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Forum Discussion
Steve-AES
Jan 23, 2026Aspirant
Access Control Security Issue
Why has the Access control feature been removed from the security tab in the web interface? I found this very useful in controlling who and what devices could connect to my Nighthawk WiFi 6 mesh set...
CrimpOn
Jan 24, 2026Guru - Experienced User
I often wonder "why?" about Netgear decisions. Unless something is part of a marketing campaign, most companies provide no explanations and customers are left to speculate.
Why do security cameras and televisions often come with 100Mbps Ethernet adapters rather than gigabit adapters? hmmm...
- These devices require less than 100Mbps data rate, and
- 100Mbps adapters probably cost less than gigabit adapters, so.....
- But does the manufacturer print anything explaining why they made this decision. Nope.
My take is
- There is a clear trend toward smartphone apps to manage everything. Some companies do not include web interface in their WiFi routers at all. Why spend money to modify/maintain the web interface when so many customers would prefer to use the app?
- Netgear clearly wants customers to subscribe (i.e. pay every year) to Armor and Smart Parental Controls (SPC), so making those apps available only through the smartphone app is a way to push customers toward the app.
But, Why? No one outside Netgear knows.
p.s. Checked an RBR750 (WiFi6) Still present in the web interface.