NETGEAR R8500 User Manual

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The package contains the following items.
In some regions, a resource CD is included in the package.
Nighthawk X8
AC5300 Tri-Band WiFi Router
Model R8500
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NETGEAR, Inc.
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October 2015
Router
Ethernet cable
Power adapter
(varies by region)

NETGEAR R8500 Specifications

General

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	R8500
Wireless Standard	802.11ac
Number of Antennas	6
USB Ports	1 x USB 3.0, 1 x USB 2.0
Processor	1.4 GHz dual-core
Memory	512MB RAM, 128MB Flash
Beamforming	Yes
MU-MIMO	Yes
Smart Connect	Yes
Dynamic QoS	Yes
Amazon Alexa Voice Controls	No
WiFi Technology	Tri-Band
WiFi Speed	Up to 5300 Mbps
WiFi Bands	2.4GHz, 5GHz
Wireless Speed	Up to 5.3Gbps
Security	WPA2-PSK
Ethernet Ports	5 x Gigabit Ethernet (1 WAN + 4 LAN)

Summary

Install Your Router

Position the Antennas

Instructions for optimal placement of router antennas for best WiFi performance.

Prepare Your Modem

Steps to prepare your existing modem before connecting it to the new router.

Connect Your Modem

Guide to physically connecting the modem to the router's Internet port.

Power On the Router

Instructions on powering on the router and checking the initial Power LED status.

Connect a Device

How to connect a computer or WiFi device to the router via wired or wireless connection.

Log In to the Router

Steps to access the router's web interface using a browser.

Remotely Access Router Using genie App

WiFi Network Configuration

Set Up WiFi Network Name and Password

Join Your WiFi Network

Router Settings Management

Log In to the Router

Procedure to access the router's settings interface.

Change Admin Password

Steps to modify the router's administrative login password for security.

Recover Forgotten Admin Password

Find Forgotten WiFi Security Password

Access USB Storage on Network

ReadyCLOUD Remote Access

Download NETGEAR genie App