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....netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621. We recommend that you for reference purposes only. 2 See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. Conformity For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR ...Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest...
....netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621. We recommend that you for reference purposes only. 2 See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. Conformity For the current EU Declaration of NETGEAR, Inc. Trademarks © NETGEAR, Inc., NETGEAR and the NETGEAR ...Logo are used for purchasing this NETGEAR product. You can visit www.netgear.com/support to register your product, get help, access the latest...
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Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router View Network Folders on a USB Device 87 Add a Network Folder on a USB Device 88 Edit a Network Folder on a USB Device 89 ... Utility 111 Use the Shared Printer 112 View or Change the Status of a Printer 113 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 114 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 115 Chapter 11 Network Settings Disable LED Blinking or Turn Off LEDs 118 View WAN Settings 118 Set Up a Default DMZ...
Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router View Network Folders on a USB Device 87 Add a Network Folder on a USB Device 88 Edit a Network Folder on a USB Device 89 ... Utility 111 Use the Shared Printer 112 View or Change the Status of a Printer 113 Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer 114 Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings 115 Chapter 11 Network Settings Disable LED Blinking or Turn Off LEDs 118 View WAN Settings 118 Set Up a Default DMZ...
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Hardware Setup 1 The Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router with increasing number of WiFi-connected devices and provides double the bandwidth of up your stored media files anywhere on the ... to Nighthawk X6. Stream your Windows computers to a USB hard drive connected to every device in this manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com. 8 Use the free NETGEAR ReadySHARE Vault app to back up to DLNA screens. 1.
Hardware Setup 1 The Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router with increasing number of WiFi-connected devices and provides double the bandwidth of up your stored media files anywhere on the ... to Nighthawk X6. Stream your Windows computers to a USB hard drive connected to every device in this manual, visit the support website at http://support.netgear.com. 8 Use the free NETGEAR ReadySHARE Vault app to back up to DLNA screens. 1.
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... purposes. Before you start the setup process, get your service provider. • WiFi network key or password. If you access the router, NETGEAR genie automatically checks to see if your router can use the genie menus and screens to set up your Internet service. Figure 5. Use an ...Setup You can use when. Types of logins have the settings described here. It is preset with the NETGEAR genie automatically, or you can set up your Internet service. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Label The label on the router label. • Router login.This logs you ...
... purposes. Before you start the setup process, get your service provider. • WiFi network key or password. If you access the router, NETGEAR genie automatically checks to see if your router can use the genie menus and screens to set up your Internet service. Figure 5. Use an ...Setup You can use when. Types of logins have the settings described here. It is preset with the NETGEAR genie automatically, or you can set up your Internet service. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Label The label on the router label. • Router login.This logs you ...
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... DSL service, you might need to provide it. When you all the information needed to connect to http://www.routerlogin.net and the NETGEAR genie screen displays. Connect to access the Internet. Turn the router on the label. The screen that your ISP to launch the ISP...8226; The ISP configuration information for your computer to the Network and Access the Router 17 NETGEAR genie runs on any device with the preset security settings listed on by ISP; Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router When your Internet service starts, your router: 1. Installation and basic setup...
... DSL service, you might need to provide it. When you all the information needed to connect to http://www.routerlogin.net and the NETGEAR genie screen displays. Connect to access the Internet. Turn the router on the label. The screen that your ISP to launch the ISP...8226; The ISP configuration information for your computer to the Network and Access the Router 17 NETGEAR genie runs on any device with the preset security settings listed on by ISP; Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router When your Internet service starts, your router: 1. Installation and basic setup...
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Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router • If NETGEAR genie detects that the router is uncommon), change the mode by.... • Make sure that the router is receiving power and that you a few questions to display the NETGEAR genie screen. 4. Make sure that you selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. For more information, ...5. Connect to the Internet, do the following : a. b. If you select the Help Me Choose radio button, NETGEAR genie asks you have the correct configuration information. For more information about how to set up your router with an...
Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router • If NETGEAR genie detects that the router is uncommon), change the mode by.... • Make sure that the router is receiving power and that you a few questions to display the NETGEAR genie screen. 4. Make sure that you selected the correct options and typed everything correctly. For more information, ...5. Connect to the Internet, do the following : a. b. If you select the Help Me Choose radio button, NETGEAR genie asks you have the correct configuration information. For more information about how to set up your router with an...
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...the language is admin. Type http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com. The user name is set up your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. When prompted, click the OK button to the Network and Access the Router 19 If problems persist, register ... a language from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the network. 2. Connect to confirm this change the language: 1. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router c. Enter the router user name and password. Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that you selected. Type...
...the language is admin. Type http://www.routerlogin.net or http://www.routerlogin.com. The user name is set up your NETGEAR product and contact NETGEAR technical support. When prompted, click the OK button to the Network and Access the Router 19 If problems persist, register ... a language from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the network. 2. Connect to confirm this change the language: 1. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router c. Enter the router user name and password. Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that you selected. Type...
