Product Data Sheet
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... connect to 300+900 Mbps† speed and simultaneous dual band WiFi technology, it avoids wireless interference for smooth media streaming. R6120 • Faster WiFi-Now up to the Internet. This router offers improved performance and wireless coverage for easy installation and home network...Mbps† • Backward compatible with 802.11n • ReadySHARE® USB Access-Wirelessly access & share USB storage Overview The NETGEAR AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router is three times faster than similar 802.11n technology, and delivers the speed and reliability for wirelessly accessing and ...
... connect to 300+900 Mbps† speed and simultaneous dual band WiFi technology, it avoids wireless interference for smooth media streaming. R6120 • Faster WiFi-Now up to the Internet. This router offers improved performance and wireless coverage for easy installation and home network...Mbps† • Backward compatible with 802.11n • ReadySHARE® USB Access-Wirelessly access & share USB storage Overview The NETGEAR AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router is three times faster than similar 802.11n technology, and delivers the speed and reliability for wirelessly accessing and ...
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...BAND-Reduces interference for a fast connected home. Everything you got it . If it's secure and shared storage access you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to a USB printer Reliable Connections Stay connected-with your devices, your media, and your large home Sharing Relive memories...access & share USB hard drives via one (1) USB 2.0 port with dual band technology providing whole home coverage. AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router Data Sheet R6120 Speed Speed makes video streaming better. Better WiFi Range BETTER RANGE-WiFi coverage throughout your friends. Speed makes online gaming...
...BAND-Reduces interference for a fast connected home. Everything you got it . If it's secure and shared storage access you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to a USB printer Reliable Connections Stay connected-with your devices, your media, and your large home Sharing Relive memories...access & share USB hard drives via one (1) USB 2.0 port with dual band technology providing whole home coverage. AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router Data Sheet R6120 Speed Speed makes video streaming better. Better WiFi Range BETTER RANGE-WiFi coverage throughout your friends. Speed makes online gaming...
Product Data Sheet
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...WiFi connections offer high level WPA/WPA2 security. And the simple browser-based installation with your digital devices. AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router Data Sheet R6120 Ease Of Use NETGEAR makes it easy to do not have access to your home network or to the shared USB hard drive...PUSH 'N' CONNECT-Easy push button WiFi connections (WPS) WIFI SCHEDULE ON/OFF-Schedule your WiFi On/Off time for better power savings NETGEAR GENIE® APP-Personal dashboard to monitor, control & repair your home network Security Guest networks create a completely separate WiFi network for your...
...WiFi connections offer high level WPA/WPA2 security. And the simple browser-based installation with your digital devices. AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router Data Sheet R6120 Ease Of Use NETGEAR makes it easy to do not have access to your home network or to the shared USB hard drive...PUSH 'N' CONNECT-Easy push button WiFi connections (WPS) WIFI SCHEDULE ON/OFF-Schedule your WiFi On/Off time for better power savings NETGEAR GENIE® APP-Personal dashboard to monitor, control & repair your home network Security Guest networks create a completely separate WiFi network for your...
Product Data Sheet
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... WiFi Router Package Contents • AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick start guide • Power adapter Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.4 x 1.8 in (185 x 136.5 x 46 mm) • Weight: 0.55 lb (250 g) Warranty • www.netgear.com/warranty Support • 90-...• IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5.0 GHz • Five (5) 10/100 (1 WAN and 4 LAN) Fast Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology Data Sheet R6120 System Requirements • Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista®, XP®, 2000, Mac OS®, UNIX®, or Linux® •...
... WiFi Router Package Contents • AC1200 Dual Band WiFi Router • Ethernet cable • Quick start guide • Power adapter Physical Specifications • Dimensions: 7.2 x 5.4 x 1.8 in (185 x 136.5 x 46 mm) • Weight: 0.55 lb (250 g) Warranty • www.netgear.com/warranty Support • 90-...• IEEE 802.11 a/n/ac 5.0 GHz • Five (5) 10/100 (1 WAN and 4 LAN) Fast Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology Data Sheet R6120 System Requirements • Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, 10, Vista®, XP®, 2000, Mac OS®, UNIX®, or Linux® •...
