Synology RT2600AC User Manual
Synology Router User's Guide
Based on SRM 1.2
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Set up Your Synology Router
Set up Synology Router Manager (SRM) 4
Set up Desktop Wallpaper 7
Reset Synology Router 7
Chapter 2: Choose the Operation Mode
Wireless Router 9
Wireless AP (Access Point) 9
Wireless Client 10
Wireless Repeater (WDS) 10
Chapter 3: Set up Your Wi-Fi Connection
Enable Smart Connect 11
Create Wi-Fi Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz) 11
Create Guest Wi-Fi Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz) 11
Create WPS Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz) 12
Chapter 4: Build a Wi-Fi system network
Add Wi-Fi Points 13
Network Status 13
Congure Wi-Fi Points 13
Test Wi-Fi Performance 13
Chapter 5: Manage Client Devices
Monitor Device Status 14
Apply Trac Control 14
Apply Wake-On-LAN 14
Chapter 6: Enhance Connection Security
Secure Your Connections 15
Create Firewall Rules 16
Enforce Auto Block 16
Create Certicates 16
Use More Security Measures 16
Chapter 7: Update and Restore Your Synology Router
Update SRM and Packages 17
Back up and Restore SRM 17
Register Synology Account 17
Chapter 8: Manage Internet Connection
Internet Connection Types 18
ISP/VPN/IPv6 Settings 18
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Smart WAN 18
QuickConnect & DDNS 19
DMZ 19
Port Forwarding 19
Port Triggering 19
Chapter 9: Manage Local Network Connection
Set up an IPv6 Router 20
Set up DHCP Services 20
Set up Static Routes 20
Set up IPTV & VoIP 20
Chapter 10: Manage External Devices and Privileges
Install & Manage USB/SD Storage 21
Dene User/Folder Privileges 21
Install & Manage Network Printers 21
Install & Manage 3G/4G Dongles 21
Chapter 11: Discover SRM Packages
Safe Access 22
VPN Plus Server 22
Threat Prevention 22
Download Station 22
DNS Server 22
Cloud Station Server 23
Media Server 23
RADIUS Server 23
Chapter 12: Discover Synology Mobile Applications
DS router 24
Other Synology Mobile Applications 24
Chapter 13: Diagnosis Tools
Check Connection Status 26
Check Notications 26
Ping 26
Traceroute 26
Contact Technical Support 26
Chapter 14: FAQ
SRM Operation 27
Network 28
Wi-Fi 30
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Set up Your Synology Router
Set up Synology Router Manager (SRM)
1 Use a computer or wireless device connected to the Synology Router's local network. If you use a wireless
device, scan and join the Wi-Fi network (SSID: SynologyRouter; Password: synology).
2 Open a web browser, and enter either URL into the address bar:
• http://router.synology.com
• http://192.168.1.1:8000
3 Once connected, click Start to launch the SRM Setup Wizard.
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4 Fill in the information to set up the administrator account. Click Next to continue.
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5 Fill in the information to set up the Wi-Fi network. Click Next to continue.
6 Set up the operation mode. When choosing the Wireless Router mode, you can also enable External access
to SRM so that only external access via the HTTP(S) port (e.g. 8000/8001) can reach SRM.
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7 Choose an Internet connection type:
• PPPoE: Choose this option if you have obtained PPPoE credentials from the ISP.
• Manual IP: Choose this option if you have obtained an available IP address for use.
• Auto IP: Choose this option if you rely on an ISP modem for automatic IP assignment.
• DS-Lite: Choose this option if you have obtained a DS-Lite service request from the ISP.
8 The wizard will continue to set up your Synology Router, and it may take up to three minutes to complete the
setup.
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9 After the setup is complete, click Start managing now to enjoy SRM and its various features, or add Wi-Fi
points by clicking Add Wi-Fi points.
Note:
1. Above is a general demonstration of the SRM setup steps. The steps and available options may somewhat vary
depending on your device type (e.g. PC or wireless device), access type (LAN, WAN, or Wireless LAN), and
chosen operation mode (Wireless Router or Wireless AP).
