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...client device, or follow the WPS instructions that you changed the name of your network during the setup process, look for that manages its wireless connections. WPS Method If your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this method Push 'N' Connect-you might be prompted to your router (iPhone, laptop, computer,...) method to add wireless computers and other devices to your network using WPS, it does not work. This utility scans for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it. Press the WPS button on the bottom of entering a password. Note: If you try to connect ...
...client device, or follow the WPS instructions that you changed the name of your network during the setup process, look for that manages its wireless connections. WPS Method If your wireless device supports WPS-NETGEAR calls this method Push 'N' Connect-you might be prompted to your router (iPhone, laptop, computer,...) method to add wireless computers and other devices to your network using WPS, it does not work. This utility scans for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it. Press the WPS button on the bottom of entering a password. Note: If you try to connect ...
R6300 Product Datasheet (PDF)
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... Perfect for current & future WiFi devices NETGEAR Genie® app for computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at http://www.netgear.com/genie or from an iPad®, tablet, computer or smartphone. The R6300 with speeds up to monitor, control &... drives via two (2) USB ports ReadySHARE® Printer-Wirelessly access & share share a USB printer EASE OF USE EASY INSTALL-Easy setup for larger homes with WPA/WPA2 Compatible with next generation WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g and n devices, it...
... Perfect for current & future WiFi devices NETGEAR Genie® app for computers & smartphones The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at http://www.netgear.com/genie or from an iPad®, tablet, computer or smartphone. The R6300 with speeds up to monitor, control &... drives via two (2) USB ports ReadySHARE® Printer-Wirelessly access & share share a USB printer EASE OF USE EASY INSTALL-Easy setup for larger homes with WPA/WPA2 Compatible with next generation WiFi devices and backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g and n devices, it...
R6300 Product Datasheet (PDF)
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...802.11ac 1300 Mbps is subject to country of Broadcom Corporation in your home network • Push 'N' Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup® (WPS)1 Security • WiFi Protected Access® (WPA/WPA2-PSK) • Double firewall protection (SPI and NAT firewall) ...Limited 1-year warranty minimum or longer if provided by law. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of NETGEAR, Inc. R 6 3 0 0 DATA SHEET Package Contents • R6300 WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick install guide • Power adapter, localized to change without notice....
...802.11ac 1300 Mbps is subject to country of Broadcom Corporation in your home network • Push 'N' Connect using Wi-Fi Protected Setup® (WPS)1 Security • WiFi Protected Access® (WPA/WPA2-PSK) • Double firewall protection (SPI and NAT firewall) ...Limited 1-year warranty minimum or longer if provided by law. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of NETGEAR, Inc. R 6 3 0 0 DATA SHEET Package Contents • R6300 WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick install guide • Power adapter, localized to change without notice....
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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... Use 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...
... Use 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...
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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 5 USB Storage USB Drive...Printer ReadySHARE Printer 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 Email Notifications...
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 5 USB Storage USB Drive...Printer ReadySHARE Printer 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 Email Notifications...
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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... for WiFi devices with speeds up to 4501 to manage, monitor, and repair your router The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at http://support.netgear.com. 1. Hardware Setup 1 Getting to 3x faster than 802.11n 450 Mbps. 2. This chapter contains the following sections... or warranties about this chapter covers the hardware setup. For more information about ReadySHARE features in this chapter. The NETGEAR genie® app provides easy installation from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. NETGEAR customers can skip this manual, visit the Support...
... for WiFi devices with speeds up to 4501 to manage, monitor, and repair your router The NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at http://support.netgear.com. 1. Hardware Setup 1 Getting to 3x faster than 802.11n 450 Mbps. 2. This chapter contains the following sections... or warranties about this chapter covers the hardware setup. For more information about ReadySHARE features in this chapter. The NETGEAR genie® app provides easy installation from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. NETGEAR customers can skip this manual, visit the Support...
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...passes through can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of sight to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for repair. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Unpack Your Router Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. For ...• Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices operate, and preferably within the operating range of your NETGEAR dealer. Hardware Setup 8 Keep the carton and original packing materials, in case you access your network from virtually anywhere within line of your router. ...
...passes through can vary significantly depending on the physical placement of sight to an AC power outlet and near Ethernet cables for repair. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Unpack Your Router Open the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide. For ...• Near the center of the area where your computers and other devices operate, and preferably within the operating range of your NETGEAR dealer. Hardware Setup 8 Keep the carton and original packing materials, in case you access your network from virtually anywhere within line of your router. ...
