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Page 1 - 802.11ac Dual Band

350 East Plumeria DriveSan Jose, CA 95134USAJune 2012202-11030-01v1.0R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitUser Manual

Page 2 - Statement of Conditions

Table 1. Front panel LED descriptions LED DescriptionPower• Solid amber. The router is starting up.• Blinking amber. The firmware is upgrading, or

Page 3 - Contents

Advanced Settings100R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit  To set up a static route:1. Select Advanced > Advanced Setup > Static Routes

Page 4 - Chapter 8 Administration

Advanced Settings101 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitRemote ManagementThe remote management feature lets you upgrade or check the status o

Page 5 - Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Advanced Settings102R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Normal web browser access uses the standard HTTP service port 80. For greater securit

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Advanced Settings103 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitTurn UPnP On. UPnP can be enabled or disabled for automatic device configuration. The

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Advanced Settings104R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 2. Select the IPv6 connection type from the list. Your Internet service provider (IS

Page 8 - Position Your Router

Advanced Settings105 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit5. Set the Traffic Counter to begin at a specific time and date.6. Set up Traffic C

Page 9 - Hardware Features

1061010. TroubleshootingThis chapter provides information to help you diagnose and solve problems you might have with your router. If you do not fin

Page 10 - Back Panel

Troubleshooting107 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitQuick TipsThis section describes tips for troubleshooting some common problemsSequence

Page 11 - Hardware Setup

Troubleshooting108R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Troubleshooting with the LEDsAfter you turn on power to the router, the following seque

Page 12 - Connecting to the router

Troubleshooting109 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitLEDs Never Turn OffWhen the router is turned on, the LEDs turn on for about 10 seconds

Page 13 - Types of Logins and Access

Hardware Setup11 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitSee Factory Settings on page 116 for information about restoring factory settings. Label

Page 14 - NETGEAR Genie Setup

Troubleshooting110R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Cannot Log In to the RouterIf you are unable to log in to the router from a computer on

Page 15 - Upgrade Router Firmware

Troubleshooting111 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit4. Check that an IP address is shown for the Internet port. If 0.0.0.0 is shown, your

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Troubleshooting112R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Troubleshooting PPPoEIf you are using PPPoE, try troubleshooting your Internet connecti

Page 17 - Manual Method

Troubleshooting113 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitChanges Not SavedIf the router does not save the changes you make in the router interfa

Page 18 - Genie Basic Settings

Troubleshooting114R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • Use the Reset button on the back of the router. See Factory Settings on page 116

Page 19 - Internet Setup

Troubleshooting115 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitVerify that the IP address for your router and your computer are correct and that the a

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116AA. Supplemental InformationThis appendix provides factory default settings and technical specifications for the R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual

Page 21 - Attached Devices

Supplemental Information117R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitLocal network (LAN) continuedDHCP starting IP address 192.168.1.2DHCP ending IP

Page 22 - Parental Controls

Supplemental Information118R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitTechnical SpecificationsTable 5. R6300 Router specifications Feature Descript

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Supplemental Information119R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitOperating frequency range2.4 GHz2.412–2.462 GHz (US) 2.412–2.472 GHz (Japan) 2.

Page 24 - ReadySHARE USB Storage

1222. Getting Started with NETGEAR GenieConnecting to the routerThis chapter explains how to use NETGEAR genie to set up your router after you compl

Page 25 - Basic Wireless Settings

120BB. Notification of ComplianceNETGEAR Dual Band - WirelessRegulatory Compliance InformationThis section includes user requirements for operating

Page 26 - Wireless Network

Notification of Compliance121 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitEspañol [Spanish]Por medio de la presente NETGEAR Inc. declara que el Radiol

Page 27 - Security Options Settings

Notification of Compliance122R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intende

Page 28 - Guest Networks

Notification of Compliance123 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit• For product available in the USA market, only channel 1~11 can be operated

Page 29 - WPA Encryption

Notification of Compliance124R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Interference Reduction TableThe table below shows the Recommended Minimum Di

Page 30 - Genie Advanced Home

125IndexAaccessremote 101viewing logs 77access points 85accessing remote computer 89addingcustom service 93priority rules 41address reservation 39adve

