Product Information
What is Netgear genie?
The Netgear Genie app is a simple way to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot your home network right from the palm of your hand. When on your home network, the Netgear Genie app lets you access all the cool features on your router from anywhere in the house without needing to start up a computer: wireless settings, network maps, real-time parental controls, guest access, traffic metering, My Media, and more. All you need is your tablet or smartphone and the Netgear Genie app.
• Easily control your home network through the Genie dashboard
• Stream media—Find and play music and video files from anywhere in the network via your smartphone/tablet
• Print from iPad® or iPhone®—Windows or Mac Genie makes any printer AirPrint® compatible
• With EZ Mobile Connect, securely link your smartphones and tablets to your home wireless network by scanning a QR code
*** Important Notes ***
For any issues, please contact [email protected].
Genie does not work when connected to a guest network.
If "Wireless Isolation" is enabled, Genie will not log in from wireless devices.
Genie may not function if the router is operating in Access Point mode with a fixed IP.
Genie cannot be used with wireless extenders.
Genie currently does not support IPv6.
How to use Netgear genie?
Netgear genie is a mobile application designed to help users easily manage, monitor, and troubleshoot home networks via smartphones or tablets, offering convenient access to router functionalities.
Core Functions of Netgear genie
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Usage Scenarios of Netgear genie
- Manage wireless settings for home networks.
- View network maps and monitor network traffic.
- Set up real-time parental controls and guest networks.
- Stream music and video files within the home network.
- Make any printer AirPrint® compatible for printing from iPad or iPhone.
- Securely connect smartphones and tablets to the home wireless network by scanning QR codes.
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