2. If the setup is completed with a wireless device, remember to download DS router for anywhere management of
your Synology Router. To know more about this mobile application, see "DS router".
Set up Desktop Wallpaper
SRM allows you to customize the desktop with default wallpapers or with your own images. You can also
customize other desktop elements (e.g. text color and icon size).
Click Options (the person icon) on the top-right corner, and go to Options > Desktop:
• To change the desktop wallpaper: Select Customize wallpaper and click Select image. Click Default
Wallpaper or My Images depending on the image source.
• To customize other desktop elements: Change relevant settings to suit your needs.
Reset Synology Router
If you forgot the administrator/Wi-Fi password or the Synology Router becomes unreachable, you can x the
situations by pressing the RESET button on the bottom shell.
1 Use a pencil or ball pen to press and hold the RESET button.
2 Press and hold the RESET button for four or ten seconds:
• For four seconds (Soft Reset): The system will reset passwords of the admin and the administrator with
equal privileges but other users' credentials will remain unchanged. The system will also reset the following
settings (rewall , DHCP services, Wi-Fi, and Trac Control) and start the SRM Setup Wizard.
Note: On the MR2200ac model, only the admin password will be reset.
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Note: During Soft Reset, the LED indicators behave as below:
1. The STATUS LED turns static orange on the RT1900ac model, blinking orange on the RT2600ac, and static
blue on the MR2200ac model. The other LEDs become inactive for up to 30 seconds until the reset is complete.
2. The STATUS LED turns green (Soft Reset is complete) on the RT1900ac and RT2600ac model, blinking blue
on the MR2200ac model, and the other LEDs become active and behave as stated in the respective Hardware
Installation Guide.
• For ten seconds (Hard Reset): The system will be reset to the factory default. The data stored in the
external storages will remain intact.
Note: During Hard Reset, the LED indicators behave as below:
1. The STATUS LED turns blinking orange on the RT1900ac model, static orange on the RT2600ac, and static
blue on the MR2200ac model. The other LEDs become inactive for up to four minutes until the reset is complete.
2. The STATUS LED turns green (Hard Reset is complete), on the RT1900ac and RT2600ac model, blinking
blue on the MR2200ac, and the other LEDs become active and behave as stated in the respective Hardware
Installation Guide.
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Choose the Operation Mode
This chapter introduces the wireless operation modes available to your Synology Router to suit your networking
needs. To nd the operation modes, please go to Network Center > Operation Modes.
Wireless Router
Under this mode, your Synology Router works as a regular router that transfers data between two networks (e.g.
between a local network and the Internet) and nds the optimal path for data delivery. This mode also provides
wireless connection to wireless devices for continuous access.
The Wireless Router mode is recommended in the scenarios below:
• When you need extra connection security (e.g. rewall, NAT, and DMZ)
• When the connected client devices need wireless connection
• When you need to create subnets within the local network
Below are the suggested usages:
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If you have an ISP modem:
1 Connect your Synology Router (at the WAN port) with a network cable to the ISP modem (at the LAN port).
2 Congure basic network settings:
• Decide how your Synology Router obtains the IP address (at Network Center > Internet > Connection >
Primary Interface > Connection Type).
• Decide whether your Synology Router assigns IP addresses to its clients (at Network Center > Local
Network > General > DHCP Server).
3 Congure advanced network settings (at Network Center > Internet or Local Network). For setting details,
refer to the SRM help.
If you do not have an ISP modem:
1 Connect your Synology Router (at the WAN port) to the Internet (e.g. the Internet port on the wall/ground) with
a network cable.
2 Decide how your Synology Router obtains the IP address (at Network Center > Internet > Connection >
Primary Interface > Connection Type).
3 Congure advanced network settings (at Network Center > Internet). For setting details, refer to the SRM
help.
