Name: NETGEAR XR500 Nighthawk
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Unpack Your Router

Your package contains the XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router, the four antennas, the power adapter,

and an Ethernet cable.

Figure 1. Package contents

Hardware Setup

XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router

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- User Manual1
- Table of Contents3
Chapter 1 Hardware Setup9
- Unpack Your Router10
- Leds, Buttons, and Ports on the Front Panel, Top Panel, and Left Side Panel11
- Rear Panel13
- Attach the Antennas14
- Router Label15
- Position Your Router15
- Cable Your Router17
- Turn the Leds on or off Using the LED On/Off Switch17
Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router19
- Connect to the Network20
- Types of Logins21
- Use a Web Browser to Access the Router21
- Install the Router with the NETGEAR up App23
- Access the Router with the NETGEAR Genie App24
Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings25
- Use the Internet Setup Wizard26
- Manually Set up the Internet Connection26
  - Specify an Internet Connection Without a Login26
  - Specify an Internet Connection that Uses a Login27
- Specify Ipv6 Internet Connections29
- Change the MTU Size39
Chapter 4 Customize Quality of Service Settings and Optimize Gaming42
- Improve Response Time by Using the Geo Filter43
- Manage Bandwidth Allocation48
- Manage Traffic Prioritization52
Chapter 5 Monitor Devices and the Network and View Router Information56
- View and Manage Devices Currently on the Network57
- View Network Usage Information58
- View Router System Information59
- Customize the Dashboard61
Chapter 6 Control Access to the Internet63
- Block Access to Internet Sites64
- Block Services and Applications with Simple Outbound Firewall Rules66
- Set up a Schedule for Keyword Blocking and Outbound Firewall Rules68
- Set up Email Notifications for Security Events and Log Messages69
Chapter 7 Manage the Router's Network Settings71
- View or Change WAN Settings72
- Set up a Default DMZ Server73
- Change the Router's Device Name73
- Change the Router's LAN IP Address and RIP Settings74
- Specify the IP Addresses that the Router Assigns75
- Disable the DHCP Server Feature in the Router76
- Manage Reserved LAN IP Addresses77
- Set up a Bridge to Your Isp's Network Using a Port Group or VLAN Tag Group79
- Manage Custom Static Routes82
- Improve Network Connections with Universal Plug and Play84
Chapter 8 Manage the Router's Wifi Settings86
- Specify Basic Wifi Settings87
- Change the Wifi Password or Security Level89
- Change the Wifi Mbps Mode for Download and Upload Speeds90
- Set up a Guest Wifi Network90
- Configure WPA/WPA2 Enterprise Wifi Security91
- Configure WEP Legacy Wifi Security93
- Control the Wifi Radios94
  - Use the Wifi On/Off Button94
  - Enable or Disable the Wifi Radios95
- Use the WPS Wizard for Wifi Connections95
- Set up a Wifi Schedule96
- Specify WPS Settings97
- Manage Implicit Beamforming97
- Manage Mu-MIMO98
- Manage HT160 for 160 Mhz Wifi Support99
- Disable Wi-Fi Multimedia Quality of Service99
- Use the Router as a Wifi Access Point Only100
Chapter 9 Maintain the Router102
- Update the Router Firmware103
  - Check for New Firmware and Update the Router103
  - Manually Upload Firmware to the Router104
- Change the Admin Password105
- Enable Admin Password Recovery106
- Recover the Admin Password106
- Manage the Router Configuration File107
- Manage Remote Access109
  - Set up Remote Management109
  - Use Remote Access110
- Remotely Access Your Router Using the Genie App110
- Monitor and Meter Internet Traffic110
- View and Manage the Router Activity Log114
- Display Internet Port Statistics116
- Check the Internet Connection Status, View Details, and Release and Renew the Connection116
- Restart the Router from Its Web Interface117
- View Router Notifications118
- Disable or Enable LED Blinking or Turn off Leds118
Chapter 10 Share USB Storage Devices Attached to the Router120
- USB Device Requirements121
- Connect a USB Storage Device to the Router121
- Access a Storage Device Connected to the Router from a Windows-Based Computer121
- Map a USB Device to a Windows Network Drive122
- Access a Storage Device that Is Connected to the Router from a Mac123
- Back up Windows-Based Computers with Readyshare Vault123
- Back up Mac Computers with Time Machine124
- Manage Access to a USB Storage Device126
- Use FTP Within the Network128
- Manage Network Folders on a USB Storage Device128
- Approve USB Devices130
- Safely Remove a USB Storage Device131
Chapter 11 Use Dynamic DNS to Access USB Storage Devices through the133
Internet133
- Set up Your Personal FTP Server133
- Set up and Manage Dynamic DNS133
- Access USB Storage Devices through the Internet136
Chapter 12 Use the Router as a Media Server138
- Specify Readydlna Media Server Settings139
- Play Music from a Storage Device with Itunes Server139
  - Set up the Router's Itunes Server with Itunes140
  - Set up the Router's Itunes Server with the Remote App141
- Set up the Router to Work with Tivo142
Chapter 13 Share a USB Printer143
- Install the Printer Driver and Cable the Printer144
- Download the Readyshare Printer Utility144
- Install the Readyshare Printer Utility144
- Print Using the NETGEAR USB Control Center145
- View or Change the Status of a Printer146
- Use the Scan Feature of a Multifunction USB Printer146
- Change NETGEAR USB Control Center Settings147
Chapter 14 Use VPN to Access Your Network149
- Set up a VPN Connection150
- Specify VPN Service in the Router150
- Install Openvpn Software151
- Use a VPN Tunnel on a Windows-Based Computer155
- Use VPN to Access the Router's USB Storage Device and Media from a Windows-Based Computer156
- Use VPN to Access Your Internet Service at Home156
Chapter 15 Use VPN to Access an External Network159
- Set up a VPN Client Connection160
- Enable the VPN Client in the Router and Connect to a VPN Server160
- Disconnect the Router from the VPN Server162
Chapter 16 Manage and Customize Internet Traffic Rules for Ports163
- Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server for Services and Applications164
- Manage Port Triggering for Services and Applications167
Chapter 17 Troubleshooting173
- Quick Tips174
- Troubleshoot with the Leds174
- You Cannot Log in to the Router176
- You Cannot Access the Internet176
- Troubleshoot Internet Browsing178
- Changes Are Not Saved178
- Troubleshoot Wifi Connectivity178
- Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility179
  - Test the Path from a Windows-Based Computer to a Remote Device179
  - Test the LAN Path to Your Router180
Appendix A Supplemental Information181
- Factory Settings182
- Technical Specifications184

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NETGEAR XR500 Nighthawk Specifications

General

Brand	NETGEAR
Model	XR500 Nighthawk
Antennas	4 external antennas
VPN Support	Yes
Beamforming	Yes
RAM	512MB
Flash Memory	256MB
WiFi Technology	802.11ac
WiFi Speed	AC2600 (800Mbps + 1733Mbps)
Processor	Dual Core 1.7GHz
Ethernet Ports	5 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit Ethernet (1 WAN & 4 LAN)
USB Ports	2 x USB 3.0
QoS	Dynamic QoS
Security Features	VPN support