NETGEAR R6200 Dual Band 11ac WiFi Router Installation Guide

NETGEAR R6200 Dual Band 11ac WiFi Router

Package Contents

The box should contain the following items. If any items are incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer.

Note: In some regions, a resource CD is included with your product.

Important: Be sure to remove the plastic film from the router before using it.

You can use this diagram to connect your router or follow the detailed instructions in this booklet.

1. Prepare your modem
   Unplug your modem. If it has a battery backup, remove the battery.

2. Connect your modem
   Plug in your modem. Put the battery back in. Then cable the modem to the router’s Internet port.

Install Your Router

Make sure that your Internet service is active before you install the router. Follow steps 1 through 5.

Prepare your modem

• Unplug your modem’s power.
• If the modem has a battery backup, remove its batteries.
• If your modem was already connected to another router, disconnect the cable between your modem and that router.

Your modem should now be completely turned off and cabled only to the wall jack for your Internet service.

Connect your modem

• Plug in, then turn on your modem. (Replace the batteries if you removed them previously.)
• With the yellow Ethernet cable that came with the router, connect your modem to the Internet port of your router.

Power on the router

• Connect the power adapter to the router and plug the power adapter into an outlet.
• Before going to Step 4, wait for the Wireless LED on the front panel of the router to light. If none of the LEDs on the front panel are lit, press the Power On/Off button on the rear panel of the router.

Connect a computer

You can use an Ethernet cable (not included) or connect wirelessly.

• Use the Ethernet cable to connect your computer to an Ethernet port on your router.Or connect wirelessly by using the preset wireless security settings shown on the product label.

Launch a browser

If a web page does not open, close and reopen the browser and type http://routerlogin.net in the address bar, or see Troubleshooting on page 9.

Preset Wireless Security

This product has a unique WiFi network name (SSID) and network key (password). The default SSID and password are uniquely generated for every device, like a serial number, to protect and maximize your wireless security. This information is on the product label. NETGEAR recommends that you do not change the preset SSID or password. If you do change the settings, the security SSID and password on the bottom of the product no longer apply.

Wireless Network Settings

Record the default preset wireless settings that are printed on the label here for easy reference.

• WiFi network name (SSID):
• Network key (password):

If you change the default settings, record them here for easy reference, and then store this booklet in a safe place:

• WiFi network name (SSID):
• Network key (password):

To retrieve or update your wireless password, type www.routerlogin.net in a web browser and log in using the default user name (admin) and password (password).b Select Wireless Settings to locate your wireless password.

Add Wireless Devices to the Network

Choose either the manual or Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) method to add wireless computers and other devices to your wireless network.

WPS Method

If your wireless device supports WPS—NETGEAR calls this method Push ‘N’ Connect—you might be prompted to press the WPS button on the router instead of entering a password. If you are prompted to press the WPS button:

1. Press the WPS button on the router.
2. Within 2 minutes, press the WPS button on the client device, or follow the WPS instructions that came with your wireless device to complete the WPS process. Then the device connects to the router.
3. Repeat this process to add other WPS wireless devices.

Note: WPS does not support WEP security. If you try to connect a WEP client to your network using WPS, it does not work.

Manual Method

1. On the wireless device that you want to connect to your router (iPhone, laptop, computer, gaming device), open the software utility that manages its wireless connections. This utility scans for all wireless networks in your area.

2. Look for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it. The SSID is located on the product label on the router.
   Note: If you changed the name of your network during the setup process, look for that network name.

3. Enter the preset password (or your custom password if you changed it), and click Connect. Repeat steps 1–3 to add other wireless devices.

Access the Router to Make More Changes

After you use NETGEAR Genie to set up the router, you can log in to the router to view its settings or make changes.

To log in to the router:

1. Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the router.
2. Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in the address field of the browser. A login screen displays:
3. Enter admin for the user name and password for the password. The router’s Basic Home screen displays:
   See the user manual for more information about the router screens.

To change the password for the router user name:

1. Log in to the router.
2. Select Administration > Set Password to display the Set Password screen:
3. Type your old password, and type the new password twice. NETGEAR recommends that you use the password recovery feature when you change your password.
4. Select the Enable Password Recovery check box.
5. Click Apply.
6. You are prompted to answer questions, which are saved.

To use password recovery to retrieve a forgotten password:

You must enable password recovery as described in the previous section in order to use this feature.

• Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless device that is connected to the router.
• Type www.routerlogin.net or www.routerlogin.com in the address field of the browser.
• When the login screen displays, click Cancel. You are prompted to enter your saved answers so that you can log in to the router.

