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User Manual
AC1000 WiFi Router
Model R6080
August 2019
202-11754-04
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 E. Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134, USA

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  • Page 1 User Manual AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 NETGEAR, Inc. August 2019 350 E. Plumeria Drive 202-11754-04 San Jose, CA 95134, USA...
  • Page 2 For regulatory compliance information including the EU Declaration of Conformity, visit https://www.netgear.com/about/regulatory/. See the regulatory compliance document before connecting the power supply. Trademarks ©NETGEAR, Inc. NETGEAR and the NETGEAR Logo are trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. Any non-NETGEAR trademarks are used for reference purposes only.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Hardware Overview of the Router Unpack Your Router................9 LED Descriptions................11 Ports, Buttons, and Connectors on the Back Panel......11 Router Label..................13 Position the Router................13 Cable Your Router................14 Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router Connect to the Router................17 Connect to the Router Through an Ethernet Cable....17 Join the WiFi Network of the Router...........17 Manual Method.................17...
  • Page 4 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Set Up a Fixed IPv6 Internet Connection........36 Set Up an IPv6 DHCP Internet Connection.........37 Set Up an IPv6 PPPoE Internet Connection........38 Manage the MTU Size................40 MTU Concepts................40 Change the MTU Size..............41 Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet Enable access control to allow or block access to the Internet..44...
  • Page 5 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Change a Reserved IP Address............80 Remove a Reserved IP Address Entry.........80 Disable the Built-In DHCP Server.............81 Change the Router’s Device Name..........82 Set Up and Manage Custom Static Routes........83 Set Up a Static Route..............83 Change a Static Route..............85 Remove a Static Route..............85...
  • Page 6 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Chapter 9 Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server for Services and Applications..................113 Forward Incoming Traffic for a Default Service or Application.113 Add a Port Forwarding Rule With a Custom Service or Application...................114...
  • Page 7 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Appendix A Supplemental Information Factory Settings................136 Technical Specifications..............139...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Hardware Overview Of The Router

    Firmware updates with new features and bug fixes are made available from time to time at downloadcenter.netgear.com. You can check for and download new firmware manually. If the features or behavior of your product does not match what is described in this guide, you might need to update your firmware.

  • Page 9: Unpack Your Router

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Unpack Your Router The box contains the following items. Figure 1. Package contents Hardware Overview of the User Manual Router...
  • Page 10 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Table 1. Legend Router Ethernet cable Power adapter In some regions, a CD is included in the package. Hardware Overview of the User Manual Router...

  • Page 11: Led Descriptions

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 LED Descriptions The following table describes the LEDs on the router. Table 2. LED descriptions Description Power LED Solid green. The power is on, and the router is ready. Blinking green. A firmware update is in progress.
  • Page 12 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Figure 2. Router back panel In addition to the two antennas, the back panel contains the following components: • Reset/WPS button. This button can be used to reboot and reset the router and connect WPS-enabled devices to the router depending on how long the button is pressed: Reboot the router.

  • Page 13: Router Label

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Router Label The router label on the bottom panel of the router lists the login information, WiFi network name (SSID) and password (network key), serial number, and MAC address of the router. Figure 3. Router label...

  • Page 14: Cable Your Router

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Computers Base of a cordless phone 2.4 GHz cordless phone 5 GHz cordless phone • Place the router away from large metal surfaces, large glass surfaces, insulated walls, and items such as these: Solid metal door...
  • Page 15 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 To cable your router: 1. Unplug your modem’s power, leaving the modem connected to the wall jack for your Internet service. If your modem uses a battery backup, remove the battery. 2. Plug in and turn on your modem.

  • Page 16: Chapter 2 Connect To The Network And Access The Router

    Connect to the Network and Access the Router You can connect to the router’s WiFi networks or use a wired Ethernet connection. This chapter describes the ways you can connect and how to access the router and log in. The chapter contains the following sections: •...

  • Page 17: Connect To The Router

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Connect to the Router During and after installation, you can connect to the router’s network through a wired or WiFi connection. If you set up your computer to use a static IP address, change the settings of your computer so that it uses Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).

