How to Set Up Netgear WAX610Y Access Point?

The dual-band access point can be set up with the help of the Insight app, Insight managed web GUI, and through the default web address. All processes have a little difference that you will be able to understand with the help of the table given ahead. However, you are also supposed to be aware of the initial steps involved in the Netgear access point setup.

• Connect the LAN/PoE+ port of your WAX610 access point to a PoE+ switch.
• Be very sure that the switch has internet connectivity.
• After that, you are suggested to check the LED status. The Power/Cloud, LAN, and 2.4 GHz and 5 GHZ WLAN lights are supposed to be solid green.
• Once these lights become green, follow the instructions given below.

Configure and Manage the Netgear WAX610Y Access Point

Remotely via the Netgear Insight Cloud Portal	Remotely via the Netgear Insight Application	Locally in the Standalone Mode via Web Browser
Open a web browser and access insight.netgear.com.	Connect phone to SSID of AP via the WiFi password “sharedsecret”.	Connect PC to the WAX610Y WiFi network.
Enter the email and password of your Netgear account.	Launch the Insight app and login using correct details.	Go to aplogin.net and enter admin and password into the Username and Password fields.
Select the organization and location at which the AP will be used.	Select the existing network location or create a new one.	Choose Web-browser to reach the Day Zero Easy Setup page.
Click the Add Device option.	Add the AP. If not detected, scan the code.	Set up a new admin password and WiFi details.
Input the serial number of WAX610Y and click Go.	Enter the Serial Number.	Register the product by entering serial number.
Follow the instructions to set up the AP.	Give a name to the AP and follow the on-screen prompts.	Input required details to complete the process.

In this manner, you can set up the Netgear WAX610Y access point for the remote and local management using various methods. However, do not skip the step of registering the product at MyNetgear portal. It ensures easy access to the AP.

How to Login to Netgear WAX610Y Access Point?

The login process depends upon the method which you are using the AP. If the AP is configured in the Standalone mode, follow these steps:

• Connect your PC to the WiFi network of the access point and access aplogin.net.

• When the login page displays, enter the username and password given to AP during setup.
• Select Log In.
• You will see the Day Zero Easy Setup page.
• Manage the AP settings the way you wish.
• To change the password, go to Management > Configuration > System > Advanced > User Accounts > Password.

Note: You will need the details of your Netgear account if you want to manage the Netgear WAX610Y access point remotely via the Insight Cloud portal or the Insight mobile app.

Netgear WAX610Y Firmware Update [Steps]

The firmware of the access point can be updated with the help of the following instructions. These steps correspond to the case in which you instruct the AP to check for an available update and install the latest version. It is very similar to updating a Netgear extender’s firmware via the mywifiext.net address:

• Log in to the access point using the IP assigned by its host gateway.
• The dashboard page of your WAX610Y will appear.
• Click Check for Upgrade to instruct the AP to verify if a new firmware version is available.
• If a new version is detected, click Upgrade Now.
• Follow the prompts and dialog boxes to complete the process.

Note: To avoid the risk of corrupting the AP’s firmware, do not close the browser, click a link, or turn off the access point.

How to Reset Netgear WAX610Y Access Point?

To reset the AP to the factory default settings, find the recessed Reset button. It is located next to the LAN/PoE+ port. Using a sharp object, press and hold the Reset button for not less than 10 seconds. Thereafter, set it up again using the instructions given above.