NETGEAR R6300 user manual Wireless Settings Screen Fields, Wireless Security Options

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R6300v2 Smart WiFi Router

Wireless Settings Screen Fields

You can use this screen to view or change the wireless network settings and the security option.

Enable SSID Broadcast. This feature allows the router to broadcast its SSID so wireless stations can see this wireless name (SSID) in their scanned network lists. This check box is selected by default. To turn off the SSID broadcast, clear this check box, and click Apply.

Enable Wireless Isolation. If this check box is selected, computers or wireless devices that join the network can use the Internet, but cannot access each other or access Ethernet devices on the network.

Name (SSID). The SSID is also known as the wireless network name. Enter a 32-character (maximum) name in this field. This field is case-sensitive. The default SSID is randomly generated, and NETGEAR strongly recommends that you do not change this setting.

Region. The location where the router is used. Select from the countries in the list. In the United States, the region is fixed to United States and is not changeable.

Channel. The wireless channel the router uses. For 2.4 GHz, select a value from 1 through

13.(For products in the North America market, only Channels 1 through 11 can be operated.) 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 radio frequency 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).

Mode. For 2.4 GHz, Up to 217 Mbps is the default setting, which allows 802.11n and 802.11g wireless devices to join the network. The other settings are Up to 54 Mbps, and Up to 450 Mbps.

At 5 GHz, Up to 1300 Mbps is the default setting, which allows 802.11ac and 802.11a wireless devices to join the network. The other settings are Up to 600 Mbps and 289 Mbps.

Security Options. The router comes with unique preset wireless security. These settings are on the product label. NETGEAR recommends that you use preset security so that you can refer to the label if you forget the WiFi password. However, you can change the security option and passphrase.

Wireless Security Options

A security option is the type of security protocol applied to your wireless network. The security protocol in force encrypts data transmissions and ensures that only trusted devices receive authorization to connect to your network. Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) has several options including pre-shared key (PSK) encryption.

WPA encryption is built into all hardware that has the Wi-Fi-certified seal. This seal means that the product is authorized by the Wi-Fi Alliance (http://www.wi-fi.org/) because it complies with the worldwide single standard for high-speed wireless local area networking.

