NETGEAR C7000v2 User Manual

Quick Start
AC1900 WiFi Cable Modem Router
Model C7000v2
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March 2017
NETGEAR, Inc.
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Ethernet cable
Modem router
Power adapter

NETGEAR C7000v2 Specifications

General

Device Type	Cable Modem Router
DOCSIS	3.0
Channel Bonding	24x8
Maximum Wireless Speed	1900 Mbps
Downstream Channels	24
Upstream Channels	8
USB Version	2.0
Ethernet Ports	4 x Gigabit Ethernet
USB Ports	1 x USB 2.0
Wireless Standard	802.11ac
Compatible Cable Providers	Xfinity, Spectrum, Cox
Security Features	WPA/WPA2
Weight	1.6 pounds
WiFi Technology	Dual Band 802.11ac

Summary

Install Your Modem Router

Modem Router Physical Connections

Connect coaxial cable, turn off old modems, and prepare for installation.

Powering On and Network Initialization

Connect power adapter, wait for modem router to come online.

Device Connectivity and Initial Login

Connect computers/mobile devices via WiFi or Ethernet and log into the router.

Activate Internet Service

Cable Provider Activation Process

Visit your cable provider's website to activate your internet service.

Internet Activation Troubleshooting

Steps to follow if you encounter issues activating your internet service.

WiFi Network Name and Password

Default WiFi Credentials

Find the preassigned WiFi network name (SSID) and password on the router label.

Customizing WiFi Settings

Record and change your WiFi network name and password for security.

Join WiFi Network

Connect Using WPS Button

Use Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) for quick and easy device connection.

Connect Using WiFi Network Name and Password

Manually connect devices by selecting the network and entering the password.

Router Settings Access

Login to Router Administration

Access the modem router's web interface to view and change settings.

Network USB Device Access

Access USB Storage from Windows

Share and access USB storage devices connected to the router from Windows.

Access USB Storage from Mac

Share and access USB storage devices connected to the router from Mac.

Wireless Printing Setup

ReadySHARE Printer Configuration

Connect a USB printer to the router for wireless printing.

NETGEAR genie App

NETGEAR genie App Features and Usage

Monitor, connect, and control your home network using the genie app.