  • Page 18: Wi-Fi Protected Setup Method

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 If you did not change the name of the network during the setup process, look for the default WiFi network name (SSID) and select it. The default SSID is on the router label. 4. Enter the router WiFi password.

  • Page 19: Types Of Logins

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Types of Logins Separate types of logins serve different purposes. It is important that you understand the difference so that you know which login to use when. Several types of logins are associated with the router: •...
  • Page 20 3. Launch a web browser. The browser goes to http://www.routerlogin.net and the NETGEAR installation assistant displays. 4. If the browser does not display the NETGEAR installation assistant, enter http://www.routerlogin.net in the address field. 5. Follow the onscreen instructions. The router connects to the Internet.

  • Page 21: Log In To The Router

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Log In to the Router When you first connect to your router and launch a web browser, the browser automatically displays the router web interface. If you want to view or change settings for the router later, you can use a browser to log in to the router web interface.

  • Page 22: Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

    Usually, the quickest way to set up the router to use your Internet connection is to allow the NETGEAR installation assistant to detect the Internet connection when you first access the router with a web browser. You can also customize or specify your Internet settings.

  • Page 23: Use The Internet Setup Wizard

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Use the Internet Setup Wizard You can use the Setup Wizard to detect your Internet settings and automatically set up your router. The Setup Wizard is not the same as the installation assistant pages that displays the first time you connect to your router to set it up.
  • Page 24 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 To specify the connection settings for an Internet service for which you do not need to log in: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 25: Specify An Internet Connection That Uses A Login And Pppoe Service

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Use Computer MAC Address. The router captures and uses the MAC address of the computer that you are now using. You must use the one computer that the ISP allows. • Use This MAC Address. Enter the MAC address that you want to use.
  • Page 26 15. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. 16. Click the Test button to test your Internet connection. If the NETGEAR website does not display within one minute, see You Cannot Access the Internet on page 129. Specify Your Internet Settings...

  • Page 27: Specify An Internet Connection That Uses A Login And Pptp Service

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Specify an Internet Connection That Uses a Login and PPTP Service You can manually specify the connection settings for a PPTP Internet service for which you must log in. Use the information that your ISP gave you to connect to your Internet service.

  • Page 28: Specify An Internet Connection That Uses A Login And L2Tp Service

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 11. If your ISP gave you fixed IP addresses and a connection ID or name, type them in the My IP Address, Subnet Mask, Server Address, Gateway IP Address, and Connection ID/Name fields. If your ISP did not give you IP addresses, a connection ID, or name, leave these fields blank.
  • Page 29 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select Internet. The Internet Setup page displays. 5. Select the Does your Internet connection require a login? Yes radio button.

  • Page 30: Specify An Ipv6 Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Use Computer MAC Address. The router captures and uses the MAC address of the computer that you are now using. You must use the one computer that the ISP allows. • Use This MAC Address. Enter the MAC address that you want to use.

  • Page 31: Use Auto Detect For An Ipv6 Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • If your Internet connection does not use pass-through, a fixed IP address, DHCP, or PPPoE but is IPv6, use the Auto Config connection type, which lets the router autoconfigure its IPv6 connection (see Use Auto Config for an IPv6 Internet Connection on page 32).

  • Page 32: Use Auto Config For An Ipv6 Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired for the router’s WAN (or Internet) interface. The number after the slash (/) is the length of the prefix, which is also indicated by the underline (_) under the IPv6 address.
  • Page 33 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 5. From the Internet Connection Type menu, select Auto Config. The IPv6 page displays. The router automatically detects the information in the following fields: • Router’s IPv6 Address on WAN. This field shows the IPv6 address that is acquired for the router’s WAN (or Internet) interface.

  • Page 34: Set Up An Ipv6 6To4 Tunnel Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 11. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Set Up an IPv6 6to4 Tunnel Internet Connection The remote relay router is the device to which your router creates a 6to4 tunnel. Make sure that the IPv4 Internet connection is working before you apply the 6to4 tunnel settings for the IPv6 connection.

