I've just installed a new router (RBR750 + RBS750) and turn on the access control with a short list of allowed devices. I tested it by loggin on from a PC that is not on the access list with expectation that it'll be rejected. But no, the PC is added to the "attached device" list with the "Allow" green mark.
I've been using access control for at least 8 years on your old router (R6200) and it has no problem blocking devices that are not on the list. But this is simply doesn't work. Here is my seting.
Model: RBR750
Firmware: V3.2.16.6
Advanced>>Security>>Access Control>>Check on "Turn on access control"
Access Rule: "Block on all new devices from connecting"
Press "Apply" button still doesnt' reflect the change sometime. So I even rebooted the router. Still the same.
If we can't fix this, I may need to return the router.
Thank you for the info. I've also opened the case wtih Netgear and got a response that I don't feel comfortable.
<cut & paste from their reply> .... Using the access control feature it is to block devices from connecting to your router’s Internet connection. Blocking devices with access control only blocks them from accessing the Internet. Devices can still access your router’s local network and communicate with your connected devices.
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I tested it and it's true. I used access control more to prevent unknown device to hack into my local device rather than limit internet bandwidth. So this current method doesn't work for me.
I tested it and it's true. I used access control more to prevent unknown device to hack into my local device rather than limit internet bandwidth. So this current method doesn't work for me.
You can use firewall rules to block the devices you want protected
