Where can I change the user name admin?

[antinode · Accepted solution]

> [...] I don't see how to add a user to use instead of admin. [...]

   Netgear doesn't provide a way to do that.

> [...] I am concerned with security. [...]

   Ok.  Please explain how a different user name would improve security
more than using a longer password.

[antinode]

> Model: R6700v2|Nighthawk AC1750 Smart WiFi Router

   Is that accurate?  Firmware version?

> Where can I change the user name admin?

   Perhaps on some other router, or with some future firmware version on
your router?

   If you think that using a different user name for the administrator
account would improve security, them you might consider adding your
proposed alternative user name to your current "admin" password.

[tedio]

The firmware is V1.0.2.60_10.0.44, The hardware is R6700v3. I am concerned with security. I don't see how to add a user to use instead of admin.

[antinode · Accepted solution]

> [...] I don't see how to add a user to use instead of admin. [...]

   Netgear doesn't provide a way to do that.

> [...] I am concerned with security. [...]

   Ok.  Please explain how a different user name would improve security
more than using a longer password.

[tedio]

You already know the answer to that but I except your answer. Only wish they would add the feature in a future release. Thank you for your reply.

[William10a]

I agree being able to change the admin name would close off an entry point on your network but untill the firmware allows it we are sick with the same  issue.

[schumaku]

No, it would be just security by obscurity. Like the heroes moving the default ports to other random port numbers.