  • Page 35: Set Up An Ipv6 Pass-Through Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Use These DNS Servers. If you know that your ISP requires specific servers, select this option. Enter the IP address of your ISP’s primary DNS server. If a secondary DNS server address is available, enter it also.

  • Page 36: Set Up A Fixed Ipv6 Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Set Up a Fixed IPv6 Internet Connection To set up a fixed IPv6 Internet connection: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 37: Set Up An Ipv6 Dhcp Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Auto Config. This is the default setting. This setting specifies how the router assigns IPv6 addresses to the devices on your home network (the LAN). 8. In the IPv6 Address/Prefix Length fields, specify the static IPv6 address and prefix length of the router’s LAN interface.

  • Page 38: Set Up An Ipv6 Pppoe Internet Connection

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 6. (Optional) In the DHCP User Class (If Required) field, enter a host name. Most people can leave this field blank, but if your ISP gave you a specific host name, enter it here. 7. (Optional) In the DHCP Domain Name (If Required) field, enter a domain name.
  • Page 39 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > IPv6.

  • Page 40: Manage The Mtu Size

    (MTU) setting than the other devices, the data packets must be split or “fragmented” to accommodate the device with the smallest MTU. The best MTU setting for NETGEAR equipment is often the default value. In some situations, changing the value fixes one problem but causes another.

  • Page 41: Change The Mtu Size

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • You use VPN and experience severe performance problems. • You used a program to optimize MTU for performance reasons and now you are experiencing connectivity or performance problems. If you suspect an MTU problem, a common solution is to change the MTU to 1400. If you are willing to experiment, you can gradually reduce the MTU from the maximum value of 1500 until the problem goes away.
  • Page 42 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup. The WAN Setup page displays. 5. In the MTU Size field, enter a value from 64 to 1500. The normal maximum transmit unit (MTU) value for most Ethernet networks is 1500 bytes, 1492 bytes for PPPoE connections, or 1436 for PPTP connections.

  • Page 43: Chapter 4 Control Access To The Internet

    Control Access to the Internet The router comes with a built-in firewall that helps protect your home network from unwanted intrusions from the Internet. This chapter includes the following sections: • Enable access control to allow or block access to the Internet •...

  • Page 44: Enable Access Control To Allow Or Block Access To The Internet

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Enable access control to allow or block access to the Internet You can use access control to block or allow access to the Internet through your router. To set up access control: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the router network.

  • Page 45: Manage Network Access Control Lists

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The list displays. 8. To allow the WiFi-enabled computer or mobile device you’re currently using to continue to access the Internet, select the check box next to your computer or device, and click the Allow button.

  • Page 46: Use Keywords To Block Internet Sites

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites You can block keywords and domains (websites) to prevent certain types of HTTP traffic from accessing your network. By default, keyword blocking is disabled and no domains are blocked.

  • Page 47: Remove A Keyword Or Domain From The Blocked List

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The keyword or domain is added to the Block sites containing these keywords or domain names field (which is also referred to as the blocked list). 8. To add more keywords or domains, repeatStep 6 andStep 7.

  • Page 48: Remove All Keywords And Domains From The Blocked List

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Remove All Keywords and Domains From the Blocked List You can simultaneously remove all keywords and domains from the blocked list. To remove all keywords and domains from the blocked list: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 49: Set Up A Schedule For Keyword Blocking And Outbound Firewall Rules

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 5. Scroll down and select the Allow trusted IP address to visit blocked sites check box. 6. In the Trusted IP Address field, enter the IP address of the trusted device. The first three octets of the IP address are automatically populated and depend on the IP address that is assigned to the router on the LAN Setup page.
  • Page 50 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Time of Day to Block. Select a start and end time for blocking in 24-hour format or select the All Day check box for 24-hour blocking. By default, the All Day check box is selected.

