How to Setup Netgear R6350 Router?
The Nighthawk R6350 WiFi router is a AC1750 networking device, which setup is pretty easy. The router setup starts from the cabling the router with your modem and configure it through the different method: Nighthawk app or web-interface. we will provide all information about the setup in this post, So, Let’s dive in:
Netgear R6350 Setup
How to Cable the Router?
The router to modem connection is established with the help of the Ethernet cable. So, at first disconnect the modem from power and place the router near it. Now, apply these steps:
- Plug the cable into the LAN port of the modem and router’s WAN port.
- Turn the devices on by connecting their respective power adapter to the power outlet.
Now, configure the WiFi router to create the new network with its username and password, which you can do either from phone or computer.
How to Configure Router via Computer?
To configure through computer, you need admin login URL or IP address of the router, admin default password, and PC linked with router via cable.
- After a connection between the router and computer, go into the web browser.
- Then, enter the login URL routerlogin.net or Ip address 192.168.1.1 in the address bar and search it.
- A Netgear login page will open, wherein you have to enter the router admin username and password (default).
- Majorly the Nighthawk default admin login username and password are: Username: admin
Password: password - Or you can check the details from the router’s back label.
- Type the details and access the interface. Here, create the Netgear account first and then on the next page enter the WiFi username and password to create the new network.
- Click SAVE button, so that the router will apply all settings and create a new network.
After that you can easily join the router’s new network.
How to Configure Router via Phone?
The other method of router setup is via phone (Nighthawk app). Start with connecting your phone with internet and download the Netgear Nighthawk app from the Play Store or App Store.
- After downloading the app, open it and access it through the Netgear account, if you don’t have that, create a new one.
- Enter the Email ID and tap ‘Get Verification Code’. The code will be sent to your registered Email ID.
- Type the code and access the app dashboard. Tap Setup New Device and choose WiFi Router.
- The app will instruct you to connect the phone with the router’s network. Tap Next after the connection.
- On the next page, enter the WiFi name and password. Select SAVE button and wait for the router to restart.
After that, you will see a new network on the Wi-Fi list of your device, to connect just use the password that you have created at the time of the setup.
Change Admin Password
It is most advised thing to the users that they change the Nighthawk router login admin interface password for security reasons. To change the admin login password, access to the interface from computer.
- Locate and open the settings in the interface or app.
- Choose Admin option.
- Change the admin password and click SAVE.
Update Nighthawk R6350 WiFi Router
To update the Nighthawk R6350 WiFi router, go into its interface via routerlogin.net or IP address 192.168.1.1. Then follow some steps:
- Open settings in the interface.
- Find and select Firmware.
- Click Check For Updates
- If the new update is available then click Install button.
The Conclusion
In conclusion, the Netgear Nighthawk R6350 AC1750 router is capable of delivering speeds up to 1750 Mbps across your home when set up correctly. By following the simple steps outlined in this guide, you can enjoy seamless and reliable WiFi connectivity throughout your space.
FAQs
You can use WPS method to connect the extender with the router. Just follow:
- Plug the extender nearby router.
- Press the extender’s WPS button.
- Press the router’s WPS button.
- Wait for a few seconds and then you can connect with the extended network.