Page 31 - Setup Wizard

126R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitFfactory default settings, restoring 79, 113factory settingslist of 116resetting 11file sharing 46firmw

Page 32 - WPS Wizard

127R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitPpackets, fragmented 35Parental Controls 22passphraseschanging 27product label 11password recovery, adm

Page 33 - Setup Menu

128R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabitunmounting a USB drive 51USB devices, approved 52user-defined services 67Vviewinglogs 77router status 7

Page 34 - WAN Setup

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie13 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitRouter Setup PreparationYou can set up your router with the NETGEAR G

Page 35 - Change the MTU Size

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie14R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit NETGEAR Genie SetupNETGEAR Genie runs on any device with a web browse

Page 36 -  To change the MTU size:

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie15 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitUse NETGEAR Genie after InstallationWhen you first set up your router

Page 37 - LAN Setup

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie16R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Router Dashboard (Basic Home Screen)The router Basic Home screen has

Page 38 - LAN Setup Screen Settings

Getting Started with NETGEAR Genie17 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitAdd Wireless Devices or Computers to Your NetworkChoose either the ma

Page 39 - Address Reservation

1833. Genie Basic SettingsYour Internet connection and networkThis chapter explains the features available from the Genie Basic Home screen, shown i

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Genie Basic Settings19 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitInternet SetupThe Internet Setup screen is where you view or change ISP information

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2R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit ©2012 NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, tr

Page 42 - QoS for a Router LAN Port

Genie Basic Settings20R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • Login. The login name provided by your ISP. This is often an email address.•

Page 43 - QoS for a MAC Address

Genie Basic Settings21 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitAttached DevicesYou can view all computers or devices that are currently connected

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Genie Basic Settings22R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Parental ControlsThe first time you select Parental Controls from the Basic Home sc

Page 45 - USB Storage

Genie Basic Settings23 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit4. Click Next, read the note, and click Next again to proceed.Because Live Parenta

Page 46 - File-Sharing Scenarios

Genie Basic Settings24R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 6. Select the radio button for the filtering level that you want and click Next.7.

Page 47 - Sharing Photos

Genie Basic Settings25 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitIf Not Shared is shown, the default share has been deleted, and no other share for

Page 48 - Basic Settings

Genie Basic Settings26R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 1. On the Basic Home screen, select Wireless to display the Wireless Settings scre

Page 49 - Add or Edit a Network Folder

Genie Basic Settings27 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitEnable SSID Broadcast. This setting allows the router to broadcast its SSID so wire

Page 50 - USB Storage Advanced Settings

Genie Basic Settings28R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Guest NetworksAdding a guest network allows visitors at your home to use the Intern

Page 51 - Safely Remove a USB Drive

Genie Basic Settings29 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitGuest Network Wireless Security OptionsA security option is the type of security pr

Page 52 - Specify Approved USB Devices

3ContentsChapter 1 Hardware SetupUnpack Your Router. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Position You

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3044. Genie Advanced HomeSpecifying custom settingsThis chapter explains the features available from the Genie Advanced Home screen, shown in the fo

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Genie Advanced Home31 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitSetup WizardThe NETGEAR Genie installation process is launched the first time you se

Page 55 - ReadySHARE Printer

Genie Advanced Home32R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WPS WizardThe WPS Wizard helps you add a WPS-capable client device (a wireless devic

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Genie Advanced Home33 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitWithin 2 minutes, go to the client device and use its WPS software to join the netwo

Page 57 - , select the language

Genie Advanced Home34R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit WAN SetupThe WAN Setup screen lets you configure a DMZ (demilitarized zone) server,

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Genie Advanced Home35 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabitapplications, or multimedia applications from functioning. Open NAT provides a much

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Genie Advanced Home36R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit - A secure website that will not open, or displays only part of a web page- Yahoo em

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Genie Advanced Home37 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitLAN SetupThe LAN Setup screen allows configuration of LAN IP services such as Dynami

Page 61 - USB Control Center Utility

Genie Advanced Home38R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit LAN Setup Screen SettingsLAN TCP/IP Setup• IP Address. The LAN IP address of the