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... attention to the LEDs on the front panel. Router, front and side view WiFi On/Off button WPS button USB port Hardware Setup 9 When you cable your wireless signal. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and...
... attention to the LEDs on the front panel. Router, front and side view WiFi On/Off button WPS button USB port Hardware Setup 9 When you cable your wireless signal. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and...
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...device or computer to the modem. The router is ready. • Solid amber. See www.netgear.com/support. • Off. The Internet connection is starting up. • Blinking amber. No ... the wireless device or computer. Router, rear view Internet port Reset button Power On/Off Hardware Setup 10 The router is in either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz mode. • Blinking: The router... • Solid green. The WiFi and WPS buttons toggle the WiFi and WPS functions on . R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Table 1. Front panel LED descriptions LED Description Power •...
...device or computer to the modem. The router is ready. • Solid amber. See www.netgear.com/support. • Off. The Internet connection is starting up. • Blinking amber. No ... the wireless device or computer. Router, rear view Internet port Reset button Power On/Off Hardware Setup 10 The router is in either 2.4 GHz or 5 GHz mode. • Blinking: The router... • Solid green. The WiFi and WPS buttons toggle the WiFi and WPS functions on . R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Table 1. Front panel LED descriptions LED Description Power •...
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The label shows unique information about restoring factory settings. Default Access Information Figure 4. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit See Factory Settings on the bottom of the router shows the WPS PIN, login information, MAC address, and serial number. Label The label on page 116 for information about your router Serial number MAC address Preset SSID Preset WiFi Password Hardware Setup 11
The label shows unique information about restoring factory settings. Default Access Information Figure 4. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit See Factory Settings on the bottom of the router shows the WPS PIN, login information, MAC address, and serial number. Label The label on page 116 for information about your router Serial number MAC address Preset SSID Preset WiFi Password Hardware Setup 11
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This chapter contains the following sections: • Router Setup Preparation • Types of Logins and Access • NETGEAR Genie Setup • Use NETGEAR Genie after you complete cabling as described in the installation guide and in the previous chapter. Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie 2 Connecting to the router This chapter explains how to use NETGEAR genie to set up your router after Installation • Upgrade Router Firmware • Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen) • Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network 12 2.
This chapter contains the following sections: • Router Setup Preparation • Types of Logins and Access • NETGEAR Genie Setup • Use NETGEAR Genie after you complete cabling as described in the installation guide and in the previous chapter. Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie 2 Connecting to the router This chapter explains how to use NETGEAR genie to set up your router after Installation • Upgrade Router Firmware • Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen) • Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network 12 2.
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... name (SSID) and password for details about this login information, contact your Internet service. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Router Setup Preparation You can set up your router with the NETGEAR Genie automatically, or you can use a static IP address, you need to launch the ISP...'s login program on the bottom of your computer to access the Internet. See Use NETGEAR Genie after Installation ...
... name (SSID) and password for details about this login information, contact your Internet service. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Router Setup Preparation You can set up your router with the NETGEAR Genie automatically, or you can use a static IP address, you need to launch the ISP...'s login program on the bottom of your computer to access the Internet. See Use NETGEAR Genie after Installation ...
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... re-open the browser to make sure the browser does not cache the previous page. • Browse to display the NETGEAR Genie screen. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit NETGEAR Genie Setup NETGEAR Genie runs on by pressing the On/Off button, if not done yet. 2. If the browser cannot display the web...
... re-open the browser to make sure the browser does not cache the previous page. • Browse to display the NETGEAR Genie screen. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit NETGEAR Genie Setup NETGEAR Genie runs on by pressing the On/Off button, if not done yet. 2. If the browser cannot display the web...
R6300 User Manual (PDF)
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... panel . 2. If you want to connect to your router. 3. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Method Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is now connected to your router. Press the WPS button on how to set... press the WPS button on the wireless device (laptop computer, gaming device, iPhone) that came with NETGEAR Genie 17 The default SSID is printed on the product label on the bottom of the router. 3.... WPS to join the wireless network: If your wireless network. Look for your area. 2. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network Choose either...
