Table of Contents
- AC1200 WiFi Cable Modem Router
- Contents
- 1. Hardware Setup
- 2. Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router
- 3. Specify Initial Settings
- 4. Control Access to the Internet
- 5. Share a USB Storage Device Attached to the Modem Router
- USB Device Requirements
- Connect a USB Storage Device to the Modem Router
- Access a USB Drive Connected to the Modem Router From a Windows Computer
- Map a USB Device to a Windows Network Drive
- Access a USB Storage Device That Is Connected to the Modem Router From a Mac
- Control Access to the USB Drive
- Use FTP Within the Network
- View or Change Network Folders on a USB Drive
- Add a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
- Edit a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
- Approve USB Storage Devices
- Safely Remove a USB Storage Device
- 6. Specify Network Settings
- View or Change the WAN Settings
- Change the MTU Size
- Set Up a Default DMZ Server
- Change the Modem Router’s Device Name
- Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings
- Specify the IP Addresses That the Modem Router Assigns
- Manage LAN IP Addresses
- Use the WPS Wizard for WiFi Connections
- Specify Basic WiFi Settings
- Change the WiFi Security Option
- Set Up a WiFi Guest Network
- Control the WiFi Radios
- Specify WPS Settings
- Set Up a WiFi Access List
- Dynamic DNS
- Improve Network Connections With Universal Plug-N-Play
- 7. Manage Your Network
- View Modem Router Status
- Reboot the Modem Router
- Change the Router Mode
- View and Manage Logs of Modem Router Activity
- Manage the Modem Router Configuration File
- Change the admin Password
- View Event Logs
- Run the Ping Utility
- Run the Traceroute Utility
- View WiFi Access Points in Your Area
- View or Change the Modem Router WiFi Channel
- Remote Management
- Control the LED Settings
- 8. Specify Internet Port Settings
- 9. Troubleshooting
- A. Supplemental Information
NETGEAR C6220 User Manual
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
December 2016
202-11728-01
AC1200 WiFi Cable Modem Router
Model C6220
User Manual
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AC1200 WiFi Cable Modem Router Model C6220
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Contents
Chapter 1 Hardware Setup
Unpack Your Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Position Your Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Cable Your Modem Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cable the Modem Router With a Simple Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Cable Your Modem Router to a Router or Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Activate Your Internet Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Use the Self-Activation Process to Set Up Your Internet Connection . . . . . 13
Call Comcast XFINITY to Set Up Your Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Perform a Speed Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Modem Router
Connect to the Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Wired Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
WiFi Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Types of Logins . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Log In to the Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Chapter 3 Specify Initial Settings
Specify the Cable Connection Starting Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
View Modem Router Initialization. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Specify the Internet Connection Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specify an IPv6 Internet Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet
Set Up Parental Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Add a Keyword to Block. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Delete a Keyword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Block Services From the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Schedule When to Block Internet Sites and Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Avoid Blocking on a Trusted Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Set Up Security Event Email Notifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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Chapter 5 Share a USB Storage Device Attached to the Modem Router
USB Device Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Connect a USB Storage Device to the Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Access a USB Drive Connected to the Modem Router From
a Windows Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Map a USB Device to a Windows Network Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Access a USB Storage Device That Is Connected to the
Modem Router From a Mac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Control Access to the USB Drive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Use FTP Within the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
View or Change Network Folders on a USB Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Add a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Edit a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Approve USB Storage Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Safely Remove a USB Storage Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Chapter 6 Specify Network Settings
View or Change the WAN Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Change the MTU Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Set Up a Default DMZ Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Change the Modem Router’s Device Name. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Specify the IP Addresses That the Modem Router Assigns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Manage LAN IP Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Reserve a LAN IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Edit a Reserved Address Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Delete a Reserved Address Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Use the WPS Wizard for WiFi Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Specify Basic WiFi Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Change the WiFi Security Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Set Up a WiFi Guest Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Control the WiFi Radios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Use the WiFi On/Off Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Enable or Disable the WiFi Radios. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Specify WPS Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Set Up a WiFi Access List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Dynamic DNS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Improve Network Connections With Universal Plug-N-Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Chapter 7 Manage Your Network
View Modem Router Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
View Cable Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
View Internet Port Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
View WiFi Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Reboot the Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Change the Router Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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View and Manage Logs of Modem Router Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Manage the Modem Router Configuration File. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Back Up Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Restore Configuration Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Erase the Current Configuration Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Change the admin Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
View Event Logs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Run the Ping Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Run the Traceroute Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
View WiFi Access Points in Your Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
View or Change the Modem Router WiFi Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Remote Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Set Up Remote Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Use Remote Access. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Control the LED Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Chapter 8 Specify Internet Port Settings
Set Up Port Forwarding to a Local Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Add a Custom Port Forwarding Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Edit a Port Forwarding Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Delete a Port Forwarding Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Application Example: Make a Local Web Server Public . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
How the Modem Router Implements the Port Forwarding Rule . . . . . . . . . . 90
Set Up Port Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Add a Port Triggering Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Specify When to Use Port Triggering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Application Example: Port Triggering for Internet Relay Chat . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Chapter 9 Troubleshooting
Use LEDs to Troubleshoot. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Cannot Log In to the Modem Router . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Troubleshoot the ISP Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Troubleshoot a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Use PIng to Test the LAN Path to Your Gateway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Use Ping to Test the Path From a Windows Computer to a Remote Device. 98
Appendix A Supplemental Information
Factory Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
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1. Hardware Setup
This chapter covers the following topics:
•Unpack Your Modem Router
•Front Panel
•Rear Panel
•Position Your Gateway
•Cable Your Modem Router
•Activate Your Internet Service
For more information about the topics covered in this manual, visit the support website at
http://support.netgear.com.
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Unpack Your Modem Router
Your package contains the following items.
Ethernet cable Power adapter
Modem router
Antennas (2)
Figure 1. Package contents
Front Panel
The modem router status LEDs and buttons are on the front.
Figure 2. Modem router front view
You can control the LED settings. For information about how to specify the LED settings, see
Control the LED Settings on page 83.
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You can use the LEDs to verify status and connections. The following table lists and
describes each LED and button on the front panel of the modem router.
Table 1. LED and button descriptions
LED Description
WPS button with
LED This button lets you use WPS to join the WiFi network without typing the WiFi password.
The WPS LED blinks during this process and then lights solid.
WiFi On/Off
button with LED Pressing this button for two seconds turns the WiFi radios in the modem router on and off. If
this LED is lit, the WiFi radios are on. If this LED is off, the WiFi radios are turned off and
you cannot use WiFi to connect to the modem router.
Power • Green. Power is supplied to the modem router.
• Red. Power is cut off due to a thermal error caused by heat. Move the unit to a well
ventilated area and power cycle the unit.
• Off. No power is supplied to the modem router.
Downstream • Solid green. One or more downstream channels are locked.
• Blinking green. The unit is scanning for a downstream channel.
• Off. No downstream channel is locked.
Upstream • Solid green. One or more upstream channels are locked.
• Blinking green. The unit is scanning for an upstream channel.
• Off. No upstream channel is locked.
Internet • Solid green. The modem router is online.
• Blinking green. The modem router is synchronizing with the cable provider’s cable
modem termination system (CMTS).
• Off. The modem router is offline.
2.4 GHz radio • Green. The 2.4 GHz radio is on.
• Blinking green. There is WiFi activity on the 2.4 GHz band.
• Off. The 2.4 GHz radio is off.
5 GHz radio • Green. The 5 GHz radio is on.
• Blinking green.There is WiFi activity on the 5 GHz band.
• Off. The 5 GHz radio is off.
Ethernet • Green. A device is connected to an Ethernet port and powered on.
• Blinking green. The Ethernet port is sending or receiving traffic.
• Off. No device is connected to an Ethernet port.
USB • Green. A USB device is connected to the port on the back panel.
• Off. No USB device is connected to the port on the back panel.
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Rear Panel
The rear panel connections and buttons shown the following figure.
LED On-Off
switch USB 2.0 port
Ethernet
ports
Reset
button
Coaxial
cable
connector
Power
adapter
input
Power
On/Off
button
Figure 3. Modem router rear panel
Position Your Gateway
The modem router lets you access your network anywhere within the operating range of your
WiFi network. However, the operating distance or range of your WiFi connection can vary
significantly depending on the physical placement of your modem router. For example, the
thickness and number of walls the WiFi signal passes through can limit the range.
Additionally, other WiFi access points in and around your home might affect your modem
router’s signal. WiFi access points are modem routers, repeaters, WiFi range extenders, and
any other device that emits a WiFi signal for network access.
Position your modem router according to the following guidelines:
•Place your modem router near the center of the area where your computers and other
devices operate, and within line of sight to your WiFi devices.
•Make sure that the modem router is within reach of an AC power outlet and near Ethernet
cables for wired computers.
•Place the modem router in an elevated location, minimizing the number walls and ceilings
between the modem router and your other devices.
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•Place the modem router away from electrical devices such as these:
-Ceiling fans
-Home security systems
-Microwaves
-Computers
-Base of a cordless phone
-2.4 GHz cordless phone
•Place the modem router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, and
insulated walls such as these:
-Solid metal door
-Aluminum studs
-Fish tanks
-Mirrors
-Brick
-Concrete
Cable Your Modem Router
The most common way to cable your modem router is the simplest, without any other routers
or gateways on the same network. You can also cable the modem router to another router or
gateway and log in to the modem router to specify the Router Mode setting.
Cable the Modem Router With a Simple Network
The modem router comes configured to work as both a modem and a router. You can share
your Internet connection without connecting the modem router to a router or gateway.
Modem router
Power adapter
Coaxial cable
Ethernet cable
Figure 4. Simple modem router network
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To cable your modem router:
1. Connect the antennas to the threaded antenna posts.
2. Turn off existing modems and routers.
If you are replacing a modem that is currently connected in your home, unplug the
modem and plug the new modem router into the same outlet.
3. Connect a coaxial cable.
Use the coaxial cable that is provided by Comcast XFINITY to connect the cable port on
the modem router to a cable wall outlet.
Make sure that the cable is tightly connected.
4. Connect the power adapter to the modem router and plug the power adapter into an
electrical outlet.
Make sure that the Power On/Off button and the LED On-Off switch on the rear panel of
the modem router are in the On position.