Page 62 - USB Printer

Genie Advanced Home39 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitYou can specify the pool of IP addresses to be assigned by setting the starting IP a

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4R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitWAN Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Page 64 - Desktop NETGEAR Genie

Genie Advanced Home40R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Quality of Service (QoS) SetupQoS is an advanced feature that can be used to priorit

Page 65 - Security

Genie Advanced Home41 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitQoS for Applications and Online Gaming To create a QoS policy for applications and

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Genie Advanced Home42R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit a. If you add an entry, the Priority Rules screen expands as shown: b. In the QoS P

Page 67 -  To block services:

Genie Advanced Home43 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit4. From the Priority Category list, select Ethernet LAN Port, as shown in the follo

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Genie Advanced Home44R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 3. From the Priority Category list, select MAC Address to display the following scr

Page 69 - Schedule Blocking

4555. USB StorageAccessing and configuring a USB storage driveThis chapter describes how to access and configure a USB storage drive attached to you

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USB Storage46R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit USB Drive RequirementsThe router works with 1.0 and 1.1 (USB Full Speed) and 2.0 (USB High S

Page 71 - Administration

USB Storage47 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit• Sharing multimedia with friends and family such as MP3 files, pictures, and other mult

Page 72 - Upgrade the Router Firmware

USB Storage48R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • There are two user accounts: admin and guest. The password for admin is the same one t

Page 73 - View Router Status

USB Storage49 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit To access your USB device:1. Click the network device name or the share name in your comp

Page 74 - Statistics Button

5R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitRestore Configuration Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78Erase . .

Page 75 - Connection Status Button

USB Storage50R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • To edit a folder, select its radio button, and then click Edit.3. You can use this sc

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USB Storage51 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitFTP. Disabled by default.FTP (via Internet). Disabled by default. If you enable this setting

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USB Storage52R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Media Server SettingsBy default, the router is set up to act as a Ready DLNA Media server. T

Page 78 - Manage the Configuration File

USB Storage53 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit To set up approved USB devices:1. Select Advanced > Advanced Setup > USB Settings.

Page 79 - Set Password

USB Storage54R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Connect to the USB Drive from a Remote ComputerTo connect to the USB drive from remote compu

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5566. ReadySHARE PrinterReadySHARE Printer is compatible with Macs and Windows PCs. It lets you connect a USB printer to the router’s USB port, and

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ReadySHARE Printer56R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit ReadySHARE PrinterYou can connect a USB printer to the router’s USB port, and share i

Page 82 - Advanced Wireless Settings

ReadySHARE Printer57 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit4. Follow the instructions to install the NETGEAR USB Control Center utility.5. Aft

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ReadySHARE Printer58R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 6. The first time you access the utility, you are asked to select the printer and cl

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ReadySHARE Printer59 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitYou can click the Disconnect button at any time to release the connection. The status

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6R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitWireless Connectivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113

Page 86 - Wireless Repeating Function

ReadySHARE Printer60R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit • You can set the value for the default time-out time from the Tools > Configu

Page 87 - Set Up the Base Station

ReadySHARE Printer61 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitUSB Control Center UtilityThe USB Control Center Utility allows you to control a shar

Page 88 - Set Up a Repeater Unit

ReadySHARE Printer62R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Control Center ConfigurationSelect Tools >Configuration to display the following s

Page 89 - Remote Computer Access Basics

ReadySHARE Printer63 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitOnce the printer shows Available status, it is no longer grayed out in a Paused state

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ReadySHARE Printer64R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Desktop NETGEAR GenieDesktop NETGEAR Genie is the easy dashboard for managing, monito

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6577. SecurityKeeping unwanted content out of your networkThis chapter explains how to use the basic firewall features of the router to prevent obje

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Security66R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Keyword Blocking of HTTP TrafficUse keyword blocking to prevent certain types of HTTP traffic f

Page 93 - Add a Custom Service

Security67 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitBlock Services (Port Filtering)Services are functions that server computers perform at the requ

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Security68R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 3. Click Add to add a service. The Block Services Setup screen displays:4. From the Service T

Page 95 - Set Up Port Triggering

Security69 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitSchedule BlockingYou can specify the days and time that you want to block Internet access. To

Page 96 -  To set up port triggering:

711. Hardware SetupGetting to know your routerThe NETGEAR R6300 WiFi Router delivers next generation WiFi at gigabit speeds. It offers the ultimate

Page 97 - Dynamic DNS

Security70R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Security Event Email NotificationsTo receive logs and alerts by email, provide your email infor

Page 98 -  To set up Dynamic DNS:

7188. AdministrationManaging your networkThis chapter describes the router settings for administering and maintaining your router and home network.

