Netgear R6100 Dual-Band AC1200 Gigabit WiFi Router Specification and DataSheet
- June 12, 2024
- NETGEAR
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Netgear R6100 Dual-Band AC1200 Gigabit WiFi Router
Performance & Use
- AC1200 WiFi— 300+867 Mbps† speeds
- Wireless coverage for your entire home
- Ideal for homes with more WiFi devices
- NETGEAR genie® App— Enjoy more of your connected home
The NETGEAR Difference – R6100
- Faster WiFi— Now up to 1200 Mbps†
- Backward compatible with 802.11n
- ReadySHARE® USB Access— Wirelessly access & share USB storage
Overview
The NETGEAR R6100 WiFi Router with AC1200 dual band is an incredibly fast router delivering AC1200 WiFi speeds. This router offers improved performance and wireless coverage for your entire home. The R6100 provides access that is three times faster than similar 802.11n technology. It delivers the speed and reliability for HD streaming and online gaming throughout your home, through a secure and reliable connection to the Internet. The R6100 also includes NETGEAR genie® home network manager for easy installation and home network management.
Compatible with next-generation WiFi devices, this router is also backward compatible with 802.11 a/b/g/n devices. With up to 300+867 Mbps† speed and simultaneous dual-band WiFi technology, the R6100 avoids wireless interference for smooth media streaming. Advanced features include ReadySHARE USB access for wirelessly accessing and sharing USB storage.
NETGEAR genie® Home Networking Simplified
- Home network manager
- Makes any printer AirPrint® compatible to print from an iPad® or iPhone®
- MyMedia™—Find and play media files in your network
- EZ Mobile connect—Scan the QR code to connect to your home network
- For PC, Mac®, iPhone®, iPad®, & Android devices
Speed
Speed makes video streaming better. Speed makes online gaming more fun. Speed makes all your devices really go. And any place you need speed, with NETGEAR you got it. Fast download speeds up to 1200 Mbps. WiFi with dual band technology providing whole home coverage. Everything you need for a fast- connected home.
Best WiFi Speed
AC1200 WIFI—Up to 300+867 Mbps†
WiFi Range
Homes come in all shapes and sizes. The NETGEAR R6100 WiFi Router provides WiFi connectivity throughout your home for all your Internet-enabled devices.
Better WiFi Range
BETTER RANGE—Wireless coverage for your entire home
Sharing
Relive memories and share them with others. Find photos, videos, and music stored on a shared USB hard drive and enjoy them on your DLNA TV right from your couch. If it’s secure and shared storage access you want, NETGEAR has easy ways to do it.
Share & stream your movies, music, photos
- DLNA®—Find & play your media on DLNA TVs & game consoles
- READYSHARE® USB ACCESS—Wirelessly access & share USB hard drives via one (1) USB 2.0 port
Reliable Connections
Stay connected—with your devices, your media, and your friends. Simultaneous Dual Band WiFi provides two separate WiFi networks—2.4GHz for legacy devices and 5GHz which is less interference-prone for media streaming. The advanced QoS technology provides higher priority for media streaming applications for smoother HD video streaming and low latency online gaming.
Enjoy high-performance connectivity throughout your home
- SIMULTANEOUS DUAL BAND—Reduces interference for better connections to more WiFi devices
- ADVANCED QoS—Optimized for smooth HD streaming & gaming
Ease Of Use
NETGEAR makes it easy to do more with your digital devices. Manage your network with genie® App— a personal, icon-based dashboard that can control and monitor all your devices. Or, use Push ‘N’ Connect to add devices to your WiFi network with a push of a button. And the simple browser-based installation with no CD makes router installation easy using an iPad, tablet, smartphone, or computer.
Simple network management
- EASY INSTALL— Easy setup for iPad®, tablets, smartphones & computers
NETGEAR GENIE® APP— Personal dashboard to monitor, control & repair your home network
PUSH ‘N’ CONNECT — Easy push button WiFi connections (WPS)- WIFI & POWER ON/OFF —Convenient power savings
Security
Keep your Internet browsing experience safe and secure with free parental controls. It allows you to limit access to certain websites at certain times. For example no social networking or gaming site access after dinner time. Guest networks create a completely separate WiFi network for your guests’ devices so they do not have access to your home network or to the shared USB hard drive with all your personal data. Secure WiFi connections offer high- level WPA/WPA2 security.
Safeguard your network
PARENTAL CONTROLS— Web filtering for all your connected devices- GUEST NETWORK ACCESS— Separate & secure access for guests
SECURE WIFI CONNECTIONS— High-level wireless security with WPA/WPA2
Applications
The R6100 WiFi Router creates a powerful home network for applications such as lag-free multiple HD streaming, multi-player online gaming, ultra-fast, reliable connection to the Internet, and a secure wireless connection.
