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NETGEAR R6700v2 User Manual

NETGEAR R6700v2
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Nighthawk AC1750 Smart WiFi
Router
User Manual
Model R6700v2
February 2017
202-11687-01
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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NETGEAR R6700v2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelR6700v2
CategoryWireless Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Use a Web Browser to Access the Router

Instructions on accessing the router's web interface for configuration and management.

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Walkthrough for automatically detecting and configuring Internet connection settings.

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

Detailed steps for manually configuring various types of Internet connections.

Optimize Performance

Optimize Traffic With QoS

Utilizing Quality of Service (QoS) to prioritize Internet traffic and applications.

Manage Default and Custom QoS Rules

Adding, changing, and removing default and custom Quality of Service (QoS) rules.

Control Access to the Internet

Set Up Parental Controls

Configuring parental controls to manage and filter internet access for devices.

Allow or Block Access to Your Network

Using access control lists (ACL) to permit or deny network access based on MAC addresses.

Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites

Blocking specific keywords and domains to prevent access to certain websites.

Manage Simple Outbound Firewall Rules for Services and Applications

Creating rules to control outbound network traffic for specific services and applications.

Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings

Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Main Network

Configuring SSID, security protocol, and passphrase for the primary WiFi network.

Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Guest Network

Setting up and securing a separate guest WiFi network for visitors.

Share a Storage Device Attached to the Router

Manage Dynamic DNS and Access Storage Devices Through the Internet

Set Up and Manage Dynamic DNS

Using Dynamic DNS to access the home network remotely with a domain name.

Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings

Manage the WAN Security Settings

Configuring firewall settings like port scan and DoS protection for the WAN interface.

Manage the LAN IP Address Settings

Configuring the router's LAN IP address and subnet mask for the local network.

Manage the Router and Monitor the Traffic

Update the Firmware of the Router

Checking for and installing new firmware to update router functionality and security.

Change the admin Password

Setting a secure password for the router's web interface to protect administrative access.

Return the Router to Its Factory Default Settings

Resetting the router to its original factory default settings to resolve issues.

Monitor and Meter Internet Traffic

Tracking and limiting Internet traffic volume and connection time for usage monitoring.

Manage the Router Remotely

Enabling and configuring secure remote access to the router's settings over the Internet.

Manage the Advanced WiFi Features

Set Up a WiFi Bridge Between the Router and Another Device

Configuring the router to act as a WiFi bridge to extend network coverage.

Use the Router as a WiFi Access Point Only

Setting up the router to function solely as a WiFi access point within the local network.

Use VPN to Access Your Network

Set Up a VPN Connection

Specifying VPN service settings and enabling VPN connections for secure remote access.

Use a VPN Tunnel on a Windows-Based Computer

Establishing a VPN tunnel from a Windows computer to the router for secure network access.

Use a VPN Tunnel to Access Your Internet Service at Home

Using a VPN tunnel to access your home's Internet service while away from home.

Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server for Services and Applications

Configuring port forwarding rules to allow incoming traffic to specific local servers.

Manage Port Triggering for Services and Applications

Setting up port triggering rules for dynamic opening of inbound ports based on outbound traffic.

Troubleshooting

Reboot the Router From Its Web Page

Instructions for rebooting the router through its web interface to resolve issues.

Troubleshoot With the LEDs

Interpreting router LED indicators to diagnose and troubleshoot connection problems.

You Cannot Log In to the Router

Steps to resolve issues preventing login to the router's web management interface.

You Cannot Access the Internet

Diagnosing and fixing problems that prevent the router or connected devices from accessing the Internet.

Troubleshoot WiFi Connectivity

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with connecting to the router's WiFi network.

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