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3645 TopicsFeature request: DNS privacy
While it's great that we can designate our own DNS servers on the routers, instead of just using the ones provided by our ISPs, it would be even better if you could integrate DNS-over-TLS and/or DNS-over-HTTPS into the firmware. This would allow us to query DNS servers (e.g., Cloudflare's 1.1.1.1 or Google's 8.8.8.8) without our ISPs being able to monitor our requests, giving us confidentiality from our ISPs and anyone along the path between our LAN and the DNS server; without our requests being able to be changed, ensuring integrity in the replies; and without having to run a separate service or piece of hardware on our networks for this purpose, increasing availability, at least from a certain perspective, as not everyone has the resources or ability to run their own local DNS server capable of using one of these two standards.17KViews82likes33CommentsFeature Request: Block or allow individual devices based on time schedule
I have an R7500 Nighthawk router that works beautifully. But one feature I miss is the ability to block individual devices based on a time schedule. There is a feature to block ALL devices on a time schedule, but not individual devices. Please consider adding that feature. For example, I want to block my 2 kids Ipods between 9pm and 7am on school nights, and 10pm and 7am on weekends, and allow all other devices. Unless I'm missing something, this is not currently possible461KViews71likes55CommentsAttached Device Icons
Hi, I have a lot of devices attached to my router. I try to keep things organized so I can see what is attached in the Attached Devices screen. Can Netgear please add the option to upload a custom icon so one can upload an icon given the current icon set is pretty outdated it seems. Either that or can you please add icons for: Amazon Echo Amazon Echo Dot Amazon Fire Amazon Fire Stick Ring Doorbell Roku Ring Chime Logitech Harmony Samsung SmartThings At the least, can you please add generic icons for: Thermostats Doorbells Smart Assistants (Amazon Echo, Google Home, etc)57KViews61likes40CommentsUpdate/Refresh Netgear Genie Program
PLEASE update the Genie program. It is so slow, clunky, outdated, and ugly. It's really pathetic, especially in the vain of more expensive hardware. The user experience does not match the price. It's like buying a Mercedes but the seats are made of cheap cloth. If I spend hundreds of dollars on a top of the line product, I expect the software to be excellent. Other companies have much better software. Catch up.223KViews37likes21CommentsNext Orbi Firmware must allow guests to see each other but not access Lan
The Orbi Guest Network settings has checkbox option for, "Allow guests to see each other and access my local network". These TWO options must be separated as other routers do. Others before me have pointed out how having these two options treated as one is a security flaw, and defeats the whole point of having a GUEST network. Guests may want to play games with other, use their wireless printer or connect their phones to Chromecast. They should be be able to do this without having access to the entire main network. I hope that the next firmware remedies this.31KViews32likes11CommentsGS1xxE and their PoE equivalents. Getting them an IP using DHCP on a specific vlan.
Hello to anyone taking the time to read this. I have close to a dozen netgear GS1xxE switches at my home and various family member's homes by now and swear by the things. Vlan tagging is a must for our various setups and these switches haven't disapointed yet. However , when it comes to configuring them, the fact one is incapable of selecting the vlan on which the things do their DHCP negotiating forces me to use fixed IP's. In essence this isn't all that bad. But adding this to the firmware isn't something unreasonable to ask I would think. http://i.imgur.com/JZEvBx4.png http://i.imgur.com/p9evrYY.png Thanks in advance for taking the time to reply. If you also think this slight oversight should be rectified please do reply.70KViews21likes16CommentsTop NETGEAR FAQs - Support and End of Service
We understand that a primary reason you might be visiting the NETGEAR Community is that you are looking for answers to your support questions for NETGEAR WiFi Routers, Firmware, and setup procedures for your NETGEAR Products. We are here to help and want to get you to an answer as quickly as possible! We’ve dug into NETGEAR’s support knowledge base to find some of the most commonly asked questions and answers in regards to our products. For most of you, these links will get you the information you need to help solve your problem and get the most out of your NETGEAR product. And, if you didn't find what you’re looking for--or if you just want to chat about networking in general--please post a thread with your question or comments here in NETGEAR Community! Top NETGEAR Support Articles: How do I log in to my NETGEAR wireless router? We highly recommend you use the NETGEAR Nighthawk or Orbi app to access and monitor your router. In addition you can login via a web interface. How do I find my device’s MAC address? A MAC address might be needed for various networking tasks. Unlike an IP address, a device MAC does not change. How do I set a static IP address in Windows? Some networking situations require you to have a static or unchanging IP address. Click the article to learn more. Finding your IP address without using the command prompt It is useful to know your IP address for many networking tasks. This article can help if you don't have access or experience with the Windows command prompt. How do I reconnect my NETGEAR WiFi range extender to my home network? WiFi Range extenders are the primary way to improve WiFi, especially if you're happy with your existing router, or use your ISP’s router/modem. Why is routerlogin.com or routerlogin.net not working? Sometimes you may have trouble accessing your router via routerlogin.com this will help troubleshoot those situations. What is the difference between 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless frequencies? Quick answer is that 5ghz is faster, but might have less range and 2.4Ghz is a bit slower, but sometimes more reliable. Learn more and choose the right speed for your situation! How do I use access control to allow or block devices from accessing the Internet on my Nighthawk router? Trying to boot your neighbor or improve bandwidth for your most important devices? Check out the article. How do I set up my NETGEAR WiFi Range Extender? WiFi Range Extenders have their own methods of setup vs. your home router. Get familiar with this support article. What do the LEDs on my Orbi router and satellite mean? What are those little lights on your router for? Look no further than this article! How do I update the firmware on my NETGEAR router with the Nighthawk app? Keeping NETGEAR Firmware up to date is important to ensure you have all the latest features and security updates. Lean more. Do you have a favorite KB article to add to our list above? Let us know in the comments below. Need more help? Visit the NETGEAR Support page and search for your model number, or details on your question. Visit here to search the NETGEAR Community pages.Solved153KViews19likes1CommentNighthawk M5 MR5100-1Z1MES useless In Middle East
Good day NETGEAR COMMUNITY ! , First of all, We are in big trouble because a lot of people In Middle East They didn't get the new update : Model: MR5100-1Z1MES Firmware Version : NTGX55_12.04.12.01 GUI Version: MR5100-1Z1MES_04.02.197.00 HW Version: 1.1 _________________________________________________________________ Most of people stuck on version : 10.12.13.0 & 10.28.02.00 Which is very old version and you cannot change band option's from the router ! You shall to change It from 192.168.1.1 ! Also, when you tried to check for updates It's give you UP TO DATE ! _________________________________________________________________ Is it difficult for a large and leading company in the field of routers like Netgear to Push an OTA update 12.04.12.01 to all owners of the MR5100-1Z1MES model ? By the way .... The vendor not cooperate at all In Middle EastSolved