The startup procedure takes about one minute. When the startup procedure is complete,
the Power LED lights green.
You can log in to the modem router to view or change its settings.
Cable Your Modem Router to a Router or Gateway
If you want to cable the modem router to a router or gateway, you must log in to the modem
router and change its Router Mode setting. Changing this setting prevents certain network
conflicts that can occur when two devices on the same network perform routing functions
such as network address translation (NAT) and DHCP (assigning IP addresses to devices on
the network).
To cable your modem router to a gateway or router:
1. Connect the antennas to the threaded antenna posts.
2. Turn off existing modems and routers.
If you are replacing a modem that is currently connected in your home, unplug the
modem and plug the new modem router into the same outlet.
3. Connect a coaxial cable.
Use the coaxial cable that is provided by Comcast XFINITY to connect the cable port on
the modem router to a cable wall outlet.
Make sure that the cable is tightly connected.
4. Connect the power adapter to the modem router and plug the power adapter into an
electrical outlet.
Make sure that the Power On/Off button and the LED On-Off switch on the rear panel of
the modem router are in the On position.
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The startup procedure takes about one minute. When the startup procedure is complete,
the Power LED lights green.
5. On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, find and select the WiFi network.
The WiFi network name is on the modem router label.
6. Join the WiFi network and enter the WiFi password.
The password is on the modem router label.
Your WiFi device connects to the WiFi network.
7. Launch a web browser.
8. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
9. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
10. When prompted, change the password and enter security questions and answers.
The BASIC Home page displays.
11. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Router Mode.
The Router Mode page displays.
12. Select the No radio button.
With this setting, the modem router works as a bridge and the router behind it obtains a
WAN IP addresses from the Internet service provider.
13. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
14. Follow the instructions that came with your router to connect it to the modem router.
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Activate Your Internet Service
Activate your Internet service by using Comcast XFINITY’s self-activation process. If you are
unable to self-activate your modem router, call Comcast XFINITY customer service. After you
complete the setup, perform a speed test.
Before you start the self-activation process, make sure that your account number, account
phone number, and login information (your email address or user name and password) are
nearby.
Use the Self-Activation Process to Set Up Your Internet
Connection
To set up your Internet connection with Comcast XFINITY’s self-activation process:
1. Close all web browsers.
2. Launch a web browser.
You are redirected to the XFINITY self-activation page. If you are not redirected to the
XFINITY self-activation page, visit comcast.com/activate.
3. Provide your XFINITY credentials and complete the self-activation process.
This process might take up to 15 minutes, during which the modem router reboots twice.
Call Comcast XFINITY to Set Up Your Internet Connection
If you are unable to activate your modem router using the XFINITY self-activation process,
call Comcast XFINITY customer service.
Before you call Comcast Xfinity, make sure that your account number, account phone
number, email address, and password are nearby. The cable modem’s model number is
C6220. The serial number and MAC address are on the modem router label.
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Figure 5. Modem router label
To set up your Internet connection by calling Comcast XFINITY:
1. Call Comcast XFINITY customer service at 1-800-XFINITY (1-800-934-6489).
2. When asked, provide your account information and provide the modem router’s model
number and MAC address.
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3. Wait for Comcast XFINITY to confirm that your modem router is active.
4. If you do not get an Internet connection with the modem router, ask Comcast XFINITY to
look for your modem router online, and do one of the following depending on what Comcast
XFINITY tells you about your modem router:
•If the modem router is not visible, Comcast XFINITY can give you instructions to verify
why the modem router does not connect with your high-speed Internet service.
•If the modem router is visible to Comcast XFINITY, reboot the modem router. Check
your online status again.
Perform a Speed Test
To determine the accurate Internet speed, visit the speed test website of your cable Internet
provider and perform a speed test.
If your actual speed is lower than your subscribed speed, contact your cable Internet
provider.
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Connect to the Network
You can connect to the modem router’s network through a wired or WiFi connection. If you
set up your computer to use a static IP address, change the settings so that it uses Dynamic
Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
Wired Connection
You can connect your computer to the modem router using an Ethernet cable and join the
modem router’s local area network (LAN).
To connect your computer to the modem router with an Ethernet cable:
1. Make sure that the modem router is receiving power (its Power LED is lit).
If the Power LED does not light, make sure that the Power On/Off button and the LED
On-Off switch on the rear panel of the modem router are in the On position.
2. Connect an Ethernet cable to an Ethernet port on your computer.
3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to one of the numbered Ethernet ports.
Your computer connects to the local area network (LAN). A message might display on
your computer screen to notify you that an Ethernet cable is connected.
WiFi Connection
You can connect to the modem router’s WiFi network with Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) or
you can find and select the WiFi network.
To use WPS to connect to the WiFi network:
1. Make sure that the modem router is receiving power (its Power LED is lit).
If the Power LED does not light, make sure that the Power On/Off button and the LED
On-Off switch on the rear panel of the modem router are in the On position.
2. Press the WPS button on the modem router.
3. Within two minutes, on your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, press its WPS button
or follow its instructions for WPS connections.
Your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device connects to the WiFi network.
To find and select the WiFi network:
1. Make sure that the modem router is receiving power (its Power LED is lit).
If the Power LED does not light, make sure that the Power On/Off button and the LED
On-Off switch on the rear panel of the modem router are in the On position.
2. On your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device, find and select the WiFi network.
The WiFi network name is on the modem router label.
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3. Join the WiFi network and enter the WiFi password.
The password is on the modem router label.
Your WiFi device connects to the WiFi network.
Label
The label on the modem router shows the login information, MAC address, and serial
number.
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Figure 6. Modem router label
Types of Logins
Separate types of logins serve different purposes. It is important that you understand the
difference so that you know which login to use when.
Types of logins:
•Modem router login.This logs you in to the modem router web pages from a web
browser as admin.
•WiFi network key or password. Your modem router is preset with a unique WiFi
network name (SSID) and password for WiFi access. This information is on the modem
router label.
Log In to the Modem Router
When you connect to the network (either with WiFi or with an Ethernet cable), you can use a
web browser to access the modem router to view or change its settings. The first time you
access the modem router, the modem router automatically checks to see if it can connect to
your Internet service.
To log in to the modem router:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
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3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The first time you log in to the modem router, you are prompted to change the admin
password and set up security questions. You must enter these settings before you can
access the Internet.
4. Enter a new password.
5. Select security questions and enter the answers.
6. Click the Next button.
7. Click the Next button.
The modem router connects to the Internet. The BASIC Home page displays the status of
the Internet connection.
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Specify the Cable Connection Starting Frequency
The starting frequency is automatically generated. For most Internet connections, you do not
need to specify this information. If you must enter a starting frequency, contact your Internet
service provider.
To change the starting frequency:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select Cable Connection.
5. Enter an number in the Starting Frequency field.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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View Modem Router Initialization
You can track the initialization procedure of the modem router and get details about the
downstream and upstream cable channel. The time is displayed after the modem router is
initialized.
The modem router automatically goes through the following steps in the provisioning
process:
•Scans and locks the downstream frequency and then ranges the upstream channels.
•Obtains a WAN address for the modem router.
•Connects to the Internet.
To view the status of the modem router initialization:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select Cable Connection.
The Startup Procedure section displays the initialization progress.
The Downstream Bonded Channels section displays the status of each channel.
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Specify the Internet Connection Settings
You can view or change the modem router’s Internet connection settings.
To specify the Internet connection settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > Internet Setup.
5. If your Internet connection requires an account name or host name, type it in the Account
Name (If Required) field.
6. If your Internet connection requires a domain name, type it in the Domain Name (If
Required) field.
For the other sections on this page, the default settings usually work, but you can change
them.
7. Select an Internet IP Address radio button:
•Get Dynamically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your IP address. Your ISP
automatically assigns these addresses.
•Use Static IP Address. Enter the IP address, IP subnet mask, and the gateway IP
address that your ISP assigned. The gateway is the ISP modem router to which your
modem router connects.
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8. Select a Domain Name Server (DNS) Address radio button:
•Get Automatically from ISP. Your ISP uses DHCP to assign your DNS servers. Your
ISP automatically assigns this address.
•Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select
this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary
DNS server address is available, enter it also.
9. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Note: If you get address not found errors when you go to a website, it is
likely that your DNS servers are not set up correctly. Contact your ISP
to get the DNS server addresses.
Specify an IPv6 Internet Connection
To specify an IPv6 Internet connection:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > IPV6.
If your Internet provider supports IPv6, the System Delegated Prefix field displays IPv6
information.
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5. Select an IP Address Assignment radio button:
•Use DHCP Server. This method passes more information to LAN devices, but some
IPv6 systems might not support the DHCv6 client function.
•Auto Config. This is the default setting.
This setting specifies how the modem router assigns IPv6 addresses to the home
network (the LAN).
6. Complete the fields in the Server Setting section.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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4. Control Access to the Internet
This chapter explains how to prevent objectionable content from reaching the computers and
other devices that are connected to your network.
This chapter includes the following sections:
•Set Up Parental Controls
•Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites
•Block Services From the Internet
•Schedule When to Block Internet Sites and Services
•Avoid Blocking on a Trusted Computer
•Set Up Security Event Email Notifications
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Set Up Parental Controls
The first time that you select Parental Controls from the BASIC Home page, your browser
goes to the Parental Controls website. You can learn more about parental controls or
download the application.
After you set up and enable parental controls, you can change the web filtering level for each
device on the network on the network map page of the genie app.
To set up parental controls:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select Parental Controls.
The Live Parental Controls website opens.
5. Click the button for the app or version that you want to download and use.
6. Follow the onscreen instructions to download and install the genie app.
7. Open the genie app and select Parental Controls.
After installation, Live Parental Controls automatically starts.
8. Click the Next button, read the note, and click the Next button again to proceed.
Because Live Parental Controls uses free OpenDNS accounts, you are prompted to log in
or create a free account.
9. Select a radio button as follows:
•If you already own an OpenDNS account, leave the Yes radio button selected.
•If you do not own an OpenDNS account, select the No radio button.
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If you are creating an account, the Create a free OpenDNS account page displays.
