EasyManua.ls Logo

NETGEAR RAX15 User Manual

NETGEAR RAX15
156 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
User Manual
4-Stream AX1800 WiFi 6 Router
Model RAX15
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveJanuary 2023
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12029-04

Table of Contents

Other manuals for NETGEAR RAX15

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the NETGEAR RAX15 and is the answer not in the manual?

NETGEAR RAX15 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNETGEAR
ModelRAX15
CategoryNetwork Router
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Hardware Setup

Unpack your router

Instructions for unpacking the router and its components.

Front panel LEDs and buttons

Details on the router's front panel indicators and controls.

Rear panel and side panel

Description of connectors and buttons on the router's rear and side panels.

Router label

Information about the label on the router containing login and network details.

Position your router

Guidelines for optimal placement of the router for best WiFi performance.

Wall-mount your router

Instructions on how to mount the router on a wall.

Cable your router

Steps to connect the router to power and network sources.

Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the router network

Methods for connecting devices to the router via wired, WiFi, or WPS.

Types of logins

Explanation of different login credentials for router access and internet service.

Use a web browser to access the router

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

Install and manage your router with the Nighthawk app

Using the Nighthawk app for router setup and management.

Change the language

How to change the display language of the router's web interface.

Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Step-by-step guide to automatically configure internet settings.

Manually set up the Internet connection

Procedures for manually configuring internet connection parameters.

Specify IPv6 Internet connections

Configuration steps for setting up an IPv6 internet connection.

Manage the MTU size

Adjusting the Maximum Transmission Unit (MTU) for network performance.

Control Access to the Internet

Network access control list

Using MAC addresses to allow or block devices from network access.

Use keywords to block Internet sites

Blocking specific websites by entering keywords or domain names.

Delete keywords from the blocked list

Removing previously entered keywords for site blocking.

Block services from the Internet

Configuring rules to block specific network services.

Prevent blocking on a trusted computer

Exempting a specific computer from network blocking rules.

Schedule when to block Internet sites and services

Setting up time-based rules for blocking internet access.

Set up security event email notifications

Configuring the router to send email alerts for security events.

Manage Network Settings

View or change the WAN settings

Configuring Wide Area Network (WAN) parameters for internet connectivity.

Change the LAN TCP/IP settings

Modifying the router's Local Area Network (LAN) IP address and subnet mask.

Specify basic WiFi settings

Setting up the WiFi network name (SSID), channel, and broadcast options.

Change the WiFi password or the WiFi security

Updating the WiFi password and selecting the security protocol.

Set up a guest WiFi network

Creating a separate WiFi network for guests with optional security.

Optimize Performance

Use Dynamic QoS to optimize Internet traffic management

Configuring Dynamic Quality of Service for prioritizing internet traffic.

Improve network connections with Universal Plug and Play

Enabling UPnP for easier device discovery and connectivity.

Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of Service

Prioritizing WiFi traffic for voice and video using WMM QoS.

Enable or disable AX WiFi

Activating or deactivating advanced WiFi features like OFDMA and MU-MIMO.

Manage Your Router

Update the router firmware

Checking for and installing the latest firmware for the router.

Change the admin password

Modifying the password used to log into the router's web interface.

View information about the router and the Internet and WiFi settings

Displaying current status and configuration details of the router and network.

Manage the router configuration file

Backing up, restoring, or erasing router settings.

Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Router

USB device requirements

Specifications for compatible USB storage devices for the router.

Connect a USB storage device to the router

Steps to physically connect a USB drive to the router.

Enable FTP access within your network

Setting up File Transfer Protocol (FTP) access for shared USB devices.

Safely remove a USB storage device

Procedure for safely disconnecting USB storage to prevent data loss.

Use Dynamic DNS to Access USB Storage Devices Through the Internet

Set up and manage Dynamic DNS

Configuring Dynamic DNS for remote access using a domain name.

Your personal FTP server

Setting up an FTP server for remote file access via your DDNS hostname.

Set up HTTPS access through the Internet

Enabling secure HTTPS access for remote USB storage.

Access USB storage devices through the Internet

Methods to access USB storage remotely via the internet.

Use OpenVPN to Access Your Network

About VPN connections

Introduction to Virtual Private Network (VPN) concepts and client-to-gateway tunnels.

Enable OpenVPN service in the router

Activating the OpenVPN server functionality on the router.

Install OpenVPN software on a VPN client

Guide to installing OpenVPN software on various client devices.

Use VPN to access your Internet service at home

Configuring VPN to use the home network's internet connection remotely.

Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage port forwarding to a local server

Setting up rules to forward incoming traffic to specific local servers.

Port triggering

Dynamically opening ports for specific applications based on outbound traffic.

Troubleshooting

Quick tips

General advice and common solutions for router issues.

Troubleshoot with the LEDs

Interpreting router LED status indicators for problem diagnosis.

You cannot log in to the router

Steps to resolve issues preventing login to the router interface.

You cannot access the Internet

Diagnosing and fixing problems with internet connectivity.

Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity

Solutions for problems connecting devices to the WiFi network.

Supplemental Information

Factory settings

Default configuration parameters of the router upon reset.

Technical specifications

Detailed hardware and software specifications of the router.

Related product manuals