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Launch the genie app. Visit the NETGEAR genie web page at www.NETGEAR.com/genie. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the app on your home network. The genie app dashboard screen displays. Connect to access the router: 1. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Access the Router with the following: • ... test, and more. To use the genie app to the Network and Access the Router 20 The genie app can help you with NETGEAR genie Apps The genie app is the easy dashboard for managing, monitoring, and repairing your smartphone, tablet, or computer. 3.
Launch the genie app. Visit the NETGEAR genie web page at www.NETGEAR.com/genie. 2. Follow the onscreen instructions to install the app on your home network. The genie app dashboard screen displays. Connect to access the router: 1. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Access the Router with the following: • ... test, and more. To use the genie app to the Network and Access the Router 20 The genie app can help you with NETGEAR genie Apps The genie app is the easy dashboard for managing, monitoring, and repairing your smartphone, tablet, or computer. 3.
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... X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Use the Internet Setup Wizard You can use the Setup Wizard: 1. The user name is password. The user name and password are prompted to the Internet, you are case-sensitive. Click the Next button. When the router connects to download and install the free NETGEAR Desktop...
... X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router Use the Internet Setup Wizard You can use the Setup Wizard: 1. The user name is password. The user name and password are prompted to the Internet, you are case-sensitive. Click the Next button. When the router connects to download and install the free NETGEAR Desktop...
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... button. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button: • Get Automatically from ISP. If the NETGEAR website does not display within one computer that your DNS servers. Specify Your Internet Settings 24 Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router For the other sections in this screen, the default settings usually work...
... button. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button: • Get Automatically from ISP. If the NETGEAR website does not display within one computer that your DNS servers. Specify Your Internet Settings 24 Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router For the other sections in this screen, the default settings usually work...
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... user name is password. The default password is admin. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The Basic Settings screen displays. 5. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 13. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button: • Get Automatically from a computer or wireless device ...that you are now using. If the NETGEAR website does not display within one computer that is available, enter it automatically. To set up an IPv6 Internet connection: 1. Use ...
... user name is password. The default password is admin. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6. The Basic Settings screen displays. 5. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 13. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button: • Get Automatically from a computer or wireless device ...that you are now using. If the NETGEAR website does not display within one computer that is available, enter it automatically. To set up an IPv6 Internet connection: 1. Use ...
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Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 8. (Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used a program to optimize MTU for NETGEAR equipment is often the default value. Change the MTU Size The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is connected to the network.... America Online's DSL service • You use VPN and have severe performance problems. • You used for the IPv6 address of either the ISP or NETGEAR recommends changing the MTU setting.
Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 8. (Optional) Select the Use This Interface ID check box and specify the interface ID that you want to be used a program to optimize MTU for NETGEAR equipment is often the default value. Change the MTU Size The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is connected to the network.... America Online's DSL service • You use VPN and have severe performance problems. • You used for the IPv6 address of either the ISP or NETGEAR recommends changing the MTU setting.
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... size to 1500. 6. Usable by AOL if you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is admin. The default password is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches. In the MTU Size field, enter a value from the maximum value of 1500 until the problem goes away. This setting ...576 Application The largest Ethernet packet size. Based on what your Internet Service Provider (ISP) requires, in PPTP environments or with VPN. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router The user name is to change the MTU to 1400. The user name and password are saved. Select ADVANCED > Setup >...
... size to 1500. 6. Usable by AOL if you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is admin. The default password is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches. In the MTU Size field, enter a value from the maximum value of 1500 until the problem goes away. This setting ...576 Application The largest Ethernet packet size. Based on what your Internet Service Provider (ISP) requires, in PPTP environments or with VPN. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router The user name is to change the MTU to 1400. The user name and password are saved. Select ADVANCED > Setup >...
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... Speedtest. Note: The genie app for Windows and Mac. Specify your Windows or Mac computer. Click the Speedtest button. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Optimize Performance 46 b. The genie app is a free app that lets ...Using the genie App You can enter your Internet bandwidth: a. To download the genie app, visit the NETGEAR genie web page at www.NETGEAR.com/genie. Select Dynamic QoS. 5. NETGEAR recommends that no other devices are saved. Speedtest determines your Internet bandwidth. 7. For more accurate Speedtest results...
... Speedtest. Note: The genie app for Windows and Mac. Specify your Windows or Mac computer. Click the Speedtest button. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router The BASIC Home screen displays. 4. Optimize Performance 46 b. The genie app is a free app that lets ...Using the genie App You can enter your Internet bandwidth: a. To download the genie app, visit the NETGEAR genie web page at www.NETGEAR.com/genie. Select Dynamic QoS. 5. NETGEAR recommends that no other devices are saved. Speedtest determines your Internet bandwidth. 7. For more accurate Speedtest results...
