NETGEAR Nighthawk R6700 User Manual

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4. Optimize Performance
You can set up the router to optimize performance for applications such as multiplayer gaming,
peer-to-peer connections, or real-time communications such as instant messaging or remote
assistance (a feature in Windows XP). By default, the router uses Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of
Service (WMM QoS).
This chapter contains the following sections:
• Prioritize Internet Traffic with Quality of Service
• Optimize Internet Gaming with Upstream QoS
• Add Upstream QoS Rules
• Optimize Video Streaming with Downstream QoS
• Improve Network Connections with Universal Plug and Play
• Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of Service

NETGEAR Nighthawk R6700 Specifications

General

WiFi Speed	AC1750 (450 + 1300 Mbps)
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0
Antenna	3 external antennas
Beamforming	Yes
Wireless Standard	802.11a/b/g/n/ac
Operating Temperature	32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
WiFi Technology	802.11ac
Ethernet Ports	4 x Gigabit Ethernet
Frequency Band	2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
Memory	128 MB Flash, 256 MB RAM
Security	WPA2-PSK
Dimensions	11.22 x 7.26 x 1.97 inches
Storage Temperature	-4°F to 158°F (-20°C to 70°C)
Processor	1GHz Dual Core Processor