User Manual
Page 2
.../contact/default.aspx. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. After installing your product through the NETGEAR website. See the regulatory compliance document before you for reference purposes only. 2 AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Support Thank you can use it to register...
.../contact/default.aspx. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. After installing your product through the NETGEAR website. See the regulatory compliance document before you for reference purposes only. 2 AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Support Thank you can use it to register...
User Manual
Page 5
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router View WiFi Channels in Your Environment 105 View WiFi Networks in Your Environment 107 View and Manage the Log 108 Change the Password 110 Manage the Device Settings File of the Modem Router 111 ... Shared Printer 141 View or Change the Status of a Printer 142 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 143 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 144 Change the NETGEAR USB Control Center Language 145 Specify the Time-Out 145 Chapter 10 Access Storage Devices Through the Internet Set Up and Manage...
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router View WiFi Channels in Your Environment 105 View WiFi Networks in Your Environment 107 View and Manage the Log 108 Change the Password 110 Manage the Device Settings File of the Modem Router 111 ... Shared Printer 141 View or Change the Status of a Printer 142 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 143 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 144 Change the NETGEAR USB Control Center Language 145 Specify the Time-Out 145 Chapter 10 Access Storage Devices Through the Internet Set Up and Manage...
User Manual
Page 8
Hardware Overview and Setup 1 This user manual is for the NETGEAR® AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router, Model C6250. This chapter contains the following sections: • Introduction • Front Panel and Right Side Panel • Back Panel • Position ... Bridge Mode Note: For more information about the topics covered in this user guide, the terms wireless and WiFi mean the same thing. 8 Note: In this manual, visit the support website at support.netgear.com. 1. Note: In this user guide, the terms cable Internet provider and cable service provider mean the same...
Hardware Overview and Setup 1 This user manual is for the NETGEAR® AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router, Model C6250. This chapter contains the following sections: • Introduction • Front Panel and Right Side Panel • Back Panel • Position ... Bridge Mode Note: For more information about the topics covered in this user guide, the terms wireless and WiFi mean the same thing. 8 Note: In this manual, visit the support website at support.netgear.com. 1. Note: In this user guide, the terms cable Internet provider and cable service provider mean the same...
User Manual
Page 9
...WiFi coverage. NETGEAR makes no express or implied representations or warranties about setting up your home or guest network. This chapter provides supplemental information that might help you connect to a wall; it is not suitable for wall mounting. Actual data throughput and WiFi coverage will vary. For more information, see the AC1600 WiFi...up to1 300 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band for 802.11n devices and up to 680 Mbps. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Introduction The AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Model C6250, in this product's compatibility with any future standards. Do not mount ...
...WiFi coverage. NETGEAR makes no express or implied representations or warranties about setting up your home or guest network. This chapter provides supplemental information that might help you connect to a wall; it is not suitable for wall mounting. Actual data throughput and WiFi coverage will vary. For more information, see the AC1600 WiFi...up to1 300 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band for 802.11n devices and up to 680 Mbps. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Introduction The AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Model C6250, in this product's compatibility with any future standards. Do not mount ...
User Manual
Page 20
You can also download this guide from downloadcenter.netgear.com. 20 This chapter contains the following sections: • Connect to the modem router. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 2 This chapter describes how to use NETGEAR genie to connect to the Network • Types of Logins and Access • Product Label • Access NETGEAR genie • Access the Modem Router with the NETGEAR genie App Note: For information about installing the modem router, see the AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Model C6250 Quick Start Guide that comes in the product package. 2.
You can also download this guide from downloadcenter.netgear.com. 20 This chapter contains the following sections: • Connect to the modem router. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 2 This chapter describes how to use NETGEAR genie to connect to the Network • Types of Logins and Access • Product Label • Access NETGEAR genie • Access the Modem Router with the NETGEAR genie App Note: For information about installing the modem router, see the AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Model C6250 Quick Start Guide that comes in the product package. 2.
User Manual
Page 22
... SSID for easily adding computers and other devices to the WiFi network of the modem router for three seconds. 4. Connect to the WiFi Network on page 23). The WPS process automatically sets up the device with the device. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Wi-Fi Protected Setup Method Wi-Fi ...WPS button on your computer or wireless device. 3. For more information, see Join the WiFi Network of the Modem Router on the side panel of the modem router: 1. For information about 5 GHz WiFi settings, see Access NETGEAR genie on page 36. To use WPS (Push 'N' Connect), make sure that every...