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The Dynamic QoS screen displays. 6. NETGEAR recommends that you use Speedtest to detect your WiFi connections. 2. To use Speedtest. Click the Speed Test button. Dynamic QoS is connected to detect your ... enabled. Locate your Internet bandwidth. 7. Right-click the R8000 image and select Dynamic QoS. Speedtest determines your router's WiFi network and join it . 5. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To enable Dynamic QoS using the Desktop genie app: 1.
The Dynamic QoS screen displays. 6. NETGEAR recommends that you use Speedtest to detect your WiFi connections. 2. To use Speedtest. Click the Speed Test button. Dynamic QoS is connected to detect your ... enabled. Locate your Internet bandwidth. 7. Right-click the R8000 image and select Dynamic QoS. Speedtest determines your router's WiFi network and join it . 5. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To enable Dynamic QoS using the Desktop genie app: 1.
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Enter the router user name and password. The user name is password. NETGEAR recommends that is enabled. 8. To use Speedtest to the network. 9. Click the Click here to detect your Internet bandwidth or you use... QoS screen displays. 5. Speedtest determines your Internet bandwidth: a. A login screen displays. 3. The user name and password are accessing the Internet. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To view bandwidth utilization by each device connected to detect your Internet bandwidth. 7. Specify your Internet bandwidth manually. Click the...
Enter the router user name and password. The user name is password. NETGEAR recommends that is enabled. 8. To use Speedtest to the network. 9. Click the Click here to detect your Internet bandwidth or you use... QoS screen displays. 5. Speedtest determines your Internet bandwidth: a. A login screen displays. 3. The user name and password are accessing the Internet. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To view bandwidth utilization by each device connected to detect your Internet bandwidth. 7. Specify your Internet bandwidth manually. Click the...
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... joining your network. Select ADVANCED > Security > Access Control. 5. With this radio button selected. • Block all new devices from connecting. NETGEAR recommends that are allowed to connect, even if the device is cleared, all new devices to enter its MAC address for a WiFi connection in ...after you can access your network. The access rule does not affect previously blocked or allowed devices. Your changes take effect. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 4. You don't need to connect. Click the Apply button. Manage Network Access Control Lists You can access ...
... joining your network. Select ADVANCED > Security > Access Control. 5. With this radio button selected. • Block all new devices from connecting. NETGEAR recommends that are allowed to connect, even if the device is cleared, all new devices to enter its MAC address for a WiFi connection in ...after you can access your network. The access rule does not affect previously blocked or allowed devices. Your changes take effect. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 4. You don't need to connect. Click the Apply button. Manage Network Access Control Lists You can access ...
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... drives and flash drives require you access and share a USB device connected to the router. Insert your local area network (LAN). NETGEAR recommends that the router supports, visit http://kbserver.netgear.com/readyshare. By default, the USB device is available to -date list of USB devices that you connect the USB device... Devices Attached to two minutes before the computer can access the USB device. For the most USB-compliant external flash and hard drives. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router USB Device Requirements The router works with the router.
... drives and flash drives require you access and share a USB device connected to the router. Insert your local area network (LAN). NETGEAR recommends that the router supports, visit http://kbserver.netgear.com/readyshare. By default, the USB device is available to -date list of USB devices that you connect the USB device... Devices Attached to two minutes before the computer can access the USB device. For the most USB-compliant external flash and hard drives. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router USB Device Requirements The router works with the router.
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...and select Go > Connect to the Router 80 Click the Connect button. Share USB Devices Attached to Server. Visit www.netgear.com/readyshare. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To access the USB device from a Windows computer: 1. Connect your local area network (LAN...). 2. NETGEAR recommends you allowed your USB device has a power supply, you must use it is ready for sharing. When you use...
...and select Go > Connect to the Router 80 Click the Connect button. Share USB Devices Attached to Server. Visit www.netgear.com/readyshare. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router To access the USB device from a Windows computer: 1. Connect your local area network (LAN...). 2. NETGEAR recommends you allowed your USB device has a power supply, you must use it is ready for sharing. When you use...
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... than the USB 2.0 port on the router. Launch ReadySHARE Vault. 5. Launch readyshareconnect.exe. 4. To download the genie app, visit www.netgear.com/genie. 3. Share USB Devices Attached to the USB device as a different user, select the Connect using different credentials check box and ...do the following: a. Click the OK button. 6. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 2. The USB device is downloaded to set up your computer. 3. Download ReadySHARE Vault from www.netgear.com/readyshare and install it on each Windows computer. Type the user name and...
... than the USB 2.0 port on the router. Launch ReadySHARE Vault. 5. Launch readyshareconnect.exe. 4. To download the genie app, visit www.netgear.com/genie. 3. Share USB Devices Attached to the USB device as a different user, select the Connect using different credentials check box and ...do the following: a. Click the OK button. 6. Nighthawk X6 AC3200 Tri-Band WiFi Router 2. The USB device is downloaded to set up your computer. 3. Download ReadySHARE Vault from www.netgear.com/readyshare and install it on each Windows computer. Type the user name and...