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NETGEAR R8000P User Manual

NETGEAR R8000P
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Nighthawk X6S AC4000
Tri-Band WiFi Router
User Manual
Model R8000P
July 2017
202-11714-01
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134
USA

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NETGEAR R8000P Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelR8000P
Wi-Fi Standard802.11ac
Maximum Wi-Fi Speed4000 Mbps
Ports4 x Gigabit Ethernet, 1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Processor1.8 GHz Dual-Core
BeamformingYes
MU-MIMOYes
Antennas6 External Antennas
Memory512 MB RAM
SecurityWPA2
Weight2.65 lbs
Frequency BandsDual-band (2.4 GHz & 5 GHz)

Summary

Hardware Setup

Cable Your Router

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the router to the modem and power outlet.

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the Network

Explains wired and wireless connection methods to set up the router.

Use a Web Browser to Access the Router

Guide to accessing the router's web interface for setup and configuration.

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Steps to automatically configure the router's internet connection using a setup wizard.

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

How to manually configure internet connection details like IP, DNS, and MAC addresses.

Specify IPv6 Internet Connections

Configuration options for setting up various types of IPv6 internet connections.

Control Access to the Internet

Set Up Parental Controls

Configuring parental controls to restrict internet access for specific devices.

Network Settings

Specify Basic WiFi Settings

Configuring essential WiFi parameters like SSID and security.

Change the WiFi Password or Security Level

Modifying the WiFi network password and security protocol.

Manage Your Network

Update the Router Firmware

Instructions for checking and installing new router firmware.

Change the admin Password and Enable Password Recovery

Securing the router by changing the admin password and setting up recovery.

Set Up admin Password Recovery

Configuring security questions for recovering the admin password.

Recover the admin Password

Steps to retrieve the forgotten router admin password.

Check the Internet Connection Status

Verifying the router's connection status with the Internet Service Provider.

Manage the Router Configuration File

Backing up, restoring, or erasing router configuration settings.

Remote Access

Enabling and configuring access to the router over the internet.

Use Dynamic DNS to Access USB Storage Devices Through the Internet

Set Up and Manage Dynamic DNS

Configuring Dynamic DNS for remote access to the network.

Set Up FTP Access Through the Internet

Enabling FTP access to USB storage over the internet.

Set Up a New Dynamic DNS Account

Registering for a new NETGEAR Dynamic DNS service account.

Remotely Access a USB Device Using ReadyCLOUD

Using ReadyCLOUD for remote file access from USB storage.

Use VPN to Access Your Network

Set Up a VPN Connection

Overview of setting up a virtual private network for secure remote access.

Specify VPN Service in the Router

Configuring the router's VPN service settings.

Install OpenVPN Software

Installing OpenVPN client software on various devices.

Install OpenVPN Software on Your Windows Computer

Step-by-step guide for installing OpenVPN on Windows.

Install OpenVPN Software on Your Mac Computer

Step-by-step guide for installing OpenVPN on Mac.

Install OpenVPN Software on an iOS Device

Step-by-step guide for installing OpenVPN on iOS devices.

Install OpenVPN Software on an Android Device

Step-by-step guide for installing OpenVPN on Android devices.

Use a VPN Tunnel on Your Windows Computer

Establishing a VPN tunnel from a Windows computer to the router.

Use VPN to Access Your Internet Service at Home

Using VPN to access home internet service while away.

Set Up VPN Client Internet Access in the Router

Allowing VPN clients to access the internet through the router.

Use a VPN Tunnel to Access Your Internet Service at Home

Establishing a VPN tunnel for home internet access remotely.

Customize Internet Traffic Rules for Ports

Port Forwarding to a Local Server

Configuring rules to forward specific incoming traffic to local servers.

Troubleshooting

You Cannot Log In to the Router

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

You Cannot Access the Internet

Steps to diagnose and fix issues preventing internet access.

Troubleshoot Internet Browsing

Resolving problems with loading web pages after connecting to the internet.

Troubleshoot WiFi Connectivity

Diagnosing and resolving issues with WiFi connection stability.

Supplemental Information

Factory Settings

Details of the router's default factory settings and how to restore them.

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