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General| Model | LBR20 |
|---|---|
| Category | Wireless Router |
| WiFi Technology | 802.11ac |
| Maximum Data Transfer Rate | 2200 Mbps |
| Number of Ethernet Ports | 2 |
| Ethernet Port Type | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Mobile Network | 4G LTE |
| Antenna | Internal |
| Frequency Band | 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz |
| Security Features | WPA2-PSK |
| WiFi Performance | AC2200 |
| WiFi Speed | AC2200 |
Details the Power LED and Ring LED behavior for the Orbi router to understand its status.
Steps to connect the router to an LTE provider's mobile broadband network using a SIM card.
Instructions to download and use the NETGEAR Orbi app for setup and network access.
Steps to connect the router to a DSL, cable, or fiber-optic modem for wired Internet.
How to connect to the router's WiFi or wired network using Ethernet cable.
Details found on the router label, including login, WiFi name, MAC address, and serial number.
Explains different types of logins (mobile broadband, wired, WiFi, app, router) for clarity.
Instructions on using a web browser to access the router's web interface for setup.
How the router defaults to using a mobile broadband connection for Internet access.
Lists Orbi features that do not work when using mobile broadband due to limitations.
Guide to using the Setup Wizard to automatically configure mobile broadband Internet settings.
Sets up the router to automatically switch to mobile broadband if the wired connection fails.
How to configure the router to use wired or mobile broadband exclusively, or for failover.
Instructions to change the Access Point Name (APN) for LTE provider configuration when connection fails.
How to set the router to use specific 4G or 3G bands, or automatic selection.
Steps to set up PDP, authentication method, and user credentials for mobile broadband.
Guide to entering SIM card PIN or PUK for mobile broadband authentication.
How to enable or disable the router's roaming capability for mobile broadband.
Guide to using the Setup Wizard for automatic wired Internet connection configuration.
Steps to manually configure wired Internet connection settings via the web interface.
How to set up and manage various types of IPv6 Internet connections.
Guide to configuring IPv6 connection using automatic detection of settings.
Steps to configure an IPv6 Internet connection using automatic settings.
Instructions for setting up an IPv6 connection using a 6to4 tunnel.
Guide to configuring an IPv6 connection using the 6rd tunnel protocol.
How to configure the router for IPv6 pass-through mode, acting as a Layer 2 switch.
Steps to configure an IPv6 Internet connection with static IP addresses.
Guide to configuring an IPv6 Internet connection using DHCP for automatic IP assignment.
Instructions for configuring an IPv6 Internet connection using PPPoE authentication.
How to adjust the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) size for network performance.
Guide to setting up parental controls using the Circle feature via web interface or app.
Instructions to activate and manage the NETGEAR Armor cybersecurity solution using the Orbi app.
How to set up access rules to allow or block specific devices from accessing the network.
Guide to blocking specific websites or domains using keywords.
How to exempt a specific trusted computer from network blocking rules by IP address.
Instructions to block specific Internet services or applications from accessing the network.
How to schedule when specific Internet sites and services are blocked.
Steps to set up email notifications for router activity and security events.
How to use Ookla Speedtest to measure your Internet connection's download and upload speeds.
How to enable or disable WMM QoS to prioritize voice and video traffic over WiFi.
Guide to enabling UPnP for improved network connections and device discovery.
How to enable or disable implicit beamforming to improve WiFi signal quality.
How to enable or disable MU-MIMO for improved WiFi performance with multiple clients.
How to enable or disable fast roaming for quicker client device band switching.
How to change the function of the WAN/LAN1 port from LAN to WAN.
How to view and configure Wide Area Network (WAN) settings like DMZ and MTU.
How to modify the router's LAN IP address, subnet mask, and RIP settings.
Explains Dynamic DNS and its use for remote network access, noting limitations with mobile broadband.
Steps to register and set up a new NETGEAR Dynamic DNS account for remote access.
How to modify existing Dynamic DNS account settings in the router.