... SSID for easily adding computers and other devices to the WiFi network of the modem router for three seconds. 4. Connect to the WiFi Network on page 23). The WPS process automatically sets up the device with the device. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Wi-Fi Protected Setup Method Wi-Fi ...WPS button on your computer or wireless device. 3. For more information, see Join the WiFi Network of the Modem Router on the side panel of the modem router: 1. For information about 5 GHz WiFi settings, see Access NETGEAR genie on page 36. To use WPS (Push 'N' Connect), make sure that every...
User Manual
Page 23
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Product Label The label on the product label. To access NETGEAR genie to change the settings and monitor your modem router: 1. Apply power to the Network and Access the Modem Router 23 This manual uses http://www.routerlogin.net. 4. Preset WiFi SSID Preset WiFi...are listed on the bottom panel of the modem router shows the login information, WiFi network name, WiFi password (key), serial number, and MAC address. Product label Access NETGEAR genie NETGEAR genie runs on any device with the preset security settings that your computer or ...
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Product Label The label on the product label. To access NETGEAR genie to change the settings and monitor your modem router: 1. Apply power to the Network and Access the Modem Router 23 This manual uses http://www.routerlogin.net. 4. Preset WiFi SSID Preset WiFi...are listed on the bottom panel of the modem router shows the login information, WiFi network name, WiFi password (key), serial number, and MAC address. Product label Access NETGEAR genie NETGEAR genie runs on any device with the preset security settings that your computer or ...
User Manual
Page 24
If you cannot log in to the modem router or your browser does not display the NETGEAR genie page, check the following: • Make sure that the computer is uncommon), change the setting to obtain an IP address automatically from the modem ... Internet connection and network at a glance. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 24 You can use to access more menus and pages. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router The modem router BASIC Home page provides a dashboard that lets you can click any of the sections of the two Ethernet LAN...
If you cannot log in to the modem router or your browser does not display the NETGEAR genie page, check the following: • Make sure that the computer is uncommon), change the setting to obtain an IP address automatically from the modem ... Internet connection and network at a glance. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 24 You can use to access more menus and pages. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router The modem router BASIC Home page provides a dashboard that lets you can click any of the sections of the two Ethernet LAN...
User Manual
Page 25
Launch the genie app. The following : • Automatically repair common WiFi network problems. • Easily manage modem router features such as Live Parental Controls, guest access, speed test, and more. • Share and stream music or... onscreen instructions to access the modem router: 1. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 25 Visit the NETGEAR genie web page at netgear.com/genie. 2. The genie app dashboard page displays. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Access the Modem Router with the following figure shows the genie app dashboard for managing, monitoring...
Launch the genie app. The following : • Automatically repair common WiFi network problems. • Easily manage modem router features such as Live Parental Controls, guest access, speed test, and more. • Share and stream music or... onscreen instructions to access the modem router: 1. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router 25 Visit the NETGEAR genie web page at netgear.com/genie. 2. The genie app dashboard page displays. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Access the Modem Router with the following figure shows the genie app dashboard for managing, monitoring...
User Manual
Page 32
... data packets must be split or "fragmented" to experiment, you do not use PPPoE or VPN and is the default value for example. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Manage the MTU Size The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is the largest data packet that does not open or displays only ... or performance problems. If you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is often the default value. America Online's DSL service • You use for NETGEAR equipment is to change : - Maximum size to use VPN and experience severe performance problems. • You used a program to 1400. Yahoo email - ...
... data packets must be split or "fragmented" to experiment, you do not use PPPoE or VPN and is the default value for example. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Manage the MTU Size The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is the largest data packet that does not open or displays only ... or performance problems. If you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is often the default value. America Online's DSL service • You use for NETGEAR equipment is to change : - Maximum size to use VPN and experience severe performance problems. • You used a program to 1400. Yahoo email - ...
User Manual
Page 36
...IMPORTANT: NETGEAR recommends that you decide to change the basic WiFi settings and WiFi security. View or Change the Basic WiFi Settings You can find it. Tip: If you can easily find the preset SSID and password on the product label (see Product Label on page 23). AC1600 WiFi Cable ...Modem Router Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the modem router's main network, use a wired connection to avoid being disconnected when the new...
