NETGEAR R6020 User Manual

Quick Start
AC750 WiFi Router
Model R6020
Unplug your modem, remove and replace the backup battery if it uses one, and
then plug the modem back in. Use the Ethernet cable to connect the modem to
the blue Internet port on the router.
Note: If your Internet connection does not require a modem, connect your main
Ethernet cable to the blue Internet port on the router.
Connect the router to a power source. The router’s Power LED
lights green
when the router is ready.
Make sure that the router’s WiFi LED
is lit. Look on the router label for the
preassigned WiFi network name (SSID) and network key (password).
Open the WiFi connection manager on your computer or other WiFi-enabled
device, find the router’s WiFi network name, and use the router’s password to
connect.
Launch a web browser. If the NETGEAR installation assistant does not display, visit
www.routerlogin.net. If a login window displays, enter admin for the user name
and password for the password. Follow the onscreen instructions.
The router’s Internet LED lights
green when the router is connected to the
Internet.
For the best WiFi performance, position the antennas as shown.
Router
Power adapter
(varies by region)
Ethernet cable
2. Restart Your Modem and Plug In Your Router
3. Connect to the Internet
1. Position the Antennas
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NETGEAR R6020 Specifications

General

Wi-Fi band	Dual-band (2.4 GHz / 5 GHz)
Wi-Fi standards	802.11a, 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
Top Wi-Fi standard	Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac)
WLAN data transfer rate (max)	750 Mbit/s
WLAN data transfer rate (first band)	300 Mbit/s
WLAN data transfer rate (second band)	450 Mbit/s
Ethernet WAN	Yes
SIM card slot	No
WAN connection type	RJ-45
3G/4G USB modem compatibility	-
Product color	Black
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Networking standards	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11ac, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.11n
Ethernet LAN data rates	10, 100 Mbit/s
Ethernet LAN interface type	Fast Ethernet
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	4
Cables included	LAN (RJ-45)
Antennas quantity	2
Security algorithms	128-bit AES
Flash memory	8 MB
Internal memory	64 MB
Power source type	DC
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 35 °C

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	142 mm
Width	173 mm
Height	39 mm
Weight	250 g

Summary

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Initial Setup Steps

Position the Antennas

Properly position the router antennas for optimal WiFi performance.

Restart Modem and Connect Router

Unplug modem, reconnect battery if applicable, then plug modem back in. Connect modem to router's blue port.

Connect to the Internet

Ensure WiFi LED is lit. Find network name/password on the router label and connect your device.

Router Features and App

Reset and WPS Button Functions

Explains how to reboot, connect WPS devices, or reset router to factory defaults using the button.

Download NETGEAR genie App

Get the app to monitor, connect, and control your home network from various devices.

Product Support and Compliance

NETGEAR Support Resources

Visit netgear.com/support to register, get help, access manuals, and join the community.

Regulatory Compliance Information

Links to EU Declaration of Conformity and general regulatory compliance information.