Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings
By default, the router functions as a ReadyDLNA media server, which lets you view movies and photos on
DLNA/UPnP AV-compliant media players, such as Xbox360, Playstation, and NETGEAR media players.
To specify media server settings:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter http://www.routerlogin.net.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the router user name and password.
The user name is admin. The default password is password. The user name and password are
case-sensitive.
The BASIC Home page displays.
4.
Select ADVANCED > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5.
Click the Media Server tab.
6.
Specify the settings:
•
Enable DLNA Media Server. Select this check box to enable this device to function as a media
server.
•
Enable TiVo support. Select this check box if you want to play USB or ReadyNAS media on your
TiVo device. See
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
on page 107.
For information about enabling iTunes Server, see
Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes
on page 105.
7.
Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.
8.
To specify a new device name (which also functions as the media server name) for the router, do the
following:
Use the Router as a Media Server
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Nighthawk AC1900 Smart WiFi Router Model R6900P