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NETGEAR R6200 Installation Manual

Dual band 11ac wifi router
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Technical Support

Thank you for selecting NETGEAR products.
After installing your device, locate the serial number on the label
of your product and use it to register your product at
http://www.NETGEAR.com/register.
Registration is required
before you can use NETGEAR telephone support service.
NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the
NETGEAR website.
Visit
http://support.netgear.com
for product updates and web
support.
NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR
support resources.
NETGEAR, Inc.
350 East Plumeria Drive
San Jose, CA 95134, USA
December 2012
Dual Band 11ac WiFi Router R6200

Installation Guide

Package Contents

The box should contain the following items. If any items are
incorrect, missing, or damaged, contact your NETGEAR dealer.
Ethernet cable
Power adapter
Dual Band WiFi Router
Note:
In some regions, a resource
CD is included with your
product.
Important: Be sure to remove the plastic
film from the router before using it.

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  • Page 1: Technical Support

    NETGEAR recommends registering your product through the NETGEAR website. Visit http://support.netgear.com for product updates and web support. NETGEAR recommends that you use only the official NETGEAR Ethernet cable support resources. Power adapter Dual Band WiFi Router Note: In some regions, a resource NETGEAR, Inc.
  • Page 2 Internet port. DSL or cable Internet Router 4. Connect 3. Power on Modem a computer. the router. © NETGEAR, Inc. All rights reserved. 5. Launch a browser. Intended for indoor use only in all EU member states, EFTA states, and Switzerland...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Install Your Router 2 Prepare your modem. 2 Connect your modem. 2 Power on the router. 3 Connect a computer. 3 Launch a browser. 4 Preset Wireless Security 4 Wireless Network Settings 5 Add Wireless Devices to the Network 6 WPS Method 6 Manual Method 6 Access the Router to Make More Changes 7...

  • Page 4: Install Your Router

    Install Your Router Make sure that your Internet service is active before you install the router. Follow steps 1 through 5. 1. Prepare your modem. a. Unplug your modem’s power. DSL or cable b. If the modem has a battery backup, remove its batteries.

  • Page 5: Power On The Router

    3. Power on the router. Router On/Off Modem a. Connect the power adapter to the router and plug the power adapter into an outlet. b. Before going to Step 4, wait for the Wireless LED on the front panel of the router to light. If none of the LEDs on the front panel are lit, press the Power On/Off button on the rear panel of the router.

  • Page 6: Launch A Browser

    This information is on the product label. NETGEAR recommends that you do not change the preset SSID or password. If you do change the settings, the security SSID and password on the bottom of the product no longer apply.

  • Page 7: Wireless Network Settings

    Wireless Network Settings Record the default preset wireless settings that are printed on the label here for easy reference. WiFi network name (SSID): Network key (password): If you change the default settings, record them here for easy reference, and then store this booklet in a safe place: WiFi network name (SSID): Network key (password): To retrieve or update your wireless password, type...

  • Page 8: Add Wireless Devices To The Network

    This utility scans for all wireless networks in your area. Look for the preset NETGEAR WiFi network name (SSID) and select it. The SSID is located on the product label on the router. Note: If you changed the name of your network during the setup process, look for that network name.

  • Page 9: Access The Router To Make More Changes

    Access the Router to Make More Changes After you use NETGEAR genie to set up the router, you can log in to the router to view its settings or make changes.  To log in to the router: Launch a web browser from a computer or wireless devices that is connected to the router.
  • Page 10 Select Administration > Set Password to display the Set Password screen: Type your old password, and type the new password twice. NETGEAR recommends that you use the password recovery feature when you change your password. Select the Enable Password Recovery check box.

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting

    Note: If your USB device requires a power supply, you must use it when connecting your USB device to a NETGEAR router or gateway. It might take up to 2 minutes before the USB drive is ready for sharing after it is connected to the router.

  • Page 12: Other Features

    Other Features For additional features, including Live Parental Controls, traffic metering, ReadySHARE, guest access, and more, log in to your router at http://routerlogin.net. Download the free Desktop NETGEAR genie from www.NETGEAR.com/genie. WiFi Connection Internet Router Settings STATUS...
  • Page 13 Trademarks NETGEAR, the NETGEAR logo, and Connect with Innovation are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of NETGEAR, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries. Information is subject to change without notice. Other brand and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.

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