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Spolk's avatar
Spolk
Tutor
Aug 02, 2018

AC800S - Lock access to touch screen?

I've got to be missing something obvious, but is there a way to lock the touch screen on the Optus AC800S?

 

I've switched off the display of the wifi name and password, but as it stands, anyone can wander up to the modem and access this info from the WiFi menu using the touch screen.

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8 Replies

  • NobO's avatar
    NobO
    Aspirant
    Nov 03, 2018

    Have just purchased the AC800s through OPTUS (Aus) and have exactly the same question. Seems illogical to not be able to lock the home screen.

    • Blanca_O's avatar
      Blanca_O
      NETGEAR Employee Retired
      Nov 06, 2018

      Hi Spolk and NobO

       

      Welcome to NETGEAR Community! 

       

      Please access AC800S web user interface then go to Wi-Fi > Options. Look for an option that will allow you to Hide/Show WiFi Info on Home. 

       

      Regards, 
      Blanca 
      Community Team

       

      • Spolk's avatar
        Spolk
        Tutor
        Nov 06, 2018
        I want to lock the screen.

        The hidden password can still be accessed from the modem itself.

        How do I stop someone accessing the modem settings from the home screen?