function, you have to select either WEP...
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... access point. Repeater IP Address. Scroll to view or change wireless repeater settings for the router. Advanced Settings 86 Wireless Repeating Function Select Advanced > Advanced Setup > Wireless Repeating to view more settings • Enable Wireless Repeating Function. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit The R6300 router is always in dual band concurrent mode, unless you turn off...
... access point. Repeater IP Address. Scroll to view or change wireless repeater settings for the router. Advanced Settings 86 Wireless Repeating Function Select Advanced > Advanced Setup > Wireless Repeating to view more settings • Enable Wireless Repeating Function. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit The R6300 router is always in dual band concurrent mode, unless you turn off...