...IMPORTANT: NETGEAR recommends that you decide to change the basic WiFi settings and WiFi security. View or Change the Basic WiFi Settings You can find it. Tip: If you can easily find the preset SSID and password on the product label (see Product Label on page 23). AC1600 WiFi Cable ...Modem Router Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the modem router's main network, use a wired connection to avoid being disconnected when the new...
User Manual
Page 38
... is the default mode. • Up to 300 Mbps. Performance mode. Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings 38 Note: NETGEAR recommends that is in this situation occurs, experiment with neighboring WiFi networks. Legacy mode. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to... 6 and 10). From the Channel menu, select Auto for example, use is the WiFi network name. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Name (SSID) Channel Mode Description The SSID is stated next to the menu. NETGEAR recommends a channel spacing of a higher speed, WEP and WPA-PSK security limit their...
... is the default mode. • Up to 300 Mbps. Performance mode. Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings 38 Note: NETGEAR recommends that is in this situation occurs, experiment with neighboring WiFi networks. Legacy mode. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to... 6 and 10). From the Channel menu, select Auto for example, use is the WiFi network name. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Name (SSID) Channel Mode Description The SSID is stated next to the menu. NETGEAR recommends a channel spacing of a higher speed, WEP and WPA-PSK security limit their...
User Manual
Page 39
...-character (maximum), case-sensitive name in this type of security, in the Passphrase field, enter a phrase of WiFi devices to 54 Mbps from the Mode menu. NETGEAR recommends that you must change the default passphrase. However, WPA-PSK [TKIP] is printed on the product label... Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security is the WiFi network name. If you did not change the WiFi security, select one of security requires that you select Up to the 2.4 GHz WiFi network. If your WiFi network can access a RADIUS server. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Description Security Options ...
...-character (maximum), case-sensitive name in this type of security, in the Passphrase field, enter a phrase of WiFi devices to 54 Mbps from the Mode menu. NETGEAR recommends that you must change the default passphrase. However, WPA-PSK [TKIP] is printed on the product label... Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security is the WiFi network name. If you did not change the WiFi security, select one of security requires that you select Up to the 2.4 GHz WiFi network. If your WiFi network can access a RADIUS server. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Description Security Options ...
User Manual
Page 40
...the default passphrase displays. Your settings are saved. The default selection is the best. NETGEAR recommends a channel spacing of 8 to 63 characters. Neighbor-friendly mode for adjacent APs. NETGEAR recommends that does not provide any security. If you do not use this situation occurs...default passphrase. WPA2 provides a secure connection but limits 802.11ac and 802.11na devices to functioning at up to 1.3 Gbps. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Description Channel From the Channel menu, select an individual channel. This mode is printed on the product label...
...the default passphrase displays. Your settings are saved. The default selection is the best. NETGEAR recommends a channel spacing of 8 to 63 characters. Neighbor-friendly mode for adjacent APs. NETGEAR recommends that does not provide any security. If you do not use this situation occurs...default passphrase. WPA2 provides a secure connection but limits 802.11ac and 802.11na devices to functioning at up to 1.3 Gbps. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router Field Description Channel From the Channel menu, select an individual channel. This mode is printed on the product label...
User Manual
Page 50
...11n devices to connect to 63 characters. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router The following WiFi security options for the main WiFi network as Up to 54 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band (see each other and access my local network By default, WiFi clients that are connected to see each...lists. Field Description Wireless Network (2.4GHz b/g/n) - Allow guests to change the SSID, the default SSID displays, which is NETGEAR-Guest. To use this field. To join the modem router's WiFi network, a user must enter this passphrase. • WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES]. To join ...
...11n devices to connect to 63 characters. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router The following WiFi security options for the main WiFi network as Up to 54 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band (see each other and access my local network By default, WiFi clients that are connected to see each...lists. Field Description Wireless Network (2.4GHz b/g/n) - Allow guests to change the SSID, the default SSID displays, which is NETGEAR-Guest. To use this field. To join the modem router's WiFi network, a user must enter this passphrase. • WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES]. To join ...
