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NETGEAR RBRE960

NETGEAR RBRE960
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User Manual
Orbi Quad-Band Mesh WiFi 6E System
Orbi WiFi 6E Router Model RBRE960
Orbi WiFi 6E Satellite Model RBSE960
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria DriveDecember 2021
San Jose, CA 95134, USA202-12189-02

Table of Contents

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NETGEAR RBRE960 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelRBRE960
CategoryNetwork Router
Wi-Fi TechnologyTri-Band
Bands2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Wi-Fi Bands2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz
Maximum SpeedUp to 10.8Gbps
RAM1GB
NAND Flash512MB
MU-MIMOYes
BeamformingYes
Wireless StandardWi-Fi 6E
USB Ports1 (USB 3.0)
AntennaInternal
SecurityWPA3
Ethernet Ports5 (1 x 2.5G WAN, 4 x 1G LAN)

Summary

Chapter 1 Overview

Orbi router overview

Explains the Orbi router hardware features, ports, and LED behavior.

Orbi satellite overview

Details the Orbi satellite hardware features, ports, and LED behavior.

Connect your router

Step-by-step guide to power on and connect the Orbi router to a modem.

Place your Orbi satellite

Instructions on how to position the Orbi satellite for optimal WiFi signal.

Sync your Orbi satellite with your Orbi router

How to pair the Orbi satellite with the Orbi router for mesh network setup.

Set up an Ethernet backhaul connection

Guide to establishing a wired connection between router and satellite for improved performance.

Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the network

Instructions for connecting devices to the Orbi network via wired or WiFi.

Types of logins

Explains different login types for accessing the network and router.

Set up and manage with the NETGEAR Orbi app

How to use the mobile app for router setup and management.

Use a web browser to access the router

Accessing router settings through a web interface via orbilogin.com.

Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

Manually set up the Internet connection

Guide to configuring manual internet connection settings like IP, DNS, and login.

Specify an Internet connection without a login

Steps to configure internet connection when no login credentials are required.

Specify an Internet connection that uses a login

Steps to configure internet connection requiring login credentials like PPPoE.

Manage an IPv6 Internet connection

How to set up and configure various IPv6 internet connection types.

Change the MTU size

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

Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet

Allow or block access to your network

Using MAC filtering and access control rules to manage device connectivity.

Use keywords to block Internet sites

Blocking specific websites or domains based on keywords or names.

Block services from the Internet

Configuring rules to block specific internet services or applications.

Schedule when to block Internet sites and services

Setting up time-based rules for blocking internet access to sites and services.

Chapter 5 Specify Network Settings

Manage the WiFi settings

Configuring WiFi network name (SSID), security, and enabling/disabling AX WiFi.

Manage 6 GHz WiFi settings

Settings for the 6 GHz WiFi band, including enabling, naming, and password.

Set up a guest WiFi network

Creating a separate WiFi network for guests with isolated access.

View or change WAN settings

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

Manage Dynamic DNS

Setting up Dynamic DNS to access the network remotely using a domain name.

Set up a default DMZ server

Designating a DMZ server to bypass firewall protection for specific applications.

Change the LAN TCPIP settings

Configuring local network IP addresses, subnet masks, and DHCP settings.

Use the router as a DHCP server

Enabling the router to assign IP addresses to devices on the local network.

Chapter 6 Manage Your Network

Update the router and satellite firmware

Checking for and installing firmware updates for the router and satellites.

Change the admin password

Changing the default administrator password for router access.

Reset the admin password

Steps to recover the router admin password if it is forgotten.

View router status and usage information

Monitoring the router's operational status, system uptime, and network activity.

Check the Internet connection status

Verifying the current status of the internet connection and IP address assignment.

View devices connected to the network or edit device information

Viewing connected devices and managing their displayed information.

Chapter 7 Customize Internet Traffic Rules for Ports

Manage port forwarding to a local server

Allowing specific incoming traffic to reach a server on the local network.

Manage port triggering

Dynamically opening ports based on outbound traffic for specific applications.

Chapter 8 Use VPN to Access Your Network

Set up a VPN connection

Configuring the router to allow secure remote access via a VPN tunnel.

Install OpenVPN software

Instructions for installing OpenVPN client software on various devices.

Use VPN to access your Internet service at home

Configuring VPN to use home network internet service while away.

Chapter 9 Troubleshooting

Quick tips

General tips and sequences for resolving common network issues.

The router and satellite do not sync

Steps to fix issues where the router and satellite fail to synchronize.

You cannot log in to the router

Solutions for login problems, including password reset.

You cannot access the Internet

Troubleshooting steps when devices cannot connect to the internet.

Troubleshoot PPPoE

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues with PPPoE internet connections.

Troubleshoot WiFi connectivity

Steps to resolve problems connecting to the WiFi network.

Chapter 10 Factory Settings and Technical Specifications

Factory settings

How to reset the router or satellite to its original factory default settings.

Technical specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the Orbi router and satellite models.

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