Do the following:
a. Complete the fields.
b. Click the Next button.
After you log on or create your account, the filtering level page displays.
10. Select a radio button for a filtering level and click the Next button.
The setup is complete.
11. Click the Take me to the status page button.
The Status page displays. Parental controls are now set up for the modem router.
To enable parental controls, click the Enable Live Parental Controls button.
Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites
You can use keywords to block certain Internet sites from your network. You can use blocking
all the time or based on a schedule.
Add a Keyword to Block
To block Internet sites:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
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4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites.
5. Select one of the keyword blocking options:
•Per Schedule. Turn on keyword blocking according to the Schedule screen settings.
(See Schedule When to Block Internet Sites and Services on page 31.)
•Always. Turn on keyword blocking all the time, independent of the Schedule screen.
6. In the Keyword field, enter a keyword or domain that you want to block.
For example:
•Specify XXX to block http://www.badstuff.com/xxx.html.
•Specify .com if you want to allow only sites with domain suffixes such as .edu or .gov.
•Enter a period (.) to block all Internet browsing access.
7. Click the Add Keyword button.
The keyword is added to the keyword list. The keyword list supports up to 32 entries.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Delete a Keyword
To delete keywords from the list:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
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The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites.
The Block Sites page displays.
5. Do one of the following:
•To delete a single word, select it and click the Delete Keyword button.
The keyword is removed from the list.
•To delete all keywords on the list, click the Clear List button.
All keywords are removed from the list.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Block Services From the Internet
You can block Internet services on your network based on the type of service. You can block
the services all the time or based on a schedule.
To block services:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Services.
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5. Specify when to block the services:
•To block the services all the time, select the Always radio button.
•To block the services based on a schedule, select the Per Schedule radio button.
For information about how to specify the schedule, see Schedule When to Block
Internet Sites and Services on page 31.
6. Click the Add button.
7. To add a service that is in the Service Type list, select the application or service.
The settings for this service automatically display in the fields.
8. To add a service or application that is not the list, select User Defined.
a. If you know that the application uses either TCP or UDP, select the appropriate
protocol; otherwise, select TCP/UDP (both).
b. Enter the starting port and ending port numbers:
If the service uses a single port number, enter that number in both fields.
To find out which port numbers the service or application uses, you can contact the
publisher of the application, ask user groups or newsgroups, or search on the
Internet.
9. Select a filtering option:
•Only This IP Address. Block services for a single computer.
•IP Address Range. Block services for a range of computers with consecutive IP
addresses on your network.
•All lP Addresses. Block services for all computers on your network.
10. Click the Add button.
Your settings are saved.
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Schedule When to Block Internet Sites and Services
When you schedule blocking, the same schedule is used to block sites and to block services.
For information about how to specify what you want the modem router to block, see Use
Keywords to Block Internet Sites on page 27 and Block Services From the Internet on
page 29.
To schedule blocking:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Schedule.
The Schedule page displays.
5. Specify when to block keywords and services:
•Days to Block. Select the check box for each day that you want to block the
keywords or select the Every Day check box, which automatically selects the check
boxes for all days.
•Time of Day to Block. Select a start and end time in 24-hour format, or select All
Day for 24-hour blocking.
6. Select your time zone from the menu.
7. If you live in an area that uses daylight saving time, select the Automatically adjust for
daylight savings time check box.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Avoid Blocking on a Trusted Computer
You can exempt one trusted computer from blocking. The computer that you exempt must
use a fixed IP address. You can use the reserved IP address feature to specify the IP
address. See Manage LAN IP Addresses on page 53.
To specify a trusted computer:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
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2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Security > Block Sites.
The Block Sites page displays.
5. Scroll down and select the Allow trusted IP address to visit blocked sites check box.
6. In the Trusted IP Address field, enter the IP address of the trusted computer.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Set Up Security Event Email Notifications
The modem router can email you its logs. The log records modem router activity and security
events such as attempts to access blocked sites or services.
To set up email notifications:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
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4. Select ADVANCED > Security > E-mail.
5. Select the Turn E-mail Notification On check box.
6. In the Your Outgoing Mail Server field, enter the name of your ISP outgoing (SMTP) mail
server (such as mail.myISP.com).
You might be able to find this information in the configuration window of your email
program. If you leave this field blank, log and alert messages are not sent.
7. Enter the email address to which logs and alerts are sent in the Send to This E-mail
Address field.
This email address is also used for the From address. If this field is blank, log and alert
messages are not sent.
8. If your outgoing email server requires authentication, select the My Mail Server requires
authentication check box, and do the following:
a. In the User Name field, type the user name for the outgoing email server.
b. In the Password field, type the password for the outgoing email server.
9. To send alerts when someone attempts to visit a blocked site, select the Send Alerts
Immediately check box.
10. To send logs based on a schedule, specify these settings:
•From Send logs according to this schedule menu, select the schedule type.
•From the Day menu, select the day.
•From the Time menu, select the time, and select the am or pm radio button.
11. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Logs are sent automatically. If the log fills before the specified time, it is sent. After the log
is sent, it is cleared from the modem router memory. If the modem router cannot email the
log and the log buffer fills, the modem router overwrites the log.
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5. Share a USB Storage Device
Attached to the Modem Router
This chapter describes how to access and manage USB storage devices attached to your
modem router. You can share USB storage devices connected to the router. (If your storage
device uses special drivers, it is not compatible.)
Note: The USB port on the modem router can be used only to connect USB
storage devices like flash drives or hard drives, or a printer. Do not
connect computers, USB modems, CD drives, or DVD drives to the
modem router USB port.
This chapter contains the following sections:
•USB Device Requirements
•Connect a USB Storage Device to the Modem Router
•Control Access to the USB Drive
•Use FTP Within the Network
•View or Change Network Folders on a USB Drive
•Add a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
•Edit a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
•Approve USB Storage Devices
•Safely Remove a USB Storage Device
For more information about ReadySHARE features, visit netgear.com/readyshare.
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USB Device Requirements
The modem router works with most USB-compliant external flash and hard drives. For the
most up-to-date list of USB drives that the modem router supports, visit
http://kbserver.netgear.com/readyshare.
Some USB external hard drives and flash drives require you to load the drivers onto the
computer before the computer can access the USB device. Such USB devices do not work
with the modem router.
The modem router supports the following file system types for full read/write access:
•FAT16
•FAT32
•NTFS
•NTFS with compression format enabled
•Ext2
•Ext3
•Ext4
•XFS
•HFS
•HFS+
Connect a USB Storage Device to the Modem Router
ReadySHARE lets you access and share USB storage devices that are connected to the
appropriate modem router port. (If your USB storage device uses special drivers, it is not
compatible.)
To connect a USB device:
1. Insert your USB storage drive into the USB port on the rear panel of the modem router.
USB port
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2. If your USB storage device uses a power supply, connect it.
You must use the power supply when you connect the USB storage device to the router.
When you connect the USB drive to the modem router USB port, it might take up to two
minutes before it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB drive is available to all
computers on your local area network (LAN).
Access a USB Drive Connected to the Modem Router From
a Windows Computer
To access a USB storage device from a Windows computer:
1. Connect a USB storage device to a USB port on your router.
2. If your USB storage device uses a power supply, connect it.
You must use the power supply when you connect the USB storage device to the modem
router.
When you connect the USB storage device to the modem router’s port, it might take up to
two minutes before it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB storage device is available
to all computers on your local area network (LAN).
3. Select Start > Run.
4. Enter \\readyshare in the dialog box.
5. Click the OK button.
A window automatically opens and displays the files and folders on the USB storage
device.
Map a USB Device to a Windows Network Drive
To map a USB device to a Windows network drive:
1. Connect a USB storage device to a USB port on the router.
If your USB storage device uses a power supply, you must use it when you connect the
device to the router.
When you connect the USB storage device to the router’s port, it might take up to two
minutes before it is ready for sharing. By default, the device is available to all computers
on your local area network (LAN).
2. Select Start > Run.
3. Enter \\readyshare in the dialog box.
4. Click the OK button.
5. Right-click the USB device and select Map network drive.
6. Select the drive letter to map to the new network folder.
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7. Click the Finish button.
The USB storage device is mapped to the drive letter that you specified.
8. To connect to the USB storage device as a different user, select the Connect using
different credentials check box, click the Finish button, and do the following:
a. Type the user name and password.
b. Click the OK button.
The USB drive is mapped to the drive letter that you specified.
Access a USB Storage Device That Is Connected to the
Modem Router From a Mac
To access the device from a Mac:
1. Connect a USB storage device to a USB port on your router.
If your USB storage device uses a power supply, you must use it when you connect the USB
storage device to the router.
When you connect the USB storage device to the router’s port, it might take up to two minutes
before it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB storage device is available to all computers
on your local area network (LAN).
2. On a Mac that is connected to the network, select Go > Connect to Server.
3. In the Server Address field, enter smb://readyshare.
4. When prompted, select the Guest radio button.
If you set up access control on the router and you allowed your Mac to access the network,
select the Registered User radio button and enter admin for the name and password for the
password. For more information about access control, see View Devices Currently on the
Network on page 83.
5. Click the Connect button.
A window automatically opens and displays the files and folders on the USB storage device..
Control Access to the USB Drive
You can specify the device name, workgroups, and network folders for your USB device.
To specify the USB access settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
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3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > USB Storage > Advanced Settings.
5. Specify access to the USB storage device:
•Network Device Name. This is the name used to access the USB device connected
to the modem router. The default is readyshare.
•Workgroup. If you are using a Windows workgroup rather than a domain, the
workgroup name is displayed here. The name works only in an operating system that
supports NetBIOS, such as Microsoft Windows.
•Access Method. Select the check boxes for the access methods that you want:
-Network Neighborhood/MacShare. Enabled by default.
-HTTP. Enabled by default. You can type
http://readyshare.routerlogin.net/shares to access the USB drive.
-HTTP (via Internet). Disabled by default. If you enable this feature, remote users
can type http://<public IP address/shares> (for example, http://1.1.10.102/shares)
or a URL domain name to access the USB drive over the Internet. This feature
supports file uploading only.
-FTP. Disabled by default.
