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Tshotton12345
Dec 16, 2024Aspirant
Mr5200
Hello I hope someone can help I have a mr5200 nighthawk and trying to access it remotely as in away from the network, been trying to use Netgear insight portal but getting nowhere even though there si...
plemans
Dec 17, 2024Guru - Experienced User
usually hotspots need the mobile app for access. Not sure if you'll be able to set it up since you aren't there for initial connection though.
https://www.netgear.com/support/product/netgear-mobile-app/
Tshotton12345
Dec 17, 2024Aspirant
I am there but just want to be able to access it remotely at any time
- plemansDec 18, 2024Guru - Experienced User
Try it.
Install it, turn off the wifi and see if you can manage it. I've never really tried.
- schumakuDec 22, 2024Guru - Experienced User
plemans wrote:
Install it, turn off the wifi and see if you can manage it. I've never really tried.
Both options should be possible, while connected to the same LAN (using discover), or while able accessing the Internet (over the serial number).
Also give the Insight App a try Tshotton12345 please.