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NETGEAR MR80

NETGEAR MR80
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User Manual
Nighthawk Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 System
Models:
Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 Router Model MR80
Tri-band Mesh WiFi 6 Satellite Model MS80
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveMay 2022
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12138-02

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NETGEAR MR80 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelMR80
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Overview

Router Hardware and LED Overview

Details the hardware features and LED indicators of the router unit.

Satellite Hardware and LED Overview

Details the hardware features and LED indicators of the satellite unit.

Connect Your Router

Step-by-step guide on connecting the router to your modem and power source.

Place Your Satellite

Guidance on selecting the optimal location for the satellite unit for best coverage.

Sync Your Satellite with Your Router

Instructions on how to synchronize the satellite with the main router for mesh operation.

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the Network

Methods for connecting to the router's network, via wired or WiFi connections.

Install and Manage Your Mesh System with the Nighthawk App

Guide to using the Nighthawk app for installation and management of the mesh system.

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Walkthrough for automatically configuring Internet settings using the setup wizard.

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

Detailed steps for manually configuring various types of Internet connections.

Control Access to the Internet

Activate and Manage NETGEAR Armor Using the Nighthawk App

Guide to enabling and managing the NETGEAR Armor cybersecurity service.

Network Access Control List

Using ACL to block or allow devices based on MAC addresses for network access.

Optimize Performance

Use Dynamic QoS to Optimize Internet Traffic Management

Configuring Dynamic QoS to prioritize and manage Internet traffic for better performance.

Manage WiFi Settings

Change the WiFi Password or the WiFi Security

Steps to modify the WiFi network's password and security settings.

Manage Network Settings

Manage Your Router and Satellite

Update the Router and Satellite Firmware

Procedure for checking and updating firmware for both router and satellite units.

Manually Update the Firmware

Steps for manually uploading firmware files to the router and satellite.

Change the Admin Password

Instructions for changing the router's administrative login password for security.

Enable Admin Password Reset

Setting up a password reset feature in case the admin password is forgotten.

Reset the Admin Password

Steps to reset the router's admin password using the enabled reset feature.

Check the Internet Connection Status

Verifying the current status of the router's connection to the Internet.

Return the Router or Satellite to Its Factory Default Settings

Resetting the router or satellite to factory default settings to resolve issues.

Use OpenVPN to Access Your Network

Enable OpenVPN Service in the Router

Steps to enable and configure the OpenVPN server service on the router.

Install OpenVPN Software on a VPN Client

Guide to installing OpenVPN client software and configuration files on various devices.

Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server

Setting up rules to allow specific incoming Internet traffic to reach local servers.

Troubleshooting

The Router and Satellite Do Not Sync

Steps to resolve issues where the router and satellite fail to synchronize.

Cannot Log In to the Router

Troubleshooting steps if unable to log in to the router's web interface.

Cannot Access the Internet

Diagnosing and resolving issues preventing access to the Internet.

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