-FTP (via Internet). Disabled by default. If you select this check box, remote users
can access the USB drive through FTP over the Internet. This feature supports
both downloading and uploading of files.
6. If you changed the settings, click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Use FTP Within the Network
File Transfer Protocol (FTP) lets you send and receive large files faster.
To set up FTP access:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > USB Storage > Advanced Settings.
5. Select the FTP check box.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
View or Change Network Folders on a USB Drive
You can view or change the network folders on the USB storage device.
To view or change network folders:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
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2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > USB Storage > Advanced Settings.
5. Scroll down to the Available Networks Folder section of the page, and adjust the following
settings:
•Share Name. If only one device is connected, the default share name is
USB_Storage. (Some modem router models include more than one USB port.)
You can click the name or type it in the address field of your web browser. If Not
Shared is shown, the default share was deleted, and no other share for the root folder
exists. Click the link to change this setting.
•Read Access and Write Access. Show the permissions and access controls on the
network folder. All – no password (the default) allows all users to access the network
folder. The password for admin is the same one that you use to log in to the modem
router.
•Folder Name. Full path of the network folder.
•Volume Name. Volume name from the storage device (either USB drive or HDD).
•Total Space and Free Space. Show the current utilization of the storage device.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Add a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
You can add network folders on a USB storage device connected to the modem router USB
port.
To add a network folder:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > ReadySHARE.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5. Click the Edit button.
6. Click the Create Network Folder button.
If this window does not open, your web browser might be blocking pop-ups. If it is,
change the browser settings to allow pop-ups.
7. Complete the fields.
The user name (account name) for All – no password is guest. The password for admin is
the same one that is used to log in to the modem router. By default, it is password.
8. Click the Apply button.
The folder is added on the USB device.
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Edit a Network Folder on a USB Storage Device
You can edit network folders on a USB storage device connected to the modem router USB
port.
To edit a network folder:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > ReadySHARE.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5. Click the Edit button.
The Edit Network Folder window opens.
6. Change the settings in the fields as needed.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Approve USB Storage Devices
For more security, you can set up the modem router to share only USB storage devices that
you approve.
To approve USB devices:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
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4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > USB Settings.
By default Enable any USB Device connection to the USB port radio is selected. This
setting lets you connect and access all your USB drives.
5. Select the No radio button.
6. Click the Approved Devices button.
The approved and available USB devices display.
7. In the Available USB Devices list, select the drive that you want to approve.
8. Click the Add button.
9. Select the Allow only approved devices check box.
10. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
11. To work with another USB device, first click the Safely Remove USB Device button for the
currently connected USB device.
12. Connect the other USB device, and repeat this process.
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Safely Remove a USB Storage Device
Before you physically disconnect a USB storage device from the modem router USB port, log
in to the modem router and take the USB storage device offline.
To remove a USB storage device safely:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select USB Storage > Basic Settings.
The USB Storage page displays.
5. Click the Safely Remove USB Device button.
This takes the drive offline.
6. Physically disconnect the USB drive.
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6. Specify Network Settings
This chapter includes the following sections:
•View or Change the WAN Settings
•Change the MTU Size
•Set Up a Default DMZ Server
•Change the Modem Router’s Device Name
•Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings
•Specify the IP Addresses That the Modem Router Assigns
•Manage LAN IP Addresses
•Use the WPS Wizard for WiFi Connections
•Specify Basic WiFi Settings
•Change the WiFi Security Option
•Set Up a WiFi Guest Network
•Control the WiFi Radios
•Specify WPS Settings
•Set Up a WiFi Access List
•Dynamic DNS
•Improve Network Connections With Universal Plug-N-Play
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View or Change the WAN Settings
You can view the wide area network (WAN) settings for the Internet port. You can set up a
DMZ (demilitarized zone) server, change the maximum transmit unit (MTU) size, and enable
the modem router to respond to a ping to its WAN (Internet) port.
To view or change the WAN settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.
5. View or change the following settings:
•Disable IPv4 Firewall Protection.
•Disable Port Scan and DoS Protection. DoS protection protects your LAN against
denial of service attacks such as Syn flood, Smurf Attack, Ping of Death, and many
others. Select this check box only in special circumstances.
•Default DMZ Server. This feature is sometimes helpful when you are playing online
games or videoconferencing, but it makes the firewall security less effective. See Set
Up a Default DMZ Server on page 49.
•Respond to Ping on Internet Port. This feature allows your modem router to be
discovered. Use this feature only as a diagnostic tool or if there is a specific reason.
•Disable IGMP Proxying. IGMP proxying allows a computer on the local area network
(LAN) to receive the multicast traffic it is interested in from the Internet. If you do not
need this feature, you can select this check box to disable it.
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•MTU Size (in bytes). The normal MTU (maximum transmit unit) value for most
Ethernet networks is 1500 bytes, or 1492 bytes for PPPoE connections. Change the
MTU only if you are sure that it is necessary for your ISP connection. See Change the
MTU Size on page 47.
•Disable SIP ALG. Some VoIP applications do not work well with the SIP ALG.
Selecting this check box to turn off the SIP ALG might help your VoIP devices to
create or accept a call through the modem router.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Change the MTU Size
The maximum transmission unit (MTU) is the largest data packet a network device transmits.
When one network device communicates across the Internet with another, the data packets
travel through many devices along the way. If a device in the data path uses a lower MTU
setting than the other devices, the data packets must be split or “fragmented” to
accommodate the device with the smallest MTU.
The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often the default value. In some situations,
changing the value fixes one problem but causes another. Leave the MTU unchanged unless
one of these situations occurs:
•You experience problems connecting to your ISP or other Internet service, and the
technical support of either the ISP or NETGEAR recommends changing the MTU setting.
These web-based applications might require an MTU change:
-A secure website that does not open, or displays only part of a web page
-Yahoo email
-MSN portal
-America Online’s DSL service
•You use VPN and are experiencing severe performance problems.
•You used a program to optimize MTU for performance reasons, and now you are
experiencing connectivity or performance problems.
Note: An incorrect MTU setting can cause Internet communication
problems. For example, you might not be able to access certain
websites, frames within websites, secure login pages, or FTP or
POP servers.
To change the MTU size:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
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A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.
5. In the MTU Size field, enter a value from 64 to 1500.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
If you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is to change the MTU to 1400. If you are
willing to experiment, you can gradually reduce the MTU from the maximum value of 1500
until the problem goes away. The following table describes common MTU sizes and
applications.
Table 2. Common MTU sizes
MTU Application
1500 The largest Ethernet packet size. This setting is typical for connections that do not use
PPPoE or VPN, and is the default value for NETGEAR routers, adapters, and switches.
1492 Used in PPPoE environments.
1472 Maximum size to use for pinging. (Larger packets are fragmented.)
1468 Used in some DHCP environments.
1460 Usable by AOL if you do not use large email attachments, for example.
1436 Used in PPTP environments or with VPN.
1400 Maximum size for AOL DSL.
576 Typical value to connect to dial-up ISPs.
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Set Up a Default DMZ Server
The default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and
videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with Network Address Translation
(NAT). The modem router is programmed to recognize some of these applications and to
work correctly with them, but other applications might not function well. In some cases, one
local computer can run the application correctly if the IP address for that computer is entered
as the default DMZ server.
WARNING:
DMZ servers pose a security risk. A computer designated as the
default DMZ server loses much of the protection of the firewall and
is exposed to exploits from the Internet. If compromised, the DMZ
server computer can be used to attack other computers on your
network.
The modem router usually detects and discards incoming traffic from the Internet that is not a
response to one of your local computers or a service that you configured on the Port
Forwarding/Port Triggering page. Instead of discarding this traffic, the modem router can
forward the traffic to one computer on your network. This computer is called the default DMZ
server.
To set up a default DMZ server:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.
The WAN Setup page displays.
5. Select the Default DMZ Server check box.
6. Type the IP address.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Change the Modem Router’s Device Name
The modem router’s device name is C6220. This device name displays in a file manager
when you browse your network.
To change the modem router’s device name:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
5. In the Device Name field, type a new name.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Change the LAN TCP/IP Settings
The modem router is preconfigured to use private IP addresses on the LAN side and to act as
a DHCP server. The modem router’s default LAN IP configuration is as follows:
•LAN IP address. 192.168.0.1
•Subnet mask. 255.255.255.0
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These addresses are part of the designated private address range for use in private networks
and are suitable for most applications. If your network requires a different IP addressing
scheme, you can change these settings
You might want to change these settings if you need a specific IP subnet that one or more
devices on the network use or if you use competing subnets with the same IP scheme.
To change the LAN TCP/IP settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
5. In the IP Address field, type the IP address.
6. In the IP Subnet Mask field type the subnet mask.
The IP address and subnet mask identify which addresses are local to a specific device
and which must be reached through a gateway or modem router.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
If you changed the LAN IP address of the modem router, you are disconnected when this
change takes effect.
To reconnect, close your browser, relaunch it, and log in to the modem router.
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Specify the IP Addresses That the Modem Router Assigns
By default, the modem router acts as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server.
The modem router assigns IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers
connected to the LAN. The assigned default gateway address is the LAN address of the
modem router.
These addresses must be part of the same IP address subnet as the modem router’s LAN IP
address. Using the default addressing scheme, define a range between 192.168.0.2 and
192.168.0.254, although you can save part of the range for devices with fixed addresses.
To specify the pool of IP addresses that the modem router assigns:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
5. Specify the range of IP addresses that the modem router assigns:
a. In the Starting IP Address field, type the lowest number in the range.
This IP address must be in the same subnet as the modem router.
b. In the Ending IP Address field, type the number at the end of the range of IP
addresses.
This IP address must be in the same subnet as the modem router.
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6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
The modem router delivers the following parameters to any LAN device that requests DHCP:
•An IP address from the range that you defined
•Subnet mask
•Gateway IP address (the modem router’s LAN IP address)
•DNS server IP address (the modem router’s LAN IP address)
Manage LAN IP Addresses
When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer on the LAN, that computer always
receives the same IP address each time it accesses the modem router’s DHCP server.
Assign reserved IP addresses to computers or servers that require permanent IP settings.
