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NETGEAR AC1200 JR6100 User Manual

NETGEAR AC1200 JR6100
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350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
September 2013
202-11266-01
AC1200 WiFi Router JR6100
User Manual

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR AC1200 JR6100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
USB Port1 x USB 2.0
Parental ControlsYes
Guest NetworkYes
Wi-Fi Technology802.11ac
Wi-Fi PerformanceAC1200 (300 Mbps + 867 Mbps)
Wi-Fi BandDual-band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)
Key FeaturesReadySHARE USB
SecurityWPA/WPA2-PSK

Summary

Hardware Setup

Unpack Your Router

Instructions for unpacking the router and checking package contents.

Get Started

NETGEAR genie Setup

Guide to setting up the router using the NETGEAR genie interface.

Join Your Wireless Network

Methods for connecting devices to the wireless network (manual/WPS).

Basic Settings

Internet Setup

Configuring basic Internet connection settings and ISP information.

Parental Controls

Setting up Live Parental Controls to manage online content access.

Basic Wireless Settings

Viewing and configuring fundamental wireless network settings.

Change the Wireless Security Option

How to modify wireless security settings like WPA/WPA2.

Set Up a Guest Network

Creating a separate network for visitors, offering limited access.

Advanced Home Settings

Internet Connection Setup Wizard

Using a wizard to automatically detect and configure Internet settings.

WAN Setup

Configuring advanced settings for the Wide Area Network (WAN) port.

Default DMZ Server

Setting up a DMZ server for specific applications, with security considerations.

LAN Setup

Configuring Local Area Network (LAN) settings like IP address and subnet mask.

Use Router as DHCP Server

Enabling the router to assign IP addresses to devices on the network.

Quality of Service Setup

Prioritizing network traffic for better performance of certain applications.

WMM QoS for Wireless Multimedia Applications

Optimizing wireless traffic for voice and video using WMM QoS.

Set Up QoS for Internet Access

Configuring QoS policies for specific applications or devices.

QoS for Applications and Online Gaming

Creating QoS rules for applications and online games.

USB Storage

Security

Keyword Blocking of HTTP Traffic

Preventing access to websites based on keywords or domain names.

Port Filtering to Block Services

Blocking specific internet services by filtering port numbers.

Port Triggering to Open Incoming Ports

Dynamically opening ports for applications requiring specific inbound traffic.

Port Forwarding to Permit External Host Communications

Allowing external connections to specific devices/servers on the local network.

Set Up Port Forwarding to Local Servers

Configuring rules to forward incoming traffic to local network servers.

Application Example: Make a Local Web Server Public

Using port forwarding to make a local web server accessible from the internet.

Set Up Port Triggering

Configuring port triggering rules for applications with dynamic inbound ports.

Administration

Upgrade the Router Firmware

Updating the router's operating software to the latest version.

Erase the Current Configuration Settings

Resetting the router to its original factory default settings.

Change the Password

Modifying the default administrator password for router access.

Advanced Settings

Advanced Wireless Settings

Fine-tuning wireless radio settings, WPS, AP mode, and access lists.

Set Up a Wireless Access List by MAC Address

Restricting network access to specific devices based on their MAC addresses.

Remote Management

Enabling and configuring remote access to the router's settings over the internet.

Traffic Meter

Monitoring and controlling internet traffic volume and usage.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot with the LEDs

Diagnosing router issues by interpreting the status of front panel LEDs.

Power LED Is Off or Blinking

Troubleshooting steps for a power LED that is not solid green.

Power LED Stays Amber

Resolving issues when the power LED remains amber after startup.

Internet LED Is Off

Troubleshooting steps when the Internet LED does not light up.

Cannot Log In to the Router

Solutions for inability to access the router's web interface.

Cannot Access the Internet

Steps to resolve issues when the router is accessible but the internet is not.

Troubleshoot PPPoE

Guidance for resolving problems with PPPoE internet connections.

Troubleshoot Internet Browsing

Steps to fix issues with loading web pages when internet is connected.

Wireless Connectivity

Isolating and resolving problems with wireless device connections.

Supplemental Information

Factory Settings

Details on the router's default factory settings and how to restore them.

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