  • Page 51: Chapter 5 Manage The Basic Wifi Network Settings

    Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings This chapter describes how you can manage the basic WiFi network settings of the router. For information about the advanced WiFi settings, see Manage the Advanced WiFi Features on page 106. The chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 52: Manage The Basic Wifi Settings And Wifi Security Of The Main Network

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security of the Main Network The router comes with preset security. This means that the WiFi network name (SSID), network key (password), and security option (encryption protocol) are preset in the factory.
  • Page 53 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Field Description Region Selection Region From the menu, select the region in which the router operates. Note: It might not be legal to operate the router in a region other than the regions listed in the menu. If your country or region is not listed, check with your local government agency.
  • Page 54 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Mode From the Mode menu, select one of the following modes: • Up to 54 Mbps. Legacy mode. This mode allows 802.11n, 802.11g, and 802.11b devices to join the network but limits 802.11n devices to functioning at up to 54 Mbps.
  • Page 55 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Security Options This information applies to the 2.4 GHz WiFi network. If you change the WiFi security, select one of the following WiFi security options for the router’s WiFi network: • None. An open WiFi network that does not provide any security. Any WiFi device can join the WiFi network.
  • Page 56 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Channel From the Channel menu, select an individual channel for a 5 GHz SSID. The default channel depends on your selection from the Region menu. Note: In some regions, not all channels are available. Do not change the channel unless you experience interference (shown by lost connections or slow data transfers).
  • Page 57 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Mode From the appropriate Mode menu, select one of the following modes for a 5 GHz SSID: • Up to 144 Mbps. Legacy mode. This mode allows 802.11ac, 802.11n, and 802.11a devices to join the selected WiFi network in the 5 GHz band of the network but limits 802.11ac and 802.11n devices to functioning at up to 173 Mbps.
  • Page 58 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Security Options This information applies to the 5 GHz WiFi network. If you change the WiFi security, select one of the following WiFi security options for the router’s WiFi network: • None. An open WiFi network that does not provide any security. Any WiFi device can join the selected WiFi network in the 5 GHz band of the WiFi network.

  • Page 59: Configure Wep Legacy Wifi Security

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Does your computer or mobile device display as an attached device? (See View Devices Currently on the Network on page 104.) If it does, it is connected to the network. • Are you using the correct network name (SSID) and password?
  • Page 60 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 6. In the Security Options section, select the WEP radio button. 7. From the Authentication Type menu, select one of the following types: • Automatic. Clients can use either Open System or Shared Key authentication.

  • Page 61: Configure Wpa/Wpa2 Enterprise Wifi Security

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 network that the router provides. Some WiFi devices automatically connect to the first open network without WiFi security that they discover. • If your computer or mobile device is trying to connect to your network with its old settings (before you changed the settings), update the WiFi network selection in your computer or mobile device to match the current settings for your network.
  • Page 62 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 5. In the Security Options section below either the Wireless Network (2.4GHz b/g/n) section or the Wireless Network (5GHz a/n/ac) section, select the WPA/WPA2 Enterprise radio button. 6. In the WPA/WPA2 Enterprise section, enter the settings as described in the following table.

  • Page 63: Use Wps To Add A Device To The Wifi Network

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • If your computer or mobile device is already connected to another WiFi network in your area, disconnect it from that WiFi network and connect it to the WiFi network that the router provides. Some WiFi devices automatically connect to the first open network without WiFi security that they discover.

  • Page 64: Use Wps With The Pin Method

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 A login window opens. 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > WPS Wizard.

  • Page 65: Manage The Basic Wifi Settings And Wifi Security Of The Guest Network

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > WPS Wizard. The page displays a description of the WPS method. 5. Click the Next button. The Add WPS Client page adjusts. The Push Button (recommended) radio button is selected by default.
  • Page 66 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 see View or Change the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security Settings on page 52. The channel also depends on the channel selection of the main WiFi network. The router provides two default guest networks with the following names (SSIDs): •...
  • Page 67 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Allow guests to see By default, WiFi clients that are connected to the 2.4 GHz WiFi band of the guest WiFi each other and access network cannot access WiFi devices or Ethernet devices that are connected to the main WiFi network.
  • Page 68 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 (Continued) Field Description Enable Guest Network By default, the guest WiFi network is disabled. To enable the guest WiFi network for an SSID in the 5 GHz WiFi band, select the appropriate Enable Guest Network check box.