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Contents R6300v2 Smart WiFi Router September 2013 East Plumeria Drive San Jose, CASupport Contents USB Storage Administration Appendix a Supplemental Information Hardware Setup Getting to know your routerHardware Features Unpack Your RouterWiFi On/Off button WPS button USB 2.0 port LEDs Front and Side PanelsRear Panel LabelPosition Your Router Connecting to the router Getting StartedWireless Devices and Security Settings Router Setup PreparationLogin and Access Use Standard TCP/IP Properties for DhcpNetgear genie Setup  To use Netgear genie to set up your router To upgrade the firmware Use Netgear genie after InstallationUpgrade the Firmware Dashboard Basic Home Screen Basic Home screen with dashboard, language, and online help To use WPS to join the wireless network Join Your Wireless NetworkWi-Fi Protected Setup Method Manual MethodNetgear genie App and Mobile genie App Genie mobile app home screen Getting StartedNetgear genie Basic Settings Your Internet connection and WiFi networkInternet Setup Internet IP Address Internet Setup Screen FieldsInternet Service Provider. PPPoE or PPPoA  To set up Live Parental Controls Parental ControlsR6300v2 Smart WiFi Router Basic Wireless Settings Click the Take me to the status screen buttonR6300v2 Smart WiFi Router Wireless Settings Screen Fields Wireless Security OptionsSet Up a Guest Network  To change the WPA settings Select Basic Wireless Settings To set up a guest network Select Basic Guest Network View Attached Devices  To go to the Attached Devices screenSpecifying custom settings Netgear genie Advanced HomeNetgear genie Advanced Home Screen Internet Connection Setup Wizard To use the Setup Wizard Select Advanced Setup Wizard WAN Setup Default DMZ Server Change the MTU Size Common MTU sizesLAN Setup  To change the MTU size Select Advanced Setup WAN SetupLAN Setup Screen Settings  To change the LAN settings Select Advanced Setup LAN SetupRole of the Router as a Dhcp Server Use Router as Dhcp ServerWPS Wizard for WiFi Connections Set Up Address ReservationPush Button Quality of Service QoS SetupWMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications Set Up QoS for Internet Access  To disable WMM QoS Select Advanced Setup QoS SetupR6300v2 Smart WiFi Router QoS for a Router LAN Port Click the Add Priority Rule button To edit or delete a QoS policy Select Advanced QoS Setup Edit or Delete an Existing QoS PolicyUSB Storage Device To connect a USB storage device USB Drive RequirementsConnect a USB Storage Device to the Router  To map the USB device to a Windows network drive Access the USB Storage DeviceSafely Remove a USB Drive  To access the USB drive from a remote computer  To access the USB drive with FTP from a remote computerStore Files in a Central Location for Printing Share FilesShare Photos  To share files with your friends and familyShare Large Files over the Internet View a USB Device Attached to the Router USB Storage Device Network and Access Settings Network Neighborhood/MacShare. Enabled by defaultAvailable Network Folders  To add a network folder Select Advanced ReadySHAREClick Create Network Folder  To edit a network folder Select Advanced ReadySHARESpecify Approved USB Devices Select the Allow only approved devices check boxMedia Server Settings  To play videos On the TiVo, select TiVo Central My Shows TiVo SupportUse ReadyDLNA to Play Media from Your Network on TiVo  To copy TiVo Files onto a computer Setting up and managing a shared USB printer ReadySHARE PrinterReadySHARE Printer Utility Set Up the ReadySHARE Printer Utility To set up ReadySHARE Printer Install the Netgear USB Control Center  To install the Netgear USB Control CenterR6300v2 Smart WiFi Router Set Up the Netgear USB Control Center  To set up the Netgear USB Control CenterConfigure the Netgear USB Control Center  To configure the Netgear USB Control CenterSelect Tools Configuration Manage USB Print and Scan JobsR6300v2 Smart WiFi Router Launch the Netgear USB Control Center  To launch the Netgear USB Control CenterUse the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer  To use the scan feature of a multifunction USB printerCustomizing the firewall settings SecurityClick Delete Keyword Keyword Blocking of Http Traffic To delete a keyword or domain  To specify a trusted computerBlock Services Port Filtering Port Triggering to Open Incoming Ports Port Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications How Port Forwarding Differs from Port Triggering Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers Add a Custom Service Click the Add Custom Service buttonEdit or Delete a Port Forwarding Entry Set Up Port TriggeringClick Edit Service or Delete Service Application Example Make a Local Web Server PublicClear the Disable Port Triggering check box R6300v2 Smart WiFi Router Schedule Blocking  To schedule blocking Select Advanced Security ScheduleSet Up Security Event Email Notifications Administration Managing your networkUpgrade the Router Firmware Internet Port View Router StatusRouter Information LAN PortShow Statistics Button Wireless Settings 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Connection Status ButtonView Logs of Web Access or Attempted Web Access  To view logs Select Advanced Administration LogsRestore Configuration Settings Manage the Configuration FileBack Up Settings Do not interrupt the reboot processChange the Password Erase the Current Configuration SettingsPassword Recovery  To recover your passwordAdvanced Settings Setting up unique situationsAdvanced Wireless Settings Control the Wireless Radio To configure and enable the wireless schedule Set Up a Wireless ScheduleView or Change WPS Settings Set Up a Wireless Access List by MAC Address  To set up the router as an AP Wireless Access Point APSelect the Turn Access Control On check box Select Advanced Wireless AP Set Up the Router in Bridge Mode  To set up bridge modeClick the setup bridge mode wireless settings button Wireless Distribution System WDS Wireless repeating scenarioSet Up the Base Station  To set up the base stationSet Up a Repeater  To configure the router as a repeaterDynamic DNS Select the Use a Dynamic DNS Service check box Static Routes To edit or delete a static route Remote Management Universal Plug and Play  To turn on Universal Plug and PlayIPv6 Requirements for Entering IPv6 Addresses Auto DetectIPv6 Auto Config IPv6 6to4 Tunnel 110 IPv6 Pass Through  To set up a pass-through IPv6 Internet connection To set up a fixed IPv6 Internet connection IPv6 Fixed To set up an IPv6 Internet connection with a Dhcp server IPv6 Dhcp To set up a PPPoE IPv6 Internet connection IPv6 PPPoE114 Traffic Meter 116 Troubleshooting Quick Tips Wireless SettingsNetwork Settings Troubleshoot with the LEDsLEDs Never Turn Off Power LED Is Off or BlinkingPower LED Stays Amber Internet LEDs Is OffWiFi LED Is Off Cannot Log In to the RouterCannot Access the Internet 122 Troubleshoot PPPoE Troubleshoot Internet BrowsingWireless Connectivity Changes Not Saved To ping the router from a Windows computer Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping UtilityTest the LAN Path to Your Router Test the Path from Your Computer to a Remote Device Supplemental Information Factory Settings Factory default settings129 Technical Specifications R6300v2 Router specificationsNetgear Dual Band Wireless Notification of ComplianceIndustry Canada Avertissement
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