Ideal uses
- EMAIL, CHAT, SURF, MUSIC, VIDEO— Enjoy a fast, reliable, and secure wireless connection to the Internet
ONLINE GAMING— Optimized for multi-player with no lags- HD STREAMING— Enjoy high-quality HD streaming
- MULTIPLE HD STREAMING— Optimized for a smooth, lag-free multiple HD streaming experience
Connection Diagram
Package Contents
- R6100 WiFi Router
- Ethernet cable
- Power adapter, localized to country of sale
- Quick install guide
Physical Specifications
- Dimensions: 180 x 170 x 60 mm (7.08 x 6.69 x 2.36 in)
- Weight: 322 g (0.71 lb)
Warranty
- Warranty localized to country of sale
Support
- 24/7 basic technical phone support for 90 days from the date of purchase
Technical Specifications
- Simultaneous Dual Band WiFi—2.4 & 5GHz
- WiFi Transmitters/Receivers (Tx/Rx) – 2×2 (2.4GHz) + 2×2 (5GHz)
- WiFi Boost with high-powered radio amplifiers
- Memory: 128 MB flash and 128 MB RAM
- Advanced Quality of Service (QoS)
- IPv6 support (Internet Protocol Version 6)
Standards
- One (1) USB 0 port
- IEEE®11 b/g/n 2.4 GHz
- IEEE 11 a/n/ac 5.0 GHz
- Five (5) 10/100 (1 WAN and 4 LAN) Fast Ethernet ports with auto-sensing technology
System Requirements
- Microsoft® Windows 7, 8, Vista®, XP®, 2000, Mac OS®, UNIX®, or Linux®
- Microsoft® Internet Explorer® 0, Firefox® 2.0, Safari® 1.4, or Google Chrome™ 11.0 browsers or higher
- Use laptop with 2×2 300 Mbps adapter like Centrino® 6205 or 802.11ac adapter like NETGEAR A6200 for maximum performance
Security
- WiFi Protected Access®(WPA/WPA2—PSK)
- Double firewall protection (SPI and NAT firewall)
- Denial-of-service (DoS) attack prevention
This product is packaged with a limited warranty, the acceptance of which is a condition of sale. This product has been tested for quality assurance and it or its components may have been recycled. Maximum wireless signal rate derived from IEEE standard 802.11 specifications. Actual data throughput and wireless coverage will vary. Network conditions and environmental factors, including volume of network traffic, interference, and building construction may lower actual data throughput and wireless coverage. Up to 867 Mbps wireless speeds are achieved on AC1200 when connecting to other 802.11ac 867 Mbps devices. NETGEAR makes no express or implied representations or warranties about this product’s compatibility with any future standards.
NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, ReadySHARE, and NETGEAR genie, are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Other brand names mentioned herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective holder(s). Information is subject to change without notice. 2016 NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the Netgear R6100 Dual-Band AC1200 Gigabit WiFi Router?
The Netgear R6100 is a dual-band AC1200 gigabit WiFi router that provides fast and reliable wireless connectivity for home networks.
What are the key features of the Netgear R6100 router?
Some key features of the Netgear R6100 router include dual-band WiFi, support for AC1200 wireless speeds, gigabit Ethernet ports, and compatibility with Netgear Genie for easy setup and management.
What is the maximum WiFi speed supported by the Netgear R6100 router?
The Netgear R6100 router supports a maximum WiFi speed of up to 1200Mbps, with 300Mbps on the 2.4GHz band and 867Mbps on the 5GHz band.
Does the Netgear R6100 support simultaneous dual-band WiFi?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports simultaneous dual-band WiFi, allowing you to connect devices to either the 2.4GHz or 5GHz band for optimal performance.
How many Ethernet ports does the Netgear R6100 router have?
The Netgear R6100 router features four gigabit Ethernet ports, allowing you to connect wired devices such as computers, game consoles, or smart TVs for fast and reliable network connections.
Can I set up parental controls with the Netgear R6100 router?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports parental controls, enabling you to manage internet access and filter content for specific devices or users.
Does the Netgear R6100 router have a USB port for file sharing?
No, the Netgear R6100 router does not have a USB port for file sharing or connecting external storage devices.
Can I set up a guest network with the Netgear R6100 router?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router allows you to set up a guest network, providing separate WiFi access for visitors without compromising the security of your main network.
Does the Netgear R6100 support VPN passthrough?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports VPN passthrough, allowing you to establish VPN connections from devices connected to the router.
Is the Netgear R6100 router compatible with Netgear Genie?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router is compatible with Netgear Genie, which is a free app that helps you set up and manage your Netgear router from your smartphone or computer.
Does the Netgear R6100 support IPv6?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports IPv6, which ensures compatibility with the latest internet protocol and future-proofing your network.
Can I prioritize certain devices or applications with the Netgear R6100 router?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports Quality of Service (QoS) functionality, allowing you to prioritize specific devices or applications for better performance.
Does the Netgear R6100 router support beamforming technology?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports beamforming technology, which helps improve WiFi coverage and performance by focusing the signal toward connected devices.
Can I manage and monitor my network remotely with the Netgear R6100 router?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router supports remote management and monitoring through the Netgear Genie app or web interface, allowing you to access and control your network from anywhere.
Does the Netgear R6100 router have built-in securityfeatures?
Yes, the Netgear R6100 router includes built-in security features such as WPA/WPA2 encryption, firewall protection, and denial-of-service (DoS) attack prevention.
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