Page 99 - Static Routes

Administration72R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Upgrade the Router FirmwareThe router firmware (routing software) is stored in flash memo

Page 100 -  To set up a static route:

Administration73 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitView Router StatusTo view router status and usage information, select Advanced Home or se

Page 101 - Remote Management

Administration74R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Connection. This shows if the router is using a fixed IP address on the WAN. If the value

Page 102 - Universal Plug and Play

Administration75 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitConnection Status ButtonOn the Router Status screen in the Internet Connection pane, clic

Page 103 - Advanced Settings

Administration76R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Wireless Settings (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)The following settings are displayed:Name (SSID). Th

Page 104 - Traffic Meter

Administration77 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitView Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web AccessThe log is a detailed record of the websit

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Administration78R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Manage the Configuration FileThe configuration settings of the R6300 WiFi Router are stor

Page 106 - Troubleshooting

Administration79 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitEraseUnder some circumstances you might want to erase the configuration and restore the f

Page 107 - Quick Tips

Hardware Setup8R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Unpack Your RouterOpen the box and remove the router, cables, and installation guide.Ether

Page 108 - Troubleshooting with the LEDs

Administration80R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit it is forgotten. This recovery process is supported in Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Ch

Page 109 - Wireless LEDs Are Off

8199. Advanced SettingsThis chapter describes the advanced features of your router. The information is for readers with advanced networking knowledg

Page 110 - Cannot Access the Internet

Advanced Settings82R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit Advanced Wireless SettingsSelect Advanced > Advanced Setup > Wireless Settings t

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Advanced Settings83 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitSet Up the Router in Bridge ModeThe R6300 WiFi Router can be configured in bridge mode

Page 112 - Troubleshooting PPPoE

Advanced Settings84R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 3. Scroll down to view the Use other operating mode setting and Select the Enable Bri

Page 113 - Wireless Connectivity

Advanced Settings85 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitWireless Repeating Function (WDS)You can set the R6300 WiFi Router up to be used as a

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Advanced Settings86R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit The R6300 router is always in dual band concurrent mode, unless you turn off one radio

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Advanced Settings87 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitDisable Wireless Client Association. If your router is the repeater, selecting this ch

Page 116 - Supplemental Information

Advanced Settings88R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 3. In the Wireless Repeating Function screen, select the Enable Wireless Repeating Fu

Page 117

Advanced Settings89 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitRemote Computer Access BasicsWhen a computer on your network needs to access a compute

Page 118 - Technical Specifications

Hardware Setup9 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit• In an elevated location such as a high shelf, keeping the number of walls and ceilin

Page 119

Advanced Settings90R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit router then modifies the message to restore the original address information replaced

Page 120 - Notification of Compliance

Advanced Settings91 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit6. Upon receiving the incoming message to destination port 33333, your router checks

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Advanced Settings92R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 2. Your router receives the request message and looks in its rules table for any rule

Page 122 - FCC Caution

Advanced Settings93 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit To set up port forwarding:Tip: To ensure that your server computer always has the s

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Advanced Settings94R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit 3. Click the Add Custom Service button to display the following screen:4. In the Ser

Page 124 - Interference Reduction Table

Advanced Settings95 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit2. In the Port Forwarding screen, configure the router to forward the HTTP service to

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Advanced Settings96R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit  To set up port triggering: 1. Select Advanced > Advanced Setup > Port Forward

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Advanced Settings97 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit6. Click Add Service to display the following screen: 7. In the Service Name field,

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Advanced Settings98R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band Gigabit host name that you configure in the router. Then, whenever your ISP-assigned IP addres

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Advanced Settings99 R6300 WiFi Router 802.11ac Dual Band GigabitStatic RoutesStatic routes provide additional routing information to your router. Typi

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