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NETGEAR Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router User Manual

NETGEAR Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router
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User Manual
Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini
Dual-band Mesh System (SXK30)
Models
Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini Router Model SXR30
Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini Satellite Model SXS30
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveMay 2021
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12201-01

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum WiFi SpeedUp to 1.8 Gbps
MU-MIMOYes
OFDMAYes
BeamformingYes
WiFi StandardWi-Fi 6 (802.11ax)
Frequency Band2.4 GHz and 5 GHz
SecurityWPA3
Number of Connected DevicesUp to 40 devices
Antenna TypeInternal

Summary

Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini Overview

Supported Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Models

Lists the specific Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router and satellite models covered in this manual.

Router and Satellite Hardware Overviews

Describes the physical hardware features of the Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router and satellite units.

LED Behavior Explanations

Explains the meaning of different LED indicator lights on the router and satellite.

Wall Mounting Instructions

Provides instructions and details for physically mounting the Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini device on a wall.

Connecting the Router

Step-by-step guide on how to physically connect the Orbi Pro WiFi 6 Mini router to your network.

Syncing the Satellite

Instructions for pairing and synchronizing the Orbi satellite with the main router.

NETGEAR Insight Management

How to use NETGEAR Insight for remote management and monitoring of the Orbi system.

Connecting to the Network and Router Access

Initial Network Connection Setup

Guides on establishing the initial network connection to the Orbi system.

Understanding Login Types

Explains the different types of login credentials required for various tasks.

Accessing the Router via Web Browser

Instructions on how to access the router's web interface using a web browser.

Resolving Browser Security Warnings

Steps to address security warnings encountered when accessing the router's web interface.

Internet Settings Configuration

Using the Internet Setup Wizard

Step-by-step wizard to automatically configure Internet settings.

Manual Internet Connection Setup

Detailed guide for manually configuring the router's Internet connection parameters.

Internet Connection Without Login

How to configure Internet settings when no login credentials are required.

Internet Connection With Login

How to configure Internet settings when login credentials are required.

Managing IPv6 Internet Connections

Settings and configurations for IPv6 internet connectivity.

IPv6 Auto Detection Setup

Steps to configure IPv6 connection using automatic detection.

Internet Access Control

MAC Access Control Lists

How to create and manage MAC address filters for network access control.

Enable MAC ACL for Specific Networks

Steps to enable MAC filtering for individual WiFi or wired networks.

Orbi Network Access Control List

Configure global network access rules based on device MAC addresses.

Blocking Internet Sites via Keywords

Set up rules to block websites using specific keywords.

Blocking Internet Services

Configure rules to block specific network services or applications.

Security Event Email Notifications

Configure the router to send email alerts for security events.

WiFi Settings Management

Admin WiFi Network Settings

Customize SSID, channel, and VLAN settings for the primary WiFi network.

Admin WiFi Password and Security

Update the WiFi password and select security protocols for the admin network.

Employee WiFi Network Configuration

Configure network settings for a dedicated employee WiFi network.

IoT WiFi Network Configuration

Configure network settings for a dedicated IoT WiFi network.

Guest WiFi Network and Captive Portal Setup

Set up a separate WiFi network for guests, with optional captive portal features.

Download Bandwidth Allocation per SSID

Allocate specific download bandwidth percentages to each WiFi network (SSID).

Advanced WiFi Settings

Access and configure advanced wireless parameters like region, channel, and MIMO.

LAN and WAN Settings Management

WAN Settings Configuration

Configure Internet connection settings, port forwarding, and firewall options.

Dynamic DNS Management

Set up dynamic DNS services to access the network using a domain name.

Default DMZ Server Setup

Designate a server to receive all unsolicited incoming traffic, bypassing firewall.

LAN Configuration

Configure settings for different LAN ports and their associated VLAN profiles.

Router as DHCP Server

Configure the router to assign IP addresses to devices on each LAN.

Reserved LAN IP Address Management

Assign static IP addresses to specific devices on the network.

Custom Static Route Configuration

Define manual routing rules for network traffic.

Universal Plug and Play (UPnP)

Enable UPnP for automatic device configuration and network discovery.

VLANs and Port Modes

Configure Virtual LANs and Ethernet port modes (Trunk/Access).

Orbi Pro System Management and Monitoring

Firmware Update Procedures

Procedures for updating the device firmware to the latest version.

Changing the Admin Password

Steps to change the password for logging into the router's web interface.

Admin Password Reset Feature

Configure a feature to reset the router's admin password if forgotten.

Router Status and Usage Monitoring

Access real-time information about the router's operational status and network usage.

Internet Connection Status Check

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

Connected Devices Overview

Monitor all devices currently connected to the Orbi network.

Satellite Web Interface Status

Access detailed status information for individual Orbi satellites.

Router Activity Log Management

Review logs of router actions, security events, and network activity.

Internet Traffic Monitoring

Track and manage the volume of Internet traffic passing through the router.

Router Configuration File Management

Back up, restore, or reset the router's configuration settings.

Customizing Internet Traffic Rules for Ports

Port Forwarding to Local Servers

Configure rules to allow incoming traffic to specific servers on the local network.

Port Triggering Management

Set up dynamic rules for opening ports based on outgoing traffic.

Port Triggering Example: Internet Relay Chat

A practical example demonstrating port triggering for IRC communication.

VPN Access to Your Network

Setting Up a VPN Connection

Guide to establishing a virtual private network connection to the router.

Configuring VPN Service in the Router

Configure the router to enable and use a VPN service.

OpenVPN Software Installation

Instructions for installing OpenVPN client software on various devices.

Windows VPN Tunnel Setup

Steps to establish a VPN tunnel connection using OpenVPN on Windows.

Remote Business Internet Access via VPN

Configure VPN to remotely access your business's internet service.

Blocking VPN Client Internet Access

Restrict VPN clients from accessing the internet, forcing traffic through the business network.

Troubleshooting Network Issues

Network Restart Sequence

The correct order of steps for restarting network devices to resolve issues.

WiFi Settings Troubleshooting

Common issues related to WiFi connectivity and their solutions.

Router and Satellite Sync Problems

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

Cannot Log In to the Router

Solutions for inability to access the router's web interface.

Internet Access Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when devices cannot connect to the internet.

Internet Browsing Issues

Steps to resolve issues with loading web pages and general internet access.

PPPoE Connection Troubleshooting

Specific troubleshooting for PPPoE internet connection problems.

WiFi Connectivity Problems

Steps to diagnose and fix issues related to connecting to WiFi networks.

Network Troubleshooting with Ping Utility

How to use the ping utility to diagnose network connectivity issues.

Supplemental Information

Factory Default Settings

Details the default configuration settings for the router and satellite.

Technical Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the router and satellite hardware.

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