  • Page 69: Enable Or Disable The Wifi Radios

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 7. Make sure that you can reconnect over WiFi to the guest network. If you cannot connect over WiFi, check the following: • If your computer or mobile device is already connected to another WiFi network in your area, disconnect it from that WiFi network and connect it to the WiFi network that the router provides.

  • Page 70: Chapter 6 Manage The Wan And Lan Network Settings

    Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings This chapter describes how you can manage the WAN and LAN network settings of the router. The chapter includes the following sections: • View or Change WAN Settings • Set Up a Default DMZ Server •...

  • Page 71: View Or Change Wan Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 View or Change WAN Settings You can view or configure wide area network (WAN) settings for the Internet port. To view or change the WAN settings: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the router network.

  • Page 72: Set Up A Default Dmz Server

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Set Up a Default DMZ Server The default DMZ server feature is helpful when you are using some online games and videoconferencing applications that are incompatible with Network Address Translation (NAT). The router is programmed to recognize some of these applications and to work correctly with them, but other applications might not function well.

  • Page 73: Manage Igmp Proxying

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage IGMP Proxying IGMP proxying allows a computer on the local area network (LAN) to receive the multicast traffic it is interested in from the Internet. If you do not need this feature, leave it disabled, which is the default setting.

  • Page 74: Manage Nat Filtering

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.

  • Page 75: Manage The Sip Application-Level Gateway

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 applications, or multimedia applications from functioning. By default, the Secured radio button is selected. • Open. Provides a much less secured firewall but allows almost all Internet applications to function. 6. Click the Apply button.

  • Page 76: Manage The Lan Ip Address Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage the LAN IP Address Settings The router is preconfigured to use private IP addresses on the LAN side and to act as a DHCP server. The router’s default LAN IP configuration is as follows: •...

  • Page 77: Manage The Router Information Protocol Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage the Router Information Protocol Settings Router Information Protocol (RIP) lets the router exchange routing information with other routers. By default, RIP is enabled in both directions (in and out) without a particular RIP version.

  • Page 78: Manage The Dhcp Server Address Pool

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage the DHCP Server Address Pool By default, the router acts as a Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) server. The router assigns IP, DNS server, and default gateway addresses to all computers that are connected to its LAN and WiFi network. The assigned default gateway address is the LAN address of the router.

  • Page 79: Manage Reserved Lan Ip Addresses

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 This IP address must be in the same subnet as the router. By default, the ending IP address is 192.168.1.254. 7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Manage Reserved LAN IP Addresses When you specify a reserved IP address for a computer on the LAN, that computer always receives the same IP address each time it accesses the router’s DHCP server.

  • Page 80: Change A Reserved Ip Address

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 7. Click the Add button. The reserved address is entered into the table on the LAN Setup page. The reserved address is not assigned until the next time the computer or device contacts the router’s DHCP server. Reboot the computer or device, or access its IP configuration and force a DHCP release and renew.

  • Page 81: Disable The Built-In Dhcp Server

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 A login window opens. 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.

  • Page 82: Change The Router's Device Name

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 5. Clear the Use Router as DHCP Server check box. 6. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Change the Router’s Device Name The router’s default device name is its model number. This device name displays in a file manager when you browse your network.

  • Page 83: Set Up And Manage Custom Static Routes

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Set Up and Manage Custom Static Routes Static routes provide detailed routing information to your router. Typically, you do not need to add static routes. You must configure static routes only for unusual cases such as when you use multiple routers or multiple IP subnets on your network.
  • Page 84 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Static Routes. The Static Routes page displays. 5. Click the Add button. The page adjusts. 6. To make the route private, select the Private check box.

  • Page 85: Change A Static Route

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Change a Static Route You can change an existing static route. To change a static route: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network. 2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.

  • Page 86: Set Up A Bridge For A Port Group Or Vlan Tag Group

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Static Routes. The Static Routes page displays. 5. In the Static Routes table, select the radio button for the route. 6. Click the Delete button.

