NETGEAR R9000 User Manual

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Use VPN to Access Your Network
You can use OpenVPN software to remotely access your router using virtual private networking (VPN). This
chapter explains how to set up and use VPN access.
The chapter includes the following sections:
• Set Up a VPN Connection on page 126
• Specify VPN Service in the Router on page 126
• Install OpenVPN Software on page 127
• Use a VPN Tunnel on Your Windows Computer on page 132
• Use VPN to Access the Router’s USB Device and Media on page 134
• Use a VPN Tunnel to Access Your Internet Service at Home on page 136
• Change VPN Pass-Through Settings on page 136
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NETGEAR R9000 Specifications

General

Processor	1.7GHz Quad-Core Processor
RAM	1GB
Flash Memory	512MB
WiFi Technology	802.11ac
WiFi Band	2.4GHz, 5GHz
Ethernet Ports	6 x 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports
USB Ports	Two USB 3.0 ports
Antenna	4 external antennas
Security	WPA/WPA2-PSK