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NETGEAR MR6550

NETGEAR MR6550
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User Manual
Nighthawk M6 Pro, Nighthawk M6
Models
MR6110
MR6400
MR6500
MR6150
MR6450
MR6550
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveNovember 2022
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-xxxxx-02

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR MR6550 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Maximum Wi-Fi SpeedUp to 3.6 Gbps
MU-MIMOYes
BeamformingYes
AntennaInternal
Product TypeRouter
Wireless Type802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax
Frequency BandsDual-band
USB Ports1 x USB 3.0
Security ProtocolsWPA3
SIM SlotYes (Nano SIM)

Summary

Get Started

Meet your Nighthawk M6

Introduction to the Nighthawk M6 device, its front panel, and connectors.

Nighthawk band support matrix

Details on the RF band support across different Nighthawk M6 models.

Set up your Nighthawk M6

Step-by-step instructions for initial device setup, including battery insertion.

Charge the battery

Instructions on how to charge the Nighthawk M6 battery using a USB-C cable.

Connect to the Internet

Guidance on connecting the Nighthawk M6 to a network and accessing the internet.

Connect from a smartphone using the QR code

Method for connecting a smartphone to the Nighthawk M6 via QR code.

Replace a SIM card

Procedure for removing and replacing the SIM card in the Nighthawk M6.

Home screen

Overview of the Nighthawk M6's home screen interface and its icons.

Manage the Nighthawk M6 with NETGEAR Insight Pro

Information on managing the device using the NETGEAR Insight Pro platform.

Power off or reset the Nighthawk M6

Instructions for safely powering off or resetting the Nighthawk M6 device.

Security credentials

Details about the WiFi and web admin passwords for the Nighthawk M6.

Connect to the Nighthawk M6 with tethering

Steps to connect a computer to the Nighthawk M6 using a USB cable for tethering.

Log in to the Nighthawk M6 web page to view or change settings

Guide to accessing and logging into the Nighthawk M6 web interface.

Use Your Nighthawk M6

View data usage on the Nighthawk M6 web page

How to monitor data consumption through the Nighthawk M6 web interface.

View SMS messages from the Nighthawk M6

Instructions to view SMS messages directly on the Nighthawk M6 display.

View SMS messages from the Nighthawk M6 web page

How to access and view SMS messages via the Nighthawk M6 web page.

Delete a message from the Nighthawk M6

Steps to delete messages from the Nighthawk M6 device screen.

Delete a message from the Nighthawk M6 web page

Procedure for deleting messages using the Nighthawk M6 web page.

View alerts from the Nighthawk M6

How to check device status alerts on the Nighthawk M6 screen.

View alerts from the Nighthawk M6 web page

Accessing and viewing device status alerts through the web page.

Turn on dual-band WiFi from the Nighthawk M6

Enabling dual-band WiFi (2.4/5 GHz or 2.4/6 GHz) directly on the device.

Turn on dual-band WiFi from the Nighthawk M6 web page

Configuring dual-band WiFi settings via the Nighthawk M6 web interface.

Enable GPS from the Nighthawk M6

Steps to activate GPS location services on the Nighthawk M6 device.

Manage your broadband network connection

Options for managing mobile broadband status, data, and roaming.

Connect to WiFi

Instructions for connecting devices to the Nighthawk M6 WiFi network.

Manage WiFi

Customizing WiFi settings on the Nighthawk M6 via the web page.

Manage WiFi Security

Configuring security settings for the Nighthawk M6 WiFi network.

Manage Security

Change the Nighthawk M6 web page login settings

Procedure to change the administrator password for the Nighthawk M6 web page.

View connected devices from the Nighthawk M6 web page

How to see a list of devices currently connected to the Nighthawk M6.

Activate SIM security

Enabling PIN security for the SIM card to manage network and SMS.

Maintain Your Nighthawk M6

Manage power with Power Manager

Using Power Manager to select performance profiles for power usage.

Extend battery life

Factors affecting battery life and methods to improve it.

Adjust WiFi settings to optimize battery life

Configuring WiFi settings like standby timer for better battery efficiency.

Set the display to increase battery life from the Nighthawk M6

Adjusting screen brightness and timeout on the device to save battery.

Set the display to increase battery life from the Nighthawk M6 web page

Optimizing battery life by adjusting display settings via the web interface.

View details about your device from the Nighthawk M6

Accessing device information like model and IMEI on the Nighthawk M6 screen.

View details about your device from the Nighthawk M6 web page

Retrieving device details such as model and IMEI via the web page.

Add and select access point names (APN)

Manage APN settings for network connectivity, including adding and selecting.

Add an APN for another network

Procedure to add custom APN settings for different network providers.

Select an APN to use

How to choose an active APN from the configured list.

Remove an APN entry

Steps to delete an APN entry from the device settings.

Enable DMZ

Configuring the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) for network traffic screening.

Update Nighthawk M6 software and firmware

Information on automatic and manual software/firmware updates.

Update Nighthawk M6 software or firmware in response to an Update Available alert

Procedure for updating firmware when an alert is displayed.

Check for software updates from the Nighthawk M6

How to manually check for available software and firmware updates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Device and Internet Connectivity Issues

Troubleshooting common issues with connecting devices and accessing the internet.

General Device Questions

Answers to common inquiries about battery, signal, speed, and device status.

Troubleshooting

View alerts

Understanding and interpreting device alerts for status and issues.

Reset the Nighthawk M6

Procedures for resetting the Nighthawk M6 to factory default settings.

Specifications

Battery specifications

Details on the Nighthawk M6's battery type and usage life.

Nighthawk M6 Pro LCD display specifications

Technical specifications for the Nighthawk M6 Pro's LCD screen.

Nighthawk M6 LCD display specifications

Technical specifications for the Nighthawk M6's LCD screen.

Mechanical specifications

Physical dimensions and weight of the Nighthawk M6 device.

LTE and 5 GNR transmission specifications

Technical data for LTE and 5GNR frequency bands and antenna gains.

Nighthawk M6 mobile band specifications

Details on supported mobile network bands for the Nighthawk M6.

Nighthawk M6 Pro mobile band specifications

Details on supported mobile network bands for Nighthawk M6 Pro models.

Security specifications

Overview of the security features supported by the Nighthawk M6.

WiFi specifications

Technical details of the WiFi support and standards for the Nighthawk M6.

Environmental specifications

Recommended operating and storage temperature ranges for the device.

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