  • Page 87: Set Up A Bridge For A Vlan Tag Group

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > VLAN / Bridge Settings. The VLAN / Bridge Settings page displays. 5. Select the Enable VLAN Tag check box. The page expands. 6. Select the By bridge group radio button.
  • Page 88 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 packets that are sent between the IPTV device and the router’s Internet port from being processed through the router’s Network Address Translation (NAT) service. You can add VLAN tag groups to a bridge and assign VLAN IDs and priority values to each VLAN tag group.

  • Page 89: Improve Network Connections With Universal Plug-N-Play

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Field Description Name Enter a name for the VLAN tag group. The name can be up to 10 characters. VLAN ID Enter a value from 1 to 4094. Priority Enter a value from 0 to 7.
  • Page 90 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > UPnP. The UPnP page displays. 5. Select the Turn UPnP On check box. By default, this check box is selected. You can disable or enable UPnP for automatic device configuration.

  • Page 91: Chapter 7 Manage The Router

    Manage the Router This chapter describes how you can manage the settings for administering and maintaining your router. The chapter includes the following sections: • Update the Firmware of the Router • Change the admin Password • Set Up Password Recovery •...

  • Page 92: Update The Firmware Of The Router

    The router firmware is stored in flash memory. You can check to see if new firmware is available and update the router to the new firmware. You can also visit the NETGEAR support website, download the firmware manually, and update the router to the new firmware.

  • Page 93: Manually Upload New Firmware And Update The Router

    To download new firmware manually and update your router: 1. Visit downloadcenter.netgear.com, locate the support page for your product, and download the new firmware. 2. Read the new firmware release notes to determine whether you must reconfigure the router after updating.

  • Page 94: Change The Admin Password

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The file ends in .chk. c. Select the firmware file. 8. Click the Upload button. WARNING: To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the upload. For example, do not close the browser, click a link, or load a new page. Do not turn off the router.

  • Page 95: Set Up Password Recovery

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Administration > Set Password.

  • Page 96: Recover The Admin Password

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 6. Select two security questions and provide answers to them. 7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Recover the admin Password To recover your password: 1. In the address field of your browser, enter http://www.routerlogin.net.

  • Page 97: Restore The Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 To back up the router’s configuration settings: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network. 2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net. A login window opens. 3. Enter the router user name and password.

  • Page 98: Return The Router To Its Factory Default Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 6. Click the Restore button. The configuration is uploaded to the router. When the restoration is complete, the router reboots. This process takes about two minutes. WARNING: To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the restoration.

  • Page 99: Erase The Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 WARNING: To avoid the risk of corrupting the firmware, do not interrupt the reset. For example, if you are connected to the router’s web page, do not close the browser, click a link, or load a new page. Do not turn off the router. Wait until the router finishes restarting and the Power LED turns solid green.

  • Page 100: View The Status And Statistics Of The Router

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 View the Status and Statistics of the Router You can view information about the router and its ports and the status of the Internet connection and WiFi network. In addition, you can view traffic statistics for the various ports.

  • Page 101: Display Internet Port Statistics

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Display Internet Port Statistics To display Internet port statistics: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network. 2. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net. A login window opens. 3. Enter the router user name and password.

  • Page 102: Check The Internet Connection Status

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 7. To stop the polling entirely, click the Stop button. Check the Internet Connection Status To check the Internet connection status: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 103: Manage The Activity Log

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 8. To close the window, click the Close Window button. Manage the Activity Log The log is a detailed record of the websites that users on your network accessed or attempted to access and many other router actions. Up to 256 entries are stored in the log.

  • Page 104: Specify Which Activities Are Logged

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Specify Which Activities Are Logged You can specify which activities are logged. To manage which activities are logged: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.
  • Page 105 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select Attached Devices. Wired devices are connected to the router with Ethernet cables. Wireless devices are connected to the router through the WiFi network, in either the 2.4 GHz band...

  • Page 106: Chapter 8 Manage The Advanced Wifi Features

    Manage the Advanced WiFi Features This chapter describes how you can manage the advanced WiFi features of the router. For information about the basic WiFi settings, see Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings on page 51. The chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 107: Set Up A Wifi Schedule

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Set Up a WiFi Schedule You can turn off the WiFi signal from your router at times when you do not need a WiFi connection. For example, you might turn it off for the weekend if you leave town. You can set up a separate WiFi schedule for each WiFi band.

