NETGEAR AC1000 User Manual

Application Example: Make a Local Web Server Public
If you host a web server on your local network, you can use port forwarding to allow
web requests from anyone on the Internet to reach your web server.
To make a local web server public:
1.
Assign your web server either a fixed IP address or a dynamic IP address using DHCP
address reservation.
In this example, your router always gives your web server an IP address of
192.168.1.33.
2.
On the Port Forwarding / Port Triggering page, configure the router to forward the
HTTP service to the local address of your web server at 192.168.1.33.
HTTP (port 80) is the standard protocol for web servers.
How the Router Implements the Port Forwarding Rule
The following sequence shows the effects of a port forwarding rule:
1. When you enter the URL www.example.com in your browser, the browser sends a
web page request message with the following destination information:
•
Destination address. The IP address of www.example.com, which is the address
of your router.
•
Destination port number. 80, which is the standard port number for a web server
process.
2.
The router receives the message and finds your port forwarding rule for incoming
port 80 traffic.
3. The router changes the destination IP address in the message to 192.168.1.123 and
sends the message to that computer.
4. Your web server at IP address 192.168.1.123 receives the request and sends a reply
message to your router.
5.
Your router performs Network Address Translation (NAT) on the source IP address
and sends the reply through the Internet to the computer or mobile device device
that sent the web page request.
User Manual117Manage Port Forwarding and
Port Triggering
AC1000 WiFi Router Model R6080

NETGEAR AC1000 Specifications

General

WiFi Performance	AC1000 (300 + 700 Mbps)
WiFi Range	Medium to large homes
Beamforming	No
Antennas	2 external antennas
WiFi Technology	802.11ac
USB Ports	1 (USB 2.0)
Security	WPA/WPA2
Number of Ethernet Ports	4 (10/100 Mbps)
Weight	265 g

Summary

Chapter 2 Connect to the Network and Access the Router

Connect to the Router

Methods for connecting devices to the router via Ethernet cable or WiFi network.

Use a Web Browser to Access the Router

Steps to access the router's web interface for configuration and status checks.

Chapter 3 Specify Your Internet Settings

Use the Internet Setup Wizard

Guidance on using the setup wizard to automatically configure Internet connection settings.

Manually Set Up the Internet Connection

Detailed steps for manually configuring various types of Internet connection settings.

Specify an IPv6 Internet Connection

Configuration options for setting up different types of IPv6 Internet connections.

Chapter 4 Control Access to the Internet

Enable Access Control

How to enable and configure access control rules to allow or block device internet access.

Manage Network Access Control Lists

Procedures for managing lists of allowed or blocked devices on the network.

Use Keywords to Block Internet Sites

Chapter 5 Manage the Basic WiFi Network Settings

Manage Main WiFi Network Settings and Security

Configuration of basic WiFi settings and security for the main wireless network.

Use WPS to Add a Device to the WiFi Network

Manage Guest WiFi Network Settings and Security

Setup and configuration of a separate WiFi network for guests.

Chapter 6 Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings

View or Change WAN Settings

Configuration options for the Wide Area Network (WAN) or Internet connection.

Set Up a Default DMZ Server

Manage LAN IP Address Settings

Configuration of the router's local IP address and subnet mask.

Manage the DHCP Server Address Pool

Manage Reserved LAN IP Addresses

Chapter 7 Manage the Router

Update the Firmware of the Router

Procedures for checking and installing new router firmware for updates and bug fixes.

Change the Admin Password

Steps to change the default administrator password for router login.

Set Up Password Recovery

Recover the Admin Password

Manage the Configuration File of the Router

Return the Router to Its Factory Default Settings

Resetting the router to its original factory default configuration.

Chapter 9 Manage Port Forwarding and Port Triggering

Manage Port Forwarding for Services and Applications

Setting up rules to forward incoming traffic to specific local servers or applications.

Manage Port Triggering for Services and Applications

Chapter 10 Troubleshooting

Reboot the Router From Its Web Interface

Troubleshoot With the LEDs

You Cannot Log In to the Router

Solutions for issues preventing access to the router's web interface.

You Cannot Access the Internet

Diagnosing and resolving problems with Internet connectivity.

Troubleshoot WiFi Connectivity

Steps to diagnose and resolve problems with connecting to the WiFi network.