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McFlyDK
Aspirant
Mar 29, 2019

Torrent Downloader?

Hi guys.   I've just purchased a XR700, and have connected an USB HDD to the USB 3.0 plug. I want to run a torrent downloading tool on the router, for downloading to the USB (like Transmission on...
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schumaku
Guru - Experienced User
Mar 29, 2019
McFlyDK wrote:

I want to run a torrent downloading tool on the router, for downloading to the USB (like Transmission on other Netgear routers and Downloadmaster on ASUS routers). Where do I find this option in the XR700 (DumaOS)?

No such feature on the Netgear Pro Gaming routers I'm afraid.

 

McFlyDK wrote:

Also: How do I customize the content on the Dashboard? (I accidently removed the WiFi window, and can find anywhere to restore it).

Start with the "Pin" icon .... FMI DumaOS Optimal Settings Guide: Dashboard, Network Monitor and Device Manager

 

  • McFlyDK's avatar
    McFlyDK
    Aspirant
    Mar 29, 2019

    Thanks very much for the quick reply!

    Do you know of any "workaround" to use the router to download torrents to USB?

    • Netduma_Jack's avatar
      Netduma_Jack
      NetDuma Partner
      Apr 02, 2019

      I don't think it's possible unfortunately

      • schumaku's avatar
        schumaku
        Guru - Experienced User
        Apr 02, 2019

        No way to add-in or pack some popular BT builds (especially the "lighter" ones) as a DumaOS R-Apps Netduma_Jack ? That woud be a real break-through ...

  • lextheimpaler's avatar
    lextheimpaler
    Aspirant
    Apr 03, 2019

    There is for the r9000