  • Page 108: Manage The Wps Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage the WPS Settings Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) lets you join the WiFi network without typing the WiFi password. You can change the WPS default settings. To manage WPS settings: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 109: Manage Advanced Wifi Settings

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 For information about viewing this SSID and passphrase, see View or Change the Basic WiFi Settings and WiFi Security Settings on page 52. Clear a Keep Existing Wireless Settings check box only if you want to allow the WPS process to change the associated SSID and passphrase for WiFi access.

  • Page 110: Use The Router As A Wifi Access Point Only

    2347), and the preamble mode (the default is Long Preamble) are reserved for WiFi testing and advanced configuration only. CTS/RTS Threshold (1-2347) Do not change these settings unless directed by NETGEAR support or unless you are sure what the consequences are. Incorrect settings might disable the Preamble Mode WiFi function of the router unexpectedly.
  • Page 111 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 7. Scroll down and select the radio button for the IP address setting that you want to use: • Get dynamically from existing router. The other router on the network assigns an IP address to the router while the router functions in access point mode. This is the default setting.

  • Page 112: Chapter 9 Manage Port Forwarding And Port Triggering

    Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering You can use port forwarding and port triggering to set up rules for Internet traffic for services and applications. You need networking knowledge to set up these features. This chapter includes the following sections: •...

  • Page 113: Manage Port Forwarding To A Local Server For Services And Applications

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage Port Forwarding to a Local Server for Services and Applications If a server is part of your network, you can allow certain types of incoming traffic to reach the server. For example, you might want to make a local web server, FTP server, or game server visible and available to the Internet.

  • Page 114: Add A Port Forwarding Rule With A Custom Service Or Application

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 If the service or application that you want to add is not in the list, create a port forwarding rule with a custom service or application (see Add a Port Forwarding Rule With a Custom Service or Application on page 114).

  • Page 115: Change A Port Forwarding Rule

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Field Description Service Name Enter the name of the custom service or application. Service Type Select the protocol (TCP or UDP) that is associated with the service or application. If you are unsure, select TCP/UDP.

  • Page 116: Remove A Port Forwarding Rule

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding / Port Triggering. The Port Forwarding / Port Triggering page displays. 5. Make sure that the Port Forwarding radio button is selected.

  • Page 117: Application Example: Make A Local Web Server Public

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Application Example: Make a Local Web Server Public If you host a web server on your local network, you can use port forwarding to allow web requests from anyone on the Internet to reach your web server.

  • Page 118: Manage Port Triggering For Services And Applications

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Manage Port Triggering for Services and Applications Port triggering is a dynamic extension of port forwarding that is useful in these cases: • An application must use port forwarding to more than one local computer (but not simultaneously).
  • Page 119 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 5. Select the Port Triggering radio button. The port triggering settings display. 6. Click the Add Service button. The Port Triggering Rules page displays. 7. Specify a new port triggering rule with a custom service or application as described in the following table.

  • Page 120: Change A Port Triggering Rule

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Change a Port Triggering Rule You can change an existing port triggering rule. To change a port triggering rule: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.

  • Page 121: Specify The Time-Out For Port Triggering

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Select ADVANCED > Advanced Setup > Port Forwarding / Port Triggering.

  • Page 122: Disable Port Triggering

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 7. Click the Apply button. Your settings are saved. Disable Port Triggering By default, port triggering is enabled. You can disable port triggering temporarily without removing any port triggering rules. To disable port triggering: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device device that is connected to the network.
  • Page 123 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 you can tell the router, “When you initiate a session with destination port 6667, you must also allow incoming traffic on port 113 to reach the originating computer.” The following sequence shows the effects of this port triggering rule: 1.

  • Page 124: Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter provides information to help you diagnose and solve problems you might experience with your router. If you do not find the solution here, check the NETGEAR support site at netgear.com/support for product and contact information. The chapter contains the following sections: •...

