NETGEAR R8500 Quick Start Manual page 21

Remotely Access Your Router With
ReadyCLOUD
ReadyCLOUD allows you to remotely access files on a USB storage
device connected to the router. Before you can remotely access
your router using ReadyCLOUD, you must create a ReadyCLOUD
account and register your router. For more information about using
ReadyCLOUD, see the ReadyCLOUD user manual for routers, which
is available online at downloadcenter.netgear.com.
¾ To set up your ReadyCLOUD account and register your
router:
1. Create a ReadyCLOUD account:
a. Visit readycloud.netgear.com
The Sign In page displays.
b. Click the Create Account link, complete the fields to set
up your account, and click the Create button.
2. Set up and register your router:
a. Connect a USB storage device to a USB port on your router.
b. Log in to your router at www.routerlogin.net.
The BASIC Home page displays.
c. Select ReadySHARE.
The USB Storage (Basic Settings) page displays.
d. Select the ReadyCLOUD radio button.
The ReadyCLOUD page displays.
e. Enter your ReadyCLOUD user name and password and click
the Register button.
The router is now registered with your ReadyCLOUD
account.
and click the Sign In link.
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