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Specify ReadyDLNA Media Server Settings
By default, the
router
acts as a ReadyDLNA media server, which lets you view movies and photos on
DLNA/UPnP AV-compliant media players, such as Xbox360, Playstation, and NETGEAR media players.
To specify media server settings:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the 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 > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage
.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5.
Click the
Media Server
tab.
The Media Server Settings page displays.
6.
Specify the settings:
•
Enable DLNA Media Server
. Select this check box to enable this device to act as a media server.
•
Enable TiVo support
. Select this check box if you want to play ReadyNAS media on your TiVo
device. See
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
on page 128.
7.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
8.
To change the name of the media server, click the
Click here to change the Device Name
link.
The LAN Setup page displays.
9.
In the
Device Name
field, type a new device name for the
router
.
By default, the device name is R6900.
10.
Click the
Apply
button.
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Your settings are saved.
Play Music From a Storage Device With iTunes Server
iTunes Server lets you play music with your Windows or Mac iTunes app from a storage device that is
connected to the router.You can also use the Apple Remote app from an iPhone or iPad to play music
on any AirPlay devices, such as Apple TV or AirPlay-supported receivers.
Figure 12. Play music on a USB device with iTunes
Supported music file formats are MP3, AAC, and FLAC. The maximum number of music files supported
is 10,000.
To specify iTunes server settings:
1.
On your iPhone or iPad, find and connect to the WiFi network.
2.
Launch the Remote app.
3.
Click the
Add a Device
button.
A passcode displays.
4.
Specify the passcode in the router:
a.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
b.
Enter
.
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A login window opens.
c.
Enter the 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.
d.
Select
ADVANCED > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage
.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
e.
Click the
Media Server
tab.
f.
Make sure that the
Enable iTunes Media Server (Music Only)
check box is selected.
g.
Enter the passcode.
h.
Click the
Allow Control
button.
i.
Click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
On your iPhone or iPad, the ReadySHARE music library displays in the Remote app.You can play
this music on AirPlay devices.
Play Media From a USB Device on TiVo
You can set up your TiVo to access media files stored on a USB device that is connected to your router.
The TiVo must be on the same network as the router. This feature supports the following file formats:
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•
Video
. See and play MPEG1, and MPEG2 files.
•
Music
. See and play MP3 files.
•
Pictures
. View images in .JPG format.
You can use the TiVo (Series 2 and up) Home Media Option to play photos and music on your Windows
or Mac computer in your TiVo user interface.
Set Up the
Router
to Work With TiVo
To set up the
router
to work with TiVo:
1.
Launch a web browser from a computer or WiFi device that is connected to the network.
2.
Enter
.
A login window opens.
3.
Enter the 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 > USB Functions > ReadySHARE Storage
.
The USB Storage (Advanced Settings) page displays.
5.
Click the
Media Server
tab.
The Media Server Settings page displays.
6.
Make sure that the
Enable TiVo support
check box is selected.
7.
If you changed the setting, click the
Apply
button.
Your settings are saved.
Play Videos
To play videos:
1.
On the TiVo, select
TiVo Central > My Shows
.
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2.
Go to the bottom of the list and select the R6900.
Play Music or View Photos
To play music or view photos:
1.
On the TiVo, select
TiVo Central > Music, Photos, & Showcases
.
2.
Select an item to play or watch.
Copy TiVo Files to a Computer
To copy TiVo files to a computer:
•
Use the TiVo Desktop accessory, available at
.
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