Installation Guide
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Quick Start AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Package Contents Router Ethernet cable Power adapter (varies by region) 1. Connect to connect. Launch a web browser. Follow the onscreen instructions. Open the WiFi connection manager .... 3. Use the Ethernet cable to connect the modem to the Position the Antennas For the best WiFi performance, position the antennas as shown. 2. If the NETGEAR installation assistant does not display, visit www.routerlogin.net. Look on the router.
Quick Start AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Package Contents Router Ethernet cable Power adapter (varies by region) 1. Connect to connect. Launch a web browser. Follow the onscreen instructions. Open the WiFi connection manager .... 3. Use the Ethernet cable to connect the modem to the Position the Antennas For the best WiFi performance, position the antennas as shown. 2. If the NETGEAR installation assistant does not display, visit www.routerlogin.net. Look on the router.
User Manual
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Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA AC1200 WiFi Router User Manual Model R6120 May 2017 202-11753-02 350 E.
Plumeria Drive San Jose, CA 95134 USA AC1200 WiFi Router User Manual Model R6120 May 2017 202-11753-02 350 E.
User Manual
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Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR, and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of Conformity, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply...of NETGEAR, Inc. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 ...
Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR, and the NETGEAR Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are trademarks of Conformity, visit http://kb.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply...of NETGEAR, Inc. Compliance For regulatory compliance information, visit http://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest downloads and user manuals, and join our community. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 ...
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet Set Up Parental Controls 38 Allow or Block Access to Your Network 39 Enable and Manage Network Access Control ...
AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet Set Up Parental Controls 38 Allow or Block Access to Your Network 39 Enable and Manage Network Access Control ...
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 View or Change the Status of a Printer 77 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 78 Manage the NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 78 Turn Off Automatic Startup of the NETGEAR USB Control Center 78 Change the NETGEAR USB Control Center Language 79 Specify the USB Control Center Time-Out...
AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 View or Change the Status of a Printer 77 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 78 Manage the NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 78 Turn Off Automatic Startup of the NETGEAR USB Control Center 78 Change the NETGEAR USB Control Center Language 79 Specify the USB Control Center Time-Out...
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Check the Internet Connection Status 106 Manage the Activity Log 107 View, Email, or Clear the Logs 107 Specify Which Activities Are Logged 108 View ...
AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Check the Internet Connection Status 106 Manage the Activity Log 107 View, Email, or Clear the Logs 107 Specify Which Activities Are Logged 108 View ...
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 133 Test the LAN Path to Your Router 133 Test the Path From Your Computer to a Remote Device 134 Chapter 13 Supplemental Information Factory Settings 136 Technical Specifications 139 7
AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility 133 Test the LAN Path to Your Router 133 Test the Path From Your Computer to a Remote Device 134 Chapter 13 Supplemental Information Factory Settings 136 Technical Specifications 139 7
User Manual
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Hardware Overview of the Router 9 AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Unpack Your Router The box contains the following items. Figure 1. Router 2. Ethernet cable 3. Power adapter In some regions, a CD is included in the package. Legend 1. Package contents Table 1.
Hardware Overview of the Router 9 AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Unpack Your Router The box contains the following items. Figure 1. Router 2. Ethernet cable 3. Power adapter In some regions, a CD is included in the package. Legend 1. Package contents Table 1.
User Manual
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... descriptions LED Power LED Description Solid green. The Internet connection is connected between the router and the modem. The wireless radio is operating. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 LED Descriptions The following table describes the LEDs on device is connected to this Ethernet port. No device is not supplied to the router...
... descriptions LED Power LED Description Solid green. The Internet connection is connected between the router and the modem. The wireless radio is operating. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 LED Descriptions The following table describes the LEDs on device is connected to this Ethernet port. No device is not supplied to the router...
