NETGEAR R6900 User Manual

Nighthawk
AC1900 Smart
WiFi Router
User Manual
Model R6900
August 2015
202-11569-01
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

NETGEAR R6900 Specifications

General

WiFi Technology	802.11ac
WiFi Performance	AC1900 (600 + 1300 Mbps)
Ethernet Ports	5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports (1 WAN & 4 LAN)
Beamforming	Yes
Antennas	3 external antennas
MU-MIMO	Yes
Processor	Dual-core 1GHz
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0
Memory	256MB RAM, 128MB flash
Security	WPA/WPA2
Weight	1.65 lb
Dimensions	11.22 x 7.26 x 1.97 inches

Summary

Specify Your Internet Settings

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

Guide on manually configuring the router's internet connection settings for various types.

Specify an IPv6 Internet Connection

Details on manually configuring different types of IPv6 internet connections.

Optimize Performance

Control Access to the Internet

Set Up Parental Controls

Instructions for setting up parental controls and web filtering for devices on the network.

Allow or Block Access to Your Network

Using access control to block or allow specific devices on the network via MAC addresses.

Manage Simple Outbound Firewall Rules for Services and Applications

Creating and managing outbound firewall rules to control internet access for services and applications.

Share a Storage Device Attached to the Router

Back Up Windows Computers With ReadySHARE Vault

Using the ReadySHARE Vault software for backing up Windows computers to a USB drive.

Back Up Mac Computers With Time Machine

Using Time Machine to back up Mac computers to a USB hard drive connected to the router.

Manage Dynamic DNS and Access Storage Devices Through the Internet

Set Up and Manage Dynamic DNS

How to set up and manage Dynamic DNS for remote access using a domain name.

Access Storage Devices Through the Internet

Remotely Access a USB Device Using ReadyCLOUD

Using the ReadyCLOUD service to remotely access files on a USB storage device connected to the router.

Create a ReadyCLOUD Account

Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings

Manage the WAN Security Settings

Manage the LAN IP Address Settings

Manage the WiFi Network Settings

Specify Basic WiFi Settings

Change the WiFi Password or Security Level

Set Up a Guest WiFi Network

Manage the Router and Monitor the Traffic

Update the Firmware of the Router

Instructions for checking and updating the router's firmware to the latest version.

Change the admin Password

Steps to change the router's administrative password for enhanced security.

Return the Router to Its Factory Default Settings

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

Monitor and Meter Internet Traffic

Use VPN to Access Your Network

Set Up a VPN Connection

Steps to set up a virtual private network (VPN) connection for secure remote access.

Install OpenVPN Software on Your Computer

Use VPN to Access Your Internet Service at Home

Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server for Services and Applications

Setting up rules to allow incoming internet traffic to reach specific servers on the local network.

Manage Port Triggering for Services and Applications

Setting up rules for port triggering, which dynamically opens ports based on outgoing traffic.

Add a Port Forwarding Rule With a Custom Service or Application

Add a Port Triggering Rule

Troubleshooting

You Cannot Log In to the Router

Solutions for issues preventing login to the router's web interface.

You Cannot Access the Internet

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems when the router connects but the internet is inaccessible.

Troubleshoot WiFi Connectivity

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with connecting to the router via WiFi.