Troubleshooting

If the browser does not display the web page:

• Make sure that the computer is connected to one of the four LAN Ethernet ports, or wirelessly to the router.
• Make sure that the WiFi LED is solid green.
• Close and reopen the browser to make sure that the browser does not cache the previous page.
• Type http://routerlogin.net.
• If the computer is set to a static or fixed IP address (this condition is uncommon), change it to obtain an IP address automatically from the router.

ReadySHARE Access

After installation and setup, you can insert a USB storage device into the USB port on the router and share the contents with other network users. (If your USB device has special drivers, it is not compatible.)

Note: If your USB device requires a power supply, you must use it when connecting your USB device to a NETGEAR router or gateway. It might take up to 2 minutes before the USB drive is ready for sharing after it is connected to the router.

To access your USB device:

On Windows systems, use any of these methods:

• Select Start > Run and enter \\readyshare in the dialog box. Click OK.
• Open Explorer or Safari and enter \\readyshare in the address bar.
• Open My Network Places and enter \\readyshare in the address bar.

On Mac systems, do this:

1. Select Go > Connect to Server.
2. Enter smb://readyshare as the server address.
3. Click Connect.

The readyshareconnect.exe file (for Windows) is available to download here: www.netgear.com/readyshare Other Features For additional features, including Live Parental Controls, traffic metering, ReadySHARE, guest access, and more, log in to your router at http://routerlogin.net.

Download the free Desktop NETGEAR genie from www.NETGEAR.com/genie.

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Statement of Conditions

In the interest of improving internal design, operational function, and/or reliability, NETGEAR reserves the right to make changes to the products described in this document without notice. NETGEAR does not assume any liability that may occur due to the use or application of the product(s) or circuit layout(s) described herein.

Technical Support

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User Manual

You can get the user manual online at http://downloadcenter.netgear.com or through a link in the product’s user interface.

Declarations of Conformity

For complete EU Declarations of Conformity, visit http://support.netgear.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/11621/.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the maximum wireless speed supported by the NETGEAR R6200 Dual Band 11ac WiFi Router?

The NETGEAR R6200 router supports a maximum wireless speed of up to 867 Mbps on the 5 GHz band and up to 300 Mbps on the 2.4 GHz band.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router support dual-band technology?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router supports dual-band technology, allowing you to connect devices to both the 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands simultaneously.

What is the maximum number of devices that can be connected to the NETGEAR R6200 router?

The NETGEAR R6200 router can support a maximum of 20 devices connected simultaneously.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router have USB ports?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router has one USB 2.0 port that can be used for connecting USB storage devices or printers.

Can I set up a guest network on the NETGEAR R6200 router?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router allows you to set up a guest network, which provides Wi-Fi access to guests while keeping your main network secure.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router support VPN (Virtual Private Network) passthrough?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router supports VPN passthrough, allowing you to establish VPN connections from devices connected to the router.

Can I prioritize certain devices or applications for bandwidth on the NETGEAR R6200 router?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router supports Quality of Service (QoS) settings, which allow you to prioritize specific devices or applications for bandwidth allocation.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router have parental controls?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router offers parental controls, allowing you to restrict access to certain websites or set up scheduled internet access for specific devices.

Can I use the NETGEAR R6200 router as a wireless repeater?

No, the NETGEAR R6200 router does not have a built-in repeater mode. However, you can set up a wireless bridge using compatible devices to extend your network range.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router support IPv6?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router supports IPv6, the latest version of the Internet Protocol.

Can I connect a printer to the NETGEAR R6200 router and share it over the network?

Yes, you can connect a USB printer to the USB port on the NETGEAR R6200 router and share it with other devices on your network.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router support wireless security protocols?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router supports various wireless security protocols, including WPA/WPA2-PSK and WEP, to secure your wireless network.

Can I remotely manage the NETGEAR R6200 router?

Yes, you can remotely manage the NETGEAR R6200 router by accessing its settings through the NETGEAR Genie mobile app or web interface.

Does the NETGEAR R6200 router have built-in firewall features?

Yes, the NETGEAR R6200 router includes a built-in firewall that provides basic security by blocking unwanted incoming connections.

Can I connect a network-attached storage (NAS) device to the NETGEAR R6200 router?

Yes, you can connect a network-attached storage (NAS) device to the NETGEAR R6200 router using the USB port, allowing you to share files and media across your network.

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