User Manual
Page 51
... support either WPA or WPA2 to the network. • Do you did not change the WiFi security, select one of 8 to your area? Profile Enable Guest Network By default, the guest WiFi network is NETGEAR-5G-Guest. If you use WPA + WPA2 security, in the Passphrase field, enter a... of the guest WiFi network. Security Options - Allow guests to the 5 GHz band of the guest WiFi network, a user must enter this field. Your settings are connected to the guest network. To join the 5 GHz band of the guest WiFi network at the fastest speed. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router...
... support either WPA or WPA2 to the network. • Do you did not change the WiFi security, select one of 8 to your area? Profile Enable Guest Network By default, the guest WiFi network is NETGEAR-5G-Guest. If you use WPA + WPA2 security, in the Passphrase field, enter a... of the guest WiFi network. Security Options - Allow guests to the 5 GHz band of the guest WiFi network, a user must enter this field. Your settings are connected to the guest network. To join the 5 GHz band of the guest WiFi network at the fastest speed. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router...
User Manual
Page 60
... the check box next to devices joining your network in the allowed list. Each network device owns a MAC address, which is on this page. NETGEAR recommends that can detect the MAC addresses of devices that are connected to the network and list the MAC addresses of devices that are saved...either access your computer or device in the table, and click the Allow button. • To either the Allow button or the Block button. 10. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 8. With this setting, if you leave this setting, if you add a new device, before it can use access control to block ...
... the check box next to devices joining your network in the allowed list. Each network device owns a MAC address, which is on this page. NETGEAR recommends that can detect the MAC addresses of devices that are connected to the network and list the MAC addresses of devices that are saved...either access your computer or device in the table, and click the Allow button. • To either the Allow button or the Block button. 10. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 8. With this setting, if you leave this setting, if you add a new device, before it can use access control to block ...
User Manual
Page 82
... protection can protect your network against denial of service attacks such as Syn flood, Smurf Attack, Ping of the modem router. NETGEAR recommends that you are incompatible with them but other computers on your network. However, when port scan and DoS protection are enabled... other applications might affect the performance of Death, Teardrop Attack, UDP Flood, ARP Attack, Spoofing ICMP, Null Scan, and many others. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 7. To disable IPv4 firewall protection, select the Disable IPv4 Firewall Protection check box. By default, IPv4 firewall protection is...
... protection can protect your network against denial of service attacks such as Syn flood, Smurf Attack, Ping of the modem router. NETGEAR recommends that you are incompatible with them but other computers on your network. However, when port scan and DoS protection are enabled... other applications might affect the performance of Death, Teardrop Attack, UDP Flood, ARP Attack, Spoofing ICMP, Null Scan, and many others. AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 7. To disable IPv4 firewall protection, select the Disable IPv4 Firewall Protection check box. By default, IPv4 firewall protection is...
User Manual
Page 85
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 6. Your settings are disconnected when the changes take effect. To reconnect, close your browser, relaunch it accesses the modem router's DHCP server. NETGEAR recommends that you assign a reserved IP address to a computer or server that is connected to the network. 2. Manage the...and log in to reserve an IP address. To reserve an IP address: 1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or WiFi device that requires permanent IP settings. Manage IP Address Reservation When you want to the modem router at its new LAN IP address. ...
AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router 6. Your settings are disconnected when the changes take effect. To reconnect, close your browser, relaunch it accesses the modem router's DHCP server. NETGEAR recommends that you assign a reserved IP address to a computer or server that is connected to the network. 2. Manage the...and log in to reserve an IP address. To reserve an IP address: 1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or WiFi device that requires permanent IP settings. Manage IP Address Reservation When you want to the modem router at its new LAN IP address. ...
Product Data Sheet
Page 2
... need for all your friends. Speed makes all shapes and sizes. Everything you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to 680Mbps‡. The NETGEAR AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router provides the best WiFi connectivity throughout your home for a fast, connected home. Enjoy photos, videos and music stored on DLNA TVs & game consoles READYSHARE® USB ACCESS...
... need for all your friends. Speed makes all shapes and sizes. Everything you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to 680Mbps‡. The NETGEAR AC1600 WiFi Cable Modem Router provides the best WiFi connectivity throughout your home for a fast, connected home. Enjoy photos, videos and music stored on DLNA TVs & game consoles READYSHARE® USB ACCESS...