Operation Manual

The NETGEAR Up app is available for iOS and Android mobile devices.
To install your router using the NETGEAR Up app:
1. Cable your router.
For more information, see Cable Your Router on page 17.
2. On your iOS or Android mobile device, go to the app store, search for NETGEAR Up, and download
the app.
3. On your iOS or Android mobile device, tap Settings > Wi-Fi and find and connect to your router’s WiFi
network.
Your router’s WiFi network name (SSID) and network key (password) are on the router label.
4. Launch the NETGEAR Up app on your mobile device.
5. Follow the instructions that display on the app to install your router and connect to the Internet.
Access the Router With the NETGEAR genie App
The genie app is the easy dashboard for managing, monitoring, and repairing your home network.The genie
app can help you with the following:
• Automatically repair common WiFi network problems.
• Easily manage router features like guest access, Internet traffic meter, speed test, and more.
To use the genie app to access the router:
1. Visit the NETGEAR genie web page at netgear.com/genie.
2. Follow the instructions on the page to install the app on your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
3. Launch the genie app.
The genie app dashboard displays.
Connect to the Network and Access the Router
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XR500 Nighthawk Pro Gaming Router