Use the Router as a Media Server
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Nighthawk AC1900 Smart WiFi Router
Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings
By default, the router acts as a ReadyDLNA media server, which lets you view movies and
photos on DLNA/UPnP AV-compliant media players, such as Xbox360, Playstation, and
NETGEAR media players.
To specify media server settings:
1. Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window displays.
3. Enter the router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and
password are case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4. Select ADVANCED > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5. Select the Media Server tab.
The Media Server (Settings) page displays.
6. Specify the settings:
• Enable Media Server. Select this check box to enable this device to act as a media
server.
• Enable TiVo support. Select this check box if you want to play ReadyNAS media on
your TiVo device. See the
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo on page 103.
• Media Server Device Name. Specify the name of the media server.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your changes are saved.
Play Music from a USB Storage Device with iTunes Server
iTunes server lets you play music from a USB device that is connected to a USB port on your
router with iTunes on your Windows or Mac computer or with the Apple Remote app on your
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