Change The Mtu Size - NETGEAR Nighthawk D7000 User Manual

Nighthawk AC1900 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Model D7000
MTU
1436
1400

Change the MTU Size

Warning
An incorrect MTU setting can cause Internet communication problems. For
example, you might not be able to access certain websites, frames within
websites, secure login pages, or FTP or POP servers. Change the MTU only
if you are sure that it is necessary for your ISP connection.
To change the MTU size:
1. Launch an Internet browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2. Type http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
3. Enter the modem router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are
case-sensitive.
4. Click the OK button.
The BASIC Home page displays.
5. Select ADVANCED > Setup > WAN Setup.
The WAN Setup page displays.
6. In the MTU Size field, enter a value from 616 to 1500.
The normal MTU (maximum transmit unit) value for most Ethernet networks is 1500 bytes, 1492 bytes
for PPPoE connections, or 1436 for PPTP connections.
7. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
Application
Used in PPTP environments or with VPN.
Maximum size for AOL DSL.
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