Reserve a LAN IP Address
To reserve an IP address:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
The LAN Setup page displays.
5. In the Address Reservation section, click the Add button.
6. In the IP Address field, type the IP address to assign to the computer or server.
Choose an IP address from the modem router’s LAN subnet, such as 192.168.0.x.
7. Type the MAC address of the computer or server.
Tip: If the computer is already on your network, you can copy its MAC
address from the Attached Devices page and paste it here.
8. Click the Apply button.
The reserved address is entered into the table.
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The reserved address is not assigned until the next time the computer contacts the modem
router’s DHCP server. Reboot the computer, or access its IP configuration and force a DHCP
release and renew.
Edit a Reserved Address Entry
To edit a reserved address entry:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
The LAN Setup page displays.
5. Select the radio button next to the reserved address.
6. Click the Edit button.
7. Change the settings.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Delete a Reserved Address Entry
To delete a reserved address entry:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
The LAN Setup page displays.
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5. Select the radio button next to the reserved address.
6. Click the Delete button.
The address is removed.
Use the WPS Wizard for WiFi Connections
The WPS Wizard helps you add a WiFi computer or device to your WiFi network without
typing the WiFi password.
To use the WPS Wizard:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > WPS Wizard.
A page displays that explains WPS.
5. Click the Next button.
The WPS page displays.
6. Select the radio button for the setup method that you want to use.
•Push button. Click the WPS button on this page.
•PIN Number. The page adjusts. Enter the client security PIN, and click the Next
button.
7. Within two minutes, go to the client device and use its WPS software to connect to the WiFi
network.
The WPS process automatically sets up your WiFi computer with the network password
when it connects. The modem router WPS page displays a confirmation message.
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Specify Basic WiFi Settings
The modem router comes with preset security. This means that the WiFi network name
(SSID), network key (password), and security option (encryption protocol) are preset in the
factory. You can find the preset SSID and password on the modem router label. The preset
SSID and password are uniquely generated for every device to maximize your WiFi security.
If you change your preset security settings, make a note of the new settings and store it in a
safe place where you can easily find it.
If you use a WiFi computer to change the WiFi network name (SSID) or other WiFi security
settings, you are disconnected when you click the Apply button. To avoid this problem, use a
computer with a wired connection to access the modem router.
To specify basic WiFi settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select Wireless.
5. From the Region menu, select your region.
In some locations, you cannot change this setting.
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6. To turn off the WiFi radios, scroll down and clear the Enable WiFi Gateway radio check
box.
If you clear this check box, you cannot use WiFi to connect to the modem router.
7. To control the SSID broadcast, select or clear the Enable SSID Broadcast check box.
When this check box is selected, the modem router broadcasts its network name (SSID)
so that the name displays when you scan for local WiFi networks on your WiFi-enabled
computer or mobile device.
8. To change the network name (SSID), type a new name in the Name (SSID) field.
The name can be up to 32 characters long and it is case-sensitive. The default SSID is
randomly generated and is on the modem router label. If you change the name, make
sure to write down the new name and keep it in a safe place.
9. To change the WiFi channel, select a number from the Channel menu.
In some regions, not all channels are available. Do not change the channel unless you
experience interference (shown by lost connections or slow data transfers). If this
happens, experiment with different channels to see which is the best.
When you use multiple access points, it is better if adjacent access points use different
channels to reduce interference. The recommended channel spacing between adjacent
access points is four channels (for example, use Channels 1 and 5, or 6 and 10).
10. To change the mode, select it from the Mode menu.
Up to 145 Mbps is the default setting, which allows 802.11n and 802.11g WiFi devices to
join the network. g & b supports up to 54 Mbps. The 300-Mbps setting allows 802.11n
devices to connect at this speed.
11. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
If you used a WiFi network connection and you changed the SSID, you are disconnected
from the network.
12. Make sure that you can use WiFi to connect to the network with its new settings.
If you cannot connect, check the following:
•Is your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device connected to another WiFi network in
your area? Some WiFi devices automatically connect to the first open network without
WiFi security that they discover.
•Is your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device trying to connect to your network with
its old settings (before you changed the settings)? If so, update the WiFi network
selection in your WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device to match the current
settings for your network.
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Change the WiFi Security Option
Your modem router comes with preset WPA2 or WPA security. The password that you enter to
connect to your network is unique to your modem router and is on the modem router label. We
recommend that you do not disable security.
To change the WPA settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select WiFi.
The Wireless Settings page displays.
5. Under Security Options, select a radio button for one of the following WPA options:
•WPA2-PSK [AES]
•WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES]
The WPA2 options use the newest standard for the strongest security, but some older
computers and WiFi devices cannot use WPA2. By default, the WPA-PSK [TKIP] +
WPA2-PSK [AES] radio button is selected so that new or old computers and WiFi
devices can connect to the WiFi network by using either WPA2 or WPA security.
The Passphrase field displays.
6. In the Passphrase field, enter the network key (password) that you want to use.
It is a text string from 8 to 63 characters.
7. Write down the new password and keep it in a secure place for future reference.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Set Up a WiFi Guest Network
A guest network allows visitors at your home to use the Internet without using your WiFi
security key. You can add a guest network to each WiFi network: 2.4 GHz b/g/n and
5.0 GHz a/n.
To set up a guest network:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select Guest Network.
5. Select any of the following WiFi settings:
•Enable Guest Network. When this check box is selected, the guest network is
enabled, and guests can connect to your network using the SSID of this profile.
•Enable SSID Broadcast. If this check box is selected, the WiFi modem router
broadcasts its name (SSID) to all WiFi stations. Stations with no SSID can adopt the
correct SSID for connections to this modem router.
•Allow guest to see each other and access my local network. If this check box is
selected, anyone who connects to this SSID can access to your local network, not just
the Internet.
6. Give the guest network a name.
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The guest network name is case-sensitive and can be up to 32 characters. You then
manually configure the WiFi devices in your network to use the guest network name in
addition to the main SSID.
7. Select a security option.
The WPA2 options use the newest standard for the strongest security, but some older
computers and WiFi devices cannot use it. We recommend that you select the WPA-PSK
[TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES] radio button. This setting protects your WiFi network and lets
computers and WiFi devices connect to the WiFi network by using either WPA2 or WPA
security.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Control the WiFi Radios
The modem router internal WiFi radios broadcasts signals in the 2.4 GHz range and 5 GHz
range. By default, these radios are on so that you can use WiFi to connect to the modem
router. When the WiFi radios are off, you can still use an Ethernet cable for a LAN connection
to the modem router.
You can turn the WiFi radios on and off with the WiFi On/Off button on the modem router, or
you can log in to the modem router and enable or disable the WiFi radios. If you are close to
the modem router, it might be easier to press its WiFi On/Off button. If you are away from the
modem router or you already logged in, it might be easier to enable or disable the radios.
Use the WiFi On/Off Button
To turn the WiFi radios off and on with the WiFi On/Off button:
Press the WiFi On/Off button on the modem router for two seconds.
If you turned off the WiFi radios, the WiFi On/Off LED and the WPS LED turn off. If you
turned on the WiFi radios, the WiFi On/Off LED and the WPS LED light.
Enable or Disable the WiFi Radios
If you used the WiFi On/Off button to turn off the WiFi radios, you can’t log in to the modem
router to turn them back on. You must press the WiFi On/Off button again for two seconds to
turn the WiFi radios back on.
To enable or disable the WiFi radios:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
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3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings.
5. Select or clear the Enable WiFi Gateway Radio check box.
Clearing this check box turns off the WiFi feature of the modem router.
6. Click the Apply button.
If you turned off the WiFi radios, the WiFi On/Off LED and the WPS LED turn off. If you
turned on the WiFi radios, the WiFi On/Off LED and the WPS LED light.
Specify WPS Settings
Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you join the WiFi network without typing the WiFi
password.
To specify WPS settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
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4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings.
The Advanced Wireless Settings page displays.
The Router’s PIN field displays the PIN that you use on a registrar (for example, from the
Network Explorer on a Vista Windows computer) to configure the modem router’s WiFi
settings through WPS.
5. (Optional) Select or clear the Disable Router’s PIN check box.
The PIN function might temporarily be disabled when the modem router detects
suspicious attempts to break into the modem router’s WiFi settings by using the modem
router’s PIN through WPS. You can manually enable the PIN function by clearing the
Disable Router’s PIN check box.
6. (Optional) Select or clear the Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box.
By default, the Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box is selected. We recommend
that you leave this check box selected.
If you clear this check box, the next time a new WiFi client uses WPS to connect to the
modem router, the modem router WiFi settings change to an automatically generated
random SSID and security key.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Set Up a WiFi Access List
By default, any WiFi computer or device that is configured with the correct SSID is allowed
access to your WiFi network. For increased security, allow only specific WiFi computers and
devices to access the WiFi network based on their MAC addresses.
To set up WiFi access:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings.
The Advanced Wireless page displays.
5. Click the Set Up Access List button.
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The Wireless Card Access List page displays.
6. Select the Turn Access Control On check box.
7. Click the Set Up Access List button.
8. In the Network Profiles (2.4 GHz b/g/n) list, select the radio button for the SSID (WiFi
network) that you want to use the access list for.
9. Select the Turn Access Control On check box and select one of the following radio
buttons:
•Allow List. Allow computers and devices in the list to connect with WiFi.
•Deny List. Deny WiFi access to computers and devices in the list.
10. Click the Add button.
The page displays a list of available WiFi devices.
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11. To add a device from the Available Wireless Cards list, do the following:
a. Select the device.
b. Click the Add button.
The device displays in the Wireless Card Access list.
12. To add a computer or device that is not in the list, do the following:
a. Type a name in the Device Name field.
b. Type the MAC address in the MAC Address field.
The MAC address is found on the computer or device.
c. Click the Add button.
The device displays in the Wireless Card Access list.
13. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Dynamic DNS
If your Internet service provider (ISP) gave you a permanently assigned IP address, you can
register a domain name and link that name with your IP address using public Domain Name
Servers (DNS). However, if your Internet account uses a dynamically assigned IP address,
you do not know in advance what your IP address is, and the address can change frequently.