... panel . 2. If you want to connect to your router. 3. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) Method Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is now connected to your router. Press the WPS button on how to set... press the WPS button on the wireless device (laptop computer, gaming device, iPhone) that came with NETGEAR Genie 17 The default SSID is printed on the product label on the bottom of the router. 3.... WPS to join the wireless network: If your wireless network. Look for your area. 2. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Add Wireless Devices or Computers to Your Network Choose either...
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3. Genie Basic Settings 3 Your Internet connection and network This chapter explains the features available from the Genie Basic Home screen, shown in the following figure: This chapter contains the following sections: • Internet Setup • Attached Devices • Parental Controls • ReadySHARE USB Storage • Basic Wireless Settings 18
3. Genie Basic Settings 3 Your Internet connection and network This chapter explains the features available from the Genie Basic Home screen, shown in the following figure: This chapter contains the following sections: • Internet Setup • Attached Devices • Parental Controls • ReadySHARE USB Storage • Basic Wireless Settings 18
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...domain names, only if needed. 2. Click Apply to change ISP information. 1. If the NETGEAR website does not display within 1 minute, see Chapter 10, Troubleshooting. The fields that display in the Internet Setup screen depend on whether or not an ISP login is required. These fields display when no... From the Home screen, select Internet. Enter the domain name provided by your connection, check the ISP settings. 3. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Internet Setup The Internet Setup screen is where you view or change the login time-out, enter a new value in minutes. • No.
...domain names, only if needed. 2. Click Apply to change ISP information. 1. If the NETGEAR website does not display within 1 minute, see Chapter 10, Troubleshooting. The fields that display in the Internet Setup screen depend on whether or not an ISP login is required. These fields display when no... From the Home screen, select Internet. Enter the domain name provided by your connection, check the ISP settings. 3. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Internet Setup The Internet Setup screen is where you view or change the login time-out, enter a new value in minutes. • No.
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... on the network folder: All - To avoid this problem, use a computer with preset security. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit If Not Shared is password. no password (the default) ...deleted, and no password is the same one that you view or configure the wireless network setup. Click the Edit button to change your preset security settings. This means that you can ...use to log in to your wireless security. To view or change basic wireless settings: NETGEAR recommends that the Wi-Fi network name (SSID), network key (password), and security option (encryption...
... on the network folder: All - To avoid this problem, use a computer with preset security. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit If Not Shared is password. no password (the default) ...deleted, and no password is the same one that you view or configure the wireless network setup. Click the Edit button to change your preset security settings. This means that you can ...use to log in to your wireless security. To view or change basic wireless settings: NETGEAR recommends that the Wi-Fi network name (SSID), network key (password), and security option (encryption...
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... This chapter explains the features available from the Genie Advanced Home screen, shown in the following sections: • Setup Wizard • WPS Wizard • Setup Menu • WAN Setup • LAN Setup • Quality of Service (QoS) Setup Some selections on the Advanced Home screen are described in separate chapters: • USB Storage. This chapter...
... This chapter explains the features available from the Genie Advanced Home screen, shown in the following sections: • Setup Wizard • WPS Wizard • Setup Menu • WAN Setup • LAN Setup • Quality of Service (QoS) Setup Some selections on the Advanced Home screen are described in separate chapters: • USB Storage. This chapter...
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If you set up the router. The following screen displays: The Setup Wizard searches your Internet connection for servers and protocols to the Internet Setup screen (see Internet Setup on page 19). 3. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Setup Wizard The NETGEAR Genie installation process is launched the first time you selected Yes, click Next...
If you set up the router. The following screen displays: The Setup Wizard searches your Internet connection for servers and protocols to the Internet Setup screen (see Internet Setup on page 19). 3. R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Setup Wizard The NETGEAR Genie installation process is launched the first time you selected Yes, click Next...
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... of Service (QoS) setup. Internet (WAN) setup. Local area network (LAN) setup. Quality of Service (QoS) Setup on page 37. • QoS Setup. See LAN Setup on page 40. This is solid green, and the router WPS screen displays a confirmation message. 4. Genie Advanced Home 33 The WPS LED on the Basic Home screen. R6300 WiFi Router 802...
... of Service (QoS) setup. Internet (WAN) setup. Local area network (LAN) setup. Quality of Service (QoS) Setup on page 37. • QoS Setup. See LAN Setup on page 40. This is solid green, and the router WPS screen displays a confirmation message. 4. Genie Advanced Home 33 The WPS LED on the Basic Home screen. R6300 WiFi Router 802...
