How to update router firmware through your browser's admin panel If your router doesn’t come with a mobile app, or you can’t download the update through the app, you can typically rely on the router's built-in admin panel web app. To do this, you need to access the router's admi...
To determine if your router needs a firmware update, check the manufacturer’s website for any available updates. You can also check your router’s user manual or settings to see if there is a built-in update feature. Some routers may even notify you when a firmware update is available. ...
For this story, I'm going to set up a VPN access on my home router, which is aNetgear Mesh Orbi. Since the firmware for every router is different, your steps will certainly vary from the ones I describe for my unit. But you should still be able to follow along and get this process...
You're logged in when you see your Orbi network information. Sometimes, when you set up a new router, you’ll be prompted to update the username and password. You should do this. If you changed it and forgot what you set it to, you may need to reset the credentials. Resetting your...
It is not that uncommon to see your Xfinity router blinking green. Usually, this green light is closely connected to internet connectivity problems, so before you start fixing the problem, it’s good to know what it actually means. So, let’s begin! Why Is My Xfinity Router Blinking Green...
Some extenders, like the Orbi Outdoor, are weatherproof and designed to extend your Wi-Fi signal outside. Chris Monroe/CNET That sounds a lot like a mesh system. How is a router and a few extenders different? Essentially, they are the same. However, the units in a Wi-Fi system are ...
how to set location when wifi is off My Mac mini is connected to the internet through ethernet. I have to turn off my wifi because it interferes with my bluetooth devices, i.e., my mouse is less erratic when the wifi is off. However, I can't get maps, weather, or any app that ...
In some cases, my Intel BE200 adapters caused these AMD-based machines to freeze during the initial boot, an indication that the incompatibility, if not by design, was at the BIOS level rather than a software driver issue. It’s worth noting, though, that I also haven’t done an exhaust...
[Update #6, May 20, 2019– Anti-malware is a theme of this update, with Plume SuperPods, Orbi, and Linksys Velop all joining the club with solid offerings in this regard. eero and Plume both solved their LAN persistence problems, keeping your Wi-Fi alive even if your Internet connection...
Why you want to reset a Netgear router MostNetgear routers(androutersin general) are password protected. The first time you plug one in and connect to the internet, you have to use the login credentials printed on the device’s sticker, usually located on the underside. Once you’re in, ...