Wireless AP (Access Point)
Under this mode (also known as the Bridge mode), your Synology Router bridges all network interfaces (LAN,
wireless LAN, and WAN) and therefore all LAN ports (including the WAN port) are available to wired clients.
As a wireless AP, the router cannot assign IP addresses to the clients (the DHCP Server is disabled) and works
only as a wireless transmission device, sending/receiving data via Wi-Fi between wireless and wired networks.
The Wireless AP (Access Point) mode is recommended in the scenarios below:
• When your Synology Router (at LAN ports or WAN port) is already connected to an ISP modem (at the LAN
port) for Internet access
• When the connected devices need wireless connection
Note: Under this mode, the Synology Router will not provide the following functions/settings under Network Center:
Port Forwarding, Local Network, and Trac Control.
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Wireless Client
Under this mode, your Synology Router works as a Wi-Fi dongle (that is, a Wi-Fi client) and relies on the Wi-Fi
signal from another router or access point for Internet access.
The Wireless Client mode is recommended in the scenario below:
• When you need Internet access, but a wired connection is hard to set up between your Synology Router and
another router/ISP modem
Below is the suggested usage:
• Clients have to connect to the Synology Router (at the LAN port) with a network cable for Internet access.
Note:
1. This operation mode is available to the RT1900ac model.
2. Under this mode, your Synology Router must be within the range of the Wi-Fi source (e.g. a Wi-Fi router). If not,
the received Wi-Fi signal may be weak and aect the connection quality.
3. Wireless client devices cannot connect to the Synology Router to access the Internet.
Wireless Repeater (WDS)
Under this mode (also known as the WDS mode), your Synology Router bridges all network interfaces (LAN,
wireless LAN, and WAN) and therefore has ve LAN ports (LAN 1-4 and WAN) available to wired clients.
As a wireless repeater, the router can neither assign IP addresses to the clients (the DHCP Server is disabled)
nor send/receive data via Wi-Fi between wireless and wired networks.
Wireless AP (Access Point) is recommended in the scenarios below:
• When you wish to connect to an ISP modem but do not want to use wire connection for Internet access
• When the connected devices need wireless connection
Note:
1. This operation mode is available to the RT2600ac model.
2. Under this mode, your Synology Router must be within the range of the Wi-Fi source. A poor signal from the WiFi source may result in unstable or poor connection quality.
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Set up Your Wi-Fi Connection
This chapter introduces how to create Wi-Fi networks hosted by your Synology Router. Three types of Wi-Fi
networks can be created: 2.4GHz, 5GHz (5GHz-1 on Tri-band), and 5GHz-2.
• 2.4GHz: A 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network is used by most wireless devices and tends to have broader signal coverage
than a 5GHz Wi-Fi network. However, signal interference is likely to occur because most wireless devices rely
on this wireless frequency for connection.
• 5GHz (5GHz-1 on Tri-band): Many wireless devices do not rely on this wireless frequency, and signal
interference is less likely to occur. Besides, a 5GHz Wi-Fi network has narrower signal coverage than a 2.4GHz
Wi-Fi network, and its signal strength may weaken due to nearby obstacles.
• 5GHz-2: Tri-band models will show this radio option.
Enable Smart Connect
Smart Connect allows you to connect your devices to the combined SSID with the shared Wi-Fi settings for both
2.4GHz and 5GHz bands. SRM will determine whether to switch between the two frequency bands (i.e. 2.4GHz
and 5GHz) according to your specied policy and network conditions to ensure the best wireless connectivity
for your devices. Smart Connect does not switch between channels (e.g. 1 and 10) within each band for your
devices.
1 Go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wireless > Wi-Fi.
2 Turn on 2.4GHz/5GHz auto selection.
3 Specify the settings for the Smart Connect Wi-Fi network. Click Advanced options to make more adjustments.
4 Use your wireless device to scan and join the Wi-Fi network hosted by your Synology Router.
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Create Wi-Fi Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz)
You can create a 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi network:
1 Make sure your Synology Router is powered on and well-connected to the Internet.
2 Make sure the Wi-Fi button is "ON" on your Synology Router.
3 Go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wireless > Wi-Fi.
4 Select Enable wireless radio under 5GHz/2.4GHz, and continue the setup. Click Advanced options to make
more adjustments.
