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Predator Connect W6 Google Mesh Router Support
Does my Predator Connect W6 support Google Mesh routers? Router meshing Router meshing is a wireless networking technique that involves using multiple routers to create a unified and seamless Wi-Fi network. In a mesh network, the routers work together to extend the network coverage, eliminate dead zones, and provide a more…
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Predator Connect W6 Maximum Amount of Connected Wireless Devices
How many wireless devices can I connect to my Predator Connect W6? Connect up to 512 devices You can connect up to 512 Wi-Fi devices to your Predator Connect W6. However, connecting a large number of Wi-Fi devices to your Predator Connect W6 router may affect its performance. The more devices you connect, the higher the…
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Noise Coming from the Predator Connect W6
Could the noise coming from my Predator Connect W6 router be coming from the fan? Fanless router The Predator Connect W6 router is a fanless router. This means that the router is not cooled with a fan (active cooling) but via thermal conductive metals/fins (passive cooling). Fans suck in dust and other debris, which can…
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How to Mount Your Predator Connect W6 on a Wall
Can I mount my Predator Connect W6 on a wall? You can easily mount the Predator Connect W6 router on a wall or any other vertical surface, like the side of a cupboard or a closet. The Predator Connect W6 has 2 holes on the bottom, which allow you to hang it on any wall. Be sure to use proper hardware to hang the router on…
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Predator Connect W6 Router can Receive Over-the-Air Firmware Updates to Improve Security
Your Predator Connect Router can automatically receive new firmware updates as they become available. This helps ensure your router is up to date with the latest software that provides the best security. If you have an update available for your device, you will be notified when you log into your router dashboard. You can…
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Using Predator Connect W6 Router with NAS
Can I connect a NAS via the 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port to my Predator Connect W6 router and use it as a 4K streaming server? Network-Attached Storage A NAS (Network-Attached Storage) is a storage device that you connect to your network to store and access data via all devices connected to your network. NAS storage devices are…
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Predator Connect W6 IPv6 Connection Set-Up
Can I set up an IPv6 connection on my Predator Connect W6?IPv6 (Internet Protocol Version 6) is a network layer protocol which allows communication and data transfers over the network. IPv6 was introduced in 1998 with the purpose to replace IPv4 protocol in the future. IPv6 will not speed up your internet connection, but…
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How to Use Your Predator Connect W6 as a Bridge
Do I need to replace the modem/router installed by my Internet Service Provider with my Predator Connect W6? If you already have a modem/router that was installed by your Internet Service Provider (ISP), instead of replacing your ISP router with your Predator Connect W6, you could set up your Predator Connect W6 router as…
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Automatic Channel Selection (ACS) Feature of Your Predator Connect W6
Is my Predator Connect W6 able to automatically select the best/least congested channel?The Automatic Channel Selection (ACS) feature helps the Predator Connect W6 router automatically select the least congested channel each time the system boots up and ensures the best channel is always selected. The threshold frequency…
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Predator Connect W6 Router Firmware Improvements and Change Log
Acer releases firmware updates periodically for the Predator Connect W6 router to help improve features and increase security. You should ensure you are running the latest firmware for your device, and update it if you are not on the newest version. You can find instructions for checking and updating your firmware in our…