How to configure a default DMZ server for applications incompatible with NAT, noting security risks.
How to change the device name that displays for the router on the network.
How to enable the router to act as a DHCP server and define the IP address pool.
Steps to disable the router's DHCP server feature, allowing another device to manage IP addresses.
How to reserve specific IP addresses for devices on the LAN for consistent settings.
How to add, edit, or delete custom static routes for advanced network routing.
How to change the WiFi network name (SSID), password, and channel.
How to change the WiFi password and select security options like WPA2-PSK.
Steps to create a separate guest WiFi network for visitors, isolating them from the main network.
How to configure advanced WiFi settings like region and SSID broadcast.
How to configure the router to function solely as a WiFi access point.
How to switch the router back to its default router mode from AP mode.
How to enable bridging for port groups or VLAN tags for specific network devices like IPTV.
How to check for and install new firmware updates for the router and satellite.
Steps to manually download and upload firmware files to update the router.
How to check for and update the firmware for the router's LTE module.
Steps to manually download and upload firmware files for the router's LTE module.
Instructions to change the router's administrative login password for security.
How to enable the password reset feature for the router's admin account.
Steps to reset the router's admin password using the enabled reset feature.
How to view overall router status and network usage information.
Steps to check the status of the mobile broadband connection, including signal strength.
How to check the status of the wired Internet connection, including IP address and gateway.
How to view statistics for wired WAN/LAN ports and WiFi/LTE interfaces.
How to view and manage router activity logs, including date, time, source IP, and action.
How to view a list of all devices currently connected to the Orbi network, with details.
How to change device model, name, and type displayed on the Attached Devices page.
How to monitor traffic volume and set limits for Ethernet or mobile broadband connections.
How to set the router's time zone, enable DST adjustment, and change the NTP server.
How to back up, restore, or reset the router's configuration settings.
How to set up and manage remote access to the router's settings over the Internet.
Guide to setting up a virtual private network (VPN) connection to access the router remotely.
How to configure the router's VPN service settings before installing client software.
Instructions for installing OpenVPN software on Windows, Mac, iOS, and Android devices.
How to establish a VPN tunnel from a Windows computer to the router.
How to configure VPN clients to access your home Internet service from outside the network.
How to restrict VPN clients from accessing the Internet, allowing access only to the home network.
How to set up rules to forward incoming traffic to specific servers on your local network.
How to set up dynamic port rules that open ports based on outbound traffic.
Explains the LED indicators on Orbi AC satellites for status and troubleshooting.
Guidance on optimal placement of the satellite for effective WiFi signal coverage.
Steps to sync a new Orbi satellite with the router for network expansion.
Instructions to manually update the firmware for an Orbi satellite.
How to generate a new security key for WiFi communication between satellites and the router.
How to check the operational status of an Orbi satellite.
How to view connected satellites and edit their displayed information.
How to enable or disable daisy-chain topology for satellite connections.
Steps to create a wired backhaul connection between satellites and the router using Ethernet.
How to control LED lighting on Orbi Outdoor Satellites, including on/off, brightness, and scheduling.
Provides initial troubleshooting tips for common problems, including mobile broadband issues.
How to check the mobile broadband signal strength and optimize router placement.
Step-by-step guide to restarting the wired network for troubleshooting.
Tips for ensuring WiFi and network settings match between devices and the router.
Specific steps to troubleshoot issues with the mobile broadband Internet connection.
Solutions for when the Orbi router and satellite fail to sync properly.
Steps to diagnose and resolve problems preventing access to the Internet.
Solutions for issues preventing login to the router's web interface.
Steps to diagnose why web pages fail to load despite having an IP address.
Steps to isolate and resolve issues with connecting to the Orbi WiFi network.
How to use the ping utility to test network paths and diagnose connectivity issues.
Details the default factory settings for the Orbi router model LBR20.
Lists the technical specifications, including protocols, power, dimensions, and bands.
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