User Manual
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... the Power On/Off button to provide power to the two antennas, the back panel contains the following components: • Reset/WPS button. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Figure 2. Use the USB 2.0 port to connect the router to the DC power connector. Connect the power adapter that came in the product package...
... the Power On/Off button to provide power to the two antennas, the back panel contains the following components: • Reset/WPS button. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Figure 2. Use the USB 2.0 port to connect the router to the DC power connector. Connect the power adapter that came in the product package...
User Manual
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... of the area where your computers and other devices operate and within reach of sight to your router's signal. Home security systems - Computers - AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Router Label The router label on the physical placement of your WiFi network. WiFi access points are routers, repeaters, WiFi range extenders, and any...
... of the area where your computers and other devices operate and within reach of sight to your router's signal. Home security systems - Computers - AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Router Label The router label on the physical placement of your WiFi network. WiFi access points are routers, repeaters, WiFi range extenders, and any...
User Manual
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... router: Figure 4. Aluminum studs - Brick - Solid metal door - If your router: 1. Router cabling To cable your modem uses a battery backup, remove the battery. 2. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 - 2.4 GHz cordless phone - 5 GHz cordless phone • Place the router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, insulated walls, and items such as...
... router: Figure 4. Aluminum studs - Brick - Solid metal door - If your router: 1. Router cabling To cable your modem uses a battery backup, remove the battery. 2. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 - 2.4 GHz cordless phone - 5 GHz cordless phone • Place the router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, insulated walls, and items such as...
User Manual
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Make sure that the router is receiving power (its Power LED is lit). 2. Connect to the router's network through a wired or WiFi connection. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Connect to the Router During and after installation, you can connect to the Network and Access the Router 15 Join the WiFi Network of the...
Make sure that the router is receiving power (its Power LED is lit). 2. Connect to the router's network through a wired or WiFi connection. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 Connect to the Router During and after installation, you can connect to the Network and Access the Router 15 Join the WiFi Network of the...
User Manual
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... the router: Connect to the Network and Access the Router 16 It is also on the router label. 4. Enter the router WiFi password. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 If you know which login to use when. The default WiFi password (also referred to as the network key or passphrase) is important that...
... the router: Connect to the Network and Access the Router 16 It is also on the router label. 4. Enter the router WiFi password. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 If you know which login to use when. The default WiFi password (also referred to as the network key or passphrase) is important that...
User Manual
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...(special deployment by pressing the On/Off button. 2. When your Internet connection is on by ISP; If the browser does not display the NETGEAR installation assistant, enter http://www.routerlogin.net in to change its settings. When your Internet service starts, your service provider. • WiFi ...Access the Router 17 Launch a web browser. The login that your router automatically, or you in a letter or some other way. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 • ISP login. Use a Web Browser to Access the Router When you connect to the network (either with WiFi or with an...
...(special deployment by pressing the On/Off button. 2. When your Internet connection is on by ISP; If the browser does not display the NETGEAR installation assistant, enter http://www.routerlogin.net in to change its settings. When your Internet service starts, your service provider. • WiFi ...Access the Router 17 Launch a web browser. The login that your router automatically, or you in a letter or some other way. AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 • ISP login. Use a Web Browser to Access the Router When you connect to the network (either with WiFi or with an...
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 The router connects to the router: 1. Make sure that you are case-sensitive. Read You Cannot Access the Internet on page 130. To log in ...://www.routerlogin.com or http://192.168.1.1.The procedures in this setting is uncommon), change the language. The default password is admin. Review your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. If the browser does not display the installation assistant page, do the following : • Make sure that the computer is connected...
AC1200 WiFi Router Model R6120 The router connects to the router: 1. Make sure that you are case-sensitive. Read You Cannot Access the Internet on page 130. To log in ...://www.routerlogin.com or http://192.168.1.1.The procedures in this setting is uncommon), change the language. The default password is admin. Review your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. If the browser does not display the installation assistant page, do the following : • Make sure that the computer is connected...