Synology RT6600AX Setup: Linking and Login

Synology is famous for its data management devices like NAS devices. But, you will also find networking devices like routers and modems. One of the WiFi routers that Synology distribute is Synology RT6600AX WiFi.

In the RT6600AX package, you will find router main unit, its signal antennas, power cord, adaptor, and RJ-45 LAN or Ethernet cable, which helps you to connect it with modem and supply power.

Here, we will discuss about how to complete the Synology RT6600AX setup with the help of some easy steps. This setup process includes hardware linking and accessing its interface process through Synology login. We also added troubleshooting tips and how to update it if needed at the end of the blog.

So, let’s start this setup process straight with the hardware linking with the cable modem using the Ethernet cable.

How to Connect Synology RT6600AX to Home Modem?

It is link your new Synology router to the modem with the help of the Ethernet cable. You just have to follow some steps to link the devices together.

• Take out all the accessories from the router box, and place it near to the modem.
• Now, find and connect the Ethernet cable to the router’s WAN port and LAN port of the modem.
• Then, take the power cord and connect it to the power port at the back of the router.
• Insert its adaptor to the wall socket and turn on the router by pressing the power On/Off button.

You can also connect extender to the Synology RT6600AX router wirelessly with the help of WPS button.

To complete the Synology RT6600AX setup, you must access the router interface (Synology router manager) to adjust its settings and networks.

How to Log in to Synology Router Manager via Computer?

To access the SRM and adjust its settings and networks, you have to connect your computer to the router, and then follow some steps.

• To link the computer to RT6600AX router use a LAN cable.
• Search the login URL router.synology.com or IP address 192.168.1.1 in to web browser.
• You will reach the interface, where you will see a Start option, just click it.
• A loin page will open up; here you have to fill user information to setup the administrator account.
• Enter the username and create password. Accept the terms and conditions.
• The account will be created, and you will reach to the settings and networks dashboard that help you to setup the router.

Now, the Synology RT6600AX setup is complete, but you should know how to update the RT6600AX router by applying the steps written down here.

How to Update Your RT6600AX WiFi Firmware?

• Access the Synology router manager by connecting your computer and using the URL router.synology.com.
• Go to the dashboard and click the Firmware. You will reach to the System update page of the router.
• You will see Search and Update button, just click on it to start the update. After some time the update will be downloaded.
• The router will restart automatically to install the new firmware version and after reboot, you will experience a new Synology RT6600AX router.

Now, have a look at some of the troubleshooting tips, so that the setup will be error free and you will never face technical issues.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Do not place your Synology RT6600AX device, where electronic devices are nearby. Choose an optimal location.
• Use Ethernet cable and power cord which are in good condition, if the cables are damaged then replace it with a new one.
• Whenever, you starts log in to the router, you must use the updated web browser in your computer.
• Choose correct ports to insert the Ethernet cable to establish a connection between the router and modem.
• Before supplying the power to the Synology RT6600AX device, you must check that the wall socket is in good condition, if not then fix it.

As you can see the Synology RT6600AX setup is easy and similar to the Synology NAS device, in router you have to access the SRM, and NAS, you have to access find Synology assistant.

In Conclusion

Here, you have seen how to complete the Synology RT6600AX setup with the help of some steps. The steps include connecting the modem and router physically and logging in to the router, then setup SRM. We have also added sections of how to update the router and troubleshooting tips to make router setup easy.