  • Page 125: Reboot The Router From Its Web Interface

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Reboot the Router From Its Web Interface You or NETGEAR technical support can reboot the router from its web interface, either locally or remotely, for example, when the router seems to be unstable or is not operating normally.

  • Page 126: Check Ethernet Cable Connections

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Check Ethernet Cable Connections If your device does not power on, make sure that the Ethernet cables are securely plugged in. The Internet LED on the router is lit if the Ethernet cable connecting the router and the modem is plugged in securely and the modem and router are turned on.

  • Page 127: Power Led Is Off Or Blinking

    • Make sure that the power adapter is securely connected to your router and securely connected to a working power outlet. • Make sure that you are using the power adapter that NETGEAR supplied for this product. • If the Power LED blinks slowly and continuously, the router firmware might be corrupted.

  • Page 128: Wifi Led Is Off

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 • Make sure that power is turned on to the connected modem and connected devices. • Be sure that you are using the correct cables. When you connect the router’s WAN port to a modem, use the cable that was supplied with the modem.

  • Page 129: You Cannot Access The Internet

    To check the WAN IP address: 1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network. 2. Select an external site such as netgear.com. 3. Enter http://www.routerlogin.net. A login window opens. 4. Enter the router user name and password.

  • Page 130: Troubleshoot Pppoe

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 If your router is still unable to obtain an IP address from the ISP, the problem might be one of the following: • Your Internet service provider (ISP) might require a login program. Ask your ISP whether they require PPP over Ethernet (PPPoE) or some other type of login.

  • Page 131: Troubleshoot Internet Browsing

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 A login window opens. 3. Enter the router user name and password. The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are case-sensitive. The BASIC Home page displays. 4. Click the ADVANCED tab.

  • Page 132: Changes Are Not Saved

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 and select Tools > Internet Options, click the Connections tab, and select the Never dial a connection. Other browsers provide similar options. Changes Are Not Saved If the router does not save the changes that you make on the router web pages, do the following: •...

  • Page 133: Troubleshoot Your Network Using The Ping Utility

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Troubleshoot Your Network Using the Ping Utility Most network devices and routers contain a ping utility that sends an echo request packet to the designated device. The device then responds with an echo reply. You can easily troubleshoot a network using the ping utility in your computer or workstation.

  • Page 134: Test The Path From Your Computer To A Remote Device

    AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Test the Path From Your Computer to a Remote Device To test the path from your computer to a remote device: 1. From the Windows toolbar, click the Start button and select Run. 2. In the Windows Run window, type ping -n 10 <IP address>...
  • Page 135 Supplemental Information This appendix includes technical information about your router. The appendix covers the following topics: • Factory Settings on page 136 • Technical Specifications on page 139...
  • Page 136 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Factory Settings You can reset the router to the factory default settings that are shown in the following table. For more information about resetting the router to its factory settings, see Return the Router to Its Factory Default Settings on page 98.
  • Page 137 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Table 4. Router factory default settings (Continued) Feature Default Setting Firewall and WAN security Inbound (communications Disabled (except traffic on port 80, the HTTP port) coming in from the Internet) Outbound Enabled (all) (communications going...
  • Page 138 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Table 4. Router factory default settings (Continued) Feature Default Setting Allow guests to access Disabled main network General WiFi settings Radio transmission power 100%, nonconfigurable 20/40 MHz coexistence Enabled Fragmentation length 2346 CTS/RTS threshold 2347...
  • Page 139 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Technical Specifications The following table shows the technical specifications for the router. Table 5. Router specifications Feature Description Data and routing protocols TCP/IP, RIP-1, RIP-2, DHCP, PPPoE, UPnP, and SMB Power adapter North America: 120V, 60 Hz, input All regions: 12V @ 1.0A output...
  • Page 140 AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080 Table 5. Router specifications (Continued) Feature Description Operating frequency range 2.4 GHz band • US: 2.412–2.462 GHz • Europe: 2.412–2.472 GHz • Australia: 2.412–2.472 GHz • China: 2.412–2.472 GHz 5 GHz band • US: 5.18–5.24 + 5.745–5.825 GHz •...

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