Change The Modem Router's Device Name - NETGEAR D8500 User Manual

AC5300 WiFi VDSL/ADSL Modem Router Model D8500
You can use another device on your network as the DHCP server or specify the network settings of all
your computers.
Note If you disable the DHCP server and no other DHCP server is available on your
network, you must set your computer IP addresses manually so that they can
access the modem router.
To disable the built-in DHCP server:
1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.
2. Enter .routerlogin.
A login window opens.
3. 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.
4. Select ADVANCED > Setup > LAN Setup.
The LAN Setup page displays.
5. Clear the Use Router as DHCP Server check box.
6. Click the Apply button.
Your settings are saved.

Change the Modem Router's Device Name

The modem router's device name is D8500.
This device name displays in a file manager when you browse your network.
To change the modem router's device name:
1. Launch a web browser from a computer or mobile device that is connected to the network.
2. Enter .routerlogin.
A login window opens.
3. 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.
Manage the WAN and LAN Network Settings
181