In this case, you can use a commercial Dynamic DNS service. This type of service lets you
register your domain to their IP address and forwards traffic directed at your domain to your
frequently changing IP address.
If your ISP assigns a private WAN IP address (such as 192.168.x.x or 10.x.x.x), the Dynamic
DNS service does not work because private addresses are not routed on the Internet.
Your modem router contains a client that can connect to the Dynamic DNS service that
DynDNS.org provided. First visit their website at www.dyns.com/dyn and obtain an account
and host name that you configure in the modem router. Then, whenever your ISP-assigned
IP address changes, your modem router automatically contacts the Dynamic DNS service
provider, logs in to your account, and registers your new IP address.
To set up Dynamic DNS:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
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The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Dynamic DNS.
5. Register for an account with one of the Dynamic DNS service providers whose URLs
display in the Service Provider list.
6. Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box.
7. Select the URL for your Dynamic DNS service provider.
8. Type the host name (or domain name) that your Dynamic DNS service provider gave you.
9. Type the user name for your Dynamic DNS account.
This name is the name that you use to log in to your account, not your host name.
10. Type the password (or key) for your Dynamic DNS account.
11. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Improve Network Connections With Universal
Plug-N-Play
Universal Plug-N-Play (UPnP) helps devices, such as Internet appliances and computers,
access the network and connect to other devices as needed. UPnP devices can
automatically discover the services from other registered UPnP devices on the network.
If you use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer connections, or real-time
communications such as instant messaging or remote assistance (a feature in Windows XP),
enable UPnP
.
To enable Universal Plug-N-Play:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
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A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > UPnP.
5. Select the Turn UPnP On check box.
By default, this check box is selected. If the Turn UPnP On check box is cleared, the
modem router does not allow any device to automatically control router resources, such
as port forwarding.
6. Type the advertisement period in minutes.
The advertisement period specifies how often the modem router broadcasts its UPnP
information. This value can range from 1 to 1440 minutes. The default period is 30
minutes. Shorter durations ensure that control points use the current device status at the
expense of more network traffic. Longer durations can compromise the freshness of the
device status, but can significantly reduce network traffic.
7. Type the advertisement time to live in hops.
The time to live for the advertisement is measured in hops (steps) for each UPnP packet
sent. Hops are the steps a packet takes between routers. The number of hops can range
from 1 to 255. The default value for the advertisement time to live is 4 hops, which should
be fine for most home networks. If you notice that some devices are not being updated or
reached correctly, it might be necessary to increase this value.
8. Click the Apply button.
The UPnP Portmap Table displays the IP address of each UPnP device that is accessing
the modem router and which ports (internal and external) that device opened. The UPnP
Portmap Table also displays what type of port is open and whether that port is still active
for each IP address.
9. To refresh the information in the UPnP Portmap Table, click the Refresh button.
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7. Manage Your Network
This chapter describes the modem router settings for administering and maintaining your
modem router and home network.
This chapter includes the following sections:
•View Modem Router Status
•Reboot the Modem Router
•Change the Router Mode
•View and Manage Logs of Modem Router Activity
•Manage the Modem Router Configuration File
•Change the admin Password
•View Event Logs
•Run the Ping Utility
•View WiFi Access Points in Your Area
•View or Change the Modem Router WiFi Channel
•Remote Management
•Control the LED Settings
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View Modem Router Status
To view modem router status and usage information:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED.
Scroll to view more
View Cable Information
To view modem router cable information:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
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The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED.
The ADVANCED Home page displays.
The Cable Information pane displays the following information:
•Hardware Version. The modem router model.
•Firmware Version. The version of the modem router firmware. It changes if you
upgrade the modem router firmware.
•Cable Modem Serial Number. The serial number of the cable modem.
•CM Certificate. The status of the cable modem certificate. If Not installed displays as
the status, contact your Internet service provider.
•CM MAC. The MAC address of the cable modem.
•LAN Port. The MAC address of LAN port 1. The following information also displays:
-MAC Address. The Media Access Control address. This address is the unique
physical address that the Ethernet (LAN) port of the modem router uses.
-IP Address. The IP address that the Ethernet (LAN) port of the modem router
uses. The default is 192.168.0.1.
-DHCP Server. Identifies whether the built-in DHCP server of the modem router is
active for the LAN-attached devices.
For information about using the Reboot button, see Reboot the Modem Router on page 71.
View Internet Port Information
To view modem router Internet port information:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED.
The ADVANCED Home page displays.
The Internet Port pane displays these WAN Internet port settings:
•MAC Address. The MAC address of the WAN Internet port.
•IP Address/Mask. The IP address of the WAN Internet port.
•Connection. The type of WAN Internet port connection.
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•Default Gateway. The IP address of the default gateway.
•Domain Name Server. The IP address of the Domain Name Server.
View WiFi Settings
To view WiFi settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED.
The ADVANCED Home page displays.
The WiFi Settings (2.4 GHz) and WiFi Settings (5 GHz) panes display the following
information:
•Name (SSID). The WiFi network name (SSID) that the modem router uses.
•Region. The geographic region where the modem router is being used. It is illegal to
use the WiFi features of the modem router in some parts of the world.
•Channel. The operating channel of the WiFi port being used.
•Mode. The WiFi communication mode settings for 2.4 GHz are Up to 54 Mbps, 145
Mbps (the default), and 300 Mbps, and for 5 GHz Up to 173 Mbps, 400 Mbps, and
867 Mbps (the default).
•WiFi AP. Indicates whether the modem router WiFi radios are on or off. If the WiFi
radios are turned off, the WiFi On/Off LED on the front panel is off.
•Broadcast Name. Indicates whether the modem router is broadcasting its SSID.
•WiFi Isolation. Indicates if WiFi isolation is enabled. When WiFi isolation is enabled,
WiFi clients can connect to the Internet, but cannot access each other or access
Ethernet devices on the network.
•Wi-Fi Protected Setup. Indicates whether Wi-Fi Protected Setup is configured for
this network.
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Reboot the Modem Router
Rebooting the modem router disconnects all computers and mobile devices from the modem
router’s network.
To reboot the modem router:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED.
5. In the Cable Information pane, click the Reboot button.
A confirmation message displays.
6. Click the OK button.
The modem router reboots.
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Change the Router Mode
By default, the modem router is in router mode. This means that it works both as a modem
and as a router. You can share the Internet connection without using another router or
gateway. If you want to connect a gateway or router to the modem router, you must log in to
the modem router and change its Router Mode setting.
To change the router mode:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Router Mode.
5. Select one of the radio buttons:
•Yes. This is the default setting. The modem router performs router functions such as
Network Address Translation (NAT).
•No. With this setting, the modem router works as a bridge and obtains IP addresses
from the Internet service provider.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
View and Manage Logs of Modem Router Activity
The log is a detailed record of website access and router activity. Up to 256 entries are stored
in the log. Log entries display only when keyword blocking is enabled. No log entries are
made for the trusted LAN client.
To view and manage logs:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
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2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Logs.
The Logs page shows the following information:
•Description. The action that occurred.
•Count. The number of occurrences.
•Last Occurrence. The date and time the log entry was recorded.
•Target. The name or IP address of the website or news group visited or to which
access was attempted.
•Source. The source IP address of the initiating device for this log entry.
5. To customize the log, clear or select the check boxes at the bottom of the page.
6. To save your changes, click the Apply button.
7. To refresh the log screen, click the Refresh button.
8. To clear the log entries, click the Clear Log button.
9. To send the log immediately, click the Send Log button.
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Manage the Modem Router Configuration File
The configuration settings of the modem router are stored within the modem router in a
configuration file. You can back up (save) this file to your computer, restore it, or reset it to the
factory default settings.
Back Up Settings
To back up the modem router’s configuration settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Backup Settings.
5. Click the Back Up button.
6. When prompted, specify a location on your network.
A copy of the current settings is saved in the location you specified.
Restore Configuration Settings
To restore configuration settings that you backed up:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
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3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Backup Settings.
The Backup Settings page displays.
5. Click the Browse button to find and select the .cfg file.
6. Click the Restore button.
The file is uploaded to the modem router and the modem router reboots.
WARNING:
Do not interrupt the reboot process.
Erase the Current Configuration Settings
You can erase the current configuration and restore the factory default settings. You might
want to do this if you move the modem router to a different network. (For more information,
see Factory Default Settings on page 101.)
To erase the configuration settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Backup Settings.
The Backup Settings page displays.
5. Click the Erase button.
The factory default settings are restored. The user name is admin, the password is password,
and the LAN IP address is 192.168.0.1. DHCP is enabled.
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Change the admin Password
You can the default password that is used to log in to the modem router with the user name
admin. This password is not the one that you use for WiFi access. The label on your modem
router shows your unique WiFi network name (SSID) and password for WiFi access.
Note: Be sure to change the modem router login password to a secure
password. The ideal password contains no dictionary words from any
language and contains uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers,
and symbols. It can be up to 30 characters.
To set the password for the user name admin:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Set Password.
5. Type the old password.
6. Type the new password in the Set Password field.
7. Type the new password in the Repeat New Password field.
8. Select security questions and enter the answers.
9. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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View Event Logs
Event logs capture important modem router events.
To view the event logs:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Event Log.
The Event Log page shows the following information:
•Time. The time the event log entry was recorded.
•Priority. The severity of this event.
•Description. A description of this event.
5. To refresh the log screen, click the Refresh button.
6. To clear the log entries, click the Clear Log button.
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Run the Ping Utility
Ping is an administration utility that tests whether a computer on the network is reachable and
measures the time it takes messages sent from the originating device to reach a destination
computer and return.
To run a ping test:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Diagnostics.
In the Utility field, Ping is selected by default.
5. Specify the following parameters for the ping utility:
•Target. The IP address of the ping target computer.
•Ping Size. The size (in bytes) of the ping packet.
•No. of Pings. The number of times to ping the target computer.
•Ping Interval. The time between pings.
6. Click the Start Test button.
The ping results display.
7. To stop a ping test, click the Abort Test button.
8. To clear the results from the display, click the Clear Results button.
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Run the Traceroute Utility
To display the route and measure transit delays of packets across an IP, run the traceroute
utility.