5 Use your wireless device to scan and join the Wi-Fi network hosted by your Synology Router.
Create Guest Wi-Fi Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz)
A guest Wi-Fi network is typically time-limited network (from one hour to one week) created by small and mediumsized businesses for visitors/non-regular users. The visitors can only access the guest network but not the host
Wi-Fi network, to prevent unauthorized access to the host network.
To set up a guest Wi-Fi network, go to Wi-Fi Connect > Guest Network for the setup.
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Create WPS Networks (2.4GHz & 5GHz)
WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) is a standard promoted by the Wi-Fi Alliance to simplify Wi-Fi security settings for
users. Though the setup is quick, the WPS network may not be secure. To keep the WPS network safe, you can
use a push button or a PIN code.
Three ways are available to quickly set up a Wi-Fi network via WPS:
By push button:
1 Go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wireless > WPS, and select Enable WPS. Alternatively, press the WPS button on your
Synology Router.
2 Enable the WPS function on your wireless device. Your wireless device and the Synology Router will be paired
up.
By AP PIN code:
1 Go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wireless > WPS > Device PIN > By AP PIN code, and click Enable to generate an
AP PIN code.
2 Enter the generated PIN code into your wireless device. Your wireless device and the Synology Router will be
paired up.
By client PIN code:
1 Enter the PIN code of your wireless device at Wi-Fi Connect > Wireless > WPS > Device PIN > By client
PIN code.
2 Click Register. Your wireless device and the Synology Router will be paired up.
Note: Client iOS devices cannot join a WPS network because iOS does not support WPS.
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Build a Wi-Fi system network
This chapter introduces various features to manage Wi-Fi points.
Add Wi-Fi Points
You can add new Wi-Fi Points to your Synology Wi-Fi Network to build a Wi-Fi system with complete coverage.
To set up a Wi-Fi point:
1 Place the Wi-Fi Point at a suitable location.
2 Go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wi-Fi point, and click Add to connect your new Wi-Fi Point to your Synology Wi-
Fi system. SRM will detect all your new devices, apply settings, and upgrade the Wi-Fi Points to the latest
version.
Note: Wi-Fi Points might fail to connect to the Primary Wi-Fi Point if the Primary Wi-Fi Point is reset to default. Please
reset all Wi-Fi Points and follow the instruction of the Add Wizard to build your Wi-Fi system.
Network Status
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To monitor the real-time status of all Wi-Fi Points in your Synology Wi-Fi System, go to Wi-Fi Connect > Status.
Congure Wi-Fi Points
At Wi-Fi Connect > Wi-Fi Point, you can nd the status of your Wi-Fi system network by Topology. All your
devices and their connection types are listed in this page — a solid line means the Wi-Fi Point is connected by
an Ethernet cable, and a dotted line means it is connected via Wi-Fi. The devices can be congured to suit your
needs:
• Detail: Name your Wi-Fi Points for easy recognition. You can nd the general information, network status, and
the connected list from the pop-up window.
• Manage: You can change the status of all Wi-Fi points.
• Turn o LED: Turn o the LED of this Wi-Fi Point.
• Blink to nd: Find this Wi-Fi Point with the blinking LED.
• Restart now: Reboot this Wi-Fi Point.
• Delete & Reset: Remove this Wi-Fi Point from the Wi-Fi network and reset it to default for adding.
Test Wi-Fi Performance
The performance between Wi-Fi Points are crucial as the Wi-Fi Network is designed to keep the connection
stable and with the best speeds. With the Wi-Fi Performance test, you can make sure your Wi-Fi Points are at the
best location to provide the best network experience.
To use the Performance test service, go to Wi-Fi Connect > Wi-Fi Point, and click Wi-Fi point performance
test.
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