EasyManua.ls Logo

NETGEAR Nighthawk AC2100

NETGEAR Nighthawk AC2100
164 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Loading...
User Manual
Nighthawk AC2100 Smart WiFi Router
Model AC2100
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveDecember 2018
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-11908-02

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the NETGEAR Nighthawk AC2100 and is the answer not in the manual?

NETGEAR Nighthawk AC2100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wi-Fi Standard802.11ac
Maximum Wi-Fi Speed2100 Mbps
USB Ports1 x USB 3.0
MU-MIMOYes
BeamformingYes
ModelAC2100
Frequency BandsDual Band
Ethernet Ports4
ProcessorDual-core
Antenna3 external antennas
SecurityWPA/WPA2

Summary

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the Network

Methods to connect devices to the router's network via wired or WiFi.

Install or Manage Your Router With the Nighthawk App

Using the Nighthawk app for router installation and management.

Log In to the Router

Steps to access the router's web interface for configuration.

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Using the wizard to automatically configure internet settings.

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

Manually configuring the router's internet connection settings.

Specify an Internet Connection Without a Login

Configuring internet settings when no login is required.

Specify an Internet Connection That Uses a Login

Configuring internet settings that require ISP login credentials.

Specify IPv6 Internet Connections

Setting up IPv6 internet connectivity.

Control Access to the Internet

Allow or Block Access to Your Network

How to use access control to permit or deny network access for devices.

Manage Network Settings

View or Change WAN Settings

Viewing and configuring wide area network (WAN) settings for internet connectivity.

Change the WiFi Password or the WiFi Security

Changing the WiFi network password and security protocol.

Optimize Performance

Optimize Internet Streaming With QoS

Using Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize internet streaming and applications.

Manage Your Router

Update the Router Firmware

Procedures for checking and installing new router firmware.

Change the admin Password

Modifying the administrator password for router access.

Check the Internet Connection Status

Verifying the status of the router's internet connection.

Remote Access

Enabling remote access to the router over the internet.

Return the Router to Its Factory Default Settings

Resetting the router to its original factory default settings.

Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Router

Access a Storage Device Connected to the Router From a Windows-Based Computer

Accessing USB storage devices from a Windows computer.

Access a Storage Device That Is Connected to the Router From a Mac

Accessing USB storage devices from a Mac computer.

Use Dynamic DNS to Access USB Storage Devices Through the Internet

Set Up and Manage Dynamic DNS

Setting up and managing Dynamic DNS for remote network access.

Access USB Storage Devices Through the Internet

Accessing USB storage devices connected to the router via the internet.

Remotely Access a USB Device Using ReadyCLOUD

Using ReadyCLOUD to remotely access USB storage devices.

Use the Router as a Media Server

Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings

Configuring DLNA/UPnP AV media server settings for content sharing.

Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server

Setting up rules to forward internet traffic to specific local servers.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot With the LEDs

Diagnosing router issues using the status LED indicators.

You Cannot Log In to the Router

Steps to resolve issues preventing login to the router interface.

You Cannot Access the Internet

Troubleshooting steps when the router is accessible but internet access fails.

Troubleshoot Internet Browsing

Resolving problems with loading web pages or accessing the internet.

Troubleshoot WiFi Connectivity

Diagnosing and fixing problems with WiFi device connections.

Related product manuals