To run a traceroute test:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Diagnostics.
The Diagnostics page displays.
5. In the Utility field, select Traceroute.
6. Specify the following parameters for the traceroute utility:
•Target. The IP address or host name of the computer that you are tracing.
•Max Hops. The maximum number of hops to allow when tracing the route.
•Data Size. The input the size (in bytes) of the packet.
•Base Port. The port number to send the packet to.
•Resolve Host. Select On to resolve the host name to the IP address.
7. Click the Start Test button.
The traceroute results display.
8. To clear the results from the display, click the Clear Results button.
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View WiFi Access Points in Your Area
You can view WiFi networks, or access points, in your area and select and join a WiFi
network.
To view WiFi access points (APs):
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Wireless AP.
On this page, you can view and select WiFi access points in use in your area.
View or Change the Modem Router WiFi Channel
To view or change your WiFi channel:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
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3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Wireless Channel.
The page displays WiFi channels in use in the 2.4 GHz WiFi band. Your network is shown
in blue. Yellow shows other networks in your area. Laws or guidelines in many countries
and geographic locations specify which channels can be used. Depending on your
location, some channels might not be available.
If many WiFi networks at your location use the same channel as your WiFi network, you
might experience interference. You can change the channel to avoid the interference.
5. To change the WiFi channel, click the Change Channel button.
The Wireless Settings page displays.
6. From the Channel menu, select a different channel setting.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Remote Management
The remote management feature lets you access your modem router over the Internet to
view or change its settings.
Note: Be sure to change the modem router login password to a secure
password. The ideal password contains no dictionary words from any
language and contains uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers,
and symbols. It can be up to 30 characters. See Change the admin
Password on page 76.
Set Up Remote Management
To set up remote management:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Remote Management.
5. Select the Turn Remote Management On check box.
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6. Under Allow Remote Access By, specify the external IP addresses to be allowed to access
the modem router’s remote management.
For enhanced security, restrict access to as few external IP addresses as practical.
Select one of the following:
•To allow access from a single IP address on the Internet, select the Only This
Computer radio button. Enter the IP address that will be allowed access.
•To allow access from a range of IP addresses on the Internet, select the IP Address
Range radio button. Enter a beginning and ending IP address.
•To allow access from any IP address on the Internet, select the Everyone radio
button.
7. Specify the port number for accessing the modem router’s web pages.
Normal web browser access uses the standard HTTP service port 80. For greater
security, enter a custom port number for accessing the modem router’s web pages
remotely. Choose a number from 1024 to 65535, but do not use the number of any
common service port. The default is 8080, which is a common alternate for HTTP.
8. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Use Remote Access
To use remote access:
1. Launch a web browser on a computer that is not on your home network.
2. Type your modem router’s WAN IP address into your browser’s address or location field
followed by a colon (:) and the custom port number.
For example, if your external address is 134.177.0.123 and you use port number 8080,
enter http://134.177.0.123:8080 in your browser.
Control the LED Settings
You can enable or disable LED blinking when data traffic is detected, and you can turn off all
LEDs except the Power LED.
To control the LED settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
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The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > LED Control Settings.
5. Select a radio button.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Set Up Port Forwarding to a Local Server
If your home network includes a server, you can allow certain types of incoming traffic to
reach the server. For example, you might want to make a local web server, FTP server, or
game server visible and available to the Internet.
The modem router can forward incoming traffic with specific protocols to computers on your
local network. You can specify the servers for applications and you can also specify a default
DMZ server to which the modem router forwards all other incoming protocols.
To forward specific incoming protocols:
1. Decide which type of service, application, or game you want to provide.
2. Find the local IP address of the computer on your network that will provide the service.
The server computer must always use the same IP address. To specify this setting, use
the reserved IP address feature. See Manage LAN IP Addresses on page 53.
3. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is connected to
the network.
4. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
5. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
6. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
7. Leave the Port Forwarding radio button selected as the service type.
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8. From the Service Name menu, select the service name.
If the service that you want to add is not in the list, create a custom service. See Add a
Custom Port Forwarding Service on page 87.
9. In the Server IP Address field, enter the IP address of the computer that will provide the
service.
10. Click the Add button.
The service displays in the list.
Add a Custom Port Forwarding Service
To add a custom service:
1. Find out which port number or range of numbers the application uses.
You can usually find this information by contacting the publisher of the application or user
groups or news groups.
2. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is connected to
the network.
3. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
4. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
5. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page displays.
6. Leave the Port Forwarding radio button selected as the service type.
7. Click the Add Custom Service button.
8. In the Service Name field, enter a descriptive name.
9. In the Service Type menu, select the protocol.
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If you are unsure, select TCP/UDP.
10. In the External Starting Port field, enter the beginning port number.
If the application uses a single port, enter the same port number in the Ending Port field.
If the application uses a range of ports, enter the ending port number of the range in the
External Ending Port field.
11. To specify the internal starting and ending ports, do one of the following:
•Type the port numbers in the Internal Starting Port and Internal Ending Port fields.
•Select the Use the same port range for Internal ports check box.
12. Type the IP address in the Internal IP address field or select the radio button for an
attached device listed in the table.
13. Click the Apply button.
The service is now in the list on the Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page.
Edit a Port Forwarding Service
To edit a port forwarding entry:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page displays.
5. Leave the Port Forwarding radio button selected as the service type.
6. In the table, select the radio button next to the service name.
7. Click the Edit Service button.
The Ports - Custom Services page displays.
8. Specify changes to the settings.
9. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
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Delete a Port Forwarding Entry
To delete a port forwarding entry:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page displays.
5. Select the Port Forwarding radio button as the service type.
6. In the table, select the radio button next to the service name.
7. Click the Delete Service button.
The service is deleted.
Application Example: Make a Local Web Server Public
If you host a web server on your local network, you can use port forwarding to allow web
requests from anyone on the Internet to reach your web server.
To make a local web server public:
1. Assign your web server either a fixed IP address or a dynamic IP address using DHCP
address reservation.
In this example, your modem router always gives your web server an IP address of
192.168.0.33.
2. On the Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page, configure the modem router to forward the
HTTP service to the local address of your web server at 192.168.0.33.
HTTP (port 80) is the standard protocol for web servers.
3. (Optional) Register a host name with a Dynamic DNS service, and specify that name on the
Dynamic DNS page of the modem router.
For more information, see Dynamic DNS on page 64.
Dynamic DNS makes it much easier to access a server from the Internet because you
can type the name in the Internet browser. Otherwise, you must know the IP address that
the ISP assigned, which typically changes.
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How the Modem Router Implements the Port Forwarding Rule
The following sequence shows the effects of a port forwarding rule:
1. When you type the URL www.example.com in your browser, the browser sends a web
page request message with the following destination information:
•Destination address. The IP address of www.example.com, which is the address of
your modem router.
•Destination port number. 80, which is the standard port number for a web server
process.
2. Your modem router receives the message and finds your port forwarding rule for incoming
port 80 traffic.
3. The modem router changes the destination in the message to IP address 192.168.0.123
and sends the message to that computer.
4. Your web server at IP address 192.168.0.123 receives the request and sends a reply
message to your modem router.
5. Your modem router performs Network Address Translation (NAT) on the source IP address,
and sends the reply through the Internet to the WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that
sent the web page request.
Set Up Port Triggering
Port triggering is a dynamic extension of port forwarding that is useful in these cases:
•An application uses port forwarding to more than one local computer (but not
simultaneously).
•An application opens incoming ports that are different from the outgoing port.
With port triggering, the modem router monitors traffic to the Internet from an outbound
“trigger” port that you specify. For outbound traffic from that port, the modem router saves the
IP address of the computer that sent the traffic. The modem router temporarily opens the
incoming port or ports that you specify in your rule and forwards that incoming traffic to that
destination.
Port forwarding creates a static mapping of a port number or range of ports to a single local
computer. Port triggering can dynamically open ports to any computer when needed and
close the ports when they are no longer needed.
Note: If you use applications such as multiplayer gaming, peer-to-peer
connections, real-time communications such as instant messaging, or
remote assistance (a feature in Windows XP), enable Universal
Plug-N-Play (UPnP). See Improve Network Connections With
Universal Plug-N-Play on page 65.
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Add a Port Triggering Service
To add a port triggering service:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page displays.
5. Select the Port Triggering radio button.
6. Click the Add Service button.
7. In the Service Name field, type a descriptive service name.
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8. In the Service User menu, select a user option:
•Any (the default) allows any computer on the Internet to use this service.
•Single address restricts the service to a particular computer.
9. Select the service type, either TCP or UDP or TCP/UDP (both).
If you are not sure, select TCP/UDP.
10. In the Triggering Port field, enter the number of the outbound traffic port that will open the
inbound ports.
11. In the Connection Type, Starting Port, and Ending Port fields, enter the inbound port.
12. Click the Apply button.
The service is now in the Portmap Table. You must enable port triggering before the
modem router uses port triggering for the service that you added. For information about
port triggering, see Specify When to Use Port Triggering on page 92.
Specify When to Use Port Triggering
To specify when to use port triggering:
1. Launch a web browser from a WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device that is
connected to the network.
2. Type http://routerlogin.net or http://192.168.0.1.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding/Port Triggering.
The Port Forwarding/Port Triggering page displays.
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5. Select the Port Triggering radio button.
6. Select a radio button to specify when you want to use port triggering:
•Never. The modem router does not use port triggering even if you specified port
triggering settings.
•Always. Always use port triggering.
7. In the Port Triggering Timeout field, enter a value up to 9999 minutes.
This value controls how long the inbound ports stay open when the modem router detects
no activity. This value is required because the modem router cannot detect when the
application terminates.
Application Example: Port Triggering for Internet Relay Chat
Some application servers, such as FTP and IRC servers, send replies to multiple port
numbers. Using port triggering, you can tell the modem router to open more incoming ports
when a particular outgoing port starts a session.
