NETGEAR D8500 User Manual page 144

When you connect the USB storage device to the modem router's USB port, it might take up to two minutes
before it is ready for sharing. By default, the USB storage device is available to all computers on your local
area network (LAN).
4. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.
5. Enter .routerlogin.
A login window opens.
6. Enter the modem 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.
7. Select ADVANCED > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage.
The ReadySHARE page displays.
8. Click the ReadyCLOUD tab.
9. Enter your ReadyCLOUD user name and password and click the Register button.
If you did not create a ReadyCLOUD account, see
The modem router is registered with ReadyCLOUD.
AC5300 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Model D8500
Share a Storage Device
Create a ReadyCLOUD Account
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