An example is Internet Relay Chat (IRC). Your computer connects to an IRC server at
destination port 6667. The IRC server not only responds to your originating source port, but
also sends an “identify” message to your computer on port 113. Using port triggering, you can
tell the modem router, “When you initiate a session with destination port 6667, you must also
allow incoming traffic on port 113 to reach the originating computer.” The following sequence
shows the effects of this port triggering rule:
1. You open an IRC client program to start a chat session on your computer.
2. Your IRC client composes a request message to an IRC server using a destination port
number of 6667, the standard port number for an IRC server process. Your computer then
sends this request message to your modem router.
3. Your modem router creates an entry in its internal session table describing this
communication session between your computer and the IRC server. Your modem router
stores the original information, performs Network Address Translation (NAT) on the source
address and port, and sends this request message through the Internet to the IRC server.
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4. Noting your port triggering rule and observing the destination port number of 6667, your
modem router creates another session entry to send any incoming port 113 traffic to your
computer.
5. The IRC server sends a return message to your modem router using the NAT-assigned
source port (for example, port 33333) as the destination port. The IRC server also sends an
“identify” message to your modem router with destination port 113.
6. When your modem router receives the incoming message to destination port 33333, it
checks its session table to see if a session is active for port number 33333. Finding an active
session, the modem router restores the original address information replaced by NAT and
sends this reply message to your computer.
7. When your modem router receives the incoming message to destination port 113, it checks
its session table and finds an active session for port 113 associated with your computer. The
modem router replaces the message’s destination IP address with your computer’s IP
address and forwards the message to your computer.
8. When you finish a chat session, your modem router eventually senses a period of inactivity
in the communications. The modem router then removes the session information from its
session table, and incoming traffic is no longer accepted on port numbers 33333 or 113.
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9. Troubleshooting
This chapter gives information about troubleshooting your modem router.
The chapter includes the following sections:
•Use LEDs to Troubleshoot
•Cannot Log In to the Modem Router
•Troubleshoot the ISP Connection
•Troubleshoot a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
Tip: NETGEAR provides helpful articles, documentation, and the latest
software updates at support.netgear.com.
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Use LEDs to Troubleshoot
The following table provides help when using the LEDs for troubleshooting.
Table 3. LED troubleshooting
LED Behavior Action
All LEDs are off when the modem
router is plugged in.
• Make sure that the power cord is properly connected to your
modem router and that the power adapter is properly connected to
a functioning power outlet.
• Check to see that you are using the 12 VDC power adapter from
NETGEAR for this product.
• If the error persists, a hardware problem is occurring. Contact
technical support.
Only the Power LED is lit • This is normal if the LED On/Off switch is Off or LED Control page
setting is disabled.
• Change the LED On/Off switch to On or on the LED Control page,
select Enable to turn on the other LEDs.
All LEDs stay lit. • Clear the configuration of the modem router to its factory defaults.
This operation sets the IP address of the modem router to
192.168.0.1. See Factory Default Settings on page 101.
• If the error persists, there is a hardware problem. Contact technical
support.
LAN LED is off for a port with an
Ethernet connection.
• Make sure that the Ethernet cable connections are secure at the
modem router and at the hub or computer.
• Make sure that power is turned on to the connected hub or
computer.
• Be sure that you are using the correct cable.
Internet LED is off and the modem
router is connected to the cable
television cable.
• Make sure that the coaxial cable connections are secure at the
modem router and at the wall jack.
• Make sure that your cable service provider provisioned your cable
Internet service. Your provider can verify that the signal quality is
good enough for modem router service.
• Remove any excessive splitters from your cable line. Run the cable
back to the point where the cable enters your home.
Cannot Log In to the Modem Router
If you cannot access the modem router from a computer on your local network, check the
following:
•If you are using a WiFi connection, check to make sure that your computer or mobile
device is connected to the correct WiFi network.
•If your computer is connected to the modem router wtih an Ethernet cable, check the
connection.
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•Make sure that your computer’s IP address is on the same subnet as the modem router.
If you are using the recommended addressing scheme, the address of your computer is
in the range of 192.168.0.02 to 192.168.0.254.
Note: If the IP address of your computer is shown as 169.254.x.x:
Recent versions of Windows and Mac OS generate and assign an IP
address when the computer cannot reach a DHCP server. These
autogenerated addresses are in the range of 169.254.x.x. If your IP
address is in this range, check the connection from the computer to
the modem router and reboot your computer.
•If the IP address of your modem router changed and you do not know its current IP
address, clear the configuration of the modem router to its factory defaults. This sets the
IP address of the modem router to 192.168.0.1. For more information, see Factory
Default Settings on page 101.
•Make sure Java, JavaScript, or ActiveX is enabled on your browser. If you are using
Internet Explorer, click the Refresh button to make sure that the Java applet is loaded.
•Try quitting the browser and launching it again.
•Make sure that you are using the correct login information. The modem router user name
admin is lowercase (Caps Lock is off). The default password is password.
If the modem router does not save changes that you made, do the following:
•When entering settings, make sure to click the Apply button before moving to another
page, or your changes are lost.
•Click the Refresh or Reload button in the web browser. The changes might be saved, but
the web browser might be caching the old configuration.
Troubleshoot the ISP Connection
When your modem router cannot access the Internet and your Internet LED is on, register
the cable MAC address or device MAC address of your modem router with your cable service
provider.
Additionally, the modem router might not be specified as the TCP/IP gateway for your
computer. If your computer obtains its information from the modem router by DHCP, reboot
the computer and verify the gateway address.
Troubleshoot a TCP/IP Network Using a Ping Utility
Most TCP/IP terminal devices and routers contain a ping utility that sends an echo request
packet to the designated device. The device then responds with an echo reply. You can
easily troubleshoot a TCP/IP network by using the ping utility in your computer or
workstation.
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Use PIng to Test the LAN Path to Your Gateway
You can use ping to verify that the LAN path to your modem router is set up correctly.
To ping the modem router from a computer:
1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run.
2. In the field that is provided, type ping and then the IP address of the modem router, as in
this example:
ping 192.168.0.1
3. Click OK.
You see a message like the following:
Pinging <IP address> with 32 bytes of data
If the path is working, you see this message:
Reply from < IP address >: bytes=32 time=NN ms TTL=xxx
If the path is not working, you see this message:
Request timed out
If the path is not working correctly, you might be experiencing one of the following
problems:
•Wrong physical connections.
-Make sure that the LAN LED is lit. For more information, see Use LEDs to
Troubleshoot on page 96.
-Make sure that the corresponding link LEDs are on for your network interface card
and the hub ports (if any) that are connected to your workstation and modem
router.
•Wrong network configuration.
-Verify that the Ethernet card driver software and TCP/IP software are both
installed and configured on your computer or workstation.
-Verify that the IP address for your modem router and your workstation are correct
and that the addresses are on the same subnet.
Use Ping to Test the Path From a Windows Computer to a
Remote Device
After verifying that the LAN path works correctly, test the path from the Windows computer to
a remote device.
To test the path from a Windows PC to a remote device:
1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run.
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2. In the field that is provided, type ping and then the IP address of the remote device such as
the DNS server of your ISP.
If the path is working, you see this message:
Reply from < IP address >: bytes=32 time=NN ms TTL=xxx
3. If you do not receive this reply, do the following:
•Make sure that the Internet LED is lit.
•If your ISP assigned a host name to your computer, enter that host name as the
account name on the Internet Setup page.
•Make sure that the IP address of your modem router is listed on your computer as the
default gateway. If DHCP assigns the IP configuration of your computer, this
information is not visible in the Network Control Panel of your computer. Verify that
the IP address of the modem router is listed as the default gateway.
•Make sure that the network address of your computer (the portion of the IP address
specified by the netmask) is different from the network address of the remote device.
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Factory Default Settings
You can return the modem router to its factory default settings.
To restore the factory default settings:
1. Locate the Reset button on the rear panel of the modem router.
2. Use a paperclip or sharp object to press and hold the Reset button for over seven seconds.
Reset button
The modem router resets and returns to the factory settings shown in the following table.
Table 4. Factory Settings
Feature Default Setting
Gateway login User login URL http://192.168.0.1
User name and password
(case-sensitive)
admin / password
Local network
(LAN)
LAN IP 192.168.0.1
Subnet mask 255.255.255.0
DHCP server Enabled
DHCP starting IP address 192.168.0.2
DHCP ending IP address 192.168.0.254
Firewall Inbound communication from the
Internet
Disabled (except traffic on port 80, the HTTP port)
Outbound communication to the
Internet
Enabled (all)
Source MAC filtering Disabled
Internet
connection
WAN MAC address Use default hardware address
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WiFi WiFi communication Enabled
SSID name As shown on the product label
Security WPA-PSK [TKIP] + WPA2-PSK [AES]. The default
WPA/WPA2 passphrase is on the modem router
label.
Broadcast SSID Enabled
Transmission speed Auto1
Country/region United States in the US. Otherwise, varies by region
RF channel Auto
Operating mode ac, a, n, g, and b
Data rate Best
Output power Full
Access point Enabled
Authentication type Open System
Wireless Card Access list All WiFi stations allowed
1. Maximum WiFi signal rate derived from IEEE Standard 802.11 specifications. Actual throughput will vary.
Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, building materials and
construction, and network overhead, may lower actual data throughput rate.
Table 4. Factory Settings (continued)
Feature Default Setting
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Technical Specifications
The following table describes the technical specifications for the modem router.
Table 5. Technical specifications
Feature Description
Network protocol and
standards compatibility
Data and routing protocols: TCP/IP, DHCP server and client, DNS relay, NAT
(many-to-one), and TFTP client
Power adapter • North America: 120V, 60 Hz, input
• All regions (output): 12 VDC @ 2.5A output 30W maximum
Physical specifications • Dimensions: 9.25 x 6.1 x 2.25 in. (235 x 155 x 57 mm)
• Weight: 0.95 lb (0.44 kg)
Environmental • Operating temperature: 32° to 113°F (0° to 45°C)
• Operating humidity: 90% maximum relative humidity, noncondensing
• Electromagnetic emissions: Meets requirements of: FCC Part 15 Class B.
Interface Local: 10BASE-T, 100/1000BASE-Tx, RJ-45
802.11ac/a/n/g/b
Internet: DOCSIS 3.0. Downward compatible with DOCSIS 2.0, 1.1 and 1.0